Scott Colom wins historic Senate race in Mississippi
Democrat becomes the first Black man to represent the state since reconstruction
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Svitolina stays in WTA Finals hunt after remarkable fightback sees off Muchova
Ukrainian wins 3-6, 6-2, 6-2 after eight-minute timeout‘I tried to direct this anger towards the ball’Elina Svitolina staged a remarkable comeback to beat Karolina Muchova and remain in the hunt for the WTA Finals title.The Ukrainian looked to be on her way out of Indian Wells when she was a set down and required an eight-minute medical timeout. But she recovered to win 3-6, 6-2, 6-2 and stay in…
People feared trapped after building collapses in New York
Firefighters say people are trapped under rubble after a three-storey building in Brooklyn collapsed.
Some under-25s should get less benefits, Milburn review to say
The proposed radical overhaul of the welfare system would move under-25s off the main sickness benefits.
How Scott Colom won deep-red Mississippi with little help from Democrats
Democrat chatted up people at hair salons, colleges and at Trump rallies to become Mississippi’s first Black senator since ReconstructionThe ad is simple, less than half a minute long, but many say it was the moment the nation took notice of Mississippi’s US Senate race.In it, the incumbent Republican senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, a cattle farmer, answers a reporter’s question about the rising price…
CEO Jensen Huang's job is suddenly on the line at Nvidia
The FBI is investigating as Nvidia’s board holds urgent talks over Huang’s future.
Nvidia board set to meet after revelations Huang had affair with top company executive
Head of US chip giant comes under mounting pressure days after claims he had affair with alleged Chinese spy
Nvidia shares hit 52-week low amid claim CEO had second affair
Nvidia shares have fallen to a 52-week low - after US media outlets claimed that its CEO has had a second extramarital affair.
Two skulls likely belonging to enslaved people returned to Brazil after Harvard used them in eugenics studies
Remains believed to have belonged to Africans or Afro-Brazilians repatriated after being flown back by diplomats Two skulls, including that of a man believed to have taken part in Brazil’s greatest slave revolt but whose remains were taken to the United States and used in racist eugenics studies at Harvard University, were repatriated on Wednesday.The remains had been outside Brazil since the 19t…
'I got a bit angry at myself' - Svitolina keeps WTA Finals hopes alive
Elina Svitolina says she "got a bit angry at myself" to inspire a comeback victory over Karolina Muchova at the WTA Finals and keep her semi-final hopes alive.
'Summer was a wake-up call, winter could be dire' warning over food supplies
Wales needs to grow more fruit and veg or it will be at the mercy of wars and climate change, says expert.
'How am I meant to plan anything?' The frustration of a seven-month driving test backlog
Long driving test waits are leaving learners facing rising costs, delayed independence and months of uncertainty as they wait to get behind the wheel.
Mobile home residents missing out on energy deals and support, report warns
The arrangement with site owners often means residents have no say on contracts, tariffs or billing arrangements.
Free SAD lamps given out as disorder 'makes it hard to do anything on darker days'
Seasonal affective disorder can affect mood, energy and sleep during the winter months.
British soldier charged with rape of woman serving in Cyprus
Lance Corporal Nicholas Horne serving in The Highlanders was arrested and charged in October.
Stephen Curry attacks treatment of women after former players criticize wife Ayesha’s movie kiss
Warriors star defends wife over romantic comedy roleArenas called Ayesha ‘only blemish’ on Curry familyFour-time NBA champion condemns double standardsGolden State Warriors star Stephen Curry has criticized several ex-professional athletes for questioning his wife Ayesha’s decision to appear in a romantic comedy featuring an on-screen kiss, accusing them of diminishing her accomplishments and per…
UK appoints world’s first special representative for climate security
Exclusive: Madeleine Alessandri, chair of the joint intelligence committee, will take on the role of advising No 10 on climate-related national security risksThe UK government has appointed the world’s first special representative for climate security, in the strongest sign yet of fears that climate breakdown will bring chaos to the country.Prime minister Andy Burnham will announce the move on Th…
Welsh NHS bosses call for multi-year health funding
Next week Welsh ministers will unveil next year's draft spending plans for all public services.
Lego marketplace BrickLink offline after 'unusual activity' detected
Known as the eBay of Lego, it has been down for three days and is yet to disclose what caused the shutdown.
Hunting Alice Bell review – this conspiracy theory thriller starring Simon Pegg is a hot mess
Inspired by the story of Maxine Carr, this twisty drama follows a group of women accused of helping a killer. It tackles everything from witch hunts to incel culture … and unravels like a real-life version of The TraitorsHunting Alice Bell begins with a familiar scene. A woman has been found guilty of aiding and abetting Jason Nash (Simon Pegg), a murderous anaesthetist and also her former boyfri…
Father of infant buried alive charged with attempted murder
The father of an 11-month-old boy rescued after being buried alive in a dog crate has been charged with attempted murder in South Carolina, police said.
US withdraw from U-17 World Cup in Qatar due to safety concerns
USSF cites state department advisory about QatarCompetition set to kick off in eight daysThe US men’s national team have pulled out of the Fifa U-17 World Cup, which is due to kick off in Qatar in just over a week. In a letter sent to players explaining the decision, the US Soccer Federation cited safety concerns for players and staff, referring them to the US state department’s travel advisory f…
Wales' papers: Reform boycotts Senedd and man guilty of murder
A review of the front page stories from the daily and weekly newspapers in Wales.
Hegseth and advisers reprimanded by guard at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
Following a wreath-laying ceremony marking Veterans Day, a group that included Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth was shouted at by a US Army sentinel to be quiet.
Arsenal join Scott chase - Thursday's gossip
Arsenal contact Bournemouth about midfielder Alex Scott, Manchester United add two defenders to list of potential targets, Aston Villa weigh up move for Chelsea midfielder Romeo Lavia, plus more.
Woman, 80, in critical condition after being set on fire
An 80-year-old woman set on fire outside her flat has been named by police.
Mosque handed warning over 'inflammatory' sermons seeks legal advice
An Islamic centre that was given an official warning for hosting "inflammatory, divisive" sermons by the charities regulator is seeking legal advice.
Meeting of two lost souls: can Pochettino make it work at Manchester United? | Barney Ronay
Manager has been hurt by experiences at elite clubs but several players at Old Trafford could fit his playing styleWelcome, Mauricio, to the meat grinder. Or rather, welcome back. We’ve been expecting you. There is nothing surprising in the news Manchester United may be on the verge of appointing Mauricio Pochettino. United are always on the verge of appointing Pochettino. This is a club that has…
Human torso found on sofa in Sydney bushland prompts homicide investigation
Police called to Lane Cove North on Wednesday after sofa found containing human torso believed to be that of adult manGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastNew South Wales police have launched a homicide investigation after a human torso was found in bushland on Sydney’s lower north shore.Police said they were called to Lane Cove North about 2.30pm on Wednesday after receivin…
Democrats pledge to expose ‘absolute avalanche of corruption’ under Trump
Congress member Jamie Raskin says he will launch sweeping probe of president and allies but warns party to avoid impeachment ‘distraction’
T-Mobile illegally imposed 50 GB cap on low-income home Internet plan, NY says
Law requires 25Mbps home Internet. T-Mobile lowers speed to 600Kbps after 50GB cap.
Anduril demos night-vision sensor for tracking satellites in darkness
"What's unique is it's got a huge dynamic range. We can see things in full dark."
Team reviewing alleged war crimes did not see key evidence, Afghanistan inquiry told
Key information on photographic evidence was left out when an independent review team was asked to examine whether UK special forces had committed war crimes, an inquiry has heard.
University's £16m savings will lead to 150 job losses, says union
The university says it has to make "difficult" decisions to save £16m by the end of 2027-28.
Trump says 'we won' Iran war during Veterans Day service
US President Donald Trump placed a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier before making remarks at the Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery.
SS United States to be sunk to become the world’s largest artificial reef - watch live
The SS United States will sink off the coast of Destin, Florida to become an artificial reef, ending long-running wrangle over its fateHistoric ocean liner to ‘live on’ beneath waves as world’s biggest artificial reef Continue reading...
