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Shares slide as AI worries mount and British retail sales fall in September
- AI concerns drove a sharp sell-off in US technology and chip shares.
- Brent crude reached $113.17 a barrel as geopolitical worries grew.
- Great Britain’s retail sales fell 0.4% in September.
Global markets weakened as investors questioned whether high returns from the artificial intelligence boom can last, while geopolitical tensions and concerns about France added to the pressure. The sell-off mattered beyond technology shares: investors moved towards US government bonds, and the developments come as British households and shops…
Prince William showcases Earthshot Prize and shares family’s television interests
- William became the first royal guest on Graham Norton’s sofa.
- He spoke about Earthshot, Aston Villa and Celebrity Traitors.
- He once considered a career as a police officer or DJ.
Prince William made a surprise appearance on The Graham Norton Show, becoming the first royal to sit on the programme’s famous sofa. He discussed the work of the Earthshot Prize alongside his interests in football, films and television, bringing the environmental initiative to a broad entertainment audience. William…
Halle Berry attends hearing in custody dispute over son Maceo
- Berry attended another hearing in her custody case.
- Martinez’s allegations against Berry are denied.
- Their daughter has filed a statement supporting her mother.
Halle Berry attended a Los Angeles court hearing in her ongoing custody dispute with ex-husband Olivier Martinez. The case centres on their 13-year-old son, Maceo, and includes serious allegations that Berry has denied. Martinez obtained a temporary domestic violence restraining order earlier this month after alleging Berry physically…
Amber wind alert covers south-west England as storms threaten disruption
- Austen brings an amber wind warning to south-west England.
- Gusts could reach 80mph in exposed areas.
- Boelo is forecast to affect northern Britain this weekend.
Storm Austen is bringing strong winds and heavy rain to parts of Britain, prompting an amber warning in south-west England and warnings of travel disruption, damage and dangerous coastal conditions. A separate storm, Boelo, is forecast to affect northern areas over the weekend, extending the risk of disruption.…
Sophie Hunt reflects on the toll of her mother’s hidden affair
- Hunt was asked to keep her mother’s affair secret from age eight.
- The secrecy affected her understanding of relationships and trust.
- Her mother later left a letter urging her to find lasting love.
The article recounts Sophie Hunt’s childhood as the daughter of a woman having an affair with a married man, and the lasting effects of being asked to keep it secret. Hunt says the experience shaped her views of relationships, made her suppress difficult feelings and later contributed to…
UK passengers describe noise and antisocial behaviour on public transport
- Burnham is targeting loud music and videos on public transport.
- Passengers describe frequent noise and inconsiderate behaviour.
- They question whether the campaign will be enforced.
Andy Burnham has announced a campaign against antisocial behaviour on public transport, including playing music and videos aloud without headphones. Six regular passengers describe how noise and inconsiderate conduct affect their journeys, while questioning whether a campaign can change behaviour if rules are not enforced. Their experiences include…
Apple Watch Ultra 4 adds health tracking and stamina, but awaits features
- Battery lasted 79 hours in testing.
- New sensors power daytime health and readiness tracking.
- Several anticipated audio AI features are still pending.
The Apple Watch Ultra 4 improves health tracking and battery life, but its design remains unchanged and several headline software features are still pending. At £749, it is Apple’s top smartwatch, though the review finds it a modest update on last year’s model. A faster S11 chip and…
In 1977, Alfred Hitchcock named the one movie he regretted never making. It was “written specifically” in his contract that he couldn’t
- Universal’s contract barred Hitchcock from making *Mary Rose*.
- He had wanted to adapt the play for decades.
- He named it as a regret in a 1977 interview.
Alfred Hitchcock was barred by his Universal contract from making *Mary Rose*, the supernatural mystery he had wanted to bring to the screen for decades. The case is striking because the director was given broad freedom to choose projects, yet one specific title was explicitly excluded. Hitchcock first…
Prepare for ‘state-sponsored terrorism’ and cyber attacks to cause food shortages, Wes Streeting warns
- Streeting says cyber attacks could disrupt supplies and supermarket payments.
- Government advice urges households to keep essential supplies at home.
- A global cyber-security incident took websites and services offline.
Wes Streeting warned that hostile states or terrorists could use cyber attacks to disrupt essential services and supply chains, potentially causing food shortages. He urged the public to prepare for disruption, as the government expands its advice on household readiness. The government’s “Be ready” checklist recommends keeping food,…
Wainwright wildfire during grenade launcher training killed four soldiers and injured 39
- Training exercises sparked the deadly fire at Base Wainwright.
- Strong winds rapidly spread the flames to soldiers.
- Four died and 39 were injured.
