Russell Brand was a 'sexual predator', prosecution alleges as rape trial begins
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:22:28 GMT
The actor and comedian has pleaded not guilty to three counts of rape, three counts of sexual assault and one of indecent assault.
Starlink restrictions in Ukraine war linked to political situation, Zelensky aide says
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:11:17 GMT
Elon Musk's system allows Kyiv to protect Ukrainian skies and effectively guide drones to Russian targets.
Burnham treads carefully in Zelensky visit, balancing Trump and Ukraine
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:30:48 GMT
The UK's prime minister meets with Volodymyr Zelensky after a rocky week for the Ukraine president.
Sally Rooney books withdrawn in UK over Palestine Action support
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 16:00:06 GMT
The Irish writer is best known for novels such as Normal People, Intermezzo and Conversations With Friends.
Family pays tribute to 'warm and engaging' man killed in tiger attack
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:44:17 GMT
William Chapman was attacked by the tiger after he entered its pen at Yorkshire Wildlife Park.
What we know about the Pope's lung cancer diagnosis
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 12:37:33 GMT
The Pope is recovering in hospital after a successful surgery to remove part of his right lung.
Australia's first-ever Michelin stars go to 11 restaurants in one state
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 13:35:29 GMT
All of the spots are in South Australia, reportedly because the state government paid for incognito inspectors to visit.
Container ship hit by projectile sinks in Strait of Hormuz, Singapore says
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:34:19 GMT
All 21 sailors on the Singapore-flagged GFS Pride were evacuated safely after it was hit by an projectile on Tuesday, maritime authorities say.
US inflation rises more than expected - here's what is happening with prices
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 15:26:14 GMT
The pace of price rises increased to 3.7% in the year to September, driving by higher motor fuel costs.
One stolen every four minutes - inside the police battle against vehicle thieves
Wed, 14 Oct 2026 05:01:07 GMT
Officers tell the BBC they are overstretched and struggling to keep up with sophisticated criminals.
