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Highlights All nine Akatsuki members from Naruto are getting individual poster designs. The exclusive artwork will be available through the Akatsuki Festival in Japan from December 12, 2026. Fans must complete four activities and solve a final puzzle to receive one poster at random. Naruto is bringing the Akatsuki back into the spotlight with a new collection of official posters featuring all nine members of the notorious organisation. The artwork will be available as part of the Akatsuki Festiv

Highlights Avril Lavigne, 42, announced on Instagram on Friday 13 November that she has welcomed her first child, a baby girl Her caption said Princess has arrived, and included an expletive in the original The post included a picture of her holding the baby's hand, a photo of her cradling her daughter and an image of three black-and-white checkered Vans She has not revealed the baby's name, her birth date or the father Avril Lavigne has become a mother. The Canadian singer, 42, announced on Fri

Metro Bank has invited potential buyers to consider a takeover, although it says no active negotiations are under way Majority shareholder Jaime Gilinski Bacal could make an estimated 427m paper gain on his investment The lender has returned to profitability after cutting costs, reducing its workforce and shifting towards specialist lending Metro Bank is looking for a buyer three years after a 925m rescue deal, opening the possibility of a lucrative exit for Colombian billionaire Jaime Gilinski

Highlights Friday the 13th has long been associated with bad luck, although its origins remain unclear. Norse mythology, Christian tradition and historical events are among the stories linked to the superstition. The fear of the date has two clinical names, while the next Friday the 13th after November 2026 will fall in August 2027. Friday the 13th has a reputation for being unlucky, with some people avoiding travel, delaying important decisions or taking extra precautions whenever the date appe

Highlights: The Japanese sequel has beaten several major Hollywood releases at the North American box office. Its $31.6 million opening weekend set a record for a live action foreign-language film. The film has already earned around $63 million worldwide. Godzilla Minus Zero has emerged as one of the biggest theatrical releases of the year, outperforming several Hollywood releases and setting a record in North America. The Takashi Yamazaki directed film opened with an estimated $31.6 million in

Huang's departure follows reports of two extramarital relationships and allegations involving a suspected Chinese intelligence operation Chief financial officer Colette Kress will serve as interim CEO while the board searches for a permanent successor The leadership change comes as Nvidia faces growing scrutiny over its business links to China and national security concerns Jensen Huang's departure from Nvidia marks the end of one of the longest and most consequential leadership tenures in the t

Highlights Shah Rukh Khan reflected on his childhood and explained why owning a home holds special meaning for him. The actor spoke about buying Mannat and his desire to own homes in different cities. He shared his thoughts at the launch of Shahrukhz Residences by Danube in Dubai. Shah Rukh Khan has opened up about his emotional connection to owning a home, revealing that his childhood experiences shaped his desire to have a place of his own. The actor was speaking at the launch of Shahrukhz Res

Highlights Chris Evans, Chris Hemsworth and few X-Men stars are returning. Doctor Doom's appearance and the Sentinel army have raised questions about his plans. A surprise VisionQuest reveal has fuelled speculation about Scarlet Witch's comeback. While Marvel Studios has kept much of the storyline under wraps, its character teasers, promotional footage and recent television developments have offered several clues about what could unfold. Here are 10 hints that could be important before the film

Highlights Manchester United sacked head coach Michael Carrick on Thursday 12 November, with the club in the Premier League relegation zone after one win in 10 league games He led United to third place and the Champions League as interim head coach last season, winning 12 of 17 games, then signed a two-year deal in May Mauricio Pochettino, head coach of the United States, has reportedly agreed verbally to take over, with a release clause of about 7 million Carrick is the seventh United manager t

Highlights Lucy Beaumont says she fears she may never work in television again after identifying herself as a whistleblower in the allegations involving David Walliams. The comedian said she approached The Guardian and ITV News after hearing claims about young girls being taken to the actor's dressing room. Walliams has denied all allegations of sexual misconduct, including claims involving women who say they were 15 at the time. Comedian Lucy Beaumont has said she fears her television career co

Direct supplies of glass drinks containers to hospitality venues will be exempt from EPR fees from April 2027 A pub selling 10,000 beer bottles and 3,700 wine bottles could generate estimated annual savings of up to 870 Further reforms could reduce packaging fees for easily recyclable materials such as glass and paper Pubs, restaurants and drinks businesses in Britain are set to receive some relief from packaging costs after the government announced changes to rules that have led to businesses b

