Major tech stocks plunge as US midterms add to fears of AI slowdown
The market has been reacting to possible tougher scrutiny of data centre construction and the AI industry following the US midterms
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Big Brother's most controversial housemate triumphs over its wokest: Rochelle is crowned the 2026 champion despite being booed by the crowd after beating rival Twinks
Rochelle was announced as this year's winner despite being booed by the audience, in a vote that was tipped to be one of the closest ever.
Cate Blanchett dazzles in an eye-catching artwork gown as she joins fellow A-Listers Mikey Madison and Isla Fisher at the Harper's Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards
Hollywood's biggest names jetted across the Atlantic to be honoured for their illustrious careers, as stars descended on Claridge's for the Harper's Bazaar Women Of The Year Awards on Thursday.
Parts of doomed Learjet's engine are found in wreckage after plane crashed on Florida street killing 9
Parts of the engine on the Learjet plane that crashed on a Florida street have been recovered, officials said on Thursday. All nine people on board died in the tragedy on Sunday.
Cancer diagnoses hit record high of more than 1,000 people a day
Charities warn the NHS continues to fail to meet its targets on diagnosis and treatment
Noah Wyle's series The Pitt is hit by legal action from ER creator Michael Crichton's widow as she claims the medical drama is an 'unauthorised' reboot of his iconic show
A court in the US has now ruled that Sherri Crichton can proceed with her lawsuit against the HBO drama, with a judge ruling that there are 'clear similarities.'
Rachel Uchitel reveals incredible results of $100,000 plastic surgery makeover after admitting she messed up her face with fillers
Rachel Uchitel has revealed the incredible results of her extensive $100,000 plastic surgery makeover.
Gavin Newsom spares every murderer on California's death row in one of his final acts as Governor
California Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday announced that he was commuting the sentences of all 548 prisoners on death row in the state.
US elections 2026 live: Democrats hold nearly 100 more House seats than Republicans as blue wave continues to grow
Democrats widen gap in House chamber by flipping more seats, including in Ohio, Arizona and North Carolina; Ted Cruz calls election a ‘Watergate-level repudiation’ Live results | Q&A: Ask your questions about Democrats’ win Sign up for Breaking News US email Election night brough
Downfall of Russell Brand the rapist: The swaggering sex predator fawned over by the Left is facing many years in jail, financial ruin and new charges
Sex predator Russell Brand could face new rape charges within weeks after he was convicted yesterday of attacks on four women.
Trump says ‘big, beautiful agreement’ on Ukraine ‘might involve all of Europe’
British troops are due to take part in a major Coalition of the Willing military exercise to prepare for potential peace.
Anderson could be given chance to join Surrey
James Anderson could be given the opportunity to extend his legendary career by joining Surrey.
Europa League: Sunderland lose at home to Zagreb while Celtic enjoy first win
Evanilson helps Bournemouth to 3-1 win at Sparta Prague Ferencvaros prevail 2-0 at Milan to keep 100% record Sunderland ’s unbeaten run in the Europa League came to an end as they were beaten 2-0 by Dinamo Zagreb at the Stadium of Light. Dinamo went ahead through Luka Stojkovic’s
Tennis billionaire heiress Jessica Pegula is caught on hot mic saying 19-year-old rival Mirra Andreeva is a 'diva who needs to be humbled'
Andreeva has gained a reputation for her fiery temperament - at Wimbledon she smashed her rackets, snapped at the umpire and her team, said 'I quit,' and left the court in tears after losing.
Police car set alight in Glasgow amid Bonfire Night trouble
The car was torched after officers answered reports of an injured man in the Provanmill area of Glasgow.
Aer Lingus flight passenger describes ordeal as plane diverted by bomb hoax
The Aer Lingus Airbus A320 left Dublin for Rome before being diverted to northern France on Thursday after receiving a bomb threat.
California governor commutes sentences for state's 548 death row inmates
California has historically had the largest population of people on death row in the US.
Arsenal 'track new forward signing' after Mikel Arteta transfer targets revealed
Gunners seem to be finalising plans for the January transfer window
BBC says ‘no place for abuse of power’ after Russell Brand guilty verdicts
The 51-year-old is facing years in prison.
Deschamps not interested in Man Utd job - Friday's gossip
Didier Deschamps is not interested in becoming Manchester United's manager, Arsenal are interested in Club Brugge striker Nicolo Tresoldi, plus more.
Burnham to force UK employers to include salaries in job adverts
Burnham’s announcement has been welcomed by the TUC general secretary Paul Nowak
Firms told to publish salaries in job adverts ahead of new law
The goverment argues the change will help jobseekers and could help to prevent pay discrimination.
Scott Parker’s dramatic West Ham return leaves him struggling for words
The former midfielder with impressive managerial promotion record began with a thrilling comeback in draw at Cardiff Three days in and Scott Parker has already lost his voice. West Ham’s head coach arrived on Tuesday, watched his side fight back from 3-0 down to draw with Cardiff
Charles hailed as UK's 'secret weapon' by royal aide after challenging Caribbean trip
Charles has just returned from a trip to the Caribbean where there were calls for him to apologise for the transatlantic slave trade
Big Brother 2026 winner crowned after turbulent, record-breaking ITV2 series
Six finalists faced the public vote as a complaint-hit but hugely watched run reached its live climax.
Taskmaster confirms The Grand Tour and This Morning favourites for New Year special line-up
Francis Bourgeois and Alison Hammond lead a star-studded festive challenge.
Taskmaster confirms New Year's special lineup – including Bake Off's Alison Hammond
Five of the most famous faces in British television are confirmed to take part in this year's Taskmaster.
King relishes 'politically charged' deployments, Palace aide says
The monarch faced questions on the UK's involvement in the slave trade during his Caribbean tour.
British doctor with Ebola arrives back in the UK
The man will be taken to one of two hospitals equipped to deal with Ebola after he was flown back to the UK from the Democratic Republic of the Congo
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