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Travel & transport from BBC stories as at 11:55 19 Sep 2026
 
. Flight chaos caused by 'millisecond' software defect, report says
[19 hours old]: The failure led to more than 2,000 flights being cancelled and hundreds of thousands of passengers affected.

. Ryanair boss Michael O'Leary apologises over 'high-fare rapists' remarks
[17 hours old]: O'Leary described his choice of language as "careless" and said "it won't happen again".

. Barclays workers ask for more money to return to the office
[44 hours old]: Unite union, which represents 36,000 Barclays staff, calls for a one-off payment to offset increased travel and childcare costs.

. The extreme engineering of aircraft windows
[83 hours old]: Few companies have the technology to make aircraft windows which are getting harder to make.

. Aviation faces hotter, stormier skies – and passengers might have to accept more disruption
[323 hours old]: Are people going to have to increasingly accept more delays and diversions as the effects of climate change intensify?

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and in other news ...

- US and Denmark reach deal over Greenland after Trump annexation threats
[12 hours old]: Trump says the agreement will give the US "permanent control over security, and all other needs, in Greenland", though specifics have not been confirmed by Danish officials.

- Billionaire Man United owner says he has lost confidence in the UK
[11 hours old]: Ineos founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe tells the BBC he thinks the country is "on the slide" and calls for more investment in the North Sea.

- 'How many more bodies?' Grief and fear in South Africa as nine women found dead in two months
[11 hours old]: Dineo Motapane is one of nine recent victims whose deaths have left a nation traumatised over the level of violence against women.

- Parents could lose benefits or face prison for child's crimes, minister says
[3 hours old]: The reforms to Parenting Orders could also see parents losing benefits, Jake Richards MP told the Times.

- Daisy Edgar-Jones: I try and bury my emotion when it comes to love
[11 hours old]: In real life the actress says she is just like the character she's playing in Sense and Sensibility.

* Bitter row over Diana book brings back unhappy times for royals
[1 hours old]: Many of the Royal Family's current troubles can be traced back to the aftermath of the then-Princess of Wales' death.

- A four-minute warning isn't enough: Russia's new relentless missile tactics exhaust Kyiv residents
[11 hours old]: Increasingly frequent and ferocious attacks on the Ukrainian capital have left many on edge.

- When a beloved tree began withering away, locals suspected a killer in their midst
[12 hours old]: A neighbourhood’s fight to save a cherished ginkgo pits them against an unlikely foe.

- I found love at an Irish matchmaking festival - and I want others to do the same
[11 hours old]: Mary Timby flew to Ireland on a whim last year and met her boyfriend at a matchmaking festival.

* From 'fusty' to fashionable - is it cool to wear M&S clothes now?
[0 hours old]: The retailer hosted its first-ever London Fashion Week show this week, celebrating 100 years of producing clothing.

* Michael Marra announced as new Scottish Labour leader
[0 hours old]: Michael Marra has been named as Anas Sarwar's replacement.

- Trump signs sweeping Russia sanctions bill
[12 hours old]: The bill is named after the late Senator Lindsey Graham, a staunch advocate of aid for Ukraine.

- Temperatures could peak at 26C as summerlike warmth returns next week
[11 hours old]: After a changeable week, drier and warmer conditions will dominate for some next week, but with little rain for those who need it.

- Deadly shark attack prompts rare kill order in Western Australia
[1 hours old]: Police boats and helicopters are patrolling Perth's beaches as authorities continue their search for the swimmer's body, and the shark that attacked him.

- Google's Gemini AI hacked three companies in security test
[6 hours old]: The AI model accessed the internet and guessed credentials to three websites, a Google official told the BBC.

- Could AI wipe out humans and how might it do it?
[10 hours old]: Cyber Correspondent Joe Tidy looks at some of the scenarios being imagined and assesses how likely they are.

* Millions without power as Cuba hit by latest major blackout
[0 hours old]: Widespread power outages have become increasingly common due to fuel shortages made worse by a US blockade.

- Hodgkinson powers to Athlos win in speed suit
[11 hours old]: Keely Hodgkinson powers to victory in a full-body speed suit before being presented with a Tiffany & Co crown as Athlos makes its London debut.

- Arsenal open to Dowman loan in right circumstances
[13 hours old]: Arsenal are open to allowing teenage prodigy Max Dowman to leave the club on loan this term if it aids his development.

