Government to give cash payouts to people in financial crisis
The replacement for the Household Support Fund aims to help people facing sudden difficulties. Source: Original News
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US to cut tariffs on Taiwanese goods after investment pledge
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said the deal would help boost semiconductor production in the US. Source: Original News
Serial rail fare evader faces jail over 112 unpaid tickets
Charles Brohiri pleaded guilty to travelling without buying a ticket a total of 112 times. Source: Original News
Ofwat launches investigation into South East Water
South East Water says some customers in Kent and Sussex may not see supplies return until Friday. Source: Original News
Labubu toy manufacturer exploited workers, labour group claims
Investigators allege that a factory making Pop Mart products neglected staff safety and welfare. Source: Original News
UK economy grew by 0.3% in November, beating forecasts
The economy was boosted by a rebound in car production and from the services sector. Source: Original News
X to stop Grok AI from undressing images of real people after backlash
Grok will no longer allow users to remove clothing from images of real people, a statement posted on X reads. Source: Original News
No 10 welcomes reports X is addressing Grok deepfakes
The use of the AI tool to digitally undress women has sparked a backlash as well as intervention from the government and regulator. Source: Original News
Why the Northern Powerhouse Rail plan will really go ahead this time
Faisal Islam says the Labour argues the difference in its plans this time is that the planning has come first. Source: Original News
California investigates Grok over AI deepfakes
The state attorney general urges xAI to take action over the “shocking” material as Musk denies the allegations. Source: Original News