Google pulls AI health summaries over 'dangerous' inaccuracies
Google has removed some AI Overviews after a Guardian investigation found they gave false health information, putting users at risk. Experts warn the issue is systemic.
Google has removed some AI Overviews after a Guardian investigation found they gave false health information, putting users at risk. Experts warn the issue is systemic.
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BBC Director General Tim Davie says the broadcaster must remain on X to counter a 'flood' of disinformation from states like China and Russia, despite pressure to quit the platform.
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AI chatbot ChatGPT claims the US invasion of Venezuela is 'misinformation', despite President Trump capturing leader Nicolás Maduro. Read the full story and the AI's startling denial.
Canadian officials warn US health bodies can't be trusted for accurate vaccine info, citing Robert F Kennedy Jr's controversial moves. This comes as measles cases surge and childhood immunisation rates fall in Canada.
A Guardian investigation uncovers false and potentially harmful health information in Google's AI Overviews, putting UK users at serious risk. Experts warn of life-threatening consequences.
Elon Musk's Grok AI admitted lapses in its safety systems led to creating images of 'minors in minimal clothing'. xAI says it is urgently fixing the safeguards.
Hundreds of revellers in Birmingham's Centenary Square were left disappointed after a promised fireworks display failed to materialise for the second year running, following false online claims.
Hundreds of revellers braved the cold for a New Year's Eve fireworks display in Birmingham's Centenary Square that never happened, duped by online misinformation. Discover how fake events strain emergency services.
A new study reveals why 76% of Brits delay going to the loo, and the serious health consequences, from constipation to long-term bowel issues. Listen to your body.
Donald Trump's social media post blaming wind turbines for killing a bald eagle used an 8-year-old photo of a falcon from Israel. Discover the facts behind the viral error.
As wildfires destroyed his LA home, Mel Gibson joined Joe Rogan to dismiss climate science. This 2025 interview exposed dangerous misinformation and stark inequality. Read the full analysis.
A decade-long study reveals that discarding furniture containing flame retardants can halve toxic chemical levels in blood within 1.4 years. Learn how to protect your home's health.
A detailed analysis of Donald Trump's unusual behaviour throughout 2025, from bizarre segues to public sleeping, raising serious questions about his mental fitness as Democrats plan to make it a key election issue.
NHS website data shows a festive spike in searches for alcohol poisoning, burns, and rabies. Get essential health advice to stay safe this Christmas.
For many, Christmas magnifies feelings of isolation. Discover the therapeutic strategies used to combat festive anxiety and build meaningful social connections for future holidays.
A new report reveals 25% of young people in England and Wales turn to AI for therapy, as traditional services buckle under demand. Discover the risks and reasons behind this growing trend.
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol urges inclusion of hair loss treatment in national health insurance, citing mental health impact and high costs. Could this set a global precedent?
A new Gallup poll shows a record low number of Americans rate their mental health as 'good' or 'excellent'. Experts analyse the worrying trend and its causes.
In the wake of the Bondi beach tragedy, AI-generated fakes and false claims spread rapidly online, challenging fact-checking systems and public trust. Discover the alarming details.
Lingerie and health experts advise owning just 9-10 pairs of everyday underwear, replacing them every 6-12 months for optimal intimate health. Learn why less is more.
A new study reveals a dramatic 46% increase in heart attacks and a 218% rise in blood abnormalities after the Palisades and Eaton fires, matching the worst Covid years. Discover the alarming health impacts.
A journalist's own experience with AI-generated content reveals how to sensitively help diaspora elders navigate online misinformation. Learn key strategies for crucial family conversations.
Martin Ready, who believed he was 'evil Jesus', plotted to kill a prosecutor on the dark web. A judge has ordered his indefinite detention in a secure mental health facility. Read the full story.
The WHO reports an intense, early flu season across Europe, driven by a new strain. Vaccination is urged to lower severe illness risk as healthcare systems face pressure.
Academics warn the NHS faces a severe winter unless it adopts pandemic-era measures like better vaccine access, sick pay, and ventilation to curb flu spread.
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