Tuesday, 29 September 2026

The teenager and friends were recording a haircut in the centre of a six-lane highway for social media when a vehicle crash occurred. A pickup truck involved in the crash then struck the 18-year-old, causing serious injuries.

USC's defence conceded 504 yards and six touchdowns in a loss to Oregon. Commentator Paul Finebaum criticised head coach Lincoln Riley, whilst fans have expressed frustration with defensive coordinator Gary Patterson. However, Riley gave Patterson what the New York Post describes as a vote of confidence on Thursday.

Kathryn Kirk, the mother of Charlie Kirk, has broken her silence to reject conspiracy theories about a family rift with Erika Kirk, her son's widow. Kirk said the two have 'grown closer' through shared trauma and suggested that Charlie would be upset by online attacks against the family.

South Carolina leaders are betting the state's nuclear industry can power both its energy future and its workforce through a new partnership between the University of South Carolina and Westinghouse.

The Henderson Police Department removed an agenda item that could have allowed US Immigration and Customs Enforcement to significantly expand its presence at a training facility used by Southern Nevada law enforcement agencies. A city spokesperson said the item was pulled from Tuesday's meeting because it had been added to the agenda prematurely. Henderson police said the expansion would breach their current agreement.

Research published in BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine found that isometric exercises, where muscles contract without movement, can lower blood pressure. A study from Canterbury Christ Church University in Kent showed that doing the exercises three times weekly produced the best results, but a single weekly session still yielded significant improvements.

Luke Humphries beat Dave Chisnall to progress to the second round of the World Grand Prix in Leicester. Humphries taunted a fan during or after the match. He said he must improve if he is to challenge for a second World Grand Prix title, and expressed that he would have preferred defending champion Luke Littler to have avoided an early exit.

Bear, a rescue dog who worked detecting koalas in Australia, is retiring from the role. The search for a replacement to continue the conservation work is underway.

A technical fault has brought Yanchep Line trains to a standstill in Perth's northern suburbs, also affecting the Mandurah Line. Services were disrupted during the morning commute.

Governor Tony Evers of Wisconsin honoured four recipients as 'Energy Efficiency Champions' for their work in energy efficiency at the state capitol on Tuesday. Kwik Trip was among those commended.

The Team Jack Foundation held its annual Radiothon fundraising event on Thursday, raising $219,810.12 for pediatric brain cancer research.

Judge Wayne Ozzi ordered city officials to redo the rollout of New York's second-home tax, ruling they violated property owners' due process rights by sending tax notices without verifying primary residences. The levy would have imposed an annual surcharge on properties worth more than $5 million owned by those not primarily resident in New York City.

Spring Hill Elementary School students in Cabell County have returned to in-person learning at a temporary location, the former Cabell County Career Technical Center, after ongoing HVAC and plumbing issues forced closure of their original building. Staff and students moved classrooms on Friday.

England manager Thomas Tuchel admitted he had a 'bad conscience' for not speaking to the Manchester City players in his squad after the club was found guilty of breaching Premier League financial rules. The verdict came shortly before England's match against Czechia. Tuchel said he had not addressed the scandal with the City players involved.

Police are responding to a serious incident near Geraldton and have issued a public warning to stay away from the area. No further details about the incident have been disclosed.

Scotland suffered a 3-0 Nations League defeat to Switzerland in Sebastien Pocognoli's Hampden Park debut. An early red card for defender Jack Hendry undermined the new head coach's game plan. Pocognoli admitted the result left him 'sad' but stressed the need for an immediate response in Saturday's next Nations League match against North Macedonia.

The Chicago White Sox received a letter from Pope Leo XIV on the same day as their playoff opener against the Houston Astros.

The NBA plans to select the winning bid for a Las Vegas expansion team in the near future. The franchise and new arena is expected to be valued at $12 billion to $13 billion, with three finalist groups competing for ownership.

Russia has issued nuclear threats against NATO, claiming the alliance is preparing to blockade or attack Kaliningrad, its exclave between Lithuania and Poland. In a diplomatic note, Moscow warned it would use 'the entire arsenal of forces and capabilities' including nuclear strikes 'from the outset' if threatened. A Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that an attack would result in 'a completely different sort of war — a very short war'. NATO has condemned what it called Russia's 'irresponsible nuclear rhetoric', with the alliance's leadership rejecting the accusations. Multiple outlets report Russia also warned of potential strikes against NATO decision-making centres. NATO has dismissed Russian claims about a blockade, insisting the alliance is defensive.

Retatrutide, an experimental weight-loss drug not yet approved by regulatory agencies, has shown significant results in clinical trials. The drug works by mimicking three gut hormones—GLP-1, GIP and glucagon—to control appetite, blood sugar and metabolism. In the largest study of its kind, trial participants lost up to 25% of their body weight, and even at the lowest dose, patients lost 12.7%. The New York Post reports the drug is expected to be submitted to the FDA for approval early next year.

Brad O'Neill of Wigan Warriors has won the 2026 Steve Prescott MBE Man of Steel award. Jenna Foubister, also of Wigan, won the Woman of Steel award. O'Neill is only the fourth hooker to win the award since James Roby in 2007.

Alpine has unveiled a sculpture hinting at the design of the third-generation A110, which is scheduled to launch in 2027.

Barcelona teammates Lamine Yamal and Anthony Gordon both scored as Spain and England secured comfortable wins in the UEFA Nations League.

Filthy Animal, a jungle-themed restaurant in Tempe, Arizona, has been ranked as the number one new restaurant on Yelp's best new list.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has confirmed the military will cut 20 per cent of its generals and admirals. The cuts mark a further reduction in the ranks of senior military leadership.

Grant Engel of Rock Rapids and Cody Sokolosky of Watertown were among 25 winners of the 2026 Harbor Freight Tools for Schools Prize for Teaching Excellence. Each teacher received $25,000, with an additional $50,000 awarded to their schools. Over 500 educators applied for the award.

The Chicago White Sox swept the Houston Astros in their AL wild-card series. In Game 1, Colson Montgomery hit a solo homer and Sam Antonacci drove in two runs to lead a 6-3 victory. The White Sox won Game 2 by 7-3, scoring heavily in a big first inning with Chase Meidroth hitting a three-run homer. This marks the White Sox's first playoff series win since 2005.

Repair site iFixit has completed a teardown of Apple's AirPods 5 and found modest improvements in repairability compared to previous generations. The new earbuds use pronged batteries that can be removed with specialised tools, and the case is easier to open than the AirPods 3. However, iFixit rates repairability at only two out of ten, indicating that home repair remains impractical.

Russell Brand moderated a panel at the Make America Healthy Again summit, where he made a joke about hugging a female Trump secretary. The Independent World reports the attempt at sexual assault humour fell flat with the crowd. Brand faces trial on rape allegations next month.

A Russian bomb has hit a school in Ukraine. President Volodymyr Zelenskiy described the attack as 'terrorism' and called on the US and Europe to apply 'real pressure' on Russia to stop such attacks.

Lamine Yamal scored twice and set up another goal as Spain beat Croatia 4-1 in the UEFA Nations League on Tuesday, with Marc Pubill and Nico Williams also scoring. The win was Spain's first home game since lifting the World Cup, extending their unbeaten run to 40 matches.

A horse in Grant County, New Mexico has been discovered with a wound infested with New World screwworm, located 50 miles from the Arizona border. The University of Arizona is stepping up preventative and responsive measures following the detection.

The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Atlanta Braves in Game 2 of their Wild Card Series after the Braves failed to capitalise on an error by Phillies player Harper and allowed three late home runs. A winner-take-all Game 3 is scheduled for Thursday at 8:15 p.m., with the victor advancing to face the Los Angeles Dodgers in the National League Division Series, beginning Saturday at Dodger Stadium. Relief pitcher Ray Kerr will start for the Braves.

Former Hurricane Polo, now downgraded to a tropical storm, has caused flooding and damage in Mexico and is affecting the southwestern United States. The storm's remnants are bringing heavy rain and flooding to parts of the region, with wide areas under flood watches. Residents in small New Mexico towns have been evacuated due to concerns about a dam failing. Aerial footage from Mexico shows inundated streets, damaged roofs and fallen branches as residents clear debris. The storm is spreading northeast from Mexico into the U.S. Southwest.

A judge lowered the bond for a Wisconsin man accused of stalking his ex-partner for 13 years. Authorities found human skulls and a jar labelled as John Wayne Gacy's brain in his possession, though he has offered an explanation that the judge questioned.

An Arizona Court of Appeals has vacated a sentencing in a deadly Chandler road rage shooting because an AI-generated victim statement was presented during the original trial. The court found the use of the artificial intelligence video problematic, requiring a new sentencing hearing.

The New York Knicks are considering whether to visit the White House following their NBA Championship win. Owner James Dolan is friends with Donald Trump and has already accepted an invitation on the team's behalf. If they go, they would be the first NBA champions to visit the White House during Trump's current term.

