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Online marketing
fromPhys
3 weeks ago

Good for business, bad for children: Food brands use AI to target kids and teens with digital marketing

Children and adolescents are increasingly targeted by sophisticated digital marketing techniques for unhealthy foods and drinks.
UK politics
fromSky News
3 weeks ago

AI helping traffickers identify modern slavery victims as exploitation 'greater than ever'

Artificial intelligence is aiding traffickers in identifying and exploiting victims of modern slavery at an unprecedented scale.
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fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Simon Harris says Iran War energy impact likely to be felt in winter as Taoiseach rules out 'mini-Budget'

Tánaiste Simon Harris has said the impact of the war in Iran will likely continue to be felt 'in the winter' as he did not rule out once-off energy measures in the upcoming Budget.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Men who used tipper trucks to dump waste sentenced

CCTV footage shows the men breaking into the areas and directing tipper trucks loaded with rubbish for dumping while trying to hide their faces.
London politics
Fundraising
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Thousands of young people could get more than 2,000 in new HMRC trust fund drive

The Independent provides accessible journalism on critical issues, including reproductive rights and financial matters affecting young people.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Most Americans Are Worried About the Environment. Is Congress?

More Americans believe the environment is in poor condition and want increased government action to address environmental issues.
Artificial intelligence
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Make bad moves on AI and face voter backlash, govts warned

The UK government must demonstrate AI benefits to the public to mitigate backlash and concerns over job losses and risks associated with the technology.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Children sell knives like clothes online, MP says

Children are increasingly buying and selling knives online, prompting government action to combat knife crime and exploitation.
Agriculture
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

'If action is not taken, this will escalate' - MEP on potential M50 blockade by hauliers and contractors due to rising fuel costs

Soaring diesel prices threaten food production and the economy, prompting urgent calls for government action to address the crisis.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

People more concerned about violence against women than immigration, poll shows

Britons prioritize violence against women and girls over immigration, highlighting a need for government action on this pressing issue.
UK politics
fromReadWrite
2 months ago

Australia gambling reform delay sparks youth harm fears

Public health advocates demand urgent government action on gambling reform to protect young Australians from harm and advertising exposure.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Taxpayers to fund clear-up of huge illegal waste dumps

Three major illegal rubbish dumps in England will be cleaned up at taxpayer expense as part of a national waste crime action plan.
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#climate-change
from48 hills
9 months ago
Environment

OPINION: San Francisco needs to take disaster warning a lot more seriously - 48 hills

from48 hills
9 months ago
Environment

OPINION: San Francisco needs to take disaster warning a lot more seriously - 48 hills

more#climate-change
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
10 months ago

Follow Haughey's example to get around planning blockages, says former Fianna Fail minister

Government should emulate Charles Haughey to overcome planning obstacles and hasten housing delivery.
Social justice
fromIrish Independent
10 months ago

'I'm afraid for my children' - Hundreds attend anti-racism protest outside the Dail following brutal attack in Tallaght

Protest organized by Ireland's migrant community demands government action amid rising violence and fear experienced by immigrants.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 months ago

Families of UK prisoners abroad urge ministers to keep promises to help

Families and lawyers demand government action to secure release of British nationals detained abroad and call for a special envoy to be appointed.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
10 months ago

Government to ban appalling' NDAs in cases of harassment and discrimination

Businesses are set to be banned from imposing non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) on victims of harassment and discrimination under an amendment to the Employment Rights Bill.
US politics
fromBoston.com
10 months ago

'A sigh of relief': State forms group to tackle crumbling foundations

"This has been a sigh of relief for the homeowners," said Sen. Peter Durant, representing the Worcester and Hampshire districts.
Miscellaneous
fromHomebuilding
10 months ago

Urgent COBRA meeting needed as UK homeowners face second heatwave, warn Lib Dems

The Government must convene COBRA to ensure it is not caught flat-footed as temperatures rise. We need urgent coordination to protect lives, keep essential services running, and ensure our NHS isn't overwhelmed.... June 30, 2025
Renovation
fromIrish Independent
11 months ago

The Irish Independent's View: New housing excuses sound remarkably similar to the old ones

Browne's overhaul of Rent Pressure Zones will arguably make the cost of rent worse, initially, in order to increase the supply in the longer run.
UK politics
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