Bouncy balls, points gaps & Honda Civics - inside Celtic's dismal day
BBC Scotland examines what was a day of incident for defending Scottish champions Celtic at Dundee.
Ed Miliband hints at cut to VAT on energy bills
The energy secretary says the government needs to address the "cost-of-living crisis" facing the country.
Green Party leader defends wealth tax proposals
Zack Polanski says a new tax on the rich would tackle "the deep inequality in our society".
Trump ends aid to Colombia and calls country's leader a 'drug dealer'
The move is the latest in a string of escalations from the US which has struck at least six ships in the Caribbean Sea in recent weeks.
Sea Life boss challenged to 'swap places' with penguins 'trapped in basement' of aquarium
Protesters calling for the release of penguins "trapped in a basement" demonstrated outside a London attraction on Sunday, with musician turned eco-campaigner Feargal Sharkey throwing down the gauntlet to the company boss.
Company boss challenged to 'swap places' with penguins 'trapped in basement' of aquarium
Protesters calling for the release of penguins "trapped in a basement" demonstrated outside a London attraction on Sunday, with musician turned eco-campaigner Feargal Sharkey throwing down the gauntlet to the company boss.
World of cricket's farewell to umpire Dickie Bird
The funeral at St Mary's Church in Barnsley was attended by Yorkshire cricketers and local fans.
Why Andrew hasn't given up being a prince – amid call for him to 'live in exile'
Sky News' royal commentator has explained why Prince Andrew has not given up being called a prince – while another expert has said "the decent thing" for him to do would be "go into exile" overseas.
Police looking into claims Andrew asked officer to seek information on accuser
Media reports say he asked his police protection to find out personal details about Virginia Giuffre.
Calls for London Aquarium penguins to be released
Up to 300 people protested against the captivity of 15 gentoo penguins at the Westminster attraction.
Organizers say over 7 million showed up to No Kings protests
Saturday marked the biggest day of protest since the start of Donald Trumps’ second term. Organizers of the No Kings protests estimated that over seven million people took to the streets to declare their opposition to the president, his policies, and his tactics. Indivisible, the group behind the protests, claims that there were over 2,700 […]
Government looks utterly weak on Maccabi Tel Aviv fan ban - and Tories have smelt blood
Government ministers have been outspoken and unequivocal in their outrage at the decision to ban Maccabi Tel Aviv fans from Aston Villa.
Government announces new V Levels qualification after PM's conference speech pledge
The government is announcing the creation of new V Levels qualifications for students age 16-19 in what is being billed as a major overhaul of the education system.
Lingering dread over what else about Prince Andrew could still emerge
Just a cursory glance at the headlines, and it's clear the disgrace and downfall of Prince Andrew is not over.
Legendary cricket umpire Dickie Bird remembered by sporting greats
He was the world's most famous cricket umpire but also a true son of Yorkshire.
Taliban and Pakistan agree to ceasefire after days of deadly clashes
Both sides claim to have inflicted heavy casualties in cross-border clashes which began last week.
This weekend is your last chance to get a month of Disney Plus starting at $9.99
From Apple TV Plus to Peacock, a number of streaming services have recently increased their pricing — and Disney Plus is no exception. Starting on Tuesday, October 21st, the standalone plan with ads will jump from $9.99 to $11.99 a month, while the ad-free Premium tier will increase by $3 to $18.99 a month. The […]
Boy arrested after woman dies in house fire
A 17-year-old boy has been arrested after a woman died in a house fire in Cwmbran, Wales.
mRNA covid vaccines spark immune response that may aid cancer survival
An analysis of patient records suggests that mRNA covid-19 vaccines boost the immune response to cancerous tumours when given soon after people start a type of immunotherapy, extending their lives
Vance celebrates US Marines 250th anniversary with live artillery demo
California governor Gavin Newsom shutdown a busy freeway, saying the military demonstration was too dangerous.
The Sony Watchman was must-see TV
To understand the Sony Watchman, you have to go back. Way back. Back to when "TV" wasn't just a way to refer to any piece of content between 20 and 89 minutes, available on every screen everywhere for a few bucks a month. In 1982, when Sony first started selling its new device, "TV" was […]
Government vows to create 400,000 jobs in energy sector
Ed Miliband says the UK's clean energy sector needs developing in order to "get bills down for good".
Opera’s Neon shows just how confusing AI browsers still are
The trick to understanding Opera's Neon browser is recognizing that it's not just a browser with an AI bot added to it, but a browser with three AI bots all living side by side. This is both a strength and a weakness, because while you don't have to leave to do all the AI things […]
Why John Bolton case is more serious than those against other Trump critics
Bolton argues his case is an example of "weaponisation" but legal experts say the charges are serious.
