AI agents have hacked databases and taken on a life of their own – now is the time to pause risky research before it is too late, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

There’ll be exhaustion, love tinged with occasional rage, even moments of black humour. But my mum would want me to tell you: don’t be afraid, says Guardian columnist Gaby Hinsliff

Assessment’s finding of a jump in UK productivity emphasises urgent need to appoint a national statistician

He could seem judgmental, even moody. But the whole neighbourhood mourned when this remarkable moggy went to meet his maker

The King has been pleased to approve the following appointments.

Knowsley MP Anneliese Midgley was one of the key figures behind the successful Makerfield campaign - but what is her background and what role could she play in a Burnham administration?

Teachers call for schools to be urgently adapted for hot weather amid reports of nausea, fainting and heatstroke

Body of former MP, 78, found with serious injuries at her Dartmoor home on Thursday morning

From the hit film Obsession to a raft of zeitgeist novels, men who think they are sensitive are causing a world of pain. What does it say about us today?

Exclusive: Latest Guardian revelation about gift from cryptocurrency tycoon comes as Reform UK leader forces byelection

The Prime Minister is said to advised the FA to block the move over fears it would give the co-hosts an unfair advantage

No 10 refused demand to immediately remove immigration minister over breach of ministerial code