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Thomas Tuchel has dismissed concerns over England’s defensive frailties after their 3-2 defeat by Spain, insisting the team’s biggest threat came from its own mistakes in possession. The Three Lions conceded to Lamine Yamal, Alex Baena and Mikel Oyarzabal against the world and European champions on Saturday. The result means England have let in nine goals across their last three internationals against Argentina, France and Spain. Tuchel, however, believes the defensive structure was stronger than in several previous matches and says the problems arose during England’s build-up play, particularly in deep areas. “It’s not a concern yet,” the England manager…

GoFundMe has refunded more than $745,000 to donors after removing a viral fundraiser for an elderly Texas couple when it discovered that the woman presenting herself as their neighbour was actually the couple’s daughter. The campaign was created to support 81-year-old Donald Johnson, from The Colony, who had been delivering lost luggage to help pay for medical treatment for his wife, Josephine, who has cancer. It attracted widespread attention after footage showed him carrying heavy cases up a flight of stairs. GoFundMe said its Trust & Safety team received a tip on 25 September questioning the identity of the organiser,…

An 88-year-old woman has been charged with attempted murder over an allegation that she tried to kill her husband at the Perth aged care home where they live together. Gay Bernadette Branchi was taken into custody late on Thursday from The Queenslea in Claremont, where she shares a room with former Automotive Holdings Group chairman Robert Branchi. She appeared before Perth Magistrates Court on Friday by audio link from a bedside hearing. She could be heard crying during the proceedings. Her Legal Aid lawyer sought bail, but the magistrate said she did not have the authority to hear the application…

A taxpayer-funded advertising campaign praising President Trump began airing across national cable channels and network television over the weekend, including CBS. The campaign has been broadcast at public expense, with CBS News reporter Aaron Navarro covering the advertisements and their focus on the president.

Iraqi Airways has resumed flights between Najaf and Iranian airports after services were suspended over fears that United States secondary sanctions could affect aviation companies operating routes linked to Tehran. The flights restarted on Monday from the central Iraqi province, along with the return of services at three other Iraqi airports. The move enables Iraq’s flag carrier to operate despite concerns among international contractors responsible for handling Iranian-linked flights. Iran challenges aviation sanctions Iran has lodged a formal complaint with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) over the US measures, according to Iranian state media. Abuzar Shiroudi, head of Iran’s…

Brazil’s debt profile has worsened after the share of its borrowing linked to floating interest rates reached a fresh high. The development increases the proportion of Brazil’s debt exposed to movements in interest rates, although no further details were provided.

Jake Foy and Nicolas La Traverse have marked their first wedding anniversary by reflecting on their marriage, creative partnership and plans for the year ahead. The couple married on September 27 in Montreal, Quebec, in front of 100 friends and family members. They now live in Los Angeles with their dog, Daisy. Foy, 35, is set to lead Hallmark Channel’s upcoming Christmas film Who’s Coming for Christmas?, which will premiere on October 30 as part of the broadcaster’s Countdown to Christmas season. He will also appear in the Netflix holiday release Guarding Stars, alongside Leighton Meester, Jared Padalecki and Andie…

Thousands of bottles of a blood pressure medicine have been recalled across the United States after failing testing by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Inventia Healthcare Limited, based in India, has withdrawn 13,567 bottles of its 25mg chlorthalidone tablets. The medicine is used to treat high blood pressure and the recalled bottles contain 100 tablets each. The affected batch is marked RISA24002 and carries an expiry date of April 2027. The FDA said the tablets failed dissolution specifications, meaning they may not break down properly after being taken and could affect how the active ingredient is released. The recall…

Australian politicians from Labor, One Nation and the independent “teal” crossbench have joined Jewish community leaders in calling for stronger hate speech laws after Melbourne preacher Abu Ahmad urged followers to “take up arms” against Christians and Jews. Allegra Spender, the independent MP for Wentworth, said the remarks demonstrated the need for nationally consistent laws. Her electorate includes Bondi Beach, where Australia’s worst terror attack took place. “I hope the royal commission will make recommendations relating to this, but regardless, I will continue the push and urge all politicians who express sincere concern about hate preachers to back stronger protections,”…

Mesabi Metallics is to build a $15 billion steel plant in Iowa, Donald Trump has announced, in a project the White House says would be the largest of its kind in US history. The Minnesota-based company expects the plant to begin operating in 2030, producing at least 7.5 million tons of steel a year and creating 1,750 permanent jobs, according to the administration. “Today, we’re thrilled to announce that Mesabi Metallics will be building the largest steel plant in American history in the great state of Iowa,” Mr Trump said at the White House. The announcement was made in the…