Highlights Romesh Ranganathan has responded to criticism after donating half of his Celebrity Traitors prize money to the Refugee Council. The comedian and co-winner Sebastian Bash Croft each donated their 41,500 winnings to refugee organisations. Ranganathan said the backlash had helped galvanise support for their decision. Romesh Ranganathan has addressed the criticism he received after donating his Celebrity Traitors prize money to a refugee charity, saying he was frustrated by the rhetoric s

Highlights Judi Dench has revealed that Daniel Craig reportedly suggested killing off her character, M, in Skyfall . The actress shared the detail in her new memoir, Is It Too Late to Make a Run for It? Craig had also pushed for James Bond to die at the end of No Time to Die . Dame Judi Dench has revealed that Daniel Craig was behind the decision to kill off her character, M, in the James Bond film Skyfall. The actress, who played the head of MI6 across eight Bond films, shared the revelation in

Highlights Jessica Alba, 45, has deleted an Instagram post showing her dressed as Nancy Kerrigan with a faux-bloodied bandage on her knee, beside a friend dressed as Tonya Harding The costumes were worn to a Hockey Horror Halloween party in Los Angeles on Saturday 31 October, and the post went up the next day Commenters split between those who called it harmless creativity and those who asked why anyone would revisit a raumatic moment It came days after Harding, 55, announced a public skating s

The outer packaging fails to declare wheat (gluten) contained in the Monster Munch Giants Roast Beef packs inside. The recall covers 655g sharing boxes with batch code 107543 and two specified best-before dates. People with a wheat or gluten allergy or intolerance, or coeliac disease, have been advised not to eat the affected product. PepsiCo has issued a fresh warning to Walkers shoppers after a packaging error left important allergen information off selected Variety Snacks Sharing Boxes. The r

Highlights I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! is reported to return to ITV on Monday 16 November, with 12 campmates led by Wayne Rooney The cast includes a Coronation Street actor, a Victoria's Secret model, a Gavin & Stacey star and Paralympian Ade Adepitan, reported to be the first contestant to use a wheelchair ITV has not confirmed the line-up or the start date, and usually announces its cast in launch week Ant and Dec return as hosts I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here! is set to retu

Highlights The Aurora Borealis dazzled parts of the UK on Halloween night. Scotland and Northern Ireland were among the areas witnessing the colorful skies. Another chance of sightings could come on November 5. Skywatchers await another dazzling display The Northern Lights could make another appearance over parts of the UK this week, giving stargazers another chance to witness one of nature's most striking displays. The Aurora Borealis lit up skies across Scotland, Northern Ireland and other par

Connells estimates that around 100,000 fewer property transactions have taken place since the start of 2026 as buyers delay moving. Monthly repayments on a typical property with a 75 per cent loan-to-value mortgage have risen from 1,115 to 1,224 in a year. A further 2.3 million households are expected to come off fixed-rate mortgage deals in 2027, adding to pressure on household finances. Britain's housing market is losing momentum as rising mortgage costs force thousands of prospective buyers t

Bank of England expected to raise rates from 3.75 per cent to 4 per cent It would be the first rise since August 2023 Inflation hit 3.5 per cent in September, above the Banks forecast Markets are betting on several more rises in 2027 THE BANK OF ENGLAND is expected to raise interest rates on Thursday for the first time since August 2023, as soaring energy costs push up inflation. Economists polled by Reuters expect Bank Rate to rise from 3.75 per cent to 4 per cent. But the Bank may push back ag

National Grid has agreed to purchase 29.5 hectares of land at Dorman Point, Teesside, for a major new electricity substation. The infrastructure could supply power to a neighbouring datacentre spanning nearly 500,000 square metres. The proposed development has attracted interest from US technology companies as Britain seeks to strengthen its domestic AI computing capacity. National Grid has taken a significant step towards building what is expected to be Britain's largest electricity substation,

