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▶A mother of two has been reported missing in Casper, while a man faces attempted murder charges after a Woolwich shooting. A 1960s New York club that hosted emerging and touring musicians is recalled.
Liam Neeson plays a former Special Forces commander who goes on the run after a confrontation with his ex-wife’s boyfriend ends in the man’s death. In Mark Vanselow’s directorial debut, the fugitive’s escape becomes a televised chase and attracts public support, but the review finds the film’s effort…
Haley Stevens endorsed Republican Mike Rogers in Michigan’s Senate race, despite having told Democrats hours earlier that she would not support him. The decision, made after she lost the Democratic primary to Abdul El-Sayed, prompted criticism from party figures, resignations among her staff and praise from President Donald…
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said President Donald Trump had agreed to grant an immediate visa to the mother of Javits Frimpong, a 15-year-old from Ghana who was shot dead in the Bronx. The visa would allow her to attend her son’s funeral in person. Frimpong was…
Former Myrtle Beach detective Michael DeBiase has been sentenced to probation after pleading guilty to disorderly conduct over an incident in which he pointed a gun at a colleague. The case has ended his police career: he must surrender his certification permanently and cannot seek reinstatement. The 46-year-old…
More than 350 sports figures, including Olympians Dina Asher-Smith and Tom Daley, have urged Prime Minister Andy Burnham to meet former sprinter Beth Dobbin and increase funding for ME research. Dobbin, 32, says the illness leaves her in bed for more than 22 hours a day; her campaign…
Liberal Democrat councillors in Rotherham have proposed a week-long campaign to celebrate the borough and strengthen civic pride. They say recognising the work of residents, groups and businesses could help challenge negative perceptions and build a stronger local identity. The proposal, called Let’s Have Pride in Rotherham, includes…
Congresswoman Haley Stevens faced criticism after endorsing Republican Mike Rogers over Democrat Abdul El-Sayed in Michigan’s Senate election, despite having previously supported El-Sayed. In a CNN interview, she struggled to explain the reversal, prompting the article’s author to argue that the exchange showed poor judgement and weakened her…
Sun Xun’s “Magic Atlas” has become the first animated feature selected for competition at the Tokyo International Film Festival. Made over a decade, it combines animation with woodblock prints, ink painting and vivid colour to explore memory, history and divisions between people. Set in an empire where flying…
On “Last Week Tonight”, John Oliver mocked Donald Trump’s midterm campaign rhetoric and Republican candidates’ efforts to distance themselves from him. He also turned a joke about a candidate dodging a question into a dig at Elizabeth Holmes and Billy Evans, whose appearance in the documentary “You Can…
Donald Trump ended a final push for the midterm elections with rallies in Iowa and Kansas, seeking to energise Republican voters and protect the party’s narrow congressional majorities. The campaign came as a new poll suggested Democrats were ahead in all seven closely contested Senate races, raising the…
1001 Optometry, an Australian eyewear chain, removed an advertising campaign after a social media complaint said its imagery reinforced racial stereotypes. The advert showed two Black children alongside an appeal to donate used glasses, while a white family appeared beside a discount offer, prompting criticism that people of…
The article reports signs that some white working-class voters who backed Donald Trump are turning towards Democratic candidates ahead of the midterm elections. Their shift could affect close Senate races and the balance of Congress, as voters cite dissatisfaction with the economy, the cost of living and the…
Donald Trump spent the final weekend before the US midterm elections campaigning in Florida, Iowa and Kansas, states he previously won, as Republicans sought to retain control of Congress. He urged voters to focus on his attacks on Democrats and their policies, amid frustration over rising living costs;…
Ausify has launched its second month-long campaign to make Australian music more visible, as its share of audio streams in Australia has fallen to 8.5%. The campaign argues that local music’s challenge is discovery and everyday listening habits, despite audiences expressing pride in Australian artists and a desire…
▶The English maternity care review faces questions over omitted concerns, while Washington criticises a Turkey-Libya maritime deal. Detroit techno pioneer Juan Atkins has died aged 64, and London City Lionesses’ European hopes suffer a setback.
A Learjet 60 crashed into a road in a Florida neighbourhood, killing all nine people aboard. No one on the ground was reported hurt, but the crash caused major damage and prompted evacuations; investigators are working to establish what happened. The aircraft had left Austin, Texas, for the…
Robert Hardman argues that Kemi Badenoch’s opposition to discussing reparations could help reset Britain’s relations with the Commonwealth, while warning that Keir Starmer’s offer of dialogue has sharpened tensions before the summit in Antigua. The dispute matters because King Charles, who opens the meeting, is both the UK’s…
Antigua and Barbuda Prime Minister Gaston Browne said he personally wants the country to become a republic and replace King Charles as head of state, while welcoming the King and Queen Camilla during their Caribbean visit. He also renewed calls for the UK to pay reparations for slavery,…
Susan Collins accused Chuck Schumer and Democrats of running false attack adverts against her and other Republican candidates, calling them “outright lies”. The accusation comes two days before Election Day in Maine, where Collins is seeking re-election in a closely watched contest against Democrat Troy Jackson. A Fox…