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“I am better, thank you,” the pope said when asked how he was as he was driven away in a black SUV

Scuffles broke out between demonstrators and police in the French capital

Harry Styles has shared an unreleased song written for late One Direction bandmate Liam Payne on the two-year anniversary of his death.

Sonay Kartal’s dream comeback continued as she beat Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets to advance to the biggest final of her career at the Wuhan Open.

A 16-year-old boy and a man aged 80 have been killed during a light aircraft crash in Scotland.

Donald Trump has waived new sanctions on Russia, as the UK prepares to join a major wargame intended to demonstrate support for Ukraine.

A teacher threw her phone at the teenage gunman who killed four people at an Oregon primary , then tackled and fought with him – probably saving lives before he was shot by a father who followed him into the building, police said on Friday.

More than half (54%) of people said in September that they had visited a business in the past eight weeks that encouraged them to pay in cash, according to a survey commissioned by ATM and cash access network Link.

Katie Zacharia is departing as White House press secretary, a person familiar with the matter said on Friday, after a short and rocky tenure that was defined by questions about her professional background and lack of polish in fielding questions from journalists.

Andy Burnham said he wanted to “move beyond the old politics of conflict” as he offered to work with the SNP to deepen devolution in Scotland.

A teenage hitman from Norway has been locked up for 20 years for plotting a murder on British soil for an Iran-backed international crime gang for a “thrill”.

England captain George Williams is convinced his squad have learned the lessons of their heartbreaking 2022 semi-final defeat as they prepare for a potentially crucial opening game of the Rugby League World Cup against Tonga in Perth on Saturday.

Sonay Kartal claimed one of the best wins of her career as she sunk world number six Elina Svitolina to reach the semi-finals of the Wuhan Open.

Britain’s energy watchdog has launched a consultation on plans to reintroduce a measure to help protect suppliers from big swings in gas and electricity prices as the Iran war continues to impact wholesale markets.

The UK Government is being “cautious” about making public announcements over its decisions on the Jackdaw and Rosebank oil and gas fields in order to avoid the “mistakes” of the previous government, the Scottish Secretary has said.

Banks have seen their shares sink lower amid mounting speculation the Chancellor is planning to hike taxes on the sector in his upcoming Budget.

Visitors have returned to a wildlife park nearly a week after a young man was mauled to death by one of its tigers.

The case of a British man who admitted recklessly causing the death of his son after the boy fell nearly 40ft from the fourth floor window of a hotel in Cyprus should have “never gone to court”, his lawyer has said.

Britain’s equalities watchdog has written to the Green Party about its “Zionism is racism” policy, in a bid to assess its impact.

A 16-year-old opened fire at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon on Thursday, killing three children and a teacher before he was shot by a person at the scene who pursued him into the school, authorities said.

Marco Rose said it was a “privilege” to lead Bournemouth to victory in their first-ever home match in Europe after Sturm Graz were beaten 3-0 at the Vitality Stadium.

Rob Beckett has said he was “happy” to be murdered on the Celebrity Traitors as he felt he had “done almost all of it”.

Severe drought has been declared in parts of England, amid concerns over dwindling reservoirs as extremely dry conditions continue.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex had an emotional reunion with their Grenfell “ladies” as they staged their first joint engagement since returning to the UK.

Moves to make it easier for people with a terminal illness to access their private pension savings have been outlined by the Government.

Unions are calling for urgent action to tackle the ongoing cost-of-living crisis amid “spiralling” household bills.

British Cycling said it has launched an action plan in response to a survey which found there had been a significant fall in morale among several elite riders, with some reportedly calling the environment “toxic”.

Marc Guehi hailed Manchester City’s unity in the face of adversity after a spirited fightback in the club’s first home match since being found guilty of multiple breaches of the Premier League’s financial regulations.

Sir Gareth Southgate has cast doubt on ever returning to management, revealing he has not even visited a football stadium in nearly 18 months.

The Duchess of Sussex declared “it’s great to be back” as Meghan and the Duke of Sussex were cheered at their first joint engagement on British soil since their return to the UK.

Former DUP leader Jeffrey Donaldson has been given a 15-year jail sentence for a series of historical sex offences against two women when they were children.