- The man who would be king - the rise and fall of 'the next Prince Naseem'
[4 hours old]: Touted as the king to Naseem Hamed's prince, Daniel Teasdale's story is instead a cautionary tale.

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and in other older news ...

. 'I'm telling the truth': Earl Spencer defends Diana book claims about Charles in BBC interview
[18 hours old]: Princess Diana's brother tells the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg that "we'll forget her soon enough" were "exactly" the words used by the then-Prince of Wales.

. Watch: Diana's brother says Charles 'went ballistic' in phone call after her death
[18 hours old]: Earl Spencer spoke exclusively with the BBC's Laura Kuenssberg about claims he has made in a new book.

. AI not a threat to films, say Shaun the Sheep creators
[23 hours old]: The Bristol-based institution have released the third feature film in the Shaun the Sheep franchise.

. Why I'm doing a September reset and how you can create a new routine
[131 hours old]: It's the month when many of us embark on a new chapter so here's how to start strong and keep the good habits.

. Nepo baby is a horrific term, says Zeta-Jones
[139 hours old]: The Chicago star's children Dylan and Carys have both gone into showbiz, following in her footsteps.

. Runaway horse captured by police on motorbikes
[77 hours old]: The unharmed horse escaped from its owner before the start of a parade in New Mexico

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. 'We simply don't know' - JP Morgan struggling to forecast oil prices due to Trump's war with Iran
[17 hours old]: The bank said it "assumed" there would be economic red lines, like oil at 0 a barrel, that the US would be unwilling the cross.

. Warren Buffett steps down after six decades at Berkshire - 'Father Time always wins'
[17 hours old]: Since taking control in 1965, Buffett grew a struggling textile mill into a global conglomerate.

. We bought our £242,000 home without a deposit - here's how
[24 hours old]: The share of UK mortgages with smaller deposits is the highest it's been since 2008. The BBC spoke to borrowers about how they manage the risks.

. The virtual worlds where robots are trained
[35 hours old]: Training systems that allow robots to negotiate the real world are getting more sophisticated.

. British Steel plan lacks credibility, MPs say
[22 hours old]: A committee report says the government has not set out how British Steel will become profitable.

. Thames Water rescue deal should be rejected - MPs
[29 hours old]: A report on the future of Thames Water, urging the government to take action, has been published.

. 'Insufficient funds' to pay Brewdog creditors after takeover deal
[21 hours old]: Administrators say about £489,000 was owed for staff wages and holiday pay and £2.4m was owed to HMRC for unpaid VAT.

. Healey to ask EU finance ministers to let UK into Made in Europe scheme
[28 hours old]: The chancellor wants the Made in Europe programme to deepen ties with the UK "rather than erecting new barriers".

. Early Bowie music available to stream for first time
[35 hours old]: Previously unheard material from the start of the artist's career has been released for the first time.

. Japan raises interest rate to new 31-year high to curb rising prices
[27 hours old]: Central banks around the world have hiked rates as high energy prices are pushing up inflation.

. Interest rates held but Bank signals rise if energy prices stay high
[44 hours old]: Rates are held for the sixth time in a row but the Bank of England says high energy prices make a future rise more likely.

. I sent 200 LinkedIn messages and got a job: How to nail networking
[48 hours old]: From coffee chats to LinkedIn messages, here's how to network your way to your next job.

. Warm words on Canada's EU 'associate membership' but no guarantees
[41 hours old]: There is no certainty that the idea will ever get off the ground, let alone become a blueprint for other countries, writes the BBC's Katya Adler.

. Uncontrolled AI could lead to 'silicon species' rivalling humans, warns Microsoft
[50 hours old]: Mustafa Suleyman says he believes rival AI firm Anthropic is in effect teaching Claude it "may be conscious".


. OpenAI reveals six more safety issues and unveils plan to disclose incidents
[55 hours old]: The firm also announced a new system to track, investigate and disclose cases of models misbehaving, or "misalignment".

. US interest rates raised for first time in three years
[58 hours old]: Rates were hiked in a unanimous decision despite fierce opposition from President Donald Trump, who had called for a cut.

. Snapchat open to putting time limits on teens, boss tells BBC
[59 hours old]: Evan Spiegel says it would be "an important step forward for the industry" in an interview with the BBC.

. EU chief backs plan for Canada to become 'associate member'
[58 hours old]: Trump, who has frequently clashed with Canada's PM, threatens to cut trade with the European Union in response to the proposal.