Libraries will not remove Walliams books, council says
Kent County Council and others in the South East say they will continue to stock Walliams' books.
'Not the answer': Labour MPs speak out against Rosebank as decision looms
There is a growing expectation among senior Labour figures that drilling in the oil field will be given the green light.
Poundland owner extracted millions when chain was on ‘knife-edge’, MPs say
Retailer’s management to seek two-week extension of legal protection from creditors in high courtMPs have accused the owner of Poundland of extracting millions of pounds from the retailer when it was on a “knife-edge” as the budget retailer seeks extra time to secure a rescue deal.The management of Poundland, which employs 12,000 people and operates 600 stores in the UK and Ireland, will seek a t…
British soldier charged with rape of army servicewoman in Cyprus
L/Cpl Nicholas Horne, from 4th Battalion of Royal Regiment of Scotland, charged with one count of rape on 23 OctoberA British soldier has been charged with the alleged rape of a UK army servicewoman in Cyprus.L/Cpl Nicholas Horne, who serves in the 4th Battalion of the Royal Regiment of Scotland, also known as The Highlanders, was charged with one count of rape on 23 October, the Defence Serious…
Tory Andrew RT Davies accuses Plaid ministers of lying to Covid bereaved families
He says the health minister told families a review would be able to compel people to give evidence.
Police believed Huntingdon train attacker had schizophrenia, jury told
Anthony Williams denies trying to kill 10 people on board a train which made an unscheduled stop.
GB and Wales' Griffiths banned after drug test
Great Britain and Wales athlete Josh Griffiths was banned after returning a positive drugs test in May.
NASA's secret weapon in the lunar space race may be ... procurement reform?
"The pace that's occurring, and the nature of the procurements, is unprecedented."
England return to site of Ashes angst but Australia gaze stuck on sandpaper
White-ball tour begins in Perth on Friday but there is only one story in Australian cricket and the tourists are not itIt feels like five minutes since England were last in pristine Perth, preparing – or rather under-preparing – to win back the Ashes, only for their glass jaw to be shattered by the flashing blade of Travis Head and a two-day defeat at Optus Stadium. But 12 months on, the mood is…
‘I’ve had to prove people wrong’: Kane still striving before record England cap
Captain’s 126th cap against Croatia will top Shilton’s recordKane aims to increase record for younger players to catchHarry Kane says he still feels a pressure to prove his worth, even as he prepares to become England’s most capped men’s player, as he outlined his determination to set records that will stand for years.The captain will make his 126th appearance against Croatia at Wembley on Thursd…
Complaint filed to IRS in relation to Fifa head Gianni Infantino’s housekeeper
It calls for inquiry into claims she was on Fifa payrollFifa: Infantino personally pays for ‘any domestic staff’A complaint has been filed to the United States Internal Revenue Service calling for an investigation into claims an individual on the Fifa payroll was working privately as a housekeeper for Gianni Infantino.If the IRS investigates and finds the claims to be proven then Fifa could lose…
Thomas Tuchel keeps laser focus on ‘unfinished business’ with England
Head coach did not insert release clause into contractTuchel ‘open to everything’ including staying after EurosThomas Tuchel will not be going anywhere before Euro 2028. Mauricio Pochettino is expected to leave his role as the USA men’s head coach to replace Michael Carrick at Manchester United, but Tuchel has not lost his passion for international football and has revealed he did not insert a re…
CoreWeave wants to sit with the credit-market grown-ups
The cloud computing group has benefited from a hitherto forgiving junk bond market
‘The world we know is over’ without urgent climate action, Marshall Islands president tells Cop31
Hilda Heine warns of effects of catastrophic global heating as world leaders meet in Turkey amid calls for urgent action on fossil fuelsCop31 live – latest updatesFailure to provide an overwhelming response to the climate crisis means “the world we know is over”, the president of the embattled Marshall Islands has warned, as dozens of leaders gathered in Turkey for the Cop31 climate summit.Hilda…
Tehran Contemporary Sounds Festival Takes Place in Berlin
The latest edition of the event takes in performances from Abdullah Miniawy, Gnäw and more Abdullah Miniawy Tehran Contemporary Sounds Festival is taking place in Berlin this week. Stretching out across six days, the seventh edition of the event brings together live performances, film screenings, talks and audiovisual presentations. The programming, which largely celebrates work by the Iranian di…
Trump planning new military assault or tighter sanctions, say Iranian officials
Regime adviser warns Tehran could be forced into pre-emptive strikes if stalemate continuesSenior Iranian officials believe the US is planning either further military strikes or an ever-tightening economic stranglehold that will push Tehran into retaliatory action.The assessment comes from Mehdi Mohammadi, an adviser to Iran’s chief negotiator in talks with the US, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. Conti…
Healey says Treasury discussing ‘worst-case’ energy support for UK households
Chancellor prepares for deepening energy crisis and says end to Iran war would be biggest boost to Britain’s economy
Famed ship SS United States to be sunk off coast of Florida
Activists unsucessfully fought for the historic liner - which crossed the Atlantic Ocean hundreds of times - to be preserved and turned into a museum.
Welsh students to start repaying loans earlier after thresholds frozen
The Welsh government said it was "unavoidable" after controversial changes in the 2025 UK budget.
Trump’s $10bn BBC battle goes ahead - The Latest
Donald Trump’s $10bn defamation lawsuit against the BBC has been granted permission to proceed, after the corporation’s attempt to get it dismissed was thrown out by a Trump-appointed Florida judge. The case focuses on an edit in a 2024 Panorama documentary that spliced two comments together that were made by the president during a rally before the January 6 Capitol riots, for which the BBC has a…
The Guardian view on welfare reform: time to retire lazy myths and stereotypes | Editorial
A speech by the leader of the opposition exemplifies much that is wrong with the way British politics conventionally talks about benefit claimantsThere is a big difference between expenditure that is rising and a rise that is “out of control”. The amount Britain spends on social security is in the former category. Too much political rhetoric around the subject assumes that it is in the latter one…
The Guardian view on Maga after the midterms: doubling down on Trumpism | Editorial
Republicans know that the president’s folly and excesses cost them the elections. That doesn’t mean they’re ready to challenge himShortly after polls closed last Tuesday, with the scale of the Republican trouncing in the midterms still becoming apparent, Donald Trump briefly adopted an oddly conciliatory tone. He declared that he was “absolutely” willing to accept the results, would look forward…
Author says there were 'real concerns' about David Walliams within publishing industry
The comedian denies allegations of sexual misconduct, inappropriate behaviour and abusing his power more than 10 years ago.
Second police incident on road where six people injured after car mounted pavement
Officers closed Hyndland Road in the west end of Glasgow again at about 16:50 following a report of concern for a person.
Taiwan’s chipmaking giant TSMC to invest $1B in Anthropic, OpenAI
Latest example of the AI boom’s circular financing comes as AI trade wobbles.
Richard Lloyd obituary
American guitarist and songwriter who was a founding member of the punk band TelevisionWhen the New York band Television released their debut album Marquee Moon in February 1977, it provoked euphoria among critics, even if they were not quite sure how to describe it – punk, art-rock, new wave, post-punk, progressive or just rock were all terms flung in its direction.It would frequently be describ…
KKR and RWE are rich firms. Why do they need a UK state loan for their windfarms? | Nils Pratley
National wealth fund is to lend £1bn towards the Vanguard projects – but whether the private equity giant needed help is debatable“This major investment in UK renewables is a vote of confidence for building in Britain,” declared the prime minister.Andy Burnham is obviously correct that the two Vanguard windfarms off the coast of Norfolk are huge investments. Together, they require almost £13bn of…
Pryder am '150 o swyddi' wrth i Brifysgol Aberystwyth edrych am £16m o arbedion
Gobaith y brifysgol yw cyflawni'r arbedion erbyn diwedd y flwyddyn academaidd 2027/28.
Missing 11-month-old baby found buried alive in a crate in South Carolina
Officials say the child was found close to his father's home on Tuesday, a day after he was taken, and is being cared for in hospital.
