2 September 2026, in sixty words

Donald Trump expressed his "happiness" at the Duke and Duchess of Sussex's departure from the US, declaring himself "not a fan".

Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey today urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to consider rejoining the EU single market.

Waymo, owned by Alphabet, is expanding its robotaxi network into three new US markets, now serving customers in over a dozen cities.

Russian President Vladimir Putin has labelled Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's recent warning about Russian airspace being unsafe as "state terrorism." Zelensky had said on Tuesday that Russian airspace would effectively be closing for civilian aviation due to escalating drone strikes.

Google DeepMind unveiled two upgraded artificial intelligence models on Wednesday, including Gemini 3.8 Flash Cyber, designed for government cybersecurity.

Uber is laying off about 10% of its global staff, or 3,300 roles, in its biggest cuts since the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fast bowler Brydon Carse has been left out of England's squad for the third Test against Pakistan after his arrest last month.

Around 15% of the UK population takes omeprazole or similar stomach acid-reducing medicines, often making their symptoms worse.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said Wednesday that Russian drone incidents, like last month's sabotage in Germany, are now the "new normal".

Nigel Farage claims a "complainants' society" and "ecosystem" are fighting Reform UK as he answers questions about party funding.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham faced warnings that "vibes are not going to work" on defence policy during Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday.

Pete Hegseth shared a photo of a volunteer and a teenage girl at a summer training camp, attempting to make fun of their appearance.

The currency dropped to $1.3490 on Wednesday, its weakest level since mid-August, as investors worried about US and Iranian military clashes.

Staff found an explosive drone last month at Leipzig/Halle airport, a major transport hub for NATO and Ukrainian cargo flights.

He starts the job immediately and will guide the UK energy giant as it abandons green projects to concentrate on pumping oil.

The London branch handled 970 illegal transfers worth £19.7m, leaving two dozen business accounts active.

Twenty-one financial institutions, which include Goldman Sachs and Bank of America, intend to establish a company this year.

Robert Kiyosaki, author of 'Rich Dad Poor Dad', has about $1.2 billion in debt linked to his real estate investments.

A new £10 million Hospitality Grant Scheme launched on Wednesday, offering a boost to independent pubs, restaurants, and cafés.

French President Emmanuel Macron started a two-day visit to the UK on Wednesday, marking the first occasion an EU leader has met with the new British Prime Minister, Andy Burnham.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s first Commons appearance was overshadowed by a market rout, sending government borrowing costs to multi-decade highs.

The 70th BFI London Film Festival will show 251 films and series from 88 countries this October.

Police were called to a house in Sheffield's Wincobank area on Sunday morning after concerns for a newborn baby's safety.

Google Pics, Google's latest AI image creation and editing tool, has been integrated into Workspace and operates using the Nano Banana model.

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood announced £2m funding after a crash killed two police officers and five men on 22 August on the A66 near Middlesbrough.

Datacentres have become targets of resistance worldwide this summer, with campaigners arguing they drain resources and worsen the climate crisis.

Honda is aiming to save about £7.4 billion ($9.4 billion) by 2030, telling its major suppliers to significantly reduce prices.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage uploaded a video on Tuesday, his inaugural day as an MP, showing him atop the Houses of Parliament.

Apple has changed Lake Ontario's name on its Maps app for US users, following an order from President Donald Trump.

Russia's potential actions after the UK supplies Storm Shadow missile blueprints to Ukraine are a 'military secret,' according to Vladimir Putin.

Augsburg's main train station was closed by police following the detonation of a suspicious object in a passageway on Wednesday morning.

Sadiq Khan, the Labour Mayor of London, was found guilty by a magistrate on Wednesday for failing to tax a Nissan Micra.

Apple has changed the name of Lake Ontario to Lake America on its Maps app for users in the US, following an order from President Donald Trump.

Repeated alcohol use in your teens may permanently change brain structure and function, impacting areas vital for memory.

Due to significant ticket demand for his initial performance, American singer Bruno Mars has scheduled an additional concert at Auckland's Eden Park on Sunday, March 14, 2027.

Physicists at Jefferson Lab were searching for one exotic particle but found evidence for two different, unexpected structures.

A decade-long study observed almost 10,000 women aged 65 and above, revealing a correlation between substantial coffee consumption and reduced bone density.

The EU's trade chief warned China in November 2023 that it must show "concrete results" to balance trade.

Scientists have determined that the body's glucose processing throughout the day is influenced by breakfast selections.

Twenty-one-year-old British actor Noah Jupe has been cast in Marvel Studios' "Avengers: Secret Wars" in an undisclosed, yet important capacity.

Ukraine's president urged airlines to avoid Russian airspace, stating it is becoming "completely dangerous" due to escalating drone strikes.

A new report indicates that Chancellor John Healey should anticipate increasing taxes on middle earners to finance a substantial rise in defence expenditure.

NHS doctors warn the number of children aged six to 17 in mental health emergencies rose 36% from 2019 to 2025.

An at-home urine test currently being trialled by the NHS has detected 92% of bladder cancer cases.

The Swedish furniture giant is spending approximately £1 billion on these price reductions, encompassing popular items such as the Billy bookcase and Kallax storage units.

A Westminster Hall debate will take place on Wednesday to discuss the impact of the 2016 EU referendum.

US diplomatic missions in Israel, Qatar, and Jordan have advised Americans to anticipate potential flight cancellations and airspace closures.

Ariana Grande finished her 41-show Eternal Sunshine tour on Tuesday night at London's O2, becoming emotional as she thanked fans.

The US is preparing a Section 301 investigation, which could lead to tariffs on the EU for its treatment of American tech companies.

Ipswich Town has completed a deal for striker Zian Flemming, paying Burnley a guaranteed £17 million, with an extra £3 million possible in add-ons.

Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has joined Tottenham on loan after resolving his four-year doping ban appeal.

Bodycote, a Macclesfield-based industrial firm, is being bought by US private equity firm Veritas for £1.65 billion, or 940p a share.

Range Rover has finally unveiled its first fully electric car, the Range Rover Electric, in Solihull after a year-long hold-up.

Stu Grant, a 36-year-old fitness enthusiast, died in March after collapsing at a David Lloyd gym near Sixways due to a fatal brain bleed.

Some women in Wales are falsely presenting as men to acquire testosterone from internet pharmacies, as they are unable to obtain NHS prescriptions.

A pre-dawn shootout in a Dutch village on Tuesday resulted in one fatality, with police apprehending 34 individuals, including French and Belgian nationals.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has criticised the US for a casual approach to ongoing trade talks, saying serious discussions are needed.

From 1 October, all vaping liquids produced or brought into the UK will be subject to a new excise duty of £2.20 per 10ml, irrespective of their nicotine content.

The Fermi Explorer Mission aims to send a fridge-sized craft with human DNA samples to the Alpha Centauri star system.

A medical study indicates that frequent paracetamol consumption could elevate the likelihood of experiencing heart disease or a stroke by approximately 20%.

A British Airways flight from Dublin to London declared an in-flight emergency on Tuesday morning due to a “technical issue”.

General David Petraeus told the House of Lords that Britain should reorganise its defence institutions based on lessons from the Ukraine war.

Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has pledged to protect the UK's largest telescope at Jodrell Bank Observatory.

Israel's Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said his country would "act against Britain" if the UK imposes sanctions over new settlement plans.