The News - Tuesday, 27 October 2026

BBC News

Chris Mason: Budget is imminent as tricky issues pile up for Burnham

From Brexit debates to North Sea oil, there is plenty getting the cabinet, the Labour Party and the country talking.

Chancellor to cut tariffs on some staple goods to offer cost of living help

The chancellor will axe tariffs on some staples as part of plans to give households "breathing space".

Trump administration illegally fired James Comey's daughter, judge rules

Maurene Comey believes she was let go from her job as a federal prosecutor because her father is the former FBI director.

Sharp rise in sales of some essential goods after government call to stock up

Figures obtained by BBC Newsnight show large spikes in sales of torches, radios and power banks.

Jay-Z to perform at Super Bowl half-time show

The rapper has been involved with the show for years but has never before performed at the NFL championship game.

Truce begins in wartorn Ukraine city after it was announced by Melania Trump

The ceasefire is meant to allow aid deliveries and the evacuation of civilians.

Apple says it will replace iPhone Duo handsets with screen problems

Photos shared online showed faults appearing on the screens of Apple's first foldable device.

Jordan carries out deadly strike in Syria in retaliation for church attack

The attack on a village in Syria killed five people, including women and children, Syrian health officials said.

Busted's James Bourne says 'hero' brother saved his life with kidney donation

The guitarist says doctors had given him "a few years left to live", but is now recovering well.

'I'm a single mum on £41,000 and limit my weekly shop to £40.' What do you want from the Budget?

People earning from £380 a month to £150,000 a year tell the BBC what they want to see in this year's Budget.

Lula's comeback in Brazil dents Trump's ambitions for Latin America

The Trump-Lula relationship may have thawed, but several issues could reignite tensions between the two leaders.

My husband's death was hard enough - then came the admin

Louisa says her experience of dealing with household bills after her husband John died left her feeling "frustrated and angry".

Will the public change its mind about Meghan?

This complicated - and developing - story could prove to be a turning point for Meghan.

Opposition leader María Machado returns from exile to a Venezuela reshaped by Trump

Machado returns with Trump's blessing, even if Washington is happy with Venezuela's existing leader - at least for the time being.

The Papers: 'England's golden boy' Kane and 'Time to pay fair'

Many of the papers consider what will be in the Budget and praise Harry Kane for his Ballon d'Or win.

Sydney's new $5bn airport has one big problem: Getting there is tough

The airport won’t have direct public transportation for a year. How do locals feel about getting there?

Independent review announced into murder of student Henry Nowak

"We must get to truth of what happened before, during and after that awful night," the home secretary says while announcing the review.

Oscar-winning producer says BBC gave her £400,000 payout after she raised antisemitism concerns

The BBC says it did not uphold any of the allegations of antisemitism but accepted there were "shortcomings" in how it treated Lucie Kon.

No 10 appears to backtrack on PM's freedom of movement referendum suggestion

The PM says he wants to start a conversation about potential options for the UK's future relationship with the EU.

Macklemore begins Free Palestine tour after Ed Sheeran fallout

Proceeds from the tour, which begins in Dublin next month, will go to organisations supporting Palestinians, he says.

Meghan to co-host Junior MasterChef Australia

The Duchess of Sussex says she "can't wait" to take part in the programme, which will air next year.

'Maxxing' selected as Dictionary.com word of the year

"Whatever we're doing, we want to push it further," said an expert on why Americans are embracing the term, which is short for maximising.

Bournemouth Echo

'Exciting times' as football club plans pavilion upgrades after securing long lease

The future of grassroots football at Broadstone recreation ground has been secured as Broadstone FC have agreed a long-term lease on the pavilion and pitch rights at the ground.

The rare red rainbow that lit up Canford Heath's August sky

Remember Canford Heath’s rare red rainbow? Discover how the August 2016 sunset phenomenon formed and share your photographs and memories.

Bournemouth businessman Richard Carr questions BH Live's £1m rates relief

Bournemouth businessman Richard Carr has questioned whether major venues receiving charitable business rates relief are doing enough to attract events and boost the town's economy.

Government introduces 'Respect Orders' in bid to tackle crime in Bournemouth

New government respect orders aim to tackle anti-social behaviour, but traders in Bournemouth say crime and drug use remain rife on local streets.

New education centre launched to support children outside mainstream schooling

Go Fish Education opens The Coach House in Bournemouth, expanding one-to-one tuition and SEND alternative provision for vulnerable young people across BCP.

Teenager's final video shows car speeding at up to 80mph before fatal crash

A TEENAGER recorded a video moments before a speeding car crashed into trees and killed her, an inquest has heard.

Week-long closure of Twin Sails bridge next month for essential maintenance

A lifting bridge in Poole will close for a week next month for essential maintenance work.

Formula 1

Second place battle intensifies as Antonelli nears title

Five drivers are still in the hunt to finish second in the standings, but who is most likely to finish runner-up this season?

5 betting lessons after Antonelli wins United States GP

The Mercedes star needs just two more points to clinch the title after his ninth win of the season.

Windows Central

OG Xbox achievements have begun showing up early, but something's not right

Players on social media have begun showing pictures of various games hailing from the original Xbox getting their planned new achievements early. However, a closer look suggests this implementation may be a spoiler glitch rather than a shadowdrop update.

Is Microsoft preparing for more layoffs? 60,000 employees just got buyout offers

Microsoft is giving 60,000 employees a voluntary path out of the company, raising questions about future workforce cuts.

Itsfoss

BSD Users Can Now Enjoy Omarchy Flavor

Daemonarchy keeps Omarchy’s installer and look, with FreeBSD handling the system underneath.