Desperate father who set himself alight while serving 13 years in jail for stealing a phone finally moved to hospital

The US Air Force plans to procure two Tesla Cybertrucks, along with other vehicles, for live missile fire testing, aiming to simulate real-world combat scenarios. Despite the Cybertruck's touted durability and a drop in popularity due to declining sales and safety recalls, the Air Force's interest highlights its perceived toughness in potential combat situations. Want More Context? 🔎

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman revealed that the polite use of phrases like "please" and "thank you" in interactions with ChatGPT costs the company tens of millions in electricity due to the high energy demands of AI systems, which consume 40 million kilowatt-hours daily and 39.16 million gallons of water. While being polite may feel natural, studies suggest it adds unnecessary complexity to AI prompts, increasing operational costs without enhancing performance. Want More Context? 🔎

Yellow heat health alerts have been issued for parts of England as temperatures are expected to exceed 30°C (86°F) next week, from 12:00 BST Monday to 18:00 BST Wednesday, excluding the north-east and north-west regions. This weather shift results from warm air being drawn up from the south, with England and Wales expected to enjoy sunshine while Northern Ireland and Scotland may see rain. Want More Context? 🔎

A hot air balloon nearly tipped over after crashing into Oasis Academy Connaught in Bristol during the Bristol International Balloon Fiesta this morning. Footage showed the navy balloon descending rapidly before hitting the roof, causing concern among onlookers as the basket tilted dangerously, but the pilot managed to regain control and glide away safely. Want More Context? 🔎

Instagram recently launched a new map feature that allows users to share their real-time locations, similar to Snap Maps, which has sparked safety concerns among users. While the feature is off by default and requires manual activation, backlash has emerged over potential risks, prompting users to urge others to disable location sharing for safety reasons. Want More Context? 🔎

A four-year-old boy, Zaahir Jan, was tragically killed by a bus outside Queen Elizabeth, Queen Mother Hospital in Margate, Kent, while leaving after visiting his grandmother. His mother, Azaria, expressed her devastation over his sudden loss, describing him as a "sweet and funny" child, and lamenting the inability to hold him again. Want More Context? 🔎