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The government has issued a stark warning to Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence company xAI, signalling it is prepared to block access to its Grok chatbot in the UK if it fails to comply with British law on online safety. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall said on Friday that ministers are moving swiftly to criminalise the creation of intimate images without consent, as concerns mount over the misuse of AI tools to generate sexualised images of women...

When businesses face financial turmoil, they often find themselves at a crossroads. The weight of mounting debts, unmanageable cash flow issues, and the pressure from creditors can quickly lead a company to the brink of liquidation. However, insolvency and business recovery processes, when handled properly, can offer a lifeline to businesses in distress. One such company that specializes in these services is BABR (Bailey Ahmad Business Recovery), which provides essential strategies and expert guidance to...

A good guide on secured loan in the UK helps homeowners take informed decisions about large borrowing. Many UK borrowers underestimate how much structure sits behind these loans. A secured loan creates access to higher limits and competitive pricing, though it also places your property at risk. You gain clarity once you understand how the charge system operates, how lenders assess equity, and what shapes affordability outcomes. Writers often turn this topic into a maze,...

More than half of British workers are making mistakes at work because of stress, while one in four have taken time off sick as a result, according to new research that highlights the growing toll of workplace pressure on productivity and wellbeing. A survey by health and safety training provider Astutis found that 52.6 per cent of employees admit stress has led them to make errors at work, while 28.5 per cent say they have...

Shares in Soho House fell sharply after a key backer in a proposed $1.8bn deal to take the members’ club group private failed to deliver a crucial funding commitment, casting doubt over the future of the transaction. The London-founded business confirmed that Yucaipa, the investment vehicle of billionaire executive chairman Ron Burkle, had been informed that MCR Hotels would be unable to provide its planned $200m equity contribution by the expected closing date. MCR had...

Britain’s love affair with sausage rolls and steak bakes is being quietly reshaped by the rise of weight loss injections, according to the boss of Greggs. Roisin Currie, chief executive of the FTSE-listed bakery chain, said there was “no doubt” that appetite-suppressing drugs such as GLP-1 treatments were influencing how much, and what, customers want to eat, contributing to softer sales and a more cautious outlook for the year ahead. Speaking as the company reported...

Aer Lingus is moving closer to closing its Manchester Airport base, putting around 200 jobs at risk, after concluding that efforts to improve margins at the operation are no longer viable. The Irish flag carrier has told staff it will begin formal consultations in the coming days on “mitigating job losses which would occur in the event of a base closure”, while simultaneously confirming it will stop selling tickets for its long-haul routes from Manchester...

A high-profile £14 million divorce dispute involving the former manager of Australian rock band INXS has shone a spotlight on the growing complexity of modern family law cases, particularly where generational wealth, gifts and opaque asset structures are involved. Maria Christina Copinger-Symes, who previously managed the band during its global success, is now locked in a legal battle with her former husband, James Copinger-Symes, a former SAS major, after a financial settlement agreed following their...

When planning any construction project in the UK, building regulation drawings are essential documents that transform your design vision into a legally compliant reality. Whether you’re adding an extension, converting a loft, or constructing a new build, these technical drawings form the backbone of your Building Control application and ensure your project meets all safety and performance standards. What Are Building Regulation Drawings? Building regulation drawings are detailed technical plans that demonstrate how your proposed...

Anthony Galluccio is a Cambridge-based attorney known for his work in land use and permitting law. He is a law partner at Galluccio & Watson LLP, where he advises large institutional clients, property owners, and developers navigating complex local approval processes. His work is grounded in a rare combination of legal skill , land use law and direct experience in government. Galluccio grew up in Cambridge in a family shaped by public service. His father...