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Hong Kong’s housing secretary has resigned after an investigation into the city’s deadliest fire in decades found serious failures in regulatory oversight. Chief executive John Lee apologised to victims and the public as he announced reforms following the blaze that killed 168 people. The fire engulfed seven buildings at the Wang Fuk Court apartment complex in a northern suburban district last November, displacing thousands of residents. The buildings were undergoing maintenance work at the time. Winnie Ho stepped down on Wednesday, Lee said, adding that she should bear political responsibility despite the investigation finding no personal wrongdoing. Lee and seven…

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy took aim at the New York Yankees moments after leading his team to their first World Series championship. The Brewers beat the Tampa Bay Rays 4-1 at Tropicana Field to seal the Fall Classic in five games, prompting an emotional celebration on the field. During the festivities, first baseman Jake Bauers handed Murphy the ball from the final out. The 67-year-old manager embraced him before delivering a pointed message about his former club. “You’re going to be a rich f*****, but just remember when you were on that horses*** Yankees team and you guys were…

Youri Tielemans may be regretting his summer move to Manchester United as Aston Villa’s impressive start to the season continues, according to former Villa scout Bryan King. Villa strengthened their position with a victory over Manchester City at the weekend, extending a run of improvement under Unai Emery. The club’s recruitment has also attracted praise after several important summer departures. King believes Emery has once again managed to rebuild his squad effectively, despite Villa’s customary slow start and the time needed for new arrivals to settle. “They’ve settled in and they’re starting to perform very well. They look a good…

An experimental obesity drug significantly reduced breathing interruptions in people with obstructive sleep apnoea, according to results from two phase three trials published in the New England Journal of Medicine. Retatrutide, developed by Eli Lilly, was tested in 691 adults with moderate-to-severe obstructive sleep apnoea who were overweight or obese. Participants received a weekly injection of the drug at doses of 4mg, 9mg or 12mg, or a placebo, and were followed for 80 weeks. ([nejm.org](https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa2611477?utm_source=openai)) The study included 243 people without type 2 diabetes and 448 who had the condition. Researchers found that retatrutide produced substantially greater reductions in the…

A stump microphone captured Marnus Labuschagne questioning Travis Head as Head checked on Marques Ackerman. The exchange was heard during the moment involving the three players, with Labuschagne’s remarks picked up by the microphone.

Spanish long jumper Julieta Gallego was among at least 68 people killed in a train collision in Toledo province, prompting tributes from the Royal Spanish Athletics Federation. The 24-year-old athlete, who competed for Madrid-based AD Sprint, died in the crash in Urda, the federation said. About 80 people were injured, including 50 who were seriously hurt and 15 whose condition was critical. “The Spanish athletics family joins in the grief over the passing of Julieta Gallego, athlete of AD Sprint, in the train accident that occurred in Urda (Toledo),” the RFEA said in a statement, offering its support to Gallego’s…

ECB’s Lagarde has resigned early in a move intended to allow her to speak more freely on issues beyond monetary policy. The decision concerns her position at the European Central Bank, with the early resignation creating greater freedom for her to address topics outside the institution’s monetary policy remit.

A man charged with murdering his former fiancée allegedly offered her $2,000 for sex a week before she disappeared, according to newly unsealed court documents. Dale Smith Jr. is accused of killing Michelle Parker, a 33-year-old mother of three, who vanished in Orlando on November 17, 2011. Her body has never been found. The documents refer to a text exchange between Parker and Smith on November 10, in which she rejected what she described as an offer of $2,000 in return for sex. “Thought about your offer … & will have to decline. I’d rather have a personal legal loan…

Chelsea’s hopes of signing Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott in January are reportedly growing, with an ambitious move potentially worth £100 million being considered. Scott has emerged as the preferred option to partner Moises Caicedo in midfield, after Jordan Henderson’s arrival provided greater stability to Chelsea’s side this season. Chelsea insider Simon Phillips has consistently reported that the club is prepared to make a significant offer for Scott during the winter transfer window. Alex Scott’s Bournemouth contract could influence January move Bournemouth have continued to show good form despite Scott being sidelined with injury. That progress could leave the Cherries more…

Utah has filed criminal charges against prediction market operator Kalshi and its co-founders, accusing the company of promoting illegal online gambling in the state. Attorney General Derek Brown brought the case against Kalshi, Tarek Mansour and Luana Lopes Lara in Salt Lake County. The defendants were issued summonses to appear in court rather than arrest warrants. The charges comprise one count of pattern of unlawful activity, one count of general gambling promotion and 12 counts of online gambling promotion. Prosecutors allege that a state investigator was able to place wagers on sporting events through Kalshi in September, despite using a…