News for September 16, 2026
Good grief: Life-extending breast cancer drug now on the NHS in England
Enhertu can extend average survival by about seven months. It has been prescribed in Scotland for more than two years. The drug is now available on the NHS in England.
Damn it: Snapchat open to daily time limits for teens, Spiegel tells BBC
Snapchat is willing to implement daily time limits for teen users, according to CEO Evan Spiegel. In a BBC interview, he said the plan would be an important step forward for the industry.
Damn it: Chelsea chairman and director sell stakes to Clearlake
Clearlake Capital has taken full control of Chelsea. Chairman Todd Boehly, director Mark Walter, and Hansjorg Wyss have sold their stakes. The transaction gives Clearlake complete ownership of the club.
Damn it: Rates held, Bank of England faces tough choices
Forecasts of higher inflation have some analysts expecting the Bank of England to act by year-end. The central bank is facing tough choices as it weighs its next policy move.
Damn it: Two Britons among three killed in Swiss Alps plane crash
Three people were killed in a light aircraft crash in the Swiss Alps. The plane took off from the Rhône Valley and collided with a mountain slope about ten minutes after takeoff. Two of the dead were Britons.
Damn it: Inside Singapore's 'Fort Knox' for city's $2bn dirty money auction
BBC reporters tour a fortified storage facility in Singapore known as Fort Knox. The goods on display are luxury items seized by police and slated for auction. The report offers a rare look at the scale and security of Singapore’s asset seizure push.
Damn it: Fed raises rates for the first time in three years
The Federal Reserve voted unanimously to raise the target range for the federal funds rate to 3.75%-4% from 3.5%-3.75%. This is the first rate increase in three years. The move signals tighter monetary policy going forward.
Damn it: US House votes to hold billionaire Epstein associate Leon Black in contempt
The U.S. House voted to hold Leon Black in contempt. Black, a billionaire with business ties to Jeffrey Epstein, declined to appear. He also did not provide documents related to the convicted sex offender.
Damn it: Body found in search for missing three-year-old Noah Woods
A body was found in the search for Noah Woods, the three-year-old who vanished from a playground. About 1,300 volunteers joined police in the search.
Damn it: British soldier named by MoD after Ukraine road crash
The Ministry of Defence has named Major Paul Wilks after a fatal road crash in Ukraine. Tributes have been paid, describing him as a gifted leader.
Diana would be forgotten soon, Earl Spencer claims in new book
Damn it: A new book by Diana's brother, Earl Spencer, claims Prince Charles said Diana would be forgotten soon. Buckingham Palace has not commented on the claims.
Damn it: Analysts warn of gas-price jump and long pipeline disruption
Analysts expect gasoline prices to rise and for the disruption from a damaged pipeline to last longer than initially anticipated. The forecast suggests the economic impact could stretch beyond November's midterm elections. This view contrasts with the Trump administration's upbeat messaging.
Damn it: How escalating Saudi oil crisis could drive up prices everywhere
BBC Verify's Ben Chu examines how rising energy costs could affect the global economy. The piece considers potential ripple effects for markets and growth.
Damn it: Part-human part-mouse brain breakthrough at Stanford
Researchers at Stanford University genetically altered mice to receive and function with human brain cells. The modification enables human neural cells to integrate into the mouse brain. This represents a degree of human-mouse brain integration in an animal model.
Damn it: Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacks
Photos obtained by CBS News show a wrecked U.S. Air Force plane and destroyed buildings. The images were released through the BBC's partner as part of ongoing coverage. They depict damage at multiple U.S. sites linked to Iranian attacks.
What a mess: Inside the catastrophic derby VAR mistake
Damn it. The VAR decision to allow Erling Haaland's winner in the Manchester derby sparked days of controversy. The piece investigates what went wrong and how the decision was reached.
Damn it: 'Putney pusher' suspect found dead at home
Nicholas Brandram, the man linked to the 'Putney pusher' case, was found dead at his home. He had been a suspect in the nine-year-old incident in which a woman was shoved into the path of a bus.
Seriously? Eight German state premiers back Merz ahead of two elections this weekend
Eight German state premiers have voiced support for CDU leader Friedrich Merz. The move comes ahead of two state elections this weekend. The backing signals stronger CDU unity behind Merz amid ongoing speculation about his future.
Damn it: England schools get £500m to avert teachers' pay strike
The government has offered an extra £500 million for schools in England. It aims to cut the prospect of strike action by the largest teachers' union. The move is intended to avert disruption to schools.
Microsoft warns Anthropic could have disastrous impact on humanity
Damn it: Microsoft warns Anthropic could have a disastrous impact on humanity. Mustafa Suleyman says he believes Anthropic is effectively teaching Claude that it may be conscious.
Damn it: Ex-officer jailed over toxic WhatsApp culture
An ex-officer has been jailed for four years after asking for a suspect's sex video to show to 'the lads from footy'. Prosecutors say the case highlights a toxic WhatsApp culture within the force. The sentence underscores the seriousness of the misconduct.
Damn it: CCTV shows last sighting of Noah Woods
Suffolk Police released CCTV footage showing the last confirmed sighting of Noah Woods. The sighting occurred in the park in Brantham at 14:37 BST on Tuesday.
Good grief: Earl Spencer's unreleased Diana memoir stolen in the Netherlands
Damn it: A theft in the Netherlands targets Earl Spencer's unreleased memoir about his late sister, Diana. The book is scheduled for release next week.
Damn it: Burnham brushes off 'tax and spend socialist' label
Burnham rejects the 'tax and spend socialist' comments. The prime minister says he is prepared to take difficult decisions at next month's Budget.
