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Anthropic details how criminals and scientists misuse its AI for cyberattacks and surveillance
Anthropic has published a 154-page threat intelligence report detailing how criminals, state-sponsored groups, spyware vendors, scientists and propagandists have attempted to misuse its AI models, including for weapons design, biological research, cyberattacks and surveillance of dissidents. The company said it was disclosing the cases out of a sense of responsibility, describing them not as typical…
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The Daily Debate: Will Labour’s new tourist tax make you less likely to take holidays in Britain?
The Daily Mail’s “Daily Debate” feature asks readers whether Labour’s new “tourist tax”, championed by regional mayors including Greater Manchester’s Andy Burnham, will discourage them from holidaying in Britain. The levy has been welcomed by Labour mayors as a boost to local finances, but the hospitality industry has warned it could trigger a jobs “catastrophe”,…
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Thrive Capital led VCs into pro sports ownership; Collaborative Fund just upped that play
Collaborative Fund, a New York venture firm with roughly $1 billion under management, is taking a stake in Major League Soccer club D.C. United and its stadium, Audi Field. The move makes it the latest, and smallest, venture firm to follow Thrive Capital into professional sports ownership, a trend that has seen venture money move…
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Georgia police sergeant who celebrated promotion one month ago resigns in shame as she’s arrested for child cruelty charges
Shada Canzater, a 35-year-old sergeant with the Hapeville Police Department near Atlanta, has resigned after being arrested on child cruelty charges, just a month after her promotion was publicly celebrated. She was taken into custody on 31 August by deputies from the Houston County Sheriff’s Office and now faces charges of first-degree cruelty to children,…
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Fenerbahce coach resigns after draw with Roma – but president insists he will stay
Fenerbahce’s head coach, Ismail Kartal, announced his resignation after his side drew 1-1 at home with Roma in the Champions League on Thursday, only for club president Aziz Yildirim to declare minutes later that Kartal would remain in the role. The episode highlights the mounting pressure on Kartal, who has struggled to arrest a poor…
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Regional mayors gain power to impose uncapped visitor levy on holidays
Andy Burnham, in his role overseeing devolution policy for the Government, has approved plans allowing England’s regional mayors to impose an uncapped “overnight visitor levy” on hotel, B&B and holiday let stays, prompting accusations from the Conservatives and business groups that ministers are burdening struggling families with another tax rise. Critics argue the levy, expected…
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Noah Kahan Will Perform This Classic Song During ‘In Memoriam’ Spot at 2026 Emmy Awards
Noah Kahan will perform Simon & Garfunkel’s “Bridge Over Troubled Water” during the “in memoriam” segment of the 2026 Primetime Emmy Awards, to be held on Monday 14 September at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. The choice is notable given the song’s stature as a classic tribute anthem and Kahan’s rising profile ahead of…
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The Deals: Reservoir’s PopIndia Acquires Vincey Productions Catalog; A State of Trance Extends Insomniac Partnership
Reservoir Media’s Indian subsidiary PopIndia has struck two deals: acquiring the compositions, masters and YouTube channels of Chennai-based Vincey Productions, and signing a publishing agreement with hip-hop producer Rajvir Singh (30KEY!) for his future work. The moves extend Reservoir’s push into India’s regional music market, spanning both established devotional catalogues and emerging urban artists, while…
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Comedian declares Jerry Seinfeld ‘uncancellable’ despite ‘woke’ anti-Israel festival boycott
Several performers have withdrawn from the inaugural MEO Comédia à La Carte Fest in Lisbon, which is headlined by comedian Jerry Seinfeld and due to run from 29 October to 1 November. Some acts explicitly cited objections to Seinfeld’s outspoken support for Israel amid the Gaza conflict, while others gave no public reason for leaving…
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3 Hall of Fame Rockers From the 2000s Whose First Bands Never Got Famous
Rock’s biggest names of the 2000s often started in obscure bands before finding fame, and this article highlights three Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees who honed their craft in largely forgotten early groups. It’s a reminder that even the most influential figures in modern rock served lengthy apprenticeships before achieving recognition, often changing…