Six tries and a big win - but were Ireland ruthless?
Despite a six-try and 30-point win over Argentina, Andy Farrell and Tadhg Beirne admit Ireland could have been more ruthless in Friday's win.
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Friday 6 November 2026
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England 'disappointment' fuels Dewsbury-Hall's Everton heroics
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall responds to his England omission by scoring a stunning goal to inspire Everton's 3-1 comeback victory over Coventry City.
Leicester hold nerve to knock out sixth-tier Oxford City
League One side, and 2021 champions, Leicester City avoid an upset as they beat sixth-tier Oxford City 4-2 at the MGroup Stadium, to reach the second round of the FA Cup.
‘It was all of us’: Khawaja says entire Australia team knew about sandpaper ball tampering plot
Former Test opener says object also used on cricket ball in Port ElizabethCA remains ‘comfortable’ with bans only for Bancroft, Warner and SmithUsman Khawaja has claimed “all” of the Australia touring party knew about the plot to tamper with the ball against South Africa in Cape Town in 2018 and the team also used sandpaper during the second Test at Port Elizabeth.The former Australia batter said…
Bristol Rovers shock Cambridge United to reach round two
League Two side Bristol Rovers end a run of six matches without a win, as they shock League One side Cambridge United, beating them 2-0 at the Memorial Stadium, to reach the second round of the FA Cup.
With Stephen Miller pick, Trump readies for a battle
The US president's promotion of Miller, a loyal partisan firebrand to be his new chief of staff sets up likely clashes with Congress.
Lampard feels hair pull should have led to Coventry penalty
Coventry had a trio of decisions go against them in defeat at Everton, with Frank Lampard suggesting a hair pull should have been a penalty.
'Two games we have thrown away'
Bolton Wanderers boss Steven Schumacher spoke to BBC Sport following their 3-1 defeat by Derby.
Man unexpectedly recovers from a knife wound through his eye and brain
It's the exact path, not the apparent severity that matters most, doctors say.
Franz Ferdinand turning to art at Glasgow Print Studio
Kirsty Wark and Sanjeev Kohli are also among those taking part in the Call and Response project.
From young offender to junior doctor: 'I wrote a plan and stuck to it'
Steven Beattie left Scotland's most violent prison 20 years ago vowing to turn his life around.
Delays expected as two weekends of M8 closures begin
Scotland's busiest motorway will be closed in both directions as work takes place to replace two footbridges in Glasgow.
As a baby I lived in a protective 'bubble' but after pioneering gene therapy I beat Covid twice
Rhys faced spending his life in isolation from the world but now works as stage crew at Butlin's.
'They shouted at demons inside me' - survivors want ban on gay conversion practices
Ian Smith, 56, said that for months afterwards he would wake up in the night screaming.
Boy, six, third child in his family to die after suspected arson attack in Ireland
Elliot English died on Friday from injuries sustained in fire in Waterford that also claimed lives of his parentsA six-year-old boy has become the third child in his family to die after a suspected arson attack in Waterford that also claimed the lives of his parents, police have said.Elliot English died on Friday at Children’s Health Ireland hospital in Crumlin from injuries sustained in the 13 O…
Ships loiter near subsea cables amid Iran's warnings to Trump
Iran threatened to attack subsea cables if US escalates military strikes again.
'Big decisions' affected the game - Lampard
Coventry City head coach Frank Lampard is frustrated after three "big decisions" went against his side in their 3-1 defeat by Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium.
Alcaraz beats Fritz to help Jodar reach ATP finals
Carlos Alcaraz saves two match points to beat Taylor Fritz in the Paris Masters quarter-finals - a result which helped Spanish compatriot Rafael Jodar qualify for the ATP finals.
Barry scores twice as Everton fight back to beat Coventry
In-form Thierno Barry scores twice as Everton came from behind to beat Coventry as the Toffees move into fifth in the Premier League table.
Man, 35, charged with murder of Carrie Mullane
Police say the last confirmed sighting of Carrie Mullane (Noonan) was on 10 October when she left Limerick to travel to Enniskillen.
WTA chair apologises to Pegula for airing of 'diva' comment
WTA chair Valerie Camillo apologises to Jessica Pegula after her "diva" comment about Mirra Andreeva was live-streamed.
Cornell faculty pass no confidence vote over leadership's handling of Jane Doe allegations
Friday's resolution by academic staff is largely symbolic as they do not have the power to remove those in charge of the university.
Critical incident declared in South Wales after car 'damaged by gunfire' - with two arrested
A critical incident has been declared in South Wales after a car was damaged by gunfire, police said.
Keenan hat-trick inspires six-try Ireland to emphatic win against Argentina
Ireland 42-12 ArgentinaCarreras scores twice in Nations Championship defeatIf taking each game as it comes is the North Star for every sportsman then it wasn’t easily visible approaching this opener to November’s international window. There has never been a time when Ireland and Argentina liked each other. Not in the era when their collisions were uncapped affairs – by Ireland – and certainly not…
Sale edge to Prem Cup win over Bristol as Saints beat Leicester
Northampton keep their hopes of reaching the Prem Rugby Cup semi-finals alive with a dominant derby win over Leicester.
Re-releases of Wing Commander, Ultima titles hit Steam and GOG
It's mostly bad news from EA lately, but preservation efforts are nice to see.
Whole Australia team knew of sandpaper use - Khawaja
Usman Khawaja claims the entire Australia team knew about the use of sandpaper to tamper with the ball in the final Test of their 2018 series with South Africa.
Keenan hat-trick as six-try Ireland beat Pumas
Hugo Keenan scores a hat-trick of tries as Ireland open the home leg of the Nations Championship with a commanding bonus-point win over Argentina in Dublin.
Raith Rovers go top with Dunfermline draw
Watch highlights as Raith Rovers take over at the top of the Scottish Championship from Partick Thistle on goal difference, with visitors Dunfermline Athletic third on the same points as the Fife derby ends goalless.
Thierno Barry double fires Everton to comeback win against Coventry
The most optimistic Evertonian – if that is not an oxymoron – could not have envisaged David Moyes’s team sitting fifth in the Premier League and Thierno Barry just behind Erling Haaland in the goalscoring chart at the end of the club’s calamitous transfer window. Yet there they are, team and striker defying all expectations, following a rousing if fortuitous comeback against luckless Coventry.Fr…
US stocks stage tepid recovery after $3.2tn rout fuelled by AI fears
Magnitude of rebound was feeble compared with historic recoveries from severe sell-offs
Child, 6, dies weeks after Waterford arson attack
The attack happened last month at the family home on the outskirts of Waterford in the Republic of Ireland.
Cornell faculty vote 'no confidence' in university leadership after alleged gang rape
Cornell University's Faculty Senate has approved a resolution declaring "no confidence" in the institution's leadership amid a crisis sparked by an alleged 2024 gang rape.
Armed police respond to incident as residents told to avoid area
Local events, including a firework display, were cancelled in Morriston, Swansea, on Friday evening.
Meghan's father Thomas Markle appears in court over child sex abuse material
The 82-year-old was arrested in Florida after the FBI searched two Los Angeles-area storage units he rented.
