Microsoft is set to inject $1.5 billion into Abu Dhabi's G42, an artificial intelligence organization that has been scrutinized for its connections to China.
"Thriller Jackdaw highlights the North East as a filming location. The debut film of director Jamie Childs, shot in County Durham, showcases the scenic beauty of the region."
North East busking duo Jenna Cole and Olivia Irwin, known for their performances in north-east England, emerged as the winners of the 12th series of The Voice, securing a recording contract.
President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit Israel on Wednesday, as announced by Secretary of State Antony Blinken during a press conference at the U.S. Embassy in Tel Aviv.
The UK is set to deploy two Royal Navy ships and surveillance aircraft to the eastern Mediterranean to enhance security measures, according to No 10. This decision comes in the wake of six days of violence that ensued following a surprise attack on Israel by Hamas.