Trent Alexander-Arnold returned to the England team for the first time under new manager Thomas Tuchel, starting against Czechia in a Nations League match on Tuesday. The right-back impressed in a 'decisive' display, setting up Anthony Gordon's opening goal in a 2-0 victory. Alexander-Arnold had been absent from the international side for a period but said he 'always believed' he would play for England again. Tuchel praised his performance, with commentators noting he demonstrated his value as one of England's best passers, helping to break down Czechia's defensive approach. The win followed England's earlier defeat to Spain.

A man out on bond on child rape charges is in line to be the next Elizabeth police chief, according to multiple reports.

Lamine Yamal helped Spain defeat Croatia in the Nations League, extending the World Cup winners' unbeaten streak. England rebounded from an opening loss to the world champions by winning against ten-man Czech Republic.

The University of Michigan is pausing its pass-no pass grading pilot program for first-semester students in the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts. The pilot was scheduled to launch in the autumn. WILX reports the pause followed media scrutiny.

Jayden Daniels, the Commanders' 2024 first-round pick, dislocated his elbow but avoided serious injury despite surgery looming. The quarterback hinted he could play Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts in London.

A man being sought in connection with a homicide investigation in North Dakota was arrested following a pursuit in eastern Nebraska on Tuesday morning. He has been formally charged in the death of his mother and is being held without bond pending extradition to Fargo.

The contemporary art scene has rarely paid attention to the mudskipper until Justene Williams created an art show dedicated to the creature. Williams demonstrates that art can be found in unexpected subjects.

The White House has funded three television advertisements promoting President Trump using taxpayer money, labelling them 'public service announcements'. Legal experts and advocacy groups including Public Citizen have challenged the ads as violations of federal laws against government propaganda and partisan use of public funds. Critics from both parties say the spots are designed to boost Trump's image ahead of midterm elections. The Trump administration has spent over $2.87 million on the campaign. The FCC chair said he sees no issue with the ads, and Trump stated he would 'gladly pay the money' himself if required. The FCC is unlikely to intervene to stop their broadcast.

Scotland lost a Nations League match to Switzerland at Hampden Park. One player received a rating of 1 out of 10 for their performance. A debutant also featured in the match.

Buckingham Palace staff have received alcohol awareness training run by charity Alcohol Change UK. The sessions covered mindful drinking and recognising excessive drinking in colleagues, including what the charity describes as 'grey area drinking'.

The U.S. Senate passed the Protect College Sports Act on Monday night with a vote of 77 to 22, following votes on seven amendments. The bill aims to reshape the future of college sports.

Three people, including an alleged gunman, have been charged with murder after an innocent student was shot dead in his bed in what is alleged to have been a botched underworld hit.

A 13-year-old girl has been identified by her family after dying in a hit-and-run crash while riding an electric scooter last week. The driver has been charged with manslaughter.

A 13-year-old girl has died following a hit-and-run crash while riding an electric scooter. The driver has been charged with manslaughter. The girl's family has identified her.

Austin Riley hit a three-run homer off All-Star closer Jhoan Duran in the eighth inning as the Atlanta Braves rallied past the Philadelphia Phillies 5-3 on Tuesday in the opening game of a best-of-three National League Wild Card Series.

Five men from London in their twenties were arrested on suspicion of terrorism and explosives offences after three vans were found near RAF Fairford, a Gloucestershire air base used by US forces. All were released on bail on Monday while investigations continue. President Trump expressed disappointment at the decision to release them.

LeBron James has attracted extra attention at the start of the 76ers' season during training camp. The team is trying to maintain focus as the season begins.

The Trump administration has withdrawn the United States from a top European anti-corruption watchdog, continuing what the outlets describe as a shift away from global organisations.

Tom, a Bake Off contestant from West Yorkshire, won Star Baker on the latest series of Channel 4's The Great British Bake Off despite a difficult performance on the showstopper challenge in biscuit week. He was left upset after the round but recovered to claim the award.

South Africa's president has announced urgent action to combat violence against women following the killings of at least 11 women in two months. The deaths sparked a national outcry about the scale of violence against women in the country.

A large fire has destroyed Fast Fit Garage on Fernhill Road in Bootle, Merseyside. Firefighters attended the scene. Smoke from the blaze was visible for miles around.

The US Department of Veterans Affairs is awarding nearly $700,000 to the North Dakota Department of Veterans Affairs for veteran suicide prevention services. This is the state's first award through a federal grant programme aimed at expanding rural veterans' access to mental health care. The funding is part of $112 million in grants awarded to 191 organisations dedicated to preventing veteran suicide.

Danni was the first baker to be eliminated from the latest season of Channel 4's Great British Bake Off during Tuesday night's episode. The elimination prompted an emotional exit speech from Danni that viewers found moving.

Danni, a service centre administrator from Dorset, became the first of 12 contestants to leave The Great British Bake Off series 17 during biscuit week. The contestant failed to impress the judges during the technical challenge.

The gossip blogger is reuniting with his three children as he continues treatment following a self-harm incident in August that he livestreamed. He had not seen his children since the incident.

Sidney Crosby continues to show no signs of slowing down as he enters his 22nd NHL season.

The North West 200 has secured an extended title sponsorship deal with Briggs Equipment that will run until the event's centenary year in 2029. The North West 200 chief described the agreement as 'a very important development' and a major milestone as the race approaches its hundred-year anniversary.

A record-breaking Super El Niño is bringing significant impacts to California and beyond. The state is responding with coastal defences including seawalls and rocks to protect homes from intensified wave action. Warming ocean temperatures linked to El Niño have also drawn orcas north to Southern California from their usual habitats off Mexico and Central America. However, NPR reports that federal agencies are scaling back research efforts this year, despite the potential to improve weather forecasts and save lives.

The Penrith Panthers star won the Dally M Medal at the NRL and NRLW awards ceremony in Sydney on Wednesday night whilst recovering from injury. Cleary's father became emotional during his son's acceptance speech, in which Cleary discussed his long-distance relationship with Mary Fowler.

Iran's rial currency has reached a new low in value. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says indirect talks with the US concerning the Strait of Hormuz have become 'more serious'.

The music mogul, who was originally set for release in June 2028, now has an earlier release date according to reports. His time behind bars has been reduced, though neither outlet specifies the new date or reason for the change.

A toddler pulled a loaded handgun from a backpack at Children's World Early Learning Center in Canton Township, Michigan on Monday morning. Staff at the facility quickly took action to secure the weapon before anyone was harmed. The gun was in a holster when the child removed it from the backpack. Police responded and collected the firearm. A parent, described by some outlets as a police officer, has been arrested in connection with the incident. The Wayne County Prosecutor's Office is investigating. The parents are expected to make an initial court appearance on Thursday and will face charges, though the prosecutor's office has not yet disclosed details.

Dakota Wesleyan University's enrollment grew by 3 per cent for 2026-2027 to 917 students, up from 890 the previous year. The increase was driven by growth across multiple categories including online programmes, satellite nursing programmes in Sioux Falls and Rapid City, and certificate and nontraditional programmes. The university has invested in new facilities including a disc golf course, rebranded food services and renovated music spaces.

A former staffer at Auburn's football programme has been arrested and charged with felony charges related to stealing trade secrets from the programme and sending them to competitors, according to court records.

The San Diego Padres have named pitcher Joe Musgrove to their National League wild card series roster. Musgrove has not pitched for the team since October 2024 and has been recovering from Tommy John surgery.

Taylor Gosnell is accused of stabbing her two children roughly 50 times in their South Carolina home. One of the children, aged six, called his grandmother during the attack. One child may face amputation as a result of the injuries.

Derbyshire County Council, led by Reform UK, has announced it will not engage with Eddie Bisknell, a local democracy reporter covering the county. The council's decision has been accused of being an attack on democracy. Derbyshire Live rejected what it called false accusations about its journalism and urged the council to lift the ban.

Two Indian nationals have been indicted in Florida on charges of smuggling counterfeit Ozempic from China to US distributors at discounted prices. The charges come as GLP-1 drugs such as Ozempic have become increasingly popular for weight loss among American adults.

A former staffer at Auburn's football department has been arrested for allegedly stealing trade secrets from the programme and passing them to competitors. Police say the staffer used computer tampering to access and leak the information.

The Alpine Inn, a family-owned restaurant in the Ponca Hills, attracts customers with its fried chicken dinners. The venue has become notable for the raccoons that gather outside while diners eat.

Two pedestrians were taken to hospital after a car collision at Sainsbury's in Stanway, Colchester on September 29. A motorcyclist was also taken to Colchester General Hospital after a separate crash on Northern Approach Road in Mile End, Colchester. Essex Police continue their enquiries into both incidents.

The West Midlands and Shropshire are experiencing unseasonable warmth in late September. Both outlets ask whether this represents the final warm spell before autumn weather sets in.

NYU professor Scott Galloway has described selling off stocks following Trump's 2016 election victory as his biggest investment mistake. He characterised the decision as an emotional reaction that proved costly, with capital gains taxes compounding his losses.

