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Failings allowed Covid ‘to spread like wildfire’ in care homes, inquiry finds
An official inquiry found government failures allowed Covid to spread rapidly in care homes, with more than 43,000 recorded deaths between March 2020 and July 2022.
UK government’s obesity plan ‘doomed to fail’, MPs warn
A UK parliamentary committee warns the government’s obesity reduction plan will fail without stronger leadership from the prime minister and clearer strategic direction.
‘I get really upset when I visit’: the harsh reality of life in a high-security hospital in England
Rampton high-security hospital in Nottinghamshire holds patients deemed dangerous due to severe mental illness. Visitors describe the experience as emotionally traumatic, with strict security measures and limited information about care.
NI health: Hospital doctors to strike as pay dispute continues
Hospital doctors in Northern Ireland will stage two 24-hour strikes in November amid ongoing pay disputes, with the medical union warning of potential escalation.
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Procter & Gamble revenue misses estimates as volume stays unchanged
Procter & Gamble reported weaker-than-expected quarterly revenue as product volume remained flat, with shares declining roughly 3% following the earnings announcement.
YES Network, MSG Networks to exit Gotham app for DAZN streaming service
YES Network and MSG Networks are transitioning their streaming operations from the Gotham Sports app to DAZN, affecting coverage of Yankees, Knicks, Nets, Rangers, Islanders, Sabres, and Devils games.
Humana tops quarterly estimates, maintains profit outlook as medical costs stay in line
Humana reported second-quarter earnings that beat analyst expectations, with medical costs tracking in line with forecasts, though the company maintained its 2026 profit outlook unchanged.
Rolls-Royce hikes guidance as it benefits from both the defense boom and AI data center buildout
Rolls-Royce raised full-year profit and cash flow guidance after strong first-half results, benefiting from surging defense spending and AI data center demand across its businesses.
Jeep maker Stellantis swings to profit on rising demand in North America; shares fall 5%
Stellantis swung to quarterly profit on North American demand strength, posting 293 million euros in net income versus prior-year losses, though adjusted operating income fell short of analyst expectations.
Meta tanks nearly 9%, Microsoft jumps 9% as the AI trade splits Big Tech
Microsoft shares surged 9% after beating earnings expectations and reporting strong Azure growth, while Meta declined 9% on disappointing guidance and a 91% plunge in free cash flow.
‘Clicky Ponting’ scandal: Cricketer at centre of investigation suspended after cheating accusations with team conceding next match
A Saltburn Cricket Club player has been suspended amid allegations of using finger-clicking to deceive an opponent during a Division Two match, with the club conceding their next fixture pending investigation.
World Cup 2026: FIFA opens disciplinary proceedings against Argentina over several potential breaches including Falklands banner
FIFA opened disciplinary proceedings against Argentina for multiple potential breaches during the World Cup, including a Falklands banner displayed after their semi-final victory and misconduct following their final loss to Spain.
The Hundred: Trent Rockets hand Welsh Fire their first defeat of the season after Ben Duckett showing as Lhuan-dre Pretorius stars for London Spirit
Trent Rockets defeated Welsh Fire by chasing down 123 with 28 balls remaining, with Ben Duckett scoring an unbeaten 52. Lhuan-dre Pretorius hit 64 from 28 balls as London Spirit won their first match of the season.
Commonwealth Games: England dominate Tonga in must-win contest as quest for semi-final spot continues
England defeated Tonga 94-32 in a Commonwealth Games pool match, setting a new scoring record while maintaining their semi-final qualification hopes.
Ramsay-Peaty ends his Commonwealth Games with silver for England in medley relay
England finished runners-up to Australia in the men’s 4x100m medley relay at Glasgow 2026, with Adam Ramsay-Peaty securing a silver medal in the closing swimming event.
Jack Draper given wild card for National Bank Open in Montreal as he returns from injury ahead of US Open qualifying campaign
Jack Draper receives a wild card for the National Bank Open in Montreal as he continues his recovery from a left arm injury that has sidelined him for much of 2026.