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Hurricane death toll rises as Jamaica aid effort struggles

The devastating storm claimed nearly 50 lives when it swept Haiti and Jamaica this week. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hozZvPR

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England 'not a quick fix' - Edwards on World Cup exit

Head coach Charlotte Edwards says she knew her job "would not be a quick fix" after England are thrashed by South Africa in the World Cup semi-finals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nObEdho

How a Hollywood tour guide discovered an unknown celebrity grave

The Bride of Frankenstein actress Elsa Lanchester will be celebrated on October 28, her 123rd birthday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zRh5s7I

Russian forces gain foothold in strategic Ukrainian town

Ukraine's president confirms Russian soldiers have taken up position inside the town of Pokrovsk. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MVU4yiu

Amazon confirms 14,000 corporate job losses as it focuses on AI

The company says the opportunities provided by AI means it needs to be "organised more leanly." from BBC News https://ift.tt/7SqtYU5

Tourist plane crash in Kenya kills 11 on board

The aircraft was flying from a popular coastal resort to a game park when it came down. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qUh3wG6

Watch: Monday Night Club

Mark Chapman and guests discuss the weekends football. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5EAaFNS

Stole a penguin, jailed in Singapore, now Aberdeen sporting director

Lutz Pfannenstiel has stolen a penguin, spent 101 days in jail accused of match-fixing, modelled for Armani - and is Aberdeen's new sporting director. from BBC News https://ift.tt/TtBDhUs

​​Women welcome arrest of charity boss identified in BBC sex-for-aid investigation

Syrian refugees in Turkey allege they were taken advantage of when they were desperate for help. from BBC News https://ift.tt/gF8NzCm

Bellingham scores El Clasico winner

Jude Bellingham assists the first goal and scores the second for Real Madrid as they beat Barcelona 2-1 in the first Clasico of the La Liga season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UQ98L51

Keating's England debut & Le Tissier position dilemma

Khiara Keating makes her debut and Maya le Tissier plays at right-back as Lionesses lose first match since winning Euro 2025 trophy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/iyMFu9U

An 'unbelievable' start - how Sunderland are defying expectations

Second in the Premier League and two points behind leaders Arsenal - how have the Black Cats done it? from BBC News https://ift.tt/BFywdVZ

Rubio says lots of countries willing to join Gaza security force

The US secretary of state says Israel must be comfortable with participants, but it is unclear how such a force could be deployed without an understanding with Hamas. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jxAgb5H

'Red flags for Rohl as Rangers routed in first game'

In the last few seasons, Rangers went toe-to-toe with Athletic Bilbao, Benfica, Red Bull Leipzig and Borussia Dortmund. Now they're getting routed by Brann. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5gY7wLt

Watch: Video appears to show alleged Louvre jewel thieves escaping

Thieves stole €88m worth of French crown jewels in broad daylight on Sunday morning. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DTGxdZw

President Trump pardons Binance founder Changpeng Zhao

Zhao was sentenced to four months in prison in 2024 after pleading guilty to violating money laundering laws. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kE5O7rb

'Different England taught harsh & familiar lesson by Australia'

England are a different side from their Ashes thrashing at the start of the year, but Australia teach them a harsh and familiar lesson at the World Cup, writes Ffion Wynne. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FKX5B6x

British grandmother on Bali death row to return to UK after drug smuggling conviction

Lindsay Sandiford, 69, spent years in prison in Indonesia after being convicted of drug smuggling. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ITPcWGh

French ex-president Sarkozy begins jail sentence for campaign finance conspiracy

Nicolas Sarkozy, president from 2007-2012, has appealed against his jail term at La Santé prison. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4D9XOUq

'Rohl jumps from Wednesday frying pan into Rangers furnace'

Danny Rohl has taken on one of the toughest managerial jobs in world football by succeeding Russell Martin at Rangers, writes Tom English. from BBC News https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/cwynpxndqn7o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

What football can learn from NFL's international games

With La Liga and Serie A set to stage regular-season matches overseas, how successful have the NFL's international games been, and what do players and fans think of them? from BBC News https://ift.tt/gOpiFxN

No Farrell or Willis in 36-man England training squad

There is no place for Owen Farrell or Tom Willis in the 36-man England training squad before the autumn internationals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SiCg8Nn

Ferrari has 'full confidence' in team boss Vasseur

Ferrari chairman John Elkann says the company has "full confidence" in team principal Frederic Vasseur. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3wOon7l

Celebrity MasterChef to air with sacked host John Torode

The Christmas specials will also air, with the BBC acknowledging it had not been a "straightforward decision". from BBC News https://ift.tt/MJcWjf1

Norris sets pace in US Grand Prix practice

McLaren's Lando Norris is fastest in practice at the United States Grand Prix, split from team-mate and title rival Oscar Piastri by Nico Hulkenberg. from BBC News https://ift.tt/U5eodk1

EU sets 2027 target for anti-drone system to defend against Russia

It is part of a new drive for the 27-member European Union to be ready for conflict by 2030. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ranx718

Met chief vows 'ruthless' rogue officer clear-out

Sir Mark Rowley says the force is making progress in rooting out unfit officers in its ranks. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XhwuByR

England's lucky escape - what are the problems to address?

