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Trump slams Zelenskyy amid Russia sanctions rift and says ‘somebody else’ should negotiate for Ukraine - live
President facing criticism for his move to waive sanctions for Russia as a new poll by Reuters shows only 31% of Americans approve of his performance in office Sign up for US Breaking News email
Ultra-endurance athlete completes 900-mile swim along entire California coast
Catherine Breed began unprecedented journey at northern end of state, swimming 10 miles a day to reach other end in less than four months
French authorities announce partial curfews as PM blames ‘ultra-left’ for exploiting protests – Europe live
Curfews to apply to parts of cities including Paris, Nice and Lyon after days of violence on French streets Macron criticises ‘unbridled violence’ after 2,400 arrests across France
NFL today: How to watch Commanders v 49ers, TV channels & live stream Monday 19 October
How will the Commanders and 49ers fare today? Here is what to know, including kick-off time, TV channels and live stream options
Uefa demands Fifa releases documents relating to World Cup sell-off scheme
European governing body gives two-week deadline Letter addresses other issues including Balogun affair
No 10: Hegseth ‘wrong’ to say most non-US Nato soldiers didn’t fight in Afghanistan – as it happened
Downing Street delivered a rare rebuke to a senior member of Donald Trump’s administration
People scour strait of Hormuz for spilt cargo after Iran attacks container ships
At least 15 vessels struck in waterway in past 10 days, with rumours that they were carrying valuable goods
Man who heckled Abdul El-Sayed is former Josh Hawley aide, records show
Thomas Teepell, who worked for Republican senator, demanded El-Sayed disavow Muslim Brotherhood
Anti-Zionism: A Jewish History by Benjamin Moser review – the deep roots of a contemporary movement
A biographer’s affecting account of prominent critics of Zionism, from Hannah Arendt to Nan Goldin
Bayern and Luis Díaz warm up for Arsenal revenge mission with furious rout of Leipzig | Andy Brassell
Bruised Bundesliga champions hit a supposed rival for six and their flying winger is peaking at a perfect moment
WSL talking points: pressure mounts on Slegers as Hemp closes on record
Another round of games and another disappointing draw for Arsenal while Manchester City sit top of the table with a 100% record
Saudi Arabia is learning the hard way: they can’t count on Trump for protection | Mohamad Bazzi
After Houthis escalated their attacks on Saudi Arabia, the US turned down calls from MBS for help
The abortion debate has gone quiet amid US midterms. In Idaho, the stakes remain high
Republicans delay major action on abortion until after midterm elections, and Democrats focus on affordability
Premier ‘deeply appalled’ after Indi MP Haines injured – as it happened
This blog is now closed ‘Deeply appalled’: politicians condemn alleged attack after Helen Haines critically injured Helen Haines, the principled MP respected across parliament What we know so far Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast
After the ITV exposé, see Reform’s fixation with ‘hate preachers’ as the stinking hypocrisy it really is | Owen Jones
Far-right extremism and rhetoric is coming from activists and unvetted councillors, but party leaders who peddle fear and rage can’t escape blame
Kawhi Leonard: a hero’s complicated return to the Toronto Raptors
The reunion between one of the best players of his generation and the team he helped make an NBA champion is an opportunity to change narratives
Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action
Florian Wirtz takes on more responsibility in Liverpool’s attack while Pierre Sage is under pressure at Crystal Palace
‘This is not poker’: Alberta goes to polls in referendum that has exposed divisions, not least among separatists
Voters to be asked whether province should remain part of Canada or hold a second, binding independence vote
Why are some NHS maternity units facing closure?
Merging units could improve safety, says NHS leader, but leave women in rural and coastal areas travelling further to give birth Up to 20 maternity units in England may have to shut, NHS leader warns
‘It’s about persistence’: Cornish devolution no longer a pipe dream as its champion bows out
Dick Cole is quitting Mebyon Kernow, which campaigns for greater self-rule for Cornwall, after 29 years at the helm
Up to 20 maternity units in England may have to shut, NHS leader warns
Exclusive: NHS Alliance’s acute care director says centralisation of services ‘inevitable’ to ensure safe care Why are some NHS maternity units facing closure?
Tony Hall has lived in the UK for 50 years. Why is the Home Office trying to deport him?
He arrived in the UK aged 12, but for the last 14 years Hall has been under threat of being sent back to Barbados – a country he doesn’t remember and where he has no surviving relatives
Kylie Minogue songs already used to train AI as tech firms ‘strong-arm’ Australian government, music body warns
Of the dozens of countries approached to water down their laws, Australia appears to be the only one considering it, publishers’ group says Get our new political email , free app or daily news podcast
EPA quietly backtracks on claims US has phased out toxic Pfas compounds
Agency changes wording on website as Texas-based firm continues manufacture of plastic container barriers