Could that get any more awkward?: Donald Trump hands Elon Musk an award with zero eye contact

US President Donald Trump called Elon Musk a 'national treasure' before presenting him with the National Medal of Science in Washington, D.C., on Thursday, 8 October 2026. Despite the praise, footage of their brief onstage exchange prompted social media users to question whether the two appeared uncomfortable together. The presentation took place a...

Soccer-Guimaraes grabs winner as Arsenal rally to beat Leeds

(Corrects paragraph 15 to make clear Leeds are sixth (and not fifth) LONDON, Oct 10 (Reuters) - Arsenal came back from a goal down to beat Leeds United 2-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, with Brazilian Bruno Guimaraes coming off the bench to net the winner as the Premier League resumed following a lengthy international break. The competition returned under a cloud, with Manchester City

Scarlett Johansson, 41, showcases huge tattoos in stunning red gown

Michael Flatley says final goodbye to beloved wife Niamh O'Brien at funeral with moving eulogy

Lord of the Dance star Michael Flatley pays tribute at the funeral of his late wife, Niamh O'Brien, who died aged 52 following a period of ill health

Jose Mourinho embarrassed and Vinicius Jr sent off in incredible Real Madrid hair pull drama

Real Madrid ace Vinicius Junior went mad after being shown a red card for pulling their hair of his opponent and seeing his goal cancelled out against Villarreal

US prepares to launch $13 billion supercarrier from dry dock

Man Utd make Michael Carrick sack call after Tottenham draw

Sources tell TEAMtalk whether the Red Devils are planning to get rid of Carrick after the draw with Spurs

The six players guaranteed to miss Liverpool vs Man City

The six players guaranteed to miss Liverpool vs Man City - Jeremy Jacquet and Erling Haaland passed fit but several players will be forced to sit out the highly-anticipated Anfield showdown

Soccer-Alonso hails Caicedo’s impact as Chelsea crush Bournemouth

By William Schomberg LONDON, Oct 10 (Reuters) - Chelsea manager Xabi Alonso has had to wait until October to see what his side can do with midfielder Moises Caicedo properly back in the team and he was delighted with his role in the 5-1 demolition of Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday. Alonso – who oversaw two victories in his first two matches in charge of Chelsea before failing to

Mystery letters flood Emmerdale village – and two residents are enraged

Someone has a lot to say.

Tropical storm Rachel forces iconic California beach to close as severe flooding threatens millions

A tropical storm has forced an iconic California beach to close down as widespread flooding has threatened millions of residents in Orange County.

Unnerved Panamanians sleep in streets as aftershocks rattle quake-hit towns

Unnerved Panamanians sleep in streets as aftershocks rattle quake-hit towns - Residents in rural Panama are dealing with aftershocks following two powerful earthquakes that hit the country on Friday

European football: Gordon boosts Barcelona, Neuer errors cost Bayern in draw

Anthony Gordon scored his first goal for Barcelona as they extended their perfect start in La Liga with a 3-0 home win over Getafe. The England international opened the scoring in the second minute and Gabriel Jesus added another after half an hour for the league leaders, who have won every match they have played this season. Gordon, who has impressed since joining from Newcastle this summer, grabbed his first Barça goal with a low deflected...

US logistics behind the billion-dollar transport of M1 Abrams tanks

Verstappen calls Russell’s Singapore crash easy mistake in wet sprint

Verstappen's wet win: The Red Bull driver capitalised on Russell's early crash to secure sprint victory ahead of Hamilton and Leclerc in mixed track conditions. Russell's costly error: Russell admitted a battery deployment miscalculation pushed him onto a slippery white line, ending his race and hurting his title challenge. Title race impact: Antonelli's fourth place extended his championship lead to 89 points, while Russell faces a back-row start in Sunday’s main race.

Emily Blunt rejoins Sicario 3 with original cast and new director

Blunt’s big return: Emily Blunt is back as Kate Macer after missing the 2018 sequel, reuniting the original trio of leads for the first time since 2015. New creative team: Padraic McKinley will direct from Steven Knight’s script, the first Sicario film not written by Taylor Sheridan. Production timeline: Filming is set to start in early 2027, with no distributor or release date announced yet.

Has Bread Ahead really risen too much for Borough Market?