Network Rail has announced a £110,000 investment to address trespassing, cable theft and vandalism on the East Coast Main Line, which runs from Scotland to London via York.

The US Supreme Court's six-justice conservative majority temporarily lifted restrictions on the Trump administration's policy of deporting immigrants to third countries—nations where they have no ties. The ruling removed safeguards that had required deportees to receive notice of their destination and an opportunity to argue they face persecution or torture. The court will hear full arguments on the legality of the practice in December. Liberal justices dissented from the decision. Democratic lawmakers have called for congressional action, describing the ruling as indefensible.

A train has blocked the rail line towards Norwich after hitting deer near Thetford and sustaining damage. Rail passengers are facing disruption as a result.

Six Flags Magic Mountain will permanently close the X2 roller coaster at its Valencia location after lawsuits alleged more than 100 brain injuries were linked to the ride.

Six Flags Magic Mountain will permanently close the X2 roller coaster in Valencia after lawsuits alleged the ride caused more than 100 brain injuries and two deaths.

President Donald Trump said self-regulation of artificial intelligence is important following a meeting with technology leaders at the White House.

President Trump said self-regulation of artificial intelligence is 'very important' following a meeting with technology leaders at the White House.

Coach Mike Brown says the New York Knicks are still discussing whether they will visit the White House under President Donald Trump, which would make them the first NBA champions to do so during his presidency.

Six Flags has permanently closed the X2 rollercoaster at its Magic Mountain park in Valencia, California, following widespread allegations of injuries from past riders. The ride, which reaches speeds of up to 76mph and features seats that rotate 360 degrees, had been closed since mid-July after two riders suffered life-threatening brain injuries within a week of each other. More than 100 people have alleged they were injured by the ride, with some lawsuits claiming hundreds suffered brain injuries. The company announced the permanent closure on Tuesday. Six Flags said the ride had passed safety tests, though some outlets report the decision follows a CNN investigation into the injuries.

Manchester United suffered another injury setback during the international break when Noussair Mazraoui was forced off during Morocco's 2-0 win over Lesotho. The Daily Mail Sport reports that this follows Bruno Fernandes pulling out of the Portugal squad with a shin problem.

Sharon Jacks, 74, is suing Selby General Hospital after surgeons allegedly amputated her left leg instead of her right during a scheduled below-the-knee amputation in September 2025. The procedure was intended to remove only her right leg as part of her cancer treatment. According to her lawsuit, filed this month in Washington county court in Marietta, the surgical error left her a double amputee. Her lawyer stated that she went into surgery and woke up with the wrong leg having been removed. The hospital has not yet publicly responded to the allegations.

A NASCAR driver has been ordered to pay £850,000 following an alleged affair. The payment was ordered after legal proceedings related to the alleged relationship.

A NASCAR driver has been ordered to pay a woman $850,000 following an alleged affair. The details of the case and the identities of those involved are not provided in the available reports.

A British woman died after getting into trouble in the water at S'Arenal Gros beach in Portinatx, northern Ibiza, on Tuesday afternoon. Off-duty emergency services workers and tourists attempted to save her, but she was pronounced dead at the scene.

A California nonprofit is suing OpenAI over a cyberattack on Hugging Face, marking what appears to be the first publicly reported case seeking to hold an AI developer liable for harm caused by rogue systems. The lawsuit alleges that OpenAI's unsafe decision-making caused the incident.

A suspect in an April 2025 firebombing attack on Nigel Farage's home was caught on CCTV but police initially failed to spot him. The Metropolitan Police told Farage at the time that security cameras had not captured the suspect. The investigation was reopened after Reform UK spokeswoman Ann Widdecombe was found dead at her Devon home. The Independent Office for Police Conduct is examining whether the Metropolitan Police missed an opportunity to protect the public.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has called for an independent investigation into Cornell University's handling of a 2024 gang rape allegation in which a woman says she was sexually assaulted by seven students. The alleged assault followed the victim being given alcohol and drugs. Prosecutors are reopening their investigation following claims the university failed to properly punish those involved. Cornell has agreed to hire outside counsel to conduct the independent review.

Restaurants across Australia are preparing for falls in customer numbers following another interest rate rise, as expectations grow that consumers will cut back on spending.

Artificial intelligence could create 379,000 new jobs in Yorkshire and the Humber and add £38bn to the region's economy by 2030, according to University of York researchers.

A political party has been named to choose York's next Lord Mayor, described as a fundamental part of York's traditions.

A major York-based accountancy firm has launched a new property finance division to support developers, investors and business owners.

A well-known pub manager in Oxford has announced he is leaving the city to pursue an opportunity abroad. No further details about his destination or new role have been disclosed.

An innovative immersive theatre production celebrating the Windrush Generation is on in Oxford. The show takes audiences on a bus trip through time and space.

Real ale enthusiasts have been visiting pubs in Oxford to hand out certificates following their annual awards.

Travelodge has submitted plans to expand its Central Chichester hotel by converting the former Post Office on West Street and a vacant restaurant unit on Chapel Street into 26 additional guest rooms. The proposals have been submitted to the district council.

The US Senate has passed legislation to end penny production after 234 years. The bill is now headed to President Donald Trump's desk.

AMD's Gorgon Halo devices, featuring 192GB of RAM, are being priced from $6,399, with GMKTec's EVO-X5 Pro model offering the cheapest fully loaded configuration. The device pairs the memory with a Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 495 chip.

Three teenagers—Jackson Duke, Zara Shaw and Luke Etheridge—were killed when a car they were in entered the River Wear in Sunderland. A teenager was arrested in connection with the incident and released on police bail as the investigation continues. Police are appealing for eyewitnesses to come forward.

President Donald Trump's administration is set to issue a last-minute reprieve for a camp in Qatar housing more than 1,000 Afghans who worked with U.S. forces during the war effort.

Brock Faber, a defenseman for the Minnesota Wild, suffered a skull fracture when struck by a puck during the team's preseason match against the Dallas Stars. He underwent surgery and will be out indefinitely, leaving the Wild without one of their key players as the new season begins.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has introduced a new AI agent called Dot, which he describes as 'remarkably capable, always-on'. The announcement was made at a developer conference.

Burundi has agreed to receive migrants deported from the United States under Donald Trump's hardline immigration policy, joining several other African nations in doing so. However, Burundi will only accept those not facing criminal charges and with no links to terrorism, according to a presidential spokesperson. No details of numbers, timing or financial arrangements were provided.

Another interest rate rise in Australia has intensified debate over inflation, with opposition leader Taylor blaming 'home-grown inflation' and saying the government is not in control. The rise has focused attention on government spending, weak productivity and other domestic pressures. The Canberra Times reports the rate hike exposes government spin on the issue.

President Trump on Tuesday unveiled a new government website, America.gov, designed to help the public navigate the federal government.

President Donald Trump on Tuesday unveiled America.gov, a new government website designed to help the public navigate the federal government.

Apple Pay has launched in India, with Axis Bank credit cards on the Visa and Mastercard networks accepted initially. Major banks including HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank and SBI Bank are not supporting the service at launch. India's domestic RuPay card network is not compatible with Apple Pay.

A 17-year-old boy arrested in connection with a crash on the A163 at Barlby, near Selby, in North Yorkshire has been released from custody. The crash killed a teenager and injured two other people.

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey announced Tuesday that the state has been awarded $258,788 in federal grant funding to enhance the West Virginia State Police Forensic Laboratory. The funds will support forensic analyst training and certifications as well as the purchase of laboratory equipment.

The New York Giants have released three-time All-Pro receiver Odell Beckham Jr. after he played only 20 snaps across three games.

Pressure is mounting for the next United Nations secretary-general to be a woman, marking the first time in the organisation's more than 80-year history. The push comes as efforts to advance gender equality face a backlash globally.

The University of Nebraska-Lincoln Police Department has released safety reports warning the campus of a man accused of unwanted fondling and kissing toward a community member, and separately of sexually assaulting a student early Tuesday morning. Authorities are also investigating a report of hazing on the campus during the fall 2026 semester.

Charles Kelley, the 45-year-old Grammy-winning singer from country music band Lady A, has been diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a rare blood cancer. The condition was discovered after he experienced unexplained rib fractures. Kelley announced the diagnosis via Instagram on Tuesday alongside his wife, Cassie McConnell, saying he currently feels 'great' and is 'hopeful' about the outcome.

A 67-year-old man died after a driver lost control of their vehicle and struck him at Whistle Espress Car Wash in Charleston, South Carolina.

A 67-year-old man was killed at Whistle Espress Car Wash in Charleston, South Carolina after a driver lost control of their vehicle and struck him.

Around 50 Essex and Suffolk firefighters tackled a major industrial fire at a commercial premises on Sturmer Road, New England, near Haverhill. The fire was at a car showroom. Firefighters used a water bowser to fight the blaze.

Jack Smith testified before the Senate on a criminal investigation into Donald Trump. No further details of his testimony were provided in the available reports.

Jack Smith testified before the Senate on a criminal investigation into Donald Trump. No further details are provided in the available reports.

