What we know so far about deadly Spain train crash
Posted on Thursday October 29, 2026

More than 500 passengers were on board the trains when the crash occurred in the province of Toledo, south of Madrid.

Ofcom sets out social media age-checking methods ahead of ban
Posted on Thursday October 29, 2026

Ofcom says photo and digital ID, banking checks or facial age estimation can help prove someone is 16 or over.

Poundland's future hangs in the balance as chain edges towards collapse
Posted on Thursday October 29, 2026

Poundland's bosses have filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators to the business.

Serious pollution by water industry remains high despite £5bn investment
Posted on Thursday October 29, 2026

All but one of England's water companies were rated as "poor" or "requiring improvement" for environmental targets.

Death of US actress Hayden Panettiere ruled accidental
Posted on Wednesday October 28, 2026

The Heroes and Nashville star died in August from the toxic effects of fentanyl, Xanax and several other drugs.