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ASOS says hackers accessed names, addresses, phone numbers and email details. Recent customer search histories, including terms such as glamorous wide fit, were also exposed. Passwords and payment card information were not accessed, according to ASOS. ASOS has revealed that hackers gained access to millions of customers recent search histories, as well as names, addresses, phone numbers and email details, in a cyber attack on the online fashion retailer. Searches including glamorous wide fit, AS

Highlights From a feared gangster to a comic underworld boss, Nana Patekar played characters that were worlds apart His most memorable roles often relied on sharp dialogue, distinctive mannerisms and powerful screen presence Parinda and Krantiveer showcased his intensity, while Welcome revealed his flair for comedy Natsamrat brought out a more vulnerable side of the actor in one of his most emotionally demanding roles These seven performances show why Patekar remained difficult to typecast throu

For more than three decades, the beat of the dhak has announced Durga Puja in Manchester. This year, it is joined by something new: WhatsApp messages, AI tools and short-form videos, as one of Northern England's longest-established Bengali organisations looks for new ways to keep its community connected. The Greater Manchester Bengali Hindu Cultural Association (GMBHCA) will celebrate Durga Puja from Friday 16 October to Tuesday 20 October 2026 at Gandhi Hall, Withington. Founded in 1993 by a ha

Permanent placements rose to 50.9 in September, the strongest reading in four years. Demand for workers fell at its weakest rate since August 2024. IT, computing and engineering were among the strongest areas for hiring, while retail and hospitality lagged. Britain's jobs market is showing tentative signs of recovery, with permanent staff placements rising at their fastest pace in four years in September, according to the latest KPMG and Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) Report on J

Highlights Kamal Haasan is set to return as the iconic freedom fighter Senapathy in Indian 3 S Shankar is returning to direct the next chapter of the long-running franchise The announcement follows the release of Indian 2 in 2024 The franchise began with the 1996 classic Indian , which introduced Senapathy to audiences The next film is expected to continue the story of the vigilante character Kamal Haasan is set to return as Senapathy in Indian 3 , giving audiences another chapter in one of Tami

Google Maps is displaying petrol and diesel prices at UK forecourts for the first time. Drivers can compare nearby prices using data from the governments Fuel Finder scheme. The government estimates that households with a car could save around 40 a year by shopping around. Google Maps has launched a new UK fuel price feature, allowing drivers to check near real-time petrol and diesel prices at nearby forecourts directly through the navigation app. The feature went live on Thursday, October 8, us

Highlights Nana Patekar died in Goa on Thursday at the age of 75 His last rites will be held at his Pune farmhouse with state honours Patekar leaves behind a celebrated career spanning Hindi and Marathi cinema, theatre and social work He won three National Film Awards and received the Padma Shri in 2013 From Parinda and Krantiveer to Natsamrat , his performances left a lasting mark on Indian cinema Veteran actor Nana Patekar , one of Indian cinemas most distinctive and respected performers, has

A COURT in London has settled a five-year succession dispute of a Hindu faith organisation which has a strong presence in the UK, US, India, Canada and Australia. The Yogi Divine Society (YDS), which has its UK headquarters in Harrow, north London, was established by His Holiness Hariprasad Swamiji, who died in July 2021, without publicly naming who would succeed him. Two saints sought claim to lead the organisation Pujya Prem Swaroop Swami, 80, (known as Member A in court documents) and Pujya

A 13-VOLUME biography of His Holiness Param Pujya Pramukh Swami Maharaj, running to 8,848 pages and 2,146,447 words, has been recognised by Guinness World Records as the longest biography by a single author. It was announced in London last Sunday (4) during celebrations marking the 93rd birth anniversary of HH Pujya Mahant Swami Maharaj, the spiritual head of BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha. The Guinness World Records certificate was presented to HH Pujya Mahant Swami Maharaj at OVO Arena Wembley in f

PHARMACYS best were celebrated for their crucial contribution to healthcare at the 26th annual Pharmacy Business Awards in London last Friday (2). More than 680 guests attended the event, which pays tribute to the exceptional dedication of pharmacists who safeguard the health and wellbeing of local communities, as well as the industry that supports them. Pharmacy teams, leading products, wholesalers and manufacturers were recognised on the night. Rajan Shah and Sanjay Patel of West Ealing Pharma

Highlights Hear'Say and Liberty X will play 13 UK and Ireland arena dates from April 17 to May 9, 2027, on a tour called Popstars: The Originals Four of Hear'Say's five original members return: Danny Foster, Kym Marsh, Suzanne Shaw and Noel Sullivan. Myleene Klass is not taking part Liberty X return with all five members: Michelle Heaton, Jessica Taylor, Tony Lundon, Kevin Simm and Kelli Young A pre-sale opens at 9am BST on Wednesday, October 14 for fans who register, with general sale at 9am BS

