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Paris Saint-Germain beat Barcelona 4-2 at the Parc des Princes in a Champions League classic, handing the LaLiga leaders their first defeat in 12 matches this season. The reigning European champions prevailed in a match that produced 40 attempts on goal, with both sides repeatedly threatening before PSG pulled clear late on. Desire Doue gave Paris Saint-Germain the lead in the 38th minute after a mistake by Lamine Yamal. Barcelona responded when Xavi Espart equalised 17 minutes after the interval. PSG had missed several chances before Lucas Hernandez restored their advantage with a header from a set-piece in the 72nd…

Wisconsin baseball fans will be able to claim up to $8 (£6) back on a Miller Lite after the Milwaukee Brewers begin their first World Series appearance in 44 years. Molson Coors is offering the rebate to residents aged 21 and over who buy a 16-ounce or larger can, aluminium pint or draught pour of Miller Lite anywhere in Wisconsin on Friday, 23 October, the opening day of the series. Customers must submit their receipt to the brewer as proof of purchase. The offer is intended to mark the Brewers’ return to Major League Baseball’s championship series for the first…

Paris has remained quiet after riots, with curfews now in place as authorities prepare for the possibility of further unrest. The army is being called in as a precaution, while clean-up operations continue across the French capital.

Donald Trump has announced a federal programme to compensate people who report fraud against the US government and taxpayers, saying he will personally decide who receives payment. Speaking in the Oval Office alongside Vice-President JD Vance, who leads the administration’s fraud task force, Mr Trump said whistleblowers could receive 1 per cent of the fraud they reported, with no upper limit. “I will be the arbitrator of all of these decisions,” he said. “In other words, I’ll determine whether or not the person is deserving and I’ll determine — and I will be very generous, believe me.” Mr Trump said…

Antisemitism in English schools is expected to be the subject of a series of reforms after a Government-commissioned review found that three in five Jewish pupils had experienced it. The independent review, due to be published today, is understood to contain 27 recommendations, including calls for schools to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) working definition of antisemitism. The report was commissioned after Damien Egan, a Jewish MP, was prevented from visiting pupils at Bristol Brunel Academy last year. The visit was cancelled on “safety” grounds after pro-Palestinian activists planned protests outside the school. The local branch of the…

SpaceX reported a sharp rise in third-quarter revenue as Elon Musk’s company benefited from rapid growth in its “Super Intelligence” computing business and Starlink connectivity services. Revenue reached $14.6 billion, up 161 per cent year on year and ahead of the $12.86 billion analysts had expected. The company reported net income of $4.4 million, or 35 cents a share, compared with a net loss of $541 million in the second quarter and $5.5 billion a year earlier. Operating income recovered to $2.79 billion, exceeding the $2.33 billion analysts had forecast and reversing a $143 million loss in the previous quarter.…

Alan Bersten is replacing Val Chmerkovskiy as Jenna Dewan’s dance partner for week six of Dancing with the Stars, after Chmerkovskiy was suspended for one week. Bersten, who was eliminated earlier in the season, will perform with Dewan during Dedication Night. The pair are due to dance a Viennese waltz to Unchained Melody by The Righteous Brothers. Addressing the temporary partnership, Bersten wrote: “I am so honored to be stepping in and dancing with @jennadewan you are such a light and it’s so beautiful to see you and your mom share the floor.” Dewan’s mother, Nancy, will also take part…

Paris Saint-Germain and Barcelona traded goals in a thrilling Champions League contest at the Parc des Princes, with Désiré Doué and Lucas Hernández putting the hosts ahead before Xavi Espart struck for the visitors. PSG created the clearer openings during the first half, but Barcelona goalkeeper Javi Garcia kept his side in the contest with a series of impressive saves. The breakthrough eventually came from Doué, who found the net with a powerful, quick-release effort from outside the penalty area to give PSG the lead. Barcelona respond before PSG regain advantage Barcelona began to turn the momentum after the interval…

Seattle’s cruise industry has recorded its busiest season to date, with 330 ship calls, almost two million revenue passengers and an estimated $1.2 billion (£920 million) economic boost for the surrounding region. The Port of Seattle said the 2026 season also supported more than 5,120 direct and indirect jobs, while two cruise operators — MSC Cruises and Virgin Voyages — made their debuts in the city. Record shore power use in Seattle Environmental measures also reached a new high, with 66% of cruise ships connecting to shore power while berthed. The system allows vessels to switch off their diesel engines…

The date for the 2027 AFL Origin clash between Western Australia and South Australia at Optus Stadium has been confirmed, with a later time slot planned to better suit Fremantle’s group of WA stars. Glen Jakovich, the chairman of selectors, said the scheduling would accommodate the Fremantle players expected to feature for Western Australia.