The human cost of the Philippines’ flood-control corruption scandal
101 East investigates rampant alleged corruption in flood-control projects in one of Asia’s most typhoon-prone countries [Continue Reading]
Fall of Zelensky's top aide - reboot for Kyiv or costly shake-up?
A widening corruption scandal has forced the resignation of Ukraine's second most powerful person. [Continue Reading]
Oxford Union president-elect who ‘celebrated’ Charlie Kirk’s death apologises to family
George Abaraonye said in a Union WhatsApp group ‘Charlie got shot, let’s f***ing go’. [Continue Reading]
Highlight Reel
As the year comes to a close, we want to know your highly specific, idiosyncratic bests of 2025. [Continue Reading]
UK asylum seekers to be banned from taking taxis to medical appointments
Move, which is part of crackdown on costs, comes after it emerged Home Office spends £15.8m a year on serviceAsylum seekers will be banned from taking taxis to medical appointments after it was revealed the Home Office spends about £15.8m a year on the service.From February they will have to use alternative transport such as buses, no matter how urgent their medical needs. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Yellow weather warning covers England and Wales as rain drenches weekend plans
Swathes of southern England and Wales have been placed on a yellow weather warning for rain for the whole of Saturday, and then again on Monday and Tuesday. [Continue Reading]
Australian prime minister becomes first to wed in office
Anthony Albanese weds Jodie Haydon, after the couple became engaged on Valentine's Day last year. [Continue Reading]
In Firing His No. 2, Zelensky Loses Both a Negotiator and an Enforcer
Andriy Yermak had ensured internal discipline in Ukraine’s wartime politics. He also led the country’s peace negotiations, which now must go on without him. [Continue Reading]
UK school removes all mirrors from toilets because students ‘won’t stop looking in them’
Why has this school removed all mirrors? [Continue Reading]
Latest news bulletin | November 29th, 2025 – Midday
Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this November 29th, 2025 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel. [Continue Reading]
A shop assistant slipped pork into my basket – Islamophobia is everywhere
The worst part in both those experiences was that nobody around us said anything. No one intervened or came to my defence. [Continue Reading]
Emmerdale villains Celia and Ray’s worst acts yet as there’s still ‘more to come’
Celia and Ray are pure evil. [Continue Reading]
Man charged with attempted murder of police officers
A 21-year-old man has been charged with a number of offences which include attempted murder. [Continue Reading]
UK asylum seekers to be banned from taking taxis to medical appointments
Move, which is part of a crackdown on costs, comes after it emerged Home Office spends £15.8m a year on serviceAsylum seekers will be banned from taking taxis to medical appointments after it was revealed the Home Office spends about £15.8m a year on the service.From February they will have to use alternative transport such as buses, no matter how urgent their medical needs. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Flights returning to normal after Airbus warning grounded planes
Around 6,000 planes were affected after an issue that could corrupt data was discovered. [Continue Reading]
Global airlines race to fix A320 jets after Airbus recall
Global airlines worked to fix a software glitch on their Airbus A320 jets as a recall by the European plane-maker temporarily grounded aircraft in Asia and Europe and threatened travel in the United States during the busiest weekend of the year. [Continue Reading]
Ruth Langsford needed therapy to ‘move on’ after Eamonn Holmes split
The ITV star has opened up about her emotional journey post-divorce. [Continue Reading]
Man charged with attempted murder of PSNI officer
A 21-year-old man has appeared in court in Northern Ireland, charged with the attempted murder of a police officer. [Continue Reading]
Ryanair axes loyalty scheme due to customers getting too many cheap flights
There have been millions saved on flights. [Continue Reading]
More than 600,000 without power in Kyiv after Russian strikes
The overnight attack kills at least three and leaves many in the Ukrainian capital. [Continue Reading]
More than 600,000 without power in Kyiv after Russian strikes
The overnight attack kills at least three and leaves many in the Ukrainian capital in the dark. [Continue Reading]
Felicity Kendal, 79, scares off phone thieves after witnessing three ‘appalling’ attacks
The actress 'snapped' as she witnessed the crime. [Continue Reading]
Asylum seekers will be banned from taking taxis for medical appointments
The ban is set to come in February and any exemptions will have to be signed off by the Home Office. [Continue Reading]
Bedbugs force closure of prestigious Paris cinema
The prestigious Cinematheque Francaise has closed for a month over a bedbug infestation after sightings of the blood-sucking creatures, including during a master class with actress Sigourney Weaver. [Continue Reading]
Israeli attack kills two children in southern Gaza despite ceasefire
Drone attack hits Bani Suheila in southern Gaza amid continued Israeli attacks on the enclave. [Continue Reading]
Israeli forces injure hundreds of Palestinians in raids on Tubas, West Bank
Major Israeli offensive has also destroyed roads, water networks and private property. [Continue Reading]
US halts all asylum decisions days after National Guard shot dead near White House
On top of the pause on all asylum decisions, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said his department paused 'visa issuance for ALL individuals traveling on Afghan passport'. [Continue Reading]
Killer casually waits for police after stabbing family friend with ‘unimaginable depravity’
Ernestas Juska, 21, was jailed for life [Continue Reading]
Convincing evidence Israel backed aid convoy looters in Gaza, historian says
