OpenAI and UK sign deal to use AI in public services
The agreement says the UK and OpenAI may develop an "information sharing programme" and will "develop safeguards that protect the public and uphold democratic values". And OpenAI will expand its London office, which it says currently employs more than 100 people. The commitment is a statement of intent, rather than a legally-binding deal, which sets out the goals of a partnership between the UK government and OpenAI. But he said the challenge was whether it could "really be done transparently and ethically, with minimal data drawn from the public". Co-executive Director Martha Dark said the "treasure trove of public data" the government holds "would be of enormous commercial value to OpenAI in helping to train the next incarnation of ChatGPT".
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July 23, 2025 01:04 UTC
Former Superman Brandon Routh 'Cried No Less Than 3 Times' Watching New Film: 'I Have to See It Again'
David James/Warner Bros/Dc Comics/Kobal/Shutterstock; Jessica Miglio/Warner Bros. Pictures Brandon Routh in 2006's Superman Returns; David Corenswet in 2025's SupermanBrandon Routh is weighing in on David Corenswet's Superman movie. I think David [Corenswet] is fantastic," Routh, who was also promoting his new movie Ick, told the outlet. Routh's own portrayal of Clark Kent / Superman in Superman Returns marked the first time Warner Bros. rebooted the character for the big screen in the 21st century. Superman Returns was produced as a sequel to Christopher Reeve's original two Superman movies, released in 1978 and 1980, respectively. I have to go see it again.”Rick Kern/Getty Brandon Routh on Sept. 21, 2024Routh's own time as Superman on the big screen was hampered by what the studio perceived as a lackluster box office response to Superman Returns.
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July 22, 2025 22:22 UTC
UK billionaire declares ‘Britain has gone to hell,’ lists $337m London estate on sale and moves to Dubai
is leaving Britain due to the Labour government’s abolition of non-dom tax status. He’s putting his £250 million (₹2,911.5 crore) Chelsea estate, The Old Rectory, up for sale. Fredriksen is relocating his business operations and residence to Dubai, UAE. His departure follows the closure of his London firm Seatankers and reflects rising billionaire exits triggered by UK tax reforms. A £13.7 Billion Departure: Why John Fredriksen Left London BehindThe Old Rectory,E24“Britain has gone to hell, like Norway,” he said.
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July 22, 2025 22:02 UTC
Chloe Kelly sends England to final after Michelle Agyemang’s rescue act
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July 22, 2025 21:54 UTC
Businesses banned from paying hackers’ ransoms to target cybercrime
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July 22, 2025 20:38 UTC
Emiliano Martinez: Manchester United fail in loan bid for Aston Villa goalkeeper - Paper Talk
Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Roy Keane says Emi Martinez will be a big loss to Aston Villa after the Argentine goalkeeper appeared to wave goodbye following their final home game of the season. Liverpool youngster James McConnell is close to signing a new long-term deal at the club and going out on loan for the season. Aston Villa are open to improving the contract of Morgan Rogers in the coming months following his outstanding displays last season. THE GUARDIANNottingham Forest are weighing up whether to make an offer for James McAtee, who Manchester City value at £35m. Manchester City are in talks to re-sign James Trafford from Burnley with Ederson's future unclear.
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July 22, 2025 19:37 UTC
Billionaire owner of the Los Angeles Times says he will take the newspaper public in the coming year
For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Email * SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our Privacy noticeDr. Patrick Soon-Shiong, the billionaire owner of the Los Angeles Times since 2018, said this week that he intends to take the newspaper public in the coming year. “Whether you’re right, left, Democrat, Republican, you’re an American. So the opportunity for us to provide a paper that is the voices of the people, truly the voices of the people, is important,” he said. But like much of the media industry, the Times has continued to face financial difficulties, losing money and subscribers.
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July 22, 2025 18:46 UTC
Ozzy Osbourne dies at the age of 76, family announces
A statement from his family said: “It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. We ask everyone to respect our family privacy at this time.”It is with more sadness than mere words can convey that we have to report that our beloved Ozzy Osbourne has passed away this morning. Sharon, Jack, Kelly, Aimee and… pic.twitter.com/WLJhOrMsDF — Ozzy Osbourne (@OzzyOsbourne) July 22, 2025He had been diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease in 2019. As frontman of Black Sabbath, he was at the forefront of the heavy metal scene – a deeper, darker offshoot of hard rock. Back to the Beginning.” – Ozzy Osbourne pic.twitter.com/yuvZhOHSaO — Aston Villa (@AVFCOfficial) July 4, 2025Black Sabbath’s eponymous debut album in 1970 made the UK top 10 and paved the way for a string of hit records.
