Palace in war of words with Earl Spencer over claims in Diana book
The row threatens to overshadow a very crowded day for the royals - with the King and Princes William and Harry all attending events.
Tech treating AI like humans is mistaken and misguided, Microsoft boss tells BBC
Mustafa Suleyman says he believes rival AI firm Anthropic is in effect teaching Claude it "may be conscious".
New hope for breast cancer patients as life-extending drug now on NHS in England
Enhertu, which can give patients an extra seven months to live on average, has been prescribed in Scotland for more than two years and is available.
Assad regime planned US journalist Austin Tice's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds
Austin Tice’s abduction was approved by Syria’s former leader Bashar al-Assad, a source claims.
Body found in search for missing three-year-old Noah Woods
Police divers discover child's body in a pond after Noah went missing from a playground on Tuesday.
Ed Sheeran asked me to donate $2m in aid, Robert Kraft says after Macklemore backlash
It comes after Macklemore pledged $1m to Palestinian causes, challenging the tycoon to match the sum.
Lena Dunham announces birth of first baby via surrogacy
The writer and actress announced the birth of her daughter in an op-ed published by Vogue on Wednesday.
Bank of England expected to hold interest rates as it faces tough choices
Forecasts of further rises in the inflation rate mean some analysts expect the Bank to act by the end of the year.
At least seven months of relentless rain needed to end drought, research shows
Almost 75% of England remains in drought following an exceptionally dry spring and summer.
Climate change likely played role in Nepal-Tibet flood, study finds
More than 1,400 people were killed and thousands remain missing following the deluge on 26 August.
Boy, 13, is new voice of Thomas the Tank Engine
A new Thomas series also stars The Gentleman actor Henry Golding.
Inside Singapore's 'Fort Knox' for city's $2bn dirty money auction
The BBC goes inside a fortified storage facility to view luxury goods seized by police that are now up for auction.
'My rent was higher than my student loan' - the booming cost of private halls
Private student halls are springing up in Scotland's cities in ever increasing numbers yet rents continue to soar.
Steve Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter
There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment.
Mum's Facebook kidney plea prompts 'mind-blowing' gift from total stranger
A woman has undergone a lifesaving transplant after receiving a kidney from a stranger who saw her post on social media.
Why caffeine makes some people buzz - and others barely notice
Scientists say it all depend on caffeine habits, lifestyle and one factor we have no control over: our genes.
The Papers: King's 'astonishing outburst' and 'heartbreak' after search for missing Noah
Several of today's papers splash on the Palace's response to Earl Spencer's claim in his upcoming book about his sister Diana.
No fire alarms or sprinklers at Pakistan hospital ward where 14 babies died, report finds
A firefighter tells the BBC that rescuers had said many doors near the unit were locked, obstructing their route to the babies.
Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.
Boy abducted by mum has renewed 'sense of purpose'
Alex Batty, who vanished aged 11 in 2017, says a new job has given him renewed purpose.
Afghan inquiry into alleged SAS war crimes has already cost £58m, MoD figures show
The inquiry has been running for more than three and a half years but has yet to publish any findings.
UK prosecutors file for extradition of the Tate brothers from the US
The brothers are facing a total of 59 charges in the UK, including rape. Both men deny any wrongdoing.
OpenAI reveals six more safety issues and unveils plan to disclose incidents
The firm also announced a new system to track, investigate and disclose cases of models misbehaving, or "misalignment".
Two Britons among three killed in Swiss Alps light aircraft crash
Authorities say the plane took off from the Rhône Valley and collided with a mountain slope about 10 minutes later.
Chelsea chairman and director sell stakes in club to majority owner Clearlake
Clearlake Capital acquires full control of Chelsea as chairman Todd Boehly, director Mark Walter and Hansjorg Wyss sell their stakes in the club.
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Inside Ella Toone’s life on and off the pitch
Behind the scenes with Manchester United and England star Ella Toone.
Carrick 'not bothered' by pressure - but should he be after this latest mess?
Manager Michael Carrick insists he does not feel under pressure after Manchester United's EFL Cup exit.
Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea stakes to Clearlake
Clearlake Capital acquires full control of Chelsea as chairman Todd Boehly, director Mark Walter and Hansjorg Wyss sell their stakes in the club.
A team that offered hope... then, four months later, Hamas attacked Israel
Can the potential of a golden generation of Israel's footballers, in sport and society, be realised?
Why dealing with defeat is key for Lampard at Coventry
BBC Sport columnist Tony Pulis explains why Coventry boss Frank Lampard needs to manage himself as well as his players after their poor start to the season.
Do Celtic have 'big issues', or will next four days hush concerns?
Chris Sutton believes his former side have "great concerns" despite a winning start to the Scottish Premiership season. The next four days will tell us whether those worries are justified.
USA midfielder sues doctors after on-pitch heart attack
United States women's national team player Savannah DeMelo is suing a hospital and two doctors after she suffered a heart attack on the pitch last year.
Verstappen passes 100 amateur karters in 14 laps in exhibition race
Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen passes 100 amateur drivers in just 14 laps in an exhibition go-kart race at Silverstone.
