LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Scope and eligibility The British Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica is seeking innovative proposals, of up to US$10,000, that demonstrate how open data can be utilised to create meaningful impact in Costa Rica. We welcome proposals from legally constituted non-governmental, non-profit, civil society and multilateral organisations based in Costa Rica that have proven experience in public data use, civic technolog...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Applications open today for new ideas to use AI and data to transform how the government works, from tackling benefit fraud to speeding up doctor's appointments and accelerating net zero * Previous winners pitched the use of AI and aerial images to map peatlands, helping preserve vital carbon stores and habitats, with the tech now used across England * Winners receive £50,000 in tech support to take their...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: Basketball is one of the UK's fastest-growing sports, the second-most-popular team sport for young people, behind football, and reaches diverse communities across the country while promoting the importance of a healthy, active lifestyle. The NBA is one of the world's most recognisable brands, reaching far and wide across the UK as demonstrated by the fact that NBA fandom among adults in the country has increased...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: They discussed progress under the UK's Biodiverse Landscapes Fund, including initiatives in the Maya Forest and Trifinio region, and the completion of a UK-funded project supporting indigenous communities in Alta Verapaz. The establishment of the El Gavilan camp in Laguna del Tigre was highlighted as a key step in protecting the Maya Biosphere Reserve. They also explored opportunities linked to the Calakmul Bio...
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: The Civil Service Fast Stream has triumphed at The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers Awards, taking the Number 1 spot ahead of all other graduate schemes across the country. The programme also took home the Best Public Sector Employer title. The ranking is based on research involving more than 15,000 final year students from universities across the UK, and sees the Fast Stream climb from second place last year....
LONDON, Sept. 17 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government co-ordinates safe arrival of severely ill Gazan children in the UK * More patients and their immediate families are expected in the coming weeks * UK continues to push Israel to ensure better protection for healthcare workers and medical infrastructure in Gaza Severely ill children from Gaza requiring urgent medical treatment recently arrived safely in the UK with their immediate families. As part...
LONDON, Sept. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Government sets objectives for how the publicly-owned Great British Energy will drive the expansion of homegrown clean energy - to support skilled jobs, economic growth and help protect British billpayers * Working people and communities will be at the heart of the company's work, with an aim to increase public ownership in clean energy and back British supply chains * Clear vision for the publicly-owned compa...
LONDON, Sept. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: MMOs 16 week consultation, which was extended in response to stakeholder feedback, opened on the 9 June and closes on 29 September 2025. MMO is urging fishers, environmental groups, coastal communities and other marine stakeholders to review the proposals and submit their views before the deadline. The proposed measures would protect approximately 30,000 km² of seabed and include new proh...
LONDON, Sept. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * North East set to become AI powerhouse as an AI Growth Zone - creating potential for more than 5,000 jobs and £30 billion in private investment. * Major project will create new opportunities across the region for careers in AI to help discover new breakthroughs in healthcare, clean energy and beyond. * Comes as world leader in AI infrastructure NVIDIA to join forces with OpenAI and British firm Nscale to ...
LONDON, Sept. 16 -- The government of the United Kingdom issued the following news: * Transatlantic pact to speed up world-leading AI research to help develop new drugs, faster life-saving treatments and improved cancer care * Alliance ushers in golden age of nuclear technology, delivering clean, homegrown energy and unlocking high-paying jobs for the British people * North East set to become new AI Growth Zone - creating potential for more than 5,000 jobs and billions in private investment - a...