OpenAI starts ChatGPT rollout of GPT-6 and interactive answers
GPT-6 brings OpenAI's Intelligent UI to the ChatGPT Chat tab, with paid tiers included from October 7 and Free and Go from October 8. Evidence of how well the new interfaces work for...
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EU trade chief heads to Beijing as hybrid car imports sharpen China talks
Maroš Šefčovič is due to meet China’s commerce minister on Thursday and Friday. Brussels wants progress on its trade deficit and rising vehicle imports before EU leaders meet...
Wrexham Kop expansion approved as councillors examine matchday parking
The club can add up to 2,250 seats to its planned stand, taking Kop capacity to 7,750. A residents’ parking scheme remains under examination.
Equinor warns UK investment at risk as Rosebank and Jackdaw await consent
Equinor’s chief executive says rejecting the fields could affect future investment. Rosebank’s operator forecasts £8.5 billion in spending, but that does not establish savings...
David Silva comes out of retirement to join Hong Kong club Supreme Sha Tin
The 40-year-old former Manchester City and Spain midfielder has joined the newly promoted club, but his first appearance depends on his arrival, fitness assessment and training.
Scarlets face uncertain future as WRU plans one west Wales rugby licence
The Welsh Rugby Union plans three men’s professional teams from 2028/29, leaving Scarlets and Ospreys waiting for a decision on the single west Wales licence.
NASA announces heliophysics proposal opportunity with November deadline
The call covers sounding rockets, high-altitude balloons and CubeSats, with separate requirements for scientific investigations and technology demonstrations.
Brendan Venter calls Prem Rugby’s media demands ‘autocratic’ after reported Saracens fine
Saracens’ technical director says he wants attention on the team and head coach Joe Shaw, while the club says Venter still has significant media duties.
Metropolitan Police set London march conditions as Jewish groups held anniversary vigil
Police prescribed a route and end time for a student march on 7 October. British Jewish organisations gathered for a vigil near Downing Street, while police reported arrests at...
NASA sets Oct. 9 departure for Cygnus XL cargo spacecraft
The CRS-24 spacecraft is scheduled to leave the International Space Station after delivering more than 11,000 pounds of cargo. Its departure and re-entry have yet to take place.
Radisson reports higher booking conversion from ChatGPT hotel app
An OpenAI case study reports conversion roughly 1.5 times Radisson’s organic-search rate, but provides no sample sizes or controlled comparison to explain the advantage.
Aryna Sabalenka’s Beijing return: feeling ‘fresh’ after losing No. 1
Sabalenka says she began feeling stronger at the US Open. Her China Open return follows a ranking change that Elena Rybakina secured before their New York final.
UK average diesel price crosses £2 a litre for the first time
The RAC recorded a UK average of 200.01p a litre on 2 October, raising costs for drivers and businesses as ministers sought to reassure the public about fuel supplies.
Anthony Gordon strengthens claim to England’s left-wing role after two Nations League goals
The Barcelona winger scored against Spain and Czechia, drawing praise from Thomas Tuchel while England’s competition for places remains open.
UK sets out human rights priorities at UN Third Committee, from Gaza to civic freedoms
In an address delivered on 1 October and published the next day, the UK called for civilian protection, independent scrutiny and accountability across several crises.
Flydubai cockpit assault prompts UAE inquiry and flight security questions
Saudi authorities say a co-pilot assaulted the captain before Flight FZ1073 landed in Saudi Arabia. Investigators have yet to establish a motive.
UK asks UN whether sexual violence in Russian detention is systemic
At a UN Human Rights Council dialogue on Ukraine, the UK cited accounts of sexual violence against prisoners and civilians and asked the High Commissioner how to assess the...
UK diesel price reaches record £2 a litre as government says supplies are robust
The RAC puts the UK average at 200.01p a litre. Drivers face higher filling costs while ministers discuss fuel stocks and say there is no immediate shortage.