47 m. ago Amid squabbles, bombast and competing interests, what can Cop30 achieve?

Climate summit in Brazil needs to find way to stop global heating accelerating amid stark divisions“It broke my heart.” Surangel Whipps, president of the tiny Pacific nation of Palau, was sitting in the front row of the UN’s general assembly in New York when Donald Trump made a long and rambling speech, his first to the UN since his re-election, on 23 September.Whipps was prepared for fury and bombast from the US president, but what followed was shocking. Trump’s rant on the climate crisis – a “green scam”, “the greatest con job ever perpetrated”, “predictions made by stupid people” – was an unprecedented attack on science and global action from a major world leader. Continue reading...

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57 m. ago A look at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame 2025 inductees and how they were honored

The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has inducted its 2025 class, celebrating influential musicians and figures

Politics

2 h. ago Anger over plans for 'floating warehouse' of wind turbines off Scots coast

Campaigners have demanded a halt to the proposed development they say will blight beach views, destroy fishing grounds and desecrate a protected war grave.

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4 h. ago Return to the office? Public sector splurges nearly £1.3million of taxpayers' cash on WFH equipment

A Mail on Sunday investigation lays bare the outlay on desks, office chairs and IT equipment for public sector workers still reaping the benefits of hybrid working brought in during the pandemic.

Economics

6 h. ago University calls Charles Dickens a racist for damning 1851 essay criticising China

The University of Manchester is warning students that an 1851 essay co-authored by Charles Dickens 'expresses racist views, particularly against Chinese people.'

Culture

6 h. ago Flabbergasting views of New York City's next First Lady, 28, laid bare in the hipster artist's work

New York City's next First Lady, Rama Duwaji, is a vocal critic of 'American imperialism' who is facing scrutiny after her extreme views emerged.

Politics

6 h. ago Strictly could axe Sunday night show because spoilsport mole keeps leaking dance

Some BBC chiefs believe the programme should go back to its original format, when viewers voted after the Saturday episode while The National Lottery was aired.

Culture

7 h. ago BBC Festival of Remembrance viewers say same thing minutes into Rod Stewart's performance

Sir Rod Stewart opened this year's Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance at London's Royal Albert Hall

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8 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing spoiler leak puzzles fans as they question 'mistake'

Strictly Come Dancing viewers were yet again sharing their thoughts on the latest exit on the BBC series, as the elimination result leaked online ahead of the results show

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8 h. ago Huge DJ who worked with Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber makes 'cultural statement' with new work

A DJ who has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry including Justin Bieber has opened up on his newest album which features the likes of Travis Scott

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8 h. ago Rod Stewart leaves BBC viewers distracted minutes into Festival of Remembrance performance

Sir Rod Stewart kicked off this year's Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance with a lively performance

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8 h. ago Sir Rod Stewart's performance at Festival of Remembrance leaves BBC viewers divided

Sir Rod Stewart performed at the Royal British Legion Festival of Remembrance on BBC One

Events

8 h. ago Artist sparks controversy for installation showing a crucified Donald Trump dubbed 'Saint or Sinner'

Mason Storm created the controversial work that has left many 'disgusted.' The British artist has left the interpretation up to the viewer to determined if Trump is a sinner or a saint.

Politics

8 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing legend tells viewers 'get over it' in brutal swipe

Strictly Come Dancing legend Arlene Phillips has weighed in on the latest series of the BBC dance show.

Politics

8 h. ago Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen have very different views on F1 title chances vs Lando Norris

Lando Norris is in the ascendency and one of his closest Formula 1 title challengers seems to have given up, though the other continues to believe a comeback is possible

Politics

9 h. ago BBC The Wheel contestant breaks down in tears after huge win

The Wheel viewers saw a fresh batch of contestants on the BBC show on Saturday night.

Politics

9 h. ago BBC The Wheel star breaks down in tears as they admit 'I can’t breathe'

On Saturday night, BBC viewers saw Michael McIntyre welcome a fresh batch of contestants onto the show who were trying to win cash with the help of celebrity experts.

Politics

9 h. ago Rockefeller Center Christmas tree arrives in Manhattan, kicking off New York's holiday season

The Rockefeller Center Christmas tree has arrived in Manhattan, marking the start of New York City's holiday season

Politics

9 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing viewers call out 'nonsense' and rush to support Amber Davies

Amber Davies and Nikita Kuzmin received an impressive 38 points for their salsa

Politics

10 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing star in tears over family death as they detail 'terrible year'

On Saturday night BBC viewers settled in for another episode of Strictly Come Dancing as the contestant reach the halfway mark.

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