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Brazil’s richest 0.1% increased their share of national income to a record 13.1% in 2024, according to analysis of tax returns, highlighting the limits of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s efforts to reduce inequality. The findings offer a counterpoint to Lula’s argument that falling inequality, stronger employment and expanded social programmes have ensured that economic gains are reaching poorer Brazilians as he prepares to seek re-election in October. Researcher Sergio Gobetti’s estimates show that the share of income held by the wealthiest 0.1% rose from 10.2% in 2020. The figures are based on detailed income-tax declarations, which capture investment…

The Rolling Stones have reportedly agreed a major deal with 101 Studios for a feature film about the band’s history, with Sir Mick Jagger, Keith Richards and Ronnie Wood said to have signed the contract last month. The project is understood to be at an early stage, with no casting yet under way. Details of the film’s style, timeframe and the episodes it will cover are still being developed. 101 Studios is best known for producing television series including Yellowstone, Landman and The Agency. A source told The Sun that the band believed its story would be “in safe hands”…

Liverpool have reportedly agreed personal terms with Monaco midfielder Lamine Camara after the Senegal international’s proposed move to Chelsea collapsed on transfer deadline day. The 22-year-old had been expected to join Chelsea, but Monaco withdrew from the deal after late developments involving Folarin Balogun’s proposed transfer to Everton. Camara subsequently remained with the Ligue 1 club. Indy Kaila reports that Camara has now agreed to a five-year contract with Liverpool, on terms understood to match those previously negotiated with Chelsea. The claim has not been officially confirmed by either Liverpool or Monaco. The same report suggests the transfer fee should…

South Fulton police are mourning the death of Officer Danielle McClendon, whose colleagues described her as a much-loved member of the department and “family” to those she served alongside. The South Fulton Police Department announced her death on Thursday, 3 September, but did not disclose her age, length of service or the circumstances surrounding it. South Fulton police remember Danielle McClendon In a statement shared on social media, the department said McClendon’s loss had been felt throughout the agency. “Danielle was more than an officer and colleague, she was family,” the statement said, reflecting on the close bonds formed by…

South Sydney Rabbitohs made the early running against the Sydney Roosters, taking a 4-0 lead after six minutes in Jai Arrow’s 100th game for the club at Allianz Stadium. The Roosters had an early decision overturned after captain’s challenge, with the bunker ruling that Egan Butcher had not knocked on. Brandon Smith was instead penalised for stripping the ball, drawing boos from the South Sydney-dominated crowd at the Roosters’ home ground. Souths soon turned pressure into points. A six-again call for an offside infringement gave them field position before David Fifita powered over from dummy-half on the right edge. Latrell…

Merseyside Police have released a list of 40 potential names in a bid to identify a woman whose body was found inside a bin bag in Stanley Park, Liverpool. The discovery prompted a dedicated inquiry by the force, with detectives reviewing missing person records and CCTV footage to establish whether any of the names correspond to the victim. Officers have urged anyone who recognises any of the names or who has information that could assist the investigation to come forward. Police emphasise that the inquiry is ongoing and that identifying the woman remains the primary objective at this stage. The…

Ellie Titmus, 32, has described how selling unwanted belongings on Vinted and eBay helped her tackle mounting debt after she became a single mother in 2022. The mother said her financial problems began to “snowball” following the change in her circumstances, as she faced the costs of raising a child alone. She turned to online marketplaces to sell items she no longer needed, using the money raised to help pay down what she owed. Her experience highlights how second-hand selling platforms can provide a practical source of extra income for families under financial pressure.

North Carolina has begun sending absentee ballots to voters, becoming the first US state to launch mail voting for the November midterm elections as Donald Trump’s administration seeks to impose new restrictions on the process. The state’s 100 county election boards are sending an initial batch to more than 46,000 voters who have requested ballots. Further ballots will be dispatched as additional applications are received, according to election officials. ([ncsbe.gov](https://www.ncsbe.gov/news/events/absentee-voting-begins-november-2026-general-election)) The mailing marks the formal start of voting in the 2026 midterm election, which will be held on 3 November. North Carolina voters can also cast their ballots during the…

Eurozone retail sales fell sharply in July as weaker demand for non-food goods outweighed an increase in spending on food, drink and tobacco, official figures showed. The volume of retail trade dropped by 0.6% from June, according to Eurostat, confounding expectations of a 0.3% rise. Non-food sales declined by 1.4%, while purchases of food, drink and tobacco increased by 0.4%. Sales of automotive fuel in specialised shops also weakened, falling by 0.8% during the month. The figures pointed to a broader slowdown across the European Union, where retail trade volume fell by 0.4%. Non-food sales declined by 1.1% and fuel…

Bella Hadid has posed in a soaking wet T-shirt and low-rise underwear while lying in a river, sharing the revealing images with her followers on Instagram Stories. The 29-year-old model was photographed surrounded by woodland, with her slicked-back hair and white T-shirt clinging to her figure as she stretched out across the water. In another image, she knelt at the river’s edge and arched her back towards the camera. ([okmagazine.com](https://okmagazine.com/p/bella-hadid-curves-full-display-soaking-wet-body-hugging-t-shirt/?utm_source=openai)) Hadid’s latest snaps were shared on Sunday, August 23, during a series of outdoor photographs. The images showed her embracing the natural setting while wearing the body-hugging top with matching…