Only 3% of revenge porn suspects charged, data reveals
Official figures show revenge porn laws are failing women, with just 3.2% of 40,000 cases leading to a charge. Experts warn AI-generated fake images will worsen the crisis. Read the full report.
Official figures show revenge porn laws are failing women, with just 3.2% of 40,000 cases leading to a charge. Experts warn AI-generated fake images will worsen the crisis. Read the full report.
A new study finds more than one in five videos recommended to new YouTube users are AI-generated 'slop'. Discover the impact on content discovery and platform integrity.
In 2025, AI-generated viral nonsense, from 'Shrimp Jesus' to bizarre tractor images, overwhelmed social media. Discover how this 'slop' exploited algorithms and what it means for the future of online content.
Architect Julia Barfield proposes a 14-mile tidal power lagoon off Somerset to power the UK's AI boom. The £11bn project could generate 2.5GW of renewable energy and create a new coastal landmark. Read the full plan.
The Merlin Bird ID app, using AI to identify birdsong, has seen an 88% surge in UK users. Discover how it's connecting people to nature and boosting mental wellbeing.
A new study reveals how analysing gut bacteria in stool samples with AI can detect early pancreatic cancer, offering hope for earlier diagnosis of the 'silent killer'.
A US nurse discovered her 11-year-old son in AI sex chats with bots impersonating Whitney Houston & Marilyn Monroe. Plus, Trump's bizarre Santa call & more US news.
A fraudulent TikTok page impersonating Boots used AI-generated videos to promote prescription slimming drugs. The account has been removed after BBC investigation.
The artificial intelligence stock surge has swelled the wealth of America's tech elite by over half a trillion dollars in a year, with Elon Musk leading the pack. Discover the staggering figures and the risks flagged by the Bank of England.
UK plastic surgeons predict a shift towards subtle, natural procedures in 2026, driven by celebrity influence and new tech. Discover the top trends and the risks of AI consultations.
As AI use soars, a philosopher's warning: we risk ceding hard-won reason to machines, slipping back into a pre-Enlightenment mindset. Are we losing the courage to think for ourselves?
Hashtag United made history by signing and selling AI professional footballers, a move that provoked fierce debate. Discover the club's defence and the future of tech in football.
A leading academic warns AI-powered surveillance will be the norm in Australia within a decade, creating a society where 'every move is monitored' and privacy is extinct. Read the full analysis.
Despite economic concerns, UK holiday spending rose 4.2%, driven by in-store sales and savvy shoppers using AI for deals. Discover the key retail trends.
The US Department of War signs a deal with Elon Musk's xAI to integrate the Grok chatbot, raising concerns over misinformation. Read the full story.
HMRC reveals plans to use artificial intelligence to identify and prevent tax evasion and avoidance, targeting a £6.5bn shortfall. Read the latest on the tech-driven crackdown.
The US Department of Labor has launched nearly 300,000 new apprenticeships this year, aiming for one million. The initiative focuses on trades, tech, and new sectors like law enforcement. Read more.
From AI advice to pension dashboards, discover the key personal finance trends predicted for 2026 that will impact how Britons save, invest, and plan for the future.
Discover the year's most addictive podcasts, featuring AI love stories, gripping true crime, and celebrity agony aunts. Find your next audio obsession here.
BBC newsreader Maryam Moshiri has sparked another viral moment, two years after her infamous finger gesture, with a dramatic on-air sign-off. Watch the clip that has social media buzzing.
Faced with AI, cost of living and job insecurity, UK workers are turning to passive income streams and multiple jobs. Discover the new reality of work.
Tennis champion Jelena Dokic shares loved-up Bali vacation with boyfriend Yane Veselinov, while hitting back at disturbing AI-generated fake news about her health and personal life.
A top NHS director warns AI chatbots like ChatGPT can give 'completely wrong advice' for mental health support. Learn the risks and where to find safe NHS help over the festive period.
Artificial intelligence has generated images of what model Janice Dickinson might look like at 70 without cosmetic surgery. See the dramatic difference and hear her candid thoughts on going under the knife.
An NHS director warns of dangers in using AI chatbots for mental health support during the festive period. Over a third of adults have turned to AI for wellbeing help. Seek professional NHS support.
The US Department of Homeland Security releases an AI-generated video showing Santa Claus as an ICE agent arresting migrants. The campaign encourages voluntary deportation.
The Trump administration releases an AI-generated Christmas video featuring Santa Claus as an ICE agent, urging migrants to self-deport. Discover the details and the $3,000 incentive.
As the trillion-dollar AI investment frenzy distorts the global economy, experts warn of an inevitable correction. This moment could finally allow for a crucial global conversation on regulation, risk, and who truly benefits from intelligent machines.
An activist group claims to have scraped 86 million music files from Spotify, raising major concerns the data will be used to train AI models. Read the full story on the implications for artists and copyright.
A Full Fact investigation reveals millions are viewing AI-generated fake videos about bogus UK taxes and curbs on freedoms. Learn how to spot the disinformation.