After a near-miss against Pakistan, England are unlikely to survive any more batting scares with their toughest opponents in India and Australia on the horizon. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ih9NvuZ

Icon, trailblazer & Wales hero - Fishlock's seismic legacy

On the eve of her international retirement, a look at how Wales midfielder Jess Fishlock's seismic impact has gone beyond her remarkable on-pitch exploits. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dfa9eU5

Cracked windscreen forces US defence secretary's plane to make unscheduled landing in UK

The Pentagon says Hegseth and other military leaders on board, who were travelling back from a Nato meeting, are safe. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EvKWLzN

Raducanu has blood pressure taken in China defeat

Britain's Emma Raducanu struggles physically in a three-set loss to world number 219 Zhu Lin in the Ningbo Open first round. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7NDj4Io

Aspinall hits two nine-darters but Littler exits early

Nathan Aspinall throws two nine-dart finishes during at Players Championship 31 only to be blown away in the final by Jermaine Wattimena while an early exit for Luke Littler threatens his participation at the Players Championship Finals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/epEJMOw

Israel-Gaza: Hostages Returned, Prisoners Released

Trump and regional leaders sign document to cement Gaza ceasefire deal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XaG62rS

Eurovision organisers postpone vote on Israel's inclusion in contest next year

The European Broadcasting Union had previously announced it would hold a vote on Israel's participation in November. from BBC News https://ift.tt/du5jUsn

Greaves stuns Littler a day after Grand Prix win

Beau Greaves emerges victorious from a 6-5 thriller against Luke Littler as she becomes the first woman to reach the final of the World Youth Championship. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3HMFTXf

Littler demolishes Humphries to win World Grand Prix

World champion Luke Littler clinically defeats world number one Luke Humphries 6-1 to win his first World Grand Prix title. from BBC News https://ift.tt/N94a2uU

Watch: What do people in the West Bank think about the plan?

Palestinians in the West Bank say they hope the deal could lead to a united Palestinian future. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4sOzARX

NZ's Williamson to miss T20 series against England

New Zealand batter Kane Williamson will miss this month's T20 series against England but captain Mitchell Santner is back following injury. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3XzjDA7

Hull KR beat Wigan in Grand Final for historic treble

Hull KR become only the fifth team to win a Super League Grand Final as they put in a stunning performance to beat Wigan Warriors at Old Trafford and win a historic treble. from BBC News https://ift.tt/56euBbv

Melania Trump says Putin responded to her pleas about Ukrainian children

The First Lady has been directly engaged in diplomacy in Russia, pleading for the protection of children. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eniRwsx

Twelve striking images from Ricky Hatton's funeral

Friends, family and stars of the sporting world gathered for the funeral of boxing legend Ricky Hatton. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d8pnLxr

Tesla investigated over self-driving cars on wrong side of road

The US government said approximately 2.9 million cars could be impacted by the investigation. from BBC News https://ift.tt/SFXsY30

Injured Kane to miss Wales friendly - who is his long-term back-up?

England captain Harry Kane will miss Thursday's friendly against Wales with a minor injury - who are the candidates to replace him? from BBC News https://ift.tt/8g1FGm6

Albanian judge shot dead in court by man during trial

Judge Astrit Kalaja was killed while two others were injured during a hearing at Tirana's Court of Appeal. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bsaHGXr

Former England rugby captain Lewis Moody reveals MND diagnosis

Former England captain Lewis Moody says in an exclusive BBC interview he has "a reluctance to look the future in the face". from BBC News https://ift.tt/nVgQIqx

Earick rules out Spurs takeover bid after approach

American tech entrepreneur Brooklyn Earick announces he will not make a formal takeover bid for Tottenham. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0jdabnU

Wigan clinch treble with Grand Final win over Saints

Wigan Warriors complete the women's rugby league treble by beating St Helens in the Grand Final from BBC News https://ift.tt/8kEwBtz

Hull KR on for Treble with semi-final win over St Helens

Hull KR on course for treble after beating St Helens 20-12 in the Super League play-off semi-final. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mbVshML

Synagogue attacker was on bail after rape arrest

Jihad Al-Shamie was a weightlifting enthusiast who rarely spoke to his neighbours, one resident said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/nEfytNr

Brewdog announces job cuts after posting £37m loss

It is the fifth year running that the firm, headquartered in Ellon, Aberdeenshire, has posted pre-tax losses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZeLCsPg

Manchester Synagogue Attack: What We Know So Far

Keir Starmer says Britain must defeat rising antisemitic hatred. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jbhqxQX

A-listers watch on as Anderson unveils Dior womenswear debut

Anderson is known for his innovative styles having previously designed outfits for Rihanna and Ariana Grande. from BBC News https://ift.tt/IVUTODj

British man, 23, faces drug charges in Thailand

George Wilson from Buckinghamshire is accused of being found with a suitcase containing crystal meth. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yKQuZmx

Toy maker Jellycat plans to pay owners £110m after profits double

Jellycat's viral cuddly toys are sold all over the world and made the company £139m last year. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vkUCb63