25 h. ago What to know about the blast at a Tennessee explosives plant that killed 16 people

Authorities plan to give an update on the massive blast in Tennessee that killed 16 people earlier this month at an explosives plant

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40 h. ago Government issues update on plans to ban private parking firms from fining drivers

Tickets issued by private firms is at a record high

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59 h. ago Trump administration considering curbs on exports to China made with US software

Plan would include everything from laptops to jet engines, to retaliate against Beijing’s latest round of rare earth export restrictionsUS politics live – latest updatesThe Trump administration is considering a plan to curb a dizzying array of software-powered exports to China, from laptops to jet engines, to retaliate against Beijing’s latest round of rare earth export restrictions, according to a US official and three people briefed by US authorities.While the plan is not the only option on the table, it would make good on Donald Trump’s threat earlier this month to bar “critical software” exports to China by restricting global shipments of items that contain US software or were produced using US software. Continue reading...

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60 h. ago White House hasn’t filed plans for Trump’s new ballroom despite demolition under way

Amid backlash over footage of East Wing being partly demolished, White House reportedly intends to send plans for new constructionUS politics live – latest updatesThe White House has not submitted plans for Donald Trump’s new ballroom to the federal agency that oversees construction of federal buildings, though demolition is already underway.On Tuesday, the White House told Reuters it intends to send plans to the National Capital Planning Commission, an agency that typically approves and monitors construction on federal buildings. Demolition began earlier this week, with reporters taking video of a backhoe ripping out chunks of the White House’s exterior. Continue reading...

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60 h. ago No plans filed for Trump’s new ballroom despite demolition being under way

Amid backlash over partial demolition of East Wing, White House reportedly intends to send blueprintsUS politics live – latest updatesThe White House has not submitted plans for Donald Trump’s new ballroom to the federal agency that oversees construction of federal buildings, though demolition is already under way.On Tuesday, the White House told Reuters it intended to send plans to the National Capital Planning Commission, an agency that typically approves and monitors construction on federal buildings. Demolition began earlier this week, with reporters taking video of a backhoe ripping out chunks of the White House’s exterior. Continue reading...

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62 h. ago Lisandro Martinez injury update as Man Utd forced to change comeback plans

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has been on the sidelines with a serious knee injury for eight months but is now nearing a significant step on his comeback

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68 h. ago Sarah Ferguson drops Duchess of York title on Companies House after changing her social media profiles

The tweak appeared on updated details of Sarah Ferguson's company Planet Partners Productions Limited - days after her title was also scrubbed from the bio of her social media profiles.

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3 d. ago Government issues update on stamp duty reform after plans to 'scrap' tax

It was previously revealed that the Treasury is 'looking at’ new property taxes to replace stamp duty

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3 d. ago Update on plans for holiday units at former pony and zorbing centre

The application was refused on a long list of grounds including insufficient information submitted 'to enable the council to fully consider the impact of the proposal in terms of landscape and seascape character'

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6 d. ago Holiday unit bid for former pony trekking and zorbing centre refused

The application was refused on a long list of grounds including insufficient information that it accords with farm diversification policy

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7 d. ago China threatens UK with ‘consequences’ over delayed London mega embassy

Diplomatic tensions escalate amid rows over planning hold-ups and collapse of spying trialUK politics live – latest updatesTensions between Britain and China have escalated after Beijing criticised further delays to a planning decision on its proposed “mega embassy” in London.China’s ministry of foreign affairs expressed “grave concern and strong dissatisfaction” after Steve Reed, the housing secretary, pushed back his final decision on the proposal until 10 December. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Arsenal news: Mikel Arteta handed double injury update as new signing hatches exit plan

Arsenal are back in action on Saturday as they look to secure another three points against Fulham in the Premier League and Mikel Arteta has several injury concerns to contend with ahead of the clash

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8 d. ago New update on DWP plans to ‘monitor’ bank accounts to tackle benefit fraud

A new Fraud Bill would also allow the DWP to have the power to obtain bank statements from people they believe have enough cash to pay back welfare debts.

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9 d. ago Virgin Media's TV packages just got a major revamp and new freebie to rival Sky

Virgin Media has updated its TV and broadband plans, complete with new names, prices and benefits - and it's also made a major change to its streaming offering.

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9 d. ago Netflix unveils update for Narcos director's new film based on tragic plane crash

Netflix has announced a slew of new cast members for an upcoming drama based on a real-life tragedy, and here is everything you need to know about the new film

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1 week ago OpenAI will allow verified adults to use ChatGPT to generate erotic content

New version will allow users to customize AI assistant’s personality in what firm calls ‘treat adults users like adults’ policyOpenAI announced plans on Tuesday to relax restrictions on its ChatGPT chatbot, including allowing erotic content for verified adult users as part of what the company calls a “treat adult users like adults” principle.OpenAI’s plan includes the release of an updated version of ChatGPT that will allow users to customize their AI assistant’s personality, including options for more human-like responses, heavy emoji use, or friend-like behavior. The most significant change will come in December, when OpenAI plans to roll out more comprehensive age-gating that would permit erotic content for adults who have verified their ages. OpenAI did not immediately provide details on its age verification methods or additional safeguards planned for adult content. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Explosive Massachusetts plane crash leaves two dead as Nor'easter slams state: Live updates

Thousands across the Mid-Atlantic and New England regions are without power Monday morning as a powerful Nor' easter batters the East Coast.

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1 week ago Government issues major update on plans to introduce digital driving licences

The proposals will make using government services far easier and 'in tune with modern life'

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1 week ago Welsh club plan shock bid to join competition as update issued on missing Jac Morgan

The latest rugby news stories from Wales and beyond

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1 week ago Government update on plans to reduce age when you can get free NHS prescriptions

Several groups of people can currently get free NHS prescriptions

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