Faisal Islam: How high will interest rates go?
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

The BBC's economics editor views one more interest rate as likely, but thinks that will be all.

Married at First Sight UK cancelled after BBC revealed rape allegations
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Three women made allegations about the men they were partnered with. Channel 4 has apologised and said the show's budget would be reinvested in "distinctive new programming".

Vance walks Trump tightrope after blaming Iran war for election defeat
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

The vice-president's blunt assessment of Republican election defeat marked one of the sharpest breaks with a sitting president in recent memory.

Could this be the last Bonfire Night for noisy fireworks at home?
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

About 20 million people enjoy fireworks at home every year, but some campaigners want quieter displays.

Cristiano Ronaldo retires from international football
Posted on Thursday November 05, 2026

Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo says "the day has come for me to hand back the number seven shirt".