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A 26-year-old Bradford woman has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after causing the death of her 20-year-old passenger in a high-speed crash on the M62. Humaira Batool reached speeds of up to 143mph in a hired Lamborghini Urus before losing control in wet conditions, killing Mohammed Shaan Hussain.

Residents near Queen's Park station in West London say their homes are developing serious cracks and suffering subsidence following HS2 tunnelling work. Emergency scaffolding has been installed at one property, with some residents relocated. HS2 says ground movement from tunnelling has been small and that unusually dry weather may be contributing to the damage.

A 51-year-old man has suffered potentially life-changing injuries following a serious assault on a bus in Uxbridge, West London. Police are investigating the incident, which happened on Belmont Road on Monday afternoon, and are appealing for witnesses.

A man and woman, both aged 68, have been charged following an investigation into historical child sexual abuse in Bradford. The allegations relate to offences involving a 14-year-old girl in the Thorpe Edge area during the late 1970s.

A 36-year-old man has been found guilty of raping a woman in the Hyde Park area of Leeds. Uvesh Vahora was convicted following a trial at Leeds Crown Court and has been remanded in custody ahead of sentencing on 11 November.

New research from the This Girl Can campaign reveals that 54 per cent of women in London feel unsafe exercising outdoors alone after dark. Concerns about harassment and intimidation are forcing many women to change their fitness routines, with a London running club planning additional group sessions to help women exercise safely during winter.

A 40-year-old woman has been left with life-threatening injuries following a stabbing in Buttershaw, Bradford. A 42-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and possession of an offensive weapon as police investigate two linked scenes.

A Bradford woman convicted of causing her friend's death in a 140mph Lamborghini crash on the M62 has been arrested at hospital after failing to attend her sentencing hearing. Humaira Batool, 26, has been remanded in custody and is due to be sentenced today (3 November).

Six men with connections to London feature on the National Crime Agency's most wanted list, including suspects linked to major drug trafficking investigations, alleged holiday fraud and money laundering. The NCA is appealing for information to help locate those wanted in connection with the investigations.

Motorists in Milton Keynes face approximately six months of road closures and diversions as Monkston Roundabout undergoes a major transformation into a traffic-light-controlled 'hamburger' junction. Main construction is scheduled to begin on 11 January 2027, with the council aiming to improve traffic flow and accommodate future growth.

Bradford's iconic Alhambra Theatre is set to undergo major external painting and repair works starting in mid-November. The £-unspecified improvement programme will take approximately 12 to 16 weeks, with scaffolding installed around the building. Bradford Council has confirmed that all performances will continue as planned, with no disruption to audiences.

West Yorkshire Police have dismantled a major drugs network responsible for distributing 4.5 tonnes of cocaine worth more than £450 million. The operation involved drugs concealed in shipments of cheese, with distribution hubs in Huddersfield, Cleckheaton, Halifax and Blackburn. Prison sentences totalling more than 220 years have been handed down.

Bollywood legend Amitabh Bachchan has surprised fans by greeting them from behind a bulletproof glass enclosure outside his Mumbai home. The unusual security precaution comes amid growing concerns about threats and attacks involving Bollywood celebrities.

Shah Rukh Khan has celebrated his 61st birthday by releasing Tu Mil Jaaye, the first song from his upcoming film King. Featuring Deepika Padukone, the romantic track brings together Arijit Singh, Madhubanti Bagchi and international superstar Ed Sheeran.

Bollywood actress Kangana Ranaut is set to star in a new Hindi horror film titled Scary Picture. The project was announced by actor and producer Rana Daggubati at HorrorCon India 2026 and will be directed by Telugu filmmaker Ravi Babu.

Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has generated fresh excitement after a new poster revealed his look for the upcoming action film King. Directed by Siddharth Anand, the highly anticipated movie is currently scheduled for release on 24 December 2026.

Bollywood classic Mohra, starring Akshay Kumar, Suniel Shetty and Raveena Tandon, is returning to cinemas in a newly remastered 4K version on 6 November 2026, more than three decades after its original release.

Yash Raj Films has announced Beparwah, a new romantic action drama starring Ahaan Panday and Sharvari Wagh. Directed by Ali Abbas Zafar, the film brings the two actors together on screen for the first time, with an official first-look poster now revealed.

Bollywood star Ranbir Kapoor has opened up about the responsibility of portraying Lord Ram in the upcoming film Ramayana. The actor admitted feeling fearful when first approached for the role, describing the experience as an opportunity for personal growth.

Tara Sutaria has been confirmed as the female lead opposite Aditya Roy Kapur in an upcoming musical romance directed by Milap Milan Zaveri. Produced by Bhushan Kumar, the untitled film promises an intense love story combining romance, music and drama.

Trump restrained or Trump rampant? That is the question for the world now as it looks on at his humiliation in the midterms.

A goalkeeper involved in an on-field collision with a Spanish footballer who died says he is "going through the most difficult ‌days of his life".

Russian strikes on an aid hub killed at least 40 people - making it one of Russia's deadliest attacks on Ukrainian civilians since the full-scale invasion began, officials said.

Blood bank sites in France are the latest to be hit by cyber attackers.

Spain's transport minister has said he will step down after two deadly train crashes in less than a year.

Bradford City midfielder Alex Pattison has completed a permanent transfer to League Two side Walsall after two and a half seasons at Valley Parade.

Tributes have been paid to British celebrity hairstylist and beauty brand entrepreneur John Frieda who has died aged 75.

Selma Blair has spoken publicly for the first time since she was charged with assault following an incident on a plane earlier this month.

Police have closed the investigation into Hayden Panettiere's death after a post-mortem found she died accidentally.

Star Trek and X-Men actor Sir Patrick Stewart has died after a "brief and poignant journey" with Alzheimer's and dementia.

Meghan Markle has said she "can't wait" to join as a host for the upcoming series of Junior MasterChef Australia.