. Petrol and diesel price rises push UK inflation higher
[68 hours old]: Summer holidays and disruption to global oil supplies by the Middle East conflict stoked price growth.

. OpenAI boss says world 'right to be afraid' but should trust AI firms
[72 hours old]: Sam Altman and other tech CEOs say there are incentives to limit advancements in AI, as fears grow over the threats it poses to humanity.

. Henry Zeffman: Andy Burnham and his chancellor have a battle on their hands as the Budget approaches
[68 hours old]: The Budget is only six weeks away and the economy is undoubtedly the biggest challenge facing the prime minister.

. We managed to get jobs after uni - here's how we're keeping them
[74 hours old]: Four recent job starters share their tips on what helped them have a smooth transition and survive their first few days.

. UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada
[83 hours old]: Supporters of the scheme say the bank would enable governments to get cheaper loans to spend on defence projects.

. Complaints to watchdog about water firms soar
[75 hours old]: Many complaints were about affordability, after customers saw steep hikes to bills.

. Would you buy branded clothing from your favourite tech firm?
[59 hours old]: Nvidia, OpenAI and Anthropic are all now selling their own limited edition fashion lines.

. Can Europe recharge its battery industry?
[203 hours old]: Europe has some promising battery tech, but can it make up ground lost to Chinese battery giants?

. I asked my husband to pay into my pension when we had a child - here's why
[203 hours old]: Molly and Taylor Haylett explain the changes to how they managed their finances when they started a family.

. Why some experts increasingly fear AI will take over
[227 hours old]: AI agents went on an uncontrolled hacking spree, leaving some in the industry worried

. Should promotion depend on how workers use AI?
[251 hours old]: More companies are tying career progression to AI use: is that fair?

. 'Tirana teeth': Albania hopes to be the new Turkey for dental work
[265 hours old]: The Balkan nation is aiming to become a new centre for medical tourism.

. From 'dog fruit' to darling: India's avocado boom
[365 hours old]: Demand for avocados is booming in India and local growers hope to grab more of the market.

. Prosecco, cakes and beauty products - how to get birthday freebies and why there's a catch
[363 hours old]: Cake, coffee, make-up and burgers are just some of the free things you can get on your birthday.

. Why wait? Business grads buying firms to install themselves as CEO
[395 hours old]: Impatient to be the boss of an established company they are borrowing money to fund their purchases.

. 'My parents won't lend me £10k but helped my brother': When families play financial favourites
[467 hours old]: So-called financial favouritism can cause jealousy and resentment long into adulthood. Here is how experts say you can avoid it

. Economy minister accuses SoS of 'mischief making' in social media exchange
[22 hours old]: Dr Caoimhe Archibald posted on X about a new one-off electricity bill reduction, which Sir Chris Bryant reposted saying the UK government funded it.

. 'I would tip up to 30% at a restaurant'
[29 hours old]: New Yorkers and Londoners share what they usually tip in a restaurant - and whether tipping culture has gotten out of hand.

. Councils to share £5m in 'emergency food aid' as living costs rise
[29 hours old]: The money from the Welsh government will amount to around £200,000 to every council.

. Mixed feelings from consumers as electricity discount to be given to NI households
[41 hours old]: The one-off £63 reduction in electricity bills will be applied from next month.

. Why the UK is dithering over what to do about e-scooters
[1403 hours old]: Why is it taking so long for the government to regulate them, and what are the consequences of delay?

. Why Gen Z are planning for life without a state pension
[1931 hours old]: Many younger people do not believe the state pension will exist when they are older

. The furious dispute over what caused Air India flight 171 to crash
[2411 hours old]: The final conclusions of the investigation have yet to be published, although more could become apparent in the coming days.

. How the High Street became a window on our political instability
[2483 hours old]: High Streets have declined in recent years. What does this tell us about the UK?

. Dragon Deborah opens with a terrible negotiation tactic
[21 hours old]: Deborah Meaden makes a bold opening move in response to a pitch.

. Former shoplifter ran 'steal-to-order' Whatsapp group
[24 hours old]: Keeley Knowles ran a Whatsapp group with about 200 people asking her to steal specific designer items.

. Why Trump's hand-picked Fed chair defied him by raising interest rates
[58 hours old]: The 0.25% increase comes despite fierce opposition from the US president, who has called for rates to be cut.

. The Documentary
[56 hours old]: Katy Watson explores Australia's relationship with China - partner, rival or 'frenemy'?