Met

Mark Rowley 表示，Zack Polanski 的言論冒著削弱警員面對「危險」嫌疑人信心的風險 根據 Metropolitan police 首長的說法，Green party 黨魁 Zack Polanski 在 Golders Green 刺傷事件後分享了一則批評性的社群媒體貼文，此舉輕率地削弱了警員處理危險人物的信心。 週三，在兩名猶太人在倫敦西北郊區被刺傷後，警員拘捕嫌疑人的過程被拍攝了下來。繼續閱讀...

• Meta 報告 2026 年第一季雲端服務的合約承諾達 1,070 億美元，以推動 AI 模型開發。 • 積極投資包括數據中心擴張，以及 AI 硬體零組件的供應鏈協議。 • 公司預計 2026 年晚些時候將取得 AI 重大突破，並致力於將先進研究成果變現。

Mark Rowley 為週三事件中逮捕嫌疑犯的警員辯護，並呼籲 Green party 領袖展現團結。Metropolitan police 首長表示，Green party 領袖 Zack Polanski 分享一則關於 Golders Green 恐怖襲擊嫌疑犯被捕的貼文將產生「寒蟬效應」。Met 警員在週三於 London 西北郊區發生兩名猶太人遭刺傷事件後，逮捕了一名 45 歲男子。警方表示，該名嫌疑犯被以電擊槍擊中以將其制伏。繼續閱讀...

• 科學家首次在兩個獨立量子點之間，透過 270 公尺的露天空間鏈路成功實現了光子狀態的隱形傳態。 • 該實驗使用了 GPS 同步、超快探測器和湍流穩定技術，狀態保真度達到 82%，超過古典極限達 10 個標準差以上。 • 此里程碑研究發表於 Nature Communications，推動了用於超安全通訊和量子中繼器的量子互聯網發展。

Lambeth council 候選人 Saiqa Ali 和 Sabine Mairey 據信因社群媒體貼文而被拘留。兩名作為 Green party 候選人參加地方選舉的女性，因涉嫌發布反猶太主義的社群媒體貼文而被捕。這兩名在 London 南部 Lambeth council 競選席位的女性，於週四上午被 Metropolitan police 逮捕。繼續閱讀...

• 隨著美以對伊朗戰爭期間荷姆茲海峽的封鎖衝擊能源市場，汽油價格已飆升至每加侖 4 美元以上，機票價格亦大幅上漲，削弱了川普的關鍵政治優勢。 • 超過四分之三的登記選民（包括過半的共和黨人和 82% 的中間選民）現在將影響燃料、雜貨、住房和醫療保健的生活成本危機歸咎於川普。 • 在政府停擺、關稅政策以及美以聯手襲擊伊朗後，川普第二任期的支持率下降速度遠快於歷任總統，聯準會主席 Jerome Powell 更警告戰爭正加劇通貨膨脹。

結果顯示放射性示蹤劑 maraciclatide 可以在掃描中「點亮」病灶，並減少對侵入性探查手術的需求 一項針對子宮內膜異位症的非侵入性掃描在試驗中顯示出正面的結果，提升了大幅縮短診斷時間的希望。該項試驗包含 19 名患有此病症的女性，結果顯示一種名為 maraciclatide 的實驗性放射性示蹤劑，可以在掃描影像中「點亮」子宮內膜異位症。目前對手術探查的需求被視為及時診斷的主要障礙，英格蘭的女性通常需等待將近十年。繼續閱讀...

• 澳大利亞刑事情報委員會 (Acic) 的數據顯示，古柯鹼的使用量也達到創紀錄的高點。 • 最新廢水監測顯示，澳大利亞在過去十年中甲基苯丙胺的使用量幾乎翻倍，且興奮劑的使用率處於歷史最高水平。 • 澳大利亞刑事情報委員會 (Acic) 週三晚上發布了最新年度報告，該報告對 2024 年 8 月至 2025 年間全國 64 個處理廠的廢水樣本進行了測試。

歐盟委員會表示，該科技公司缺乏有效措施來阻止 13 歲以下兒童使用 Facebook 和 Instagram。Meta 因未能防止 13 歲以下兒童使用其 Facebook 和 Instagram 平台，而被判定違反歐盟法律。歐盟委員會於週三發佈了一項為期近兩年調查的初步結果，指出 Meta 並未採取有效措施來阻止 13 歲以下兒童接觸其服務。閱讀更多...

