United Kingdom news — October 4, 2026

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1. CultureUnited Kingdom

   Oct 4, 2026, 22:48 UTC

   

   Sheryl Lee Ralph Hopes 'Abbott Elementary' Matches 'Grey's Anatomy' Longevity

   Sheryl Lee Ralph, star of 'Abbott Elementary,' expresses her desire for the show to have a long run similar to 'Grey's Anatomy,' which is currently in its 23rd season. The actress imagines the ABC sitcom lasting as long as the medical drama, saying she wants to take the journey with the show's characters.

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2. WorldUnited KingdomHealthcareMental Health

   Oct 4, 2026, 22:28 UTC

   Iranian Psychiatrists Urge Action on Drug Shortages

   Leaders of the Iranian Psychiatric Association and Scientific Association of Psychiatry have jointly sounded the alarm about the escalating shortage of essential psychiatric medications in Iran. They warn that the lack of a stable supply could lead to relapse, increased hospitalizations, and erosion of trust in the healthcare system. The president of the Iranian Psychiatric Association has called for urgent action from the Food and Drug Organization and other relevant authorities to address the issue.

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3. CultureUnited KingdomBox Office

   Oct 4, 2026, 15:57 UTC

   

   Sara Sampaio Stars in New Rolling Stones Music Video

   Portuguese model Sara Sampaio is the muse for the new music video by the Rolling Stones. She is featured alongside Swedish actor Alexander Skarsgård.

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4. WorldNorth AmericaUnited KingdomLocal

   Oct 4, 2026, 13:31 UTC

   

   UK Provides Hijabs to Small Boat Migrants

   The UK's Home Office has been criticized for providing hijabs to small boat migrants crossing the English Channel. According to reports, around 1,000 hijabs were distributed between January and June, along with other clothing items. Critics argue that taxpayers' money should not be used for religious clothing for illegal arrivals.

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5. CultureMiddle EastUnited KingdomBasketball

   Oct 4, 2026, 12:06 UTC

   

   Kelly Olynyk Joins BC Roma, Led by Luka Doncic and Donnie Nelson

   Kelly Olynyk, a 13-year NBA veteran, has signed with BC Roma, an ambitious Italian basketball club co-founded by Luka Doncic and Donnie Nelson. The Canadian center will play in the Lega Basket Serie A, Italy's top league, after spending his entire professional career in the NBA. Olynyk, who has played for eight different NBA teams, brings extensive experience to BC Roma, which aims to restore Rome to the highest level of European basketball.

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6. PoliticsMiddle EastUnited Kingdom

   Oct 4, 2026, 10:03 UTC

   

   Kemi Badenoch's Bid to Revitalize UK Conservatives

   Kemi Badenoch, the current leader of the British Conservative Party, is aiming to revitalize her party at the ongoing conference in Birmingham. The party has been struggling in the polls, and Badenoch hopes to inject new energy into the Tories.

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7. WorldMiddle EastUnited KingdomBaseball

   Oct 4, 2026, 03:14 UTC

   

   Lovlina Borgohain Wins Asian Games Women's Boxing Gold

   Lovlina Borgohain ended India's 12-year wait for an Asian Games women's boxing gold, defeating China's Ziyi Bao in the 75kg final. The 28-year-old, who also won silver at the 2022 Asian Games, became only the second Indian woman after Mary Kom to achieve this feat. She dedicated her victory to her parents and expressed gratitude towards the Boxing Federation of India and the Sports Authority of India.

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8. CultureUnited KingdomIsraelFilm TV

   Oct 4, 2026, 00:40 UTC

   

   Phil Collins and Paul McCartney End 24-Year Feud

   Phil Collins has revealed that he has finally mended his 24-year feud with Paul McCartney. The tension between them had started in 2002 when Collins had asked McCartney to sign a book for him, feeling slighted by the Beatle's response. Collins recently apologized to McCartney for his past statements, leading to their reconciliation.

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