Trump admin loses fight to spy on random journalists’ LinkedIn DMs
Confidential sources “lifeblood” of free press, court rules in LinkedIn fight.
Raducanu to return at January's United Cup after injury absence
Emma Raducanu will make her return to tennis in the United Cup team competition in Australia in the first week of 2027.
Pope ends Argentina visit with unity plea after pushing back against Milei's agenda
Pope Leo closed an emotional visit to Argentina with an appeal for unity and reconciliation, offering a message of hope to his predecessor's polarised homeland.
S4C cancels production of paedophile head teacher drama
The broadcaster apologises for the "distress" caused after confirming the drama would not go ahead.
Burnham raised safety concerns about Manchester ‘megashed’, inquiry hears
PM wrote to transport commissioner to oppose ‘monster’ warehouse in Astley shortly before he entered No 10Andy Burnham raised safety concerns about dozens of lorries leaving a “monster” warehouse near a primary school because there was “no safe crossing” for children, a public inquiry has heard.Concerns about the 18-metre-high “megashed” in the village of Astley, Greater Manchester, are being exa…
Chickens are synonymous with cowardice. Is it time to stick up for our feathered friends? | Adrian Chiles
After Peta’s call ‘to reject mischaracterisations of chickens’, I wonder what they would make of Polish representations of polecats and Croatian cuckoosChickens don’t have it easy. On top of living largely crap, short lives, they endure the ignominy of collectively being a byword for cowardice. The campaign group People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (Peta) has written to the Oxford English…
What are the state of our grooming laws?
Some campaigners have been calling for the law to clearly define what grooming means.
Robert Bush lodges bid to appeal against sentence
Robert Bush was jailed for 20 years after 35 bodies were found at Legacy Funeral Directors in Hull.
Ex-parliamentary aide acquitted for spying tells BBC he was 'fall guy' but also 'naive'
The man, charged with spying for China, said he was "unprofessional" to send "gossiping" texts to a friend.
Legally restrict heading a football in training, says MP
An MP is calling for legal safeguards to limit repetitive heading in football training, amid growing concerns about the risk of brain injury.
Big Walk used AI to fix a bug. Now the indie gaming world is having a reckoning.
Any amount of AI coding is too much for many Indie Game Festival judges.
Former NFL coach Rex Ryan charged after allegedly hitting pedestrians with car in Nashville
Former Jets and Bills coach turned himself inRyan faces six misdemeanor charges over incidentTwo pedestrians allegedly struck in NashvilleESPN analyst and former NFL coach Rex Ryan turned himself in to police on Wednesday after allegedly hitting two pedestrians with his car in Nashville and leaving the scene.Nashville police said on Wednesday that the pedestrians had the right of way while crossi…
Why does Pete Hegseth call himself secretary of war? ‘Dopey but dangerous’ wouldn’t fit on a badge | Emma Brockes
He has survived blame for the US midterms disaster and dodged an impeachment vote, but it will be one battle after another now – and he can’t win them allLike the brief, wondrous cycle of the mayfly, we may come to look back on the career of Pete Hegseth, the US secretary of defence who cheekily rebranded himself secretary of war, as the defining appointment of the Trump era: that is, one in whic…
O'Shea proud of how team-mates handled Israel games
Republic of Ireland defender Dara O'Shea is "proud" of how he and his team-mates came through a trying October international window.
Democrats are at Cop31 to show that the US has not abandoned the fight against climate change
Democratic control of Congress means they have more power to challenge Trump’s environmental stance.
Bridget Phillipson: Kemi Badenoch has ‘no interest in supporting LGBT+ people’
Exclusive: Equalities minister says Tories are ‘chasing Reform into the gutter’ as they drop support for planned law to ban ‘conversion therapy’Kemi Badenoch has “no interest in supporting LGBT+ people” or promoting tolerance more widely, a government minister has said, after the Conservatives dropped support for a planned law to ban so-called “conversion therapy”.The comments by Bridget Phillips…
Russell Brand’s trial, rape myths and a questionable faith | Letters
Readers respond to reporting on the disgraced actor and comedian’s trial and conviction for rape and sexual assaultYou report that in the wake of Russell Brand’s trial, the government pledged “to examine calls to crack down on ‘rape myths’ in trials” (Russell Brand suspected to have attacked at least 10 other women, 6 November). This is not the first time the treatment of women in trials for rape…
Hacked fridges and other dangers lurking in the ‘internet of shit’ | Letters
One reader sounds a warning about all our devices that are connected to the internet, following a series of cyber-attacks on supermarket fridgesWell done to Alex Pearce for unplugging his fridge from the internet (Hot fridges, a fake nuclear alert and a $6bn heist: are we in the foothills of a hacking epidemic?, 8 November). My only question is why he didn’t do it a few weeks earlier, when the fi…
Clearing up confusion over iodine in milk | Letters
Cow’s milk is not a natural source of iodine. It is fortified, at the cow, notes Dale Vince of the Green Britain FoundationYou report that scientists say moving even partly from dairy products to vegan alternatives could lead to deficiencies in iodine and other micronutrients if the substitutes are not fortified (Swapping from dairy to plant-based milk, cheese and yoghurt ‘could lead to micronutr…
Asylum law changes are causing refugee families like mine terrible worry | Letter
A reader highlights how the government’s immigration changes are affecting those who have been granted asylum and wish to apply for indefinite leave to remainI am writing as a refugee who has lived in the UK since 2007. I claimed asylum in 2007, and my appeal was allowed by the first-tier tribunal (immigration and asylum) in February 2020. However, because of Home Office delays, I did not receive…
Reform UK’s vetting chief replaced after series of scandals
Tom Waterhouse steps down amid anger among the party leadership about his handling of several members accused of sexual assault and racism
Ministers consider forcing TV industry to better protect women after David Walliams allegations
Lisa Nandy expected to meet leaders from television, film and publishing and could legislate if voluntary action deemed insufficientMinisters are considering changing the law to force the entertainment industry to better protect women and children in the wake of the revelations over David Walliams and the conviction of Russell Brand.Lisa Nandy, the culture secretary, is expected to meet leaders f…
Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate race, NBC projects
Democrat Scott Colom has won the Mississippi Senate race, NBC has projected.
Two boys assaulted at Halloween party
One boy was left with serious facial injuries while another was left unconscious, Kent Police say.
Drug courier, 19, found guilty of murdering teen with zombie knife
Georgie Mears attacked Tristan Kerr with a 13.5cm (5.3in) blade in Abertridwr, Caerphilly county.
Man attacked neighbour with shotgun over 'dispute'
Navneet Kaur was found dead at her home in Hounslow after neighbours heard two loud gunshots.
All Kemi had at PMQs was jokes … and unfunny jokes at that | John Crace
Even her own MPs were stony-faced as the Tory leader ran though her set list of gags from the budget to Russell BrandUK politics live – latest updatesWell, there was one person at least who thought Kemi Badenoch had absolutely nailed it at this week’s prime minister’s questions. And that person was Kemi Badenoch. She could not have been more pleased with herself if she had tried. No one laughed l…
Apple is shuttering its 28-year-old online community forum
Apple has already made the forum read-only.
