AI that can match humans at any task will be here in five to 10 years, Google DeepMind CEO says

Ashley Walters faced challenges on the set of Netflix's drama Adolescence, where each episode was filmed in one continuous shot. During filming, mistakes were made, including one by Walters himself. He also struggled with a back injury before production, but managed to overcome it with the help of a chiropractor. Despite the setbacks, all four episodes of Adolescence are available to stream on Netflix. Full Article

Firings and buyouts at the National Nuclear Security Administration have resulted in the loss of key staff members amid efforts to upgrade America's nuclear arsenal. Critics argue that the consequences highlight the risks of reducing the federal workforce, impacting the agency's ability to manage the nation's nuclear weapons and modernization efforts. The exodus of skilled scientists, engineers, and safety experts could hinder the agency's operations and oversight, posing potential risks to national security and taxpayer...

Downing Street has denied claims that welfare reforms are driven by the country's fiscal situation, with Work and Pension Secretary Liz Kendall planning to unveil changes to boost employment and reduce benefits costs. Despite facing criticism from Labour MPs, the government asserts that the overhaul is necessary both morally and economically to address issues like high levels of inactivity due to ill health and a lagging employment rate post-pandemic. The reforms aim to fix a...

The United States conducted new airstrikes on Yemen on Monday in response to threats by the Iran-aligned Houthi movement to international shipping. The strikes targeted the Red Sea port city of Hodeidah and Al Jawf governorate, resulting in at least 53 deaths, including children and women. This escalation is part of a broader U.S. military operation in the Middle East amid growing tensions with Iran over its nuclear program. Full Article

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's attempt to remove the head of Israel's domestic intelligence agency is part of a broader campaign by the government to exert more control over state institutions, including the judiciary and the attorney general. The move has sparked calls for mass protests and criticism from business leaders, reminiscent of the social unrest in 2023. Netanyahu's coalition aims to increase political influence over Supreme Court appointments and has a history of attempts to...

In 2024, non-resident foreigners accounted for 8 percent of property purchases in Spain, with a total of 56,139 homes acquired, a modest 2.2 percent increase from the previous year. The majority of these purchases were concentrated in Málaga and Alicante, while emerging nationalities like Poles and Czechs are also entering the market. Amidst government restrictions, non-resident foreign buyers face challenges in the Spanish property market, with potential tax increases and bans being proposed. Full Article