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Drones are a threat to national security, says chief prisons inspector

Drones have become a \"threat to national security\", the prisons watchdog has said, after a surge in weapons and drugs being flown into high-security jails.

Kim Philby Spy's choice 'between suicide and prosecution'

Cambridge spy Kim Philby said his choice was \"between suicide and prosecution\" in a confession shortly before the high-ranking MI6 double agent fled on a Russian freighter in 1963, according to previously secret documents.

Dirk Bogarde Actor was told he could be a KGB target

The film star Dirk Bogarde was \"clearly disturbed\" and \"troubled\" after MI5 warned him that his name had been given to the KGB as a \"practising homosexual\" and he risked being compromised in a sting operation, newly declassified intelligence files show.

Queen was kept in dark about Russian spy in royal household, MI5 files reveal

Queen Elizabeth II was not told for almost 10 years that Anthony Blunt, a surveyor of the queen's pictures and a member of the royal household, had confessed to being a Soviet double agent, previously secret security files suggest.

Man charged with attempting to murder nurse in Oldham hospital

A man has been charged with attempting to murder a nurse who suffered \"life-changing\" injuries after being stabbed in a hospital's acute medicine ward.

Peter Gizzi wins TS Eliot prize with 'sad yet resolute' Fierce Elegy

This year's TS Eliot prize for poetry has been awarded to the Michigan-born Peter Gizzi for Fierce Elegy, a collection that draws on the poet's experience of losing his brother.

Ryanair seeks airport drink limit as it sues 'disruptive' passenger

Ryanair has said it wants a limit of two alcoholic drinks at airports, as the airline released further details of legal action to recover €15,000 (£12,600) in costs related to a diversion it said was caused by an allegedly disruptive passenger.

Man, 30, cleared of manslaughter after partner's suicide note blamed him

A man accused of driving a young mother to suicide through domestic violence has been found guilty of assault and prolonged controlling behaviour but was cleared of her manslaughter.

Survey finds care charities forced to 'evict' residents to avoid insolvency

Charities providing specialist care to thousands of vulnerable adults with learning disabilities and severe autism are having to \"evict\" residents to avoid insolvency because of tax and wage rises and local authority funding cuts.

Liz Truss 'Fix' UK's media or country will fail, says ex-PM

Liz Truss has said the country will fail unless British media outlets such as the Guardian, the Times and the BBC are \"fixed\".

Nicola Sturgeon announces divorce from former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell

Nicola Sturgeon has announced her divorce from her long-term partner, Peter Murrell, who was previously the chief executive of the Scottish National party.

Tulip Siddiq Charities Say MP Must Lose Anti-Corruption Role

Tulip Siddiq should give up her ministerial responsibility for UK anti-corruption policy, a group of charities has said, amid concerns about her links to the former Bangladeshi regime of her aunt Sheikh Hasina.

'Incredible change' What the action plan aims to do

The UK government has unveiled a wide-ranging action plan to boost the country's role in developing and deploying artificial intelligence.

Desperate for growth, convert Keir reboots again with ChatGPT speech on technology

We are at a pivotal moment in history. AI is not just a tool for the future, it is already reshaping our lives in profound ways.

Infrastructure Fears of water and power shortage as PM plans 'growth zone'

Labour's first artificial intelligence growth zone will be sited close to the UK's first new reservoir in 30 years, sparking fears that the AI push will add to the \"severe pressure\" on water supplies in the area.

Private firms could profit from NHS data as Starmer aims for AI boost

Ministers are considering allowing private companies to make profits from NHS data as part of a push to revolutionise the health service using artificial intelligence, government officials have indicated.

Scottish ferry sets sail to Isle of Arran - seven years late

It set sail nearly seven years late, but in the event proved its worth.

Mild weather likely to result in brassica shortage, say growers

Broccoli, cauliflower and other brassicas may be in short supply this spring as the mild autumn and winter have caused the crops to come up early, growers have said.

Charity appeal raises more than £1.7m from readers

An amazing £1.73m has been raised by Guardian and Observer readers for our charity appeal in support of victims of war and conflict.

Revealed: £1.6tn cost of 'forever chemicals'

The cost of cleaning up toxic pollution from \"forever chemicals\" could reach more than £1.6tn across the UK and the rest of Europe over a 20-year period, an annual bill of £84bn, research has found.

Starmer backs Reeves and warns of 'ruthless' public spending cuts

Chancellor under pressure after difficult week in the markets

Pregnancy risk as apps replace the pill - study

Women in England and Wales are increasingly ditching the pill in favour of fertility tracking apps, risking a rise in unplanned pregnancies, a study has suggested.

Money hacks Annuities are back in vogue - here's how to get best value

'The stability of a guaranteed income gives retirees peace of mind their money won't run out, even if they live past 100'

The Filter Slow cookers for easy and low-cost cooking

Coming home to a warm meal made with very little effort - is a real treat in the cold and dark months.

Lifetime Isas Is popular savings scheme no longer fit for purpose?

It appears to be proving a hit with millennials and generation Z but has also come under fire for the \"unfair\" sting in its tail.

Mega-trial £2.1bn fight over planes stranded in Russia

Sitting in a nondescript building near the high court in Dublin, about 40 cloaked barristers have gathered almost daily since June last year.

Tax returns Expert tips on getting self-assessment right

With the online deadline just days away, Rupert Jones asks for advice on avoiding the pitfalls and making the most of what you can claim

Earls Court Plans for £10bn renewal await green light

On a damp winter's day, there are few signs of activity on the huge, empty triangle of land in west London that was once home to the Earls Court exhibition centre with its distinctive art deco facade.

Zuckerberg 'let Meta train AI models on pirated books'

Mark Zuckerberg approved Meta's use of \"pirated\" versions of copyright-protected books to train the company's artificial intelligence models, a group of authors has alleged in a US court filing.

Tax changes will inflate food prices, says Sainsbury's chief

Changes to employers' national insurance contributions announced in the government's October budget will drive inflation, particularly on fresh food, according to the chief executive of Sainsbury's as he announced a 5% pay rise for workers.