Ukraine talks in Abu Dhabi bring progress on prisoners but not on peace
US envoys to visit Moscow and Dublin on Thursday for talks with Vladimir Putin and Volodymyr Zelenskyy respectivelyRussia and Ukraine have agreed to the “largest prisoner exchange” of the war at their first US-brokered talks since February but made little progress towards a broader peace agreement.Both sides sent senior delegations to the two-day talks, led by Donald Trump’s envoys Jared Kushner…
It’s impeachment season! After the attempt on Pete Hegseth, will Donald Trump be next? | Arwa Mahdawi
Trump has already made history as the only president to be impeached twice. After the Republicans’ thrashing in the midterms, could there be a third attempt?The days are getting shorter, the nights are getting longer and some Republicans are getting nervous. After a long stretch of impunity, it’s impeachment season in the US. While the attempt to impeach the defence secretary, Pete Hegseth, faile…
What is my cat saying? I asked experts to translate
Slow blinking and trilling are some of the ways felines show affection – but experts say to ‘read the whole cat in context’I talk to my cat, Blue, constantly. I say things like, “You’re my little baby,” and “Wow, good jump,” and “Can you stop being a jerk for like, two seconds?”She also seems to say a lot, like, “Feed me,” “Feed me right now,” and “Stop working and play with me.” Continue reading…
Eddie Jones retains his passion and divisive power heading into England reunion
Japan head coach was criticised for discarding players harshly during his Red Rose tenure but that tough love has paid off for someTo listen to Eddie Jones chewing the fat on assorted podcasts this week is to admire the enduring thickness of his coaching skin. The old crocodile smile is still intact too, along with his sense of humour after an interaction in a lift with a fan after his Japan side…
How to Rob a Bank review – Amazon’s anti-capitalist caper is far from a riot
Nicholas Hoult, Anna Sawai and Pete Davidson play Robin Hood in this simple-minded and unexciting attempt to mix social commentary with actionIn case you were somehow blissfully unaware, America is in a very dark place and Americans are not very happy about it. Last week’s midterms saw a historic blue wave propelled by the high cost of living and the low trust in those making decisions, but resto…
Are we investigating police officers properly?
The recent rape convictions against police officers and the battle for public trust.
What to know about this year’s UN climate talks
It’s that time of year again: Thousands of delegates, lobbyists, and journalists are gathered for the annual UN climate talks, taking place this time in Antalya, Turkey. COP31 officially kicked off on November 8, marking the beginning of negotiations on one of the biggest stages of the climate world. Turkey and Australia are cohosting this…
Senior Reform UK official quits as questions over vetting failures continue
Departure of Tom Waterhouse, Reform’s ‘latest fall guy’, will be blow to party amid push towards professionalisationUK politics live – latest updatesReform UK’s general secretary has left the role as Nigel Farage’s party continues to face turmoil over questions about vetting failures and professionalisation.The departure of Tom Waterhouse comes after Reform UK’s leader on Hampshire county council…
Poundland to stave off collapse as US owner continues talks with buyers
Gordon Brothers supports extension of moratorium on creditor claims after intense criticism from politicians
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent relocated after alleged Iranian threats
Bessent is now one of several Trump administration officials to live on military bases due to safety concerns.
Leader, role model, extraordinary - how Kane's 'fairytale' came true
From 21-year-old who scored 79 seconds into his debut to being on the brink of breaking his nation's appearance record, BBC Sport looks at Harry Kane's England career.
Does M John Harrison’s Booker win mean science fiction is finally accepted by a ‘snobby’ literary establishment?
Kazuo Ishiguro, Jeff VanderMeer, Olivia Laing and other writers weigh in on the publishing world’s genre warsAs M John Harrison was announced as the Booker prize winner on Monday evening, the 81-year-old looked gobsmacked. Decades into his career, and long overlooked by the mainstream literary establishment, he had just won a prize that has never before rewarded a writer known for science fiction…
Former minister calls for phone tech to block live-streamed child sex abuse
New technology would block the live-streaming of child sexual abuse on phones, tablets and laptops.
No excuses as Pocognoli seeks first Hampden victory
Having lost his first two home matches, Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli needs to deliver a convincing win against North Macedonia, writes Tom English.
Mineshaft halts major dump clearance after one day
Work began on Tuesday to clear 18,000 tonnes of rubbish at an illegal dump in Bickershaw.
Democrats lambast absent peers allowing Republicans to squash Hegseth impeachment attempt
Eleven Democrats missed the key procedural vote on the impeachment effort, which failed by just seven votesUS politics live – latest updatesDemocratic lawmakers expressed outrage at nearly a dozen of their colleagues for missing a vote Tuesday evening to impeach the defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, allowing Republicans to squash the effort.Eleven Democrats missed the key procedural vote on the im…
IBM to offer access to a dual-processor quantum system in 2027
The company plans on linking two 520-qubit chips before next year is over.
Llewellyn aims to give Wales a hint of Sonny Bill
Max Llewellyn is relishing taking on New Zealand with Wales after growing up watching the All Blacks win two World Cups.
Referee observer banned for discriminatory comments
A Pro Ref referee observer is banned for nine weeks and fined £200 for making discriminatory remarks after a match he was working at.
certainty
A lack of evidence means it is not possible to prove that a defendant is guilty of abusing a woman advertised for sex by her husband, his lawyer has told a court.
British soldier charged with rape of woman in Cyprus
A British soldier has been charged with the rape of a woman serving with UK forces in Cyprus.
Teulu'n dathlu 50 mlynedd o werthu sglodion yng Nghricieth
Nick a Kate sydd wrth y llyw bellach yn Siop Sglodion y Castell, ar ôl i rieni Kate brynu'r lle yn 1976.
Morgan McSweeney calls for rethink of cabinet ministers’ ‘quasi-judicial’ powers
Keir Starmer’s former chief of staff also says the ‘thicket of rules’ about how PMs operate should be cleared awayKeir Starmer’s former chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, has called for a rethink of “quasi-judicial” powers given to cabinet ministers such as the energy secretary’s ability to approve future oil and gas fields.McSweeney, who helped propel Starmer to power and served as his chief of s…
Campbell & Bindon withdraw from international duty
Charlton pair Tyler Bindon and Tyreece Campbell both withdraw from international duty.
US parties splurged on the midterms – but research shows the link between spending and success is weak
There is a consensus among researchers on the weak impact of campaign spending on US elections.
Argentine lawyer mocks UK’s sovereignty claim in Falklands oil case
Lawyer says Britain wrong to believe in historic doctrine that Crown has sovereignty over parts of oceansBritain should not be permitted to act as a 17th-century colonial power treating the waters around the Falkland Islands as a Dominium maris Britannici, Argentina has told an international tribunal.Marcelo Kohen, representing Argentina at a hearing in Hamburg, mocked Britain for apparently beli…
Quins scrum-half Porter agrees new deal
Scrum-half Will Porter signs a new contract with Harlequins, saying he is excited to commit for "a few more years".
O'Sullivan loses 4-0 to Murphy at Champion of Champions
Seven-time world champion Ronnie O'Sullivan suffers a 4-0 defeat by Shaun Murphy at the Champion of Champions tournament in Leicester.
Top four teams in Fifa rankings set to be kept apart until semi-finals at 2027 Women’s World Cup
Team must win World Cup group to trigger ruleSpain, US, Germany and England currently in top fourThe top four-ranked teams will be separated until the semi-finals at the 2027 Women’s World Cup, provided they each win their group, after a change to the tournament’s draw procedure was confirmed by Fifa.Spain, the United States, Germany and England are currently ranked one to four in the world respe…
Labour MPs warn against weakening electric vehicle targets ahead of crunch talks
Exclusive: Cutting 2030 goal would be a ‘step backwards’, say MPs, as ministers clash over proposed reductionsUK politics live – latest updatesCop31 live – latest updatesLabour MPs are urging the government not to weaken its electric vehicle targets as divided cabinet ministers prepare for a crunch meeting on Thursday to thrash out a compromise.Members of the Climate and Nature Crisis Caucus (CNC…
BMI alternative for identifying obesity ‘could prevent misdiagnosis in millions’
Combining body mass index with other measurements and tests would lead to better care and outcomes, experts sayAn alternative to BMI for diagnosing obesity could prevent misdiagnosis in millions of people worldwide, according to doctors who found it more accurately distinguished healthy people from those with harmful excess body fat.Medical experts have long considered body mass index a blunt ins…
‘Young, Black and female in Brixton is hard’: from football to Top Boy and wordplay, the inspiring journey of UK rapper Cristale
Crystal Palace FC or Oxbridge beckoned, but the multitalented MC kept forging her way towards music. She explains how she poured every aspect of herself into her debut mixtapeTwo weeks before we meet, UK rapper Cristale was scrambling down a cliff face to a secluded black pebbled beach in Dover, racing an incoming tide with fewer than 90 minutes to shoot the video for her single I’m Okay With Bei…
Hot or cold? Our research explores what works best after exercise
Recovery is about far more than how you feel the next day.
