News for September 17, 2026
Damn it: Charles sounded giddily elated after Diana's death, Earl Spencer claims
Buckingham Palace has pushed back against claims in Earl Spencer's new book. The allegations describe Charles as sounding giddily elated after Diana's death. The claims come from Earl Spencer, Diana's brother.
Damn it: UK Youth Parliament looks set to be axed
The UK Youth Parliament for ages 11 to 18 is reportedly set to be scrapped. Supporters say ending it would be a blow to democracy. Opponents argue that the move is overdue.
Damn it: Ukrainian man pleads guilty to vandalism at five east London sites
Illia Bilyk, 21, admitted guilt in a London court. He targeted five locations in east London. Prosecutors described the acts as vandalism.
Damn it: Warm words on Canada's EU 'associate membership' but no guarantees
Canada’s idea of EU 'associate membership' is met with warm words. There is no certainty the plan will move forward. It remains unclear whether it would become a blueprint for other countries.
Damn it: Sheeran seeks to match $2m donation amid Macklemore backlash
Robert Kraft, the owner of a US stadium, says Ed Sheeran asked him to match a $2 million donation for relief in the region. Kraft supplied the claim. No further details were released.
Damn it: Is Canada about to join the EU?
Damn it: Canada and the European Union are drawing closer as the United States' trade dispute drags on. The development signals growing cooperation between Ottawa and Brussels amid ongoing U.S. trade tensions.
Damn it: StarKist's tuna supply chain tied to forced labor, report finds
According to a Global Labor Justice report, workers allege involuntary labor and other abuses on Taiwan-flagged fishing boats that supply StarKist. The findings point to problems within a portion of StarKist's tuna supply chain.
Damn it: UN experts say there are grounds to believe the US committed war crimes in Iran strikes
Damn it: UN experts say there are grounds to believe the US committed war crimes in February strikes on a Minab primary school and a Lamerd sports complex. The US has not acknowledged carrying out those attacks. The strikes targeted civilian sites in Iran.
Damn it: FA chair demands Infantino release World Cup sell-off documents
The FA chair is demanding that FIFA president Gianni Infantino release all documents related to his plan to sell a stake in the World Cup. The plan has been described as controversial.
Damn it: Barclays workers demand extra pay to return to the office
Unite, the union representing about 36,000 Barclays staff, is calling for a one-off payment. The payment would offset higher travel and childcare costs for employees returning to the office.
Damn it: U.S. denies visas to Palestinian officials ahead of U.N. General Assembly
The State Department blocked visas for Palestinian officials to attend the U.N. General Assembly in New York, for the second year running. The denial prevents key Palestinian officials from joining the gathering.
Damn it: Verified video shows wreck of Saudi F-15 shot down over Yemen
BBC Verify has traced the location of a video released by Houthi forces. The clip shows what the Houthis say is the wreckage of a Saudi F-15 shot down over Yemen. The focus is on where the footage was filmed, not independent verification of the claim.
Damn it: Remains identified as Joanne Sheen, missing mother of three since 2019
Good grief: Police confirm the remains found in London belong to Joanne Sheen from Southampton. She had been missing since 2019.
Damn it: King Charles warns of existential danger if AI falls into the wrong hands
At a Scotland summit, King Charles warned that AI could pose existential risks if it falls into the wrong hands. The event drew participants from Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic. He urged caution and international cooperation on AI safety and governance.
Damn it: Father's tribute to 'sweetest little boy' Noah Woods
Rhys Woods pays tribute to his three-year-old son Noah Woods, describing him as a beloved little boy. He expresses his deepest gratitude for the community's support.
Canada welcomes EU proposal to become associate member
Canada welcomed the EU's proposal to become an associate member. Prime Minister Mark Carney said a Canada-EU alliance would be a beacon for other democracies.
Damn it: RNLI station out-of-service after anti-migrant protests
The RNLI says the lifeboat station is temporarily closed after anti-migrant protests. It hopes to have the station back in operation as soon as possible.
Damn it: England expands access to life-extending breast cancer drug on NHS
In England, eligible patients with incurable breast cancer can access a life-extending drug on the NHS. The change applies to England only. This expands treatment options for people living with the disease.
