Month: October 2026

Belgium’s King Philippe, left, greets Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy at the Royal Palace in Brussels, Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Geert Vanden Wijngaert)

EU leaders stuck to their red lines on the next long-term budget at Thursday’s summit, with several now rejecting the presumed December deadline. Council President António Costa is now expected to take over the negotiations, with a new compromise due in a few weeks.

Singapore continues to grapple with severe haze that is disrupting daily life and businesses, as authorities roll out protective measures — and issue warnings.

The halt to commercial shipments, including fruit and winter clothing, cuts off a key source of critical supplies.

(CNN) — Candidates faced off in heated debates Thursday night in two of the country’s most competitive Senate races, showing how bitter — and personal — each contest has become.

US and Canada rush to finalize trade agreement as deadline approaches

‘The Palestinian question is the greatest historical injustice of this century,’ China’s foreign minister said.

Russia’s return to the G20 table has tested how far Washington’s outreach to Moscow will strain ties with European allies.

Chinese Premier Li Qiang, on screen, makes a speech through video conferene as a new bridge linking China and North Korea opens in North Phyongan Province, North Korea Thursday, Oct.

Japan’s Meteorological Agency (JMA) mistakenly issued an early warning estimating a magnitude 9.9 earthquake and forecasting strong shaking across much of the country. The actual earthquake measured magnitude 6.9 near Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. The alert was issued at approximately 12:36 p.m. Friday in Japan, late Thursday in the United States, and canceled at 12:48 p.m., […]

More than 12 million barrels of oil are crossing through the Strait of Hormuz every day in October, higher than last month’s average — despite the surge in attacks coming from Iran, analysts said.

Attack was the first on Aden’s Al-Maashiq palace ⁠in the latest fighting between ​the Iran-aligned Houthis and Saudi Arabia

Kitchen utensils hang on a wall in Seferina Medina’s home after she received food aid distributed by the World Food Program in Honduras’ drought-prone Dry Corridor after the government declared

Trees lie in a deforested area of the Amazon rainforest in the municipality of Autazes, Amazonas state, Brazil, Thursday, Oct. 15, 2026. (AP Photo/Edmar Barros)

EU talks on Ukraine’s GOVSATCOM access could expand satellite options as Starlink restrictions disrupt drone missions and air defenses.

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London QS warns ‘significant resources’ being tied up on lengthy PCSAs

BBC Sport picks out five things across the EFL that you should be keeping your eyes on this weekend.

How Israel votes this month will shape the future of over 5.5 million Palestinians who have no say in the election.

A number of services have been cancelled or revised after the collision at the UK’s busiest train station

An undercover investigation into Reform UK has heaped pressure on Nigel Farage’s party over the conduct of some of its members.

A fiery confrontation erupted at the United Nations Security Council as the Palestinian representative accused Israel of targeting Muslim holy sites, launching a sharp attack on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Israel’s policies. The clash unfolded amid growing international concern over Gaza’s worsening humanitarian crisis, escalating violence in the occupied West Bank, and fears that the two-state solution is slipping further out of reach. UN officials warned that the Gaza ceasefire exists “in name only,” as Palestinians continue to face severe shortages of shelter, basic services and humanitarian aid. As Israeli and Palestinian representatives traded accusations, the Security Council faced renewed questions over civilian protection, settlement expansion and the future of peace in the region.

Kiran Kaur was jailed for three years for removing the knife used by her son to kill finance student Henry Nowak from the crime scene.

UK and Germany deepen defence-industrial cooperation at Lancaster House talks, building on the Trinity House Agreement and Kensington Treaty.

The Beaufort Wine Bar has just opened at The Savoy, offering 250 wines guided under head sommelier Romain Audrerie

Chelsea star Morgan Rogers arrived at Stamford Bridge having established himself as one of the Premier League’s leading young attacking talents

Nobody noticed the boundary for 40 years due to thick vegetation at the back of the houses masking the border

Scotland teams competed at the 2026 London Mini Marathon (photo by Neil Renton) In 2027 the London Marathon is taking place across two days, on Saturday

Nicola Saia sued Ravinder Laly and his property company RSL Slough Ltd for harassment and unlawful eviction

The Prime Minister will visit Scotland on Friday.

LE SSERAFIM launches first Europe tour, sells out London O2 show The group LE SSERAFIM is expanding its influence on the global stage through its fir

Five minutes from the Tube station, Brixton’s rooftop saunas offer couples and friends an amazing private escape from the chaos nearby.

The plan is to extend the fee to these platforms to prevent people from avoiding it by logging on using their phones or tablet, according to a report.

The fares freeze on London’s buses and trams ends this month. From November 1, the adult bus and tram fare, including the Hopper fare, will increase by 10p from £1.75 to £1.85, Transport for London confirmed in a statement this morning. Fares for eligible concession card holders will increase by 5p. The daily bus and…

The West London architect has previously been pictured meeting the King and the Princess of Wales

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London’s oldest restaurant, Rules, has had its future in the city safeguarded for generations thanks to a generous donation.

Services cancelled at Liverpool Street Station after train wheels came off track in incident on Thursday

‘Trespassing incident’ expected to cause major disruption well into Friday afternoon

Roberto De Zerbi has been ruthless with Richarlison – and you can have your say below on whether you agree with the Tottenham Hotspur manager

Hampstead’s historic The Spaniards Inn ranks fifth among the UK’s most haunted pubs, with ghostly tales of Dick Turpin, a spectral horse and three resident spirits.

This week’s guest is Anna Jewsbury, who founded London design brand Completedworks with her brother Mark in 2013. Completedworks hit the mainstream during the pandemic, when cool-girl celebrities began appearing in fashion magazine roundups wearing the brand’s scrunchie earrings.

The designer set out to make the most of the house’s 19th-century bones, using nature-inspired colours for a sense of connection with the garden and layering in characterful objects to bring harmony to each room

The quintessential British designer’s new workroom has opened in north London. Wallpaper* takes a tour

Transport for London said it would have a knock-on effect on services between Windsor and Reading

A new University of Roehampton study is gaining insights on how to support homeless people by using heat maps to track rough sleeping

The District line and Piccadilly line will both be partly closed, while the Elizabeth line will face reduced service.

Residents living in Archway Heights have reported building safety and security fears following trespassing and anti-social behaviour

The London Assembly report says the technology risks increasing congestion and harming jobs.

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