Greater Manchester Police and Greater Manchester Fire and Rescue Service attended the incident in Moss Bank Way at around 9.20pm.

The incident involved a black SUV, with an eyewitness account also confirming that the ambulance service was at the scene.

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed that two vehicles were involved in the incident, with the drivers not sustaining any injuries.

The collision shut the road at the junction with Crompton Way, opposite the ASDA Superstore.

North Yorkshire Police said officers were called to a property on Stockton Lane at 2.49am on Tuesday, September 15, following a report from the resident.

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A force spokesperson said the man made off immediately on being discovered.

“It is believed the intruder gained entry via an insecure door to the property, and we are warning residents to remain vigilant and ensure they secure doors and windows overnight,” the police spokesperson added.

A North Yorkshire Police description of the man is a white male, short, in his forties, with balding dark hair, clean shaven and wearing a dark top and trousers.

Anyone with information is asked to contact DC Sarah Scott at sarah.scott@northyorkshire.police.uk or call 101, quoting incident reference 12260181024.

“The development of AI – its substance and its pace – are both intriguing and deeply concerning in equal measure.”

The King will seek reassurance from tech bosses at a summit at Dumfries House amid concerns about the future of artificial intelligence which risks being overshadowed by claims made in a memoir written by the late Diana, Princess of Wales’s brother.

Charles will address bosses from some of the world’s leading AI developers – Nvidia, Anthropic and OpenAI – and he is expected to say the new technology should be in the “service of humanity, community and the natural world”.

The event comes as an excerpt from a new book called Swan Song, about Diana, Princess of Wales written by her brother Earl Spencer, was published by the Daily Mail claiming that after her death in 1997 the King said “rest assured, we’ll forget her soon enough”.

Buckingham Palace pushed back against the claim, with a spokesman saying Charles is “mindful that the pain of fraternal grief can cloud reason”.

Doomsday warnings have been levelled at AI, seen by some as a threat to the existence of humanity, sparking a debate among industry leaders over how best to rein in the technology before it could escape human control.

Before talks begin later on Thursday, on whether principles can be developed to guide future applications of AI, as both a tool and an aid to the flourishing of people and the planet, Charles will deliver opening remarks to the delegates.

He is expected to say at the event being held at Dumfries House, near Cumnock, home to the King’s Foundation: “The development of AI – its substance and its pace – are both intriguing and deeply concerning in equal measure.”

The King will also comment: “Those in our world who value our humanity and its vital moral component are anxiously seeking your reassurance that we will not lose control of our destiny.”

Anthropic researcher Evan Hubinger sparked headlines around the world when he warned last week he believed there was a greater than 10% chance AI could pose a species-ending risk within 10 years.

Over the weekend, Elon Musk, the chief executive of SpaceX, and OpenAI leader Sam Altman backed a call from Dario Amodei, the boss of Anthropic, for the AI industry to “slow down” to give safety measures time to catch up.

Mr Amodei wrote in an essay that he was concerned about AI “advancing drastically faster” since the summer and that the technology could be capable of taking over the entire internet.

Charles is expected to say: “The decisions taken at this formative time will shape the world inherited by future generations.

“And so, the task before you is not merely to advance technology, but to ensure that it remains firmly in the service of humanity, community and the natural world.”

The King will also comment “our humanity must remain sacred”.

Nvidia chief executive Jensen Huang, Google DeepMind founder Sir Demis Hassabis and chairman and chief executive of IonQ Niccolo de Masi are among those attending, according to reports.

Paolo Benanti, who is an adviser to the Pope on issues of AI and technology ethics, will also reportedly be at the summit.

Charles will ask guests to consider how to harness the benefits of AI with safety at its heart and how they can build international co-operation and consensus to achieve this, so no nation is left behind and the future of mankind is protected.

The event will be overseen by the Ditchley Foundation, an organisation that brings leaders with diverse views together to address complex challenges, which has drawn up a draft charter for AI leaders.

According to reports, the charter is understood to include a “shared set of principles” that would “help guide the future application of AI, not merely as a driver of capability and efficiency, but as a tool that upholds human dignity and contributes to the flourishing of both people and the planet”.

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The summer window has been and gone, but Premier League clubs remain active in the transfer market with Arsenal, Chelsea, Manchester United, Liverpool and Tottenham still exploring potential deals ahead of January. Arsenal are believed to be closing in on the signing of Vincent Joseph – a young striker from Liverpool – and remain interested in Kenan Yildiz and Eli Junior Kroupi, amid shock links Rio Ngumoha.

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BBC Morning Live’s Rav Wilding has warned of WhatsApp username fraud risks because of the new rule and what to avoid

A BBC security expert has highlighted a significant change coming to WhatsApp users, warning that it could pose a considerable risk. WhatsApp is introducing a feature that will allow people to communicate without needing to disclose their phone number, instead exchanging unique usernames.