Anne Hathaway stars in Verity, a psychological thriller based on a Colleen Hoover novel, alongside Dakota Johnson and Josh Hartnett. The film is described as one where trust is elusive.

The US Treasury Department has automatically enrolled eligible children in Trump Accounts, potentially adding up to 60 million accounts. Children cannot access the accounts until they turn 18, and the accounts can only be used for specific purposes such as paying for a home or education. Parents no longer need to sign up manually for their child to receive an account.

Louisiana Advanced Placement test scores are improving at twice the national rate of growth, though they remain below the national average.

Florida guard Denzel Aberdeen has been granted a temporary injunction that will allow him to play this upcoming season.

The Humane Society of Missouri, working with law enforcement, rescued over 100 animals from a property in Lawrence County, Southwest Missouri. A private individual contacted the organisation with concerns about the number of animals on the property and its condition.

A man named Jake says he became trapped in a buy now, pay later scheme through Afterpay, with payments consuming most of his wage. He initially thought the service was straightforward before the financial burden became overwhelming.

A campaign for a Garden Island Highway to relieve traffic congestion around HMAS Stirling has encountered obstacles.

A wildlife rescue group is urging residents across Perth's southern suburbs to watch for southwestern snake-necked turtles as nesting season begins. The turtles are moving away from waterways to lay eggs at the start of spring.

Multiple Major League Baseball wild card playoff series are underway. The Chicago White Sox defeated the Houston Astros 6-3 in Game 1 of their AL wild card series on Tuesday, with Colson Montgomery hitting a solo home run and Sam Antonacci driving in two runs. The Cubs are playing the Padres in the National League Wild Card, while the Yankees lead the Red Sox 1-0 in their AL Wild Card series heading into Game 2.

Andy Burnham has insisted he is 'utterly determined' to prove John Swinney wrong after the Scottish National Party leader referred to him as the 'last prime minister' of the United Kingdom. Burnham rejected the characterisation.

Authorities in Chengdu, China, have granted a rare exemption to singer Na Ying after she performed an unapproved song at a weekend concert.

A volunteer group has salvaged a waterlogged mattress from a river.

Firefighters tackled a fire in the open in a residential street in Heworth, York.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced at the Labour Party conference that the state pension triple lock will be adjusted from April 2030. The current mechanism raises pensions each year by whichever is greater of inflation, average wage growth or 2.5 per cent. From 2030, it will link only to inflation and the 2.5 per cent floor, removing the earnings link. Burnham said the savings will fund a new national care service, though he admitted there may be a 'shortfall'. Government analysis shows the reforms will take over 14 years to deliver savings exceeding £10 billion annually. The announcement has drawn criticism from opposition parties and internal party divisions among the Liberal Democrats.

Jeremy Clarkson has teased plans for a new show he describes as 'bigger' than Celebrity Traitors. The Mirror reports that Clarkson confirmed the sixth series of Clarkson's Farm has already been filmed.

Legislation passed by the Senate formally ends the production of pennies after 234 years. The bill has been sent to President Donald Trump's desk.

Athletics outfielder Zack Gelof has filed a lawsuit against the Tigers, Ilitch Holdings and the Detroit-Wayne County Stadium Authority after his right knee struck exposed metal fencing at Comerica Park during a game. According to Gelof, the injury occurred when he 'violently struck' his knee against the fence whilst sliding to catch a fly ball, resulting in a cut that sidelined him for about a month.

American tennis player Ben Shelton has described his relationship with US women's soccer star Trinity Rodman as entering its 'most grueling' phase, calling it 'crunch time'. Rodman attended Shelton's US Open final run earlier this month. The couple have discussed how they dealt with the disappointment from the tournament.

Former UK prime minister Boris Johnson has been slammed by notable individuals after making an immigration claim. The specific details of his statement and the identities of those criticising him were not provided.

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones expressed frustration over his team's loss to the Baltimore Ravens, blaming errors in game management by the coaching staff. Jones said he found no satisfying explanation for what happened in the final moments. Offensive coordinator Brian Schottenheimer promised to improve.

A road closure in a North Yorkshire town has forced residents to take an eight-mile diversion to reach their own town. The Mayor of Norton is asking motorists to follow diversion signs as the closure comes into force. A local councillor has described the level of disruption as 'unacceptable'. A meeting was held to discuss potential steps to improve access while the roadworks are carried out.

The NFL has moved the Packers versus Bears game on October 11 to an earlier kickoff time of noon. The match will take place at Lambeau Field.

Apple has updated Final Cut Camera to support the iPhone 18 Pro's new variable aperture feature, allowing users to adjust aperture settings and choose between aperture priority and shutter priority modes. The app has been redesigned to give easy access to professional settings including shutter angle, ISO and white balance. Third-party camera app Halide has also been updated with support for the feature, offering users full control over aperture settings across the camera's entire range, beyond the four-stop limit available in Apple's standard Camera app.

An accused police officer is alleged to have made purchases including cleaning products, quick-set concrete and four large board covers following the death of his ex-partner.

Governor Kelly Armstrong has appointed Minot attorney Christene Reierson to fill a judge's seat in the North Central Judicial District. Reierson has run her own law firm since 2015 and previously worked as an assistant state's attorney. She will take office on 16 November.

Richard Day, 30, from Morley has been jailed for 12 years for raping a girl during years of abuse. The victim came forward, with officials commending her bravery in reporting the crimes.

A judge has found a woman charged with the attempted murder of Rihanna to be mentally competent to stand trial. The ruling allows the case to proceed.

A worker died after being pulled into a conveyor at an aggregates site in east London.

A ConsumerAffairs analysis has found that nine of the ten most car-poor states are in the South. The analysis examines what is driving this trend and offers advice on how drivers can address the issue.

A ConsumerAffairs analysis has found that nine of the ten states where drivers feel most 'car poor' are located in the South. The analysis examines what is driving this regional trend.

During a Senate hearing, GOP Sen. Eric Schmitt accused special counsel Jack Smith of attending an NBA game between the Atlanta Hawks and Golden State Warriors in Atlanta in February 2024. Smith clarified he had attended a University of Iowa Hawkeyes game, but in Maryland. Sen. Amy Klobuchar noted that Schmitt had confused two sports teams.

Epizootic haemorrhagic disease virus has been confirmed in cattle in Waukesha County, Wisconsin. The virus has also been detected in both wild and captive deer in the region.

A woman was injured when a car hit her on Temple Row in Birmingham city centre at around 4.30pm on 29 September, before the vehicle crashed into a building. West Midlands Police said her injuries were not thought to be life-changing. The driver remained at the scene and is assisting police with their enquiries.

Emergency services attended Clifton Mount in Rotherham on Tuesday after reports of an explosion. A man was found dead at the scene around 1.18pm. South Yorkshire Police have launched an investigation.

A 46-year-old cyclist was struck by an e-bike ridden by a 15-year-old in Thornaby, Teesside, on 31 January, leaving him with life-changing injuries. The Daily Mail reports that two 15-year-olds were captured on CCTV doing wheelies and speeding on Sur-Ron bikes. Metro states the rider involved was singular.

Odell Beckham Jr.'s return to the New York Giants has ended after just three games in which he caught no passes. The wide receiver is being released by the team.

OpenAI is expanding ChatGPT's capabilities with dedicated sidebar homes, interactive panels, file viewers and support for automations. The company is launching an office suite and a new Spaces environment for humans and AI agents to collaborate, moves that put it in direct competition with traditional software companies and app store models.

OpenAI has launched Dots, always-on AI agents designed to compete with Meta's Muse agent. Announced by CEO Sam Altman at OpenAI's annual DevDay conference for developers in San Francisco, Dots are powered by the GPT-6 Astra model and can handle multistep tasks across more than 4,000 connected apps. The agents are described as capable of operating continuously in the background, learning user preferences over time and pursuing user-defined goals with minimal oversight. According to OpenAI, Dots can schedule meetings, arrange travel and debug computer systems. The launch comes weeks after Meta released Muse and follows OpenAI's decision to scrap a planned model release over safety concerns.

OpenAI has launched a $500 monthly Pro subscription while also reducing the features of its existing $200 tier. The company is in talks to raise $30 billion at a $1.4 trillion valuation. This funding round is expected to be the last before a delayed public debut anticipated in 2027. Ars Technica reports the IPO delay is linked to AI safety concerns.

Morocco's King Mohammed VI has appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as the country's first female prime minister, making her only the second woman to hold the position in the Arab world. El Mansouri's centre-right Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) won last week's parliamentary elections. She previously served as mayor of Marrakesh and as a member of parliament. Her government is expected to make billions of dollars in investments linked to the 2030 FIFA World Cup whilst addressing inflation, wages and job creation.

North Yorkshire Police has issued a warning after receiving more than 50 reports of fraudsters posing as police officers.

A dog in Colorado has been praised for helping to locate three children who went missing from a campground. The children had wandered away from the site before being found with the dog's assistance.

A dog in Colorado is receiving praise for helping find three children who were missing from a campground. The sheriff's office confirmed the dog's role in locating the wandered children.

