The stories shaping the day, section by section. As always, every headline below is credited to the newsroom that reported it, one click from the full story.
World
On the international desk, these reports are leading:
- Six Nigerians accused of romance scams to be extradited to the US reported by BBC News
- Trump shadow looms large over Brics as Modi hosts Putin and Xi in Delhi reported by BBC News
- Man loses case to claw back $369,000 he spent on lavish gifts for ex-girlfriend reported by BBC News
Pakistan
From Pakistan, the latest developments:
- Naqvi comes to CDA chairman, Islamabad IG's defence as they draw flak for carriage video showing 'colonial practice' reported by Dawn
- Naqvi comes to CDA chairman, Islamabad IG's defence as carriage video draws flak reported by Dawn
- MQM-P says will be approaching other parties to set off 'grand national dialogue' on new provinces reported by Dawn
Middle East
Across the Middle East, newsrooms are reporting:
- Israel says ready for more strikes on Hezbollah after tunnel detonation reported by Arab News
- Family members wait after deadly Philippines ferry fire reported by Al Jazeera
- UK lawmakers to vote again on failed assisted dying bill reported by Arab News
Business
In business and markets:
- UK economy grew faster than expected in July reported by BBC News
- Can Europe recharge its battery industry? reported by BBC News
- I asked my husband to pay into my pension when we had a child - here's why reported by BBC News
Technology
In technology:
- Anthropic blocks possible attempt to use AI to make biological weapons reported by BBC News
- UK needs new laws for AI in healthcare, says watchdog reported by BBC News
- White House pulls Tetris-style 'Build The Wall' game after copyright concern reported by BBC News
Sports
And in sport:
- Hull's Thomas unhurt after car crash reported by BBC Sport
- 49ers win big in first Australian NFL match reported by BBC Sport
- Bed at 6:45am - US Open semi-finalists fight effects of late-night finishes reported by BBC Sport
This briefing is generated by the News Inspection newsdesk and updates throughout the day as new reports arrive. All journalism referenced above belongs to the credited publishers. Follow the links for the full stories.
