Britain
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Arctic Numpties to Daft Funk: Fans priced out of concerts turn to tribute acts
Venues say they are putting on more events to cater to a growing cohort of people who want a more affordable night out.
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Healey’s Budget needs to sustain the stronger economy through gathering clouds
The economic is positive now but come January things could become trickier for the Labour government
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Caribbean seeks reparations and questions role of monarchy before King Charles III visits
The royals are coming, and the Caribbean wants to be heard
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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Zelensky pushes Putin for trilateral US meeting next month
Thirty blocks of flats damaged in the Ukrainian attack on the Belgorod region, local governor says
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Jaguar Land Rover cyber-attack was ‘state-sponsored’, former minister suggests
Former armed forces minister Al Carns said that it would be ‘highly unlikely’ for Russia to not know about Jaguar Land Rover cyber-attack
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Two storms in two days cause major disruption across northern Europe
Storms Austen and Boelo caused major disruption over the weekend across northern Europe with temporary power cuts to 150,000 homes, people in injured by falling trees and flights and ferries cancelled in several countries from Scotland to Denmark. #EuropeNews
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Nicki Minaj shares Air Force One video as Trump hints at new press secretary
Nicki Minaj shared a video from aboard Air Force One, the US president's official aircraft, as Donald Trump departed for Port Huron, Michigan, on the midterm campaign trail. (October 25) The rapper publicly began supporting Trump in 2025 and was then welcomed to the White House in July 2026. White House director of communications Steven Chueng also shared a video of the singer on board the aircraft, as he teased she could be the president’s next press secretary. Sharing the video on X, he said: “I think we may have found the new White House Press Secretary!” The post comes after the White House announced Katie Zacharia was leaving the role last week, just days after taking up the post.
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Storms batter Europe hitting power supplies, flights and phones
Storms battered northern Europe on Sunday cutting power to more than 150,000 homes, forcing the cancellation of hundreds of flights and silencing phone networks.
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Video. Latest news bulletin
Video. Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this October 25th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
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Has Healey’s military-style budget secrecy really played out so differently to past budgets?
Chancellor was said to be worried about market-sensitive leaks, yet significant policies have been heavily trailed in the media
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HMRC to take money directly from bank accounts of tax dodgers
The chancellor is expected to announce the new move at the Budget on Wednesday
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The County Durham market town near the A1(M) that feels like a peaceful village
Discover Sedgefield, a historic County Durham market town with a village green, centuries-old church, traditional pubs and beautiful Hardwick Park.
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Government emergency advice – I've tested this £29.99 survival gadget
The Government's new emergency advice recommends keeping a wind-up radio and torch at home in case power, phone and internet services fail. I've tested a compact £29.99 Amazon gadget that combines both, along with several other useful emergency features.
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Ukraine war: Drone strikes kill three in Belgorod and injure five at industrial plant
Thirty blocks of flats damaged in the Ukrainian attack on the Belgorod region, local governor says
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Israel votes in first election since 7 October attacks and Gaza war
Israelis will head to the polls on Tuesday (27 October) in the first election since the 7 October attacks and subsequent wars in Gaza, Iran and Lebanon. Prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces a big challenge from former army chief Gadi Eisenkot, with neither expected to secure a parliamentary majority. But would a change in leadership bring peace in the region? Both candidates oppose an independent Palestinian state, and support continued Israeli security control over Palestinian territories. The Independent’s chief international correspondent Bel Trew reports.
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It’s not just a few bad apples at Reform UK, the whole orchard is rotten - David Behrens
So now we know. It was wrong of us to write off Reform UK as merely a bunch of racists; it’s so much more. It’s also misogynist, amateurish, violent and deeply, disgustingly dishonest. And it’s not just a few bad apples, as its leader tried to kid us – the whole orchard is rotten.
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Inside York’s haunted pubs where some regulars never seem to leave
From ghostly landlords to Roman soldiers and eerie footsteps, we explore the spooky stories behind some of York’s most haunted pubs.
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English mayors to get new powers and more funding to boost regional growth
The PM says it will prevent local leaders from having to go ‘cap in hand’ to Whitehall
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Live in a tenement? Then these are the warning signs you need to know
Scotland’s tenement owners urged to inspect gutters, roofs and stonework, tackle damp and plants, and plan shared repairs to protect ageing homes nationwide.
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Stakeknife's Scottish spymaster: The dark secrets of Northern Ireland's 'Dirty War'
Our Writer at Large has investigated Ulster's Dirty War for decades. Here, he talks to the veteran BBC reporter, John Ware, about the role of Scottish army officer Gordon Kerr
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Wes Streeting says defence investment can boost North East jobs
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting op-ed
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Banks set to report stronger profits as they face prospect of tax hike
The announcements will come on the same week that Chancellor John Healey will deliver his autumn Budget statement.
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Inside York’s haunted pubs where some regulars never seem to leave
From ghostly landlords to Roman soldiers and eerie footsteps, we explore the spooky stories behind some of York’s most haunted pubs.
