Bosses told to act like the 'fun police' at boozy work parties after Labour's 'banter ban' comes into force

Daily Mail - Oct 30, 2026

The human rights watchdog will publish guidance reminding businesses about their new 'legal obligations' around work social events under Angela Rayner's worker's rights laws.

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Netanyahu's party ramps up claims Arab parties 'stole' the election and warns of 'Israel's Islamisation' after failing to win majority

Oct 30, 2026

Netanyahu's party ramps up claims Arab parties 'stole' the election and warns of 'Israel's Islamisation' after failing to win majority

The opposition accused Mr Netanyahu of demonising the Arab population after a historic showing by Arab-led parties in an attempt to delegitimise the election.

Speeding driver killed mum and two dogs days before Christmas

Oct 30, 2026

Speeding driver killed mum and two dogs days before Christmas

Marie Theobald, 48, was crossing the road with her Maltese dogs Riley and Honey when they were struck by Dantay Roche at around 5pm on December 22, 2023

Police close M61 motorway in Greater Manchester for hours as man rushed to hospital

Oct 30, 2026

Police close M61 motorway in Greater Manchester for hours as man rushed to hospital

Police sealed off one side of the motorway in Bolton and Salford

Moment hero passenger calls 999 after confronting train knifeman 'who asked "Do you want to die?"' and stabbed him is played to jury

Oct 30, 2026

Moment hero passenger calls 999 after confronting train knifeman 'who asked "Do you want to die?"' and stabbed him is played to jury

Stephen Crean offered assurance to fellow travellers on a train as Anthony Williams, 33, allegedly launched a 'rampage' on a service from Doncaster to London.

Pentagon warns European leaders to stop 'poking' Russia - as Putin warns he is 'prepared for war'

Oct 30, 2026

Pentagon warns European leaders to stop 'poking' Russia - as Putin warns he is 'prepared for war'

Nato countries have been asked to tone down their rhetoric on the Russian threat in recent weeks.

Moment hero worker tries to stop train knifeman with frying pan as he 'attempted to murder 10 passengers' is shown in court

Oct 30, 2026

Moment hero worker tries to stop train knifeman with frying pan as he 'attempted to murder 10 passengers' is shown in court

The chilling description came as jurors heard of the terror - and moments of astonishing bravery - on display as Anthony Williams, 33, marched through carriages on November 1 last year.

Bosses told to act like the 'fun police' at boozy work parties after Labour's 'banter ban' comes into force

Oct 30, 2026

Bosses told to act like the 'fun police' at boozy work parties after Labour's 'banter ban' comes into force

The human rights watchdog will publish guidance reminding businesses about their new 'legal obligations' around work social events under Angela Rayner's worker's rights laws.

Celebrity Traitors is thrown into chaos as James Acaster is BANISHED after revealing his true identity in show's biggest twist yet - leaving Maya Jama and King Kenny in the firing line ahead of the final

Oct 30, 2026

Celebrity Traitors is thrown into chaos as James Acaster is BANISHED after revealing his true identity in show's biggest twist yet - leaving Maya Jama and King Kenny in the firing line ahead of the final

He has emerged as the unlikely heartthrob of Celebrity Traitors, sailing through the competition largely unscathed. But James Acaster threw the series into chaos on Thursday night.

People with 'hidden' conditions like ADHD can now get massive discounts on train tickets under new disabled railcard rules - but critics slam giveaway for 'low-level' disorders

Oct 30, 2026

People with 'hidden' conditions like ADHD can now get massive discounts on train tickets under new disabled railcard rules - but critics slam giveaway for 'low-level' disorders

The Disabled Persons Railcard (DPRC) expanded its criteria to include neurodivergence on the eligibility list - but critics say taxpayers will be left paying for 'low level' disorders.

Russian crown jewel that's one of the most important gemstones linked with the country's last royal family is set to fetch up to £1.5m at auction

Oct 30, 2026

Russian crown jewel that's one of the most important gemstones linked with the country's last royal family is set to fetch up to £1.5m at auction

The Romanov Sapphire has a documented history that places it among the most important surviving gemstones associated with the Russian imperial court.

Alarming new details emerge about Sam Wood's alleged violent assault on wife Snezana in Noosa: Witness heard 'gasping and a voice becoming muffled' - as star is denied bail by Supreme Court

Oct 30, 2026

Alarming new details emerge about Sam Wood's alleged violent assault on wife Snezana in Noosa: Witness heard 'gasping and a voice becoming muffled' - as star is denied bail by Supreme Court

The court heard allegations of drug use, partying and increasingly frequent confrontations,

Women allegedly assaulted by Uber drivers urged to come forward as law firm investigates potential class action

Oct 30, 2026

Women allegedly assaulted by Uber drivers urged to come forward as law firm investigates potential class action

Slater and Gordon has launched a public call-out as it investigates whether the rideshare company's systems and policies adequately protect female passengers.

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