Three men charged in US with using AI to impersonate CEOs and steal millions
Men allegedly impersonated voices and images of executives to convince employees to send large paymentsThree foreign nationals were arrested and charged with using AI to allegedly impersonate corporate CEOs and attorneys to steal over $100m, according to an indictment that was newly unsealed by the US Department of Justice.According to a press release from the United States attorney’s office for…
Real Madrid and PSG keen on Suzuki - Saturday's gossip
Paris St-Germain and Real Madrid interested in Aston Villa keeper Zion Suzuki, Inter Milan weighing up move for Crystal Palace's Chris Richards, plus more.
Heddlu arfog yn ymateb i ddigwyddiad yn Abertawe
Mae swyddogion heddlu arfog yn ymateb i ddigwyddiad yn ardal Treforys, Abertawe, gyda thrigolion yn cael eu hannog i osgoi'r ardal.
‘It’s the final goodbye’: Monty Don bows out with a blissful last Gardeners’ World
TV’s most soothing gardener bids viewers farewell in his own inimitable style: poetically, and with barely a hint of fussMonty Don paces through his garden, slowly and deliberately. “Welcome to a beautiful day,” he announces. Autumn has hit and the greens of Longmeadow have modulated into soft yellows and oranges. He’s right. This is as idyllic as his place will get.“But,” he warns, “we know wint…
Anthropic to press ahead with IPO targeting $1.5tn valuation
Claude-maker intends to list before Thanksgiving despite brutal tech rout
Chainalysis says hackers stole credentials and tokens for all of its customers
Company said a "multifront cyberattack" included AI agents and an on-path data snatch.
Title race is over - but intrigue in F1 continues
This weekend's Sao Paulo Grand Prix is in many ways the first page of the first chapter of the next championship battle.
Charlton at risk of being chewed up with WSL step up ‘an absolute ocean’
Pointless after eight games, Karen Hills’ team are struggling to compete against clubs with chunkier walletsPlayed eight, lost eight. Welcome to the Women’s Super League, Charlton Athletic, a club in danger of being chewed up, toyed with and spat straight back out by the top tier.Bruised by their 6-0 defeat against Chelsea on Sunday, last season’s playoff winners are finding WSL life tough, conce…
Ex-OpenAI employee accused of spying pleads not guilty
Abdulrahman Alfozan, a Saudi Arabian national, was arrested last month after a bug was discovered in the AI lab’s office
Boy, 6, dies in hospital after house fire that killed four members of his family
A six-year-old who sustained critical injuries during a house fire that killed four members of his family has also died, police said.
Earth's churning mantle may have created the Great Unconformity
Explaining the Great Unconformity, where Cambrian deposits sit on top of older rocks.
Third person charged over stabbing death
Adrian Brown was found with stab wounds to the chest on Raby Street in Moss Side on 8 May.
Can results be sole measure of Wales' World Cup?
The view from within is that Wales should not be judged solely by scorelines at the Women's Rugby League World Cup.
Man, 23, admits possessing terrorist documents including IRA manual
Jac Glyn Pari Edwards admits possessing a manual with instructions on how to manufacture explosives.
Stephen Miller, architect of Trump’s immigration crackdown, to become White House chief of staff
US president confirms Susie Wiles, current chief of staff and first woman to serve in the role, will step downUS politics live – latest updatesStephen Miller, Donald Trump’s most controversial aide and the architect of his sweeping immigration crackdown, will become his new White House chief of staff days after Republicans lost control of the US Congress in US midterm elections.The president anno…
Nvidia hardware worth $11.4M vanished between Oakland and Texas
6 pallets of hardware vanished en route to Texas, with no arrests 2 months later.
Harry and five others seek to challenge Mail publisher privacy ruling
The Duke of Sussex and other public figures lost a High Court case against the publisher of the Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday.
Developer ends lucrative screensaver deal with Roku because Fox bought it
Developer: “I can’t be part of the Fox world.”
Macklemore says that nine US arenas turned down his Free Palestine tour
Rapper called out ‘intimidation, manipulation and suppression’ in a social media post, claiming major arenas refused to host him after the Ed Sheeran controversyMacklemore says that nine major US arenas have refused to host his Free Palestine fundraising tour, calling out “intimidation, manipulation and suppression” tactics.In an Instagram post, the rapper says that he hoped to bring the tour to…
Houston to limit police cooperation with federal immigration authorities
Mayor said only immigrants that ‘pose a danger’ would be referred to ICE, after Democrats gain control of governor’s seatThe mayor of Houston on Friday said the city would limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, heralding “a new model” of immigration enforcement after Democrats won power in Texas for the first time in decades.Houston’s mayor, John Whitmire, said the city would go…
Army veteran gets first permanent home in 20 years
James Makinson says a housing scheme has given him security after decades spent living on the road.
Russell Brand suspected to have attacked at least 10 other women
Met police chief says ‘many more’ victims could come forward, as actor and comedian awaits sentencingPolice are bracing themselves for more victims of Russell Brand to come forward with at least 10 more women suspected of being attacked by the disgraced star.Brand, 51, will be sentenced on Monday to what is expected to be a lengthy jail sentence for rape and sexual assaults after he abused his fa…
Sebastián Lelio, director of A Fantastic Woman and Gloria, dies aged 52
The Chilean film-maker, whose films starred Florence Pugh, Julianne Moore and Rachel Weisz, died at his home in SantiagoChilean film-maker Sebastián Lelio has died at the age of 52.He was best known for the Oscar-winning trans drama A Fantastic Woman and his English-language films included Gloria Bell and The Wonder. Continue reading...
Injury crises and Borthwick under scrutiny: it’s that time of year again for England rugby
Sunday’s hosts need to stop looking for excuses and focus on what they can control to kick off the Nations Championsip against battle-hardened AustraliaSeveral things are increasingly guaranteed from an English rugby perspective around this time of year. Bang on cue the injury news and the weather both start to worsen. Cracks in the relationship between the players and their head coach, in this c…
‘Minimal look, maximal politics’: how the black T-shirt became a political weapon
Worn by Democrat Abdul El-Sayed, Andy Burnham and Volodymyr Zelenskyy, fashion experts say the look radiates authority and no-nonsense masculinityFor years the black T-shirt was consigned to the clothing category of plain basics. A hidden layer rather than the main event. But modern politics has pushed it to the frontlines as a sartorial shortcut to signal power.The progressive Democrat Abdul El-…
FAA to finally ditch floppy disks in what it calls "historic" tech upgrade
FAA information display systems to be floppy-free at 435 sites by end of 2028.
Trump replaces White House chief of staff days after Republicans suffer midterm defeats
Miller, who moves into the new role on Monday, has been a close political ally of Trump's.
Buatsi booed at weigh-in before world title bout
Joshua Buatsi is booed by the supporters of Willy Hutchinson at the weigh-in for their WBC light-heavyweight title fight on Saturday.