Damn it: Democrats demand answers on Venezuela's oil revenue
The U.S. government has seized control of Venezuela's oil. The move follows the January capture of President Nicolás Maduro.
Damn it: Family says Nicholas Brandram was not the 'Putney pusher'
Family members of Nicholas Brandram deny he is the person known as the 'Putney pusher.' They issued a statement to dispute the nickname. No further details were provided.
Canada-EU associate membership talk prompts Carney's EU address
Damn it: Canada could become the EU's first associate member, an idea floated by an EU leader. Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to address EU lawmakers on Thursday. The move follows the EU leader's suggestion of closer Canada-EU ties.
Good grief: River home to 500 crocodiles picked for Olympic venue
The river is home to about 500 saltwater crocodiles. It has been approved to host Olympic and Paralympic rowing and canoeing at the 2032 Brisbane Games. The decision designates the crocodile-populated waterway as a venue for those events.
Damn it: EU plan would bar under-16s from creating social media accounts
The European Union unveiled a plan to restrict children's access to social media. Under the proposal, only children over 15 would be able to create their own accounts.
Damn it: Anthropic's human-like AI could create silicon species rivalling humans, Suleyman warns
Mustafa Suleyman argues Anthropic treats AI as if it were human. He warns that such an approach could produce technology humanity cannot control. He spoke with the BBC about the risks of human-like AI.
Damn it: Community unites as Reverend reflects on Noah Woods search
The Reverend Chris Willis spoke about the search for Noah Woods. He described the public reaction as a thread of positivity amid the sadness. His remarks highlight community support during a difficult time.
Damn it: Climate change played a role in Nepal-Tibet flood, study finds
A new study says climate change played a role in the Nepal-Tibet flood. The August 26 deluge killed more than 1,400 people and left thousands missing.
Damn it: Balaclava riders on e-bikes—how to tackle the problem
Masked youths on electric bikes and motorcycles are becoming a familiar sight. The piece asks what can be done to address the problem. No concrete solutions are provided in the excerpt.
Damn it: Afghan SAS war crimes inquiry has already cost £58m, MoD figures show
MoD figures put the cost at about £58 million. The Afghan inquiry into alleged SAS war crimes has been running for more than three and a half years. It has yet to publish any findings.
Damn it: Palace in war of words with Earl Spencer over claims in Diana book
An official spat between the palace and Earl Spencer over claims in a Diana biography has flared up. It threatens to overshadow a busy royal day as the King and Princes William and Harry attend several engagements. Both sides have traded statements, keeping the focus away from the events themselves.
Damn it: BBC finds Assad regime planned US journalist Austin Tice's kidnapping for weeks
A source claims Bashar al-Assad approved the abduction of U.S. journalist Austin Tice. The BBC says the plan reportedly spanned several weeks. The report notes the claim has not been independently verified.
Damn it: 13-year-old voices Thomas the Tank Engine
A 13-year-old has been cast as the new voice of Thomas the Tank Engine in a fresh Thomas series. Henry Golding, best known for The Gentleman, also stars in the new show.
Damn it: OpenAI reveals six more safety issues and unveils a plan to disclose incidents
OpenAI disclosed six additional safety issues and outlined a plan to disclose incidents. The company also announced a new system to track, investigate, and disclose cases of model misbehavior, or misalignment. The move aims to improve transparency and safety oversight.
Damn it: Kraft says Ed Sheeran asked him to donate $2 million in aid after Macklemore backlash
Ed Sheeran asked Robert Kraft to donate $2 million in aid. The appeal followed Macklemore's pledge of $1 million to Palestinian causes and his challenge to Kraft to match it. The move comes amid backlash surrounding Macklemore's donation.
Damn it: UK prosecutors seek extradition of Tate brothers from the US
UK prosecutors have filed for the extradition of the Tate brothers from the United States. They are facing 59 charges in Britain, including rape. Both men deny any wrongdoing.
Damn it: Lena Dunham reveals birth of daughter via surrogacy
Lena Dunham announced the birth of her daughter via surrogacy. The announcement appeared in an op-ed published by Vogue on Wednesday.
Damn it: At least seven months of rain needed to end England drought, study finds
Almost 75% of England remains in drought after an exceptionally dry spring and summer. The research indicates it could take months of persistent rain to relieve the drought.