Ryanair expects its fuel bill to rise by around 2bn in the financial year ending March 2028 if current prices persist. The airline is considering temporary pay freezes, lower crewing ratios and greater use of artificial intelligence to control costs. Chief executive Michael OLeary expects European air fares to rise by double-digit percentages next year as fuel costs increase. Ryanair is considering temporary pay freezes for staff as it prepares for a potential 2bn increase in fuel costs, with th

King Charles to address slavery with unflinching honesty at Commonwealth summit Andy Burnham says he is open to a formal UK apology Burnham rules out paying reparations Kemi Badenoch says there is no need for an apology KING CHARLES will confront the most shameful aspects of Britains past with unflinching honesty when he addresses Commonwealth leaders on Tuesday, Buckingham Palace said, as prime minister Andy Burnham signalled he was open to a formal apology for slavery. You may therefore expect

Highlights Keerthy Suresh and Radhika Apte lead Netflix's five-episode crime drama set in a fictional south Indian region ruled by an 800-year-old sisterhood. The series explores whether women in positions of absolute power can avoid reproducing the oppressive systems traditionally associated with patriarchy. Strong performances, sharp dialogue and stylised storytelling make Akka engaging, although its political ideas are not always fully explored. What happens when women take control of a world

AstraZeneca expects its restructuring programme to generate $1.5bn in annualised savings by 2029, with most of the money reinvested in research and development. The plan could incur up to $2bn in one-off restructuring costs, although the company expects its overall workforce to continue growing. Third-quarter revenue rose 7 per cent to $16.21bn, while oncology sales increased 17 per cent to $7.77bn. AstraZeneca has unveiled plans to generate around $1.5bn in annual savings through a three-year r

The new system covers Universal Credit, Pension Credit and Employment and Support Allowance. The DWP estimates that fraud and error involving undeclared savings and time spent abroad cost 1.5bn in 2025-26. The eligibility verification measure is expected to generate 1.2bn in savings by 2030-31. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued its first Eligibility Verification Notice, requiring banks and other financial institutions to check information relating to certain benefit-receiving

Tata Motors has secured an 89.42 per cent stake in Iveco following the initial settlement of its 3.43bn cash tender offer. Iveco employs around 33,000 people and operates 16 industrial sites and 22 research and development centres. The tender offer will reopen from November 2 to November 6, giving remaining shareholders another opportunity to sell their shares. Tata Motors has taken control of Italian commercial vehicle manufacturer Iveco after acquiring an 89.42 per cent stake for nearly 3.43bn

Highlights Bhansali Productions tagged Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in a Karwa Chauth social media post. The unexpected pairing prompted criticism and questions from Reddit users. The post drew attention because of the actors past relationship. Bhansali Productions has sparked an online backlash after tagging Salman Khan and Aishwarya Rai Bachchan together in a social media post marking Karwa Chauth. The post caught the attention of fans because of the actors past relationship. Their n

Annual house price growth fell to 0.5 per cent in October, its weakest pace since January 2024 The average UK property price stood at 273,566, unchanged from September Average five-year fixed mortgage rates reached 5.99 per cent as markets anticipated a possible interest rate increase UK house price growth slowed to its weakest level in more than two years in October as rising mortgage costs and expectations of higher interest rates put pressure on the property market. Annual property price grow

Diwali Story: The Journey of Ram A Musical proved to be a rising crescendo of joy, jealousy, loyalty, pain, suffering, fierce battle and the ultimate triumph of Good over Evil. With inspirational music, graceful movements, stupendous acting underpinned by brilliant choreography and costume design, a plethora of stars studded the night with their grace and charm in a retelling of the epic Ramayan, winning over the audience with their passion and performance. The show produced by Nitin Palan and

Highlights Priyanka Chopra Jonas joins Oscar-qualified Indian short film We Were Here as executive producer. The film follows three retired men who stage an unusual protest against AI taking over human jobs. We Were Here has screened at over 80 festivals and won more than 20 awards. Priyanka Chopra Jonas is throwing all her support behind an Indian short film that tackles one of the biggest concerns of the time through an unexpectedly comic premise. The actress has joined We Were Here , written

Highlights Muhammed Riswan, Bhavitha Mandava and Pooja Tripathi are among the 25 global winners of Instagram's Rings Awards 2026. The three south Asian talents represent different creative fields, including freestyle football, international fashion and comedy. The annual awards recognise originality, creative risk-taking and cultural impact rather than follower numbers alone. South Asian creators are gaining international recognition across fashion, sport and entertainment, with three talents ma

