Trump waives several Russia sanctions as row with Zelensky intensifies
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:42:13 GMT
The US president temporarily ends many restrictions on Moscow recently passed by Congress over "national security" concerns.
Oregon teacher fought school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times'
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 06:49:48 GMT
The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say.
Boy, 16, and 80-year-old man die in light aircraft crash near Loch Lomond
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 09:39:25 GMT
Emergency services were called at about 16:45 on Friday, and pronounced both dead at the scene.
Analysis: Zacharia was thrown into a whirlwind - and failed at a critical time for Trump
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 21:02:18 GMT
The White House is facing growing adversity, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher, weeks before crucial midterm elections.
Faisal Islam: Why China and AI are worrying global finance bosses
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 01:59:48 GMT
At the IMF meeting in Bangkok this week finance and business leaders grappled with uncertainty.
Swinney insists 'stars are aligning' for Scottish independence
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 08:17:18 GMT
The first minister will tell delegates at the SNP conference in Aberdeen that 2026 has been a turning point in Scotland's "journey to nationhood".
Miranda's tears, joy and dance moves steal show as deadly boredom sets in on The Celebrity Traitors
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 01:34:52 GMT
Miranda Hart became emotional and spoke about her health problems as more action unfolded on Friday.
Toxic algorithms wouldn't let them go - now Australia wants an off switch
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:11:29 GMT
The Australian government hopes to protect social media users from being served content they don't want to see.
Vapes were meant to help people quit cigarettes. Now non-smokers are taking up vaping
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:49:16 GMT
More than one million people now vape who have never been smokers, according to the ONS.
Not sure what to wear for Halloween? These outfits are set to be the most popular this year
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:27:01 GMT
Freaky Nikki, Dolly Parton and whimsical costumes like gargoyles are popular among adults dressing up this year.
