International experts on Artificial Intelligence gather for launch of new University research centre
A new interdisciplinary research centre with a mission to investigate Artificial Intelligence has been launched by the University of Exeter. The Critical AI Centre (CrAIC) will explore the complex and evolving roles and risks associated with conceptions of artificial intelligence…
Video: Applause in parliament as Japan gets first female prime minister | Newsfeed
NewsFeed There was applause in Japan’s parliament as members voted in the country’s first woman prime minister, hardline conservative Sanae Takaichi. She replaces Shigeru Ishiba, who resigned after his coalition lost parliamentary elections in July. Published On 21 Oct 202521…
Frustration over renationalised rail service times in Devon
Cameron Weldon and Richard GreenSouth West South Western Railway The Department for Transport said £360 million has been invested to renew and enhance railway infrastructure to help keep trains on time Passengers travelling on a renationalised rail service have voiced…
Israel’s Maccabi Tel Aviv to decline tickets to Europa League match in UK | Football News
Tel Aviv football team says it is working to ‘stamp out racism’ among its fan base. Israeli football team Maccabi Tel Aviv has said it will turn down any tickets offered to its fans for a match in the United…
Argentina’s central bank says it signed $20bn currency swap deal with US | Business and Economy News
The central bank said deal was part of a comprehensive strategy to help it respond to forex and capital markets volatility. Published On 20 Oct 202520 Oct 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share The Central Bank…
Colombia recalls ambassador to United States amid diplomatic spat | Politics News
Colombia announced the move after US President Donald Trump called President Gustavo Petro an ‘illegal drug leader’. Published On 20 Oct 202520 Oct 2025 Click here to share on social media share2 Share Colombia has said it has recalled its…
Oldway Mansion break-ins costing thousands, says council
Torbay Council Torbay Council said entering Oldway Mansion was “illegal and extremely dangerous” Damage caused by a series of break-ins at a historic building will cost thousands of pounds to fix, according to a council. Torbay Council said trespassers broke…
Man arrested over threats outside McDonald’s in Exmouth
A man has been arrested after another man was threatened with an air rifle in a road rage incident outside a McDonald’s. Devon and Cornwall Police said it was reported the man was threatened outside the restaurant at Liverton Business…
Firms sensitive to rising temperatures deliver lower stock returns
Companies that are more sensitive to temperature changes are consistently overvalued and deliver lower-than-expected returns. Global temperature rises as a result of climate change impact firms differently, with sectors such as agriculture and energy directly exposed to physical climate risks,…
NHS policies to improve care for people taking multiple medicines may not be effective
Current NHS policies designed to improve care for people taking multiple medicines may not be effective, according to new research. In England, more than one in seven people take five or more medicines daily, leading to growing concerns over the…