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Walker’s move to the Roosters falls through The timeline of Sam Walker’s contract negotiations with the Roosters has been laid bare after the deal fell apart.

DNA ties Ted Bundy to second Utah teen murder, prosecutor says DNA has linked serial killer Ted Bundy to the 1974 murder of 17-year-old Melissa Ann Smith in Utah, authorities have announced, closing a case that remained unresolved for more than 50 years. Investigators said evidence taken during…

Road-rage driver spared prison over cyclist’s brain injury A motorist who left a cyclist with a traumatic brain injury after a road rage attack in Edinburgh has avoided a prison sentence. Joseph Hedley, 39, attacked Iain Brown at the Cowgate on 20 September 2024, grabbing him by the throat and…

GM to add hybrid SUVs as it shifts strategy away from EVs General Motors plans to offer hybrid sports utility vehicles as part of a strategic pivot away from an exclusively electric line-up. The move will see the carmaker broaden its SUV range with hybrid models, marking a shift in its approach to…

Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders beat My Chemical Romance in kit row The Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders have secured a legal agreement preventing My Chemical Romance from dressing concert dancers in uniforms resembling the squad’s distinctive look. The agreement was reached before a court hearing after…

Five Premier League clubs watch 12-goal striker score another treble Five Premier League clubs are monitoring Club Brugge striker Nicolò Tresoldi after his latest scoring display intensified interest in the Germany Under-21 international. Chelsea and Manchester City are understood to be leading…

Elizabeth, New Jersey mass shooting kills one and injures several One person has died and four others were injured in an Elizabeth mass shooting during a candlelight vigil in New Jersey. Police were called to the junction of Irvington Avenue and Elmwood Place shortly after 9.30pm on Monday,…

Pair attend court following RAF Fairford incident Two men have appeared in a UK court on national security charges over an alleged plot targeting a military base used by US aircraft. Prosecutors said the pair were involved in an alleged plan against the base. The charges relate to the incident and…

Meghan had my sympathy over her father – now I have doubts The Royal Family has indicated that allegations involving Meghan’s estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr, are a matter for the Sussex household, as police in the Philippines investigate claims concerning child sexual abuse images. The…

Honda warns 50% tariffs on Canadian cars could devastate industry Honda has warned that 50% tariffs on Canadian vehicles and parts would be “catastrophic” for the North American car industry if the United States and Canada fail to reach a new trade agreement by the end of the year. Donald Trump…

Twin study shows home life disruption not linked to poor grades A large UK twin study suggests that growing up in a noisy, disorganised home does not directly cause poorer school performance. The research, led by Sophie von Stumm at the University of York and published in Learning and Individual…

Tyga sued by management company over alleged fraud, Beijing no-show Rapper Tyga has been sued for fraud and breach of contract by a Beijing management company over allegations that he failed to appear for two scheduled performances. Beijing Tongxing Wanxin Catering Management claims Tyga had…

Chelsea injury setback gives Liverpool a timely boost Chelsea will be without Joao Pedro for several weeks after manager Xabi Alonso confirmed the striker has suffered a thigh injury ahead of the EFL Cup meeting with Liverpool. The Brazil international missed Saturday’s game against Tottenham and…

Minnesota rainfall totals after Monday and Tuesday showers Rainfall across Minnesota topped half an inch in many areas after a wet start to the week, with parts of the Twin Cities metro recording close to an inch by late morning on Tuesday, October 27. Showers were clearing towards the north-east…

Murder trial hears mistress’s allegation of emotional abuse A woman who had an affair with Robert Crawford told his murder trial that he described his wife, Frances, as emotionally abusive and said he felt trapped in their marriage. Crawford, 49, denies the alleged murder of Frances on 29 July…

Court hears RAF Fairford plot coordinated by handler called Ali Editors are unable to access the substantive content of a Sky News report about RAF Fairford after the page delivered an Access Denied message rather than reporting. The visible fragment consists of a standard denial notice and a…

Protesters breach pro-Vučić TV station after Vučić poll loss Protesters stormed the pro-Aleksandar Vucic television station Informer TV in Serbia, disrupting its broadcast and demanding the arrest of its editor as tens of thousands continued celebrating the former president’s defeat at the polls.…

Flávio Bolsonaro heads to US after losing election, reports say Flavio Bolsonaro has left Brazil for the United States following an election defeat, according to a source and media reports. No further details about his departure were provided.

