BOJ to hike in December, seek terminal rate of 2%, says ex-central bank top economist

Lloyds records biggest annual fall in UK house prices in three years

The average property value was £1,882 lower in October than in September, according to Lloyds’ index.

China’s Type 004, the world’s largest aircraft carrier, may be nuclear-powered; launch likely in 2027 | Details

China is reportedly accelerating construction of its fourth aircraft carrier, the nuclear-powered Type 004, which could be launched as early as 2027. The development is part of Beijing's wider ambition to build a nine-carrier fleet by 2035 and strengthen its naval reach.

India's Coforge joins SpaceX partner network to deploy Grok AI tools for enterprises

M&S Christmas advert 2026: James Norton stars as Santa Clause with a twist in festive jaunt

M&S has released its much-anticipated Christmas advert starring Happy Valley and Granchester actor James Norton, who makes his debut as Santa Clause

Myanmar to hold by-elections in April, including in areas where fighting persists

Myanmar will hold special elections next April in its first vote since this year's general election that critics said was designed to cement military rule

Ambulance crew attacked with fireworks while trying to reach injured man

Eisenkot Gets Arab Parties' Backing In Israel PM Race: Will Netanyahu Be Unseated?

Eisenkot received recommendations from 67 of the 120 members of the Knesset, Israel's parliament, during consultations with President Isaac Herzog on forming the next government.

BOJ to hike in December, seek terminal rate of 2%, says ex-central bank top economist

Spare us the excuses: LIV Golf was always about the money

The Saudi billions couldn’t buy LIV Golf a lasting future, but its collapse should serve as a warning to a sporting world increasingly willing to sell off its traditions, writes Lawrence Ostlere

Dolly Parton estate drops lawsuit against singer's nephew Bryan Seaver

Dolly Parton’s longtime manager has moved to drop a complaint that accused Seaver of threatening her estate and its employees

British Airways owner sees profits hit by soaring jet fuel costs

International Airlines Group (IAG) said pre-tax profits fell 12.9% to 1.63 billion euros (£1.33 billion) in the three months to September 30.

Malaysian ex-PM Najib leaves jail for house arrest after paying fine

Former Malaysian prime minister Najib Razak was seen leaving the Kajang Prison compound in a silver car.