Bellinghams celebrate ‘beautiful story’ as Jobe joins Jude in Tuchel’s England 2.0
Jude had asked head coach to scout Dortmund midfielder‘It will be beautiful for Jude to have his brother close’Thomas Tuchel has given a first England call-up to Jobe Bellingham, admitting the midfielder’s older brother, Jude, had nagged him to do so, as he set up the prospect of their family dream being realised.Tuchel’s inclusion of the younger Bellingham for the Nations League ties against Cro…
ECB forecasting losses of up to £50m in 2027 despite visit of Australia for the Ashes
Concern among counties due to reliance on ECB fundingOptimism that eventual figure could be reduced to £35mThe England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is forecasting losses of tens of millions of pounds next year despite hosting the Ashes, with county executives told last week that the deficit could be as large as £50m.The anticipated shortfall, after posting a profit of £12.6m in 2025, is due to a…
Want to have a better chat? Scientists say the secret is ‘pink noise’
The most enjoyable conversations strike a balance between exploring a topic and pulling in fresh ideas, study findsAs an early stab at rules for conversation, Cicero did a fine job: watch your tone, never look bored, never lose your temper and never ramble on, particularly about yourself, he advised.Now scientists have followed in the great orator’s footsteps and discovered a telltale signature o…
Trump to replace Susie Wiles with Stephen Miller as chief of staff
Dramatic move comes three days after president’s Republican Party suffered bruising defeat in midterm elections
Prince Harry and others launch appeal after losing Daily Mail phone-hacking claim
Harry, Doreen Lawrence, Elton John, David Furnish, Elizabeth Hurley and Sadie Frost face £50m bill after rulingPrince Harry and five other prominent figures have launched a legal challenge against a judge’s verdict in their unsuccessful claims against the Daily Mail publisher Associated Newspapers.Harry, Doreen Lawrence, the mother of the murdered black teenager Stephen Lawrence, the singer Elton…
Activists break into building site of Microsoft datacentre in Amsterdam
Separate actions also take place outside fence and across Europe in backlash against impact of AI boomActivists have stormed the site of a Microsoft datacentre being built in Amsterdam, as the backlash to the social and environmental harms of the AI boom spreads across Europe.Protesters from Geef Tegengas, a Dutch direct action group, clashed with police while breaking into a construction site at…
Convicted killer found guilty of murdering Uddingston man
Liam Kippen, 31, attacked 38-year-old David Graham in Uddingston before the victim's wife went to his aid.
Two arrested on suspicion of child neglect after safety concerns at nursery
A 49-year-old man from Cardiff and a 29-year-old woman from the Caerphilly area have been bailed.
'Unexplained neurological symptoms' behind Henderson absence
TreVeyon Henderson says "a series of unexplained neurological symptoms" are the reason for his absence for the New England Patriots.
Two more DoJ officials resign, including US attorney leading inquiry into Trump rivals
Jason Reding Quiñones led investigation into whether Trump’s rights were violated during 2020 election inquiryA US attorney overseeing the so-called “grand conspiracy” investigation into Donald Trump’s rivals announced on Friday he is leaving the Department of Justice, one of several officials to leave the department in recent days after sweeping Democratic wins in the midterm elections.Jason Red…
Player-coach rift report will only galvanise England - George
England hooker Jamie George says the squad are "really upset" by a newspaper article claiming the end of their summer tour was marked by player unrest over Steve Borthwick's leadership.
Everton v Coventry City: Premier League – live
⚽ Premier League updates from the 8pm GMT kick-off⚽ Today’s Football Daily | Live scores | Table | Mail ScottIf Everton win this match tonight, they go above Liverpool; if they win it big – five goals big – they leap over Chelsea into fourth spot. Things are going pretty well for David Moyes and his men, who are outperforming expectations that were set miserably low after an underwhelming transfe…
The folks behind John Wick are back with Karōshi trailer
Stuntman/director Chad Stahelski and 87Eleven bring us an action-packed dystopian, futuristic thriller.
Scotland come full circle for another crack at All Blacks
Sione Tuipulotu and Scotland have the chance to end one of sport's longest-standing hoodoos against New Zealand on Saturday, writes Andy Burke.
Three arrested on terror charges after pro-Palestinian Action rally
Two women and a man have been charged in connection with terrorism offences.
Meet Fu Shuang and Ping Ping: New giant pandas in Atlanta
The newest residents of Zoo Atlanta are on loan from China as part of a six-year agreement.
Badger rescuer criticised by wildlife welfare charities
Three charities say the case of Harriet the badger raises serious animal welfare concerns.
You know the launch market is tough when satellite companies start building rockets
"The Blacklift rocket is the springboard to significantly expand our total addressable market."
Wainwright goes up a level in Prem with Leicester
Wales number eight Aaron Wainwright aims to show against Japan that he has added to his game after swapping Dragons for Leicester.
The Guardian view on the AI backlash: American voters want a say in their future | Editorial
The tech sell-off exposes fragile promises, while Democratic victories offer a chance to protect workers and hold firms accountableThis week’s midterms showed that the political bill for the AI boom is falling due. The Democratic sweep intensified fears over runaway spending, mounting debt and resistance to datacentres, sending tech shares tumbling. On Thursday Wall Street suffered its worst day…
The Guardian view on Russell Brand: his conviction sends a powerful message | Editorial
The brave women who testified against the star have struck a blow against the sexual entitlement that he personifiedThe conviction of Russell Brand for one rape and three sexual assaults on Thursday would never have happened were it not for the remarkable courage of his victims. There was no guarantee, before the trial, that he would be found guilty; two more rape charges and one of attempted ind…
The Ivy criticised for labelling AI content as made by in-house designers
The restaurant in Glasgow was criticised online for its "misleading" use of AI generated images.
Arestio dau ar amheuaeth o esgeuluso plant mewn meithrinfa
Mae dyn a dynes wedi cael eu harestio ar amheuaeth o esgeuluso plant mewn meithrinfa yn y Coed-duon.
Spain's rail authorities face European fraud probe after Urda rail disaster
Prosecutors begin investigating EU funds meant for upgrading the Spanish railway line where a train crash killed 69 people.
“Does Meta think we can’t read?” Meta abandons sketchy commercial terms update.
Meta won't force Facebook page owners to allow AI training on linked content.
'It's tradition' - Hundreds gather for huge annual bonfire on housing estate
The "unofficial" community event took place in the heart of Penrhys housing estate.
Russell Brand has finally faced justice. But other abusers in comedy are still hiding in plain sight | Sarah Solemani
I love my industry but it contains people who leave a secret trail of pain and devastation totally at odds with their stage and screen personasSarah Solemani is an actor, writer and activist who starred in the Bafta-winning comedy Him & HerI’ve worked in comedy in some capacity for several decades, and I include in that a year in a call centre in north Finchley run by a man who embraced the early…
Street fireworks arrests amid Bonfire Night disorder
It is illegal to throw or set off fireworks in the street, police say.
James Talarico: the Democrats’ rising star who turned Texas blue
The 37-year-old senator-elect combined Christian faith and anti-corruption messaging to give the left its first statewide win in decades
Woman accused of Greggs thefts was sister's double
Police said the defendant had been wrongly identified as she looked similar to her sister.
US warns China it must ‘immediately’ meet terms of Busan trade deal
Washington says Beijing is not fulfilling commitments to increase supply of rare earths and other critical products
Prince Harry to appeal after privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher dismissed
Prince Harry and other household names are appealing a judge's decision dismissing their privacy lawsuit against a newspaper group.
What happens after the ‘blue wave’? Our team answers your midterm election results question
Democrats have taken control of Congress in a sweeping blue wave. Our reporters answer your questions about the results of the midterm electionsLive results from the US midterm electionsGrauniad9999 asks in the comments: With the Democrat Senate majority and the likelihood of Maga / Republican splintering, what is the odds of achieving impeachment numbers in the Senate?Lauren Gambino, senior poli…
Under-16s could be banned from buying energy drinks in Wales
Young people in Cardiff told BBC Wales they supported the proposed ban.
Hamilton v Leclerc: how can Ferrari solve problem of two number one drivers?
