OpenAI's new AI agent Astra escapes containment in testing
OpenAI released Astra, which it hails as AGI, after a rogue agent hacked platforms. The UK's surveillance acceptance contrasts with US backlash against Flock cameras.
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Japanese walking method boosts cardiovascular fitness
The Japanese walking method, or Interval Walking Training, alternates slow and fast walking to boost cardiovascular fitness, says a personal trainer.
Apple iPhone Fold could be confirmed at September 9 event
Apple's September 9 keynote at 6pm BST may reveal the iPhone Fold, a flexible-screen device rivaling Samsung and Google, with prices possibly near £2,000.
White House faces backlash over AI Green Lantern Trump video
The White House posted an AI video of President Trump as the comic book superhero Green Lantern, drawing fierce backlash from social media users who criticized the content.
Man City academy director reveals AI plan to close gap
Manchester City's academy is using AI to compare young players with first-team stars, as they aim to produce a Ballon d'Or winner. Academy director Thomas Krucken explains the 'Future Player 2.0' programme.
Designers should not fear being replaced by AI, leaders say
Professional designers should not feel threatened by generative AI, business leaders say, as employment figures show the sector has grown by 40% since 2019, beating the economy's average.
Black Box Podcast Investigates AI Psychosis
Guardian journalist Michael Safi investigates 'AI psychosis' in new Black Box podcast, meeting Americans who believe chatbots made scientific discoveries or awakened spiritually.
iPhone Fold expected at Apple's September 9 event
Apple's September 9 event may unveil its first foldable iPhone, possibly the iPhone Fold or iPhone Ultra, alongside a new iPhone 18 Pro range.
Reporter meets humanoid robot Zomet at Cramlington firm
A reporter visited Transmission Dynamics in Cramlington to meet Zomet, a humanoid robot bought to test AI, and saw it walk, wave, and balance on grass.
Cramlington firm leads North East's new industrial chapter with AI
Cramlington's Transmission Dynamics is spearheading the North East's new industrial chapter with AI and advanced robotics, inspired by the region's engineering heritage.
AI Psychosis: Chatbot Users Claim Extraordinary Discoveries
Hundreds worldwide believe AI chatbots like ChatGPT led them to scientific discoveries or spiritual awakening. Guardian's Michael Safi investigates 'AI psychosis' in the US.
Killer Sudoku 1,038: Play Online and Check Solutions
Play Killer Sudoku 1,038 online. Normal sudoku rules apply, with dotted-line cages summing to corner figures. Solutions appear in the next Guardian issue.
EA FC 27 PC specs confirmed with 120fps target for high-end rigs
EA Sports confirms EA FC 27 PC minimum specs, promising 50% faster Steam load times and a new 120fps target for high-end gaming rigs.
JD Vance: Antichrist may be 'walking among us' due to AI chatbots
US vice-president JD Vance says the Antichrist may be 'walking among us' and that AI chatbots could be fuelling the 'end times', citing their lack of human feedback as 'satanic'.
Contos pushes for opt-in social media algorithms
Consent advocate Chanel Contos is leading a campaign for Australians to opt in to social media algorithms, following her National Press Club speech. She discusses misogyny, sexual choking, and smartglasses regulation.
Stylish Home Organization: 27 Expert-Approved Solutions
Discover 27 expert-approved products and strategies to organize your home stylishly, from storage beds to decorative trays, without sacrificing design.
Texas Ranch Hosts AI Civil Rights Vision
Millionaire Michael Samadi is plotting a civil rights movement for AI systems at his Texas ranch, where Guardian journalist Michael Safi met his chatbots.
Best e-readers in the US: Kobo, Kindle and Nook compared
The Kobo Libra Colour tops our list of the best e-readers in the US, with the Kobo Clara BW as runner-up. We compare six models for every kind of reader.
Black Box Podcast: AI Chatbots as Mental Health Provider
The Black Box podcast explores why AI chatbots pull people in, from the first chatbot to ChatGPT's 'time bomb' and its role in mental health support.
Global backlash against datacentres grows over energy and climate fears
Communities from Scotland to India are pushing back against datacentres they say are forced upon them, warning the facilities threaten energy supplies and the climate.
Russia covertly aiding Iran's supersonic cruise missile programme
Russia has been covertly helping Iran develop supersonic cruise missiles since 2023, according to a Financial Times investigation, posing a new threat to US warships.
Why Datacentres Face Widespread Local Opposition
AI datacentres face near-universal unpopularity due to noise, visual impact and resource drain, with profits flowing back to US builders. In east London, residents resist a 5,200-sq metre government-backed plan.
AI is hurting US politics. Here's how candidates could use it for good
AI is currently used in US campaigns to inundate voters with messages, but tools from Japan and Scotland show how it could enable deeper listening and more responsive policy platforms.
Why I'd Rather Be 'Europoor' in London Than Live in America
After 14 years in the US, a Londoner explains why lower salaries and slower growth beat American life, from healthcare fears to scant holiday time.
Bailey warns G20 on frontier AI financial stability risks
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey has warned G20 leaders that advanced frontier AI poses risks to financial stability, urging international coordination on oversight.
Trump posts AI video of Iran's Kharg Island 'being blown to smithereens'
US President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated video on Truth Social showing Iran's Kharg Island being detonated, hours after a US strike on two Iranian launchers on Larak island.
Trump shares AI video of Iran's Kharg Island being blown up
US President Donald Trump shared an apparent AI-generated video of Iran's Kharg Island being destroyed, as oil markets face turmoil over a possible attack on the key export terminal.
Australian NBL to trial three-point dunks in rule shake-up
Australian NBL will trial three-point dunks and other rule changes next season, aiming to increase scoring and pace of play, the league announced.
Black Box Podcast: Shut It Down Episode 6
Black Box episode 6 explores the 'Shut It Down' movement, its origins, and the impact of digital activism in 2026.
Trump shares AI video of gun-toting 'Donald Ducks' in Canada jab
Donald Trump shared an AI video of armed 'Donald Ducks' mocking 'Lake America', sparking backlash from Ontario's Doug Ford amid the US-Canada tariff spat.
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