Sports
Trail Blazers Beat Lakers in Battle of Unbeaten Teams
The Trail Blazers defeated the Lakers 136-129 on October 27, 2026.
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Entertainment, Business
Hello Kitty Maker Ends Link With Japanese Spy Drama
Sanrio, the Japanese company famous for Hello Kitty, has apologised over a problem with one of its products.
Business
Chipotle Shares Jump 7% After CEO's Sales Growth Forecast
Chipotle Mexican Grill's shares rose 7% after the company's CEO said that same-store sales growth will continue. Shares are units of ownership that investors can buy and sell.
Politics
Australia: Labor Criticised Over Tax Office Credit Card Ban; Man Cautioned for Alleged MP Stalking
Australian politics news today covers two different stories.
Sports
Dale Jr. Defends NASCAR Officials After Talladega Controversy
A NASCAR race at Talladega has caused a major controversy after its finish left many drivers angry and confused.
Sports
Manchester United Striker Sesko Out Until January
Manchester United striker Benjamin Sesko will be out of football for several months.
Business, Politics
Tax Thresholds Stay Frozen for Three More Years
The government has decided to keep tax thresholds frozen for three more years. These thresholds decide when people start paying tax on their income.
Sports
Chiefs Face Key Questions After Loss to Seahawks
The Kansas City Chiefs are facing several concerns after a loss to the Seattle Seahawks. Reports say the game showed clear flaws in the Chiefs' team.
Business, Politics
People on Different Incomes Share Their Budget Hopes
Ahead of this year's Budget, the BBC spoke to people with very different incomes about what changes they would like to see.
Sports
Rays Call on Pitcher Griffin Jax to Save Season in World Series Game 4
The Tampa Bay Rays faced the Milwaukee Brewers in Game 4 of the 2026 World Series on October 27.
Travel, Business
Luxury Cruise Ship Stops in Cambodia Because of Fuel Costs
The Villa Vie Odyssey, a luxury cruise ship, has suspended its voyage in Cambodia.
Sports
Brewers Take 3-0 World Series Lead Over Rays
The Milwaukee Brewers have taken a commanding 3-0 lead in the World Series after a rout of the Tampa Bay Rays in Game 3.
Politics
Bolsonaro Ally Says He Did Not Know of Senator's Plan to Flee Brazil
A former campaign manager for Brazilian senator Flavio Bolsonaro has denied knowing about any plan to flee the country.
Sports
Drone Stops Arsenal's Cup Match for Eight Minutes
Arsenal's match against Fleetwood Town in the last-16 of the Carabao Cup was interrupted after a drone was seen flying above the stadium.
Entertainment, Sports
Derek Jeter Shares Sweaty 'Dad Moment' Photo at the Zoo
Derek Jeter, a retired New York Yankees baseball star, recently shared a photo that made fans laugh.
Sports
Fleetwood Town Face Arsenal in League Cup
Fleetwood Town are hosting Arsenal in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup, also known as the League Cup. The match is being shown as a live broadcast.
Politics
Trump and Vance Target Michigan Candidate Before Midterms
President Trump and Vice President Vance have increased their attacks on Abdul El-Sayed, a candidate running for the Senate in Michigan. The Senate is part of the US government that makes laws.
Politics, Business
Iranian and Qatari Leaders Meet at Russian Energy Forum
Leaders from Iran and Qatar have met at a Russian energy forum, according to a brief report from Al Jazeera. The report gives few details about the event.
Sports
Kyle Larson Wins Controversial NASCAR Race at Talladega
Kyle Larson has earned his first NASCAR Cup Series win at Talladega Superspeedway. The race ended with a dramatic last-lap scramble, as several drivers fought for the win.
Nature, Politics
Scotland's Recycling Rate Drops to Five-Year Low
Scotland's household recycling rate has fallen to its lowest level in five years, according to new data.