The Scuderia are hopeful of being in the world championship mix next season but risk puncturing their chances if they can’t corral their men in the cockpitsGoing into this weekend’s São Paulo Grand Prix, all indications are that the status quo at Ferrari will no longer suffice for Lewis Hamilton if the Scuderia’s ambition to return their first drivers’ F1 championship since 2007 is to be taken se…
Wisconsin reports measles death of a baby, first death in over 35 years
Next week, experts will determine if the US has lost its measles elimination status.
Could the AI bubble burst after Democrats' midterms sweep? - The Latest
Global tech stocks have plunged after the Democrats’ victory in the US midterm elections, with fears of a slowdown in AI development. Major tech corporations including Apple, Tesla and Nvidia shed about $1tn in a single trading session. Is this stock market jitters, or a sign the AI bubble might be about to burst? Lucy Hough speaks to senior economics correspondent Richard Partington Continue rea…
The Cop31 climate summit is betting on electrification – but still needs a plan to ditch fossil fuels
Electrification alone won’t deliver a clean energy transition. Two major challenges remain.
Scotcast: Inside the mind of a bare-knuckle boxer
MMA fighter Stevie Ray on making his bare-knuckle debut.
Anthropic lines up UK retail offer as AI stocks wobble
Analysts warn demand may be dented by the SpaceX slide
Burnham aims for ‘quite radical change’ in support for young people
Prime minister says ‘root and branch review of childhood’ is needed and he does not rule out some benefit cutsThe government is aiming for “quite radical change” in the way young people are supported, Andy Burnham has said, indicating this could include tougher rules for benefits as well as notably more help with everything from finding work to mental health.In media interviews before the release…
Martine Rose appointed creative director at Balenciaga
Fashion house move marks breakthrough in white, male-dominated industryFor the first time in its 109-year history, the fashion house Balenciaga is to be led by a woman, with the British designer Martine Rose appointed as creative director of the brand.Her appointment at Balenciaga marks a breakthrough in the white, male-dominated fashion industry. Rose is only the second Black woman to lead a maj…
James out for minimum of five games - Bompastor
Sonia Bompastor says Lauren James is out for at least the next few weeks, casting doubt on her availability for England's World Cup qualifying play-off matches.
Autism, masking, and building a more inclusive world | Letters
Readers respond to an article by John Harris on the rise in the number of people labelled autistic over the last 20 yearsJohn Harris’s article addresses all the main issues that are being debated around autism (‘The term is becoming unrecognisable’: have the experts who believed in a single autism spectrum changed their minds?, 1 November). However, I feel it did not go far enough to broaden our…
Israel’s election and self-definition invite questions | Letters
Dr Richard Skues responds to an article by Jonathan Freedland in which he says the opposition can’t win unless they join forces with Arab partiesJonathan Freedland is surely right that the Israeli political parties opposed to Benjamin Netanyahu should make common cause with their Palestinian fellow citizens (This is the hard lesson from Israel’s election: to stop nationalist populists, you can’t…
Like the Danes, we need to pay for the society we want | Letters
Karin Blak responds to an article about children’s homes in crisis and what can be learned from the Danish systemAs a Dane who went through Danish children’s services, and later worked in Sure Start centres as a family therapist in England, I found your article particularly resonant (English children’s homes are in crisis. Does Denmark hold the answers?, 1 November). Adopting similar care here re…
John Smedley will always be in vogue | Letters
Tim Heavisides recalls his fondness for the historic fashion firm and his enduring attachment to a black jumperRe your report (Fashion and tradition: how John Smedley is innovating in a tough market, 1 November), I was fortunate to grow up with a mum who was interested in good quality clothes and fashion, and who, when I was 17, bought me a black rollneck top. Think Roger Moore. Think Illya Kurya…
Is Palmer's England career over under Tuchel?
Cole Palmer faces a fight to save his England career after he was excluded from Thomas Tuchel's latest squad, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
UK dairy farmers face further pressure as milk processor cuts prices
Freshways lowers price paid to producers by 7p a litre, prompting warnings confidence in the sector is ‘at rock bottom’“Milk is leaving the farm at a loss,” says dairy farmer Ian Harvey, as he warns confidence in the sector is “at rock bottom”.Most of the UK’s dairy producers were already being paid less for their milk than it costs to produce it after a year of volatile farmgate milk prices, com…
M30’s Sparkling Stars
This NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image released Nov. 5, 2026, provides a lesson in galactic history. The sparkling collection of stars is named Messier 30 (M30) after the French astronomer, Charles Messier, who cataloged M30 and other diffuse objects that might be mistaken for comets in the early telescopes of Messier’s time. M30 lies about […]
Could potential AI clones of GTA VI force a quicker official port?
A former Rockstar tech director thinks the developer is facing new time pressures.
Spate of bomb threats poses serious challenge to airline industry
After a week of disruption, airlines are facing both safety and financial concerns.
Man who murdered student on railway line jailed
Dino Donaldson is jailed for at least 23 years after stabbing Anojan Gnaneswaran in Twickenham in 2024.
Can Labour unpick the immigration knot?
The Home Office must restore public faith wrecked by the gulf between political rhetoric and reality
Struggling to spell ‘male chauvinist pig’? Apple’s grey list means your iPhone won’t help you
There are more than 100,000 words and phrases that the tech giant has restricted its predictive text from completing, research shows“Australia is a very bad place to question your sexuality on MDMA with NSA spies” might be a text you would wish to send to your friends, if you have had an extraordinarily complicated night out in Sydney.But your iPhone won’t help you spell any of it if you try to s…
Four midterms takeaways for 2028 White House race
The buzz about the presidential election is already under way - here's what we learned this week.
‘He left the world in ruins’: the author who defied the Taliban and burning tyres to tell Alexander the Great’s epic story
He is the most powerful ruler ever – and his first biographer was crucified. What drew Edmund Richardson, winner of the £50,000 Baillie Gifford prize, to his short tumultuous life?He was the most powerful man in the world but he was brought down by one battle too many after a decade at the top. The story of Alexander the Great might be more than 2,000 years old, but it seems timely that a new bio…
US tech stock rout: is the AI bubble bursting?
After Thursday’s share price plunge on Wall Street, could the volatility be the start of a huge market meltdown?Business live – latest updatesGlobal financial markets have been thrown into a tailspin as investors bet on an AI slowdown after the US midterm elections.This is not the first time stock markets have wobbled in recent months due to concerns over a tech bubble. But could this volatility…
Premier League news: United’s Baleba out for weeks, Maresca backs Donnarumma
Carrick says it is possible to restore former glory at Old Trafford with time and Unai Emery confirms Aston Villa contract talks Continue reading...
BBC Nations boss champions Welsh language amid 'serious' cuts
Rhuanedd Richards said financial cuts were 'serious' but BBC must represent "every part of Wales".
Supercomputing Tech Demo Schedule
Supercomputing 2026 Join NASA in the Exhibit Hall (Booth #4038) for presentations by NASA experts. Full Tech Demo schedule below. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 10:00 AMType-safe Templates in Fortran 2028Tom Clune10:30 AMType-safe Templates in Fortran 2028Tom Clune11:00 AM Type-safe Templates in Fortran 2028Tom Clune1:00PM Mixing and Matching and Multiple Versions, Oh My!Brad Richardson1:30 PMMixing and Ma…
Wrexham chief executive Williamson leaves after two years
Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac confirm Shaun Harvey will take key role at the Racecourse as Williamson departs
Camu nôl mewn amser i siop unigryw yng Nghaernarfon
Cyfle i gael cipolwg ar hen siop 'unigryw' yn nhref Caernarfon.
