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Tennessee Governor Bill Lee has halted the remaining execution scheduled in the state this year after an attempt to put Christa Pike to death failed. Mr Lee has ordered a “comprehensive, third-party review” to establish what went wrong during the execution attempt. In a statement, he said: “Carrying out a lawfully imposed sentence is among the state’s most serious responsibilities, and the people of Tennessee expect it to be done in a manner that is not only legal and constitutional, but is effective.” Christa Pike execution attempt Pike was reportedly left snoring loudly after two unsuccessful injections. Witnesses said she…

Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister Elma has criticised Portugal after the national team reportedly handed his number seven shirt to Rafael Leao following the forward’s departure from Jorge Jesus’ squad. Ronaldo had worn the number for almost 20 years. The reported change came after a dispute involving the Al Nassr player and Portugal manager Jesus. Cristiano Ronaldo’s sister attacks Portugal’s handling of row Ronaldo was an unused substitute in Portugal’s recent match against Norway. He subsequently went down the tunnel at full-time and left the national team’s camp. Elma responded on social media, endorsing a message which criticised the treatment of her…

Heavy rain and thunderstorms are set to continue across Dallas and North Texas through Friday, with a flood watch in place as authorities warn of flash flooding on roads and in low-lying areas. The National Weather Service’s Fort Worth office said the watch covered much of North and Central Texas through Friday morning. Rainfall totals of between 1.5 and 3 inches are expected in many areas, with isolated totals of up to 5 inches possible. A slow-moving storm system is bringing repeated downpours to the region, raising the risk of flooding in urban areas, creeks, streams and places with poor…

AFLW round eight begins with Carlton facing Hawthorn at Ikon Park on Thursday evening, with the match scheduled for 7.15pm AEST. Richmond will meet Geelong at the same venue and time on Friday, before a six-match programme on Saturday. Greater Western Sydney host Essendon at Henson Park, while the Western Bulldogs take on St Kilda at Mars Stadium. Brisbane Lions face Gold Coast at Brighton Homes Arena, and Port Adelaide meet Adelaide at Alberton Oval to complete Saturday’s fixtures. AFLW round eight fixtures continue on Sunday Sunday’s action starts with North Melbourne against Sydney at Arden Street Oval at 1.05pm…

Princess Diana told her brother that Mohamed Al Fayed groped her and made a sexually suggestive remark during the early stages of her relationship with his son, Dodi, according to Earl Spencer. In his memoir Swan Song, Spencer writes that the Princess of Wales was “revolted” by the late Harrods owner and believed he had used his friendship with her stepmother, Raine, Countess Spencer, to help bring her and Dodi together. Spencer says Diana told him that Al Fayed had approached her, placed a hand on her bottom and squeezed it. He claims Al Fayed then said: “And in Egypt,…

Micah Richards has described the findings against Manchester City in the Premier League financial case as “absolutely devastating”, saying the controversy has been especially painful because of his lifelong connection with the club. An independent commission found City guilty of serious financial breaches over nine seasons between 2009/10 and 2017/18. The Premier League said the club used “sham” arrangements to inflate revenues and reduce costs by more than £900 million. Three of four charges relating to cooperation with the league were also upheld. Manchester City deny wrongdoing and intend to appeal the commission’s conclusions. Micah Richards on Manchester City financial…

Early voting for Chicago’s 2026 general election begins on Thursday, October 1, giving residents the chance to cast their ballots more than a month before polling day. Voting will initially be available at the downtown Voting Supersite at 137 South State Street and at the Chicago Board of Elections office at 69 West Washington Street. The wider early voting operation will expand to sites in all 50 wards from Monday, October 19. Chicago voters may use any early voting centre in the city, regardless of where they live. The general election will take place on Tuesday, November 3. Voters can…

Meghan Markle is rumoured to want to narrate a documentary Prince Harry is reportedly developing about his late mother, Diana, ahead of a potential release marking the 30th anniversary of her death. No documentary has been officially confirmed, but reports suggest the Duke of Sussex is in discussions about producing the project, with Netflix said to be a possible buyer. The couple are also believed to have been in talks with the streaming service about the documentary since early 2025. Hollywood insiders have claimed the film could generate up to £74 million for Harry, Meghan and their Archewell Productions company.…

UK 30-year gilt yields have risen above 6 per cent for the first time since 1998, intensifying pressure on the Chancellor ahead of this month’s Budget. The yield on the long-dated government bond reached 6.029 per cent, its highest level since January 1998. Gilt prices move in the opposite direction to yields, meaning the rise reflects a sharp sell-off in the market. Ten-year gilt yields also climbed to 5.509 per cent, passing 5.5 per cent for the first time since July 2007, while five-year borrowing costs reached an 18-year high. The increase came amid a wider rise in borrowing costs…

A manhunt is under way in east Harris County after a sheriff’s deputy was shot while responding to a family disturbance in Channelview, Texas. The deputy was attacked on Bayou Drive, near the I-10 East Freeway, on Wednesday evening, Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said. He was hit in the lower half of his body and taken to hospital in fair condition. The deputy’s identity has not been released. Blue Alert issued for Chase Layne Patin Authorities are searching for Chase Layne Patin, who is wanted in connection with the shooting. A Blue Alert was issued after he was last…