Concerns have been raised that a new betting tax proposed by the Chancellor could push customers towards less regulated bookmakers, with the head of a leading betting industry body warning it may negatively impact both punters and the sector.
Nvidia has lined up a potential $100 billion investment to take a major stake in OpenAI, pledging to supply millions of AI chips and build data centres to power its ambitious growth.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has proposed scrapping indefinite leave to remain, aiming to deport up to 800,000 legal immigrants settled under post-Brexit rules and prompting cross-party condemnation.
The PM has defended the government’s decision to approve a £2 billion expansion of Gatwick Airport, urging the nation to adopt a more positive attitude towards major infrastructure projects despite criticism from climate campaigners.
Israel has rebuked Westminster’s pledge to recognise a Palestinian state despite the PM’s insistence that it is the only way to revive the two-state solution, as ministers ready tougher sanctions on Hamas under pressure from bereaved British families and Western allies.
Nigel Farage has pledged to remove hundreds of thousands of individuals with indefinite leave to remain in the UK, promising tougher measures and a new approach to immigration policy.
Debbie Slater, mother of Jay Slater, has called for online commentators to stop spreading speculation and allow her son to be remembered in peace, following continued public scrutiny after his tragic death.
The PM has faced criticism from Israel and families affected by hostage-taking after expressing support for the recognition of Palestinian statehood, which has been described as a significant advantage for Hamas and is seen by critics as undermining efforts for peace in the region.
There are concerns that insufficient security in prison camps could rapidly lead to a resurgence of extremist threats, with risks of large numbers of detainees being released or escaping.
Sir Keir Starmer is facing criticism for formally supporting the recognition of a future Palestinian state, with allegations that this decision undermines efforts for peace and has caused distress among Israeli officials and families of hostages.