Redevelopment aims to reduce traffic around port
The scheme aims to create space for up to 500 additional lorries and expand border processing.
Speed limit cut on major road over safety barrier fears
Part of a major road in Angus sees its speed limit cut after resurfacing work left a safety barrier 50mm (2in) too low.
Global stocks fall amid ‘big worries over AI’ after Democrats’ midterms triumph
Asian and European markets follow US tech rout with many analysts predicting more waves of selling to comeBusiness live – latest updatesEuropean and Asian stock markets fell sharply on Friday after the Democrats’ decisive victory in the midterms triggered a rout in US tech stocks a day earlier.A sell-off on Wall Street on Thursday was followed by sharp falls in Asian stock markets on Friday. The…
Meghan Markle’s father arrested in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material – reports
Markle, 82, was taken into custody near Tampa, according to news wires from AP and Reuters, citing unnamed sourcesThomas Markle, the father of Prince Harry’s wife Meghan Markle, has been arrested by US federal agents in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material, according to federal law enforcement sources.Markle, 82, was taken into custody near Tampa, according to news wires from…
Interest rates are making UK homes less affordable, even as wage rises increase faster than house prices
Mortgage payments are putting home ownership out of reach.
Prolific burglar who stole £500k of valuables jailed
Dionis Doku, 45, stole from Kent, Surrey, London and Buckinghamshire in the space of four months.
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Dyn ifanc o Wynedd wedi cyfaddef cyhuddiadau terfysgaeth yn Llys y Goron Lerpwl ddydd Gwener.
Could the US midterms put a pin in the AI bubble?
Fears of more AI regulation appear to have sparked fear among investors, but concerns about the industry have been growing for some time.
Raped wife learned of 20 years of abuse after husband's arrest
Nine men are accused of taking part in or facilitating the abuse of a woman at her husband's invitation.
Marilyn Monroe is a magnetic misfit in Speculations, a spicy conspiracy drama full of bombshells
Marylebone theatre, London Trevor Nunn directs Torben Betts’s intriguing but flawed play following US journalist Dorothy Kilgallen’s theories about the KennedysA smartly dressed woman hammers away at an old-style typewriter in a drawing room. She is the real-life American journalist and conspiracy theorist Dorothy Kilgallen (Janie Dee) and bears the gimlet-eyed look of Angela Lansbury in Murder,…
Amateur cricketer 'Clicky Pointing' banned for two years over viral cheating
An amateur cricketer dubbed 'Clicky Pointing' has been banned from the sport for two years over cheating during games.
‘I feel free now’: Shabana Mahmood’s immigration shake-up provokes mixed emotions
Some relatives of British citizens say they feel left behind, but announcement has brought relief to many care workers“The only time we’re regarded as human beings is when they need a lot of hands onboard, like during Covid. But after that, we’re tossed away like we’re some rubbish,” Aneisha Williams says.Williams, 39, was months from qualifying for indefinite leave to remain after 10 years in th…
It's a weird time to buy a laptop, but the new MacBook Pro doesn't skimp on quality
It has the best laptop screen we've used, but there may be reasons to wait.
Parkinson seeks Wrexham repeat performance against Wolves
Phil Parkinson has challenged his Wrexham players to show the same mentality against Wolves on Saturday as they did in their win over Middlesbrough.
New wave of bomb threats hit European airlines
No link has been established between the threats against the airlines and those against the media outlets.
The Fifa hopeful hoping to take Infantino down with 'samurai spirit'
Gianni Infantino's first challenger for the presidency tells BBC Sport why he is standing in the election.
Europe alarmed by US plans for security deal with Russia
European officials fear Washington could strike agreement with Moscow that undermines Nato and restores Russia’s sphere of influence
Killer who bragged after fatally stabbing student jailed
A man who bragged after fatally stabbing an accounting student in southwest London has been jailed.
Brand's barrister refers himself to regulator after report he confronted journalist
Ian Winter allegedly confronted a reporter outside court who had investigated the comedian.
‘It’s in our blood’: Lebanon, Ukraine and Syria rugby league teams fly the flag despite horrors of war at home
Players from war-torn countries say they are determined to ‘give people hope’, ‘put the country on the map’ and ‘wear the badge with honour’By No Helmets RequiredThere are many reasons for a country to not play rugby league. Being at war does not seem to be one of them. Last Sunday, a few miles apart in Sydney, Syria and Lebanon played international fixtures on contrasting stages. Syria hosted a…
US midterms: women voters helped drive the ‘blue wave’
Women turned out to vote in significant numbers and were elected in historic fashion.
AI won’t ever make a historically accurate film – but it could help archaeology create better stories
The evidence we have from Troy is incomplete so it’s impossible to create complete historically accurate images from it.
Briton Dubois to face Han in lightweight unification
Britain's Caroline Dubois will take on American Stephanie Han in a lightweight unification bout on 20 February in Texas.
Whirlwhind year from Wolverhampton to Hong Kong for Leger heroine Osborne
Classic success resulted in contract to ride at high-profile meeting for outstanding female jockeySaffie Osborne’s year began with a ride on a 150-1 chance in a race worth £7,000 at Wolverhampton on 6 January, when she trailed in last of the seven runners. Its final chapter will open on Sunday in the decidedly glitzier surroundings of Sha Tin racecourse in Hong Kong, where Osborne has 10 rides on…
Kenyan doomsday sect leader jailed for 200 years over 191 murders
Paul Mackenzie convicted over the deaths of 190 children and one adult after followers were ordered to starve themselves and their familiesThe leader of a Kenyan doomsday sect has been sentenced to 200 years in prison for the murders of 190 children and one adult in one of the world’s worst cult disasters in recent history.The sentence, comprised of 100 years for murder by starvation and 100 year…
AI stocks climb after trillions wiped from market values
Investors had been selling off tech shares in part due to concerns the Democrat election victory would mean slower AI development.
Watch: Is it the end of the road for Tesla's Cybertruck?
The car company's CEO Elon Musk has said production will halt in Texas, to focus on the firm's self-driving Cybercabs.
‘He’s manipulating its power’: why did Russell Brand convert to Christianity?
