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Antonelli becomes world champion as Verstappen wins in Mexico

  • Antonelli became F1’s youngest world champion at 20.
  • He sealed the title with a third-place finish in Mexico.
  • Verstappen won, ahead of Hamilton.

Kimi Antonelli secured his first Formula 1 world title at the Mexico City Grand Prix, becoming the youngest champion in the sport’s history at 20 years and 68 days. He finished third in a race won by Max Verstappen, with Lewis Hamilton second, and clinched the championship with…

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Queen Camilla joins King Charles on Caribbean tour as reparations row rages on after Burnham’s slave trade pledge

  • Camilla joined Charles in Antigua and Barbuda.
  • Commonwealth leaders called for shared prosperity.
  • Slavery apology talks are expected to feature at CHOGM.

Queen Camilla joined King Charles in Antigua and Barbuda for a church service linked to the 2026 Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). The event called for unity, shared prosperity and a stronger voice for small states, as the royal tour faces sensitive discussions over Britain’s history of…

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Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action

  • Arsenal won at Anfield with a tightly organised defence.
  • Liverpool had no shots on target and trail Arsenal by nine points.
  • Bournemouth have won six straight matches under Marco Rose.

Arsenal’s disciplined defence helped them secure a win at Anfield, where they had not won in 13 visits, while Liverpool failed to register a shot on target. The result leaves Liverpool nine points behind Arsenal after about a quarter of the season, raising doubts about their title challenge…

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Zverev becomes deserved world number one – but sense of discomfort remains

  • Zverev won the French and US Opens to reach world number one.
  • He is the oldest first-time number one in over 50 years.
  • His achievements remain shadowed by abuse allegations he denies.

Alexander Zverev will end 2026 as world number one after winning his first two Grand Slam titles at the French Open and US Open. His rise follows years of near misses and changes to his playing style, making his breakthrough a story of persistence and a significant shift…

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Matt Damon & David Letterman Make Blink & You Missed It Cameos On ‘The Gilded Age’ Season 4 Premiere

  • Matt Damon and David Letterman make silent cameos in the premiere.
  • Oscar and Enid’s marriage is built on mutual understanding.
  • Gladys survives childbirth but cannot have more children naturally.

The fourth season of *The Gilded Age* opened with brief, silent cameos by Matt Damon and David Letterman, who appear together as well-dressed businessmen crossing a street. Their fleeting appearance adds a comic surprise without taking focus from the episode’s main storylines. The premiere also features Oscar van…

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How Antonelli ‘blew everyone away’ to make Formula 1 history

  • Antonelli is Formula 1’s youngest world champion.
  • He won the title in his second F1 season.
  • Five straight victories helped establish his lead.

Kimi Antonelli has become Formula 1’s youngest world champion, securing his first title in only his second season. His achievement has drawn praise from Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, and reflects a remarkable leap in performance after a difficult debut year. Antonelli was initially seen as less experienced…

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Tokyo: ‘Diamond Diplomacy’ Doc Tracks the History of Baseball in Japan and Its Impact on U.S. Relations

  • A documentary links baseball’s history to Japan-US relations.
  • It spans 150 years, from 1872 to Shohei Ohtani’s era.
  • A $300,000 donation helped finish the film after grant cuts.

*Diamond Diplomacy* explores 150 years of Japan-US relations through baseball, tracing how the sport became part of Japanese life and a point of cultural exchange. Directed by Yuriko Gamo Romer, the documentary connects baseball’s history to geopolitics, race and the experiences of Japanese-Americans, showing how the game has…

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DAILY MAIL COMMENT: It’s time to drop the ‘diplomatic politeness’ and change your tune on China, PM…

  • MPs criticise the Government’s approach to China.
  • UK-China trade is worth about £140 billion a year.
  • The article also challenges Labour’s welfare messaging and Reeves’s Brexit comments.

A parliamentary committee has criticised the Government for re-engaging with China without setting clear protections for Britain’s economic and national security. The article argues that ministers should establish firm rules for dealing with Beijing, while recognising the value of trade with China. The committee’s 97-page report says Labour…

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European governments urge households to prepare for emergencies, including power cuts

  • Britain advises households to prepare for 72 hours.
  • European guidance includes water, food and emergency equipment.
  • France also stresses community support and reliable information.

