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Latino voters are emerging as a decisive bloc in Pennsylvania’s fiercely contested seventh Congressional District, with Democrats and Republicans competing for support in a community increasingly focused on the cost of living, immigration and a lack of faith in politicians. Allentown, once overwhelmingly white, is now a majority-Latino city, largely home to Puerto Rican and Dominican communities. The shift has made its voters central to both parties’ hopes of controlling the House of Representatives. Stephanie Valencia, co-founder of Equis Research, which surveys Latino voters, said the outcome would depend heavily on whether Latinos turned out and which party they supported.…

Manchester United are expected to prioritise defensive signings in the January transfer window, with the club’s recruitment team viewing the back line as the next major phase of their squad rebuild. The focus comes after United invested heavily in their attack and midfield during recent transfer windows, while a difficult start to the season has again highlighted weaknesses in defence. Michael Carrick’s position remains under scrutiny, but INEOS are reportedly still minded to give the manager more time rather than make another immediate change in the dugout. Manchester United set to target defenders in January Football Insider reports that defenders…

A Queensland doctor who left Australia to join Islamic State fighters in Syria supplied extremist material to a Melbourne man accused of being an influential propagandist for the terrorist organisation, a court has heard. Details of the alleged relationship between Dr Omer Elamin and 65-year-old Mohamed Musse Bakit emerged during a bail hearing at Melbourne Magistrates’ Court. Bakit was charged last week after a lengthy counter-terrorism investigation into material he allegedly distributed through WhatsApp. Police allege Bakit sent almost 10,000 files to a group chat between November 2015 and July 2020, including Islamic State propaganda, battlefield footage, speeches, executions and…

A red jumper is emerging as one of the easiest ways to refresh an autumn wardrobe, bringing a bright accent to outfits built around denim, tailoring and neutral layers. After seasons dominated by chocolate brown, navy, grey and black, the vivid knit offers a way to update familiar pieces without replacing an entire wardrobe. Despite its bold colour, it can be styled in much the same way as a neutral. Six ways to wear a red jumper this autumn For a relaxed weekend look, pair the jumper with wide-leg jeans, brown cowboy boots and a suede belt. A checked car…

President Trump is making his first campaign stop this October in deep-red Oklahoma.

Japan’s prime minister has pledged to support the yen by strengthening the country’s economic competitiveness. The commitment links the currency’s foundations to efforts to improve Japan’s economic performance, without further details being provided.

Carlos Baleba could make his Manchester United debut against Tottenham Hotspur on 10 October after recovering faster than expected from an ankle ligament injury. The Cameroon international joined United from Brighton in August in a deal worth up to £70 million, but has yet to feature after being injured during pre-season. His progress at Carrington has reportedly impressed Michael Carrick’s coaching staff. Carlos Baleba closing in on Manchester United debut Baleba has been following an individual training programme and was included on the bench for United’s 1-1 draw with Fulham. He was not brought on, but his involvement indicated that…

An Australian couple from Sydney’s east were on board a Flydubai flight bound for Israel during an alleged attempted hijacking. The couple were travelling on the flight when the reported incident took place.

Democratic senators are seeking sanctions against individuals and organisations involved in Israel’s E1 settlement project, putting pressure on Washington to move beyond expressions of concern over settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank. The initiative comes as reports suggest the project may have been put on hold. That has raised questions over whether the delay represents a genuine change in policy or a temporary tactical pause, while the Senate prepares to leave Washington and the immediate opportunity for action narrows. The legislation was introduced on September 23 by Senators Chris Coons, Elizabeth Warren, Ron Wyden and Ruben Gallego. It has…

The Australian sharemarket has suffered its worst day in months, as surging bond yields rattled investors and a weak lead from Wall Street weighed on sentiment. The sharp decline was driven by concerns over rising borrowing costs, with higher bond yields adding to pressure on Australian equities.