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Hubbard release was no trade, say Moscow and Washington

Both governments have rejected suggestions that the release of Stephen Hubbard, held since 2022, was linked to the brief detention in Montenegro of the Russian war blogger Mikhail Zvinchuk.

October 30, 2026

Science

Kampala protests after 27 Ugandans killed or presumed dead on Ukrainian front

A letter from Uganda's embassy in Moscow lists 11 citizens confirmed dead and 16 whose bodies could not be located, as evidence grows that African men are being lured to Russia's front lines.

October 30, 2026

Science

From elephants to squirrels: which animals would win a foot race?

Scientists have measured the top speeds of hundreds of creatures, revealing why elephants lose over 100m and why a grumpy badger would still beat most joggers.

October 30, 2026

World

Putin praises Musk as Russia and US edge closer on space

The Russian president described Elon Musk as a "real genius" and said Moscow was in close contact with the SpaceX owner to prevent satellite interference in orbit.

October 30, 2026

World

Netanyahu claims victory but falls short as turnout hits two-decade high

World

Bolsonaro's movements shrouded in doubt after private flight to Ecuador

World

Netanyahu outperforms predictions but path to power remains uncertain

Politics

Healey insists benefits bill will fall but Treasury rejects timeline

The Treasury has disputed the suggestion that John Healey promised to reduce the benefits bill before the next general election, despite the Chancellor telling the BBC there would be a reduction.

October 30, 2026

Politics

Alaska Senate race engulfed by row over two Dan Sullivans on ballot

Politics

Free movement back on the agenda as UK and EU officials plan pre-summit discussions

Politics

Can a smaller Budget meet the scale of Burnham's promise?

Wars

Hubbard release was no trade, say Moscow and Washington

Both governments have rejected suggestions that the release of Stephen Hubbard, held since 2022, was linked to the brief detention in Montenegro of the Russian war blogger Mikhail Zvinchuk.

October 30, 2026

Wars

Local ceasefire offers glimpse of relief in a town starved by war

Wars

Ukrainian strikes hit Perm industrial plant and border regions, Russian officials say

Wars

Born in 2008, killed in Ukraine: the schoolchildren Moscow sent to war

Incidents

Madrid-Seville line crash: Audio suggests trains cleared to move after signal failure

Recordings published in Spanish media suggest one high-speed train was cleared to proceed at normal speed while another stood stalled 25km ahead, as the death toll reaches 69.

October 30, 2026

Incidents

Spain in mourning after rail disaster near Urda claims at least 30 lives

Incidents

Screen tests begin in earnest as Amazon seeks a new 007

Incidents

Duchess reveals she was warned about Thomas Markle before police inquiry

Business

Budget 2026: banks and savers to pay as Chancellor boosts defence and Ukraine

John Healey's first Budget as Chancellor offers £100 to millions of households, raises taxes on savings and bank profits, and commits extra billions to defence and Ukraine.

October 30, 2026

Business

Margot Robbie footage at centre of AI Neighbours micro-drama dispute

Business

Villa Vie Odyssey suspends round-the-world voyage, leaving residents in Sihanoukville

Business

Trump inherits Biden's economic headache as voters count the cost of living

Science

Kampala protests after 27 Ugandans killed or presumed dead on Ukrainian front

A letter from Uganda's embassy in Moscow lists 11 citizens confirmed dead and 16 whose bodies could not be located, as evidence grows that African men are being lured to Russia's front lines.

October 30, 2026

Science

From elephants to squirrels: which animals would win a foot race?

Science

The animals you can outrun — and the ones that would leave you for dust

Science

WorldHouse — independent news from London

Hubbard release was no trade, say Moscow and Washington

Kampala protests after 27 Ugandans killed or presumed dead on Ukrainian front

From elephants to squirrels: which animals would win a foot race?

World

Putin praises Musk as Russia and US edge closer on space

Netanyahu claims victory but falls short as turnout hits two-decade high

Bolsonaro's movements shrouded in doubt after private flight to Ecuador

Netanyahu outperforms predictions but path to power remains uncertain

Politics

Healey insists benefits bill will fall but Treasury rejects timeline

Alaska Senate race engulfed by row over two Dan Sullivans on ballot

Free movement back on the agenda as UK and EU officials plan pre-summit discussions

Can a smaller Budget meet the scale of Burnham's promise?

Wars

Hubbard release was no trade, say Moscow and Washington

Local ceasefire offers glimpse of relief in a town starved by war

Ukrainian strikes hit Perm industrial plant and border regions, Russian officials say

Born in 2008, killed in Ukraine: the schoolchildren Moscow sent to war

Incidents

Madrid-Seville line crash: Audio suggests trains cleared to move after signal failure

Spain in mourning after rail disaster near Urda claims at least 30 lives

Screen tests begin in earnest as Amazon seeks a new 007

Duchess reveals she was warned about Thomas Markle before police inquiry

Business

Budget 2026: banks and savers to pay as Chancellor boosts defence and Ukraine

Margot Robbie footage at centre of AI Neighbours micro-drama dispute

Villa Vie Odyssey suspends round-the-world voyage, leaving residents in Sihanoukville

Trump inherits Biden's economic headache as voters count the cost of living

Science

Kampala protests after 27 Ugandans killed or presumed dead on Ukrainian front

From elephants to squirrels: which animals would win a foot race?

The animals you can outrun — and the ones that would leave you for dust

PHP flaws hidden for years force worldwide dash to secure the web