General News Today — October 26, 2026
Storm Boelo leaves 90,000 without power as Met Office issues new wind warning and more — today's news signal.
As a powerful storm continues to affect parts of the country, thousands are dealing with the aftermath of strong winds and disrupted daily life. Storm Boelo has left over 90,000 households without power, prompting a clean-up effort and a new wind warning from the Met Office. The storm's impact is a reminder of the unpredictable nature of the weather, and the importance of staying informed and prepared.
In other news, global events are unfolding with significant developments in politics and international relations. In Venezuela, crowds have welcomed María Machado, a prominent figure who has returned after months in exile. Meanwhile, China's Communist Party is set to hold a major political meeting, which could see President Xi Jinping tighten discipline within the Party. Additionally, Uganda has imposed a 21-day quarantine on citizens returning from the Democratic Republic of Congo, and former Liverpool winger Pennant has been hospitalized after a dog attack. These stories and more are covered in today's news, providing a comprehensive look at current events.
Today's signal:
• Storm Boelo leaves 90,000 without power as Met Office issues new wind warning (bbc.co.uk)
• Crowds welcome Venezuela's María Machado after months in exile (bbc.co.uk)
• Clean-up under way as Storm Boelo leaves thousands without power (bbc.co.uk)
• Uganda imposes 21-day quarantine on citizens returning from DR Congo (bbc.co.uk)
• China's big political meeting could see Xi 'tighten discipline' in Party (bbc.co.uk)
• Ex-Liverpool winger Pennant has more than 50 stitches after dog attack (bbc.co.uk)