Israel heads to polls for pivotal election defined by security and democracy
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:45:08 GMT
Many fear neither of the leading political blocs will win enough seats for a majority - meaning weeks or months of political wrangling may lie ahead.
Chancellor to cut tariffs on some staple goods to offer cost of living help
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:57:48 GMT
The chancellor will axe tariffs on some staples as part of plans to give households "breathing space".
Kane ends England’s 25-year wait to win men’s Ballon d’Or award
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 23:10:59 GMT
Harry Kane becomes the first English player to win the prize since Michael Owen in 2001, and Spain midfielder Alexia Putellas wins the Ballon d’Or Feminin for a record-equalling third time.
Ex-FBI chief James Comey faces federal charges for third time
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 02:01:27 GMT
Comey's lawyers say the case stems from alleged disclosure of classified information to the New York Times in 2016.
Sharp rise in sales of some essential goods after government call to stock up
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:33:11 GMT
Figures obtained by BBC Newsnight show large spikes in sales of torches, radios and power banks.
Jay-Z to perform at Super Bowl half-time show
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 05:05:15 GMT
The rapper has been involved with the show for years but has never before performed at the NFL championship game.
Storm Boelo leaves thousands without power as Met Office issues new wind warning
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 04:13:56 GMT
A yellow warning for strong winds came in effect at 18:00 on Monday across the west coast of England, Wales and Scotland and eastern parts of Northern Ireland.
Truce begins in wartorn Ukraine city after it was announced by Melania Trump
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 02:58:48 GMT
The ceasefire is meant to allow aid deliveries and the evacuation of civilians.
Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo handsets with screen problems
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 01:48:04 GMT
Photos shared online showed faults appearing on the screens of Apple's first foldable device.
Will the public change its mind about Meghan?
Mon, 26 Oct 2026 20:03:05 GMT
This complicated - and developing - story could prove to be a turning point for Meghan.