Humanoid robot start-up backed by Eric Trump in talks to supply IDF
Foundation Future Industries in discussions with Israeli military to deploy its machines in Gaza’s tunnels and potentially engage in combat
Hoax bomb threats made to hundreds of schools in Scotland and Northern Ireland
Police assure parents and teachers that warnings were bogus despite pupils being evacuated from some sitesUK politics live – latest updatesHundreds of schools in Scotland and Northern Ireland were hit by a fresh wave of hoax bomb threats on Wednesday, with some sites evacuated as a precaution.Police said at least 470 schools, from Dumfries in the south of Scotland to Aberdeenshire and Orkney in t…
Landslip repair funding decision is 'imminent'
The A226 Galley Hill Road shut in 2023 when a chalk cliff collapsed following a burst water main.
Single-stock perps look like pointiest horn of a bull market
Regulatory uncertainty is the biggest hurdle to wider adoption, says one survey
The space rocket I could have been aboard explodes: Rhiannon Adam’s best photograph
‘I was chosen to go around the Moon on a SpaceX starship. Preparations took over my life. Then, four minutes into watching a rocket on a test flight, it broke apart. And that was the end of my adventure’This photograph was taken on 20 April 2023 from the VIP section of SpaceX’s launch viewing area, looking out from South Padre Island, Texas, towards Boca Chica, a nature reserve near the Mexican b…
Poundland directors to meet tonight to decide company's future, Sky News told
The directors of Poundland will hold a board meeting tonight to decide the company's future, Sky News has been told.
Serial criminal admits killing woman in street attack
James Paita stabbed 40-year-old Sandie Butler, from Perthshire, in the chest during the attack in Glasgow's Townhead area.
Is the US blue wave a turning point for Europe, too?
Far-right populists remain insurgent and pro-EU governments are braced for Trump’s betrayal. But the midterms also showed that democracy can fight back• Don’t get This Is Europe delivered to your inbox? Sign up here“Is Maga dead?” asked Margaret, a Guardian reader in Switzerland, in a live Q&A with our correspondents after the seismic US midterm elections. If Margaret’s query expressed a hope tha…
Business tycoon Sir Jim Milne dies aged 85
The self-described "farmer's loon" left school at 14 but became a leading business and charity figure.
Trump wanted little Kei trucks for America, Toyota makes it happen
Does this herald the start of a small car revolution, or is it a meaningless distraction?
Richmond upon Thames: it is Britain’s happiest place to live – but there’s a big catch
According to Rightmove, residents of the London borough are highly satisfied with their neighbourhood. But there’s one potential problem if you’re keen to move there ...Name: London Borough of Richmond upon Thames.Age: At the beginning of the 16th century, Henry VII – the king formerly known as Henry Tudor, 2nd Earl of Richmond (after his earldom in Richmond, North Yorkshire) – built Richmond Pal…
Woman who stole £2k worth of drinks from one Greggs store avoids prison
A prolific shoplifter who stole more than £2,000 worth of soft drinks from one Greggs store has avoided prison.
Man who drugged and raped wife said he understood consent, court hears
A man in his 60s who drugged and raped his wife for 20 years told a contact he "understood consent".
Russia-Ukraine talks turn to post-war security but end without breakthrough
Talks in Abu Dhabi centred around Europe's security framework, with US envoys due to meet Putin and Zelensky on Thursday.
The 37 best Christmas gifts in the UK for tweens – chosen by 10- to 12-year-olds
We asked 20 tweenagers what they already own, love and think would make great gifts. Turns out it’s Lego, dance mats and plenty of lotions and potions• The best Christmas gifts for teenagersBuying for someone in the tweenage years can be a balancing act: while some kids are still crafting, enjoying board games and deep into Lego, others have moved on to skincare and guitars.So, in an effort to co…
How years of research built Grand Theft Auto VI’s obsessively detailed world
The developers behind its virtual Florida share how they built their most ambitious world so far• Don’t get Pushing Buttons delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereIn 2015, a group of Grand Theft Auto developers from Rockstar North took their first trips to Miami to do field research for the next game in the phenomenally popular crime series. “Before you’re doing hyper-organised research trips, you’…
Japan want 'the sky to fall in' at Twickenham – Jones
Eddie Jones says Japan are drawing inspiration from Italy as they chase their own landmark win over England on Saturday.
Kidnapper, 74, escapes from house arrest in Argentina by abseiling from balcony
Leonardo Bertulazzi, a former member of the Marxist guerrilla group the Red Brigades, was about to be extradited to his home country of Italy.
Why did it take so long to unmask Brand and Walliams? Because noughties culture told girls like me abuse was normal | Rhiannon Lucy Cosslett
As a survivor of the era, I welcome this reckoning – and I salute the women who were brave enough to bring it aboutMr Justice Bennathan’s sentencing remarks in the trial of Russell Brand hit me like a train, and I know I’m not the only one. This week my Instagram feed has been full of female friends, colleagues and acquaintances sharing his words: “Whatever women wear, wherever they go, indeed wh…
Ferguson targets PGA Tour after injury woes
Ewen Ferguson believes he is capable of competing for a place on the PGA Tour and has set his sights on bigger achievements in 2027 after putting an injury-hit spell behind him.
Caryl Churchill’s magnificent Cloud 9 reaches for the skies – the National Theatre has done it proud
National Theatre, London The experimental 1979 drama gleefully muddles roles in a century-spanning caper that bounces from colonial Africa to hippy LondonCaryl Churchill’s time-hopping 1979 drama is not revived as often as it might be, perhaps because it is so magnificently madcap. Bouncing from a first act satirising Victorian life in colonial Africa to a second act exploring sexual liberation i…
Burnham signals support for bill to make ‘Black English’ and ‘Asian English’ census options
PM welcomes cross-party push to reject ethnic basis for Englishness promoted by Reform UK politiciansUK politics live – latest updatesAndy Burnham has said he is likely to support a bill tabled by a Liberal Democrat MP that would allow people to define themselves as both black and English for ethnicity options in the census for England.The bill was drawn up by Josh Babarinde, the Lib Dem presiden…
Veterans create war memorial on busy roundabout
The display includes poppies and white crosses to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
England cancel Windies Test in favour of home Ashes warm-ups
England cancel their scheduled Test in the West Indies in April and will instead prepare for the Women's Ashes with red-ball matches in the UK.
Armand Hammer Surprise Release New Album, ‘Snakes & Ladders’
It features guest appearances from DJ Haram and $ilkmoney Armand Hammer, the duo of billy woods and ELUCID, have released a surprise new album, Snakes & Ladders. Featuring 16 tracks, it follows on from last year's Mercy LP, and features guest appearances from DJ Haram and $ilkmoney. There is also production from clipping., and frequent collaborators such as Kenny Segal, Preservation, Child Actor…
Some Democrats who missed key procedural vote to impeach Pete Hegseth blame traffic jam in DC – US politics live
11 Democrats missed vote, which failed 211-204 and effectively killed effort to oust Hegseth for now; Trump hails ‘exoneration of a Great American Patriot’House Republicans block effort to impeach HegsethSign up for the US Breaking News emailSome Democrats, out of the 11 who missed the key procedural vote on Tuesday to impeach Pete Hegseth, blamed a traffic jam in Washington DC for their inabilit…
Consultant doctors in England call off two-day pay strike
Walkouts on 25 and 26 November suspended in favour of opening formal talks with the governmentUK politics live – latest updatesConsultant doctors in England have decided to pause their two days of strike action at the end of the month.Scheduled for 25 and 26 November, the walkouts were announced by the British Medical Association when 18 months of talks with the government failed to lead to agree…
‘Hear the goals during the afterlife’: Barça fans get to inter ashes at club’s new memorial
Memorial FC Barcelona, part of upgrade to Camp Nou stadium, will consist of 26,000 niches where fans can deposit their ashesLifelong supporters of Barcelona football club will soon be able to cheer on the club from beyond the grave – but, like everything else at Barça, eternal devotion comes at a price.As part of an upgrade to the Camp Nou, the club has inaugurated the Memorial FC Barcelona, cons…
Why the doomsday prediction of 1960 matters today
A 1960 paper predicted population growth would end the world on November 13, 2026. Five lessons from a failed doomsday forecast for today’s scientists.
