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Jamie Carragher has warned Arsenal that Manchester City are emerging as the clearest threat to their Premier League title defence, despite Mikel Arteta’s side making a perfect start to the campaign. Arsenal began with a 3-0 victory over City in the Community Shield, appearing to underline the gap between the two teams. But City have responded by winning five consecutive matches in all competitions, including a dramatic 1-0 derby victory over Manchester United at Old Trafford. Carragher warns Arsenal about Manchester City Speaking to Sky Sports, Carragher said Arsenal’s title success could give them greater belief after finally overcoming the…

Snowtown killer James Vlassakis will walk free from prison after an appeal seeking to overturn his parole approval was rejected.

Saudi Arabia has vowed to respond “firmly” after Houthi missile and drone attacks wounded 13 civilians in three Saudi cities, while the Iran-aligned group accused the kingdom of launching dozens of air raids across Yemen. The Saudi-led coalition said the attacks struck Khamis Mushait, Abha and Taif, causing minor to moderate injuries and damaging seven homes and two vehicles. Coalition spokesman Major-General Turki al-Maliki said: “The Joint Forces Command of the Coalition will deal with these attacks responsibly and firmly to protect the sovereignty of the kingdom.” Houthis allege 54 Saudi air raids Later on Tuesday, the Houthis, also known…

Japanese land prices have risen for a fifth consecutive year, extending the country’s latest run of annual growth. The increase marks another year of gains in Japan’s land market, although no further details were provided.

Bruno Fernandes has been accused of cheating by former Aston Villa striker Gabriel Agbonlahor after the Manchester United captain’s involvement in the controversial incident that saw Manchester City’s Phil Foden sent off in the derby. Foden was dismissed in the 23rd minute for kicking out at Fernandes following a clash between the pair. City nevertheless secured a 1-0 victory through Erling Haaland’s second-half goal. Fernandes criticised over Manchester derby red card Speaking on talkSPORT, Agbonlahor said Fernandes had exaggerated the incident and played a significant part in Foden’s dismissal. He also described the result as a form of “karma” for…

Gold Coast mayor Tom Tate swore at a journalist who questioned him about a dinner with US President Donald Trump. The exchange concerned the White House’s claim that the dinner never happened.

Cue Clothing has entered voluntary administration after its owner failed to secure a buyer, with the Australian womenswear retailer’s 51 shops remaining open while a sale process begins. Employees across Australia and New Zealand were informed on Tuesday that the company had appointed receivers and managers from FTI Consulting, Kate Warwick and Vaughan Strawbridge. The stores comprise 42 full-price outlets and nine discount shops. The business will continue trading while its assets, finances and restructuring options are assessed. FTI said Cue’s improved performance over the last financial year had not been enough to offset its overheads. “The receivers are continuing…

China’s renewable energy overcapacity is driving energy companies to explore artificial intelligence as a way of managing surplus power and improving the reliability of wind and solar infrastructure, speakers at the Fortune Leaders Forum in Macau said. China has installed renewable capacity at such a pace that its clean energy infrastructure now exceeds what the market requires, according to executives speaking at the event on September 8. Youyuan Huang, executive vice chairman of battery anode materials producer BTR New Material Group, said: “China’s grid is a very strong and stable one. But we’ve installed too much green energy.” The International…

Text messages between Hayden Panettiere and an alleged drug dealer are a central focus of a US Drug Enforcement Administration investigation into the circumstances of her death, according to people with direct knowledge of the inquiry. The exchanges reportedly continued for years, including during the week Panettiere died. Investigators are examining messages in which the actor and the dealer allegedly discussed buying pills on the black market. One person familiar with the investigation said: “There are a slew of messages about drugs.” The DEA believes Panettiere died after taking an oxycodone pill contaminated with fentanyl. She is said to have…

Paul Scholes has questioned whether Manchester United goalkeeper Senne Lammens is good enough to help the club challenge for the Premier League title. Lammens, who joined United from Royal Antwerp for £18.1 million in 2025, has established himself as Michael Carrick’s first-choice goalkeeper. But Scholes believes there remains uncertainty over whether the Belgian can reach the standard set by the goalkeepers behind previous championship-winning sides. Paul Scholes questions Senne Lammens’ title credentials Speaking on The Good, The Bad and The Football podcast, the former United midfielder said a team could not realistically compete for major honours without a top-class goalkeeper.…