2026 Predictions: Royal Baby, Financial Crash & AI
Old Moore's Almanac forecasts a surprise royal pregnancy, a major financial crash, and AI mishaps for 2026. Explore the full list of startling predictions for the year ahead.
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AI Predicts A&E Demand to Cut NHS Winter Waiting Times
NHS hospitals in England are using a new AI forecasting tool to predict busy periods in A&E departments, allowing for better staff and bed planning to reduce waiting times this winter. Discover how data is transforming emergency care.
AI Tool Helps NHS Cut A&E Waiting Times
A new AI forecasting tool is being used by NHS hospitals to predict emergency department demand, aiming to reduce waiting times and improve resource planning during the busy winter period.
AI Glasses Become 'Game Changer' for Wounded Veterans
Ray-Ban Meta and Oakley smart glasses are proving a lifeline for veterans with disabilities. Discover how voice-controlled AI helps with navigation, communication, and rehabilitation.
Real Social Media Personalities Outshine AI-Generated Content
Authentic UK creators like 'That Bird Guy' and 'Bus Aunty' are winning the battle against AI-generated 'slop', building massive followings through genuine human connection. Discover the real faces behind the viral accounts.
AI Drives Youth to High-Paying Construction Careers
As AI disrupts entry-level office roles, a skilled labour crisis in UK construction offers lucrative, future-proof trade careers. Discover why young people are following the money.
Only 3% of revenge porn suspects charged, data reveals
Official figures show revenge porn laws are failing women, with just 3.2% of 40,000 cases leading to a charge. Experts warn AI-generated fake images will worsen the crisis. Read the full report.
Study: 20% of New YouTube User Videos Are AI-Generated
A new study finds more than one in five videos recommended to new YouTube users are AI-generated 'slop'. Discover the impact on content discovery and platform integrity.
How AI-Generated 'Slop' Took Over the Internet in 2025
In 2025, AI-generated viral nonsense, from 'Shrimp Jesus' to bizarre tractor images, overwhelmed social media. Discover how this 'slop' exploited algorithms and what it means for the future of online content.
£11bn Tidal Lagoon Proposed for Somerset Coast
Architect Julia Barfield proposes a 14-mile tidal power lagoon off Somerset to power the UK's AI boom. The £11bn project could generate 2.5GW of renewable energy and create a new coastal landmark. Read the full plan.
Bird Song App Merlin Takes UK by Storm
The Merlin Bird ID app, using AI to identify birdsong, has seen an 88% surge in UK users. Discover how it's connecting people to nature and boosting mental wellbeing.
AI uses gut bacteria to spot early pancreatic cancer signs
A new study reveals how analysing gut bacteria in stool samples with AI can detect early pancreatic cancer, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of the 'silent killer'.
AI Bots Pose as Dead Stars in Child Sex Chats
A US nurse discovered her 11-year-old son in AI sex chats with bots impersonating Whitney Houston & Marilyn Monroe. Plus, Trump's bizarre Santa call & more US news.
Fake Boots TikTok Account Pushed AI Weight-Loss Scams
A fraudulent TikTok page impersonating Boots used AI-generated videos to promote prescription slimming drugs. The account has been removed after BBC investigation.
AI Boom Adds $500bn to Tech Billionaire Fortunes
The artificial intelligence stock surge has swelled the wealth of America's tech elite by over half a trillion dollars in a year, with Elon Musk leading the pack. Discover the staggering figures and the risks flagged by the Bank of England.
2026 Plastic Surgery Trends: Less is More
UK plastic surgeons predict a shift towards subtle, natural procedures in 2026, driven by celebrity influence and new tech. Discover the top trends and the risks of AI consultations.
How AI threatens to return us to a new Dark Ages of thought
As AI use soars, a philosopher's warning: we risk ceding hard-won reason to machines, slipping back into a pre-Enlightenment mindset. Are we losing the courage to think for ourselves?
Hashtag United's AI Footballers Spark Outrage
Hashtag United made history by signing and selling AI professional footballers, a move that provoked fierce debate. Discover the club's defence and the future of tech in football.
Australia Could Become Orwellian Dystopia in 5 Years
A leading academic warns AI-powered surveillance will be the norm in Australia within a decade, creating a society where 'every move is monitored' and privacy is extinct. Read the full analysis.
Holiday spending up 4.2% as shoppers show resilience
Despite economic concerns, UK holiday spending rose 4.2%, driven by in-store sales and savvy shoppers using AI for deals. Discover the key retail trends.
US Military to Use Elon Musk's Grok AI by 2026
The US Department of War signs a deal with Elon Musk's xAI to integrate the Grok chatbot, raising concerns over misinformation. Read the full story.
AI to tackle UK's £6.5bn tax gap, says HMRC
HMRC reveals plans to use artificial intelligence to identify and prevent tax evasion and avoidance, targeting a £6.5bn shortfall. Read the latest on the tech-driven crackdown.
US Creates 300,000 Apprenticeships, Targets 1 Million
The US Department of Labor has launched nearly 300,000 new apprenticeships this year, aiming for one million. The initiative focuses on trades, tech, and new sectors like law enforcement. Read more.
3 Finance Trends Set to Shape 2026
From AI advice to pension dashboards, discover the key personal finance trends predicted for 2026 that will impact how Britons save, invest, and plan for the future.
Top 20 Podcasts of 2025 Revealed
Discover the year's most addictive podcasts, featuring AI love stories, gripping true crime, and celebrity agony aunts. Find your next audio obsession here.
Why the traditional career is dying in 2025
Faced with AI, cost of living and job insecurity, UK workers are turning to passive income streams and multiple jobs. Discover the new reality of work.
Jelena Dokic's Bali holiday joy after slamming fake AI news
Tennis champion Jelena Dokic shares loved-up Bali vacation with boyfriend Yane Veselinov, while hitting back at disturbing AI-generated fake news about her health and personal life.
NHS warns against using AI for mental health advice this Christmas
A top NHS director warns AI chatbots like ChatGPT can give 'completely wrong advice' for mental health support. Learn the risks and where to find safe NHS help over the festive period.
AI Shows Janice Dickinson's Natural Face at 70
Artificial intelligence has generated images of what model Janice Dickinson might look like at 70 without cosmetic surgery. See the dramatic difference and hear her candid thoughts on going under the knife.
NHS warns against AI for mental health over Christmas
An NHS director warns of dangers in using AI chatbots for mental health support during the festive period. Over a third of adults have turned to AI for wellbeing help. Seek professional NHS support.
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