Sincere or self-serving, the disgraced comedian’s case shows how the church became a culture war frontierThe women whom Russell Brand raped and sexually assaulted have for weeks endured the ordeal of a heavily publicised trial. Throughout, Brand held online prayer meetings with followers. Does he feel Christian sympathy for those women?Only Brand, in the deepest recesses of his conscience, can kn…
Democrats start plotting as civil war breaks out among Republicans | Politics Weekly America
Jonathan Freedland hosts a live panel to look at what happens next – for Donald Trump, the Republicans who might want to succeed him, and for Democrats looking ahead to 2028. He is joined by the Guardian’s Washington bureau chief, David Smith; Tara Setmayer, a co-founder and CEO of the Seneca project; the Guardian’s global editor, Devika Bhat; Adam Smith, a professor of US politics and political…
Experts on why your back hurts – and what to do about it
Are you one of 600 million people with lower back pain? Osteopaths identify the most common causes – and remediesWas jet-washing the patio the straw that broke the camel’s – and your – back? That’s a possibility, but experts say the actual causes of back pain may surprise you – and it’s a bigger issue than most may realise. The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that lower back pain is the l…
The 36 best Christmas gifts in the UK for every kind of teenager – chosen by teens
From Polaroid cameras to skincare, loungewear to gaming accessories, here are the presents teenage boys and girls told us they rate for 2026• Homemade Christmas gifts anyone can makeBecause there is no doubt your teen thinks they know better than you, we took them at their word and asked what they think makes the perfect gift for Christmas (or other religious festival they celebrate).To ensure th…
Hong Kong’s prisoners are China’s signal to the world: there is no hope for democracy on its soil | Nathan Law
My friend Joshua Wong was due to be released next January. Under draconian security laws, his sentence has been extended by 10 yearsTwo years ago, I wrote in this newspaper about the lengthy imprisonment of my friend Joshua Wong, who I spent years campaigning alongside for the advancement of Hong Kong’s democracy. He was given an unjust sentence meant to keep him behind bars until January 2027. H…
‘A global political awakening’: how gen Z protests are sweeping the world
From Serbia to Bangladesh and India to France, young people are pushing back against authoritarianism and reshaping political landscapesIn Brazil, they rallied online by the millions, sharing videos and spreading memes. In Serbia, they cycled across Europe and ran ultramarathons to make their voices heard.Both movements burst into international public view last month as they became central during…
Burnham says he was not aware of Brand's 'horrific' crimes
The prime minister told the BBC that Labour politicians courting the comedian a decade ago had not been aware of his crimes.
Thomas Markle arrested by FBI in Florida - report
The Duchess of Sussex's father, Thomas Markle Snr, has been arrested by the FBI in Florida on charges related to child sexual abuse material, sources have told The Associated Press.
Spice Girls: The Singles Collection review – stop fleecing your fans right now, thank you very much
(Virgin)The reunion that fans were hoping for turns out to be a cash-grab box set – though there is a worthwhile curio featuring Posh on lead vocalsIs there a more taunted fanbase than that of the Spice Girls? Seemingly every other week a story – usually perpetuated by Mel B, the band’s number one cheerleader – appears in the tabloids hinting at some sort of reunion. Or film. Or documentary. Swif…
Is natural toothpaste really as good as fluoride? Tooth decay expert on the difference
Fluoride helps prevent tooth decay, but some toothpastes leave it out. Researchers examine the evidence behind natural and herbal alternatives.
Four ways thinking like a strategist can make you a better padel player
My expertise in strategic management has given me an advantage on the padel court.
Brand's barrister reports himself over altercation with journalist after verdict
Russell Brand's barrister has reported himself to the Bar Standards Board after an altercation with a journalist following the verdict.
Russell Brand's barrister reports himself to watchdog over behaviour after verdict
Russell Brand's barrister has reported himself to his professional regulator after clashing with a journalist following the comedian's convictions.
Russell Brand barrister reports himself to watchdog over confronting Sunday Times journalist
Ian Winter KC told Rosamund Urwin, whose investigation led to Brand’s victims coming forward, ‘I hope you are pleased with yourself’Russell Brand’s barrister has reported himself to his professional regulator after being accused of launching a tirade at a journalist shortly after the former comedian had been found guilty of rape.Ian Winter KC confronted the Sunday Times journalist Rosamund Urwin,…
UK retail investors buy the dip after bruising tech sell-off
Platforms report high demand for Nvidia, SpaceX, Micron, AMD and Alphabet stocks
Jaguars ease past Ravens who slump to fourth straight defeat
The Jacksonville Jaguars open NFL week nine with a convincing 33-10 victory over the Baltimore Ravens, who slump to a fourth straight defeat. .
Katherine Ryan feels 'grief and relief' over Brand guilty verdict
Comedian Katherine Ryan has said she feels "grief and relief" after Russell Brand was convicted of rape and sexual assault.
Portugal coach 'knew nothing' about Ronaldo retiring
Portugal coach Jorge Jesus says he "found out when we all did" about Cristiano Ronaldo's retirement from international football.
The most diverse, anti-establishment Congress in history is cause for optimism
After years of outrage or numbness being the main options for dealing with politics, Tuesday’s results were permission to be optimisticThis was originally published in the Stakes 2026, a newsletter about the midterm elections. Sign up to get it in your inboxWe shed some tears this midterm cycle.US politics always makes people emotional, but I heard from friends and colleagues many times this year…
'Incredible achievement for the family' as Bellingham brothers called up
It may be a surprise to some but Jobe Bellingham's call up to the England senior side has been a long time coming.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang summoned by Congress over Chinese espionage concerns
Lawmakers want answers about Jensen Huang’s ties to an alleged Chinese intelligence asset.
Ireland name uncapped duo for T20 tournament
Ireland name two uncapped players in a 14-strong squad for the Emerging Nations Trophy T20 tournament, with Lara Maritz included after last playing for her country in 2021.
Fin Smith fit to face Australia as Ben Curry replaces injured twin Tom in England line-up
Maro Itoje captains England after missing summer TestsConcerns Tom Curry may miss all Nations ChampionshipFin Smith has successfully come through his final fitness Test to be named at fly-half for England’s autumn opener against Australia while Ben Curry is selected at openside flanker for the first time since the summer of 2025.Steve Borthwick has made four changes to the side that beat Argentin…
Arrest made over theft of historic gold trophy from museum
Police Scotland said the man was later released without charge and inquires into the theft are ongoing.
Police renew appeal into death of biker, 19, who fell into sea after cliffside crash
Police believe the local community has "direct information" that could assist the investigation.
If Dune is this generation’s Star Wars, we are all in big trouble
According to Florence Pugh, Denis Villeneuve’s stunningly strange and breathtaking universe is the equivalent to George Lucas’ heroic space opera. Let’s hope notA long time ago, far far away, in a galaxy called the 1970s, kids dreamed of joining the rebellion, rescuing a princess and blowing up the Death Star. Peer into the cosmic tea leaves and it would become immediately clear that no amount of…
Yaxel Lendeborg is the NBA’s most entertaining rookie – and he’s not holding back
The Warriors’ freshman has spent his first weeks in the NBA antagonizing superstars, speaking his mind and emerging as one of the league’s most compelling personalitiesIf a screen-addled pickup basketball player teleported into the body of a high-level athlete, they might resemble Yaxel Lendeborg. The most commonly cited fact about Lendeborg is that he used to spend 12 to 14 hours a day gaming, a…
No police pursuit before teen died in crash - watchdog
The Independent Office for Police Conduct is investigating a moped crash in which a man, 18, died.
Fly-half Smith fit to steer England against Wallabies
Fly-half Fin Smith recovers from a calf injury to steer England in their opening Test of the autumn against Australia on Sunday.
