US central bank raises interest rates for first time in three years After a unanimous vote, Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh says: "The plain fact is inflation is too high and has been for too long." EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member' Canada is seeking closer ties with EU after a breakdown in relations with the US and its president Donald Trump. Kosovo's former president sentenced to 25 years for war crimes Hashim Thaci has been jailed for crimes including torture and murder during Kosovo's independence war with Serbia. US accuses Russia of trying to kill Ukrainian allies overseas The FBI says five men "conspired to intimidate, threaten, or murder people on US soil and around the world". Eight children among 21 killed after war-damaged Gaza building collapses, rescuers say Some 10 families had reportedly been living in the six-storey building in Gaza City that was hit by an Israeli strike last year. Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacks A wrecked air force plane and destroyed buildings are among the images obtained by the BBC's partner CBS News. Charles said Diana would be forgotten 'soon enough', Earl Spencer claims in book Buckingham Palace has pushed back against the claim, saying grief can "colour memory" of events. How being music's Mr Nice Guy contributed to biggest crisis of Ed Sheeran's career Sheeran tries to stay away from politics and controversy, but that stance has come in for criticism. Eight German state premiers back Merz amid speculation over future Charlie Kirk's family alleges 'stunning failures' by Utah officials led to his shooting Microsoft says AI rival Anthropic could have 'disastrous impact' on humanity UK police searching for Noah Woods, 3, say they have found body of a child in lake Part-human part-mouse brain developed in science breakthrough More to explore How escalating Saudi oil crisis could drive up prices everywhere BBC Verify's Ben Chu examines what impact rising energy costs could have on the global economy. Why Trump is all-in on AI despite the warnings The US president has pushed the issue to the forefront of American politics - even at the risk of losing supporters. We managed to get jobs after uni - here's how we're keeping them Four recent job starters share their tips on what helped them have a smooth transition and survive their first few days. Carney's new love-in with EU has everything to do with Trump The Canadian PM is in Strasbourg this week seeking a "unique alliance" - and there is one clear catalyst. A backlash over data centres is another threat to the AI juggernaut The global AI race is being hit by very localised political and environmental concerns British-American author and critic Bonnie Greer dies aged 77 Her husband says the playwright and cultural and political commentator died after a brief illness. French former minister on trial over alleged Renault-Nissan lobbying Rachida Dati, 61, is accused of taking money from the carmaker in return for political influence. US dictionary adds 1,400 words, including neckbeard, trash panda and cuffing season Trash panda, crashout, Rickroll, vibe coding and Sunday scaries are among the 1,400 new words added to Merriam-Webster's dictionary.

Michelin-starred Seoul restaurant fined for using ants as garnish The owner of the acclaimed establishment avoids jail but is made to pay 15 million won (£8,144; $10,965). Saudi Arabia says it shot down Houthi drone south of Mecca The Houthis deny targeting the Islamic holy city after the Saudi-led coalition in Yemen accuses them of a "disgraceful act". Obamas' 'fiery and gorgeous' dog Sunny dies The Portuguese Water Dog spent 13 years with the family, meeting many high-profile visitors in the White House, including Pope Francis. US limits visas for South African officials over alleged anti-white discrimination Secretary of State Marco Rubio says South Africa has not addressed US concerns over racial inequality. BBC crew catch thieves in act while filming shoplifting report Moment NBC presenters confirm live on air that their helicopter crashed in LA Watch: Will Ed Sheeran cancel his tour as support acts quit? CCTV shows last sighting of Noah Woods Runaway horse captured by police on motorbikes Photos show widespread damage at US sites from Iranian attacks How being music's Mr Nice Guy contributed to biggest crisis of Ed Sheeran's career EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member' Body found in search for missing Noah Woods, 3 Charles said Diana would be forgotten 'soon enough', Earl Spencer claims in book Microsoft says AI rival Anthropic could have 'disastrous impact' on humanity 'Putney pusher' suspect found dead at home Earl Spencer's unreleased book on Diana stolen in the Netherlands Trump's Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announces she's cancer-free Ex-BBC presenter questions role of Royal Family in new documentary EFL Cup: Lacey scores as Man Utd 2-1 up against Brighton, Villa lead Coventry Follow live coverage of four Carabao Cup third-round ties, including Manchester United v Brighton. Europa League: Sunderland pressing for opener against AZ Alkmaar on European return Follow live as Sunderland play AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League, the Black Cats' first European game for 53 years. What next for Gabriel and Man Utd? On the night JJ Gabriel was supposed to become Manchester United's youngest player in history, the scramble is on to persuade him not to quit. Mbappe, Vini and Konate cover up Real's message of support for Ceuta Vini Jnr, Mbappe and Konate cover up Ceuta message of support ahead of Real Madrid's match against Elche. 'It's a miracle' - fireball crash victim Millroy praises rescuer Hartog British racing driver Ollie Millroy says it is a "miracle I'm alive" after fellow driver Loek Hartog "did everything right" when saving him from his blazing car. Saudi club given stadium ban over Jota chants towards Neves Saudi Pro League side Al-Taawoun are ordered to play two matches behind closed doors after supporters taunted Ruben Neves over the death of friend Diogo Jota. 'Let's go, let's go' - inside catastrophic derby VAR mistake The controversy surrounding the VAR decision to allow Erling Haaland's winner in the Manchester derby has rumbled on for days, so what led to the error? Sign up to News Briefing