Yorkshire Water was given a one-star rating by the Environment Agency, its lowest possible assessment The company recorded 335 pollution incidents in 2025, including 13 classified as serious Shaw's departure follows criticism over 1.3m in shareholder-funded payments made between 2023 and 2025 Yorkshire Water chief executive Nicola Shaw is to step down in January, just a day after the company received the lowest possible environmental rating from the Environment Agency (EA). Shaw, who has led the

Highlights Sonam Kapoor, Shilpa Shetty and Mira Rajput brought festive glamour to Anil Kapoors home for Karwa Chauth. The gathering showcased everything from richly embroidered traditional outfits to elegant sarees and colourful salwar suits. Bhawana Panday, Maheep Kapoor and Neelam Kothari also joined the celebrations in coordinated festive looks. Bollywood's Karwa Chauth celebrations brought together some of the industry's best-known faces, with Anil Kapoor and Sunita Kapoor's home becoming a

Blockchain intelligence firm TRM Labs estimates that around $6.36bn (4.7bn) was moved from Binance wallets The suspected North Korean hacking unit TraderTraitor has been linked to the attack Around $2.7bn in assets has been frozen, while Binance has pledged to cover customer losses The world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, Binance, is facing the fallout from a reported $6.36bn (4.7bn) security breach, in what could become the biggest cryptocurrency theft on record. Blockchain intelligence fir

Highlights Australian Hyrox athlete Joanna Wietrzyk, 24, has told the BBC she put other people at risk by finishing the Beijing race after soiling herself, but that the online backlash was raumatic She says she had a bacterial infection from food poisoning, and felt eally, really good before the race Hyrox has since changed its rulebook so that race directors can remove athletes if blood, vomit, urine or faeces pose a welfare or contamination risk She returns to racing in Hamburg on Friday, in

HMRC has identified more than 200 billionaires with a UK tax footprint for dedicated compliance management The authority estimates the wealthy tax gap reached 3.6bn in 2024-25 New technology, including artificial intelligence, will help identify potential tax risks earlier The UK tax authority is assigning dedicated customer compliance managers to more than 200 billionaires as part of a drive to collect at least 500 million in additional revenue from wealthy taxpayers. HM Revenue and Customs (HM

Highlights Ranbir Kapoor has recalled proposing to Alia Bhatt during a trip to Kenyas Masai Mara. The actor arranged for his guide to stop in the jungle so he could get down on one knee with a ring. Ranbir shared the story during an appearance on Kaun Banega Crorepati 18 with his Ramayana co-stars. Ranbir Kapoor has opened up about one of the most memorable moments of his relationship with Alia Bhatt, revealing how he planned his marriage proposal in the Masai Mara. The actor shared the story in

Mondelz has filed a claim in Londons High Court alleging trademark infringement and passing off over the Obar chocolate design. Catherines Originals founder Catherine Dodd says the company stands behind its product and intends to defend its identity. The dispute echoes a 2017 legal row involving Poundlands Twin Peaks chocolate bar, which returned to sale after changes to its design. The owner of Toblerone has launched legal action against a small British vegan chocolate business, alleging that i

Highlights Adam Brody and Kristen Bell return as Noah and Joanne, who begin living together in the third season. Their relationship loses some of its early romantic spark as they settle into domestic life. Timothy Simons and Justine Lupe bring fresh energy as Sasha and Morgan, whose growing connection could become the shows next big romance. Netflixs Nobody Wants This returns for a third season, with Adam Brody and Kristen Bells Noah and Joanne taking the next step in their relationship. But as

Highlights More than 4,500 jewellery pieces were created for the first part of Ramayana . Tribe Amrapali spent over 18 months researching and designing jewellery for the epic. Ayodhya, Mithila and Lanka each have distinct styles inspired by their identities and characters. The world of Ramayana is being shaped not only by its grand sets and costumes but also by the intricate jewellery worn by its characters. For Nitesh Tiwaris two-part cinematic adaptation, jewellery brand Tribe Amrapali has cre

