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US tech shares stage modest rebound after trillion-dollar sell-off
Democratic election gains sharpen concerns over regulation, while industry voices question whether vast AI spending will earn its return
Guernsey estate with de Havilland family links goes on sale for £65m
The former lieutenant-governors’ residence has about 80 acres, five guest cottages and links to the de Havilland acting and aviation dynasty
Andrew received up to £2,000 a month from Royal Lodge sub-letting, MPs find
His lease allowed the arrangement after substantial renovation payments; MPs want future sub-letting to require the Crown Estate’s specific consent
Thomas Markle arrested in Florida on suspicion of possessing child sexual abuse material
Separate inquiries concern a Mexican storage unit and his former Philippine home, with the contents of seized drives and tapes still unknown
Heastie accepted VIP basketball hospitality from firm seeking tax relief
More than $1m in political sports spending is under scrutiny, while the New York speaker’s office says the events raised over $10m
Kenyan religious leader Mackenzie jailed for 200 years over murders of 190 children
The Shakahola killings followed earlier police interventions; separate terrorism charges and accusations involving another 52 deaths remain unresolved
Solicitor investigated over £4,500 offer to transfer £45,000 fine
Mohammad Alias Yousaf denies advising dishonesty as a wider inquiry reveals at least £150m in unpaid illegal-working penalties
Met chief urges merger of 43 police forces as commissioners warn of local costs
Sir Mark Rowley says regional forces could free thousands of roles for front-line policing, while commissioners warn of lost funding and more remote services
Harry and five others seek appeal over Mail privacy defeat and costs order
Six claimants challenge the dismissal of their allegations and an indemnity costs order, with joint legal costs potentially reaching £34.5m
FM radio anchors BBC blackout plan as copper landlines face switch-off
A three-day emergency broadcasting operation would deliver essential advice, while experts and ministers differ over the resilience of replacement networks
Paraguay’s Santiago Peña removed by unanimous Senate vote and arrested
A state-owned bank’s collapse left roughly half the population without their savings; police suspect offences including breach of trust and abuse of power
Twelve universities omit higher earners from student loan repayment examples
A daily-coffee comparison has been removed as MPs press for clearer illustrations of how rising earnings increase monthly deductions
Met chief says more people may come forward after Brand rape conviction
Sir Mark Rowley confirms two further rape investigations and backs mandatory jury directions on rape myths
Burnham says he did not know full extent of Brand’s conduct
The prime minister was questioned about his 2014 support for the comedian, who remains in custody before sentencing on Monday
EU AI rules to cover Northern Ireland devices, not standalone online tools
Smart speakers and AI-linked watches fall within the Windsor Framework arrangements, while standalone business tools remain outside their scope
CoreWeave’s share slide exposes debt risks behind the AI computing boom
Long-term customer contracts support billions in borrowing, but analysts disagree over whether strong computing demand can outweigh the financial risks
New guidance reserves same-day baby care hearings for immediate safety risks
Applicants must justify urgent hearings with evidence, while a newborn protocol seeks earlier family support and fairer participation for parents
Cocaine deaths overtake heroin in England and Wales
The overall drug death rate fell for the first time since 2012, but regional inequalities widened and ketamine-linked fatalities reached a record
Palestine Action ban has weakened trust in terror laws, Supreme Court hears
Ammori’s lawyers argue criminal powers were sufficient, while Jewish communal groups say escalating attacks threatened their institutions
British businesses face rising export costs and supply chain pressures, ONS finds
The ONS Business Insights and Conditions Survey finds a significant proportion of trading businesses facing higher export costs and supply chain difficulties amid persistent international logistics disruption and changing trade barriers.
Five universities launch UK Quantum SuperConnector to bring research to market
The UK Quantum SuperConnector brings together five leading British universities to help domestic quantum research move towards commercial use and market readiness.
Betfred will not renew sponsorship of all five British Classics, citing tax rises
The bookmaker says successive Treasury increases in remote gaming and betting duties have put financial pressure on its title sponsorship of the 2,000 Guineas, 1,000 Guineas, Derby, Oaks and St Leger.
HMS Prince of Wales arrives in Oslo for security talks after strike drone milestone
The Royal Navy flagship’s visit for talks on northern European defence and security follows a fortnight of operations that included the first launch of strike drones from a British aircraft carrier at sea.
Bank of England raises Bank Rate to 4% as energy prices increase
The Monetary Policy Committee voted for a quarter-point increase, citing a further substantial rise in international energy prices driven by the Middle East conflict, with consumer price inflation projected to approach 5% by the middle of next year.
High Court orders greater disclosure on government AI contracts
Departments must provide greater transparency about suppliers and disclose algorithmic impact assessments for public-sector artificial intelligence contracts.
Home Office expands digital border checks and electronic travel authorisation
Digital pre-clearance and biometric checks have been introduced at all major British international airports and ferry ports to strengthen immigration tracking and border security.
ONS reports modest retail growth and stable consumer confidence ahead of winter
October retail volumes remained resilient across the UK, supported by steady household spending and a slight easing in food price inflation, Office for National Statistics indicators show.
Welsh Government launches funding programme to upgrade South Wales rail links
Transport ministers in Cardiff announced a significant capital funding package intended to shorten commuter journeys and support industrial regeneration through better connections between Swansea, Cardiff and Newport.
Home Office extends electronic travel authorisations for visitors to the UK
The latest phase of the UK's digital border programme extends mandatory authorisation requirements to all arrivals who do not need a visa, with the aim of strengthening immigration enforcement and security screening at major airports.
Scottish Government announces emergency housing investment to tackle urban homelessness
First Minister John Swinney announced capital funding to accelerate social housing construction and refurbish vacant properties in Edinburgh, Glasgow and Dundee as Scottish councils face severe homelessness pressures.
Northern Ireland Executive reaches cross-party agreement on public sector pay and budgets
Stormont leaders finalised a comprehensive fiscal agreement in Belfast, settling longstanding pay disputes and restoring normal budgetary operations across Northern Ireland's health, education and transport departments.
Carmakers commit fresh investment to West Midlands electric vehicle supply chain
Major global carmakers confirmed capital commitments to retool factories in Birmingham and Coventry, securing thousands of skilled engineering jobs and expanding battery cell production across the English Midlands.
Ed Miliband approves major North Sea wind farm off Aberdeen
The development forms part of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero's clean energy strategy, which aims to power millions of British homes and accelerate the decarbonisation of national infrastructure.
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