Has Bread Ahead really risen too much for Borough Market? - The hugely popular bakery is being kicked out after becoming ‘too successful’ — but its owner is fighting back, reports Chris Blackhurst

Dozens injured and buildings damaged as tornadoes hit Sicily

Two tornadoes have struck the coastal town of Marsala in western Sicily, injuring dozens of people, damaging buildings including a school, and overturning cars. A series of videos began to circulate on Friday morning showing two waterspouts approaching the Sicilian town from the sea as people braced for their arrival. Dozens of people were reported injured, with at least 11 taken to hospital after being struck by flying debris and shattered...

Strictly 2026: Who topped the leaderboard in latest live show?

Strictly 2026: Who topped the leaderboard in latest live show? - To impress the judges on Saturday evening, the quick-footed couples put on displays of salsa, Cha Cha Cha, a waltz and even a samba

India court orders release of 'Cockroach' movement leaders

Leaders of the youth-led protest movement had been detained ahead of a large protest in Delhi calling for India's election commissioner to step down. Fresh protests have been called. Follow DW.

Toby Carvery responds after staff filmed weighing meat portions on Sunday roast

The footage featuring plates being popped onto a set of scales sparked uproar among longtime customers

US military says it disabled cargo vessel trying to run Iran blockade

Oct 10 (Reuters) - The US military said on Saturday it had disabled a commercial cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman after the ship's crew ignored warnings and attempted to run a naval blockade against Iran. "A U.S. military fighter jet struck the stern of Panama-flagged M/V Ocean Molica (also known as the “Arika Sun”) with a precision munition, fully disabling the ship’s propulsion without harming

Thousands take part in pro-Palestine march through Edinburgh

Thousands take part in pro-Palestine march through Edinburgh - One attendee said she was marching because found the situation in the Middle East ‘heart-breaking’.

Mourinho mocks Arteta as Madrid urged to loan Arsenal duo

Mourinho's pointed remarks: The Real Madrid boss highlighted differences in managerial expectations, questioning Arteta’s 'just starting' comments after years in charge. Madrid's loan appeal: Spanish journalist Tomás Roncero urged Arsenal to loan Zubimendi and Merino to Madrid, citing their limited playing time despite international success. Fans' fiery response: Arsenal supporters criticised Mourinho’s comparison, noting squad disparities and defending Arteta’s long-term vision.

William and Kate surprise Ikea shoppers with counter shift

William and Kate surprise Ikea shoppers as they help out behind counters -

Kremlin drops huge bombshell from 'friendly' Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin call

The extraordinary insight emerged after the US President called for Ukraine to elect a new leader,

Rangers go top amid Kilmarnock handball row

Top spot secured: Rangers beat Kilmarnock 3-1 at Ibrox to leapfrog Celtic and claim first place in the Scottish Premiership. Handball dispute: Neil McCann alleged Kevin Kelsy handled the ball before scoring Rangers’ second goal, sparking fresh debate over handball interpretations. VAR under scrutiny: The decision to let the goal stand has raised questions over VAR protocol and consistency in applying the Laws of the Game.

Strictly Shirley Ballas hits out at pro-dancer with stinging six-word warning

The Queen of Rumba was less than impressed with one routine of the night.

Michael Carrick reacts to Man Utd fans’ boos as INEOS reach sack decision after Tottenham draw

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick gives his take on the Old Trafford faithful booing the team against Tottenham Hotspur.

US is offloading the world’s largest cargo aircraft ever built

Members of Congress are signing a pledge to actually seat election winners amid post-midterm crisis fears

A bipartisan group of House members is quietly signing a written pledge to seat every state‑certified winner of the 2026 midterm elections, amid concern that the next Congress could face attempts to block some members‑elect from taking office. Democrat Josh Gottheimer and Republican Don Bacon launched the effort as some Democrats and anti‑Trump Rep...

It doesn’t need to be so heavy all the time - William and Kate's tactic in ignoring royal drama

With the Royal Family still embroiled in drama between the Sussexes and Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, the Mirror’s Pod Save the King has dissected how the Prince and Princess of Wales are staying above it

US Navy is floating gigantic $13 billion supercarrier out of dry dock

Fourteen killed in two separate US mass shootings

Two mass shootings in the United States have claimed the lives of 14 people in the space of a few hours, local police forces have confirmed.