Highlights Taylor Swift, Sabrina Carpenter and Gemma Chan were among the stars making a statement at the Academy Museum Gala. Naomi Ackies custom Balenciaga gown featured a voluminous silhouette, sweeping train and pockets. Colman Domingo, Inde Navarrette and Cailee Spaeny brought distinctive designs to the red carpet. The Academy Museum Gala brought together some of Hollywoods biggest names for an evening of cinema, fashion and celebration in Los Angeles on Saturday (October 17). From Taylor Sw

Crypto vault deposits have climbed from $4bn to more than $10bn, according to Blockworks data cited by the Financial Times. Vaults typically offer returns of 3 to 10 per cent, with riskier strategies promising 20 per cent or more. Regulators in the US and Europe are examining whether parts of the sector should face financial rules. Crypto vaults have attracted more than $10bn in deposits as investors chase returns of up to 20 per cent, but analysts warn that the strategies can expose them to rap

Highlights Davina McCall, 59, has revealed on her Begin Again podcast that she has cardiovascular disease, after a benign brain tumour in 2024 and breast cancer in 2025 She said she had been told her cholesterol was high for quite a long time before the diagnosis She received an all-clear from breast cancer in April The British Heart Foundation says coronary heart disease kills twice as many UK women as breast cancer, and that South Asian people are almost twice as likely to develop it as White

Highlights Selena Gomez says heavy nicotine vaping has changed her voice and urges fans not to take up the habit. The singer and actor has stopped vaping and hopes to remain nicotine-free. Gomez has previously spoken about throat swelling and her long-term health challenges. Selena Gomez has warned fans against vaping after revealing that she believes the habit has changed her voice. The 34-year-old singer and actor shared the update in an Instagram post on Sunday, explaining that she had been v

Bus passengers could face fines of up to 100 for loud music and other offences under new local authority powers. A national rail campaign will ask passengers to share the carriage, not the noise. Transport campaigners have welcomed the crackdown but questioned whether authorities will have the resources to enforce it. Passengers who play loud music on buses in England could face fines of up to 100 under a government crackdown on antisocial behaviour across public transport. The measures target d

Highlights Three suspects have been arrested in Rajasthan over the firing at Tiger Shroffs car in Mumbai. A social media post claiming responsibility for the attack warned that people working with Salman Khan could be targeted. A separate audio message reportedly threatened Khan and his family, with police investigating the claims and the alleged gang connection. Three men suspected of opening fire at Tiger Shroff s car in Mumbai have been arrested in Rajasthan, following an attack that has rais

Hundreds protest in Parliament Square against Indias election chief YouTuber Dhruv Rathee addresses rally in Hindi Smaller group of Modi supporters stages counter-protest Police keep rival groups apart as chants grow heated HUNDREDS of people gathered at Mahatma Gandhis statue in Parliament Square on Saturday to protest against Indias chief election commissioner Gyanesh Kumar and the revision of the countrys voter lists, as a smaller group of Narendra Modi supporters staged a rival rally nearby.

Highlights Veteran Tamil composer Deva has died in Chennai at the age of 75. Known as Thenisai Thendral, he helped bring Chennais gaana music into mainstream Tamil cinema. From Rajinikanths Baashha to Ajith Kumars Aasai , his compositions shaped the sound of Tamil cinema across generations. Veteran Tamil film composer and singer Deva has died at the age of 75, leaving behind a musical legacy spanning nearly four decades and more than 400 films. Born Devanesan Chokkalingam, Deva became one of Tam

Highlights Rajinikanths Jailer 2 has received enthusiastic early reactions from audiences on X. Hrithik Roshans cameo has emerged as one of the films talking points. While viewers praised the action, humour and fan-favourite moments, some felt the second half became repetitive. Rajinikanth has returned to the big screen with Jailer 2 , and early audience reactions suggest the superstars latest outing has delivered plenty of entertainment for his fans. Directed by Nelson Dilipkumar, the sequel to

Highlights Steven Gerrard says Manchester City have to be stripped after being found guilty of 114 of 115 Premier League charges, but that players should not give medals back Only three league titles (2012, 2014 and 2018) fall inside the 2009-2018 period the charges cover Jamie Carragher wants City's titles taken off their list, Roy Keane says he would bin his medals, and Vincent Kompany says he is eally proud of his City years A BBC Sport analysis estimates rival clubs may have lost around 800