Strictly stars, Hollywood actors and comedy legends heading to Kent’s biggest arts festival

Revealed: Delayed roundabout revamp £13.7m over budget

A major road upgrade that ran two years behind schedule and caused huge disruption went more than £13 million over budget, it can be revealed.

Rules on wet wipes are changing, but the flushing rules aren’t

370 million wet wipes are being flushed away in Kent each year - beat the blockages with Southern Water’s Bin 4 the Win campaign.

Shining a light on families, charities and some truly extraordinary people from across Kent

Wards Children’s Awards 2026: An event dedicated to courage, care and community.

Strictly stars, Hollywood actors and comedy legends heading to Kent’s biggest arts festival

The county’s leading arts festivals is returning this month with more than 130 events, shows and family-friendly entertainment.

The seasons may be changing, but these healthy habits are worth keeping all year

Staying hydrated, keeping a steady sleep routine - simple steps for a healthier you all year round.

Amitabh Bachchan receives birthday wishes from daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan along with an unseen picture of him with granddaughter Aaradhya Bachchan

Aishwarya Rai wishes Amitabh Bachchan: Amitabh Bachchan turned 84 on October 11. Daughter-in-law Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wished him on Instagram with an unseen picture of him with granddaughter Aaradhya Bachchan. He also met scores of fans outside his residence and thanked well wishers on his blog.

Oman tanker attack: Union seeks 'urgent status update' on two Indian seafarers missing after drone strike

Two Indian seafarers, Bir Bahadur Yadav and Amit Singh, are missing following a recent drone attack. The drone strike on MT Petro Dolphin occurred on October 11 while it was anchored near Oman. The Forward Seamen's Union of India urged authorities for updates and protection of merchant sailors in the region. The Indian Embassy in Oman is actively monitoring the situation and coordinating with relevant authorities.

Oman tanker attack: Union seeks 'urgent status update' on two Indian seafarers missing after drone strike

Two Indian seafarers, Bir Bahadur Yadav and Amit Singh, are missing following a recent drone attack. The drone strike on MT Petro Dolphin occurred on October 11 while it was anchored near Oman. The Forward Seamen's Union of India urged authorities for updates and protection of merchant sailors in the region. The Indian Embassy in Oman is actively monitoring the situation and coordinating with relevant authorities.

INDIA bloc protest march today: Delhi tightens security, 6 metro stations shut till 4 pm

INDIA bloc Delhi protest: High security measures are implemented in Central Delhi for the forthcoming protest march by the INDIA bloc. The march is aimed at addressing alleged electoral irregularities and the demand for the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner. Various opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, have appealed to citizens to participate in the agitation. Security personnel are strategically deployed and certain metro stations will remain closed during the protest.

INDIA bloc protest march today: Delhi tightens security, 6 metro stations shut till 4 pm

INDIA bloc Delhi protest: High security measures are implemented in Central Delhi for the forthcoming protest march by the INDIA bloc. The march is aimed at addressing alleged electoral irregularities and the demand for the resignation of the Chief Election Commissioner. Various opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, have appealed to citizens to participate in the agitation. Security personnel are strategically deployed and certain metro stations will remain closed during the protest.

FIR registered over alleged AAP protest near Gurudwara Bangla Sahib, police probe underway

Delhi Police registered an FIR after a complaint by the Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee. The complaint accuses AAP leaders, including Arvind Kejriwal, of disrupting events at Gurudwara Bangla Sahib. DSGMC President Harmeet Singh Kalka expressed concern over AAP workers posing as protesters near the gurudwara. Kalka condemned the presence of police personnel in uniform at the religious site.

Heightened security restrictions in Delhi remain, several Metro Stations remain closed