Vladimir Putin is not part of the Russian delegation heading to Turkey for ceasefire talks with Ukraine. The Russian president proposed direct negotiations with Ukraine, but he is not listed to attend. Similarly, President Trump will not be present at the talks despite considering going if Putin would be there.
An 18-year-old British girl was apprehended at Tbilisi airport in Georgia for trying to transport 12kg of cannabis and 2kg of hashish. Facing potential lengthy imprisonment if found guilty, she appeared in court for a detention hearing. The suspect, who claimed pregnancy in court, did not respond to drug-related inquiries. Investigations are ongoing to uncover any potential accomplices.
Israel's recent airstrikes on Gaza's hospitals have raised concerns, with expert analysis disputing Israel's claims. The European Hospital was targeted by Israel, alleging it housed a Hamas base, but evidence suggests otherwise. Videos and analysis indicate discrepancies in Israel's justification for the attacks, casting doubt on the alleged underground infrastructure. The escalation of attacks in Gaza has led to casualties and destruction, prompting international scrutiny and calls for a ceasefire.
A recent study by scientists at City St George's, University of London found that artificial intelligence can collectively make decisions and even persuade each other to change their minds without human intervention. The experiment showed that AI agents developed biases towards specific names when in groups, despite having none individually. Injecting disruptive AIs altered the group's decisions, raising concerns about potential misuse of AI influencing behaviors, including political choices.
President Trump's foreign policy in the Middle East focuses on business deals rather than human rights concerns, aiming to achieve success through transactions. This approach, exemplified by deals in the region, is now being considered for resolving the conflict between Russia and Ukraine. While some see potential benefits in this business-first strategy, others question its morality and long-term implications.
The Co-op group is in the recovery phase after a cyber attack last month led to empty shelves in its grocery stores. Food supplies are expected to improve starting this weekend. The attack affected Co-op, Nisa, and Costcutter stores, causing shortages and disruptions in deliveries. Both Co-op and Marks & Spencer faced data breaches, but payment details were reportedly safe.
A significant cyber attack targeting British companies has been identified as a severe national security concern, involving a new form of threat known as remote code execution. The attack exploited a vulnerability in SAP Netweaver software, affecting over 500 customers with potential for more. Various companies including Cadent, News UK, EG Group, Johnson Matthey, and Ardagh Metal were victims, with US and Saudi entities also impacted. The National Cyber Security Centre is actively monitoring the situation and urging organizations to update their software to mitigate risks.
A duck in central Switzerland was captured on a radar image exceeding the speed limit, reaching 52km/h in a 30km/h zone. Police suspect it could be the same duck caught speeding in the same area in 2018. Authorities checked the speed cameras and found no tampering, hoping the public finds the coincidences amusing.
Following a significant cyber attack on M&S resulting in the theft of customer data, cybersecurity experts express concerns despite M&S's reassurance that no usable payment details were taken. While M&S advises customers to change passwords, experts recommend vigilance against phishing scams and suggest following the 'stop, challenge, protect' steps to prevent cybercrime. Although no passwords were compromised, cybersecurity professionals suggest changing passwords and enabling two-step authentication for enhanced security.
The UK government plans to roll out an AI tool named Consult, initially used by the Scottish government, to gauge public opinions on topics like Botox regulations. This tool, part of the Humphrey AI set, aims to streamline public consultations and save significant time and money. Technology Secretary Peter Kyle emphasized the efficiency of AI in handling tasks traditionally done by humans. Despite the potential economic benefits of AI integration, challenges such as training and data quality remain, with varying comfort levels across different demographics.