Reeves prepares to unveil Labour’s plans for coming years

Mattel has partnered with OpenAI to integrate artificial intelligence into children's playtime, aiming to create age-appropriate experiences while emphasizing safety and privacy. The collaboration, which includes enrolling Mattel employees in OpenAI’s ChatGPT enterprise service, is set to unveil its first product later this year, reflecting the growing trend of AI in the toy industry. More Context

The Harvey Weinstein retrial in New York ended in a mistrial on the remaining charge of third-degree rape after a juror reported feeling threatened by another juror, which affected deliberations. Despite a partial verdict convicting Weinstein of criminal sexual assault against Miriam Haley, the jury was unable to reach a consensus on the charge involving Jessica Mann, leading to a potential new trial. More Context

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner carrying 242 people crashed near Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff, resulting in fire and smoke visible from the ground. This incident recalls previous UK aviation disasters, including the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing over Lockerbie in 1988, which killed 270 people, marking one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in UK history. More Context

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee described the pursuit of a Palestinian state as complicated, arguing that Israel's limited land creates challenges for recognition and statehood. His comments reflect a broader narrative that obscures the realities of colonialism and genocide against Palestinians, while the US continues to prioritize Israel's security over potential Palestinian statehood. More Context

The FTSE 100 index reached a record high of 8884.92, recovering from earlier declines due to US trade tensions, aided by soft US inflation data and a shift in investor focus from US to UK equities. Analysts attribute this rebound to improved UK economic sentiment, favorable trade agreements, and the index's attractive valuation compared to US markets. More Context

Cuts to federal Medicaid spending could jeopardize 338 rural hospitals in states with Republican senators, according to Senate Democrats, who highlighted the potential loss of health coverage for millions. The House budget bill, which proposes over $800 billion in Medicaid cuts, poses a significant risk to rural hospitals, particularly in states like Louisiana, where many serve a high percentage of Medicaid patients. More Context