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Rangers have moved top of the Scottish Premiership after a 3-0 win in which Ryan Naderi scored twice, with Kelsy adding another before half-time. The side extended their winning run to six league games, while Hearts delivered a big win and joined the chase at the top.
Preliminary results have shown United Russia securing about 57–58% of the party vote and roughly 349–355 of 450 State Duma seats after three days of voting. Turnout has been reported near 57–60%. Voting included polling in Crimea and four Ukrainian regions annexed by Moscow; Western governments and critics have denounced the vote as uncompetitive and illegal in occupied territories.
A man has entered the Amur tiger enclosure at Yorkshire Wildlife Park near Doncaster and died at the scene. The park remains closed while authorities investigate. Eyewitnesses describe the sequence of events as staff evacuated the area and emergency services responded. Authorities say Altai the tiger remains unharmed and the incident is under investigation.
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said Britain must take a "clear-eyed" look at its long-term relationship with the EU and has set a UK-EU summit for 20 November to push deals on food and drink, youth mobility and emissions trading. He has kept Labour's 2024 manifesto red lines for now but has opened the door to broader options, including rejoining the EU in future campaigns.
Public inquiry hearing identifies rule 9 requests to SAS personnel as it seeks evidence on deliberate detention operations and potential cover‑ups amid allegations of 54 Afghan killings by SAS units and investigations by the Royal Military Police.
The government has launched a staged early-release scheme to ease overcrowding, freeing hundreds of prisoners with thousands to follow. Monitor and tagging are expanded, while prosecutors face debates over resources and the probation service gears up for potential strikes. Exclusions apply to the most serious offenders.
Labour has retained Sir Keir Starmer’s former seat in Holborn and St Pancras with Sagal Abdi-Wali winning 45% of the vote. Zack Polanski’s Green bid finished second at about 33% with turnout near 39%. The result signals Labour’s continued appeal to urban, diverse voters while raising questions for the Greens about leadership and strategy after their conference motion equating Zionism with racism.
Leaked Cyprus Confidential files show years of backdating and asset shifting linked to Roman Abramovich, with Deloitte Cyprus named in signing off on statements. The investigations allege wealth concealment and tax evasion spanning 1999–2022, while Abramovich and key aides deny wrongdoing.
A joint expedition led by the Archaeological Legacy Institute and Purdue University has arrived near Nikumaroro Island to search for the Taraia Object, believed by some to be Amelia Earhart’s missing Lockheed Electra. The team is navigating reef gaps and harsh weather while facing giant coconut crabs and unpredictable El Niño conditions. Results could confirm a long-standing decadel-old mystery.
Streeting has reaffirmed UK support for Ukraine’s leadership while noting U.S. President Trump’s diesel arrangement with Russia has complicated Western unity on sanctions. UK ministers are stressing deterrence and sustained defence spending as midterm pressures mount for allies.
Matt Richardson has been withdrawn from the Great Britain track cycling squad ahead of the World Championships in Shanghai as British Cycling investigates misconduct allegations. The Times reports an active probe, though BC has not commented on specifics. The decision affects a frontrunner who previously switched allegiance from Australia and had been slated for multiple medals.
The Houthis have attacked Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport, killing and injuring civilians. The attack has drawn international condemnation, with UK and US officials weighing involvement. Authorities warn travellers and residents, and ongoing strikes are being monitored.
Protests across India have intensified over a voter-roll revision led by Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. Opponents say the Special Intensive Revision risks excluding eligible voters to benefit the ruling BJP, while authorities insist the exercise removes duplicates and ineligible names. The opposition and civil society demand Kumar’s resignation; the government denies wrongdoing.
Four Horn of Africa states have convened in Egypt to coordinate on regional issues amid renewed fighting in Ethiopia. The meeting aims to reaffirm sovereignty, reduce cross-border hostilities, and guard Red Sea interests, as Cairo, Asmara, Mogadishu and Khartoum seek a unified stance on water sharing, security, and diplomacy.
Calendar phishing is on the rise as criminals embed fake invitations in calendar apps, using legitimate platforms to appear credible. Victims report fake meetings, voicemails, and service renewals that bypass filters and target individuals through internal-looking prompts. Experts warn of the growing sophistication and ongoing risk.
The BBC has appointed Rachel Jupp as director of news and current affairs as it faces large-scale savings, staff reapplications, and a push to reinvent its public-service journalism for a digital audience.
Cristiano Ronaldo has left Portugal’s national team camp amid ongoing tensions with coach Jorge Jesus. The star forward has not played in recent Nations League matches and has hinted at a possible return in the future, while Portugal has continued to win and secure a quarterfinal spot. Bruno Fernandes emphasises Ronaldo’s enduring symbol status for the country.
The third anniversary of Hamas’s Oct. 7 attack is marked by memorials, discussions of accountability, and ongoing trauma. Victims’ families and survivors recount losses, while questions over intelligence failures and government response remain unresolved as the conflict persists.
Thousands protested in Delhi as the Cockroach Janata Party (CJP) pushes for electoral reforms and the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner. Security forces have blocked routes to Jantar Mantar; hundreds were detained, then released. The controversy centers on the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls, with 130 million names already purged and thousands claiming wrongful removals.
A set of Business Insider UK articles shows families adopting AI assistants to manage daily tasks, school communications, and household logistics. From a parent tracking emails and varsity schedules to a CEO describing a blended work-life routine, the stories illustrate a broader shift toward AI-enabled personal productivity.
Three attacks at schools in Mazovian province have left one dead and several wounded; police detain 117 people across Poland for weapons and threats. Authorities say the violence is largely spontaneous and fueled by online content, with a copycat dynamic linked to 'nihilistic violence' and ultraright online culture.
The Times of Israel, The Guardian and BBC Business report that Quentin Tarantino will write and direct his first stage play, The Popinjay Cavalier, set in 1830s Europe. Sacha Baron Cohen will star in the London production, which opens in March 2027 at the Phoenix Theatre. Sony Pictures Entertainment and Sonia Friedman Productions are producing. Full casting will be announced later.