Hopwood DePree, a 56-year-old Hollywood filmmaker, has lost a High Court battle with Rochdale Borough Council over his family's 600-year-old Hopwood Hall in Greater Manchester. DePree said the council locked him out of the property, which he had been working to restore after it fell into neglect.

The US has targeted people and firms around the globe that it has accused of being financial facilitators or enablers of Iran's military supply chain. The status of diplomatic talks between the countries remains uncertain.

Sebastien Pocognoli has taken charge as Scotland's new head coach and is not concerned by the team's goalscoring problems despite facing the prospect of an all-time record low in their upcoming match against North Macedonia. Pocognoli has expressed reassurance in his backing and highlighted Rangers and Hearts players as leaders within the squad. Scotland Under-21s have started their campaign with a win, with Hearts' James Wilson among the goalscorers.

A data center developer is offering $50 million to Hazle Township in Pennsylvania's Pocono region if the campus reaches two gigawatts of computing capacity. The company is also offering $10,000 payments to about 4,500 local households to secure support for the project.

Five British nationals were arrested in the early hours of Sunday after a member of the public reported suspicious activity involving three vans near RAF Fairford, a Gloucestershire airbase. Following extensive examination by police with military and forensic support, no improvised explosive devices were found in the vans, though a quantity of petrol was recovered. The five men have been released on bail. Assistant Commissioner Laurence Taylor of Counter Terrorism Policing said the decision to release them on bail was grounded in experience and strategy. The Japan Times reports that investigators believe it may involve proxies for Iran but are keeping an open mind to other possibilities.

The Metropolitan Police conducted 24 raids across several counties including Essex, resulting in 17 arrests. The operation targeted an organised crime group. A fourth man has been charged following the raids.

A collection of unheard Oasis recordings, valued at between £1.2m and £1.6m, has been withdrawn from sale following legal action by the band. The recordings were listed by Littleton Auctions in Worcestershire in September and included 63 live shows, hours of rehearsals and candid conversations between Noel and Liam Gallagher. The material was compiled by the band's former sound engineer, Huw Richards.

The New York Giants have released wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr after just three games into his return to the franchise. Beckham had signed a one-year deal worth $1.3 million in June, rejoining the team that drafted him in 2014. He finished his stint without recording a catch.

McDonald's is using artificial intelligence to dynamically price menu items based on each store's customers' perceived willingness to pay. Franchisees have reported that the algorithm has widened price gaps for identical items at different locations within the same neighbourhoods, according to reports.

Origin Genomics founder Cathy Tie is making the case that gene-editing human embryos should be legalised, arguing it is a 'moral imperative' to address hereditary diseases. The practice remains highly controversial and risky, but the startup aims to prove the potential benefits outweigh the risks.

BrewDog's US owner Tilray, which acquired the craft beer firm for £33m in March following its collapse into administration, is investing more than £50m to improve the company's beers, pubs and working conditions. The new owner has urged drinkers to give the brand 'a second chance'. The firm experienced sales drops of up to 20 per cent following the takeover, which the new owner attributes partly to 'negative' media reports.

An explosion has occurred in South Yorkshire, with a cordon remaining in place at the scene. New pictures show the aftermath of the incident.

Heavy fighting has continued in southwestern Yemen between Houthi rebels attempting to advance and Yemeni government forces. Both sides have acknowledged the clashes.

Ashlands Bonfire returns on Saturday, November 7 for its 40th anniversary celebration. The event is set to feature the largest firework display in its history. Tickets are now on sale for what is described as one of the area's most anticipated family events.

The FTSE 100 fell as European bond market turmoil pushed western government borrowing costs to multi-decade highs. One report described it as the index's worst single-day sell-off since May. Outlets reported different closing figures, with losses ranging from 0.5% to 1.7%.

An arson at a community centre in Scarborough has caused £3,000 of damage. The Gazette & Herald reports it as alleged arson.

Athletics outfielder Zack Gelof has filed a lawsuit against the Detroit Tigers, Ilitch Holdings and the Detroit-Wayne County Stadium Authority for damages. The lawsuit follows an incident last summer when his right knee slammed into a Comerica Park fence during a game.

Pete Wicks has opened up about his romance with Olivia Attwood, describing it as unexpected and saying he has fallen in love for the first time. Attwood revealed the moment Wicks's feelings for her began, which came shortly after her split from footballer Bradley Dack.

Ulster head coach Richie Murphy has recalled five Ireland internationals for this weekend's URC match against Glasgow, following the team's loss to Edinburgh last Friday. Murphy has said players are accountable and demanded a positive reaction from his squad. One player is set to make his 150th appearance.

Christchurch Town Council has announced details of this year's Christmas light display. The switch-on event is scheduled for Saturday 28 November.

Two men aged 22 and 23 have been arrested in the West Midlands on suspicion of fraud by false representation and money laundering. The arrests relate to a pilgrimage fraud case targeting elderly people.

Residents in Honingham have been warned to expect overnight noise on 3 October as work continues on the £200m-plus upgrade of the A47.

Two men have appeared in court charged with offences linked to the discovery of a £1m cannabis grow in North Yorkshire.

Alan Taylor, an external member of the Bank of England's Monetary Policy Committee, has said the case for raising interest rates is not compelling. He has downplayed the need for rate increases, saying he sees no evidence that price rises from energy cost jumps are filtering into the wider economy.

Police have released an image of a man following a sexual assault on a woman aboard a bus in Great Barr. The force is appealing for information to identify him.

Andy Burnham has announced plans to consider scrapping the state pension triple lock as part of discussions about funding a national care service. The move reflects difficult choices about how to pay for social care.

An unexploded Second World War bomb discovered in Falmouth docks has been safely detonated at sea after a week. The discovery led to about 2,000 people being evacuated from their homes. The Royal Navy detonated the device underwater.

A popular North Yorkshire actor has been confirmed as one of the hosts of a prime-time television programme.

A 41-year-old Newtownabbey man is accused of using a blowtorch-type gas lighter to burn his girlfriend's hair during an incident allegedly motivated by jealousy. The court heard he also armed himself with a hammer and is accused of twisting a hammer spike into her skin after accusing her of fancying one of his neighbours.

A car struck pedestrians in Temple Row, Birmingham city centre before ploughing into a building. Police attended the scene. At least one woman was among those hit.

Bruno Fernandes missed Portugal's recent clash with Norway due to injury but appears set to return for his nation's next fixture. Manchester United have also been hit by injuries to other players during the international break, leaving manager Michael Carrick facing fresh concerns.

Rounton Coffee has relocated to a 6,000 square foot unit at Teesside Industrial Estate in Thornaby, three times the size of its former headquarters near Northallerton. The company plans to double production at the new site.

A redundant building at Hartlepool Sixth Form College is set for demolition by the end of the year. Demolition is hoped to start around November 30 and be completed by December. No redevelopment is yet planned.

Manchester City have been found guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules spanning 2009-10 to 2017-18. The ruling has shocked the football world. The club now awaits punishment from the Premier League.

Manchester City were found guilty of breaching 114 of the 115 financial charges brought against them by the Premier League. Prime Minister Andy Burnham defended the club, saying it would be wrong to jump to conclusions and that his dealings with City while mayor of Greater Manchester stand up to scrutiny. The club is appealing the verdict and says it has evidence to clear its name.

Microsoft has officially announced Xbox Mythic Achievements, which work similarly to PlayStation Platinum trophies and are unlocked by earning every original achievement in a game. The feature is available for Xbox Insiders to test and applies retroactively to previously completed games.

The UN Security Council extended the mandate of the Gang Suppression Force in Haiti for six months until 31 March, largely to protect elections. Security force members deployed to Haiti have struggled to make progress against criminal groups as violence continues.

Hampshire's new combined authority has approved its pay framework despite warnings from leaders that higher salaries could draw senior staff from existing councils, triggering a 'brain drain'. Some leaders have warned the pay scales could 'trigger something disastrous' for other authorities.

Political spending by AI and cryptocurrency interests is increasing as the 2024 US midterms approach. The Economist reports concerns about payment cards linked to cryptocurrency accounts potentially enabling Chinese purchases of American AI models.

Newcastle United manager Matthias Jaissle met with the media on Tuesday to discuss his tenure at the club. The new manager spoke about his footballing philosophy, his influences in the sport, and aspects of his playing career including a previous neck tumour and ACL injury. Seven Newcastle players were absent from training during the session.

An independent commission found Manchester City guilty of all charges related to breaches of Premier League financial rules spanning 2009-10 to 2017-18. The charges allegedly involved 'sham' contracts and financial breaches totalling nearly £1 billion. The club now faces the threat of severe sanctions.

Kristin Sargent, a 21-year-old University of Georgia student, fell from an eighth-floor window at her apartment building in Athens, Georgia on Saturday evening while dancing on a couch. She survived the fall and is recovering in intensive care with several broken bones. Fox News reports that a metal bench may have broken her fall onto the pool deck below.

