News for September 7, 2026
Damn it: Eiffel Tower closed as staff protest over female workers' religious visit
An investigation will be launched into the incident. A union representative says the episode left female employees humiliated.
Damn it: AI cancer cures slowed by chip shortage, Arm chief says
Arm’s chief warns the global chip shortage is slowing AI-driven cancer research. He notes that current hardware limits prevent modelling how a DNA marker is affected by cancer. He remains optimistic that computers will eventually solve the problem.
Damn it: Flight recorders recovered after Amazon cargo plane crash
Flight recorders from the Amazon cargo Boeing 767-300 have been recovered. The jet crashed after overshooting the runway at Miami International Airport. Five people were killed and five were seriously injured.
Oh come on: West Bank school adds barbed wire after three pupils killed
Three pupils were killed in the West Bank this year. A headteacher installed barbed wire fencing at the school in response.
Good grief: Minister condemns disorder at Portsmouth anti-migrant protest after police hurt
A government minister condemned the disorder at the Portsmouth anti-migrant protest where police officers were hurt. Sarah Jones told MPs that violence followed the arrival of 120 migrants in one dinghy. She described the scenes as intimidating and thuggish.
Damn it: Ecclestone stopped at Portuguese airport with shotgun
Former Formula 1 chief Bernie Ecclestone says airport officials halted him in Portugal after he arrived with a shotgun intended for a clay pigeon shooting competition. He did not specify any penalties or actions taken by authorities. No further details were released.
Damn it: Chancellor's attempts to boost vibes may limit tax rises
The new leadership is trying to keep confidence high while promoting economic animal spirits. This balancing act may limit tax rises.
Damn it: Ex-tax worker jailed after BBC probe for inciting hatred online
Former tax worker admitted to 12 counts of inciting hatred online. The admission followed a BBC investigation.
Damn it: Grindr to pay £26m to settle privacy claims over HIV data sharing
Grindr will pay £26 million to settle a long-running privacy lawsuit. The claim alleges the dating app breached UK privacy laws by sharing users' data with third parties, including HIV status. The settlement ends the dispute over those allegations.
Damn it: What ties the Dover and Portsmouth anti-migrant protests together?
UK correspondent Daniel Sandford examines the link between the weekend’s small-boat protests in Dover and Portsmouth. The report compares events in both towns to explain how they may be connected.
King clarifies Harry and Meghan remain non-working royals
Damn it: Palace sources say a letter has been sent to Prince Harry's team. The government, the military and Lord Lieutenants are among the recipients.
Damn it: Plans to merge councils paused across areas
Plans to merge smaller councils into larger authorities have been paused or withdrawn in several areas. The pause halts a broader push for local-government reform and affects several merger proposals.
Damn it: BBC presenter Maryam Moshiri reveals polycythemia vera diagnosis
BBC presenter Maryam Moshiri has been diagnosed with polycythemia vera (PV). The diagnosis came in November 2024 after her GP noticed irregularities in a blood test.
Damn it: Man arrested on suspicion of murder after two bodies found at Blackburn house
Two people were found dead at a Blackburn house. A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
Damn it: OpenAI chief scientist warns no one is prepared for consequences of AI
OpenAI’s chief scientist warns that society isn’t ready for the consequences of artificial intelligence. The warning comes as OpenAI rolls out GPT-6 Astra, the company’s most powerful model to date. OpenAI says GPT-6 Astra represents a major leap in capability.
Damn it: Dolly Parton's sister urges an end to AI garbage posts after her death
Since Dolly Parton's death in late August, dozens of AI-generated songs, images, and videos have circulated online. Parton's sister has urged people to stop posting these items, labeling them 'AI garbage'. The incidents highlight ongoing questions about consent and respect for deceased celebrities in the age of artificial intelligence.
Damn it: Murder arrests over baby girl's death in woodland
Police say four people, two men and two women, have been arrested as part of the investigation. The arrests relate to the death of a baby girl in a woodland area. Police have not disclosed any charges.
Damn it: How anti-migrant boat protests were organised and who is behind them
Danny Thomas organised the Dover demonstration after weeks of preparation. He also attended the protest in Portsmouth.
Damn it: MAGA-touched German politician lifts AfD to victory
Ulrich Siegmund leads the AfD. The victory sends tremors through established political circles in Berlin, Brussels and other capitals across Europe.
Damn it: AfD says 'democracy demands' coalition after narrow state election win
AfD says democracy demands other parties join to form a state government after falling three seats short of a majority. The party won the state election but lacks a majority. It is pursuing coalition talks to govern.
Damn it: Inbetweeners film confirmed as original stars return
Netflix confirms the original stars of The Inbetweeners will reprise their roles for a film. The project reunites the core cast from the coming-of-age sitcom for the movie.
Damn it: Jaguar Land Rover to cut 4,000 jobs amid tough conditions
Jaguar Land Rover will cut about 4,000 jobs. The move comes as the company faces Chinese competition, US tariffs, and the shift to electric vehicles.
Damn it: They formed to fight Haiti’s gangs. Now they’re an obstacle to peace.
A U.S.-backed, U.N.-authorized mission is trying to restore security in Haiti. Self-defense brigades formed to counter gangs are now complicating the peace effort. Their presence highlights the difficulty of stabilizing the country while non-state actors remain active.
Damn it: Kyiv air raid alerts at record high as Russia launches round-the-clock strikes
Kyiv is facing a record high of air raid alerts as Russia launches round-the-clock strikes. The attacks are disrupting schools, businesses and public transport. City life and services are being strained as the campaign continues.
Damn it: Indonesia volcano eruption strands 270,000 as airports extend closure
Anak Krakatau, roughly 150 km from Jakarta, began erupting late Friday. Airports extended closures in response to the eruption. About 270,000 people were stranded as a result.
Damn it: Protesters block roads in Portsmouth
Protesters blocked roads in Portsmouth during an anti-migrant demonstration. The government condemned the demonstrators' intimidating and thuggish behaviour.
Damn it: New videos tie Omar al-Bayoumi to extremists and Saudi state in 9/11 lawsuit
New videos and previously undisclosed evidence surface. The materials tie Omar al-Bayoumi to extremist networks and to the Saudi state. The evidence undermines his 25-year denials.
Damn it: Europe grapples with the impact of historic gains for Germany's AfD
BBC Europe editor Katya Adler says the far-right win in Saxony-Anhalt is ringing alarm bells for the EU and traditional parties. The report centers on the political implications of the AfD's gains in eastern Germany. Adler's assessment highlights concerns about mainstream parties across Europe.
Good grief: Cooler temperatures bring wet and windy weather to the UK this week
Weekend warmth gives way to rain and strong winds. This unsettled weather moves in as the new week begins. Temperatures are expected to be cooler than they were over the weekend.
Damn it: Rapist serving life may face more assault charges
Zhenhao Zou, convicted of raping 10 women, is serving a life sentence. He is thought to have committed further crimes. He may face additional assault charges.
Damn it: Survivor says Richard Scatchard's release could have prevented 2023 murder
One of Richard Scatchard's victims says his release from prison could have prevented Kelly Faiers' 2023 murder. The survivor asserts the killing could have been avoided.
Damn it: Five dead after Amazon cargo plane overran runway and caught fire at Miami airport
A Boeing 767-300 cargo plane overran the runway and caught fire at Miami airport. Five people were killed and five were seriously injured, officials said. Investigators are looking into what caused the incident.