A wildfire that killed four people and injured 39 at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright began during routine grenade launcher exercises on 17 October. Officials say it matters that the fire spread to soldiers at the training area despite initially being thought contained, prompting an investigation into how events…
Columnist says Harry’s public comments risk deepening royal family rifts
- A columnist criticises Harry’s recent interviews and public appearances.
- Harry says he wants reconciliation with his family.
- The article questions whether his comments support that aim.
The article is a sharply critical opinion piece about Prince Harry and Meghan’s reported return to the UK and recent public appearances. It argues that Harry’s interviews and public comments have made family reconciliation harder, despite his stated wish to make peace, and says his conduct may be…
Zee Studios Sets Release Date For Omung Kumar’s ‘Silaa’
- ‘Silaa’ will be released on 5 February 2027.
- Harshvardhan Rane and Sadia Khateeb star.
- The story spans Kashmir and Vietnam.
Zee Studios has set 5 February 2027 as the release date for Omung Kumar’s film ‘Silaa’, starring Harshvardhan Rane and Sadia Khateeb. The announcement matters as it confirms when audiences can see a film whose plot has largely been kept secret. The story centres on Virat and Silaa,…
‘It would be amazing’ – Bannan happy to stay at Hillsborough for another ’20 years’ – Yorkshire Post
- Bannan says he would be happy to stay at Sheffield Wednesday.
- He joked he could remain for another 20 years.
- No new contract details are given.
Barry Bannan says he would be happy to stay at Sheffield Wednesday for another 20 years, underlining his affection for the club and Hillsborough. His comments signal a desire to continue his long association with the Owls. The headline gives no further details about a contract, a specific…
Trump’s support appears to wane amid war and rising costs
- Littlejohn senses unease about Trump among Florida bar patrons.
- He links concerns to the Iran war and its economic effects.
- He cites steak at about $25 a pound and petrol near $4 a gallon.
Richard Littlejohn argues that support for Donald Trump is weakening, based on conversations and the mood he says he has observed in a Florida sports bar. He portrays even a broadly pro-Trump community as increasingly uneasy about the president’s age, decisions and handling of the Iran war. The…
Windows diagnostics missed lightning damage that had destroyed a dial-up modem
- Windows reported the modem was working.
- Lightning had destroyed its voltage regulator.
- A physical inspection revealed what software checks missed.
A tech support worker called Lachlan traced a senior executive’s sudden email failure to a dial-up modem damaged by lightning. The case shows that software checks can report a device as healthy even when physical damage has made it unusable. Lachlan checked the network settings, cables, phone line…
Matilda celebrates 15 years as West End success story
- Matilda The Musical marks 15 years in the West End.
- More than 12 million people have seen it worldwide.
- The show continues in London and tours the UK and Ireland.
*Matilda The Musical* is marking 15 years in London’s West End after growing from a Christmas production in Stratford-upon-Avon into an international hit. Its longevity and reach make it one of the century’s major theatre successes, and its creators say they never expected it to travel so far.…
‘Shock’ of first England farmer hit by bird flu this season
- Bird flu killed 32,000 hens at a Northumberland farm.
- The outbreak may cost the business more than £100,000.
- Officials expect cases to rise as migratory birds arrive.
An outbreak of bird flu at Catherine Armstrong’s free-range farm near Belford, Northumberland, has killed 32,000 egg-laying hens and led to the culling of the remaining birds. Armstrong described the discovery as a shock and expects the outbreak to cost her business more than £100,000. The flock usually…
Hundreds of tenants face care alarm price hike
- Nearly 1,200 Sheffield tenants face higher care alarm charges.
- The weekly fee will rise by £2.85 from January 2027.
- Tenants cannot opt out, and 41 consultation respondents raised concerns.
Sheffield City Council plans to raise the monthly cost of its emergency care alarm service for nearly 1,200 older and disabled tenants in independent living accommodation. The increase would help cover the cost of a service that supports residents to live safely at home, but could add pressure…
New vision for women’s football at Millmoor
- Owners propose a £9.5m Millmoor development.
- Plans include a 2,000-seat stadium and football centre.
- Public consultation is due to begin on Monday.
Rotherham United Women FC’s owners have proposed a £9.5m development at the historic Millmoor site, including a national centre of excellence for women’s and girls’ football and a 2,000-seat stadium. They say the project could give the club a lasting home while attracting players and sporting organisations from…
Chancellor unveils £800 million savings for businesses by slashing ‘pointless paperwork’
- Paperwork cuts are forecast to save businesses around £800 million.
- Tariff suspensions on more than 250 products will continue for a year.
- Further cost-saving measures are expected in the Budget.
Chancellor John Healey has announced plans expected to save businesses around £800 million by reducing paperwork and extending import tariff suspensions. The measures are intended to ease costs and free up firms’ time, as the government works to cut regulatory administration by 25 per cent by the end…