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Manchester United are continuing to monitor Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr, with uncertainty over the Senegal international’s long-term future potentially creating an opportunity in the January transfer window. The 28-year-old has yet to commit to a contract extension offered by Palace, despite his representatives reportedly being satisfied with the proposed terms. His current agreement runs until 2029, leaving the London club in a strong negotiating position should interest develop. Manchester United monitor Ismaila Sarr Sarr has become an important part of Palace’s attack since joining the club. His pace, direct running and ability to score from wide areas have made…

A solo sailor has described the moment her boat came close to a U.S. Navy submarine on the St Mary’s River in Florida, saying she was left shaking and briefly unable to speak. Savannah Deasy was sailing alone along the Florida side of the river on 4 June when she noticed an unidentified object in the distance. As she drew nearer, Navy officials instructed her to leave the area immediately. Deasy turned her vessel around and followed the orders, apologising to the crew as she moved away. Footage she later posted online showed her recounting the encounter in visibly distressed…

Overnight curfews in violence-hit areas of France’s largest cities have brought a measure of calm after the country’s worst unrest in years, the Government has said, although further protests are planned for the weekend. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu said targeted restrictions had helped ease tensions and could be extended into the week where necessary. “The targeted curfews have contributed to the calm of last night,” he said in a post on X. Police cleared and secured Paris’s Place de la Republique during the night, while a helicopter monitored the area. In Lille, officers patrolled the city centre and checked people’s…

The siege of Taiz has cut off humanitarian supplies to the Yemeni city, leaving residents without food and other essentials, the United Nations has warned. UN human rights chief Volker Türk said the Houthis, also known as Ansar Allah, must allow aid into Taiz immediately and permit civilians to leave safely. “The Houthis’ closure of the only supply route linking Taiz to Aden is placing civilians at grave risk, blocking humanitarian aid and cutting off essential supplies,” Mr Türk said. “Humanitarian aid must be immediately allowed to enter the city and its passage must be facilitated. Civilians wishing to leave…

Colombia’s Congress has approved a 2,011 billion budget for 2027, including a cut to funding for the country’s peace deal. The decision sets the budget allocations for the year while reducing the resources assigned to implementing the agreement.

Former NFL player Cordarrelle Patterson was arrested in Tennessee on a domestic assault charge after his wife alleged he grabbed her by the hair and left upper arm during a dispute. Police attended a home on 17 October following a report of domestic disturbance, according to an arrest warrant. Patterson’s wife told officers she had been physically assaulted shortly before calling 911. The responding officer reported seeing bruising on her left bicep which was consistent with her account. She also said she feared for her safety and that of her children. Patterson and his wife were separated while officers investigated,…

Washington DC police have released images of a man sought over an alleged assault on 8th Street, close to the scene where a National Guard member was shot during a separate incident later on Sunday. The suspect is accused of punching a person in the face after a disagreement in the 400 block of 8th Street, Southeast, according to a police report. He was described as a club promoter and is said to have fled in an unknown direction. Images released by the Metropolitan Police Department show a bearded man wearing a white shirt, dark jacket and light-coloured trousers. Police…

Curfews in France have helped restore calm to the streets of Paris after authorities imposed restrictions in several cities to prevent further rioting and looting. The measures were introduced following unrest, with the situation in the capital now described as calmer. However, more protests are planned, raising the prospect of renewed disruption despite the curfews.

Families are being urged to begin end-of-life planning conversations with ageing parents before illness or incapacity makes important decisions more difficult. Knowing a parent’s wishes, and where key documents are kept, can reduce the pressure on adult children during an already stressful period. The subject can be uncomfortable, particularly when parents remain healthy and independent. Discussions about wills, medical treatment, funeral arrangements and financial control may feel intrusive, while some parents may not want to share details of their finances or may see no immediate need to prepare. End-of-life planning is not limited to deciding what happens to someone’s assets…

Bellister Castle, a Grade-I listed property in Haltwhistle, Northumberland, has gone on the market for offers over £2 million, offering buyers the chance to own an eight-bedroom historic residence set within 4.5 acres. The 12th-century castle stands on an elevated motte amid 1,200 acres of National Trust parkland and is built with stone from nearby Hadrian’s Wall. Its listing comes as interest grows in the gothic settings associated with this year’s Celebrity Traitors. Spread across 4,778 sq ft, the property is surrounded by mature trees and lies within reach of the Lake District, rural Northumberland and the Scottish Borders. The…