Watch: 'Mood has really shifted' as Paris protesters clash with police
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 12:14:52 GMT
The BBC is on the ground at the Place de la République, where protesters and police clash after weeks of students demonstrations.
More NHS staff sacked over attacks victims' records
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 16:34:39 GMT
Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust says a new system will be brought in to protect records.
European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:38:57 GMT
The Israeli military condemns the violence but the prime minister's office says it is part of a "smear" campaign.
Scotland 'not like Manchester', Swinney says in dig at PM Burnham
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:36:05 GMT
The first minister also used his SNP conference speech to announce plans for Scotland's bus network to be brought under public control.
Pope discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery
Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:51:36 GMT
The pontiff will give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter's Square on Sunday.
Not sure what to wear for Halloween? These outfits are set to be the most popular this year
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:27:01 GMT
Freaky Nikki, Dolly Parton and whimsical costumes like gargoyles are popular among adults dressing up this year.
Why people who have never smoked are getting hooked on vapes
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:49:16 GMT
More than one million people now vape who have never been smokers, according to the ONS.
Toxic algorithms wouldn't let them go - now Australia wants an off switch
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:11:29 GMT
The Australian government hopes to protect social media users from being served content they don't want to see.
Two-week half terms: The school holiday no one can agree on
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:26:45 GMT
Parents are divided, with some struggling to arrange childcare while others eye cheaper holidays.
Trial of German steakhouse heiress that sparked a huge spy scandal
Fri, 16 Oct 2026 23:07:18 GMT
For 15 months, a high-security courtroom in Hamburg has been hearing the case of Christina Block, accused of ordering the abduction of her children.