European governments are encouraging people to prepare household supplies for emergencies including severe weather, power cuts, cyberattacks and foreign aggression. Britain has joined the effort with advice to keep enough provisions to manage for 72 hours, amid concern that essential services or electronic payments could be disrupted. The…

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BREAKING: Florida State fires Mike Norvell after fan revolt, Clemson loss spark decision to pay massive buyout

  • Florida State dismissed Mike Norvell after a 3-5 start.
  • A 36-24 loss to Clemson proved decisive.
  • Norvell’s reported buyout is $50.3 million.

Florida State has fired head coach Mike Norvell after a 36-24 defeat by Clemson, a poor season and declining fan support intensified pressure for a change. The decision ends a tenure that began with high expectations after the Seminoles went 12-0 in 2023, but the team’s subsequent results…

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Warnock hid seizures from Liverpool as a youngster

  • Warnock hid seizures from Liverpool for fear of being released.
  • He says they stopped when he was 14.
  • He has spoken about the experience publicly for the first time.

Former Liverpool defender Stephen Warnock says he concealed having seizures as a youth player because he feared the club would release him. He has spoken publicly about the experience for the first time, prompted by an interview with Hull City midfielder Matt Crooks, who has epilepsy. Warnock, now…

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From Fleetwood embarrassment to ‘magical’ Anfield win 14 years in making

  • Arsenal won 1-0 at Anfield for the first time in 14 years.
  • Havertz scored after a Rice assist.
  • The result put Arsenal three points clear at the top.

Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 at Anfield, securing their first Premier League win there in 14 years and moving three points clear at the top after nine games. Mikel Arteta said the result was especially meaningful after Arsenal’s embarrassing League Cup defeat by League Two side Fleetwood Town four…

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Mike Waltz reveals Cuban diplomat shoved US staffer, slapped phone away in explosive UN clash

  • Waltz alleges a Cuban diplomat shoved his staffer and struck a phone from his hand.
  • The incident occurred during his criticism of Cuba at the UN General Assembly.
  • Waltz said the diplomat was sent back to Cuba on a one-way flight.

US Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz said a confrontation with Cuban officials during his General Assembly speech nearly became physical. He alleged a Cuban diplomat shoved a member of his staff and knocked a phone from his hand, while Foreign Minister Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla moved towards…

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‘The Pitt’ star Noah Wyle does 100 push-ups a day ‘come rain or come shine’ at 55

  • Wyle does 100 push-ups daily with an on-set colleague.
  • He is aiming for ten chin-ups and can do six.
  • “The Pitt” cast has a demanding filming schedule.

Noah Wyle says he and an on-set dresser do 100 push-ups every day while filming “The Pitt”, using each other to stay accountable. The routine helps him keep fit during the demanding production schedule of the medical drama. Wyle, 55, is also working towards ten chin-ups and says…

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Arsenal edge Liverpool at Anfield to strengthen title defence

  • Arsenal won 1-0 at Anfield.
  • Havertz scored after Alisson gave the ball away.
  • Liverpool’s five-match winning run ended.

Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 at Anfield, strengthening their position as the Premier League team to beat and boosting their bid to retain the title. Kai Havertz scored the only goal, while Arsenal’s measured defending and game management frustrated Liverpool and ended their five-match winning run. The goal came…

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Rice rewarded, Wirtz must do more – Liverpool and Arsenal player ratings

  • Havertz’s goal secured Arsenal’s first league win at Anfield since 2012.
  • Rice assisted and was Arsenal’s standout player.
  • Alisson’s error proved costly; Wirtz was urged to do more.

Kai Havertz’s first-half goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 win at Liverpool, their first Premier League victory at Anfield since 2012. The result put Arsenal top of the table, with Declan Rice praised for his midfield work and assist. Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson’s misplaced pass led to the goal, while…

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Michael Carrick remains favourite in the Premier League sack race | Andrew Beasley

  • No Premier League managers have been sacked this season.
  • Michael Carrick remains the leading candidate to leave.
  • Forest’s six goals fall well short of their 14.7 expected goals.

No Premier League club has changed manager so far this season, an unusual pause that has lasted into November. With about a quarter of the campaign played, Michael Carrick is still the leading candidate to be the first manager dismissed, while the article examines the pressures facing the…

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Retired Sheff Utd legend Sharp signs for Rushden

  • Billy Sharp has returned from retirement to join Rushden.
  • He could play in the club’s first FA Cup first-round proper tie.
  • The Burton match could be his 814th professional appearance.

Billy Sharp has come out of retirement to rejoin AFC Rushden & Diamonds for their FA Cup first-round tie against Burton Albion. The former Sheffield United and Doncaster Rovers striker is returning after Rushden midfielder James Clifton was suspended, and could help the club in its first appearance…

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