Is Farage right to claim that racism allegations are response to a dislike of his politics?

A massive fire broke out at the Wang Fuk Court residential complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong, resulting in at least 44 fatalities and hundreds reported missing. Emergency services are struggling to access upper floors as the fire continues to rage, complicating rescue efforts. Three individuals have reportedly been arrested in connection with the incident.

A new feature on the social media platform X has revealed the geographical locations of popular accounts, leading to significant backlash as many pro-Trump and 'America first' accounts were found to be based outside the United States, particularly in countries like Russia, Nigeria, and India. This transparency initiative, aimed at combating disinformation, has sparked intense debate among users.

A clinical trial has found that a monthly injection of Tezepelumab could enable individuals with severe asthma to reduce or stop their reliance on daily steroid tablets, which are commonly used to manage severe symptoms. This treatment may significantly improve the quality of life for asthmatics who do not respond well to traditional inhalers.

A California prosecutors’ office utilized artificial intelligence to prepare a motion in a criminal case, which led to inaccuracies referred to as 'hallucinations'. District Attorney Jesse Wilson confirmed that the filing contained an incorrect citation and was promptly withdrawn upon discovery of the error.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer has called on Nigel Farage to apologize to former classmates who allege he racially abused them during their time at Dulwich College. This follows testimonies from multiple individuals, including Peter Ettedgui, who described Farage's comments as deeply offensive and reminiscent of Nazi rhetoric.

The European Parliament has passed a resolution calling for a ban on social media use for children under 16, unless permitted by their parents. This decision, made by a significant majority of MEPs, aims to address the increasing concerns regarding the mental health risks associated with unrestricted access to internet platforms for young users.

The UK government, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has introduced a budget that raises taxes to manage debt and support public services, while also downgrading growth forecasts for the coming years. This budget aims to address pressing issues such as National Health Service (NHS) waiting times and the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

HP has announced plans to cut up to 6,000 jobs globally by 2028 as part of a significant restructuring effort aimed at accelerating product development through the adoption of artificial intelligence. This decision follows a lower-than-expected profit outlook for the upcoming year, reflecting ongoing challenges within the company.