Netherlands pulls out of Eurovision over Israel participation
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:23:19 GMT
A Dutch broadcaster reverses a decision to take part, citing "sensitivities" over Israel's participation.
Unnamed celebrity accused of 'inappropriate sexual activities', court hears
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:02:10 GMT
The man is asking the High Court to prevent two news organisations from publishing the allegations.
Rise in sales of radios and tinned foods, say retailers, after 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.
Rare dinosaur skeleton goes to auction in New York with £4.5m price tag
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 16:11:27 GMT
The auction of the rare skeleton comes amid debate in the scientific community about whether dinosaur remains should end up in private hands or public view.
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Carrick to stay in charge of Man Utd for Chelsea game
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 12:10:21 GMT
Michael Carrick will remain in charge of Manchester United for their trip to Chelsea this weekend.
Ballon d'Or in London - the most chaotic ever?
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 14:10:26 GMT
It was the first time the Ballon d'Or had been held in London in its 70-year history - but the event was not plain sailing. BBC Sport assesses a chaotic night.
Starc takes six as Australia bowl South Africa out for 329 - third Test scorecard
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT
Latest scorecard from the third Test between South Africa and Australia in Cape Town.
Lawrie, 15, eyes £501,000 live TV win over Littler
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 11:51:25 GMT
Mitchell Lawrie, 15, one of 24 amateur players taking part in live TV special Beat Luke Littler, has his sights on a £501,000 bullseye should he beat the world darts champion.
Simpler, cheaper hybrid V8s proposed for next F1 rules
Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:17:53 GMT
Formula 1's next engine regulations are set to introduce V8 turbo hybrid engines that are simplified and less expensive compared to the existing rules.
