Middle East Sanctions: UK Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband says Britain will ban trade and impose targeted sanctions on companies tied to Israeli settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank, aligning with a growing coalition including France. Security & Espionage: Russia’s FSB alleges a Ukrainian plot to stage a “false-flag” terror attack on British ambassador Nigel Casey in Moscow, involving a detained embassy security guard. Economy & AI: ONS data shows UK GDP grew 0.4% in July, driven by services and computer programming, with AI-linked business activity cited as a boost. Media & Tech Deal: Planetcast is buying BroadStream Solutions to expand integrated playout and accessibility products for broadcasters and content owners. Culture & Ticketing Buzz: The Bayeux Tapestry exhibition opens at the British Museum after a sold-out run, with “Tapestry-mania” and record ticket sales. Pop Marketing Moment: Oasis confirms a 2027 return via a drone light show over Manchester’s Etihad, spelling out key dates for fans. Local Crime: A man is convicted of terrorism and public order offences after social media posts supporting proscribed groups and stirring up racial hatred. Travel Appeal: A British man missing in Benidorm after missing his flight prompts urgent family appeals to the public.