Ethiopia announces six-month caretaker government for Tigray
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says the administration will prepare elections after renewed fighting put large parts of the northern region under federal control.
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Arteta backs Arsenal review that puts up to 60 jobs at risk
Arsenal’s manager says the planned cuts are intended to help the club improve, as staff across several off-field departments face an uncertain outcome.
NCAA sues Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine over fifth-year eligibility order
The NCAA wants a federal court to block an Ohio order that gives colleges the option to let some athletes from the 2022 high-school class play another year.
France and Germany agree on car industry plan linking European production and emissions
The two governments want stronger support for cars made in Europe alongside more flexibility on vehicle emissions. Their joint approach still needs wider EU agreement.
Joseph Butler jailed for Paula Canty’s manslaughter in Cork
Butler received a 12-year sentence with the final two years suspended. The judge rejected his account that the stabbing was accidental.
Martinez available for Leeds trip after apology, Manchester United manager Carrick says
Michael Carrick says Manchester United have accepted Lisandro Martinez’s apology for criticising the club’s transfer policy, clearing him for Sunday’s Premier League trip to Leeds.
Glenn Hughes says he is recovering at home after 10-hour heart surgery
The former Deep Purple and Black Sabbath musician said he had an aortic valve replacement after retiring from touring on medical advice in August.
Croatian police investigate antisemitic chants before Hajduk Split–Ajax match
Police have made arrests after Hajduk Split supporters chanted before a UEFA Conference League match against Ajax, BBC Sport reported. Croatian leaders condemned the incident.
Washington Post photographer Heidi Levine injured in West Bank olive harvest attack
Masked Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian olive harvesters near Abu Falah on 16 October. Levine was among those injured, and the Israeli military says it will examine the...
Marcos plans to summon China’s envoy over remarks he called a threat
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said Ambassador Jing Quan’s remarks warranted a discussion. China’s embassy says the envoy was selectively quoted.
Veronica Roth explains why she returned to Divergent with The Sixth Faction
In a new interview, Roth describes the personal reasons behind her alternate-universe retelling, released on October 6.
David Surkamp, Pavlov’s Dog singer, dies at 73: What his band said
Pavlov’s Dog announced that its lead singer died on October 13. Bandmate Abbie Steiling remembered him as the group’s creative force.
Lions lock Hyron Andrews dies in France before Champions Cup match
The 31-year-old died at the Lions’ hotel on Île de Ré before Saturday’s match against La Rochelle. French authorities are investigating the cause of death.
Apple iPhone Duo delivery estimates slip to January after preorders open
Online delivery estimates for Apple's folding phone moved into 2027 soon after October 16 preorders began, while October 23 store availability remains uncertain.
First Guangdong yachts arrive in Hong Kong under new southbound scheme
Five yachts from Shenzhen, Zhuhai and Guangzhou entered Hong Kong under new cross-boundary rules for mainland leisure vessels.
UK ban on specified strangulation and incest pornography takes effect in November
The government says new offences covering possession and publication of specified pornography will take effect in England and Wales on 6 November.
Liverpool’s Leoni faces longer wait for team training as Iraola updates Bradley and Ekitiké
Andoni Iraola says Giovanni Leoni’s planned return to Liverpool team training has moved back by about a month, while Conor Bradley and Hugo Ekitiké are progressing through...
Shoebridge denies leader’s office used Greens dossier on Steele-John allegations
The WA Greens acknowledged an internal communications document about allegations concerning Senator Jordon Steele-John, while party leader David Shoebridge denied his office...