Sue Johnston, 82, makes heartbreaking Caroline Aherne confession and bans retirement talk

EXCLUSIVE: Much-loved Sue Johnston, 82, has spoken about how she will always cherish Royle Family co-star Caroline Aherne, with her home acting as a shrine for the tragic actress

Scientists discover that time is just an illusion and it's too mind-bending to comprehend

A new theory suggests that time might not be a fundamental aspect of our universe but rather an illusion created by quantum entanglement. Quantum entanglement occurs when particles become interconnected in such a way that the state of one instantly influences the state of another, regardless of distance. According to this theory, the perception of ...

Boy saved from bear attack after mobile phone exploded as he was mauled by predator

A boy’s life was saved during a bear attack when his smartphone exploded in the creature's face.

Barry Manilow's stage return left in tatters as icon, 83, is forced to cancel show by illness

Although his lung cancer is now in remission, the healing process has seen him scrap or postpone several concerts over the course of this year.

Real Madrid media react to Trent Alexander-Arnold and Ibrahima Konate displays v Villarreal

How the two former Liverpool defenders fared for Jose Mourinho’s side at the Bernabeu

Princess Kate spotted blushing as her celebrity crush revealed

Princess Catherine recently attended a major star-studded event in London.

Paul Merson says £115m Chelsea midfielder best in the world after Bournemouth win

Sky Sports pundit Paul Merson was blown away by a Chelsea star’s performance against Bournemouth in the Premier League on Saturday.

Royal Mail tells customers to remember one thing before sending letters or parcels

For those who are mailing letters or posting parcels it is crucial to remember one essential step before sending

Priceless Chinese artefacts found smashed at British Museum risking diplomatic row with Beijing

Priceless Chinese artefacts have been found smashed at the British Museum, risking a diplomatic row between London and Beijing. A Qing Dynasty porcelain bowl and decorative ceramic box have been mysteriously destroyed after the bowl toppled from its mount inside a display cabinet, shattering both pieces. The incident occurred on Sunday in Room 95 o...

Urgent recalls issued by Tesco, Asda, Primark, Home Bargains and more - full list

Over the last week or so, several huge retailers have issued recalls, urging customers not to eat or use the products.

Solanke's late goal denies United win in El Sackico

Late equaliser drama: Dominic Solanke scored in stoppage time to rescue a point for Spurs after Bryan Mbeumo's opener and Bentancur's dismissal. Managers under pressure: Michael Carrick and Roberto De Zerbi both face scrutiny as winless runs continue, with United 12th and Spurs 18th. Missed opportunities: Tottenham created several chances but failed to convert until late; United again struggled to beat 10 men at home.

Burnham rushes to axe photo ID checks at elections

Andy Burnham is rushing through laws to scrap photo ID checks in polling stations amid mounting speculation he will call an early general election, The Telegraph can reveal. The Prime Minister has been accused of “ramming through” the controversial changes, which mean people will be allowed to vote with only a bank card as identification. Under cur...

How solar is beating nuclear's best idea

Three years ago small modular reactors (SMRs) seemed finished: NuScale's flagship project collapsed under massive cost overruns and customers walked away. Now nuclear energy is having its best year in decades — new projects are breaking ground for the first time in a decade, and the federal government has made $900 million available to back SMRs. This video examines whether this is the year small nuclear finally works or if it's the same expensive promises in new headlines.

UK snow forecast as two inches possible with flurries in 28 counties – full list

A significant wave of snow could impact 28 counties later this month with two inches settling on the ground in some parts of the UK, according to weather models

TV tonight: David Tennant stars in a brutally brilliant prison drama

Time Sunday, 9pm, BBC One Jimmy McGovern’s prison anthology is never an easy watch but the bravery to explore the darkest corners of the British prison system makes it quality viewing. This time, David Tennant is downtrodden prison officer Bobby Bailey at a young offender institute – where wasted youth and potential only add to the gloom. Siobhan Finneran returns as prison chaplain Marie-Louise, who joins the YOI. The two get off to a bad start...

King sends message for National Cyber Security Centre’s 10th anniversary

King sends message for National Cyber Security Centre’s 10th anniversary - Charles hailed the ‘remarkable’ work the agency had carried out to ‘safeguard our democratic institutions’.