Iran's currency fell to a new record low on Tuesday, with traders in Tehran exchanging more than 2.5 million rials to the U.S. dollar. The decline reflects the impact of the war in the Middle East on Iran's economic stability.

Tom Cruise's latest film Digger, written and directed by The Revenant and Birdman's Alejandro González Iñárritu, marks his return to eccentric cinema after more than a decade away from the action genre. In the film, Cruise plays an eccentric oil tycoon who accidentally unleashes an ecological disaster. Critics have been sharply divided in their responses, with some praising the film's audacity and satirical ambition whilst others have called it unfunny and pointless. Reviews range from describing it as 'a masterpiece' to 'insufferable'. The film's marketing team has embraced its divisive reputation in a new campaign highlighting the split critical reaction.

Oscar-winning actor Brendan Fraser was seen filming part of a new Mummy film at MOD Woodbridge in Suffolk. The film also stars Rachel Weisz and is known as The Mummy 4.

Glow Security discovered more than 13,000 publicly accessible images exposing corporate development work. The images were posted by AI models, which TechRadar reports appeared unaware of the privacy implications.

Tom Cruise stars as an oil billionaire in Digger, a new satire by Mexican director Alejandro González Iñárritu about an ecological catastrophe. The film also features John Goodman, Riz Ahmed and Sandra Hüller. Critics are divided on the film's merits.

The Prince and Princess of Wales visited Leeds Rhinos to learn about the legacy of former player Rob Burrow, who died following motor neurone disease. They shared memories with ex-teammates during the visit.

Persimmon Homes has applied to make significant changes to its controversial Bank Hey Farm housing development in Blackburn, with the redesign cutting the number of homes. The builder wants to construct larger homes.

Apple CEO John Ternus is restructuring the company to accelerate product development and launch new devices more often, according to Bloomberg. The plans include moving away from the traditional spring and fall product-release cycles and introducing new devices throughout the year. Ternus also aims to create a leaner organisation with greater focus on engineering and closer collaboration between engineers and executives.

Prime minister Andy Burnham says he will fight the next election on a manifesto promising electoral reform, proposing a national commission on the issue and suggesting proportional representation so that 'everyone's vote counts'. He has invited other parties to take part in the commission.

An independent Dartmoor pizza restaurant called The Pizza Bros is opening a new location in Exeter city centre. The family-run establishment is expanding from its current Dartmoor base to bring its pizzas to the city.

The US Education Department has extended the enrollment deadline for federal student loan borrowers to sign up for autopay and receive a 1% reduction in interest rates. The Trump administration announced the extension to give more borrowers time to access the reduced rate.

Libraries Unlimited, the organisation that manages Devon's libraries, is carrying out an internal consultation that campaigners fear could lead to cuts in library supervisor roles. The organisation has stated it would be 'inappropriate' to comment on the ongoing process.

A toddler allegedly brought a loaded handgun to Children's World Early Learning Center in Michigan. No one was injured when the boy displayed the gun in a holster. One parent has been arrested and police say the parents face charges.

Two US Navy aviators ejected while landing their plane on the USS Dwight D. Eisenhower aircraft carrier off the coast of Virginia. The incident also injured other sailors aboard the vessel. The outlets differ on the number injured: TribLIVE reports four others hurt, while the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reports six.

Yaw Boahene, 57, was exiting a northbound A-train at a Brooklyn subway station around 6 p.m. when his bag got caught in the closing doors, reportedly dragging him onto the tracks.

Wilber Rafael Garcés Pérez, a Venezuelan DoorDash delivery driver, has been charged with assaulting a federal officer after being shot by an ICE agent in Texas earlier this month. Federal prosecutors say he struck an officer with his car's side-view mirror while driving away. Garcés Pérez remains in custody following a federal judge's ruling. Al Jazeera reports that he has disputed the government's account of what led to the shooting. The exact circumstances of the incident remain contested between the two accounts.

Energy bills in Great Britain have risen 4 per cent from today, with the average dual-fuel household paying £1,723 per year. Multiple outlets warn of a further 16 per cent increase forecast for January, which would add approximately £276 to annual bills. The rises are hitting millions of households as Britain's cost of living pressures mount. Food prices are also expected to soar for at least two more years. Campaigners have urged the government to introduce support measures for households facing these increases, with pressure on Chancellor John Healey to offer fresh energy support in the upcoming budget.

Kristi Noem, the former Trump administration homeland security chief and former governor of South Dakota, has filed for divorce from her husband Bryon Noem after 34 years of marriage. The filing cites irreconcilable differences. The divorce comes months after tabloid reports about Bryon Noem's online activities.

JR Smith, a two-time NBA champion, was arrested in northern Texas on a charge of assault causing bodily injury in a family violence incident. Fox News reports that a licence plate reader stop led to his arrest on an outstanding warrant.

US Treasury yields have extended their decline as 30-year and 10-year yields hit their highest levels since 2002. The selloff has been driven by inflation concerns and surging oil prices, with yields lower on Wednesday before rising again on Thursday amid a global sell-off in government debt.

A new report has ranked the top ten countries for tourism in 2026, with European destinations heavily dominating the list. The United States has slipped in the rankings compared to previous years.

Flood alerts have been issued across Cornwall, warning that high tides, strong winds and large waves could lead to flooding in exposed coastal communities and along estuaries. Parts of Cornwall and Devon are affected.

Jordan Burton has been jailed for life for murder after his victim Daniel Allright died from an epileptic fit more than 15 years after a gang attack. Burton was aged 14 when he was involved in the assault on Allright in Lewisham, south-east London in 2006, during which Allright suffered a serious head injury from being struck with wood and a bicycle chain. Burton was convicted of murder following a trial at the Old Bailey and sentenced to life imprisonment. The Mirror reports that Burton is a former Crystal Palace youth player who was released by the club aged 13 due to injury. The Mail states that he was sentenced to at least ten years. Allright died after suffering an epileptic fit in a bath, which outlets attribute to the original head injury sustained during the attack.

The Northern Ireland secretary Chris Bryant is holding talks with both sides over the controversial Drumcree parade dispute. The nationalist Garvaghy Road Residents' Coalition has launched a fresh legal challenge to reimpose a ban on Orange Order marching down their road, though the group has signalled it would accept a resolution document if the Orange Order does likewise. Bryant said an end to the dispute is 'tantalisingly close', though a DUP representative has said the proposed deal is not acceptable.

Simone Biles is undecided about whether to compete at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. The gymnast has said a return on home soil would be enjoyable, though she has not yet made a final decision.

Diesel prices have reached a record 199.18p per litre, raising concerns about potential fuel shortages in Norfolk. Charles Sanders, owner of Sanders Coaches, has warned that the record prices could add more than half a million pounds to his firm's annual costs.

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday that the Pentagon has cut 20 per cent of its generals and admirals positions as part of a wider overhaul of the armed services. Hegseth described the move as aimed at 'accountability' and reducing bureaucracy. He stated the cuts targeted officers who did not align with his approach to military priorities. The reductions were announced during his 'State of the Force' address. DW News reports the defence secretary has also unveiled other major changes, including a new drone command and an Elon Musk-led task force to assess the future of warfare. Politico Europe notes that some of these initiatives appear to contradict efforts to reduce the department's overall costs.

Actress Camryn Manheim made remarks at a Human Rights Campaign dinner stating she 'always wanted a gay son', commenting that her son Milo turned out to be heterosexual. Her comments have prompted online backlash.

Jordan Burton has been found guilty of murdering Daniel Allright, who suffered a serious head injury during an assault in Lewisham in 2006 and died over 15 years later. Burton was 14 years old when he attacked the 16-year-old Allright. The head injury led to fatal epilepsy years after the initial assault. Burton, now in his early thirties, has been jailed for life at the Old Bailey for the murder conviction.

OpenAI held its annual DevDay event on 29 September in San Francisco, with CEO Sam Altman delivering the keynote and announcing 20+ product launches. Protesters gathered outside the event, organised by more than a dozen groups, calling for the company to 'put people over profit'.

The Instax Pal 2 is a small digital camera with 10-megapixel capability, twin displays and tactile controls. It can transfer images wirelessly to smartphones and offers software filters.

An Oxfordshire MP has demanded answers after average speed camera plans for the A420 were scrapped. Oxford's police commissioner has responded to the concerns about the road, which has been described as historically dangerous.

A £350,000 contract is set to be awarded to reconstruct a collapsed retaining wall at Knaresborough's Viaduct Terrace. The Knaresborough Viaduct carries passenger trains connecting Leeds, Harrogate and York.

Harrogate Spring Water will appeal against North Yorkshire Council's rejection of its bottling plant expansion plans. Campaigners have vowed to defend Rotary Wood against the expansion.

A lorry fire has caused significant delays on roads between Worcester and nearby towns. The incident affected the A4440 between Worcester and Rushwick, and the A449 Worcester Road on the outskirts of Malvern, with firefighters called to tackle the flames.

