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Instant AI answers can trivialise human intelligence, warns Royal Observatory
Paddy Rodgers said the Observatory's rich history showed the power of human knowledge and the need to avoid "dependence" on AI.
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Rise in solar panel sales as people ‘want to save money’
One director, who has just bought 2,000 panels, hopes to safeguard the company's future bills.
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Oil price slumps as Trump says he called off Iran attacks
Energy markets have been on a wild ride as the key Strait of Hormuz waterway remains effectively closed.
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Why does Amazon have no Western rivals?
The internet giant dwarfs other online retailers on both sides of the Atlantic.
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HS2 failings blamed on high-speed focus and political pressure
A new reviews confirms the high-speed rail line's "original sins" include a technical design, changing political priorities and ballooning costs.
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Swatch stores close for second day after crowds
The launch of a new £335 pocket watch has drawn criticism after queues of shoppers built up again.
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Swatch stores close for second day after crowds
The launch of a new £335 pocket watch has drawn criticism after queues of shoppers built up again.
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The Climate Question
How Thailand and Vietnam are seeing rapid growth in EV sales and manufacturing
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‘Vicious circle of rising costs is fuelling crisis for traders’
"Dried apricots 12 months ago were £35 for a 12kg box, now they're £100 a box," says cheesemonger.
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‘We need working-class voices to enrich culture’
Northumberland journalist Kate Pasola says there is a need to break down socioeconomic barriers.
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