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July 22, 2025 18:15 UTC
Kendal attempted rapist Stephen Hodgson found dead in his prison cell
Stephen Hodgson, 26, formerly of Whitehaven, was sentenced to eight years in prison at Carlisle Crown Court in 2020 for the attempted rape of a teenager in Kendal he had met online. "Staff held fortnightly segregation review boards and created a care plan to support Mr Hodgson’s progression out of the segregation unit." The ombudsman report concludes: "Mr Hodgson was a challenging prisoner for staff to manage. "He was located in the segregation unit during his time at Full Sutton. "My investigation found that staff provided good support to Mr Hodgson."
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July 22, 2025 17:04 UTC
Stage Times: The Charlatans
“It brought back a lot of good memories and, just like in the old days, we spent far too long enjoying ourselves!”The Charlatans - We Are Love (Official Visualiser)Watch this video on YouTubeEmerging during the late 80s baggy era, The Charlatans captured the spirit of the times. Stage Times begins with an enquiry about a certain footballer-turned-pundit’s fleeting cameo in 2015. The firstThe Charlatans backstage at Reading festival in 1992, L-R Mark Collins, Tim Burgess, Rob Collins, Jon Brookes and Martin Blunt. (Photo by Mick Hutson/Redferns)Well, I was a bit late to the party as I didn’t join The Charlatans until ’91. Find tickets hereThe Charlatans 14th album, We Are Love, will be released on 31st October via BMG.
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July 22, 2025 17:00 UTC
All the times Rayner and Starmer championed immigration
Angela Rayner has admitted that immigration has had a “profound impact on society” and said the Government must “acknowledge the real concerns people have” about it. But both she and Sir Keir Starmer have previously spoken more positively about immigration or appeared to deprioritise it compared to other societal issues. The Telegraph has unearthed past statements from Sir Keir and Ms Rayner that show how their public positions have changed over their time in politics. Sir Keir Starmer – winter 1987Sir Keir became a barrister in Middle Temple in 1987. In that year, he wrote an article in the Socialist Lawyer magazine in which he said there was a “racist undercurrent” to immigration law.
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July 22, 2025 16:37 UTC
U.S.-Based Orange Juice Importer Sues Over Trump’s 50% Tariff on Brazilian Goods
A U.S.-based juice company is suing over President Trump’s pledge to impose a steep 50 percent tariff on Brazilian imports starting next month. Johanna Foods Inc., a major importer of orange juice, filed a lawsuit on Friday in the U.S. Court of International Trade in New York, saying that the measure, announced in a July 9 letter from Mr. Trump to President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva of Brazil, threatened to upend its business and sharply drive up prices for American consumers. Mr. Trump has used tariffs aggressively to shape trade policy. In justifying the tariff on Brazil, he cited factors including what he called an unfair trade relationship and a “witch hunt” trial against Brazil’s former right-wing president, Jair Bolsonaro, a close ally. Johanna Foods’ complaint argues that such factors do not meet the legal threshold for invoking the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977, which gives the president broad authority to regulate international economic transactions during a declared national emergency.
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July 22, 2025 16:14 UTC
‘Bye, Bro’: British Fighter Jet, Stranded in India, Finally Leaves for Home
A British F-35B fighter jet that was stranded at an airport in southern India for more than a month over mechanical issues, becoming a local celebrity in the process, is finally making its way home. British engineers had struggled for weeks to fix the aircraft, which was unable to return to an aircraft carrier in the Arabian Sea after a flight in mid-June because of bad weather. It was diverted to Thiruvananthapuram International Airport in the state of Kerala for what proved a lengthy stay. The British High Commission in New Delhi said in a statement that an engineering team deployed to fix the aircraft in early July had managed to repair it, “allowing the aircraft to resume active service.” The advanced jet, worth more than $100 million, was on its way to Darwin, Australia, according to an official at the Kerala airport, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to comment publicly on the jet.
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July 22, 2025 16:07 UTC
Sir Tom Jones to undergo treatment due to infection
However, he has now postponed the concert after contracting an upper respiratory infection. Sir Tom, posting the news on Instagram, said: “Hello to all the fans in Bremen. Unfortunately, I must postpone my show this evening, as I’ve contracted an upper respiratory infection that needs treatment and rest. Sir Tom is midway through his UK and Europe summer tour, which began on June 13 at Hampton Court Palace in Surrey. Sir Tom is also a coach on the singing competition series The Voice UK alongside Will.i.am, McFly’s joint judges Tom Fletcher and Danny Jones and former Destiny’s Child singer Kelly Rowland, who is set to join the coaching line-up for the 2025 series
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July 22, 2025 14:58 UTC
stage times, support, how to get there and everything else you need to know
London Wembley seating map:Here is a seating plan for London’s Wembley Stadium. Seating plan for Wembley Stadium (Image: Wembley Stadium )How to get thereRailWembley Stadium benefits from easy access to three rail / London Underground stations. These are:Wembley Stadium station - This is the nearest station to Wembley Stadium. Follow the signs for Wembley Stadium when you reach the A406 North Circular from the M1, A40 or M25. ParkingEvent day parking at Wembley Stadium is limited and must be booked in advance via the Wembley Official Parking website.
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July 22, 2025 14:58 UTC