Andy Burnham would not back suggestions that the US has betrayed Ukraine, and insisted the UK would continue to build bridges with Donald Trump.

Chancellor John Healey is facing competing demands to raise billions in extra taxes – including on banks – and to cut business costs as he prepares to deliver the first Budget of Andy Burnham’s Government.

Almost half a million people are set to receive a pay rise thanks to increases in the voluntary Real Living Wage announced today.

New wave band Blondie will release their first album in nine years, featuring the final recording of drummer Clem Burke.

The Metropolitan Police has confirmed it will be reopening a complaint over the arrest of Father Ted co-creator Graham Linehan after a watchdog found failings in its handling of the case

Aston Villa striker Nicolas Jackson is enjoying his Unai Emery reunion as he continues his impressive start at his new club.

Pep Guardiola’s return ended in thrilling defeat as Manchester City lost 4-2 to Paris St Germain in their first home match since being found guilty of serious financial irregularities.

An inquest into the death of a man who was killed by a tiger after entering its enclosure at a wildlife park is set to open on Thursday

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex are to carry out their first joint engagements since their return to the UK.

The UK economy reported surprise growth in August on the back of strong factory production, according to official figures, in a boost to the Chancellor ahead of the autumn Budget.

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has warned Eritrea could face a complete visa ban unless it agrees to accept the return of more small boat migrants and convicted criminals.

Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola hopes Bradley Barcola’s first Champions League hat-trick will provide the confidence boost the winger needs to settle into life at his new club.

Moses Itauma will return to the ring in January in time to launch his bid to become king of the heavyweight division by the end of 2027.

Andy Burnham pledged that Britain’s support for Ukraine “will not change” as he welcomed Volodymyr Zelensky to Downing Street

Barbie has honoured Celine Dion by creating a new signature doll in her image.

Multiple properties have been searched as part of a continued Garda investigation into the Waterford fire that claimed the lives of two adults and two children, but no arrests have been made.

The head of the energy regulator has warned of a “difficult” winter ahead as he raised concerns that “people are going to struggle” without help.

Andy Burnham and Kemi Badenoch traded blows over defence at Prime Minister’s Questions, as he criticised Tory plans for an Iron Dome style air defence system.

Andy Burnham has said Manchester City’s owners and directors did not raise the Premier League’s charges against the club when he met with them.

Hollywood star Jason Momoa has admitted “acting is probably not my cup of tea” and said he “fell into” his career path.

The boss of Heathrow has hit out at the uncertainty over the airport’s planned expansion after Andy Burnham declined to back the scheme.

Households are set to see £240 million taken off their water bills by 2030 because of poor supplier performance, regulator Ofwat has announced.

Andy Burnham will welcome Volodymyr Zelensky to Downing Street on Wednesday in a show of support after Donald Trump’s diesel deal with Russia.

The family of William Chapman, who was killed by a tiger at a wildlife park, have described the 23-year-old as a “bright, warm and engaging young man”.

Sir Ian McKellen will star in the European premiere of a mixed-reality theatre production in Manchester this year, with audiences watching pre-recorded videos of the actors onstage.

The Prince of Wales played cricket on The Mall with England and India stars to celebrate Mumbai hosting his Earthshot Prize.

England have handed teenager Thomas Rew his first international call-up for next month’s T20 series against Australia, with uncapped seamer Eddie Jack also included.

Inmates cheered and punched the air as they were released early from jail as the second phase of a scheme to free up prison places began.

AI could give terrorists access to bioweapons or generate new pathogens if guardrails on the technology fail, the head of MI5 has said.

Gardaí have launched a murder investigation after an arson attack on a house in Waterford City claimed the lives of two adults and two children.

UK households are set to face a sharper rise in inflation than previously forecast as the conflict in the Middle East propels food and energy costs higher, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Global recruitment chain Hays has revealed ongoing pressure on fees as permanent hiring weakens amid warnings the jobs market remains “as tough as ever”.

Luke Shaw and Kobbie Mainoo are doubts for Manchester United’s Champions League clash with Atletico Madrid after missing training.