Hit-and-run driver jailed after killing man while 'full of drink and drugs'
Gary Gallacher was also using his mobile phone moments before he struck James Craig in Hamilton in October 2024.
Crowds gather to mark Armistice Day silence
Across Surrey, Sussex and Kent Armistice Day is marked with a two-minute silence.
Jockey Tom O’Brien, Cheltenham festival winner, dies aged 39
O’Brien rode more than 1,000 winners over jumps‘Tom meant so much to so many people across our sport’Tom O’Brien, who rode more than 1,000 winners over jumps including five Grade Ones and two at the Cheltenham festival, has died at the age of 39 after being diagnosed with cancer.O’Brien, who retired from race riding in April 2023, had a close association with Philip Hobbs’s stable near Minehead t…
‘Like leading brave soldiers to certain death’: Succession’s Jesse Armstrong and more on the rollercoaster of TV writers’ rooms
As co-writer of new thriller Hunting Alice Bell, our film critic entered the hallowed Room – and was struck by its support, buzz, abrasion and chocolate snacks. He asks legendary showrunners about their experience‘Write, write, write until your fingers break!” That was Chekhov’s advice to writers. Until I started writing for television I thought I understood what he meant. I thought I knew what w…
Rivals season two: why a shocking death in episode six changes everything for the women of Rutshire
In 60 minutes of high drama, the storm became both metaphor and agent, weaving all the narrative threads into the fabric of the second season’s part two.
RAF Fairford incident partly directed from New York jail, US claims
US indictment links alleged plot to attack British air base to wider campaign across Europe targeting Jewish sites
British man who died in Kraków shooting named as James Campbell
Campbell, 32, from Prestwick, South Ayrshire, was one of six people killed in the 7 November attack in Polish cityThe British man who died in a shooting in Kraków has been named as 32-year-old James Campbell.Campbell, of Prestwick, South Ayrshire, was one of six people killed in the 7 November shooting in the Polish city by the 24-year-old gunman, who is also suspected of murdering three members…
'You makes Barry proud' Nessa tells Gavin & Stacey co-star ahead of I'm a Celebrity
Ruth Jones sends a message from 'Nessa' to co-star Joanna Page as Page prepares for her jungle debut.
Google DeepMind just mathematically verified key parts of Signal
The four-week project hints that AI could make formal verification far more practical.
British DJ named as one of six people killed in Krakow shooting
A British DJ has been identified as one of six people killed in a shooting in Krakow.
Spain sees widespread disruption in first general strike for 14 years
Protests are also expected in the biggest cities less than three weeks before Spaniards vote in parliamentary elections.
Man who posed as medical student at hospital sentenced to community service
Stephen Simpson is told to carry out 300 hours of unpaid work for the fraud at Aberdeen Royal Infirmary.
Can Barack Obama be credited for the blue wave? Perhaps – but others fathered this success
The former US president’s centrism lacks substance but his enduring political capital has given rank outsiders the chance to spark radical political change• Don’t get The Long Wave delivered to your inbox? Sign up hereA blue wave has surged in the United States. It has been a week since the Democrats hammered the Republicans and regained majorities in the House and the Senate, and the credit for…
Tradwifery may be in retreat, but the damage these influences wrought is here to stay | Van Badham
Should forgiveness be extended to de-tradders recusing themselves from aesthetics they served out of commercial self-interest?The tradwife pivot is on: some female influencers whose family, faith and from-scratch cooking content brought headship-of-a-husband “traditional” households into anti-feminist view are “stepping away” from the label.As a feminist, my instinctive reaction is … fraught. Con…
Jess Cartner-Morley on fashion: this season’s big idea? Wear a skirt. It’s that simple
All you need to look on-trend this autumn is a skirt, but instead of going shopping, check what you already have in your wardrobeI go to a lot of fashion shows, and sometimes they are gorgeous and sometimes they are ugly. Sometimes they are electrifying and sometimes they are deathly dull. Sometimes they are completely baffling. My absolute favourite kind of show is the one that makes me want to…
Killing of journalist underscores deteriorating conditions in Ecuador
Tomás Beltrán was shot dead amid gang warfare that has turned Latin American country into one of its most violentTomás Beltrán was manoeuvring his car into his garage on Sunday night when the Ecuadorian journalist was shot dead.Beltrán ran a Facebook page with news about Calceta, a small city in the province of Manabí, whose Pacific coastline has made it a key flashpoint in the gang warfare over…
Diners, deserts and donkeys: 100 years of Route 66 – in pictures
A selection of images from the famous US highway, which was established on 11 November 1926 Continue reading...
‘We were quite surprised’: Finland’s embassy goes viral with staff training day post on Instagram
After a promotion for a ‘Finnish Dinner Date’ went ‘a bit viral’, the Canberra envoy’s next post became an unlikely social media hitGet our daily political email, free app or daily news podcastThe embassy of Finland in Canberra was temporarily closed on Tuesday.Millions of people across the world were, it turns out, quite upset by this. Continue reading...
Millions join Spain’s first general strike in 14 years in protest at rising housing costs
The 24-hour stoppage has drawn high participation across sectors and comes weeks before election in which far right could gain powerMillions of people across Spain have joined the country’s first general strike in 14 years, setting up picket lines to protest against soaring housing prices before an election in which the far right could be catapulted into power.At the centre of Wednesday’s nationw…
S4C yn canslo cyfres ddrama am y pedoffeil, Neil Foden wedi ymateb chwyrn
Mae S4C wedi cyhoeddi eu bod wedi canslo cyfres ddrama am y cyn-brifathro a phedoffeil, Neil Foden.
Scottish man confirmed as victim of Krakow shooting
The man, who is understood to be James Thomas Campbell from Prestwick, died when a lone gunman opened fire in central Krakow on Saturday.
Man caught with £2.6m of cocaine among Santa gift bags jailed
Jordan Wetherill, 23, was found to have more than 100 blocks of cocaine and heroin during a police raid at a flat in Glasgow.
Turkey-based Bates replaces Binks in Scotland squad
David Bates has been called up to the Scotland squad as fellow defender Luis Binks drops out for the matches against North Macedonia and Switzerland.
Air traffic control boss says he was ‘most disliked person in the UK’ after flight chaos
Nats chief says he ‘quite enjoyed’ ignoring calls from Ryanair CEO to quit over system outages in SeptemberBusiness live – latest updatesThe boss of Nats has said he was “the most disliked person in the UK” after air traffic control systems failed twice in September, disrupting flights for hundreds of thousands of passengers.He told an aviation industry conference: “My name is Martin Rolfe, I’m t…
Coachella Reveals 2027 Lineup
Madonna, SZA and Giorgio Moroder are among the artists playing next year's festival in California Coachella has revealed its full 2027 lineup. The California festival will be headlined by SZA, Dua Lipa and Tame Impala, while Madonna is also listed to play a special set in the Sahara dance music tent, following a 2006 appearance she did there after putting out her album Confessions On A Dance Floo…
Diesel still costing close to a ’dismal’ £2 a litre despite oil price falls
Pump prices stay stubbornly high as leading bank official warns energy costs are likely to remain ‘elevated’Business live – latest updatesThe price of diesel on UK forecourts remains stubbornly close to October’s record high of £2 despite a sharp fall in oil prices.A litre costs an average of 197p, according to the AA, which described the situation as “dismal”. By contrast, petrol has fallen 6p t…
Saudi oil production rebounds close to prewar levels
Output higher than average before Iran conflict as kingdom keeps exports flowing despite attacks on shipping and energy infrastructure
Four grizzly bears killed in Canada after fatal attack on mother and daughter
The sow and her three cubs were responsible for killing Jennifer Balcarras, 48, and her daughter Selah Reed, 20, earlier this month.
Swans CEO on transfers, finances and Snoop's next visit
Swansea City chief executive Tom Gorringe discusses transfers, financial regulations, stadium expansion - and Snoop Dogg.