Fleetwood answers son's dreams with win in India
Tommy Fleetwood shares a touching moment with his son Frankie after winning the DP World India Championship by two shots.
Time to catch ‘em all again
Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 102, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, happy spooky season, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've been reading about personal chefs and TikTok's algorithm and deep sea divers, tearing […]
The AI sexting era has arrived
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on AI and the industry's power dynamics and societal implications, follow Hayden Field. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. How it started Since ChatGPT became a household […]
Part of Birmingham 'can't be no-go area for Jews', says cabinet minister
Aston in Birmingham can't become a "no-go area" for Jews, a senior cabinet minister has told Sky News, amid controversy over fans of an Israeli football club being barred from attending a match next month.
Father 'finally home', says daughter of dead hostage returned to Israel
The first of two bodies returned on Saturday has been identified as that of Ronen Engel.
Savage wants action on 'vile abuse' directed at him
Forest Green Rovers boss Robbie Savage says more action needs to be taken against "vile abuse" he has suffered from opposition fans.
Tertsch beats Britain's Potter to world title
Lisa Tertsch claims the world triathlon title for the first time as Great Britain's Beth Potter has to settle for third place overall.
Mystery foam on river sparks Environment Agency investigation
A large volume of foam that mysteriously appeared on a river is being investigated by the Environmental Agency.
Louvre museum in Paris closed after robbery
The Louvre museum in Paris has been closed following a robbery, according to France's culture minister.
More damaging reports on Andrew appear as King faces calls to strip him of prince title
The Met Police is "actively looking" into claims Andrew sought to obtain information about accuser Virginia Giuffre through his police protection.
How BBC secret filming exposed a £28m timeshare fraud
Nine years after the BBC exposed Sell My Timeshare's wrongdoing, 14 people have been convicted over a £28m fraud.
Betfred says all its shops may close if Reeves hikes gambling tax
The company's co-founder says it would be forced to close all its sites, putting 7,500 jobs at risk, if gambling taxes go up.
Two British women complete record-breaking row across Pacific Ocean
Two British women have become the first female crew to row non-stop and unaided across the Pacific.
More players stand still as La Liga protests continue
Players refuse to move for the first 15 seconds of matches in La Liga on Saturday as protests at the Spanish league's decision to stage a game in Miami continued.
Limp Bizkit bassist dies aged 48
Sam Rivers, the bassist with US nu-metal group Limp Bizkit, has died aged 48, his bandmates have said.
Footage shows moment officers are stabbed in ambush
Sgt Tim Ansell has been awarded a King's Commendation for tackling the knifeman with his bare hands.
'No Kings' protests draw huge crowds as anti-Trump rallies sweep across US
The demonstrations against the US president - which Republicans had called "hate-America rallies" - were boisterous but peaceful.
Why Liverpool are feeling the effects of Trent-shaped gap this season
BBC Sport analyses what Liverpool are missing this season in Trent Alexander-Arnold's absence.
The Papers: 'Andrew told Met to dig up dirt on Virginia' and 'Virginia's revenge'
Prince Andrew dominates Sunday's papers in new allegations after he gave up his title of the Duke of York.
How Peaky Blinders has transformed West Midlands tourism
More than 10 years since the show first aired, its influence continues to grow.
Rising temperatures are threatening UK trees - but these species could save our forests
Trees are struggling to cope with the rate of climate change and so we may need to intervene to make more resiliant forests for the future.
'It's going to break my heart' - woman faces eviction from Ghosts estate
Baschea Walsh says she feels "absolutely sick" to leave the cottage on the estate where the hit sitcom was filmed.
Limp Bizkit bassist Sam Rivers dies aged 48
"His talent was effortless, his presence unforgettable, his heart enormous," the band said in their announcement of the musician's death.
Prince William plans 'ruthless approach' towards Prince Andrew, as lawyer predicts further leaks
Prince William is planning to take a "ruthless approach" towards Prince Andrew when he is king, according to reports, as a US lawyer predicts the scandal engulfing the royal "is not going away" and more stories will "leak out".
McLaren's 'brutal' reality of 'that Max guy getting in middle of our fun'
On Saturday, McLaren F1 boss Zak Brown said he expected the climax to the world championship to be "brutal". His words quickly proved prophetic.
Spanish town bans black cat adoptions during Halloween
In an effort to ward off potentially sinister rituals, the Catalonian town of Terrassa hopes to keep its black cats safe during the occult-themed holiday.
'I felt really lonely': Joe Swash on being a young dad
Joe Swash tells the BBC about his experiences of being a young dad and says more support is needed.
Grand Theft Auto made him a legend. His latest game was a disaster
Lesley Benzies was one of the architects behind one of the most successful video games in history.