However, former detective Rav Wilding cautioned that this could leave people vulnerable by sharing keywords linked to their identity, potentially enabling fraudsters to impersonate them. Appearing on BBC Morning Live, he said: “This is about a rollout that’s coming out to users of WhatsApp where you can actually have a username rather than give out your number. So it could be unique to you a bit like an email address but you give that out.

“The problem that I could potentially see with this, though, is that scammers could use a username which is very similar to a business name, for example, perhaps with a few changes, such as an underscore or swapping an I for a number one or something, and they could use that in order to try and defraud people.

“So it’s just a bit of a word of warning when this is rolled out. Treat it like an email address. Like we say on Morning Live all the time, just really make sure it’s genuine before you react to anything you’ve been sent.”

WhatsApp confirmed the feature is being rolled out globally to the platform’s three billion account holders. The company added that users would be able to remove or change their usernames at any time.

Once fully rolled out, WhatsApp users will be able to connect with one another simply by exchanging usernames. Options to block or report unwanted messages will remain in place.

Usernames are capped at 35 characters and restrictions will be minimal, with the exception of certain high-profile officials and celebrities, whose names will not be made available for others to use.

Alice Newton-Rex, WhatsApp’s head of product, said she had heard from users that they didn’t always want to share their phone numbers in order to be in contact with others, particularly in group chats.

She added that she hoped the feature would “give users control over how they choose to show up” on the app.

According to Meta, users will receive a notification once their username has been activated. Those wishing to secure a username on WhatsApp can do so through their account or profile settings within the app.

The option to reserve a username will appear once it becomes available, though this cannot be done via WhatsApp Web or Desktop.

Meta has confirmed that creators, small businesses and organisations will have the opportunity to claim the same username they use on Instagram or Facebook, ensuring consistency across platforms.

However, anyone else wishing to align their WhatsApp username with those held on other Meta platforms will need to link it to their existing accounts through Accounts Centre. Carisa Veliz, a professor at Oxford University and author of Privacy is Power, has remarked: “It is a good feature, but even if it does offer more privacy, remember WhatsApp is not a privacy-friendly app overall.

“It collects much metadata about users for marketing purposes.

“We have to remember that WhatsApp is owned by Meta – one of the tech companies with the worst track records when it comes to privacy.”

Pupils watched on as the headteacher of the primary school in the North West was taken off in an ambulance

A headteacher of a North West primary school was rushed to hospital after suffering a suspected heart attack during an Ofsted inspection.

Sarah McFarlane, who leads Chapelhill Primary School in Moreton, Wirral, became unwell on Wednesday morning (September 16). The medical emergency happened on the second day of an Ofsted inspection at the school.

Worried pupils watched on as she was taken off in an ambulance. Following the headteacher falling ill, the inspection by the education regulator was suspended, reports the Liverpool Echo.

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The school, which forms part of the Leading Learners Trust, released a statement to parents and children regarding the incident. Trust leaders confirmed that Ms McFarlane was making good progress in hospital.

The message, issued by trust leaders Yvonne Brown and Sam Quigley, said: “We just wanted to write to you all to update you on our brilliant headteacher, Mrs McFarlane, and the Ofsted inspection. As many of you have already heard, Mrs McFarlane was taken ill at the start of the second morning of the inspection.

“She left the school in an ambulance, and is now being treated in a local hospital for a suspected heart attack. We have passed on the significant number of good wishes we have received for Mrs McFarlane. She is receiving lots of care and, from our early understanding, things are looking positive.”

The message said that several pupils witnessed Ms McFarlane departing the premises by ambulance. School leaders stated they had been doing ‘all they can to reassure them throughout the day’. The message went on: “However, we are conscious that there might be questions at home tonight – which is why we wanted to let you as much as we are able at this stage.”

The announcement went on to say: “The Ofsted inspection has also been paused. Whilst it was understandably challenging, the comments from parents and the children were both uplifting and heartening.”

It concluded: “We will keep you updated, and your thoughts and well wishes are hugely appreciated.”

An Ofsted representative commented: “Our thoughts are with Mrs McFarlane and the school community. We wish Mrs McFarlane a speedy recovery.”

They added: “We began an inspection of Chapelhill primary school yesterday. Upon hearing the news this morning, we immediately paused the inspection.”

Participants are challenged to dodge the undead as they race through the dark.

Haigh Woodland Park, near Wigan, will host the “Night of the Undead” on Saturday, October 24, with runners, joggers and walkers invited to take on a spooky 5km course through woodland trails and park drives.

The over-18s event will see participants navigate two and a half laps of mixed terrain while attempting to protect three “lifelines” attached to their belts.

