Oxford cinema shortlisted as UK's best as it fights for future
The Ultimate Picture Palace in Oxford is nominated for the 2026 Cinema of the Year award.
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Children spending too long on maths app TT Rockstars, MP warns
The makers of the popular times table game say they are bringing in curfews and limits to screen time.
‘Seismic shift’: World reacts to US midterm election results
Iran’s top negotiator says US voters sent a “NO TO WAR” message, as Trump’s Democratic opponents take Congress.
‘I will not delete my posts’: Inside Uganda’s crackdown on online critics
Uganda’s online critics allege abductions and intimidation as families search for missing relatives.
Zelenskyy honours US First Lady Melania Trump for helping secure ceasefire in Russian-occupied Oleshky
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has awarded US First Lady Melania Trump a state honour for her role in helping organise a humanitarian evacuation
Why Texas turning Blue is Elon Musk’s ‘biggest defeat’
Some of the richest people in American politics spent heavily backing Republicans in November 3 elections but their side lost the Senate’s control.
From ‘new era’ to ‘no to war’: World leaders react to Democrats’ sweeping US midterm wins
World leaders have reacted to the outcome of the US midterm elections, with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa saying the results would introduce a
Left-wing Democrat Abdul El-Sayed wins in Michigan to become first Muslim senator
El-Sayed bested Republican Mike Rogers to become the first Muslim senator in US history.
Syrians see Israel as biggest regional threat, followed by Iran: Survey
Some 97% of respondents to Arab Opinion Index for Syria say Israel threatens security and stability in the Middle East.
GOP’s redistricting gamble backfires in Florida as Democrats hold ground
Trump’s party dealt a setback as Republican bid to tilt Florida’s House map falters on a strong night for Democrats.
Good news for Agniveers: Government extends tenure by two years
NEW DELHI: The Union Cabinet on Wednesday announced a two-year extension of the engagement period for Agniveers enrolled in the Army under the 'Agnipath'
Key takeaways from the 2026 midterm elections in California
Democrats easily hold on to governor’s office and are on track to notch up wins in key congressional races.
Palestinians return to ruined Hebron homes after Israel’s 10-day siege
Returning Hebron residents face significant economic and structural devastation after Israeli military operation.
Jaackmate plans 'alternative' Norwich Christmas lights switch-on
The trio, uninvited from a city's official Christmas event, are planning an "alternative" for fans.
Democrats deliver a historic rout to Republicans in US midterms
For the first time in nearly 30 years, a Democrat will now represent South Carolina in the US Senate.
Spanish transport minister resigns after train crash killed 69 people
Oscar Puente says he could not ‘continue in office’ after two major train accidents in less than a year.
Cruise ship leaves Cambodia after forcing hundreds of passengers off
The Florida-based owner of the Villa Vie Odyssey cruise ship forced passengers to disembark at the port town of Sihanoukville last week, saying the Iran war had made fuel too expensive.