A 23-year-old British university student has disappeared after attending a boat party on the Tagus River in Lisbon, Portugal, with his family now desperately appealing for information about his whereabouts. Julian Amaral was last seen after the vessel returned to shore, while Portuguese authorities have launched searches involving maritime police, divers and an Air Force helicopter.

Uber and British technology company Wayve have launched London’s first self-driving taxi service, allowing passengers to book autonomous vehicles through the Uber app. The rollout is currently limited to 15 cars, each carrying a licensed safety driver, but the move has already sparked concern over job losses, safety and whether driverless transport should replace human drivers.

Amelia Dimoldenberg has announced that her hugely popular interview series Chicken Shop Date will come to an end after more than 12 years, bringing one of YouTube’s most recognisable formats to a close. The comedian and presenter will release a final run of episodes before stepping away from the show that transformed her career and introduced her to audiences worldwide.

Topicals founder Olamide Olowe is stepping down as chief executive and becoming chairwoman of the skincare company, with former Fenty Beauty executive Sukiana Chancy taking over as CEO. The leadership change marks a new chapter for the rapidly growing brand, which is preparing for further international expansion while Olowe remains involved in shaping its wider direction and future.

A man in his 20s has died after entering a canal while being pursued by police near Notting Hill Carnival in west London. Officers and members of the public pulled him from the water and attempted CPR before he was taken to hospital, as the circumstances surrounding the pursuit are now being investigated by the police watchdog.

Laurie-Anne Power KC has reflected on being turned away from school as an 11-year-old for wearing a Rastafarian head wrap, before becoming a criminal barrister and one of the UK’s pioneering Black female silks. Her journey from East London to the top of the legal profession has been shaped by resilience, ambition and determination to challenge inequality.