Tech Life – Quantum computers are coming – do we need ethical guidelines? – BBC Sounds

The potential of quantum computers to solve problems currently intractable for even the most powerful classical supercomputers is staggering. Imagine designing novel drugs and materials with unprecedented precision, simulating complex…

Brewdog founder James Watt admits mistakes as hundreds lose jobs in sale

Brewdog co-founder James Watt has issued a public apology to both former staff and the legions of small-scale investors who backed his company, acknowledging that he made "many mistakes" following…

Emperor Penguins moult to survive, but scientists fear it may now be killing them

Each year, Emperor penguins undertake what is known as a "catastrophic moult," a physiological imperative where they must replace their old, worn-out plumage with a new, pristine, and entirely waterproof…

Glass deposit scheme ‘risks £300m fraud’, industry warns.

Plans by the Welsh government to incorporate glass into its Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) have ignited a fierce backlash from a broad coalition of industry leaders, who warn the move…

Spain’s Pedro Sánchez hits back at Trump threat to sever trade saying ‘no to war’.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez has delivered a forceful repudiation of United States President Donald Trump’s threat to sever trade ties with Spain, unequivocally stating his nation’s commitment to peace…

Targets and watchdog for nature as Senedd passes new law

A landmark piece of legislation designed to fundamentally reverse the alarming decline of wildlife and significantly bolster nature protection across Wales has successfully navigated its final stages in the Senedd,…

First chartered flight for UK nationals due to leave Middle East

A specially chartered plane is poised to depart from Muscat International Airport in Oman at 23:00 local time (19:00 GMT). This flight represents a critical first step in what is…

DIY pads campaign for period poverty awareness

Fola Komolafe, the Chief Executive of World Vision UK, articulated the campaign’s core mission: to immerse individuals in the tangible process of creating a sanitary towel. This hands-on experience, she…

Can an AI recruiter really spot a good carer?

Just half an hour after she applied for a care job, Mollie Cole-Wilkin’s phone rang. Sitting at home, she answered it, expecting a human voice. Instead, she was greeted by…

I fiddled the meter for a mate – and the shop burnt down

By Scott Hesketh, North West Investigations A seasoned electrician, identifying himself as Tony from Manchester, has recounted a chilling experience that dramatically altered his perspective on illicit meter tampering. He…