Highlights The FA has sanctioned Tonda Eckert with a six-week ban from all football, suspended until the end of the 2027/28 season, plus a 28,000 fine and a reprimand Eckert admitted three breaches of FA Rule E3.1 for directing or authorising the observation of Oxford United, Ipswich Town and Middlesbrough training sessions He can lead Southampton into Sunday's south coast derby against Portsmouth (12:00 BST, live on ITV and Sky Sports) The club were already expelled from last season's Champions

Highlights The Emmys will leave traditional US broadcast television for the first time from 2027 Amazon Prime Video has secured exclusive global streaming rights in a six-year deal The ceremony will stream live and free worldwide, with no Prime Video subscription required The move ends a rotation between ABC, CBS, Fox and NBC that has been in place since 1955 The deal reflects the growing influence of streaming platforms over major live entertainment events The Emmys are entering a new era, with

Up to 2,500 head-office and support jobs are expected to go by the end of 2027. Frontline posties and drivers are not included in the proposed cuts. Royal Mail delivered just 75.7 per cent of first-class letters on time in 2025/26. Royal Mail is planning to cut up to 2,500 jobs as the UK postal service battles falling letter demand, tougher competition and persistent delivery problems. The proposed cuts, which represent less than 2 per cent of Royal Mail s more than 131,000-strong workforce, wil

Highlights Warner Bros and Paramount are set to come under the same corporate ownership after Skydances takeover The deal reduces Hollywoods major studio landscape from five companies to four HBO Max and Paramount+ could eventually be combined into a single streaming service The merger could affect film production, theatrical releases, studio jobs and Hollywoods creative direction Skydance has committed to maintaining a significant number of theatrical releases each year Hollywood is entering a

Highlights Spanish journalist Franois Gallardo claims Liverpool have contacted Kylian Mbappe's mother and agent, Fayza Lamari, about a 2027 move He says Mbappe, 27, has decided to leave Real Madrid next summer, with a fee of 200m to 250m The claim rests on one journalist. Real Madrid are reported to have no plans to sell, and one outlet noted that no credible source has backed it up In a September interview, Mbappe said his mother wanted him to join Liverpool in 2017, and that he chose Paris Sai

Common Table Group has agreed to buy 57 former Whitbread restaurant sites and one Premier Inn hotel. The deal is expected to create around 700 jobs, with sites reopening from next month. Former Whitbread managers are supporting the new owner as it plans refurbishments and new menus. Former senior managers at Whitbread are helping bring 57 restaurants back to life after the Premier Inn owner shut its Beefeater and Brewers Fayre businesses as part of a major restructuring. British hospitality comp

Migrants charged up to 4,500 for fake gay asylum evidence Three arrested in Home Office raid in London More than 100 asylum claims under review Asylum fraud carries a maximum 10-year sentence MIGRANTS were charged up to 4,500 for fabricated evidence to support fake gay asylum claims, according to the Home Office, which has arrested three people after a raid on a suspected criminal network. The network is accused of selling staged photographs, fake letters and other documents to migrants pretendi

Highlights Simu Liu, 37, and Interscope Records executive Allison Hsu, 30, married in France over the weekend of October 3, TMZ reports Their engagement was announced on May 11, 2025, after a Paris proposal that included a video message from Taylor Swift Liu said earlier this year that good music was the one thing both of them insisted on for the wedding Liu returns as Shang-Chi in Avengers: Doomsday this December The wedding, as reported TMZ was first to report that Liu and Hsu were married in

Highlights: Liverpool have been offered free agent Dani Carvajal, the former Real Madrid right-back, according to TEAMtalk, with Manchester City and Fulham also given the chance to sign him. Carvajal, 34, left Real Madrid this summer after 13 years and 29 trophies, including six Champions League titles, but Liverpool haven't made any firm commitment to a deal. Liverpool's non-homegrown squad quota is already full for this season, meaning even if they wanted him, registering Carvajal before Janua

Highlights Chelsea have agreed a 16.3 million deal, plus 1.7 million in add-ons, to sign Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria. The 28-year-old replaces Marc Cucurella, who left Stamford Bridge for Real Madrid this summer after winning the World Cup with Spain. Chavarria didn't make his La Liga debut until he was 24, and was sent off on his European debut three years later. Chelsea have agreed a deal to sign Rayo Vallecano left-back Pep Chavarria for an initial 16.3 million, with a further 1.7

Highlights Matt Wood has emerged in fan discussions about who could play Wolverine in the MCUs next X-Men era. His height of around 5ft 7in is closer to the comic-book version of Logan than Hugh Jackmans. Marvel Studios has not confirmed Wood for the role or indicated that he is in talks to play Wolverine. As Marvel Studios moves towards its next major chapter, fans are already speculating about who could take over as Wolverine after Hugh Jackman. One unexpected name has entered those conversati