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Meghan Markle has responded to allegations that her estranged father, Thomas Markle Sr, is being investigated over the alleged possession of “hundreds, if not thousands” of child sexual abuse images at his home in the Philippines. The Duchess of Sussex said she was “deeply distressed” by the claims and expressed concern for any children who may have been harmed. “I am deeply distressed at the news that has come to light in the last 24 hours, and my thoughts are with any children who may have been harmed,” she said. Meghan said a letter containing allegations against her father had…

Police in Washington DC have released images of two people sought over an alleged snatching robbery and assault in the city’s north-west. The incident happened shortly before 12.30am while the victim was seated inside an establishment in the 800 block of F Street. According to the Metropolitan Police Department, one of the suspects took the victim’s belongings. When the victim confronted the pair and attempted to recover the property, both suspects allegedly assaulted them before escaping. Investigators said surveillance footage captured the two suspects and have released images in the hope that members of the public can help identify them.…

Several of the West Coast Eagles’ leading young players are heading to Las Vegas for a week-long training camp at the UFC’s elite training centre. The camp will give the young stars the opportunity to train at the high-performance facility as part of their preparations with the Australian rules club.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered a major military operation in the occupied West Bank after two Palestinian gunmen opened fire near Hebron, leaving five people wounded, including soldiers. The Israeli military said its forces killed both attackers at a junction near the city. Israeli paramedics said two of those injured were in a serious condition. Netanyahu ordered the Israel Defense Forces to cordon off Hebron, a city of more than 200,000 people, and said troops would enter the neighbourhood where the gunmen lived. Residents there are to be evacuated before soldiers carry out house-to-house searches for weapons, according…

Renewed US attacks on Iran could draw the Strait of Hormuz, Gulf energy infrastructure and several regional fronts into a wider conflict, as Tehran says seven oil tankers have caught fire or been damaged in and around the vital waterway. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps has warned that further American strikes would trigger a broader response. Analysts consider an attack before the US midterm elections on November 3 unlikely, but escalating threats have raised fears that hostilities could resume. The situation is markedly different from February 28, when the United States and Israel first launched strikes on Iran. At that…

China’s foreign minister has urged stronger governance of the deep sea and outer space, calling for greater oversight of both areas.

Hila Klein has accused her husband, Ethan Klein, of having an affair and said they are navigating a separation, in an emotional statement shared on Instagram. The allegations came a day after Ethan announced that the H3 Podcast, which the couple co-host, would go on indefinite hiatus. He did not give a date for its return. Hila Klein describes separation as ‘survival mode’ Hila, 38, said she had confronted Ethan about her concerns but that he initially dismissed them. She said he later acknowledged an affair lasting more than six months, after first describing his actions as a kiss and…

Antonio Conte has played down speculation linking him with the Manchester United manager’s job, insisting that he is not in advanced negotiations with any club. The Italian has been mentioned as a possible replacement for Michael Carrick at Old Trafford following reports that United could consider a change in the dugout. However, Conte says he is prepared to wait before deciding on his next move. Antonio Conte responds to Manchester United links In a statement posted on Instagram, Conte said: “My name has been linked with numerous clubs, but there are currently no negotiations at an advanced stage. “Following a…

The Milwaukee Brewers will begin their World Series campaign against the Tampa Bay Rays at American Family Field on Friday, October 23, with first pitch scheduled for 7pm local time. The National League champions, appearing in the Fall Classic for the first time since 1982, will host the opening two games in Milwaukee. The Brewers won a franchise-record 103 games during the regular season, while both teams are chasing the first World Series title in their history. Brewers World Series Game 1: when and where to watch American Family Field’s car parks will open at 3pm, with stadium gates due…

Nationwide candlelight vigils have been held in support of independent MP Helen Haines, who lost both legs after being struck twice by a four-wheel drive outside her Wangaratta electorate office. Dr Haines remains in a critical but stable condition at The Alfred following Monday afternoon’s incident. Constituent Brendan Nugent was arrested at the scene, taken into custody and remains before the courts. The Rural City of Wangaratta lit its town beacon amber as part of the vigil, describing the gesture as a public display of compassion and solidarity. “This simple gesture reflects our community’s compassion, solidarity, and rejection of violence,”…