Why I fell in love with a book called I Want to Die but I Want to Eat Tteokbokki
In reflecting on a gentle melancholy many can relate to, this book teaches us to appreciate the small joys in life.
The Celebrity Traitors cast are closer to each other than you might think
The series is full of celebs who are connected in different ways, which adds a whole new layer of drama.
Mystery deepens after missing schoolgirl found dead in pop star D4vd's Tesla
Questions around the up-and-coming TikTok star's connection to a teenage girl's death have eclipsed his career's rise.
'I'm 89 and I saw my homeland rebuilt before - but now I don't believe Gaza has a future'
One Palestinian family shares their story of life coming full circle - and what they believe lies ahead as talk turns to rebuilding Gaza
Labour promises 'just transition' for oil and gas workers as their jobs dry up
Ministers have unveiled their flagship plan to train and recruit workers for the booming clean energy sector, which it is hoping to supercharge in the next five years.
'You can't fake being a rock star': Springsteen biopic explores his inner demons and childhood trauma
"It's a cliché," says Bruce Springsteen, "but he is a rock star - and you can't fake that."
Hannah, 22, died after buying poison online - why her death raises serious questions for NHS
Pete Aitken says his daughter Hannah would still be alive, if she hadn't been sent to a series of "failing" mental health hospitals, which made his daughter Hannah increasingly unwell.
Haaland's football intelligence makes him 'unplayable' - Richards
Match of the Day pundits Micah Richards and Alan Shearer look at how Erling Haaland is currently "unplayable" after the striker scored two goals for Manchester City in their win over Everton.
Verstappen takes US pole with Norris second
Max Verstappen beats Lando Norris to pole position at the United States Grand Prix with championship leader Oscar Piastri down in sixth.
What difference will this really make for Andrew?
Prince Andrew has lost his titles - but will much of his life remain the same and will it stop the negative headlines?
The full story behind Queen's iconic song
The full story behind Queen's iconic song.
US airstrike destroyed 'drug-carrying submarine', says Trump - as survivors repatriated
Two survivors of a US airstrike, targeting what Donald Trump has described as a "drug-carrying submarine" in the Caribbean, have been repatriated to their home countries.
Exiled Russian oligarch: Putin has sent signal to Trump that he's ready for Ukraine deal
Exiled Russian oligarch Mikhail Khodorkovsky has claimed that Vladimir Putin is signalling that he is prepared to strike a deal on Ukraine with Donald Trump.
In Pictures: Anti-Trump protesters join nationwide 'No Kings' rallies
Thousands of so-called "No Kings" rallies are being held across the US to protest at what organisers are calling Donald Trump's "crackdowns on First Amendment rights".
Donald Trump mocks 'No Kings' protests with AI video of himself dropping brown sludge on protesters from jet
Donald Trump has responded to so-called "No Kings" rallies with an AI video of himself in a fighter jet, pouring brown sludge over protesters.
'I miss the past, but we like the money': The Bali-fication of a laidback surfers' island
For locals, the promise of more tourism is a welcome opportunity - but they are also wary.
Sinner dominates Alcaraz at lucrative Six Kings Slam
Jannik Sinner claims a commanding victory over rival Carlos Alcaraz to win a reported $6m prize pot at the Six Kings Slam in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
McLaren blame rivals for Piastri-Norris crash
McLaren F1 bosses blame rival drivers for the crash between Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris at the start of the United States Grand Prix sprint race.
Protesters march through streets against digital ID plans
Crowds of protesters have marched through London streets rallying against government plans for digital IDs.
Two leading candidates to chair grooming gangs inquiry revealed
A former police officer and a social worker are the leading candidates to chair the government's national inquiry into grooming gangs, Sky News has learned.
Wrongfully imprisoned for more than 40 years, US man now faces deportation to India
Subramanyam "Subu" Vedam was freed from prison after being wrongfully convicted for a 1980 murder.
What Prince Andrew's titles loss means for Sarah Ferguson, Beatrice and Eugenie
We ask royal commentators what life looks like for the women of the York family.
Hamas hands over bodies of two more hostages, Israel confirms
Israel has received the bodies of two more hostages from the Red Cross, the Israeli prime minister's office has confirmed.
Aliens are invading in this sci-fi Spielberg epic
A power repairman has an encounter with a spacecraft and is obsessed with seeing it again.
Aliens are invading in this sci-fi Spielberg epic
Roy Neary has an encounter with an alien spacecraft and becomes consumed with the desire to see it again
Different coach but same Rangers? - Smith questions mentality & habits
Interim head coach Steven Smith questions Rangers' mentality and habits after the Ibrox side's draw with Dundee United.