Carlos Alcaraz was on the end of a Shanghai surprise after he was knocked out in the third round by Zizou Bergs.

Sarina Wiegman wants England to be more clinical in the second leg of their World Cup play-off with Greece at the King Power Stadium.

Police have detained a 14-year-old pupil after a suspected school shooting in southern France that left the principal and another staff member injured.

A woman who lives near the wildlife park where a man was killed by a tiger has said she was concerned over reports the victim may have had additional needs and that people “seemed to care more about the tiger”.

Melanie Walters has become the second celebrity eliminated from this season of Strictly Come Dancing.

Sir Stephen Fry, Miriam Margolyes and Bill Bailey are among comedians calling on Prime Minister Andy Burnham to prioritise comedy in the upcoming Budget.

Manchester City midfielder Elliot Anderson admits the criticism the club has suffered in the wake of being found guilty of financial irregularities has galvanised the players.

High inflation rather than the scale of flexibility provided by fiscal “headroom” is the key challenge facing John Healey, economists said as they warned against a “steady-as-she-goes” Budget.

A Dame Barbara Hepworth sculpture is expected to sell for up to £8 million when it goes up for auction this month.

Parents are driving up sales of screen-free toys this Christmas, retailers have said, following a year of heightened scrutiny around the effect of technology on children.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said the UK would back an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine after Donald Trump claimed one had been agreed.

Motorists have been urged to belt up and switch off mobile phones after an AI-powered road safety trial captured images of almost 19,000 driving violations in just two weeks.

Sacha Baron Cohen will headline Quentin Tarantino’s The Popinjay Cavalier when it premieres on the West End in London in March 2027.

Enzo Maresca challenged Manchester City to continue making their own “noise” after a comprehensive victory in their first match since the club was found guilty of breaching financial regulations.

Russell Brand is set to appear in court on Monday for the start of his trial over charges of rape and sexual assaults against six women.

Yorkshire Wildlife Park has said it will remain closed on Monday as investigations continue into the death of a man who was attacked by a tiger when he entered its enclosure on Saturday.

Donald Trump has claimed that Russia and Ukraine agreed to an “energy ceasefire” to immediately halt attacks on each other’s energy infrastructure.

300 injured in missile attack on the site in a major escalation of the war between Yemen’s Iran-backed Houthis and the Gulf kingdom.

Leo announces he will undergo surgery to remove a nodular lesion on his lung

Emergency services were contacted after the man entered the enclosure and was “attacked” by the tiger shortly after 1.30pm on Saturday

Earlier, a two-minute silence was held to reflect on lives lost in the conflict in Gaza since October 2023.

It comes a day after the US President announced a deal to buy Russian diesel which Kyiv warns will help bankroll Moscow’s war

Officers were called to the Meir area of Stoke-on-Trent late on Friday night

Psychiatrists have urged the Scottish Government to give mental health “equal priority” to physical health in its NHS reform agenda, amid an increase in demand for services.

The Queen said the King loves reading biographies and will “roar” with laughter occasionally when they read before dinner.

Northern Ireland Secretary Sir Chris Bryant has announced that he is to ban the contentious Drumcree parade.

England will take a comfortable lead into the second leg of their Women’s World Cup play-off semi-final after they earned a 3-1 victory over Greece in Crete.

A senior Liberal Democrat MP has quit the party’s front bench in what is reported to be an effort to topple leader Sir Ed Davey.

The King has privately made funds available for Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s repair and restoration costs on the Royal Lodge.

Everton’s owners have put the club up for sale after less than two years in charge to plunge the club into another period of uncertainty.

Yorkshire has officially entered drought status because of low water levels in reservoirs and rivers, the Environment Agency has announced.

OpenAI said it has sacked three safety researchers for a “breach of trust”, defending the dismissals after the trio accused the company of putting its corporate interests before safety as the reason for removing them.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been granted £302,000 in compensation after the lease on his former Royal Lodge home in Windsor was officially surrendered.

A “striking and personal” self-portrait by David Bowie is expected to sell for up to £55,000 after coming to auction for the first time.

Manchester City head coach Enzo Maresca rejected suggestions the club’s achievements have been tainted after they were found guilty of more than 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules.

