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A package of AI tools named Humphrey is being introduced to the Civil Service to reduce consultant spending and expedite work in Whitehall, potentially saving £45 billion in taxpayer money by enhancing productivity. These tools, including Consult for faster policy decision-making, Parlex for analyzing parliamentary debates, Redbox for generating briefings, and Lex for legal research, aim to streamline digital services and improve public access. The tools, inspired by the fictional character Sir Humphrey Appleby from...

France's new Minister of Finance, Eric Lombard, presented the 2025 budget to the Eurogroup on January 20, 2025, aiming to save France's economy without causing concern to the EU. The Eurogroup responded positively to Lombard's plan, with European Commissioner Dombrovskis expressing satisfaction with France's commitment to reduce its general government deficit and maintain ambitious fiscal efforts. Lombard emphasized the importance of supporting the development of the European economy while outlining France's budget goals for the...

The summer race riots were sparked by a mass stabbing at a dance class in Southport, where Axel Rudakubana killed three children and injured eight others. Misinformation online falsely accused the attacker of being an asylum seeker, leading to widespread unrest and division. Nearly 450 people have been sentenced for offenses related to the riots, with authorities clarifying that the suspect was originally from Cardiff. Full Article

Dr Rik Peeperkorn, WHO representative in the OPT, aims to increase truck deliveries to Gaza to 500-600 per day, a significant jump from recent levels of 40-50 trucks, to address severe shortages of food, fuel, and medical supplies. Despite a ceasefire, Gaza faces a massive challenge with over 46,000 dead, 110,000 injured, and a healthcare system in shambles, while WHO plans a 60-day emergency health response requiring $10 billion to restore healthcare and provide essential...

French President Emmanuel Macron suggested that France may need to surpass NATO's 2 percent GDP defense spending target, particularly if the U.S. military withdraws from Europe. Macron emphasized the importance of preparing for potential scenarios without American support and urged European countries to invest in their defense industry to create continental champions. He criticized the fragmentation of Europe's weapons-makers and highlighted the need for simplification and integration in the defense sector, as seen in Germany...

Your support helps The Independent cover important stories like reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech. Donations enable journalists to report from the ground, providing unbiased coverage for all Americans. In Donald Trump's second term inauguration, he outlined a radical agenda, vowing to put America first, scrap diversity measures, and focus on oil production while also threatening tariffs and international conflicts. Full Article