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Suspected cyber-attacks raised freezer temperatures to 50C (122F) overnight at supermarket chains in Sweden, Belgium and Luxembourg, including six Coop stores in Sweden. This follows a similar attack on French stores that caused millions of euros in food losses.
Karl Bushby crossed the Humber Bridge on Monday, finishing a 31,000-mile, 28-year walk from Hull back to Hull. The British adventurer overcame jungles, deserts, and visa red tape during his round-the-world trek.
The team also faces Racing de Santander in La Liga, with lineup and viewing details available. This blackout threatens Real Madrid's lucrative Chinese market and could set a precedent for how clubs manage player conduct in global media.
Heidi Klum arrived at her annual New York Halloween party as a giant severed hand, complete with gory prosthetics, while husband Tom Kaulitz skipped the event. BBC and NYT covered the reveal, and Maya Jama attended as Mo Farah.
Travis Scott's Cactus Jack collaborates with Rockstar Games and Nike on three Air Force 1 colorways for GTA 6, releasing November 2026. Meanwhile, Ukraine's Air Force reports a hacked air raid app that sent false radiation alerts, urging public calm.
The 2026 Mexico City Grand Prix features Kimi Antonelli aiming to seal the Formula 1 title, while a fan plan to vote Lance Stroll as Driver of the Day faces potential blocking by F1 officials.
Former chancellor Rachel Reeves argued the UK's future is inside the EU, stating Brexit made Britain 'poorer, weaker and less secure', and welcomed Prime Minister Andy Burnham's leadership. Reeves has also outlined an agenda for Burnham's government focusing on Brexit.
Director Michael Mann, 83, accidentally shot himself in the leg at The Range LA in Los Angeles. He was taken to the hospital with a superficial injury after a weapon discharged while holstered.
The IOPC is investigating the Met Police's failure to forward a 2019 letter containing allegations about Thomas Markle to overseas authorities. The letter, written by Markle's ex-wife, relates to claims of child sexual abuse in the Philippines, which Markle denies.
Ciara Mageean, European champion in the 1500m and two-time Irish Olympian, has died at age 34. Tributes have been paid by fellow athletes and Irish officials.
England men narrowly beat Papua New Guinea 34-12 but likely face World Cup exit due to insufficient margin. Australia women scored 21 tries against Wales, setting a new tournament record with a century of points.
The Institute for Fiscal Studies warns that Chancellor John Healey's budget sets up a 'brutal' spending review next year due to a £28bn shortfall. Meanwhile, the UK side-hustle tax-free allowance will rise to £3,000, and El Niño's influence on Atlantic hurricanes raises.
Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, lost $6.3 billion in what is suspected to be the largest hack in history, with the FBI identifying North Korean state-backed group TraderTraitor as the culprit. The exchange has covered 90% of the losses and plans to resume.
GitLab disclosed an attempted exploitation of CVE-2026-97229, Polymarket halted trading for an hour due to a third-party monitoring tool compromise, and Bunny CDN reported a security incident. These events underscore ongoing vulnerabilities in software supply chains.
Sir Patrick Stewart, best known for his role as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in Star Trek: The Next Generation, had a career spanning seven decades, earning multiple Emmys and Golden Globes. He also became a prominent advocate against domestic abuse, sharing his own childhood.
She has stated that she will do it again. The case may influence local ordinances and public discourse on the regulation of autonomous delivery devices in cities.
It raises urgent questions about school safety and bullying intervention for vulnerable students. Reports indicate this development may affect near-term policy, market, or operations decisions.
Six women accusing Russell Brand of rape and sexual assault spanning from 1999 to 2009 gave evidence at Southwark Crown Court. Prosecutor Riel Karmy-Jones KC argued the accusers have no motive for fame and were not led by media reporting.
TechCrunch suggests last-minute costumes like a deceptively cute AI agent icon and a PHP vulnerability, while celebrities such as Lisa Rinna as Kylie Jenner and Paris Hilton as Britney Spears lead the 2026 Halloween trends.
A Thai man was sentenced to 34 years in prison for dressing as Harry Potter and criticizing the monarchy, violating Thailand's lèse majesté law. Since 2020, Thailand has prosecuted 294 people under this law, with sentences reaching up to 50 years.
Back-to-back relegations to the third tier of English football are increasing, with Burnley potentially becoming the third club in recent years after Luton Town and Leicester City.
Democrat Mary Peltola's campaign allegedly recruited a second candidate named Dan Sullivan to split votes from Republican incumbent Dan Sullivan. The Justice Department has issued subpoenas, and the Trump administration has filed a lawsuit to block certification if the incumbent.
Pope Leo XIV, the Chicago-born pontiff, became the first pope to vote in a US election by mailing in a ballot for the midterm elections from the Vatican. He has a tense relationship with former President Trump.
Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick confirmed Bruno Fernandes will remain captain ahead of Saturday's trip to Chelsea. The club is also linked with Eddie Howe as potential manager, while former players analyze the team's ongoing struggles.
The Celebrity Traitors finale aired on October 30, 2026, with live coverage from BBC and Guardian plus a dedicated quiz from BBC News. Google Trends data confirms sustained global search interest across multiple outlets.
More than 43 million ballots have been cast in the U.S. midterm elections, with Hispanic voters driving early turnout in battleground counties. Kentucky and Indiana have released early voting data as Louisville opens multiple polling locations.
North Korean hackers allegedly stole $6.3 billion from Binance in a 20-minute attack, potentially the largest crypto hack ever. Binance and authorities have frozen billions in stolen crypto.
Binance is attempting to recover $6.3 billion stolen in a complex cyber-attack linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, believed to be the largest hack of its kind. Blockchain intelligence firms and experts like TRM Labs have attributed the attack to the elite hacking unit.
Google's stock hit a six-month low after revealing AI search summaries are hurting ad revenue, wiping $500bn in market value. Meanwhile, Nvidia's strong earnings failed to boost its stock, with analysts warning of a potential drop to $180.