Fearing AI disruption, white-collar workers are quitting their jobs
While there’s no evidence linking AI to mass layoffs, the tech has already ‘changed worker psychology’When artificial intelligence researcher Mrinank Sharma quit his job at Anthropic earlier this year, the news rippled across the internet. In his resignation letter, posted on X and viewed 15.3m times, Sharma warned of a world “in peril” from the technology he had helped build.“It is clear to me t…
Oxford, Bethnal Green and the Guardian: surprising British backstory of senator-elect Abdul El-Sayed
In a Guardian article in 2010, the Oxford Rhodes scholar said UK democracy had the ‘upper hand’ over the USUS politics live – latest updatesIn the tense final hours before his dramatic election as senator for Michigan in this week’s midterms, Abdul El-Sayed had a heated encounter with a British TV journalist that rapidly went viral.As James Matthews of Sky News tried to ask him a question, El-Say…
‘I’m not shaving my legs just to not orgasm’: 14 single women on their relationship to sex
Women of all ages across the globe open up about their sexual experiences amid a time of supposed societal sexual upheaval The recently released film Wicker is full of sex. So much sex that some theaters released a 4D version where audiences can feel their seats creak in sync with the passionate lovemaking of the protagonist, a fisher played by Olivia Colman, and her husband, played by Alexander…
I have flung myself headfirst into Sarah J Maas’s romantasy universe and I find myself a changed woman | Johanna Cosgrove
Some dismiss books like A Court of Thorns and Roses as mere genre fiction. But reading for pleasure has its own magical powerFitness influencers love to inform us that “summer bodies are built in winter”, and boy oh boy have I spent the last three colder months in the southern hemisphere in a deep phase of preparation. I had a meticulous spreadsheet. I tracked everything with military precision.…
No more Cybertrucks; Musk moves on from the angular metallic flop
Tesla wanted to unseat the Ford F-150, instead it made the Edsel look successful.
EU charges TikTok with failing to protect users’ mental health
Regulator’s initial ruling says algorithm ‘can be harmful’ and led young and vulnerable viewers ‘down rabbit holes they can’t easily escape’Business live – latest updatesTikTok has been charged by the European Commission with failing to protect users’ mental health by exposing them to a relentless stream of content that risks worsening eating disorders and anxiety in a case that strikes at its bu…
Talking points as Premiership prepares for international break
Celtic and Hearts return to Scottish Premiership action with contrasting European fortunes, so what are the key talking points in the last fixtures before the November international break?
England secure group top spot with Ireland win
England beat Ireland 68-32 to secure top spot in Pool A and book their place in the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup semi-finals. They will face co-hosts Australia on Tuesday, after completing the group stage with a 100% record.
Met chief warns that 'policing will fail' without major reforms
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley has warned that “policing will fail” without major reforms, including reducing the number of regional forces.
Women's rights matter more than any league, say Afghan cricketers
Afghanistan Refugee Women's cricket team players express disappointment foreign players have signed up for the country's franchise league.
US economy outstrips forecasts to add 165,000 jobs in October
Hiring rebound led by professional services underscores strength of American labour market
Don’t wash your laundry at teatime – why planning energy use can reduce your bills
Electricity is being priced by the time it is used, not just by how much, so timing really matters.
Further bomb threats disrupt at least another 18 flights across Europe
Media organisations in Ireland and UK also affected as apparently coordinated effort to cause chaos continuesA fresh wave of bomb threats has disrupted air traffic across Europe but the affected planes landed safely and searches revealed no explosive devices.The latest alerts affected at least 18 flights to or from Bulgaria, Czechia, France, Italy, Hungary, Cyprus, Romania, the UK and Portugal. D…
My portfolio returns went from hero to zero (actually I’d take zero)
One stock in my Asia fund made me look clever for months. Not so much now
Rocket Report: Artemis II literally tore through the atmosphere; New Glenn delay
Interstellar Technologies announces more government funding for the Japanese Zero rocket.
Bonfire Night violence: We can't accept this as normal, says Police Federation
Seven people were arrested and a police van set alight during Bonfire Night violence in parts of Scotland.
US midterm results spark fears in Israel over future of two countries' ties
Staunch US support of Israel has been raised as one of the reasons why Republicans performed so badly.
AI could transform mathematics, but humans will still need to be in the loop
AI solutions to longstanding maths problems have sent shockwaves through the mathematics community.
This weightlifting technique can help older adults stay fit and independent as they age
Muscle power fades faster than strength as we age. One small change to how you lift could help.
Double murderer given extra 22 years for historical sexual assaults
A former Royal Navy petty officer who is serving a life sentence for two murders has been jailed for a further 22 years for sexually assaulting three young naval recruits and a 14-year-old boy in the 1990s.
Two cleared of drive-by gang shooting of teen girl
A rapper and his friend have been cleared of murdering a 17-year-old girl after four trials.
Wales scraps controversial Uganda tree-planting scheme
The Welsh government has given more than £4m to the scheme since 2015, but will end it due to budget pressures.
Forward O'Donnell returns to Leigh after NRL spell
Australian forward Kai O'Donnell returns to Leigh Leopards after a spell in the NRL with North Queensland Cowboys.
Katherine Ryan says she feels 'grief and relief' after Russell Brand conviction
The comedian had previously spoken about an unnamed "predator" in the entertainment industry.
The Download: a humanoid cleans house and Samsung builds for the AI boom
This is today’s edition of The Download, our weekday newsletter that provides a daily dose of what’s going on in the world of technology. I watched a humanoid robot clean my apartment. It felt like a taste of the future. —Grace Huckins When I saw an X post about a new humanoid-robot cleaning service in…
Fake detective conned woman out of gold worth £1.5m
Foysol Ahmed, 37, has been jailed for eight years after targeting the "vulnerable" woman for months.
Flávio Bolsonaro battles to remain relevant as he speaks at rightwing conference at Mar-a-Lago
Far-right politician speaks to Conservative Political Action Conference and makes unsubstantiated claims about election fraud Flávio Bolsonaro, the far-right politician who lost Brazil’s presidential election last month, has insisted his defeat is not “the end for Brazil” as he battles to maintain political relevance after fleeing to the US.Bolsonaro absconded early last week shortly after losing…
Westwood worried for DP World Tour after LIV collapse
Former world number one Lee Westwood expects the PGA Tour to "play hardball" with its European counterparts following the demise of LIV.
Stewart hoping unlikely path leads back to top
Ross Stewart has gone from semi-pro football to the Premier League, and from a job in Glasgow's land registry office to the World Cup.
‘I’m never going to be bloody Robert De Niro!’: Rob Brydon, the most chipper man on TV
The nicest man in acting is back with new comedy, Bill’s Included. He talks about rejecting Hollywood, refusing to play a villain – and why he just can’t make fun of Steve Coogan‘I’m a nice person, you know,” says Rob Brydon, as I met him in a basement green room of the BBC, where probably nobody with such a mellow ego has ever sat. “I am a people-pleaser. That’s who I am.” It’s an unnecessary cl…
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has revived the midnight game launch – but was it worth the wait?
When our writer found himself among the hundreds on Oxford Street hoping to get their hands on early copies and collectibles, it was a heartwarming reminder of the shared experience of fandom• The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time review – a dream come trueIt is Thursday night and I am sat blurry-eyed and runny nosed outside the Argos on Oxford Street. Incredibly, I am far from alone. This is not…
‘Profound anger’ among black voters over Kemi Badenoch’s slavery remarks
Operation Black Vote chair says Tory leader’s claim that Britain should not apologise has caused ‘hurt and disbelief’The Conservative leader, Kemi Badenoch, has caused “profound anger, hurt and disbelief” among many black voters with her comments about transatlantic slavery, according to the chair of Operation Black Vote (OBV), who urged the prime minister, Andy Burnham, to apologise for Britain’…
'It would be pretty special' - Chessum on England captaincy links
Ollie Chessum says that he relishes being an on-pitch leader after being tipped as a long-term successor to England skipper Maro Itoje.
