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Emotion analysis technology could lead to discrimination, watchdog warns

Emotion analysis technology could lead to discrimination, watchdog warns

Emotion analysis technology could lead to discrimination, watchdog warns

26 October 2022

The data protection regulator has warned such technology is ‘immature’ and could discriminate against some people.


UK gender pay gap widens to 8.3% but below pre-pandemic levels

UK gender pay gap widens to 8.3% but below pre-pandemic levels

UK gender pay gap widens to 8.3% but below pre-pandemic levels

26 October 2022

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed that the difference in average earnings for full-time male and female employees hit 8.3% in April.


Majority of Sunak’s Cabinet educated at fee-paying schools

Majority of Sunak’s Cabinet educated at fee-paying schools

Majority of Sunak’s Cabinet educated at fee-paying schools

26 October 2022

Analysis shows only 23% went to a comprehensive school, while 13% attended a grammar.


NI Secretary holding talks with Stormont parties as election deadline looms

NI Secretary holding talks with Stormont parties as election deadline looms

NI Secretary holding talks with Stormont parties as election deadline looms

26 October 2022

If no ministerial executive is in place by Friday, the UK Government assumes a legal responsibility to call another election in Northern Ireland.


Just Stop Oil protesters target Ferrari and Bentley showrooms

Just Stop Oil protesters target Ferrari and Bentley showrooms

Just Stop Oil protesters target Ferrari and Bentley showrooms

26 October 2022

The Metropolitan Police arrested two people on suspicion of criminal damage in relation to the protest in London’s Mayfair.


Cleverly urges LGBT football fans to be ‘respectful’ of Qatar at World Cup

Cleverly urges LGBT football fans to be ‘respectful’ of Qatar at World Cup

Cleverly urges LGBT football fans to be ‘respectful’ of Qatar at World Cup

26 October 2022

It comes after campaigner Peter Tatchell said he was arrested in the Gulf state over an LGBTQ+ protest.


Ford confirms end of the Fiesta in 2023

Ford confirms end of the Fiesta in 2023

Ford confirms end of the Fiesta in 2023

26 October 2022

Long-running small car is being axed in favour of EVs.


Research ship on voyage of discovery to South Atlantic Ocean

Research ship on voyage of discovery to South Atlantic Ocean

Research ship on voyage of discovery to South Atlantic Ocean

26 October 2022

The RRS Discovery will set sail for Ascension Island and St Helena in the search for new species on the seabed.


Shirt worn by Sergio Aguero when he scored title-winning goal set for auction

Shirt worn by Sergio Aguero when he scored title-winning goal set for auction

Shirt worn by Sergio Aguero when he scored title-winning goal set for auction

26 October 2022

The shirt is unwashed and is still marked with splashes of champagne after the strike netted Manchester City’s first title in 44 years.


Customers buy more energy-saving products as discretionary income falls – Asda

Customers buy more energy-saving products as discretionary income falls – Asda

Customers buy more energy-saving products as discretionary income falls – Asda

26 October 2022

The company’s latest Income Tracker shows the average household was £35.44 a week worse off compared with last September.


Inquiry demanded over Suella Braverman’s return as Home Secretary after breach

Inquiry demanded over Suella Braverman’s return as Home Secretary after breach

Inquiry demanded over Suella Braverman’s return as Home Secretary after breach

26 October 2022

Rishi Sunak brought her back just six days after she was forced out for breaking the ministerial code.


Police ram ‘reckless’ motorcyclist after high-speed pursuit

Police ram ‘reckless’ motorcyclist after high-speed pursuit

Police ram ‘reckless’ motorcyclist after high-speed pursuit

26 October 2022

Owen Watson was sentenced to a six-week prison term suspended for 12 months.


Halloween fiscal statement may be delayed as Suella Braverman’s return defended

Halloween fiscal statement may be delayed as Suella Braverman’s return defended

Halloween fiscal statement may be delayed as Suella Braverman’s return defended

26 October 2022

Foreign Secretary James Cleverly argued the reappointed Home Secretary had apologised for a breach of the rules.


Heathrow passenger numbers ‘will take years to return to pre-pandemic levels’

Heathrow passenger numbers ‘will take years to return to pre-pandemic levels’

Heathrow passenger numbers ‘will take years to return to pre-pandemic levels’

26 October 2022

The airport is set to carry 25% fewer passengers this year than it did in 2019.


Officer suspended over alleged rape at police college

Officer suspended over alleged rape at police college

Officer suspended over alleged rape at police college

26 October 2022

An investigation by a team of specialist officers is under way.


What the papers say – October 26

What the papers say – October 26

What the papers say – October 26

26 October 2022

The papers cover Rishi Sunak becoming the newest resident of Number 10 and appointing a ‘unity’ Cabinet.


I became depressed and withdrawn while making my debut album, says Stormzy

I became depressed and withdrawn while making my debut album, says Stormzy

I became depressed and withdrawn while making my debut album, says Stormzy

26 October 2022

The rapper opened up to Louis Theroux on issues including his dating life and faith.


Sean Penn to be honoured with humanitarian award by the Television Academy

Sean Penn to be honoured with humanitarian award by the Television Academy

Sean Penn to be honoured with humanitarian award by the Television Academy

25 October 2022

The award-winning actor and documentary maker will be recognised for his ‘decades of activism’ at the organisation’s 26th Hall of Fame event.


Rishi Sunak to face first Prime Minister’s questions as he commences premiership

Rishi Sunak to face first Prime Minister’s questions as he commences premiership

Rishi Sunak to face first Prime Minister’s questions as he commences premiership

25 October 2022

The new Prime Minister will square off against Sir Keir Starmer later, fresh from appointing a new Cabinet.


Academy says its British pilots are not passing classified information to China

Academy says its British pilots are not passing classified information to China

Academy says its British pilots are not passing classified information to China

25 October 2022

Test Flying Academy of South Africa (TFASA) has issued a statement to clarify its position.


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