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How the UK’s Hurricane-Strength Storm of 1987 Became a Famous Weather Forecasting Failure
The Great Storm of 1987 was a forecasting blunder that left at least 18 people dead, felled 15 million trees and caused a billion pounds worth of damage.
Published: October 15, 2025, 7:00 am
London Became a Global Hub for Phone Theft. Now We Know Why.
About 80,000 phones were stolen in the British capital last year. The police are finally discovering where many of them went.
Published: October 15, 2025, 4:01 am
Trump Says He May Give Tomahawks to Ukraine. Is He Bluffing?
President Trump’s threats to provide the missiles to Ukraine, whether he follows through on them or not, are a sign of his growing frustration with Moscow.
Published: October 14, 2025, 10:49 pm
Zelensky Revokes Odesa Mayor’s Citizenship, Amid Feud With Local Leaders
Ukraine’s security services said the mayor held Russian citizenship, which is forbidden, but he denied the accusation. Government opponents see it as part of a power grab.
Published: October 14, 2025, 6:15 pm
France’s Political Turmoil Is Weighing on Its Economy
As a new prime minister seeks stability, three government shake-ups since last summer have already taken their toll on the French economy.
Published: October 14, 2025, 5:57 pm
French Premier Offers to Delay Pension Overhaul, in a Bid to Calm Turmoil
Sébastien Lecornu said the government was ready for “a new debate” on the issue, a major concession as he faces no-confidence votes that threaten to topple his government again this week.
Published: October 14, 2025, 5:42 pm
Protests in Brussels Halt Flights and Disrupt Public Transit
The demonstrations, organized by Belgium’s major trade unions, oppose austerity proposals that would affect pensions and other social welfare.
Published: October 14, 2025, 1:08 pm
Russia Accuses Antiwar Exiles of Terrorism
An intelligence agency’s sweeping investigation shows that Moscow is closely following the anti-Kremlin activities of Russians abroad.
Published: October 14, 2025, 7:52 pm
Venezuela Closes Embassy in Norway After Activist Receives Peace Prize
The announcement came three days after María Corina Machado, an opposition leader, was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize.
Published: October 14, 2025, 12:31 pm
Ukraine’s Formula for Peace: Fewer Talks, More Weapons
As Russia rebuffs President Trump’s diplomatic push, President Volodymyr Zelensky of Ukraine plans to head again to the White House, this time seeking missiles.
Published: October 14, 2025, 6:17 pm
Explosion at Italian Farmhouse Kills Three Military Police Officers
The police were carrying out a search warrant at a home whose occupants were resisting eviction, officials said. More than a dozen officers were injured.
Published: October 14, 2025, 1:21 pm
A Divided Israel Unites in Joy as Hostages Come Home
With the release from Gaza of the last surviving captives, many Israelis said it was time for the country to heal after years of polarizing war.
Published: October 14, 2025, 12:20 am
Music Influenced Peter Doig’s Art. Now, Experience Them Together.
At “House of Music,” a London exhibition of paintings by Peter Doig, songs he typically plays in his private studio help bring his work to life.
Published: October 14, 2025, 8:13 am
To Inflict Pain on Russians, Ukraine’s Drones Zero In on Oil Refineries
With Russian forces gaining slowly on the battlefield, Ukraine hopes its long-range drone campaign will help persuade Vladimir V. Putin to change course.
Published: October 14, 2025, 2:16 am
Police make shock admission about the search for Dezi Freeman - as search marks a grim milestone
The troubling news comes nearly two months after Dezi Freeman allegedly shot and killed two police officers in cold blood.
Published: October 14, 2025, 5:21 am
A royal cheers! Kate and William beam as they trial booze on surprise visit to Northern Ireland - after sharing sweet loved-up moment
Kate and Will observed the apple cider vinegar production process, before watching how the apples are pressed and bottled on site into their award-winning cider.
Published: October 15, 2025, 1:05 am
Labour accused of making way for Gerry Adams and hundreds of IRA prisoners to sue for wrongful imprisonment
Labour was accused of clearing a legal path for Gerry Adams and hundreds of IRA prisoners to sue for wrongful imprisonment on Tuesday.
Published: October 14, 2025, 6:02 pm
Kate Middleton looks stylishly cosy in recycled Alexander McQueen coat - and we've found high street wool coats that look just as chic
During her visit to Northern Ireland, the Princess of Wales recycled a green coat, marking the fifth time she has worn the design since debuting it in 2020.
Published: October 14, 2025, 3:26 pm
Kate and Prince William kick off surprise visit to Northern Ireland
The Prince and Princess of Wales rode in a fire truck and watched trainee firefighters taking part in drills as they began a day-long surprise visit to Northern Ireland on Tuesday.
Published: October 14, 2025, 2:05 pm
Northern Ireland's national anthem singer brutally trolls Germany surprise outfit change - but it is not the first time she has performed the trick
Opera singer Carly Paoli set the stage for Northern Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Germany with a dramatic reveal when performing the national anthems.
Published: October 14, 2025, 10:05 am
Quiz show fans 'gutted and bereft' as University Challenge, Only Connect and Mastermind are all pulled from screens in schedule shake-up - raging 'another reason to defund the BBC!'
Viewers of University Challenge, Only Connect and Mastermind were disappointed to discover the trio of shows, which airs Monday evenings across on BBC Two, had been removed.
Published: October 14, 2025, 9:04 am