Data centres use a lot of energy. We should ask whether the intended use justifies the local and environmental impact. Being honest, we should also acknowledge that what we say on social media is hosted by a data centre (W Social is hosted by UpCloud in Finland). novaramedia.com/2026/08/03/l...

Labour Forces Through London Data Centre Amid Worst Drought in Decades

Andy Burnham’s government has approved a new data centre near London’s Brick Lane despite widespread local opposition, even as the city suffers its worst drought in decades.

novaramedia.com

The data available externally thanks to the AT protocol can have weird search consequences. I did a Google search for my W handle and it almost got it right, but merged the information about somebody I follow on Bluesky with mine. To be fair to Google, I've reported the mistake so they can fix it.

If the US hasn't done its homework (again) then it could sneak a look at the EU legal framework. Software does not go rogue. It does what it was built and configured to do, however surprising that may be. Agents do not learn how to perform a cyberattack unless they are taught.

AFP News Agency@en.afp.com · 3d ago

When rogue AI launches a cyberattack, who is legally responsible? u.afp.com/SHoo

Preston has held the UK rainfall record for the most rain in 5 minutes since August 1893. Prolonged dry weather is unusual. Despite the bit of rain we had last week, the Ribble is still low enough that the herons could probably walk across it without getting their knees wet. #Preston

Are cars more flammable than they used to be, or is it just that the incidents are more likely to get reported? The DVSA is rolling out changes to improve the integrity of vehicle testing, including taking photos, so it would be useful to know how often cars are burning due to poor maintenance.

Blog Preston@blogpreston.co.uk · 4d ago

There's major delays continuing to build on the M6 just to the south of Preston as firefighters tackle a car fire

Congratulations to Bev Craig on becoming Mayor of Greater Manchester. It's a tough job. Hopefully, the support of a Prime Minister who's done it will be a net positive. Useful progress for the Green Party, and a base for future elections for Geraldine and other Green councillors in the region.

If I get a dog, teach it how to use the train and reward it with ice cream, then feign shock and surprise when it escapes and goes on a day trip to Blackpool, will the stock market give me loads of money too? #AI #cybersecurity #sandbox

I'm not entirely sure what I just joined, or why the verification process is so convoluted, but here I am. They may have taken my EU passport but at least I can still get an EU social media handle 🇪🇺 🇬🇧 #Preston #Lancashire