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Hamed Mirzaei says 12 members of his family, including his wife, were killed when a residential building in Tehran was struck during what he described as a United States-Israeli attack on March 9. His 26-year-old wife, Mohadeseh, was among those who died. The couple had married a year earlier and had been preparing to start a family. Mirzaei said he had left the building shortly before the attack to check in at work. At about 2.30pm, his wife messaged him asking him to buy headache medicine on his way home. He tried to call her to ask which medicine she…

UK house prices were flat in October, Nationwide said, as expectations of an interest rate rise weighed on the housing market.

Terrence Howard has said he is considering a run for president, telling a photographer in New York that he may seek office if other leaders fail to make a meaningful difference. The Empire star was asked on Wednesday whether he was looking forward to voting, but replied: “Yes. I’m looking forward to becoming president.” Pressed on whether he was serious, Howard said: “If they’re not going to make a difference, somebody’s got to do something.” Howard said reparations would be central to his potential political platform. He also said he would like to meet President Trump to discuss the lasting…

Alexander Isak’s return to form is emerging as a defining factor in Liverpool’s revival under Andoni Iraola, with the £125 million signing finally beginning to resemble the prolific striker the club believed it had bought. Isak’s composed finish in Sunday’s 2-0 victory over Brighton was his third goal in as many Premier League matches. It was the first time since January 2025, when he scored in eight consecutive games for Newcastle, that the Sweden international had found the net in three successive league appearances. The goal also offered an encouraging glimpse of Liverpool’s attacking blueprint. Bradley Barcola, operating from the…

A court has approved the development of a new coal mine, giving the mining company behind the project the go-ahead despite environmental concerns raised by activists. The ruling clears the way for the mine to be developed, although activists remain concerned about its potential impact on the environment.

Oxford Street pedestrianisation has descended into congestion and confusion within days of its launch, with cyclists filmed riding through the new zone and black cab drivers warning that journeys across central London have become longer. Footage from the shopping street shows groups of cyclists weaving between pedestrians despite instructions to dismount. Security guards can be seen attempting to stop riders at newly installed bollards, with mixed results. In one evening video, dozens of cyclists gather near a crossing where vehicles can still pass before riding through the pedestrianised section. A voice can be heard referring to a guard with outstretched…

The Metropolitan Police has referred itself to the UK police watchdog after failing to pass on a letter containing allegations about Thomas Markle Sr to relevant overseas law enforcement agencies. The letter was instead sent to the office of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex for their awareness. The referral concerns both decisions, the force said. The development comes as authorities in the Philippines investigate allegations that child sexual abuse images were found at Mr Markle’s former home in the country. Meghan Markle’s half-brother, Thomas Markle Jr, has said he found the material and reported it to Philippine police and…

Chelsea could secure the signing of Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott for about £90 million, rather than the £100m fee the Cherries had reportedly been seeking. The England international has also been linked with Liverpool, but the latest indications are that their interest may not be as strong as previously suggested. That could leave Chelsea in a stronger position to negotiate a deal without facing a bidding war. Chelsea’s pursuit of Alex Scott gathers pace Scott, 23, is regarded as the type of midfielder capable of strengthening a leading club, and Chelsea are understood to have a greater need in that…

A petition opposing disability support cuts in Victorian schools has attracted more than 25,000 signatures, as the Australian Education Union condemned proposed changes affecting thousands of students and called on Premier Ben Carroll to intervene. The Victorian Government has told state schools that funding for the taxpayer-funded Disability Inclusion program will be reduced by 2.5 per cent from Term 1 next year. Support for about 7,000 students will also be paused for two years. Students with disability in mainstream schools are expected to receive $3,400 less each year for measures including classroom assistance and curriculum adjustments. The Disability Inclusion program…

Swedish academic Andreas Malm has been denied entry to the UK after the Home Office cancelled his Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA), saying his “presence in the UK is not considered to be conducive to the public good”. The decision came a week before Malm was due to speak at a London event organised by the socialist magazine Tribune. He believes the cancellation is linked to his planned appearance alongside Huda Ammori, co-founder of Palestine Action. The panel is due to be chaired by Hala Hanina of Palestine Deep Dive. Malm said he had contacted the Home Office seeking an explanation…