Meta, which owns Facebook, acquired Manus in December 2025 for more than US$2 billion in a bid to boost its capabilities in AI agents.

Meta said Monday that the transaction "complied fully with applicable law" and that it anticipates "an appropriate resolution to the inquiry."(Image credit: Jeff Chiu/AP)

Scotland Yard says incident in area that is home to large Jewish community is not being treated as terrorism Police said on Tuesday they were investigating a suspected arson attack at a memorial wall in a north London area that is home to a large Jewish community.London’s Metropolitan police said the investigation was being led by counter-terrorism policing, though it was not being treated as a terrorist incident. No arrests have yet been made and the memorial wall was not damaged. Continue reading...

Government’s draft news bargaining incentive scheme includes 2.25% levy on local revenues of digital giantsAnthony Albanese has urged Google, Meta and TikTok to make deals with Australian media outlets to avoid a dedicated 2.25% levy on local revenues, warning digital giants should not be able to exploit the work of journalists to boost profits.Releasing an exposure draft for the government’s news bargaining incentive (NBI) scheme on Tuesday, the prime minister said platforms who sign new deals with publishers to pay for news content would receive offsets of between 150% to 170% from the new levy. Continue reading...

• China's National Development and Reform Commission prohibited Meta's acquisition of Singapore-based AI startup Manus on April 27, 2026, requiring all parties to withdraw. • Manus, with Chinese roots, was targeted in a security review of foreign investment despite Meta's compliance claims from its California headquarters. • The decision heightens US-China tech tensions, impacting Meta's AI expansion and cross-border M&A in semiconductors and intelligence tools.

Met says AI software unearthed rule-breaking ranging from work-from-home violations to suspected corruptionThe Metropolitan police have launched investigations into hundreds of officers after using an AI tool built by the controversial tech company Palantir to root out rogue cops.The software was deployed by the Met over the course of a week, snooping on staff members using data the force has ready access to, unearthing rule-breaking ranging from work-from-home violations to suspected corruption and even criminal allegations such as rape. Continue reading...

• The New York Mets defeated the Minnesota Twins with a clutch performance from newcomer Bichette, who delivered a critical double in the game. • Bichette's timely hit proved to be the decisive moment in the Mets' victory, marking an impressive debut impact for the recent acquisition. • The win showcases the Mets' offensive depth and ability to capitalize on key moments late in games.

Meta to lay off 10% of its staff and Microsoft to offer retirement to 7% of US workforce. Plus, Iron Maiden at 50Good morning.Meta and Microsoft are cutting thousands of employees as they bet big on AI and executives claim that the technology is meeting productivity needs.What have they said about AI? Mark Zuckerberg said in January that AI was making some hiring unnecessary. Mustafa Suleyman, Microsoft’s AI chief, said in February that he believed AI would be able to replace most white-collar work within the next 12 to 18 months.How many tech layoffs have there been in 2026? In four months, more than 92,000 employees in the industry have lost their jobs, according to the tracker Layoffs.fyi. But some experts believe companies may be “AI washing” – using it as cover for a slowing labor market and demand or rising costs. Continue reading...

Six women who stayed in flats in capital have since accused disgraced financier of sexually abusing them, says BBCJeffrey Epstein housed some of his alleged abuse victims in flats in London after police in the UK decided against investigating him, according to reports.The BBC said it had uncovered evidence of four flats in Kensington and Chelsea in receipts, emails and bank records contained within the Epstein files. Six women who stayed in the properties have since accused the late financier of sexually abusing them, the broadcaster said. Continue reading...

The department of justice has refused to hand over key evidence from the Jeffrey Epstein files and could delay Scotland Yard’s criminal inquiry.Good morning. The UK criminal investigation into Peter Mandelson has reportedly ground to a halt after the US justice department refused to hand over evidence contained in the Epstein files.The documents relate to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, which Scotland Yard believes could hold key evidence related to Mandelson, who served as business secretary and US ambassador. While the Met has asked for voluntary disclosure, the US department of justice is insisting on a Mutual Legal Assistance (MLA) request, a legal back and forth between countries to obtain evidence, the Telegraph has reported. Continue reading...