Elizabeth Holmes’ Texas house goes on the market The Austin house where Elizabeth Holmes and her family were filmed before her prison sentence has gone on the market for $2.25 million. The four-bedroom, three-bathroom property featured in the documentary You Can See Everything, which follows the…

Barcelona revisit Spurs player as game-time concerns grow Barcelona have renewed their interest in Tottenham midfielder Lucas Bergvall as the Catalan club consider strengthening their midfield during the January transfer window. The Sweden international’s limited playing time under Roberto De…

Texas Senate 2026: Who leads the Paxton-Talarico race? The Texas Senate race between Republican attorney general Ken Paxton and Democratic state representative James Talarico remains too close to call, with a series of polls showing conflicting results as early voting continues. Talarico holds a…

Business rallies behind Spender over Chalmers’ CGT changes Crossbench MP Allegra Spender has joined forces with prominent business figures to oppose Treasurer Jim Chalmers’ changes to Australia’s capital gains tax system, warning they could leave investors facing one of the highest tax burdens of…

Mother-of-three spared jail for £20k fraud while hiding husband A mother-of-three has avoided jail after falsely claiming more than £20,000 in benefits while concealing that her husband had moved back into the family home. Chantelle Crookes, 32, claimed Universal Credit and council tax support…

Trump says DC golf renovations start next month despite halt A federal judge has blocked the Trump administration from carrying out further major changes at East Potomac Park in Washington DC, halting plans to redevelop its municipal golf course into a championship-level venue. US District Judge…

AI funding lifts private lending while refinancing risks mount Artificial intelligence financing is driving growth in private credit while refinancing risks are increasing, Moody’s has said. The credit-rating agency linked the expansion of private lending to funding for AI-related activity, while…

Sofía Vergara keeps quiet on Dan Reynolds romance rumours Sofía Vergara has declined to comment on dating rumours linking her to Imagine Dragons frontman Dan Reynolds after the pair were seen together in Beverly Hills. The Modern Family star was approached in the California city on Monday and…

Chelsea’s £43m pursuit aided by contract impasse Chelsea are reportedly monitoring Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Yasin Ayari after talks over a new contract stalled, potentially giving the London club an opportunity to pursue a deal before the January transfer window. The 23-year-old Sweden…

Man accused of striking estranged wife with truck in Decatur A Georgia man has been indicted over the death of his estranged wife, who prosecutors allege was struck by his truck as he pulled away from her home in DeKalb County. Nelson Clements, 64, faces charges including first-degree vehicular…

Israel election 2026 LIVE: Netanyahu and Eisenkot face off Israel’s election has prompted lively debate at Tel Aviv’s Carmel Market, where voters discussed whether they had cast their ballots and which direction they wanted the country to take. Bar, a student, said she was desperate for an end to…

Former FBI chief urges Americans to heed calls to prepare now Former FBI deputy director Dan Bongino has urged Americans to prepare for a potential crisis by keeping food, water, power and other essential supplies at home. Bongino said households should follow guidance issued in the UK and…

American Airlines raises rewards card fees for first time since 2018 American Airlines is raising the annual fees on two Citi AAdvantage credit cards, while adding benefits including hotel rewards, a Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit and money off in-flight purchases. The Citi AAdvantage…

Autistic children’s brains react less to emotion in sentences A Hong Kong neuroimaging study has found that a brain region involved in language and social processing responds less to emotionally meaningful sentences in autistic children than in their non-autistic peers. The left superior temporal…

Office Space actor Richard Riehle’s cause of death confirmed Richard Riehle’s cause of death has been recorded as a stroke, with oropharyngeal cancer listed as the underlying cause, according to his death certificate. The Office Space actor died in Los Angeles on October 15. The document states…

