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The poisoned umbrella that pointed to a KGB murder

A 1978 killing is one of the great unsolved mysteries of the Cold War

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'Culture shift' needed in how UK does business, PM urges

Burnham says those who take risks should be backed by government, but his government has been criticised for increasing business costs.

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Oasis confirm Knebworth return and Manchester and Glasgow live 2027 gigs

The band have announced a second wave of shows for their hit reunion tour, after weeks of teasers.

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Africa's richest man launches continent's biggest share sale

Nigerian billionaire Aliko Dangote says he wants ordinary people to share in the success of his oil refinery.

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UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog

The technology will soon be routinely used within the NHS, MHRA chief Lawrence Tallon tells the BBC.

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'My cancer spread while I waited months for surgery': The cost of England's cancer wait times

Cancer care has got worse since the government announced plans to speed up waiting times and save more lives, BBC analysis shows.

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AI staff 'genuinely frightened' for humanity's future, ex-Anthropic researcher tells BBC

It comes as the AI firm's boss has called for the technology's development to be slowed down, citing "serious" risks.

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Six Oscar contenders from the Venice Film Festival

From a wild-eyed performance by R-Patz to a short film about Marilyn at 100

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MPs and Lords call for new law to address AI threat to human rights

Existing laws are not equipped to address the risks to human rights being posed by artificial intelligence, UK politicians say.

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Zambians warned not to eat dead wildlife after anthrax kills dozens of animals

At least 12 people are being treated for anthrax after eating infected meat from wildlife carcasses.

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Why are there concerns AI could threaten humanity, and how real are they?

Existential fears about AI have once again reared their head - here's what you need to know.

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Five things about the new Elon Musk documentary

Alex Gibney's documentary premiered at the Venice Film Festival

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Trailblazing keeper who became West Ham cult figure - Miklosko dies aged 64

Ludek Miklosko, who has died aged 64, was a cult figure with West Ham supporters after his move to London in 1990.

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Record heatwaves in France set to make champagne stronger

Winemakers can produce bubbly up to 15% ABV following an unusual harvest that produced sweeter grapes.

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Valve's Steam Frame is excellent - but at over £1,000 is VR still too expensive?

The BBC's Tom Gerken is hands-on with the latest virtual reality headset.

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Brands v country - Kerr ramps up kit battle after latest victory

Josh Kerr celebrated becoming Great Britain's first Ultimate Champion by making a clear point about funding in athletics - BBC Sport explains what the issue is.

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