Elon Musk's AI venture, xAI, has launched its newest AI model, Grok 3, claiming it outshines top models by competitors such as OpenAI and China's DeepSeek. Based on initial testing, which included math, science, and coding evaluations, Grok 3 showed better performance. "We're really looking forward to showing you Grok 3, which we think is …
Elon Musk’s ambitious $97.4 billion bid to acquire OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has been officially rejected by its board of directors. However, some experts argue that this move may not be a failure from Musk’s perspective. While the bid was unsolicited, it has sparked discussions that could potentially disrupt CEO Sam Altman’s vision for …
The long-awaited proposals for a new electric arc furnace at Tata Steel's Port Talbot plant have been given the go-ahead by the local planning authority. The announcement on Tuesday is a significant step towards the company's shift towards cleaner steel production. At a planning committee meeting of Neath Port Talbot Council, the scheme was given …
Thames Water has been able to win a much-needed £3bn injection of capital following a decisive High Court victory that will see the debt-ridden firm escape state control. It would have fallen into nationalisation on a temporary basis otherwise had it not had the capital infusion, using up all its finances by March end. The …
Machine Head have officially announced their 11th studio album, UNATØNED, along with the release of their new single, UNBØUND. After hinting at a possible April launch, the band confirmed that the full album will drop on April 25, 2025, via Nuclear Blast Records. This new album promises to be a sharp, refined offering from the …
The excitement surrounding Black Sabbath’s “Back To The Beginning” farewell concert just got even bigger. In addition to the iconic original lineup, some huge names have joined the roster for Ozzy Osbourne's final performance with Black Sabbath this summer, making it a must-attend event for rock music lovers worldwide. The unforgettable concert, scheduled for July …
Manic Street Preachers are currently leading the race for this week’s UK Number One album, overtaking Sabrina Carpenter as they push for the top spot. The Welsh band’s latest release, Critical Thinking, is vying for its position as the UK’s chart-topping album. This marks their 15th studio album and follows up 2022’s The Ultra Vivid …
Creator Steven Knight isn’t quite ready to say goodbye to the world of Peaky Blinders just yet. The wildly popular series, which captivated viewers with its gritty portrayal of Birmingham's lawless streets in the 1900s, is heading to Netflix for a highly anticipated feature film that promises to serve as a powerful continuation. However, Knight's …
George Russell is confident that Mercedes will not repeat the same mistakes with its 2025 Formula 1 car, emphasizing that the team's winter development has been more meticulous than ever. Since the introduction of F1’s ground effect regulations in 2022, Mercedes has struggled to regain the dominance it once had. The team battled severe bouncing …
Jannik Sinner's recent three-month suspension has sparked heated debate, but a senior World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) official insists the case is far from a typical doping scandal. The men’s world No. 1 tested positive for clostebol, an anabolic agent, last year, but he maintains it entered his system unintentionally through massages and sports therapy administered …
South Korea has pulled DeepSeek, a highly used AI chatbot created by China, from its app stores over privacy issues. The move, announced by the nation's data protection authority, will prevent users from downloading the app temporarily. Nevertheless, the app will be reinstated once it has been subjected to "improvements and remedies" to bring it …
Thames Water is about to learn whether its proposal to restructure will be endorsed by a High Court judge on Tuesday. The water company, which serves much of England, is in dire financial straits and risks being out of cash by March. Without endorsement of its restructuring plan, it will be put into special administration. …
Ubisoft is about to bring a monumental change to Rainbow Six Siege, one of the most successful tactical shooters in the gaming world. The game, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year, is set to receive its most significant overhaul yet, with the developer announcing that it will be renamed Rainbow Six Siege X. This …
Gmail account holders have been warned about a highly advanced scam that targets their Google accounts and puts them at high risk of their accounts being taken over by hackers. The threatening scheme, which surfaced in May 2024, uses artificial intelligence to deceive the victims and steal their personal information. It even leads to identity …