Neville praises Kane after Ballon d’Or triumph Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or win has been praised by Gary Neville, who highlighted the England striker’s professionalism and work ethic. Speaking at an EFL event held in partnership with Sage, Neville described Kane as “gold” on his route to receiving the…

Four arrested after car hits embankment in Hillsborough chase Four people have been arrested after a vehicle allegedly fled from deputies in Hillsborough County before crashing into an embankment near Interstate 75 and US Highway 301, authorities said. The pursuit began shortly after 10pm on…

Australia’s batting fears led to a near-disastrous toss decision Australia’s decision to bowl first against South Africa on a batting-friendly wicket nearly derailed their hopes in the Cape Town decider, but the tourists remain in contention after a combination of South African errors, effective…

Trump says Obama lacks insight into White House renovations Donald Trump and Barack Obama have clashed over renovations to the White House, with Mr Trump saying his predecessor “wouldn't understand” the need to keep the building in pristine condition. Speaking at a campaign stop in Mississippi, Mr…

Tehran weighs trust, midterms and Hormuz as Washington escalates Diplomatic efforts to end the eight-month United States-Israel war on Iran have intensified, but Tehran is showing little sign of abandoning demands it regards as essential to a permanent settlement. China said on Tuesday that it…

Jay-Z to headline Super Bowl show he once rejected and produces Jay-Z will headline the Apple Music Super Bowl LXI Halftime Show at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, on 14 February 2027, after selecting himself for the event through his role with Roc Nation. The announcement was made during…

Pat McAfee invokes Charlie Kirk assassination after Utah jibe Pat McAfee has criticised the University of Utah after its official Instagram account shared a video mocking him shortly before an edition of ESPN’s “College GameDay”, saying the incident made him question whether he would return to the…

US election enters final week before November 3 vote Melissa Michelson, dean of arts and sciences and professor of political science at Menlo College, has offered her assessment of the California election with voters just one week away from polling day on November 3. Michelson spoke to KTVU on…

Higher Thanksgiving fares deter holiday flight bookings Thanksgiving flight prices have risen sharply in the US, prompting some travellers to stay home during what is typically the busiest period of the year for airlines. Average fares were 31% higher in August than during the same period last…

Leaks reveal Trump camp in bitter power struggle before midterms The supplied material does not contain enough reportable information to produce a news article.

Property AI leader rejects the dehumanising language of headcount Neil Murray, the JLL executive responsible for more than 88,000 facilities management workers, has insisted that automation will not shrink his division, even as the company’s own research points to a shift from labour towards…

FBI Searches Beverly Hills Mansion Amid Swalwell Investigation The FBI has raided a Beverly Hills mansion linked to former congressman Eric Swalwell as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of sexual misconduct against him. Federal agents reportedly arrived at the property on Tuesday…

Carrick stays at Manchester United: wise move or postponement? Michael Carrick will remain Manchester United head coach for Saturday’s Premier League visit to Chelsea, despite the club’s hierarchy considering alternatives after Sunday’s 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth. Director of football Jason Wilcox…

Tropical moisture raises Arizona storm and flood risk at Halloween Arizona flood risk is expected to rise over Halloween weekend as tropical moisture combines with a developing weather system, bringing showers, thunderstorms and periods of heavy rain from Friday 30 October into Sunday 1 November.…

Aussie knocks out sixth seed in major upset Maya Joint has reached the round of 16 in Tokyo after defeating the sixth seed, continuing an encouraging run for Australian tennis. Joint’s progress follows compatriot Talia Gibson into the last 16, with both Australians advancing at the tournament.

Grandmother takes centre stage as cabaret performer Melinda Chan-Wong, a 68-year-old grandmother, has become a cabaret star after joining a troupe of cabaret dancers. Chan-Wong discussed her decision and experience in the “Never Too Late” series on “CBS Mornings”, which highlights her move into…

Poundland faces collapse, putting shops and jobs in doubt Poundland sale talks have intensified as its owner considers breaking up the discount retailer, putting around 12,000 jobs at risk. Gordon Brothers is negotiating with several potential buyers over a deal for the whole business or parts of…