Retailers have suffered a sharp year-on-year decline in footfall as inflation, fuel and household bill rises kept shoppers at home, figures show.

Richard E Grant was “convinced” his fellow traitor James Acaster would not vote to banish him on The Celebrity Traitors.

Enzo Maresca insists his players and staff “trust completely” in Manchester City after the club were found guilty of more than 100 breaches of Premier League financial rules.

The nation has reached a “tipping point” where people are at risk of being misdiagnosed with ADHD and autism, according to a new review which calls for “radical reform” to support people.

Andy Burnham has pledged to make dementia research a national priority as he announced a £48 million industry partnership to accelerate the search for a cure.

Sagal Abdi-Wali had a majority of 3,364 over Zack Polanski

Polls have closed in a by-election to replace Sir Keir Starmer as Holborn and St Pancras MP, with results expected to be announced in the early hours of Friday morning.

Aleksander Ceferin has announced he will stand for a fourth term as UEFA president.

Two Latvian men have been arrested for breaching the perimeter fence at an RAF base used by US military intelligence, the Met Police have said.

Former Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro has been charged by US authorities with torture and other crimes in a new unsealed indictment that adds pressure on the ousted authoritarian leader already fighting drug trafficking offenses.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Thames Valley Police have agreed that search warrants that allowed officers to raid two of his properties earlier this year were unlawful, a High Court judge has said.

A Royal Navy sailor accused of plotting to leak classified information to Russia has appeared in court for the first time.

The UK is “open” to Germany joining an international coalition to build the next generation of fighter jets, Andy Burnham has announced.

UK consumers will be keen to celebrate Christmas this year given an uncertain global environment but will likely opt for “marginally healthier” choices with less alcohol consumption, Tesco has said.

Five years of a near-constant cost-of-living crisis have left households almost £3,000 worse off than they would have been, a think tank has said.

Simon Pegg has revealed he has been diagnosed with ADHD, which he said “confirmed a lot of stuff that I’d been wrestling with”.

Hear’Say and Liberty X are to reunite for a joint arena tour of the UK and Ireland as they commemorate 25 years since the groups were formed on TV talent show Popstars.

Matchroom president Barry Hearn believes Anthony Joshua’s ‘Battle of Britain’ with Tyson Fury “belonged in the UK” and has praised son Eddie Hearn for taking a stand to make it happen.

Police-recorded hate crime in England and Wales has risen 7% year-on-year, including record highs in both those that were racially and religiously motivated.

A serving member of the Royal Navy has been charged with spying, police said.

Prime Minister Andy Burnham will travel to Berlin on Thursday for his first face-to-face meeting with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz.

A special set of stamps is being issued to mark the 100th anniversary of children’s favourite Winnie the Pooh.

Drivers are now able to see fuel prices on Google Maps in a move hailed by the Government as a “game-changer” amid rising petrol and diesel costs.

Chancellor John Healey should impose a 2% tax on online sales to support bricks and mortar businesses on the UK’s high streets, an influential think tank has said.

Christa Pike is “angry and confused” after regaining consciousness almost six days after Tennessee’s failed attempt to execute her, one of her lawyers has said.

Southampton boss Tonda Eckert has avoided major punishment for his role in ‘Spygate’ after the Football Association issued a six-week ban suspended until the end of next season.

Sir Kevin Sinfield said his late friend Rob Burrow would be “laughing” but “enormously proud” to see him receive a knighthood.

Mikel Arteta has committed his future to Arsenal by signing a new contract which will keep him with the Premier League champions until the summer of 2030.

Demonstrators clashed and police made arrests amid protests in London on the anniversary of the deadly October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel.

The man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe allegedly carried out research into a number of prominent people and individuals before a terror plot at Nigel Farage’s home.

Kemi Badenoch vowed to slash inheritance tax and put growth at the heart of her plans for government as she pitched the Conservatives as the “no-nonsense” party to take on Andy Burnham’s Labour.

Former editor-in-chief of British Vogue Edward Enninful has said he hopes Prime Minister Andy Burnham will “push the arts more” than his predecessors, similar to how Tony Blair’s New Labour had done in the 1990s.

