Watch: Life and career of iconic actor Sir Patrick Stewart
Posted on Thursday October 29, 2026

In a career that spanned seven decades, Sir Patrick won multiple Emmys and Golden Globes, a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and a knighthood from Queen Elizabeth II.

Burnham says he wants to cut welfare bill 'as soon as we possibly can'
Posted on Thursday October 29, 2026

Opponents have questioned the Budget's lack of detail on welfare reform, with the prime minister not outlining a timetable for any reductions.

'Painful' years ahead, think tanks warn, as living standards set to fall
Posted on Thursday October 29, 2026

Budget forecasts show growth in living standards grinding almost to a halt.

Audio reveals exchanges between Spain train operators and drivers moments before deadly crash
Posted on Thursday October 29, 2026

The leaked tapes appear to show one high-speed train was given clearance to move at normal speed, even though another up ahead had stalled.

'Continue your journey': Key moments of leaked Spain train crash audio
Posted on Thursday October 29, 2026

Recordings between a control centre and the train drivers appear to show one train was given clearance to move even though another train had stalled on the track.