Body recovered after ferry passenger reported overboard
A body was found during the search for an elderly passenger who was reported to have fallen from a ferry, with authorities working to confirm the circumstances.
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Police urge home-security checks as darker evenings return
Police are advising residents to review locks, lighting and routines as the clocks go back and longer hours of darkness increase opportunities for burglary.
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Dance in the Dark brings an immersive family adventure to Birmingham MAC
Dance in the Dark at Birmingham MAC uses darkness, sound and interactive performance to create an imaginative theatrical experience for children and families.
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Kane primed to pip Yamal, Mbappe to Ballon d'Or glory
England captain Harry Kane is the favourite to win a wide open race to be crowned Ballon d'Or winner at a glitzy London ceremony on Monday, with Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappe also in the running to be named the world's best footballer.
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China's Communist Party elite hold key talks on governance
China's President Xi Jinping opened a key meeting of Communist Party elites in Beijing on Monday, state media said, which observers will be closely watching for clues as to the country's direction and future leadership.
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UK households advised to prepare for three days without essential services
The UK government has issued public guidance urging households to be ready to manage for at least three days if power, water, communications or other essential services fail.
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Redditch Santa fun run to return to Arrow Valley Park
The Santa fun run organised by Redditch Rotary Club will return to Arrow Valley Park, raising money for local causes through festive races and family activities.
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Chiefs and 49ers suffer first losses of NFL season, Vikings stay unbeaten
The Seattle Seahawks put on a defensive masterclass to hand the Kansas City Chiefs their first defeat of the NFL season on Sunday, winning 20-3, while the San Francisco 49ers also surrendered their perfect start to the Atlanta Falcons.
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Obama links Trump trade policy to higher costs in Detroit speech
At a Detroit campaign appearance, Barack Obama criticised Donald Trump’s trade confrontation with Canada and urged voters to reject Republican economic policies.
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Obama mocks Trump tariffs on Canada during Michigan campaign stop
Barack Obama ridiculed Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canadian goods while campaigning in Detroit, arguing that the policy was raising costs for US consumers.
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