Kenyan doomsday cult leader jailed for 200 years over 191 murders
Cult leader Paul Mackenzie has been sentenced to a total of 200 years in prison for the murder of 190 children and one adult in the Shakahola Forest, on the Kenyan coast, between January 2021 and September 2023.
ANC faces bruising defeat in South African local elections with 80% of ballots counted
Former liberation movement’s share of national vote almost 14 percentage points below 2021 resultThe African National Congress is on course to suffer a bruising defeat in South Africa’s local elections, with the once dominant party of Nelson Mandela falling to under a third of the vote nationally with more than 80% of ballots counted.Wednesday’s fragmented vote marks another stage in the decline…
US rockets firm could take over mothballed Highland spaceport
Colorado-based Leap is looking at the spaceport near Tongue as its first launch site outside of the US.
English Folk Dance and Song Society Changes Name
It marks a major shift as the organisation approaches its centenary Cecil Sharp House The English Folk Dance and Song Society has formally changed its trading name to Folk England, a decision it says aligns with a mission to "make folk music, song, and dance inclusive for all." Founded in 1932 following the merger of the Folk-Song Society and the English Folk Dance Society, the decision represent…
‘Shawarma law’: Abdul El-Sayed never shied away from Islamophobic provocations
The successful Democratic contender for a Michigan Senate seat parried the many insinuations lobbed by RepublicansAbdul El-Sayed said he did not expect to be “a main character of this midterms”, but the first Muslim elected to the US Senate in history will take his seat in January after a vitriolic campaign that cast him as the central villain of the president and his party.By October he told the…
RFU boss confirms WRU Anglo-Welsh league approach
RFU chief executive Bill Sweeney confirms the WRU has officially asked to join an Anglo-Welsh league, although no talks have taken place.
Llywodraeth Cymru ddim am barhau i gefnogi cynllun plannu coed Uganda
Mae elusen sy'n gweithio gyda chymunedau brodorol i hyrwyddo plannu coed yn Uganda yn mynd i golli ei chyllid gan Lywodraeth Cymru.
Sports quiz of the week: red cards, records, retirement and relegation
Have you followed the big stories in football, rugby league, tennis, cricket, rugby union, Formula One and athletics? Continue reading...
Survival expert Ray Mears: ‘We Britons need to toughen up’
The bushcraft master on why wars are won by civilians, how executives can learn self-reliance — and which wild plants are worth eating
Record sightings of rare moth in Glen Affric
The Affric Twitcher is found almost exclusively in the Highland glen.
Man investigated for leaving 17-year-old on Germany's highest mountain
The teenager was eventually rescued on Zugspitze and has since been discharged from hospital.
Man held on suspicion of murdering woman, 79
A 52-year-old man who was arrested in Winwick, Warrington, has since been released on bail.
Most Europeans want action to tackle climate crisis but not at any cost, poll shows
YouGov survey finds support for tree planting and emissions taxes but opposition to air travel and fuel leviesEurope live – latest updatesEuropeans believe human-made climate change is real, a survey has shown, with most feeling action must be taken soon – as long as they do not have to sacrifice too much to achieve it.The YouGov poll of six European countries showed between 69% (Germany) and 80%…
Man who abused vulnerable children for three decades jailed
The court heard distressing evidence of Thornburn carrying out physical and sexual abuse to multiple victims over three decades.
Dream ticket? Super-rich can sleep pretty with Singapore Airlines ‘largest double bed in the sky’
Cabin upgrade is move to offer wealthy passengers ever greater luxury as airlines compete for their businessBusiness live – latest updatesSingapore Airlines has said it will offer the “largest double bed in the sky” as part of a S$2bn (£1.2bn) cabin upgrade as super-rich passengers demand ever greater levels of luxury travel.The first-class premium cabins will feature what the airline claims is “…
Train worker recalls repelling Huntingdon attacker with frying pan
Samir Zitouni used a frying pan against train attacker Anthony Williams, jurors hear.
How 2000s lad culture helped Russell Brand to hide in plain sight
The behaviour that formed the backdrop to Brand's prosecution also helped elevate him, writes the BBC's media editor Katie Razzall.
The John Lewis Christmas ad captures the deep need for grandmothers
Science shows that being closely involved in each other’s lives protects grandparents against isolation and helps kids flourish.
Your pictures of Scotland
A selection of photographs submitted to BBC Scotland News from around the country this week.
Labour’s immigration dilemma: with social care exceptions, the party is trying to have it both ways
Immigration has always caused ideological tensions for the party.
MTV Dirty Sanchez star Michael 'Pancho' Locke dies aged 47
Locke starred in Dirty Sanchez as a stuntman and skateboarder called Pancho, and co-owned a clothing brand.
What Tommy Robinson’s conviction tells us about the cost to journalists reporting in the public interest
The far-right activist could face prison for harassing two Daily Mail journalists.
New wave of bomb threats targets Irish media and EU flights
Incidents come a week before two major summits in Dublin to be attended by 50 European leaders
Woman arrested in murder probe as man found dead
A woman aged 40 is in custody after a man in his 50s was found dead at a property in Millmead Road.
Monument Technology in talks about £20m funding round
A banking technology business which wants to become one of the industry's leading platforms is plotting a £20m fundraising as it seeks to expand globally.
‘We’ve been preparing for the worst all year’: uncertainty grips Iran after Trump midterms defeat
While some fear another full-scale war, others are less sure – but both agree repression at home will continueJust hours after the US midterm election results delivered a crushing defeat for the Republican party, pro-regime crowds gathered in Tehran’s Enghelab Square to set fire to a giant banner depicting Donald Trump, his vice-president, JD Vance, the US envoy Steve Witkoff and the Israeli prim…
'Clicky Ponting' cheating scandal cricketer banned from sport for two years
An amateur cricketer is banned for two years for his role in the ‘Clicky Ponting’ cheating scandal that made headlines across the globe.
Has Anderson lived up to the hype after Man City move?
As Elliot Anderson returns to Nottingham Forest after his £116m move to Manchester City, has he lived up to the price tag?
Palmer misses too many chances to impress - Tuchel
England manager Thomas Tuchel says Cole Palmer "misses too many chances to impress" after not selecting the Chelsea forward for England's November Nations League fixtures.
Permane to stay as Racing Bulls team principal
Red Bull extend Alan Permane's contract as boss of their second team until the end of 2031.
Man given 15-year ban on owning animals after training dog for fights
Sean Alexander Mullen's Patterdale terrier was found with serious facial injuries by the Scottish SPCA.
After the midterms, the global right is reeling. But the danger of Trumpism will never be gone | Jonathan Freedland
Yes, the Republicans suffered humiliating defeat. But the fact that a Trump presidency was even possible means something like it could happen againHe’s down, but not quite out. Barring divine or other intervention, Donald Trump will remain in the Oval Office for a further two years and 10 weeks. Or, as the White House put it in a plaintive social media post brimming with neediness: “PSA [Public S…
'True Millwall' will return, says fit-again Coburn
Millwall striker Josh Coburn believes the Lions can rediscover the form that took them to the play-offs in 2025-2026.
Cyfarwyddwr y Cenhedloedd 'erioed wedi gweld sefyllfa mor ddifrifol' i'r BBC
Mae Cyfarwyddwr y Cenhedloedd newydd y BBC yn dweud ei bod hi "erioed wedi gweld sefyllfa mor ddifrifol i'r gorfforaeth".