• The New York Mets snapped a 12-game losing streak Wednesday night with a 3-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins at Citi Field, ending their two-week-long skid when Luke Weaver struck out Byron Buxton for the final out. • Shortstop Francisco Lindor was removed from the game with left calf tightness after scoring from first base in the fourth inning and will undergo an MRI to determine the extent of the injury. • The victory marks a crucial turnaround for the struggling Mets, who had not won since early April and faced mounting pressure during their extended drought.

Consumer confidence hit its lowest level since October 2023 this month, with surveys showing the cost pressures companies are facingConfidence in the UK economy has fallen sharply amid the mounting economic fallout from the Iran war, surveys show, as businesses prepare to raise their prices and consumers brace for a fresh cost of living shock.Highlighting the knock-on impact of the Middle East crisis in Britain, several closely-watched surveys of business activity and consumer confidence blamed the ongoing US-Israeli war on Iran for a marked deterioration in the outlook in April. Continue reading...

• The New York Mets lost their 12th consecutive game following Devin Williams' struggles in the ninth inning, allowing two runs in a defeat highlighted on SNY's Post Game Live. • Gary Apple and Todd Zeile reacted to Williams' performance costing the team, amid ongoing woes for the squad covering New York sports. • Juan Soto returned to the lineup on Wednesday, providing a potential boost as Mets seek to end their skid in MLB action.

Exclusive: Internal concerns over allowing US firm linked to ICE and Israeli military to process highly sensitive data The Metropolitan police has held talks with Palantir that could lead to the London force buying the US spy-tech company’s AI technology to automate intelligence analysis for criminal investigations, the Guardian has learned.Palantir, whose software is used by Donald Trump’s ICE immigration enforcement programme and the Israeli military, demonstrated its systems to senior officers in the intelligence division at the UK’s largest police force last month. Intelligence staff have been tasked with finding intelligence systems that AI could automate to increase productivity. Continue reading...

• The New York Mets lost 2-1 in extra innings to the Chicago Cubs, extending their losing streak to 11 games, matching their longest skid since 2004. • The defeat capped a winless 0-6 road trip for the Mets, who have not lost 12 straight since 2002. • Despite the struggles, Mets players emphasized they are still 'fighting for each other' amid the mounting losses.

The former ballet dancer said Chalamet’s comments were ‘reckless’ in an interview with the New York Times in which she also discussed her violent childhoodActor and former ballet dancer Charlize Theron has joined the chorus of disapproval aimed at Timothée Chalamet over his remarks that appeared to disrespect performers of ballet and opera.In an interview with the New York Times, Theron said: “Oh, boy, I hope I run into him one day,” adding: “That was a very reckless comment on two art forms that we need to lift up constantly because, yes, they do have a hard time. But in 10 years, AI is going to be able to do Timothée’s job, but it will not be able to replace a person on a stage dancing live.” Continue reading...

• Scale AI raised $2.5 billion in fresh funding on April 19, 2026, at a $15 billion valuation, backed by Meta and Tiger Global. • Capital expands US data annotation workforce to 50,000, focusing on synthetic data for autonomous vehicles and LLMs. • Funding counters labor-intensive bottlenecks in AI training, vital for US competitiveness.

• Meta released Llama 4 on April 20, 2026, a 2 trillion parameter multimodal AI model trained on 15 petabytes of US-centric data. • The model outperforms GPT-4o on benchmarks like MMLU (92% score) and supports vision-language tasks for enterprise apps. • Open-sourcing aims to spur US AI innovation, with downloads exceeding 500,000 in first hours via Hugging Face.

First recorded in 687BC, the meteoroids were once part of the tail of a comet discovered in 1861This week, the annual Lyrid meteor shower returns to the spring skies. Although active since 16 April, the shower peaks during the late evening of Wednesday 22 April and early the next morning.The chart shows the view looking east from London at 00.01 (BST) on Thursday 23 April. The origin point of the meteors, known as the radiant, is labelled Lyrids. It sits in the constellation of Lyra, the Lyre, close to the bright star of Vega. Continue reading...