Mum's Facebook kidney plea prompts 'mind-blowing' gift from total stranger
A woman has undergone a lifesaving transplant after receiving a kidney from a stranger who saw her post on social media.
'My rent was higher than my student loan' - the booming cost of private halls
Private student halls are springing up in Scotland's cities in ever increasing numbers yet rents continue to soar.
Afghan inquiry into alleged SAS war crimes has already cost £58m, MoD figures show
The inquiry has been running for more than three and a half years but has yet to publish any findings.
Steve Rosenberg: Russia's elections will have few surprises, but for the Kremlin they matter
There is no doubt over the outcome of this vote, but for the Kremlin they are still an important moment.
Palace in war of words with Earl Spencer over claims in Diana book
The row threatens to overshadow a very crowded day for the royals - with the King and Princes William and Harry all attending events.
Assad regime planned US journalist Austin Tice's kidnap for weeks, BBC finds
Austin Tice’s abduction was approved by Syria’s former leader Bashar al-Assad, a source claims.
The Papers: King's 'astonishing outburst' and 'heartbreak' after search for missing Noah
Several of today's papers splash on the Palace's response to Earl Spencer's claim in his upcoming book about his sister Diana.
Ed Sheeran asked me to donate $2m in aid, Robert Kraft says after Macklemore backlash
It comes after Macklemore pledged $1m to Palestinian causes, challenging the tycoon to match the sum.
More than 1,000 children killed in Bangladesh measles outbreak
Until March this year, Bangladesh had made "substantial progress" towards eliminating measles.
OpenAI reveals six more safety issues and unveils plan to disclose incidents
The firm also announced a new system to track, investigate and disclose cases of models misbehaving, or "misalignment".
UK prosecutors file for extradition of the Tate brothers from the US
The brothers are facing a total of 59 charges in the UK, including rape. Both men deny any wrongdoing.
Lena Dunham announces birth of first baby via surrogacy
The writer and actress announced the birth of her daughter in an op-ed published by Vogue on Wednesday.
US interest rates raised for first time in three years
Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut.
Why caffeine makes some people buzz - and others barely notice
Scientists say it all depend on caffeine habits, lifestyle and one factor we have no control over: our genes.
At least seven months of relentless rain needed to end drought, research shows
Almost 75% of England remains in drought following an exceptionally dry spring and summer.
New hope for breast cancer patients as life-extending drug now on NHS in England
Enhertu, which can give patients an extra seven months to live on average, has been prescribed in Scotland for more than two years and is available.
Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.
Carrick 'not bothered' by pressure - but should he be after this latest mess?
Manager Michael Carrick insists he does not feel under pressure after Manchester United's EFL Cup exit.
Chelsea chairman and director sell stakes in club to majority owner Clearlake
Clearlake Capital acquires full control of Chelsea as chairman Todd Boehly, director Mark Walter and Hansjorg Wyss sell their stakes in the club.
Boehly and Walter sell Chelsea stakes to Clearlake
Clearlake Capital acquires full control of Chelsea as chairman Todd Boehly, director Mark Walter and Hansjorg Wyss sell their stakes in the club.
Bank of England expected to hold interest rates as it faces tough choices
Forecasts of further rises in the inflation rate mean some analysts expect the Bank to act by the end of the year.
Two Britons among three killed in Swiss Alps light aircraft crash
Authorities say the plane took off from the Rhône Valley and collided with a mountain slope about 10 minutes later.
Inside Singapore's 'Fort Knox' for city's $2bn dirty money auction
The BBC goes inside a fortified storage facility to view luxury goods seized by police that are now up for auction.
No fire alarms or sprinklers at Pakistan neonatal unit where fire killed 14, report finds
A firefighter tells the BBC that rescuers had said many doors near the unit were locked, obstructing their route to the babies.
League Two Fleetwood host Arsenal in EFL Cup - full fourth-round draw
League Two side Fleetwood Town will host Premier League champions Arsenal in the fourth round of the EFL Cup.
Painful endgame for Gray as stale Hibs slump
A club hero, David Gray ends his time as Hibs head coach not to the sound of euphoria from fans, but to the sound of a support collectively exhaling in relief, writes Tom English.
Body found in search for missing three-year-old Noah Woods
Police divers discover child's body in a pond after Noah went missing from a playground on Tuesday.
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.
Verstappen passes 100 amateur karters in 14 laps in exhibition race
Four-time F1 world champion Max Verstappen passes 100 amateur drivers in just 14 laps in an exhibition go-kart race at Silverstone.
British soldier who died in Ukraine road accident named by MoD
Tributes have been paid to Major Paul Wilks, who was described as a "gifted leader".