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Drax partners plan major AI datacentre at North Yorkshire power station
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Drax announced a partnership with Brookfield and Radiant to develop an AI datacentre at its North Yorkshire site. The November 2026 report described potential investment exceeding £20bn, against a backdrop of reduced biomass subsidies and scrutiny of the plant’s emissions.
Education
Google links school Search access to AI availability, Guardian reports
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A Guardian callout published on 4 November 2026 reported that schools blocking AI entirely would also lose Google Search access. The item sought US parents’ and teachers’ views, citing a Google executive’s explanation that search and AI were closely integrated.
Education
Guardian seeks accounts of AI-written emails between parents and schools
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A Guardian callout published on 6 November 2026 asked parents and educators how AI-assisted emails were affecting school communication. It sought experiences of changes in tone, quality and ease of communication, rather than presenting findings about their impact.
World
Report says Nvidia board opened inquiry into allegations involving Huang
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A supplied article attributed to BBC News, dated 9 November 2026, reports an Nvidia board inquiry into allegations involving Jensen Huang. It says directors backed his leadership, while key questions about the alleged intelligence connection remained unresolved.
India
Indian workers turn everyday tasks into training data for robotics
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Workers in India are earning extra income by recording haircuts, tailoring and household chores for AI developers. The BBC’s October 2026 report examines how this footage feeds robotics research, alongside questions about consent, pay and the potential automation of jobs.
Science
New Zealand Satellite-Trail Composite Sparks AI Claims and Night-Sky Debate
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Astrophotographer Brendan Larsen combined hundreds of exposures above Mount Taranaki into a striking record of satellite trails. Its viral spread brought accusations of AI generation, alongside discussion about the growing presence of satellites in the night sky.
Technology
Tech shares slide as investors question returns on AI spending
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US technology shares fell for a second session as hefty AI investment plans collided with disappointing earnings and operating figures. Intel and Reddit suffered steep losses, while investors scrutinised whether spending by major technology companies would deliver sufficient returns.
Technology
Debt-heavy AI infrastructure firms face investor scrutiny as shares slide
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Specialist data centre operators supplying major AI developers are facing questions over debt and dependence on big customers. Falling shares and rising borrowing costs have sharpened scrutiny, although some analysts say demand for computing power still outstrips supply.
World
Ranbir Kapoor discusses AI and fatherhood as Ramayana adaptation approaches release
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Ranbir Kapoor leads Ramayana: Rise of a Legend alongside Yash and Sai Pallavi. BBC coverage previews its multilingual release ahead of Diwali and an interview touching on artificial intelligence in cinema and Kapoor’s experience as a new father.