Russell Brand said “God bless you” as he left court on Tuesday after a hearing ahead of his rape and sexual assault trial.

UK house prices stalled in September, with 0% growth on both a monthly and an annual basis, according to an index.

The man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe will appear in court charged with a terror plot against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

Andy Burnham has assured Britain’s Jewish community “we stand with you” against antisemitism on the third anniversary of the Hamas attacks on Israel.

Ikea has launched a second-hand marketplace for its own furniture and homewares as it takes on the likes of eBay and Vinted.

Asos has apologised to customers who were sent a phone alert saying the online retailer had been hacked.

Two police officers who used a Taser and synthetic pepper spray on a 92-year-old amputee have been sacked for gross misconduct.

England captain Harry Kane marked his record-equalling 125th appearance with a brace as Thomas Tuchel’s men all but secured their place in the Nations League knockouts with a 3-0 win against Czechia.

Harry Kane will become England’s joint highest cap winner after being named in the starting XI for the Nations League clash with Czechia at Wembley.

Asos has said it is investigating “unauthorised activity” involving a third-party platform after customers were sent a phone alert saying the online retailer had been hacked.

Tens of thousands of demonstrators marched in cities across France on Tuesday in support of protests by school pupils demanding more education funding, increasing pressure on the government of outgoing President Emmanuel Macron.

A seventh man has been arrested by police investigating a suspected terror plot near RAF Fairford.

Russell Brand stayed silent as he arrived at court on Tuesday for a hearing ahead of his rape and sexual assault trial.

Thousands of Asos customers have been sent a phone alert saying the retailer has been hacked.

Donald Trump says there were “some threats” that led the United States to pull bombers from a UK base.

More than a quarter (26%) of UK adults are finding it difficult to get by on their current income, a report indicates.

A suit worn by Daniel Craig while playing James Bond in 2012 film Skyfall is leading a sale of memorabilia from the 007 franchise, with hopes it will fetch £40,000 at auction.

Time creator Jimmy McGovern has said series three of the show is likely to be its last.

Isaac Price missed a late penalty as Northern Ireland were held to a goalless draw by Georgia which nevertheless keeps them top of their Nations League group.

Former politician Jeffrey Archer has died aged 86, his publisher said in a statement.

Taskmaster will have its first-ever UK live show in Manchester next year.

The Trump administration has sought to play down the withdrawal of US bombers from a Gloucestershire air base after suggestions the move was linked to security concerns.

A failed asylum seeker who tried to break into London’s Israeli embassy to launch a knife attack has been jailed for life.

Pension savers are being warned about the potential risks of losing money or making a mistake they cannot undo if they solely rely on AI (artificial intelligence) to answer financial questions.

The average five-year fixed homeowner mortgage rate on the market has reached the 6% mark for the first time in three years, according to a financial information website.

The widower of bestselling author Sophie Kinsella has said she is “loving us forward” almost a year after her death.

Formula One has been urged to take a “hard look” at the regulations following the unprecedented software glitches which overshadowed Sunday’s Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

Mikey Lewis has made the cut for England’s 23-man squad for this month’s Rugby League World Cup in Australia despite a disappointing end to the Betfred Super League season.

Alex Scott will miss England’s Nations League fixture with Czechia on Tuesday and could be out for up to two months with a thigh problem.

Shadow chancellor Andrew Griffith committed to a “bonfire” of red tape as he set out ambitions to lower taxes and speed up development.

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor is taking legal action against Thames Valley Police in a bid to quash search warrants which led to his arrest, with a private High Court hearing to take place on Thursday, a judicial spokesperson has said.

Luke Humphries completed a stunning comeback from 3-0 down to beat Gerwyn Price 6-4 and win the World Grand Prix Darts title in Leicester.

The US Air Force has withdrawn all its bombers from RAF Fairford after a suspected terror plot at the base in Gloucestershire.

Green Party members have decided to define Zionism as racist in a vote skipped by party leader Zack Polanski.

The Conservatives will “win the next election” because the party will follow a set of key principles set out by Kemi Badenoch, the Tory leader said at the opening of the party’s conference.