Ferrari has 'full confidence' in team boss Vasseur
Ferrari chairman John Elkann says the company has "full confidence" in team principal Frederic Vasseur.
Piastri & Norris collide as Verstappen wins sprint
McLaren team-mates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris crash out of the United States Grand Prix sprint race in a collision just after the start.
Brexit impact on UK economy 'negative for foreseeable future,' Bank of England chief says
Brexit will have a negative impact on the UK's economic growth "for the foreseeable future," the UK's most senior banker has warned.
'Looks superhuman' - but Man City can't just rely on Haaland
Erling Haaland is getting so good he is starting to break his own records, following a double for Manchester City against Everton on Saturday.
Aston Villa stewards told they had permission to miss Maccabi Tel Aviv match over concerns
Aston Villa told matchday stewards they did not have to work at the club's fixture against Maccabi Tel Aviv next month, saying they understood some "may have concerns".
Postecoglou sacked as Forest line up Mancini and Dyche
Ange Postecoglou is sacked by Nottingham Forest after a 3-0 defeat by Chelsea just 39 days after being appointed as head coach.
Socialite Lady Annabel Goldsmith remembered as 'irreplaceable' after death
Lady Annabel Goldsmith, the socialite who gave her name to a famous Mayfair nightclub, has died aged 91.
TiVo won the court battles, but lost the TV war
In the 2000s, TiVo reached heights few companies ever achieve. Like Google and Xerox, its name became a verb. People had to "TiVo" the new episode of Battlestar Galactica or game 4 of the Red Sox vs. Cardinals, not "record" it. While it didn't invent the DVR, TiVo popularized it and many of the features […]
Voting begins over future of Oxford Union president-elect after Charlie Kirk comment
Members of the Oxford Union are voting in a no-confidence motion in its incoming president, after he was accused of celebrating the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk.
Voting ends over future of Oxford Union president-elect after Charlie Kirk comment
Members of the Oxford Union have voted in a no-confidence poll in its incoming president, after he was accused of celebrating the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk.
Motorola’s Razr Ultra and the Marshall Emberton II top this week’s best deals
If you’ve been thinking about buying a foldable phone that truly stands out, few models can rival the 2025 Motorola Razr Ultra, which is currently on sale at Amazon and Best Buy with 16GB of RAM and 512GB starting at $999.99 ($300 off), its lowest price to date. If you can’t tell from the image […]
How Andrew allegations unfolded and his titles were lost
After more reports emerged of his relationship with paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein, Andrew has been stripped of his royal titles and forced out of the Royal Lodge.
Protesters in Germany demand removal of Madeleine McCann suspect
Protesters have gathered in northern Germany demanding the prime suspect in the disappearance of Madeleine McCann be ousted from where they live.
8BitDo’s new collection celebrates the NES’s 40th anniversary
Forty years ago today, the Nintendo Entertainment System launched in North America, and to help celebrate the anniversary, 8BitDo has announced a new NES40 collection. It features updated versions of three of 8BitDo’s existing products, including its Ultimate 2 wireless controller, Retro 87 Keyboard N Edition, and Retro Cube Speaker. The updates made to the […]
Prince Andrew insisted on 'gag order' to stop allegations spoiling Queen's Platinum Jubilee, memoir claims
Prince Andrew insisted his accuser, Virginia Giuffre, sign a one-year gag order - to prevent details of her allegations tarnishing the late Queen's platinum jubilee, her memoirs have claimed.
Inside Postecoglou's 39 days to forget at Forest
Ange Postecoglou had only just moved into his new flat when he was sacked by Nottingham Forest, ending one of the shortest reigns in Premier League history.
Eleven killed after Israel hits bus in Gaza, Hamas-run civil defence says
The Israeli military said it had fired at a "suspicious vehicle" it said had crossed the line demarcating the area occupied by its forces.
Watch: Brits row from Peru to Australia in tiny boat
Jess Rowe and Miriam Payne told the BBC how they made the six-month journey unsupported, catching fish and growing their own vegetables.
Afghanistan to boycott cricket series in Pakistan after 'strike kills players'
Afghanistan has withdrawn its national team from a cricket series in Pakistan after strikes in an eastern border province killed three players, the national governing body said.
David Attenborough becomes oldest Daytime Emmy winner
The 99-year-old broadcaster and naturalist wins for his work narrating the series Secret Lives of Orangutans.
Lady Annabel Goldsmith dies aged 91
Annabel's nightclub in Mayfair, which was popular with celebrities in the 1960s and 1970s, was named after her.
Louisiana resident assisted in Hamas 7 October attack, US says
Mahmoud Amin Ya'qub al-Muhtadi allegedly joined a paramilitary group that fought alongside Hamas during the 7 October attack.
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