Nissan reduces petrol car production as EV sales boom in China
Manufacturer says ‘shift to new energy vehicles is happening faster than expected’ and market is harshThe Japanese carmaker Nissan has said it has been caught out by accelerating sales of electric and hybrid cars in China amid a brutal price war in the world’s biggest automotive market.The manufacturer slashed its sales forecasts for China and said it would cut back on petrol car manufacturing wh…
The Download: preserving minds and weighing open AI risks
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. Six wild ideas for perpetuating your mind As we age, we forget most of what we’ve experienced, yet there’s still undeniable continuity: At 30, or 50, or 70, you will still…
Molecular signal in blood helps detect early risk for ovarian cancer, study finds
Researchers discover a potential diagnostic breakthrough for a disease often discovered after it has already spreadA molecular signal in the blood helps identify microscopic changes that precede development of ovarian cancer, researchers have found, a potential diagnostic breakthrough for a disease often discovered after it has already spread.For decades, efforts to detect ovarian cancer earl…
The young women driving the US prenup boom: ‘I want to protect myself’
Zillennial couples say they want ‘radical transparency’ around their finances, bucking the idea that prenuptial agreements are rooted in divisionKai Amos does not know adult life without her fiance, Garret. They are high school sweethearts who met as teens in Idaho and moved across the country to New York together. They got engaged last year and will be married in September. Their days hum with t…
How to turn excess crumpets into a hearty breakfast – recipe | Waste not
They’re full of childhood nostalgia, and a packet rarely lasts long, but if you happen to have leftover crumpets, here’s an eggy, cheesy way to use them upCrumpets have a surprisingly short shelf-life, as I found out while taste-testing for the Food Filter column. I even had to have a hurried freezer clear-out to make room for 10 open packets (although, admittedly, a lone packet rarely lasts even…
Come on Andy… stop gaslighting us and fund music education
Julian Lloyd Webber is the latest to decry the decline of UK music education. Why won’t politicians put the money where the mouth is? Plus, ENO drops its ‘E’It’s been a big month for young talent. Barely a week after the final of BBC Young Musician, the next generation of musicians were also celebrated in the annual Music for Youth Proms at the Royal Albert Hall on Monday and Tuesday, where more…
Prima Facie review – Cynthia Erivo’s brilliant barrister blazes in sexual assault drama
Adaptation of the international stage hit stars a commanding Erivo as Tessa, whose career defending rape suspects is undermined by experienceA blazingly fierce, effortlessly commanding central performance from Cynthia Erivo, like something from classical drama, powers this movie adaptation of Suzie Miller’s international stage hit (which starred Sheridan Harbridge in the original Australian produ…
UK chip start-up Fractile hits $7bn valuation
London-headquartered company is one of a clutch of start-ups developing custom semiconductors for AI
As the UN adopts an equal world map, meet the three geographers who disputed how the Earth was charted 2000 years ago
The way a continent appears on the map can shape perceptions of its place in the world – so much is at stake in the depiction of its size and scale.
Pochettino a decade in Man Utd's making - but Carrick deserves better
Mauricio Pochettino looks set to turn a decade-long courtship with Manchester United into a full-blown relationship, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.
Matchday urinating raised in views over new Man Utd stadium
Residents express concerns over current anti-social behaviour amid plans to build a new bigger ground.
Scotland remembers the fallen on Armistice Day
Wreaths were laid at war memorials across the country, including at the Scott Monument in Edinburgh and Glasgow Central Station.
From blood group ID to cycle racks : I asked for little ways to fix broken Britain and the public’s ideas give me hope | Martin Lewis
There are thousands of small tips to make our country better. People know what is wrong, and it’s clear they have solutionsHave you ever come across an annoying little problem and thought, “why don’t they just fix that?” If so, I want to hear from you. I’m looking for your ideas for practical, low-cost, non-controversial ways to improve the UK – whether that’s health, schools, transport, business…
What are cold weather payments and who can get them?
Some people in England, Wales and Northern Ireland can get help with heating costs during cold spells.
Going to the park once a week or more has a measurable impact on a child’s mental health – new study
Children who were taken to the park at least once a week throughout childhood scored 16.5% better on their mental health assessments compared to those who did not.
Clarissa: this bold and emotional retelling moves Virginia Woolf’s Mrs Dalloway to modern-day Lagos
The film follows Clarissa (Sophie Okonedo) as she prepares to host a party and finds herself revisiting the choices that have shaped her life.
Former BBC radio presenter Kelly dies aged 69
Former BBC radio presenter Danny Kelly has been described as a "broadcasting titan" following his death at the age of 69.
£50k reward to find body of man missing for 10 years
Michael Martin's father says not knowing what happened to his son is "gut wrenching every day".
Poems on the Underground at 40: how Shakespeare inspired one of London’s best-loved public art projects
The London tube rumbles to rhythm of the best poetry in the world, and it’s all thanks to Orlando in As You Like It
Leigh sign Wakefield forward Williams from 2027
Leigh Leopards sign forward Jordan Williams from reigning Super League champions Wakefield Trinity.
The wonderful shallowness of Andy Burnham
He makes leftwing gestures to avoid taking leftwing action. Britain should thank its stars
Watch: UK falls silent to mark Armistice Day
People from Belfast to Cardiff, London to Edinburgh held the two-minute silence to mark the end of World War One and to remember those who have died in conflicts.
The brothers and their dad driving England's World Cup bid
England's bid to retain the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup on Friday will be driven by two brothers - one of whom is the head coach, the other a player.
Caitlin Moran on how to find hope when the world feels hopeless
After looking for reasons to be hopeful in myriad places, Caitlin Moran says hope is not simply optimism – but deciding to act The post Caitlin Moran on how to find hope when the world feels hopeless appeared first on Positive News.
Jayson Tatum gives former teammate Jaylen Brown frosty greeting as Celtics beat 76ers
Players’ relationship has been under intense scrutinyPaul George scores 36 points in 123-101 victoryTatum appears to ignore former teammate before gameJayson Tatum scored 21 points and outplayed his former Boston teammate, Jaylen Brown, and Paul George scored 36 points in his return to Philadelphia, leading the Celtics past the 76ers 123-101 on Tuesday night.Brown ran into early foul trouble and…
‘An eternal shame’: Bilic and Croatia aim to use 7-0 humbling as fuel against England
The home humiliation last month has left a scar on Croatian football but their manager wants them to use it to positive effect in the Wembley rematchAs Croatia prepare to face England at Wembley on Thursday in the Nations League, wounds from a humiliating defeat by the same opponents just over a month ago are fresh and there is a lingering feeling of unease.No one will say it – certainly not Slav…
Hundreds of Italian schools hit by threats in suspected bomb hoax
Emails containing the false warnings were sent to schools in Rome, Naples, Vicenza, Florence, Pisa, Trieste and other Italian cities, officials say.
Senior doctors call off two-day strike planned this month
Consultants in England were due to walk out on 25 November in disputes over pay and working conditions.
Schools across Scotland targeted by fresh hoax bomb threats
Police Scotland said at least 470 schools received the email but the warnings were immediately assessed as hoaxes.
Dupont picked at 10 amid France fly-half crisis
France will take on world champions South Africa on Friday with captain Antoine Dupont filling in at fly-half because of a raft of injuries.
Strike by consultant doctors in England paused
A strike by consultant doctors in England has been paused following meetings with the government, the British Medical Association (BMA) announced.
ITV to cut costs by £30m amid falling advertising sales
Ad revenue slowdown forces company to reduce spending on content by £25m before inquiry into takeover by SkyBusiness live – latest updatesITV plans to cut costs by £30m this year, as the TV sector faces a chill wind of ditched commissions, falling advertising sales and job reductions.The broadcaster, which has agreed to sell its television and streaming business to Sky, expects ad revenues in tha…
Belgian plan for ICE-style immigration raids on homes criticised as ‘law of fear’
Rights groups oppose new law that will let police forcibly enter homes to remove refused asylum seekersBelgium could see ICE-style home raids, echoing the US crackdown on immigration, rights campaigners have warned, after MPs approved a law that allows police to forcibly enter properties to remove undocumented people.For months, intense debate has swirled across Belgium over measures introduced b…
David Walliams accused of preying on young women for sex – video
Little Britain star and former Britain’s Got Talent judge alleged to have groomed fans he met when they were as young as 15 and harassed women in the workplace over a number of years. He denies the allegationsThe ITV News documentary ‘David Walliams: Power and Silence’ is available to watch on YouTube and ITVX Continue reading...