Colchester is to get a new bus station at Painters Yard, the former Queen Street site, 14 years after buses stopped using the old station. The new transport interchange is planned for part of the old bus station site. According to the city council's leader, the new transport hub could be open by 2029. Bus users have mixed opinions about the plans, and some councillors have expressed concern that the new station will not address wider issues affecting the bus network.

An initial investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct found no evidence of 'tactical contact' or the use of a stinger before a fatal collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough last month. The crash killed two police officers, PC Tom Clough and PC Matthew Blades, along with five occupants of a Volkswagen Passat that was being driven the wrong way down the road. The IOPC launched its investigation following a pursuit involving Cleveland Police officers.

Leeds Bradford Airport plans to offer up to £5,500 each to approximately 750 nearby homes for noise insulation measures such as double glazing and air conditioning. The airport reported a loss of £6.6m in its last financial year despite recording its busiest year ever, with CEO Vincent Hodder citing the figures as justification for expanding operations.

Three teenagers died after a black Audi A3 went through a barrier and entered the River Wear near Wearmouth Bridge in Sunderland at around 1.30pm on Tuesday. The bodies of Jackson Duke, 17, and 16-year-olds Luke Etheridge and Zara Shaw were recovered from the water. A 17-year-old boy who survived the incident was arrested on suspicion of causing death by dangerous driving. The Daily Mail reports the driver was 'in the wrong gear' when the car crashed through the metal barrier.

Sydney Sweeney has shared lingerie selfies wearing an 'SB' initial necklace, which fans have interpreted as a tribute to her boyfriend, music mogul Scooter Braun. A source told Page Six that Braun considers Sweeney 'the modern Marilyn Monroe'.

Paramount Skydance has secured a settlement with 12 US states that had attempted to block its £80bn takeover of rival film studio Warner Bros Discovery. A federal judge has approved the settlement, allowing the merger to proceed.

Kentucky State Police Trooper Hayden W. Phillips, 28, was fatally shot during a traffic stop on I-65 at the Jefferson-Bullitt county line. Governor Andy Beshear ordered state flags to half-staff to honour him.

Saracens have changed boss Brendan Venter's job title to 'head of rugby culture and wine consultant' in an apparent attempt to avoid undertaking media duties. Venter's refusal to fulfil media obligations has already cost the club £5,000 in fines, and the move risks further penalties from the Premiership.

A study by researchers at Northeastern University found that connected cars and their companion apps regularly share detailed data with major tech companies and data brokers. The research exposed trackers embedded in both vehicles and their associated mobile applications.

A major North Yorkshire road will close for essential maintenance next month, requiring drivers to take an almost 55-mile diversion. Multiple other roads across North Yorkshire are also set for temporary closures and speed limit changes during the same period.

A single-engine plane carrying four people crashed in a cornfield near East Troy, Wisconsin on Sunday. Skydivers from a nearby recreational jump aircraft witnessed the crash and jumped to reach the site. Some of the skydivers had paramedic training and provided medical assistance to a seriously injured victim before ground-based rescue crews arrived.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has unveiled the city's first municipal antisemitism plan, a 33-page strategy covering synagogue security and Jewish history education. Critics say the plan fails to define antisemitism formally or acknowledge Israel as a Jewish state. Three Manhattan rabbis report they were not consulted on the plan or funding allocation. Some critics note the omission of Israel; others praise the approach for not conflating Jews with the state.

President Trump has launched America.gov, an AI-powered website intended to consolidate federal government services in one place, including passport applications and Medicare enrollment. The site uses artificial intelligence chatbots powered by Google's Gemini and Elon Musk's Grok to guide users through bureaucratic processes. Trump described it as 'a restoration of America's founding promise'. The initiative comes as Trump plans to meet with major technology executives to discuss the future of artificial intelligence. France 24 reports that the chatbot's responses have been inconsistent, initially challenging some of Trump's claims about the 2020 election and inflation before later refusing to answer similar questions.

Republican senator Mike Lee of Utah blocked a bipartisan bill on Monday night that would have prevented the demolition of any presidential memorial without Congress's approval. The Protecting Presidential Memorials Act, co-written by Democrat Jeff Merkley of Oregon and Republican Lisa Murkowski of Alaska, would have specifically protected the Kennedy Center.

The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Atlanta Braves 4-3 in Atlanta on Wednesday to force a decisive Game 3 in their National League Wild Card series. The Phillies scored three solo home runs to come from behind and keep their season alive, setting up a winner-take-all match on Thursday.

Disney+ released a trailer on Tuesday for the second half of Rivals season two. The show will pick up after a mid-season finale, with Lord Baddingham grieving his wife Monica's death, while the affair between Freddie Jones and Lizzie Vereker intensifies.

Multiple crashes have caused disruption across Wiltshire. A three-car collision on the A4 near a village injured three people. A serious crash on the A350 saw an air ambulance land at the scene, with one person hospitalised. A two-van crash on the A303 near Cholderton caused fuel spillage and road closures.

The Prime Minister has announced new legislation to allow public ownership of water firms. Mayors will also be given new powers to hold failing water companies to account.

Actor Jacob Elordi confronted photographers in Paris on Monday night while on a date with Kendall Jenner. In a viral video, he asked snappers to allow them to 'just walk home back to their hotel'. According to the New York Post, Jenner has accompanied Elordi on house-hunting trips in Los Angeles, though the two are not shopping for a home together.

Spotify experienced an outage affecting thousands of users worldwide. The problems affected both the mobile app and desktop versions, with users unable to search for songs and experiencing server connection issues. The Independent Tech reports that the problem appeared to affect only some users and some parts of the app.

Actor John Goodman, 74, appeared at the Los Angeles premiere of his film Digger on Monday evening, showing off a dramatic weight loss of more than 14 stone. According to the Evening Standard, Goodman has shed the weight after giving up drinking in 2007. He attended the event with his wife of 36 years, Anna Beth.

Patrick Branco Ruivo, who runs the Eiffel Tower Operating Company (Sete), will leave his position at the end of the year following controversy over the removal of female workers during a private visit by members of BAPS, a Hindu religious group, earlier this month. The decision to exclude women staff triggered a strike that forced the landmark to close for a day and sparked widespread outrage in France. An investigation found management failures were responsible. The company described the removal of female staff as 'unacceptable'.

An air ambulance attended an incident in Ipswich town centre near the New Wolsey Theatre. The air ambulance landed at Alderman Park near Portman Road Stadium after a private property incident.

A High Sheriff has abseiled down the Spinnaker Tower, raising more than £18,500 for a foundation that supports grassroots charities and community groups across the region. The pair involved in the fundraising effort have collected the money through the abseil challenge.

A Gaboon viper, a highly venomous African snake estimated at four to five feet long, was reported in a residential neighborhood in Orange County, California. Santa Ana Police responded to the report on Monday and warned residents to maintain their distance from the area.

Netflix has announced The One About Matthew Perry, a three-part documentary series premiering next month. The streaming platform describes it as the first in-depth documentary about the late Friends actor. A newly released trailer features interviews with Perry's family and friends, including his sister Mia Perry Bowick, who discusses his struggles with addiction.

Amazon has launched new versions of its entry-level Kindle, Kindle Paperwhite and Kindle Colorsoft e-readers. The devices are thinner and lighter than previous models, with power buttons moved from the bottom to the right side. The new Kindles feature flat-surface displays without bezels and come in multiple colour options. The base Kindle is 30 percent faster at opening books. The devices also use an aluminium build as part of their redesigned frames.

The University of Bath has launched an investigation into allegations that members of a sports club planned to spike the drinks of female students during Freshers' Week. The university said it takes the allegations 'extremely seriously' and is aware of claims made on social media.

South West Water pleaded guilty to 24 environmental charges after the Environment Agency investigated pollution incidents across Devon and Cornwall between January 2015 and July 2021. A judge described the company as 'reckless', noting that on one occasion untreated sewage gushed through a harbour wall on a bank holiday weekend, with engineers taking 10 hours to attend.

Warwickshire County Council is preparing Cape Road car park in Warwick for affordable housing. The proposal comes as the council considers the future of the derelict Barrack Street offices.

Nathalie Belizaire, 29, was arrested in Miami after allegedly leaving her four young children alone at her North Miami Beach home to go on a cruise to the Bahamas. Bodycam footage showed the children hiding in a bathroom. A judge criticised her conduct in court.

Technics has launched the EAH-A1000 over-ear headphones with magnetic fluid drivers designed to reduce audio distortion. TechRadar's early review describes them as comfortable and expansive-sounding, suggesting they could become class-leading in their category.

Slipknot have faced criticism for booking Marilyn Manson as a support act. Manson has been accused of sexual assault by multiple women, which he denies. The Guardian argues the booking contradicts heavy metal's values of uplifting the downtrodden.

Austin Reaves' press conference was interrupted during a media day event. The New York Post reports that Reaves was discussing his experience with teammate Walker Kessler when he abruptly stopped, apparently distracted by something remarkable happening nearby, possibly involving Luka Doncic making consecutive half-court shots.

