Woman says she ‘closed eyes and tried not to be there’ during alleged Russell Brand rape
The 51-year-old faces three counts of rape, three charges of sexual assault and one of indecent assault. Source: BBC News
Month: October 2026
Uber wins bid to throw out £200m black cab claims
Claims that Uber misled TfL over its licence were thrown out because they were brought too late. Source: BBC News
Bereaved families could face ‘unjust’ tax bill after civil service pension delays
The chairman of Parliament's Public Accounts Committee says families should not be taxed through no fault of their own. Source:…
You Can See Everything seen by many on huge box office debut
The documentary sees convicted fraudster Elizabeth Holmes invite a sceptical film crew into her home. Source: BBC News
People playing loud music on buses could face £100 fine
Antisocial behaviour on buses in England could lead to fines while a new campaign is also being launched for trains.…
Musk and Anthropic pledge public share giveaways
Musk's announcement comes after Anthropic pledged to create a public benefit fund ahead of its blockbuster stock market listing. Source:…
Selena Gomez says vaping has affected her voice
The 34-year-old says vaping nicotine "a lot" permanently affected her singing and speaking voice. Source: BBC News
Katya Adler: France’s government under pressure after weekend of widespread violence
Political tension grips France after rioting marred protests over the cost of living and struggling public services, Katya Adler writes.…
China’s growth accelerates as AI boom helps boost exports
Exports have helped offset weak spending at home, but trade tensions and AI doubts cloud its outlook. Source: BBC News
China’s growth accelerates as AI export boom outweighs domestic weakness
Exports have helped offset weak spending at home, but trade tensions and AI doubts cloud its outlook. Source: BBC News