Bonnie Greer, author and critic, dies aged 77
Bonnie Greer has died at 77, according to her husband. He says she passed away after a brief illness. Greer was a playwright and a cultural and political commentator.
Damn it: Ed Sheeran's nice-guy image blamed for his career crisis
Ed Sheeran has tried to stay away from politics and controversy. That approach has drawn criticism. The piece examines whether his 'nice guy' image contributed to a major career crisis.
Damn it: Kosovo's former president sentenced to 25 years for war crimes
Hashim Thaci, Kosovo's former president, has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for war crimes. The charges include torture and murder tied to Kosovo's war of independence against Serbia. The ruling marks the end of a lengthy international legal process.
Damn it: Thirlwall Inquiry finds repeated hospital leadership failures to act on concerns
The Thirlwall Inquiry found repeated failures by hospital leaders to act on concerns. The findings highlight shortcomings in how concerns were handled by hospital leadership.
Damn it: Parents of Southport attack victim devastated by data breach
The Ministry of Justice says an urgent investigation has been launched after court files were accessed. Parents of the Southport attack victim say they are devastated by the data breach.
Damn it: Burnham thanks well-wishers after his father's death
Opposition leaders offered condolences to Burnham. He had cancelled engagements earlier this week. No further details were provided on the cancellations.
Damn it: EU proposes associate membership for Canada as Ottawa courts China deals
The EU's executive head proposed 'associate membership' for Canada. Ottawa is pursuing new trade deals with China. The development underscores Canada's push to expand its international trade links.
Seriously? Ed Sheeran's US tour at risk as support acts quit
Ed Sheeran's backing band and all support acts have pulled out of his US tour. The piece asks what happens next.
Damn it: EU chief opens door for Canada to become 'associate member'
Canada seeks closer ties with the European Union after a breakdown in relations with the United States and President Donald Trump. The EU chief signaled openness to Canada becoming an associate member.
Damn it: A secondary force may be dampening Atlantic hurricanes this year
El Niño isn't the only factor behind the quiet Atlantic hurricane season. Another force could be reducing storm numbers and delaying the season's peak.
Damn it: Self-compassion may deliver bigger mental health benefits than expected
A new study suggests self-compassion has a larger effect on mental health than people expect. The findings position self-compassion as a meaningful factor in mental well-being.
Damn it: Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher
Petrol and diesel prices rose, lifting UK inflation. The increase was linked to the summer holidays and disruptions to global oil supplies caused by the Middle East conflict.
Damn it: Saudi Arabia says it shot down Houthi drone south of Mecca
Saudi authorities say they shot down a Houthi drone south of Mecca. The Houthis deny targeting the holy city. The Saudi-led coalition calls the attack a disgraceful act.
Damn it: War-damaged Gaza building collapses, kills at least 12
In Gaza City, a war-damaged building collapsed, killing at least 12 people. Dozens remain unaccounted for beneath the rubble. The building was reported to house about 10 families.
Damn it: Village votes to leave UK over asylum housing plan in symbolic referendum
In a symbolic referendum, Piddington residents voted on proposals to house up to 1,256 male asylum seekers nearby. The vote highlighted local debate over the asylum housing plan.
Damn it: BBC crew catch thieves in the act while filming shoplifting report
BBC crew caught thieves in the act while filming a shoplifting report. The moment occurred during their coverage of the story.
Three killed in Los Angeles helicopter crash
Damn it: Three people are dead after a helicopter crash in Los Angeles. Local media report the aircraft was a news helicopter flying near the scene of a fatal bus crash.
Damn it: Japan to charge rescue fee on Mount Fuji during off season
Yamanashi prefecture will charge a rescue fee on Mount Fuji during the off-season. The fee is part of a series of measures introduced to deter reckless climbers.
Damn it: Search continues for missing 3-year-old at Brantham playground
Police are carrying out door-to-door inquiries in Brantham in the search for a missing 3-year-old boy. A helicopter has been seen circling the area.
Nine new regional bodies could oversee water companies
The plan would create nine regional bodies. They would handle planning, set objectives, and ensure water companies are accountable. The aim is to strengthen regional oversight of the water sector.
Magazine returned to US library after 132 years overdue
Damn it: A magazine was returned to the Concord Public Library after 132 years overdue. The library says the overdue fine would have been $12,055 if not for the temporary fine freeze.
Damn it: Doctor calls inquiry grim reading and laments missed suspicions
Dr John Gibbs, a hospital consultant, worked there during 2015–2016 when Letby murdered seven babies. He said the inquiry was a grim reading and wished they had been brave enough to follow suspicions.
Damn it: Letby inquiry described as grim reading, doctor laments missed suspicions
Dr John Gibbs, a hospital consultant, was on staff during 2015-2016 when Letby killed seven babies. He called the inquiry a grim reading. He said he wished the team had been brave enough to follow suspicions.
Damn it: OpenAI chief says the world has a right to be afraid but should trust AI firms
Amid discussions about slowing AI progress, Sam Altman and several tech leaders say they have incentives to self-police their AI advancements. The article frames their stance within the global debate over how quickly AI should progress.
Damn it: 270 shoplifters linked to 28,415 offences, BBC finds
270 people were linked to 28,415 shoplifting offences across England, BBC analysis shows. The offences were spread across the country but tied to a relatively small group. The findings highlight the scale of shoplifting and the role of a few prolific offenders.
Advisers say Heathrow's third runway should only go ahead if airlines fund cleaner flying
The government's climate advisers say the project cannot be approved under current climate policies. They indicate airlines would need to cover the cost of cleaner flying for it to proceed. A policy change would be required before any decision can be made.