Kyra Kinnison, a Kansas State University junior, was standing on the side of Highway K-18 near Ogden after being involved in a four-vehicle crash when she jumped to avoid an oncoming truck and fell 70 feet from the overpass. She survived the fall.

JMW Turner's 1835 painting Rome, From Mount Aventine is on display in Rome for the first time in almost 200 years at Palazzo Rondinini. The work, described as Turner's 'great love letter' to the city, will also visit Hong Kong and New York before an auction in London in December, where it is expected to set a record price.

Andy Burnham has promised to put the country on a new path as he delivered his first Labour conference speech as the party leader and Prime Minister. He vowed to end what he described as 'drift and division' in UK politics.

Dutch police arrested a 24-year-old Amsterdam man in connection with ShinyHunters, the cybercriminal group that claimed responsibility for hacking the FBI's jobs website. The hacking group claimed it had defaced FBIJobs.gov and stolen data about FBI personnel and job applicants, including Social Security numbers and home addresses. According to BBC World, the suspect was arrested before the alleged cyber attack took place. The Independent World and TechCrunch report that the man is also accused of attempting to arrange two murders, with TechCrunch stating that murder plans were found on his laptop. Dutch authorities made the arrest on 15 September, days before ShinyHunters publicly claimed responsibility for the FBI breach.

A car has plunged into the River Wear in Sunderland near Wearmouth Bridge, triggering a major emergency response. Police, the air ambulance and the coastguard attended the scene, with lifeboat volunteers searching the water. People were asked to avoid the area.

Three teenagers died when a black Audi A3 left the road at Panns Bank near Wearmouth Bridge in Sunderland and entered the River Wear. The victims were named as Jackson Duke, 17, Zara Shaw, 16, and Luke Etheridge, 16. A 17-year-old boy was arrested but has been released on bail.

The luxurious County Down home of Jeffrey Donaldson, the disgraced former DUP leader, is for sale at £650,000. Donaldson is currently in prison awaiting sentencing. The property is listed as a modern family home.

A Russian Tu-95MS nuclear-capable strategic bomber crashed during a training flight in the Far East of Russia near Krasnoyarsk. At least six crew members were killed in the incident. Initial reports indicated there may have been survivors, with some sources reporting two survivors and others reporting one survivor who was hospitalised. The crash occurred shortly after the aircraft took off from Ukrainka air base, which Russia has used to shelter strategic bombers following Ukraine's Operation Spiderweb, which destroyed or damaged over 40 aircraft at Russian airfields in June 2025.

The A167 flyover in Gateshead has been fully demolished following its closure in December 2024 over structural collapse concerns. The six-month demolition project has now concluded with the removal of the final span.

A cocaine haul worth approximately £10.4m held as evidence in a Fiji court has been replaced with flour. Seven of the 39 cocaine bars were initially reported missing earlier this month, before forensic testing found the remaining exhibits had also been tampered with.

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by college athletes, including Riley Gaines, against the National Collegiate Athletic Association over transgender athlete eligibility rules. The judge ruled that the NCAA is not subject to Title IX regulations because it does not qualify as a recipient of federal financial assistance. The athletes plan to appeal the decision.

Iran has downplayed any role it may have played in the Houthis' recent victories in Yemen, where the group has made military gains against Saudi Arabia. DW News reports that Saudi Arabia faces uncertainty about how to counter the Houthi threat, with limited support from the US or Europe and reluctance to provoke open conflict with Iran.

Estonia has accused Russia of ordering an arson attack on Milrem Robotics, a defence company supplying unmanned vehicles to Ukraine, describing it as an act of sabotage. The Estonian government called the attack absolutely unacceptable and summoned Russia's chargé d'affaires. EU and NATO leaders have expressed support for Estonia, and Russia has been accused of launching similar sabotage attacks across several European NATO countries supporting Ukraine.

An inquiry into NHS Tayside has heard that the health board should have stopped disgraced brain surgeon Dr Sam Eljamel from operating years earlier. He was struck off in 2014 following numerous allegations of malpractice. A senior doctor told the inquiry there was a missed opportunity to intervene before he eventually stepped down.

Oil exports from the Middle East have rebounded to approximately 80 per cent of prewar levels, with crude flows through the Strait of Hormuz recovering significantly. Liquefied natural gas traffic has also increased. However, challenges remain: tanker insurance costs are elevated, some customers are still missing contracted cargoes, and crossing the Strait continues to carry geopolitical risks. Prices have remained stubbornly high despite the export recovery. CNBC reports that the recovery's sustainability is uncertain given its reliance on United States military protection of tankers in the Persian Gulf.

A Pentagon data breach exposed the personal information of approximately 2.76 million current and former U.S. military and civilian personnel. The breach, which went undetected for months, compromised Social Security numbers and employment records. The Department of Defense notified those affected.

Bamford Clough, the steepest street in Derbyshire, is to be made one-way for cars and motorbikes to improve safety. Derbyshire County Council said the street is steep and narrow with no passing places.

The Department for Work and Pensions has been granted new enforcement powers from Thursday to tackle benefit fraud and debt recovery. The DWP can now directly recover money from fraudsters' bank accounts and, in serious cases, suspend or revoke driving licences. These powers will only be used under specific circumstances.

Firefox has received a design overhaul across desktop and mobile versions. The update introduces bubble-like tabs, a rounded address bar, refreshed colours and icons, and new themes. Compact Mode has been restored.

Polaroid has announced a new instant camera called the Mod, which features a dial around the lens for switching between four 'creative shooting modes' in addition to a brightness dial for adjusting exposure. The modes allow photographers to experiment with creative effects beyond traditional aperture and shutter speed adjustments.

Luke Woodhouse beat Luke Littler, the world number one, taking a two-set lead before holding off a fightback. Littler, aged 19, has been subjected to boos by crowds at recent events. Woodhouse called on fans to get behind Littler and 'appreciate' his talents.

Three East Riding schools—Withernsea High School, Kingsway Primary and Marshlands Primary in Goole—have installed solar panels funded by a £218,000 government grant. The panels cut energy bills by £70,000 a year and reduce the schools' carbon footprint.

Will Reeve, 34-year-old son of Superman actor Christopher Reeve, has revealed a diagnosis of testicular cancer, specifically embryonal carcinoma. He initially dismissed an early symptom, thinking it would resolve itself. Reeve publicly disclosed his diagnosis on television.

England defender John Stones was convicted after his Range Rover was caught by a speed camera travelling at 43mph in a 30mph zone. He missed a police letter about the offence while playing at the World Cup. The Daily Mail Sport reports he was also using a mobile phone while driving.

A UK video game company has entered administration. The Mirror reports that 36 further jobs have been lost, with the company said to have already made up to 300 staff redundant.

Vickrum Digwa, 23, was convicted in May 2026 of murdering university student Henry Nowak, 18, and sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 21 years. He has been given permission to appeal his sentence, which he argues is too harsh. The Court of Appeal will hear his case on 5 November. The Attorney General is also appealing, arguing the sentence is too lenient.

Cumbria Community Homes faces a Charity Commission inquiry starting September 3 over trustee governance and finances. The regulator says the charity has no functioning trustee board. The commission has imposed restrictions on the charity's property and payments.

A 57-year-old man was killed at Utica Avenue subway station in Brooklyn on Monday when his shopping bag became caught between the doors of an A train as he was leaving. The bag caught him and dragged him onto the tracks, where he was hit by the train as it departed the station.

A crash on Glasgow's M8 motorway caused substantial delays during the morning rush hour. The Herald reported that tailbacks stretched back to Junction 11 with delays extending for a mile. Glasgow Live reported a separate incident involving 90-minute tailbacks on the M77 northbound following a crash, though the severity and any injuries have not been confirmed.

A former Reform UK member made scathing public comments about the Walsall Council leader during a debate about rewilding. The Express & Star reports the comments were made as part of a notice of motion, with the attacker using the term 'dictatorship'.

Ashdown Forest in Sussex is calling for stronger action against commercial fungi foragers who harvest mushrooms illegally from the woodland. Conservationists have warned that the practice is damaging the landscape and putting rare fungi species at risk.

An arrest has been made after a hit-and-run collision on West King Street in Boone, near Appalachian State, left two people seriously injured. WECT reports that the Wilmington Police Department is also investigating a separate hit-and-run involving two pedestrians that occurred last month on College Road.

Ribble Valley Borough Council has opened the Edisford Bridge Play Park in Clitheroe, a £300,000 facility featuring 150 play experiences for children aged two to 14. The park was unveiled by Ribble Valley Mayor Jan Alcock. The project is part of a broader £6.7 million council programme to upgrade sports, leisure and recreation facilities across the borough.

The 74-year-old former X Factor judge revealed on the 2 Johnnies podcast that his doctor suspects he had a minor heart attack during his recent appearance on ITV's Celebrity Big Brother. Walsh said he suffered anxiety problems and required medical attention during the show. He also disclosed that he had been diagnosed with a rare type of blood cancer during lockdown, and expressed regret about his involvement with the programme.