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Palestinian-flag waving demonstrators forced their way into Rome’s Colosseum as protests over the war in Gaza, rising living costs, housing and political corruption spread across Europe. Hundreds of young people entered the 2,000-year-old monument demanding an end to the conflict. Security guards later removed the protesters from the ancient building. Demonstrations were also held elsewhere in Italy. In Milan, luxury shops including Versace barricaded their frontages amid fears of looting, while protesters in Turin clashed with riot police during a march against the cost-of-living crisis. Protests and unrest in France About 400,000 people took part in marches in major French…

Republican Ashley Hinson and Democrat Josh Turek have presented competing claims of independence from their parties in Iowa’s closely contested Senate race, with Hinson saying she would challenge Donald Trump when necessary and Turek promising to put the state ahead of party politics. The rival candidates made their cases in separate interviews broadcast on ABC’s “This Week” on Sunday, as Democrats target their first Iowa Senate victory since 2008. Hinson, who has pledged to be Mr Trump’s “strongest ally” in the Senate, qualified that promise by saying it would apply only when the president supported Iowa’s interests. “I will be…

Nicki Minaj has been informally suggested as the next White House press secretary after Katie Zacharia was fired, with two staff members publicly floating the rapper’s name for the role. White House Communications Director Steven Cheung shared a video of Minaj praising Donald Trump’s international politics while aboard Air Force One, writing: “Ladies and gentlemen, I think we may have found the new White House Press Secretary!” The White House’s X account responded with an eyes emoji, while Trump adviser Alex Bruesewitz added: “Hey Barbz, what do we think about this idea??” Minaj appeared to acknowledge the suggestion herself by…

Crystal Palace have been urged to make signing a new centre-back their priority in January, as pressure continues to build on manager Pierre Sage at Selhurst Park. Former Everton chief executive Keith Wyness believes defensive reinforcements could be vital to Palace’s hopes of recovering from a poor start to the season and improving Sage’s position. Crystal Palace need defensive reinforcements Palace have conceded 17 goals in their opening seven Premier League matches, with a 5-0 defeat by Brighton adding to concerns over their defensive organisation. Wyness believes the problems cannot be placed entirely at Sage’s door after the club sold…

San Francisco’s Market Street subway service was disrupted after a car drove into a Muni tunnel near The Embarcadero on Saturday afternoon. The San Francisco Police Department said officers arrived at the tunnel entrance at Folsom and Embarcadero streets at about 3.46pm on October 24 and found the vehicle inside, after it had damaged city property. Police said the driver had fled the scene and that the incident was being investigated as a hit-and-run. The car was later removed from the tunnel and towed away. Muni suspended service between Van Ness Avenue and Embarcadero for the rest of Saturday while…

A top-ranking European Union official has said the proposed $10bn-a-year trade deal with Australia is about more than removing tariffs, describing it as part of a broader discussion about Australia’s role in the world. The agreement with Brussels has been presented as carrying significance beyond its direct economic value, with the official emphasising its wider strategic importance. At the centre of the deal are plans to scrap tariffs, but the EU official said its meaning extended further than changes to the terms of trade between Australia and the European bloc.

A British woman drowned in the Bahamas after being swept away by strong currents while trying to save her two sons, her husband has said. Leanne Gregory, 36, was snorkelling with Nathan Gregory and their children near the southern point of Bimini when the boys were carried into deeper, treacherous water. Mr Gregory said his wife reached their younger son, Leo, and kept him above the surface until a rescue boat arrived. She was swept under by a large wave moments after helping him aboard. The couple, from Stapleford in Nottinghamshire, had been on holiday for just 48 hours and…

Britain will not join Canada’s defence bank, a source has said.

Katy Perry’s 42nd birthday is being marked with a collection of photographs highlighting the pop star’s glamorous style and striking appearance. The images include Perry posing in a silver outfit, showcasing her figure in a look described as making a strong impact. The birthday tribute celebrates the California singer’s career and her enduring association with the pop hit “Teenage Dream”. Further photographs from the birthday collection are featured in a gallery dedicated to Perry’s 42nd birthday.

Leeds United and Everton are interested in Rennes striker Esteban Lepaul as both Premier League clubs consider adding to their attacking options in the coming transfer windows. The 26-year-old forward has attracted attention after a prolific spell in Ligue 1, although Rennes are under no immediate pressure to sell and are understood to be keen to retain him. Leeds and Everton interested in Esteban Lepaul Lepaul joined Rennes from Angers in 2025 and quickly established himself as one of the division’s most effective finishers. He scored 20 league goals last season and has continued that form this term, finding the…