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Steven Kolb has resigned as president and chief executive of the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA), days after a confrontation with PETA protesters at a New York Fashion Week show. The fashion executive announced his decision on Friday, 18 September, following a period of leave after footage of the incident spread online. The video showed Kolb leaving his seat and physically intervening with protesters. At one point, he appeared to hold one of them to the ground and place a hand over her mouth. In a statement published on his Substack, Kolb said: “Leaving after twenty years is…

Chelsea’s Estevao Willian problem has been highlighted by Jamie Redknapp, who believes the teenage winger is too talented to remain on the bench for extended periods under manager Xabi Alonso. Estevao, 19, made a strong impression after joining Chelsea last season, although his form dipped slightly as the campaign progressed. Despite that, he remains regarded as one of the most promising young players in world football. His limited opportunities have raised questions about how Alonso can accommodate him in a squad already featuring several high-profile attacking options. Redknapp questions Estevao’s role at Chelsea Redknapp, the former Liverpool and Tottenham midfielder,…

Tamika Upton reached 60 career tries as the Brisbane Broncos moved well clear of the Newcastle Knights. The milestone came against Newcastle, with Upton’s try helping send the Broncos far ahead of their rivals.

A major fire at the Grand Burstin Hotel in Folkestone has led to the evacuation of guests, with firefighters tackling a blaze believed to have started in the building’s basement. The incident began at around 2am at the Britannia Hotels-owned property on the seafront. The cause of the fire has not yet been established. At the height of the response, 26 fire engines and a height vehicle were sent to the scene. Fifteen fire engines and the height vehicle remain in attendance, with crews wearing breathing apparatus as they continue efforts to extinguish the fire. A welfare centre has been…

An 18-year-old man has been arrested after a woman died from stab wounds at a home in New South Wales, while another man has fled. The woman was found at the property in Wagga Wagga, where she later died. The 18-year-old remains the only person reported to have been arrested in connection with the incident.

The United States is reportedly considering a major reduction in its military presence in Europe after European allies refused to allow American forces to use their airbases for attacks on Iran. Senior Pentagon commanders are expected to present options to Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth in the coming days, amid Russia’s continuing war in Ukraine and growing concerns in Europe about possible sabotage operations. US troop withdrawal options in Europe One proposal would remove about one-third of the estimated 68,000 US troops stationed in Europe, mainly affecting forces based in Germany, Italy and Spain. A more extensive plan could see 40,000…

Xabi Alonso was signalling his frustration with Chelsea’s squad and transfer business when he introduced 16-year-old Mahdi Nicoll-Jazuli during the 3-0 defeat by Brentford, according to former Blues midfielder Joe Cole. Nicoll-Jazuli was brought on as Chelsea chased the game, with Cole arguing that the decision highlighted the limited options available to Alonso. The teenager’s appearance came during another troubled defensive display from the visitors. Chelsea conceded three goals in the second half, taking their total for the opening five Premier League matches to 12. That leaves them with the worst defensive record in the division. Joe Cole believes Xabi…

An 18-year-old man has been arrested after a 23-year-old woman was fatally stabbed at a home in Kooringal, a suburb of Wagga Wagga in New South Wales. Emergency services were called to the property on Ziegler Avenue at about 11.45am on Saturday, where the woman was found suffering stab wounds. Police and paramedics performed CPR, but she died at the scene. Officers were told that another man had left the home before emergency services arrived. Police believe those involved were known to one another. The arrested man was taken to Wagga Wagga Police Station. Specialist officers are investigating the circumstances…

A mountain lion was filmed darting through front gardens and moving beneath windows on a residential street in San Francisco. Dramatic footage showed the animal crossing between homes, while another image captured it crouched beneath a bush with its ears raised, appearing to keep watch. The sightings created a striking scene on the busy street as the mountain lion moved through the neighbouring properties.

Four girls and an 18-year-old woman have been arrested after a brawl broke out in the food court at Northland Shopping Centre in Melbourne. Victoria Police said officers were patrolling the Preston shopping centre on Friday night when they saw a group involved in a fight. The girls arrested were aged 12, 14, 16 and 17. The woman, from Coburg North, was also taken into custody. The 14-year-old suffered minor injuries and was taken to hospital. The 12-year-old was treated by paramedics and later released while police continued their inquiries. Police interviewed the 18-year-old and the 16 and 17-year-olds, who…