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The Roosters NRLW team have remained unbeaten this season after trailing for just 70 minutes of play, building the kind of understanding that lock Olivia Kernick describes as a “sixth sense” ahead of Sunday’s grand final against Brisbane. Across 840 minutes, the Roosters have been behind for only 70. Their 770 minutes in front have helped deliver a perfect record, but the side has not dismissed the brief periods when matches have gone against them. The clearest example came in round three, when Canberra led for 32 minutes and 56 seconds before the Roosters recovered to win 22-18. Kernick still…

US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is to cut the number of positions reserved for generals and admirals by 20%, in a move expected to affect senior leadership across the Army, Navy and Air Force. A Pentagon official said Mr Hegseth would announce the plan on Wednesday during a “State of the Force” address at the Marine Corps Base Quantico in Virginia. The speech is due to be delivered before junior officers and enlisted personnel. The reduction is expected to apply to roughly 800 flag and general officer positions, with the military services instructed to double a 10% cut ordered last…

UK Prime Minister Burnham has said Britain should consider rejoining the European Union. The remarks put the question of renewed EU membership at the centre of the Prime Minister’s position on Britain’s relationship with the bloc.

Six Flags Magic Mountain has permanently retired its X2 rollercoaster after almost two decades, following lawsuits alleging serious brain injuries among riders and the deaths of two people linked to the attraction. Brian Oerding, president of the theme park in Valencia, California, announced the decision on Tuesday local time. He said X2 had carried more than 16 million guests since opening in 2008 and had developed “a passionate following among ride enthusiasts”. “After almost 20 years, we have decided to permanently retire X2,” Mr Oerding said. He added that the ride had consistently passed safety tests, but said the park…

Bayern Munich are preparing a potential January move for Barcelona attacking midfielder Dani Olmo as they assess uncertainty surrounding Michael Olise and Jamal Musiala. Olmo has established himself as an important player for Barcelona, making a mid-season departure appear unlikely. However, Bayern’s interest is understood to be growing as the Bundesliga club considers contingency plans in attack. Sky Sports reported that Bayern are monitoring the Spain international amid interest from other clubs in Olise and Musiala. Olmo’s previous experience with RB Leipzig would also give him a familiarity with the Bundesliga. Bayern Munich consider Dani Olmo amid uncertainty over key…

A preliminary magnitude 3.8 earthquake struck near Piru in Ventura County, California, on Tuesday evening, with tremors reportedly felt across parts of Southern California. The United States Geological Survey said the earthquake was recorded at a depth of roughly 6.6 miles. Its epicentre was about 2.5 miles south-east of Piru, north of Simi Valley and east of Santa Clarita. Reports submitted to the USGS indicated that shaking was felt as far away as Ojai, Palmdale and Santa Barbara. There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage following the earthquake.

A Carlton AFLW carpool is helping keep a quartet of Blues players grounded, with one taking the wheel, another providing the music and a third bringing an energetic — if often late — presence to the journey. The group’s balance is completed by a more mature figure who helps keep everyone in check. Together, the four have developed a dynamic shaped by music, food, sibling rivalry and contrasting personalities. The carpool has become a window into the relationships within the Carlton squad, where differing habits and temperaments combine to keep the Blues quartet connected away from the field.

A California high-speed rail transparency law has introduced both mandatory publication of watchdog reports and new powers to temporarily withhold sensitive information, following an investigation into hundreds of thousands of dollars in allegedly wasteful travel expenses. The report found spending on late-night luxury rides to nightclubs, gyms, a tiki bar and an escape room, with some expenses allegedly approved by the rail authority’s chief executive, Ian Choudri. It also said a Legal Services contract manager told investigators that the acting chief counsel had instructed her to approve travel that did not meet the rules because Mr Choudri had requested it.…

Nigella Lawson has been praised by Great British Bake Off viewers after repeatedly challenging fellow judge Paul Hollywood during the programme’s second episode. The exchanges came during Biscuit Week, as the judges assessed the bakers’ American-style cookies and biscuit mosaics. Viewers quickly noticed Nigella’s willingness to push back against Paul’s comments, prompting a stream of amused reactions online. When contestant Moyin said he planned to use miso in his cookies, Paul remarked: “It’s unusual to use miso in cookies.” Nigella immediately disagreed, replying: “No it isn’t the young people are doing it a lot.” She later objected when Paul described…

Madonna’s full opening performance from the 2026 MTV VMAs is now available to rewatch online, following its broadcast on Sunday September 27. MTV uploaded the performance to YouTube on Tuesday September 29, with the release featuring an alternative edit to the live transmission. The new version includes different camera angles showing more of several moments from the set. What Madonna performed at the 2026 MTV VMAs Madonna opened the ceremony with music from her latest era, beginning with the introduction to “One Step Away” and incorporating references to the visuals from Confessions II – The Film. She went on to…