Actors dressed as zombies will be stationed in “infected zones” along the route, trying to snatch the flags as competitors make their way to the finish line.

Those who cross the line with at least one lifeline remaining will earn the title of “Survivor”.

Anyone who loses all three flags will be classed as “Infected”.

Organisers say the event is believed to be Wigan’s first dedicated zombie run and are promising a Halloween experience unlike anything previously held at the park.

All participants will receive manual race timing and an exclusive glow-in-the-dark finisher’s medal.

People who do not wish to take part in the run itself can still join the action by signing up to become part of the “Zombie Horde”.

Haigh Woodland Park, often known as Haigh Country Park, is a popular attraction just a short journey from Bolton and is home to around 250 acres of woodland, parkland and trails.

The event is due to begin at 6pm, with tickets now on sale through the organisers.

Tickets and further information are available online through the event organisers at https://www.nightoftheundead.co.uk/

A post from Haigh Woodland Park said: “Think you have what it takes to survive?

“Take on a thrilling 5km woodland course, dodge the Undead, protect your lifelines and battle your way to the finish line before the zombie apocalypse takes over.”

Stephen Cottrell will visit the Diocese of Sodor and Man from Friday, September 25, to Sunday, September 27, walking around 25 miles with Bishop Patricia Hillas and others as part of Faith in the North’s pilgrimage programme across the Province.

Archbishop Cottrell said: “There is massive interest in pilgrimage at the moment.

“I think it’s because in a fast-moving world in thrall to things shiny and new, many of us are looking for something slower and tested by time.

“Pilgrimage can’t be hurried. It doesn’t happen on a screen.

“It takes the time it takes.”

The pilgrimage will follow routes from the Sound Café to Cregneash, parts of the Triskelion Way and the route from Ramsey to Maughold.

There will be evening prayer on Friday and Saturday, followed by a special service at Cathedral Isle of Man in Peel at 10.30am on Sunday, where Archbishop Cottrell will preach and preside.

A drop-in reflection event will also be held at St Andrew’s URC Church on Saturday.

Concerns regarding safe staffing levels, appropriate training and policies at a mental health unit for children were raised in a report in the months prior to the death of a West Belfast teenager.

The second day of the inquest into the death of Annaleece McAlorum took place on Wednesday, September 16, at Banbridge Courthouse. She passed away on April 8, 2022, and had been receiving treatment at the Beechcroft Unit in South Belfast in the days prior to this.

In the afternoon session, Dr Sarah McGivern, Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, gave evidence and said she had worked with Annaleece for a number of years prior to her admission to the unit in March 2022. She said she was aware of the teenager’s history of self-harm, trauma and complex needs, with her saying she also had a “turbulent homelife” and had been living in a children’s home at the time of her admission.

She said Annaleece’s behaviour and moods could be unpredictable with “rapid emotional shifts” with moods that were either elevated or depressed. Dr McGivern said this made care for Annaleece challenging but her behaviour was similar to that of other patients at the unit.

Dr McGivern said Annaleece had been anxious about the prospect of moving from children’s to adult mental health services, along with her future accommodation, as she would have to leave the children’s home when she turned 18. However, she was aware Annaleece was going to be getting news regarding her next steps in the coming days.

The doctor said she was made aware of an incident on April 4 where Annaleece had snatched medication from a nurse, which prompted a search of her room the following day. The hearing heard Annaleece was upset about this but was cooperative with staff.

Dr McGivern had her last formal discussion with Annaleece later that day on April 5, where Annaleece told her that she had batteries hidden but was “calm, pleasant and future orientated”.

The doctor was asked why Annaleece was kept on general observation, where she would be checked by staff every 15 minutes, following the admission about the batteries and the medication incident instead of moving to 1-1 observation. She said that despite these incidents, Annaleece’s wider behaviour did not lead to increased concern as she was engaging with staff and exhibited high-risk behaviour openly in front of them in the past.

The doctor said Annaleece has been deemed a high risk of self-harm or suicide throughout her admission on the ward in risk assessments.

Dr McGivern was also asked about a RQIA report that was released following an inspection in March 2021 which raised significant concerns regarding the Beechcroft Unit. This noted concerns about staffing levels, staff training and knowledge, restraint practices and unit policies.

The doctor told the hearing that at the time of Annaleece’s admission in 2022, she did not have any concerns regarding staff levels or their training.

She was asked if there was anything she would have done differently with regards to Annaleece’s care on April 5 and she said she would not. Dr McGivern was also asked if she believed Annaleece intended to take her own life and she said she could not say what her intention was.

With regards to Annaleece’s observations, Dr McGivern was asked if someone with experience of the mental health unit would be able to know the times they are likely to be checked on every 15 minutes, which would give them a window to harm themselves.

She said this could be the case and it is now policy on the ward to constantly change checking times during general observation.

The hearing continues.

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