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Websites around the world taken down - after AI detects 'critical' flaw

Government and business websites around the world were taken down in a bid to protect organisations after a critical software update was issued over vulnerabilities in programming language.

Cowardly killers who refuse to attend sentencing will face new penalties

Killers who refuse to attend sentence hearings could be confined to their cell for weeks or lose visiting privileges.

Pope Leo's doctors say tests show he needs no further treatment for lung cancer

Pope Leo's doctors say final tissue and molecular tests have confirmed his lung cancer was localised, and no further treatment is needed, the Vatican said in a statement.

Jailed former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson accused of rape inside Parliament - reports

Police are investigating former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson over an allegation that he raped a woman in the Houses of Parliament, the PA news agency reports.

Vital clues could help predict prostate cancer years in advance

Scientists have found clues that could help predict who will develop aggressive prostate cancer many years in advance.

Police given more time to question two men re-arrested in RAF Fairford investigation

Two men who were re-arrested as part of an investigation into a suspected terror plot near RAF Fairford can be held for up to seven days after police were given more time to question them.

Critical incident at NHS trust ends but patients still face 'long waits'

A critical incident at a NHS Trust has ended after the number of people waiting for assessment in A&E "dropped significantly" - but hospital bosses warned patients still face "long waits".

Football regulator to address EFL clubs as quest for deal goes on

The head of English football's watchdog will address the 72 clubs below the top flight on Thursday as the quest for a financial redistribution deal with the Premier League continues.

More arrests made over death of Manchester woman

Three more people have been arrested over the death of Alisha Samuels in Manchester.