Andy Burnham has scrapped the controversial plan to curb jury trials.

Kim Kardashian has said she wanted to completely heal and work on herself following her divorce from Kanye West.

England boss Thomas Tuchel believes the 7-0 hammering of Croatia can help heal the wounds of the World Cup.

Delta Goodrem has been called a “force to be reckoned with” after she topped the Strictly Come Dancing leaderboard.

The Conservatives have announced plans to tighten access to student loans for non-UK nationals – a policy they say would save the taxpayer £900 million a year.

England produced one of their most dominant performances in recent years as they dismantled Croatia in a stunning 7-0 victory.

Hundreds of anti-immigration protesters have gathered in two port cities on the south coast amid police restrictions and warnings against the use of face coverings.

A sixth man who was arrested in connection with a suspected terror plot at RAF Fairford has been released on bail, Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) said.

Max Verstappen claimed his first pole position of the season for Sunday’s Bahrain Grand Prix – as George Russell’s outside title hopes were dealt a significant blow after he qualified only eighth.

Testing breast milk could lead to the earlier diagnosis of breast cancer, researchers believe.

Ciaron Brown’s first international goals came as a pair to help a young Northern Ireland side stun Ukraine 3-0 and go clear at the top of Nations League Group B2.

The man accused of murdering Ann Widdecombe has also been charged with a terror plot against Reform UK leader Nigel Farage.

G7 leaders have agreed to release “up to 100 million barrels” of strategic petroleum reserves “within four months”, French President Emmanuel Macron has said.

A notebook containing Freddie Mercury’s song lyrics sold for £277,000 at auction.

The return of The Celebrity Traitors was the most watched debut episode of any series of the programme in the UK, with an average of 8.9 million viewers.

The Jewish community faces a threat not shared by anybody else, the chief constable of Greater Manchester Police said as he marked the first anniversary of the terror attack on a synagogue.

Manchester City have lodged their appeal against the damning judgment that they broke Premier League financial rules.

The Football Association says it is “carefully considering” the implications of the findings into Manchester City.

Max Verstappen has told George Russell he requires a “big turnaround” to stop Kimi Antonelli from winning the world championship ahead of this weekend’s ‘Bahrain Grand Prix’.

Daryl Powell has told his Wakefield players that immortality awaits if they complete a stunning transformation from top-flight also-rans to Super League champions with victory over Warrington in Saturday’s Grand Final at Old Trafford.

Manchester City have lodged their appeal against the damning judgment that they broke Premier League financial rules.

A robbery victim has told how a hammer-wielding masked gang forced him to transfer hundreds of thousands of pounds in cryptocurrency after threatening to kill his pregnant wife.

People should not worry about diesel shortages, the Government has said, amid pressure from the US for European countries to use their reserves.

A baby girl whose body was found on the shoreline in Wales may have been in the water for weeks, police have said.

The brother of a Scot detained in India for nearly nine years without conviction is a “moment of joy and sorrow”.

A dual UK-Iranian national has become the sixth person to be arrested in connection with the suspected RAF Fairford terror plot.

The Premier League has been “dragged through the mud” by the Manchester City guilty verdict, Gary Neville has said.

Media personalities Princess and Junior Andre, singers Sam Ryder and Ella Eyre and broadcaster Jeff Stelling will take part in the new series of Celebrity Race Across The World.

England striker Ivan Toney has denied assaulting a man at a Soho nightclub as he appeared in court to face the charge for the first time.

Hundreds of prisoners are due to walk free from jail on Thursday in the first wave of the Government’s controversial expanded early release scheme.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s international career could be over after he left Portugal’s training camp and vowed to “tell the truth” in due course.

Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua engaged in a series of good-natured exchanges as the countdown started on their ‘Battle of Britain’ clash in Cardiff on December 11.

Craig Overton was the big winner at the Professional Cricketers’ Association awards, picking up four honours despite his Somerset side falling just short at the end of the season.

Welsh actor Michael Sheen, EastEnders’ Ross Kemp and comedian Miranda Hart are among the famous faces taking part in The Celebrity Traitors when the hit gameshow returns for its second series on Thursday.