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The 2026 Pride of Britain Awards brought a host of television and entertainment figures to London’s Grosvenor House Hotel on Monday night, while recognising people celebrated for bravery, charity work and extraordinary personal achievement. Carol Vorderman led the arrivals in a glittering black, off-the-shoulder gown, unveiling a darker hair colour as she returned to host the ceremony alongside Diversity star Ashley Banjo. The annual event celebrates everyday heroes, with this year’s winners chosen by the Pride of Britain judging panel from a shortlist created following public nominations. Among the high-profile guests, Olivia Attwood wore a silk red-and-black halterneck dress, while…

A sudden speed cap on satellite-connected equipment in Ukraine has disrupted drones used to intercept Russian attack aircraft, triggering a dispute over whether the restriction was imposed by SpaceX, the US military or the White House. Ukrainian military users began reporting overnight between October 13 and 14 that terminals travelling faster than 100mph (160km/h) were losing their connection. Some units said the service dropped at lower speeds, including between 110km/h and 120km/h, while one Ukrainian activist claimed disruptions had occurred at speeds as low as 60km/h to 70km/h. Serhii “Flash” Beskrestnov, a defence technology adviser to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, said…

Cardi B has delivered a high-energy Tiny Desk performance, performing eight of her biggest songs in a set lasting less than 20 minutes. The rapper included “Up” and “Bodak Yellow” before ending with “I Like It”, her chart-topping collaboration. The performance was filmed for NPR’s Tiny Desk series. Cardi performed in black leather trousers and a blazer, taking centre stage as a full band played in the compact setting. The musicians included bass, piano, guitar, drums, saxophone and trumpet, alongside backing vocalists. Despite the size of the space, the arrangement gave the performance a broad live sound, while Cardi remained…

Tottenham are reportedly weighing a January move for Benfica striker Vangelis Pavlidis as manager Roberto De Zerbi looks to strengthen his attack. The Greek international has emerged as a priority target following a disappointing start to the campaign, with Spurs seeking greater consistency in front of goal. Tottenham target Vangelis Pavlidis after prolific Benfica form Pavlidis, 27, has established himself as one of Benfica’s most productive forwards. He scored 30 goals and supplied six assists last season, and has continued that form this term. The striker has registered 15 goals and four assists in 15 appearances across all competitions this…

An 18-year-old accused of planning an ISIS-inspired mass shooting at the Mall of America has been ordered to remain in custody as the federal case against him proceeds. Sheikhdoon Abdullahi Mohamud, of Richfield, Minnesota, appeared before Magistrate Judge Dulce Foster in Minneapolis on Monday, following his arrest by the FBI on October 6. He faces one federal charge of knowingly receiving a firearm and ammunition for use in committing a federal crime of terrorism. Judge Foster found probable cause for the case to continue and ruled that Mohamud posed a flight risk and a danger to the community. Alleged Mall…

Cristiano Ronaldo has been fined and banned after walking out of the Portugal team camp following a row with coach Jorge Jesus. The Portugal superstar left the camp after the disagreement with Jesus, prompting the disciplinary action. No further details of the fine or ban were provided.

An ex-OpenAI engineer accused of planting a recording device in a company conference room allegedly received substantial support from the Saudi government, US prosecutors have told a federal court. Prosecutors say Abdulrahman Alfozan, 35, was in frequent contact with an unnamed member of the Saudi royal family. They also allege that a Saudi military official paid for a one-way flight for Alfozan’s wife and young son to return to Saudi Arabia after his arrest. The claims were made in a detention memo arguing that Alfozan should remain in US custody until trial because he poses a flight risk. The Saudi…

Brazil’s government has said a budget reshuffle worth 4 billion dollars will be needed in 2027 to fund measures proposed by President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The planned reallocation would be required to accommodate Lula’s measures within the 2027 budget, according to the government.

Model Sahara Ray became a mother to a baby girl just months before her death at the age of 34, with her final Instagram post paying tribute to her daughter, Snow. Ray shared photographs of the child on 19 July, writing: “My whole heart 🤍 baby Snow.” The post was the last entry on her Instagram grid. She had earlier documented her pregnancy online. In a post on 25 January, Ray said she was being induced that night and showed her growing baby bump. Ray said she had been pregnant since May 2025 and welcomed her daughter shortly afterwards. She…

Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are monitoring Barcelona defender Gerard Martin, with several European clubs considering whether to pursue the versatile 24-year-old in an upcoming transfer window. Fussball News reports that Bayern Munich, Inter Milan and Chelsea are also tracking Martin, who has earned greater responsibility at Barcelona through his performances under head coach Hansi Flick. Liverpool and Tottenham assess Gerard Martin Martin’s ability to operate at left-back or centre-back has increased his appeal to clubs seeking defensive depth. His composure in possession and defensive awareness have also made him a useful member of Barcelona’s squad. Liverpool are assessing options to…