Germany and France brace for protests on Halloween weekend
A wave of youth-led protests has swept Europe, with demonstrators denouncing rising prices and a lack of prospects.
Notable Events Around the World on - 2026-10-31
'The necktie is dead': How US midterm candidates are dressing for votes
From Alaska to Texas, candidates with an eye on Congress are using their personal style to stand out.
co.uk
OpenAI slashes funding target by $10bn as tech anxieties mount
ChatGPT maker is now seeking about $20bn at a $1.25tn valuation as it tempers its ambitions
ft.com
Why MPs keep talking about an early election despite Burnham's denials
The prime minister has categorically ruled out an early general election, but it has not stopped speculation at Westminster.
co.uk
Iran war live: Oil tankers hit in Hormuz; Trump says conflict will end soon
IRGC says four tankers hit in Strait of Hormuz as Trump says war on Iran will 'get wrapped up soon'.