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- 1Three in four UK GPs too busy for in-depth patient talks, survey finds●Three in four UK GPs ‘too busy to talk to their patients in depth’ https://www. theguardian.com/society/2026/s ep/27/thr
A new survey reported by the Guardian finds that around three in four GPs in the United Kingdom say they are too busy to talk with their patients in depth. The findings point to mounting pressure in general practice, with doctors citing workload and time constraints, and are likely to fuel debate over NHS funding, staffing and health policy.
- 2PM Modi urges 'Vocal for Local' during festive season●PM Modi urges ‘Vocal for Local’ during festivals, highlights nutrition
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called on Indians to support 'Vocal for Local' during the festival season, urging people to buy locally made products while also emphasising the importance of good nutrition. The appeal ties consumer choice during upcoming celebrations to strengthening domestic businesses and healthier households, and is drawing attention across Indian news coverage.
- 3Bill Gates Says Trump Is Wrong to Resist AI Safeguards●Bill Gates Says Trump Is Wrong to Hold Out Against AI Safeguards
Bill Gates has publicly criticised Donald Trump's refusal to back safeguards on artificial intelligence, arguing the US should support stronger oversight of the technology. Gates framed the resistance as a mistake at a time when governments worldwide are moving to regulate AI. The remarks add a prominent business voice to the debate over how far Washington should go on AI rules.