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Friday’s front pages continue to cover the reaction and fallout from the Budget delivered by Chancellor Rachel Reeves on Wednesday. Several papers lead to a rise in the cost of government borrowing amid investor concern about levels of government debt.

Elsewhere, there’s a dash of international coverage on the UK front pages this morning, with images of the floods in Spain making several splashes. There are also reports on the upcoming US election as Kamala Harris and Donald Trump try to win over the swing states in the final stretch of the campaign.

Harris and Trump trade barbs as election race enters final stretch With less than a week until the US presidential election, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have ramped up their rhetoric. Harris criticised Trump for his recent remark at a rally where he pledged to “protect” women “whether the women like it or not,” calling it “very offensive” and emblematic of his outdated attitudes. Harris argued that such misogyny is unacceptable in modern America, as both candidates seek to sway voters in crucial swing states. Trump, meanwhile, continued his focus on anti-immigration themes during a speech…

Boeing increases pay offer in attempt to bring an end to seven-week strike Boeing is attempting to resolve a seven-week strike by offering workers a 38% pay increase over four years. The proposal, endorsed by the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), will be put to a vote on Monday. The strike, involving over 30,000 workers, began on September 13 and has significantly impacted production, contributing to a financial crisis for Boeing. Previously, workers rejected offers that included a 35% raise. This new deal also features a $12,000 bonus, up from $7,000, and changes to retirement plans. The…

Biggest typhoon in 30 years hits Taiwan Typhoon Kong-rey, the biggest storm to hit Taiwan in nearly 30 years, made landfall on the island’s eastern coast, forcing schools and workplaces to close and disrupting daily life. The typhoon struck with winds exceeding 200 km/h, comparable to a Category 4 hurricane, before weakening to a moderate typhoon by evening. Authorities reported at least one death—a woman killed by a falling tree—and over 70 injuries. Power outages affected half a million households, and severe winds and rain hindered emergency response efforts in areas like Hualien County. The storm’s arrival is unusual for…

Botswana ruling party booted out of power after 58 years Botswana’s ruling party, the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), has been voted out after 58 years in power. Early election results show the BDP secured only one parliamentary seat, while the opposition coalition, the Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC), led by human rights lawyer Duma Boko, has won 20 seats. The UDC is projected to surpass the 31-seat majority needed to form the government, positioning Boko to become the next president. The Botswana Patriotic Front (BPF), supported by ex-president Ian Khama, won five seats, and the Botswana Congress Party (BCP) claimed…

Spain flood death toll passes 150 Spain is facing its deadliest flooding disaster in decades, with at least 158 confirmed deaths as heavy rains and flash floods devastated parts of the country. The hardest-hit area was Valencia, which recorded 155 deaths, while casualties also occurred in Castilla-La Mancha and Andalusia. Rescuers, including 1,200 workers supported by drones, continue efforts to locate survivors as more rain looms. The floods, triggered by an extraordinary weather event known as gota fría (cold drop), brought a year’s worth of rainfall to the town of Chiva in just eight hours. Scientists link the intensity of…

Prince William’s awkward interaction with homelessness campaigner in moving documentary – latest news Prince William confronted by founder of The Big Issue in awkward interactionGet the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the worldSign up to our free Morning Headlines emailPrince William faced an uncomfortable moment during the premiere of his documentary, Prince William: We Can End Homelessness, which aired its first part last night.In the film, the Prince of Wales, 42, was confronted by Lord John Bird, founder of The Big Issue, who challenged him to address the “failed thinking” surrounding homelessness.Lord Bird bluntly stated he…

BBC Question Time audience member tells MPs exactly what public thinks | Culture An angry Question Time audience member delivered a powerful speech hitting out at “economically illiterate” MPs.The man addressed the panel on Thursday’s show (31 October) – the day after Labour chancellor Rachel Reeves delivered her Budget, announcing a £40bn tax hike.He said: “Whenever there is a change from Tory to Labour, Labour will come in, the Tories will come in, like Cameron did in 2010 and the Labour lot had left a note saying, ‘haha, there’s no money left’.”Then the Tories smashed the economy and Labour come…

Met Office gives verdict on where snow could fall in UK in November For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emailsSign up to our free breaking news emailsSign up to our free breaking news emailsThe Met Office has predicted a chance of snow for some areas of the UK – and it could come as early as next week.Ice, mist and heavy fog are expected this weekend but the forecaster suggests there is a chance of snow arriving at the turn of November in the northern and eastern regions…

Elon Musk can continue with election cash giveaways for now, judge rules A Pennsylvania state judge has ruled that Elon Musk can continue his cash giveaways to registered voters for now. Through his political group, America PAC, Musk has been awarding $1 million prizes to voters in swing states who sign a petition. This initiative, which he claims promotes civic engagement, has been criticised as potentially violating election laws. Philadelphia District Attorney Lawrence Krasner filed a lawsuit, calling for an immediate stop to these giveaways, but Judge Angelo Foglietta has put the case on hold pending a federal court’s decision…