How the US midterm results could unfold - as millions of Americans head to the polls
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:32:56 GMT
The BBC's North America correspondent considers three different scenarios, and what they would mean for the country.
Spanish footballer dies after collision with goalkeeper during match
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 09:09:18 GMT
Tenerife striker Jesus de Miguel has died after the 30-year-old suffered a serious injury during a Spanish second-division match.
MI5 will not face contempt of court charges despite admitting its evidence was a lie
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 11:02:47 GMT
MI5 chief Sir Ken McCallum welcomed the court's decision and says its judgment "underlines MI5's serious failures in this case".
Watch: Why is 'Mogging' the word of the year?
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:03:57 GMT
The slang word has become popular among members of Generations Z and Alpha - both online and in everyday conversation.
Celebrity loses injunction bid but will stay anonymous pending appeal
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:33:14 GMT
The unnamed man asked for an injunction to stop his identity being reported in connection with allegations against him.
Mahmood refuses to put cost on care worker settlement climbdown
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 11:03:45 GMT
The home secretary says the full cost of dropping plans to extend the wait for settlement will be laid out in future.
Reform UK councillor charged with rape and sexual assault
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:48:02 GMT
The Crown Prosecution Service has charged George Madgwick with 35 offences including 12 rapes.
Third teen arrested after Halloween party stabbings
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:40:00 GMT
Five teenage boys, aged 16 and 17, were found with stab wounds at the party on Saturday night.
Jury in Russell Brand rape trial begins considering verdicts
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 14:50:06 GMT
The media personality has been on trial for three weeks, after pleading not guilty to all charges.
A simple guide to the midterms
Tue, 03 Nov 2026 10:15:35 GMT
US voters will head to the polls on Tuesday in a ballot that could have a major impact on Donald Trump’s presidency.
