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An experienced pilot has survived after crash-landing his self-built plane in a paddock near Muchea, about 40km north-east of Perth, on Saturday morning. Thomas Murfett, 64, was flying the two-seater Van’s RV-6A with a friend when the aircraft developed problems during practice circuits. His wife, Belanie Murfett, said the pair had been carrying out “touch-and-goes” when they noticed something was wrong with the aircraft on their second circuit. As the plane lost altitude, Mr Murfett used his 35 years of flying experience to steer it away from nearby homes and Brand Highway before bringing it down in an empty field.…

The National Fish and Chip Awards 2027 has revealed its top 10 contenders for Restaurant of the Year, putting leading fish and chip restaurants in the running for the prestigious title. The announcement will prompt customers to see whether their local favourite has made the shortlist of contenders.

US ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle has resigned after the White House asked her to leave amid allegations of improper conduct. She said the claims were false and vowed to defend her name and reputation. The administration disclosed the request during a briefing by new White House press secretary Katie Zacharia. She described Ms Guilfoyle as “a wonderful asset to the team” and said officials wished her well. Ms Guilfoyle announced her resignation on X less than two hours later. President Donald Trump said he had not spoken to her but confirmed that “she will not be there”. “She went…

A UK media regulator’s probe into X will focus on how the platform responds to hate content, as concerns persist over its handling of illegal material. The regulator said the investigation would examine X’s approach to illegal content, with particular attention on the social media platform’s response to hate-related material.

Several senior Manchester United players reportedly share Lisandro Martinez’s frustration with the club’s recruitment strategy, adding to pressure on sporting director Jason Wilcox. Martinez criticised United’s summer planning after the 2-0 Champions League defeat by Atletico Madrid. According to talkSPORT, his concerns are also held by a number of experienced members of the dressing room. The reported unease centres on the balance of the squad and the belief that United failed to build sufficiently on the progress made during the second half of last season. Manchester United players question recruitment balance United spent around £155 million on midfield additions, bringing…

A disability support worker has been left traumatised after a violent attack outside a shopping centre in Ipswich. No further details about the incident have been provided.

China’s exports surged by 36.3% year on year in September to $447.18 billion, providing a boost to the world’s second-largest economy as it contends with slowing growth. The rise accelerated from a 25% increase in August and represented China’s strongest monthly export growth since 2021, when trade figures were distorted by the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic and strict lockdowns. Technology-related goods were a major driver. Semiconductor exports more than doubled, rising by over 108%, while shipments of automatic data processing machines increased by almost 55%. Imports also gathered pace, climbing 31% from a year earlier compared with 28.2% in…

Senior Republicans are privately conceding that the party may be unable to retain control of the House of Representatives in the midterm elections, with efforts increasingly focused on limiting losses and protecting its Senate majority. Five senior Republican lawmakers, speaking anonymously about the party’s position, said the House was effectively slipping away. One said the immediate aim was to “save as many Republican seats as we can”, adding that President Donald Trump was not helping the party’s prospects. “President Trump has made this election all about himself,” the lawmaker said. “Now we have to survive that political storm.” A second…

Michael Carrick’s Manchester United future is under increasing threat, with the club’s board reportedly dissatisfied with recent performances and the next three matches seen as decisive for his position. United’s 2-0 Champions League defeat by Atletico Madrid on Tuesday extended their winless run to five matches. They are also sitting in the bottom half of the Premier League, with only two victories recorded this season, according to Reuters. Manchester United board demands improvement from Carrick Transfer journalist Nicolò Schira reports that United’s hierarchy is unhappy with the team’s displays and now considers Carrick’s position to be at risk. The former…

A grieving husband has forgiven a Caboolture teenager who killed his wife in a crash involving a stolen car during a violent crime spree. The woman died after the teenager’s alleged offending culminated in the collision, leaving her husband to mourn her loss while offering forgiveness to the young person responsible.