From the newsdesk: here is where the day stands. Our systems have been scanning the world's major newsrooms around the clock, and these are the stories currently leading each section, every one credited and linked to the publisher that reported it.
World
On the international desk, these reports are leading:
- German elections under way which could decide fate of Chancellor Merz reported by BBC News
- Two killed in 'massive' Ukrainian drone attack on Moscow region, says Russia reported by BBC News
- Ed Sheeran addresses Macklemore controversy at Philadelphia show 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:
- Appearance of Arabian Gulf Cup trophy adds to rising excitement in Jeddah reported by Arab News
- Saudi Arabia’s Operating Revenues Index rises 4.9% in July: GASTAT reported by Arab News
- Echoicide: Who decides which truths survive in Gaza? reported by Al Jazeera
Business
In business and markets:
- Billionaire Man United owner says he has lost confidence in the UK reported by BBC News
- 'We simply don't know' - JP Morgan struggling to forecast oil prices due to US-Iran war reported by BBC News
- Warren Buffett steps down after six decades at Berkshire - 'Father Time always wins' reported by BBC News
Technology
In technology:
- Google's Gemini AI hacked three companies in security test reported by BBC News
- Would Australians support a smart glasses ban? reported by BBC News
- King Charles warns of 'existential danger' of AI falling into wrong hands reported by BBC News
Sports
And in sport:
- Townsend run over by pitch roller in Thailand reported by BBC Sport
- Littler could boycott Dutch events over booing reported by BBC Sport
- 'Beat the Aussies' - new England coach Fleming's key aim 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.
