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Tom Cruise’s latest film, Digger, has sharply divided critics, with the actor’s dramatic transformation into an eccentric oil tycoon earning praise from some reviewers and fierce criticism from others. The big-budget black comedy was positioned as an awards contender for Cruise, who plays Digger Rockwell, a powerful businessman forced to confront an ecological disaster he has caused. Directed by Alejandro González Iñárritu, the film also stars John Goodman as the dictatorial president of the United States. Reviews have ranged from four-star acclaim to descriptions of the film as “insufferable”, with several critics questioning its length, tone and ambitious environmental satire.…

Members of a Japanese economic panel have emphasised the importance of the Bank of Japan’s independence, placing the issue at the centre of discussion about the country’s central bank.

Austin Riley’s three-run home run lifted the Atlanta Braves to a 5-3 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies in Game One of the National League Wild Card Series at Truist Park on Tuesday. The Braves trailed until the eighth inning, when Michael Harris II singled and Ozzie Albies was hit by a pitch against Philadelphia closer Jhoan Duran. Riley then drove the next opportunity over the right-centre-field wall to put Atlanta ahead. Harris finished with three hits, while Duran was charged with the defeat after allowing only two home runs in 61 regular-season appearances. Austin Riley delivers decisive Wild Card Series…

Five luxury coastal homes for sale across Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland are showcasing expansive outdoor living, resort-style amenities and views of the sea or waterways. The properties, in Sorrento, Stanwell Park, Byron Bay and Benowa Waters, combine open-plan interiors with features including swimming pools, landscaped gardens, outdoor kitchens and private entertaining spaces. Luxury coastal homes in Victoria and New South Wales At 35 Salonika Street in Sorrento, natural stone, French oak timber and handmade Krause bricks set the tone for a contemporary home designed to draw in natural light. The kitchen, living and dining areas open towards an…

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UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham has set out plans to reshape public services, promising major improvements in social care, housing and energy. The proposals are intended to address how these services are delivered across the UK, with Mr Burnham outlining what he says could amount to a significant change in provision. The plans are expected to have implications for people who rely on social care, housing services and energy, although further details of the proposals were not given.

Citadel’s Griffin has donated $3 billion to Carnegie Mellon University, alongside plans for the institution to establish a campus in Miami. The donation and proposed Miami campus were announced as part of the same development, linking the university’s expansion plans with one of the largest gifts made by Griffin. Further details of the plans were not provided.

Martin Drury has admitted becoming a head coach was never part of his career plan, but the Huddersfield-born coach is now determined to build a team that reflects the character of the town. Drury took temporary charge of Huddersfield in March before being handed a two-year contract in May. He had joined the club as Liam Manning’s assistant and stepped up alongside Jon Stead when Manning took compassionate leave. “No. In truth, it wasn’t,” Drury said when asked whether he had always wanted to manage in his own right. His coaching career has taken him from Boston United and Bradford…

Phoenix Crossland has faced a wave of online abuse after his tackle left Nathan Cleary with a serious injury during the NRL preliminary final, despite the Newcastle Knights player expressing remorse and being punished by the judiciary. Crossland was sent from the field after the tackle on one of rugby league’s biggest stars. He was subsequently suspended for four matches, ruling him out of Sunday’s grand final as the Knights prepare for their first appearance in the decider in 25 years. The incident was rightly subjected to scrutiny, but the reaction on social media has gone beyond criticism of the…

Senator Josh Hawley is to introduce legislation aimed at regulating Flock cameras and other AI-powered surveillance technology, with measures covering the collection, security and use of vehicle data. The Stop Flock Abuse Act would prevent local authorities from selling or sharing information gathered by automated licence plate readers. Driver data would also have to be permanently deleted within 10 days, unless it was being used in a criminal investigation. The cameras can record a vehicle’s make, model and colour. Hawley, a Missouri Republican, said they were creating digital records of people’s movements without sufficient safeguards. “AI-powered cameras produced by Flock…