What is David Walliams accused of and what has he said in response?
Multiple women have described unwanted sexual advances from the comedy star, allegations he deniesDavid Walliams, one of Britain’s best-known television personalities and top-selling children’s authors, has been accused of using his power and celebrity status to prey on young women and teenagers for sex.The allegations, which span many years, were made in a joint investigation with ITV News into…
‘I’d steal 10-15 times a day’: ex-offenders on the addictions driving prolific shoplifting
Former shoplifters say treatment and drug rehabilitation are essential to ending cycle of theft and imprisonmentPolice to target 500 chronic shoplifters in retail crime crackdown in England and WalesWhen Rhys, 34, stole goods from shops across Birmingham, he would often leave notes for the staff apologising for his actions.“I’d feel that guilty about it. I’d pass them notes, saying I’m so sorry a…
Transforming climate policy into creative writing: an alternative way to experience UN summits
Policy jargon, though often dense and alienating, can serve as an effective springboard for discussing difficult realities.
Bird flu fears prompt orders for farmers to keep poultry inside in England and Scotland
Increased risk of devastating strain means restrictions imposed for second year in a row on those keeping birdsPoultry and captive birds across England and Scotland must be kept inside for the second year in a row due to an increased risk of a devastating strain of bird flu.The British government has issued an England-wide avian influenza prevention zone, meaning individuals with 50 or more poult…
Asim Chaudhry, actor and writer | Comfort Eating
Comfort Eating is back with new host Siobhán McSweeney! In her first episode, she is joined by the Bafta-winning co-creator of People Just Do Nothing, Asim Chaudhry. They discuss his grandma’s cooking, getting laughs from his baby and the joys of collaborating with your pals. Continue reading...
Blood sugar spikes: what actually works to manage them
Wearable monitors can make normal changes look alarming. For people without diabetes, the benefits of flattening every rise remain uncertain.
Nvidia, Jensen Huang and the history of ‘sexpionage’
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang is under fire following allegations that he had an affair with a suspected Chinese spy.
The supermarket fridge hack exposes the cracks in tech vision of an ‘internet of things’
The attacks show that hackers are exploiting physical devices to spread new forms of disruption to daily life.
David Walliams: Power and Silence review – some of this footage will make your head spin
From the visceral accounts of those the comedian allegedly groomed to archive footage of Jonathan Ross joking about him taking 15-year-olds home, this is dizzying TVDavid Walliams and his lawyers fought to the last to keep secret the results of a three-year investigation by ITV and the Guardian into claims by multiple women of the comedian and author’s predatory behaviour dating back decades, but…
Super League approves expansion to 15 teams
Super League says its shareholders have agreed to expand the league from 14 clubs to 15 for the 2027 season.
Joshua v Fury fight faces objections over 3am finish
The fight, in Cardiff, is due to finish at 03:00 to align with prime time broadcasting in the US.
‘My classroom was 30C. No one was learning. Then I started to feel dizzy’ – This is climate breakdown
As a UK heatwave intensified in early summer this year, the health impacts began to worsen. This is Gill’s storyLocation: London, UKDisaster: UK heatwave, 2026Gill (not her real name), 43, is a teacher in London. In 2026, during the hottest summer on record, she suffered a seizure after experiencing heat exhaustion while teaching. The heatwave was made worse by the climate crisis. Continue readin…
AI datacentres plan on-site power stations on huge scale despite climate risks, research reveals
181GW of gas-fired capacity proposed for sites in US and Europe because of delays in connecting to national grids, says reportDevelopers of AI datacentres plan to build on-site climate-destroying gas power stations on a huge scale to meet their energy demands, research reveals.Datacentres planned across the US, the UK and mainland Europe have proposals to build fossil fuel plants on-site to creat…
Scotland without captain Weir for World Cup play-off
Scotland are missing the influential Caroline Weir for the World Cup play-off final with Sweden as she recovers from a muscle injury.
Welsh Grand National-winning jockey O'Brien dies aged 39
Tom O'Brien, the nephew of trainer Aidan, rode more than 1,000 winners and won the Welsh Grand National twice.
Stamenic to miss south Wales derby after failed red card appeal
Swansea City midfielder Marko Stamenic will miss the club's next three games following his red card in their 2-1 defeat at Birmingham City.
Danny Kelly, football broadcaster and renowned editor, dies aged 69
Danny Baker pays tribute to the ‘funniest man I knew’Kelly was former editor of the NME and Q magazinesDanny Kelly, the renowned sport and music journalist, has died at the age of 69.A statement from TalkSport, who he joined in 2007 and for whom he broadcast regularly until stepping away in March after being diagnosed with throat cancer, read: “We are heartbroken to share that our much-loved frie…
Council bin collection fuel bill set for £200,000 rise
Conflict in the Middle East is being blamed by the council, which is proposing a council tax rise.
Nvidia hires leading US law firm to investigate Jensen Huang’s relationship
Move comes as chipmaker reels from reports its CEO was having an affair with an alleged Chinese spyBusiness live – latest updatesNvidia has appointed a leading US law firm to conduct a “thorough and independent” investigation into the relationship between its chief executive, Jensen Huang, and an alleged Chinese spy.The $4.1tn (£3tn) chipmaker has hired New York-based Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Ka…
Reform Wales leader backs politician who said white people are being replaced
Helen Jenner says Senedd members should not be silenced after Joe Martin was banned from speaking.
Psychological uncertainty and tactics - assessing the issues at Man City
The ongoing international break gives manager Enzo Maresca much-needed time to fix the growing issues in his Man City squad.
'My boss will pay me to knock him out' - Doumbe
Cedric Doumbe says it is "crazy" he will get the chance to "face my boss and knock him out" when he fights Jake Paul in Dubai on 24 December.
Thousands of geese fill the skies of southern Scotland
An estimated 40,000 geese spend the winter at the WWT Caerlaverock centre on the Solway Firth.
Police to target 500 chronic shoplifters in retail crime crackdown in England and Wales
Tactics to include GPS tagging for repeat offenders, high-street bans and tougher sentencesFive hundred of the most prolific shoplifters across England and Wales will be targeted in a police crackdown on retail crime, with tougher sentences, high-street bans and GPS tagging.The home secretary said up to 17 police forces will target the repeat offenders in their area, collecting evidence of offenc…
Dundee bin collections and Christmas lights could face cuts
The city's council is to ask residents for feedback on the proposed savings.
You are Scotland boss Pocognoli - what would you do?
Put yourself in the shoes of Scotland head coach Sebastien Pocognoli as he picks his starting XI for the home game with North Macedonia.
Helen Jenner yn 'sefyll yn gadarn' gyda Joe Martin wedi ei waharddiad
"Mae rhyddid i lefaru yn un o gonglfeini ein democratiaeth," meddai Helen Jenner wrth gefnogi Joe Martin.
Farewell Dennis Breakwell, Somerset stalwart and mentor to generations of cricketers
Left-arm spinner who has died aged 78 played alongside Ian Botham and Viv Richards in county’s glory days, experience he passed on to Jos Buttler and many othersAway from the bright lights and the hungry eye of television, cricket unfolds as it has always done, with a quiet welcoming handshake across the generations. Dennis Breakwell was the quintessence of that.Breakwell died this week at the ag…
Hundreds of schools across Italy, Scotland and Ireland receive bomb threats
Incidents appeared to be latest co-ordinated attack aimed at disrupting life in Europe
Heatwaves predicted to cost London £25bn in decade
Mayor Lord Khan will ask global leaders at COP31 to do more to tackle extreme temperatures.
Littler expected 'pub players' on Netflix show
Luke Littler says he thought he would be facing pub players on his recent Netflix show, which was billed as giving "amateurs a chance at life-changing money".