European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
The Israeli military condemns the violence but the prime minister’s office says it is part of a “smear” campaign....
UK must protect against Russian ‘hybrid attacks’, ex-national security adviser says
Lord Ricketts says more should be spent on improving the resilience of energy, transport, air traffic control and defence sites....
Swinney’s emotional explanation for his commitment to independence
BBC Scotland’s political editor Glenn Campbell reflects on John Swinney’s SNP conference speech....
Pope discharged from hospital days after lung cancer surgery
The pontiff will give the traditional Angelus prayer and blessing in St Peter’s Square on Sunday....
Chelsea’s Martinez taken to hospital for ‘precautionary tests’
Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez was taken to hospital as Chelsea’s 2-0 win at Everton on Saturday meant they secured their first clean sheet in nine months....
Not sure what to wear for Halloween? These outfits are set to be the most popular this year
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
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
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
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
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....