Account of visit to Gaza by French professor describes Israeli military attacks on security personnel protecting convoysA historian who spent more than a month in Gaza at the turn of the year says he saw “utterly convincing” evidence that Israel supported looters who attacked aid convoys during the conflict.Jean-Pierre Filiu, a professor of Middle East studies at France’s prestigious Sciences Po university, entered Gaza in December where he was hosted by an international humanitarian organisation in the southern coastal zone of al-Mawasi. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
UK immigration plans may betray Hong Kong refugees, says exiled politician
Nathan Law says ‘moral obligation’ to Hongkongers should extend to anyone fleeing from political persecution An exiled leader of the pro-democracy movement in Hong Kong has said the UK government risks reneging on a commitment to people from its former colony in its shake-up of legal immigration routes.Nathan Law, a former Hong Kong politician who arrived in the UK in 2020 and has a bounty on his head, said that the government should reflect on its moral obligations when enacting its increase of the standard qualifying period for permanent residence to a decade. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
US small businesses sound alarm over Trump’s tariffs amid crucial holiday season
Some small business owners doubt that even strong holiday sales will ease impact of tough year plagued by uncertaintyDonald Trump’s tariffs have increased prices on an array of popular holiday goods and driven a “massive” number of small firms out of business, industry leaders have warned.On Small Business Saturday, firms have their fingers crossed that strong holiday sales will ease the impact of a tough year. But many aren’t holding their breath. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Cuts to insulation scheme will leave homes cold over winter, experts say
E3G thinktank warns retrofit sector could shed 10,000 skilled jobs as small firms struggle to surviveCuts to a scheme for insulation and heatpumps for low-income households will leave homes damp, draughty and unsafe over winter, experts have said.Housing have asked for a one-year extension to the scheme to ensure continuity and prevent small retrofit firms going bust. Companies say funding for solar panels and insulation is already being withdrawn, leaving homes cold and draughty as winter sets in. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
England's Wood set to miss second Ashes Test
England fast bowler Mark Wood is set to miss the crucial second Ashes Test in Brisbane because of concerns over his left knee. [Continue Reading]
The ‘phenomenal’ £6 Aldi wine that’s tastier than £125 bottle from fancy restaurant
My jaw was constantly on the floor trying Aldi's new 'premium' wines. [Continue Reading]
Russia Bombards Ukraine for Nearly 10 Hours in a Deadly Assault
The attack came as U.S. officials were expected to hold peace talks with Ukrainian and Russian officials in the coming days. [Continue Reading]
Pope visits Istanbul's Blue Mosque
Pope Leo XIV has visited Istanbul's Blue Mosque on the third day of his trip to Turkey. [Continue Reading]
Jess Glynne reveals ‘life-altering’ reason for missing Alex Scott’s I’m A Celebrity exit
Fans had hoped to see the pair reunite over the iconic ITV bridge. [Continue Reading]
Wrexham AFC receives £18m from government despite Hollywood backing
Welsh government grants used to fund football club even though it is owned by wealthy movie stars Wrexham AFC has risen meteorically through the English football leagues thanks to the deep pockets of Hollywood movie star owners Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney. Yet the club has also had £18m in help from other, unwitting backers: Welsh taxpayers.The club has received almost £18m in nonrepayable grants from the Welsh government via the local council, according to UK government state aid disclosures – far in excess of the direct aid listed for any other football club in Britain. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
Who is in I’m A Celebrity 2025 and who has been eliminated?
Fireworks are already popping off amongst the campmates on the ITV series. [Continue Reading]
Mass protests in the central German town of Giessen against new AfD youth group
Demonstrators have blocked roads at 16 points around Giessen, while the first AfD delegates arrive under police protection. Up to 50,000 participants are expected for the day. The situation in the morning. [Continue Reading]
Nato scrambles fighter jets to Ukraine after one of the most intense attacks of the entire war
The missiles and drones struck key electricity infrastructure and residential buildings. [Continue Reading]
There’s no point in learning to drive a manual car anymore
When I started learning to drive, everyone said I simply had to do manual. [Continue Reading]
As Cyclone Deaths Pass 120, Sri Lanka Is Overwhelmed by Rescue Demand
Rescue efforts across the nation of 23 million have been hampered by disruptions in transport and telecommunications. [Continue Reading]
Sri Lanka seeks foreign help as Cyclone Ditwah death toll reaches 123
Some 44,000 people displaced by flooding across the country as relief operations intensify amid widespread destruction. [Continue Reading]
Hong Kong begins five-day mourning period after deadly high-rise fire
Hong Kong began a five-day mourning period, after at least 128 people were killed in fires at a high-rise complex. [Continue Reading]
Why are Frank's Tottenham struggling at home?
Pressure is increasing on manager Thomas Frank to improve Tottenham's home form. But why are they struggling on their own turf? [Continue Reading]
Metro wins prestigious award for groundbreaking violence against women campaign
The initiative 'had met its ambition to start a conversation about the national epidemic of violence against women’ [Continue Reading]
The death of a Guardsman and its effect on Washington
The thing that has always concerned me about the deployment of the National Guard here in Washington DC is not the deployment of the National Guard per se – it's what would happen when the National guard was involved in a shooting incident. [Continue Reading]