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Inside York’s haunted pubs where some regulars never seem to leave
From ghostly landlords to Roman soldiers and eerie footsteps, we explore the spooky stories behind some of York’s most haunted pubs.
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Rare Gothic Crown expected to fetch up to £12,000 at North Yorkshire auction
Rare 1847 Victorian Gothic Crown estimated at up to £12,000 leads Tennants Auctioneers’ coins sale in Leyburn on November 18, alongside historic British coins.
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No wonder Scotland's cancellation of mummies has been ridiculed around the world
Who knew that bosses at Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum bosses could commune with the dead? Perhaps they’ve discovered an AI tool that can retro-read the intentions of people who lived thousands of years ago.
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‘That’s the way the city works’: how the UAE changed the face of Andy Burnham’s Manchester
The story of the emirates’ presence in Manchester winds from the Arab Spring to some of the most deprived places in England – with complicated results
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Ofgem and National Gas plan: Unable to meet demand or a ‘very rare’ potential issue?
We’ve fact-checked concerns over gas supply capacity and demand
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British, French paratroopers in largest airborne drill for decades amid Russia fears
Six hundred French and British paratroopers dropped from four RAF A400M Atlas aircraft
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Myanmar’s Aung San Suu Kyi ‘sounds strong’ but is isolated, son says
Kim Aris tells the Guardian chance to speak with detained Nobel laureate was ‘public relations’ move from military leaders
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Why the King's Caribbean tour could be 'biggest risk of his reign'
The meticulously-planned visit takes in three countries in nine days - but is not without jeopardy.
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Music streaming: Why we're listening to so many old songs
The chart is full is full of old music and classic songs are dominating streaming services. But why?
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Andy Burnham says he wants ‘honest discussion’ about freedom of movement with EU
Prime minister is considering different options for new relationship with Brussels ahead of summit in November
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British, French paratroopers in largest airborne drill for decades amid Russia fears
Overall, roughly 2,500 personnel took part, which included 600 French and British paratroopers dropping from four RAF A400M Atlas aircraft
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York and North Yorkshire mayor welcomes more cash and powers to drive growth
David Skaith, the mayor of York and North Yorkshire, has welcomed the government announcing more money and powers for local leaders to help drive growth.
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Smith vs Puello: Briton edges past challenger in triumphant homecoming
Britain's Dalton Smith defends his WBC light-welterweight world title with a split-decision victory over Alberto Puello in a triumphant homecoming in Sheffield.
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Britain must be ready for war in 1,000 days, Wes Streeting warns
Wes Streeting has warned that Britain’s adversaries will be ready to attack UK by 2030
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Why it could take longer to switch on your Smart TV
Government seeks to cap the power that smart devices, such as TVs, robot vaccum cleaners and air fryers, can use in standby mode
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York and North Yorkshire mayor welcomes more cash and powers to drive growth
David Skaith, the mayor of York and North Yorkshire, has welcomed the government announcing more money and powers for local leaders to help drive growth.
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Newspaper headlines: 'Cops didn't share letter' and Burnham 'open' to EU free movement
The latest on claims agianst the father of the Duchess of Sussex and comments from the PM on EU free movement feature on Sunday's front pages.
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English mayors to get new powers and more funding to boost regional growth
The PM says it will prevent local leaders from having to go ‘cap in hand’ to Whitehall
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The County Durham market town hiding a French-style palace and a medieval castle
Barnard Castle is a historic County Durham market town with a magnificent French-style museum, medieval castle, independent shops and River Tees walks.
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Thousands remain without power as Storm Boelo batters UK with 80mph winds
Thousands of homes remain without electricity as Storm Boelo batters the UK, bringing 80mph winds, heavy rain, flooding and widespread travel disruption.
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Met says it shared allegations about Meghan’s father with her but not other forces
Scotland Yard says it shared letter about Thomas Markle Sr allegations in 2019 but did not pass claims to other agencies
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Northern Olympics project to get £7 million study in Budget
A £7 million fund will be used to examine the potential for a future Olympics bid by northern England.
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SNP says UK must rule out use of Scottish revenue for English nuclear energy
The SNP has demanded the UK Labour Government rule out the use of revenue from Scotland’s oil and gas industry on English nuclear energy.
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The exact time clocks go back this weekend in the UK and why
To make up for the shortening days, the clocks will go back across the UK this weekend
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Northern Olympics campaign to get £7m in Healey’s budget
Fund will support feasibility study for potential bid to host Games in 2040s, backed by northern mayors and top athletes
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Between quick wins and big dreams lies Burnham's biggest test, starting with the Budget
The prime minister might be dreaming of gold medals in 2040, but he must first navigate the difficult years in between, writes Laura Kuenssberg.
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The exact time clocks go back this weekend in the UK and why
To make up for the shortening days, the clocks will go back across the UK this weekend
