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Tottenham defender Destiny Udogie has been revealed as the Premier League footballer allegedly threatened at gunpoint by an agent in north London last month. The incident reportedly took place on 6 September in Cockfosters, Barnet, while Udogie was out with a friend during the international break. Police were called, and a 31-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of possessing a firearm with intent to cause fear of violence, blackmail, and driving without a licence. No injuries were reported, and there is no suggestion the agent involved represents Udogie. The suspect has since been released on bail as investigations continue. A…

Two French nationals, Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, have been released from detention in Iran after more than three years in prison. French President Emmanuel Macron announced their freedom, describing it as a “huge relief” for both families and the nation. The French government stated that the charges against Kohler and Paris were without merit. Both were safely received at the French embassy in Tehran following their release. Authorities emphasized that their well-being was a top priority during the diplomatic process. Macron highlighted the extensive diplomatic efforts that led to their release, signaling continued commitment to protecting French citizens abroad.…

Australia will enforce a new law on December 10 banning children under 16 from holding accounts on major social platforms. The government has now added Reddit and livestreaming site Kick to the restricted list. They join Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, Threads, TikTok, X, and YouTube under this rule. Communications Minister Anika Wells announced the update on Wednesday, calling the measure a “world-first legal obligation.” She warned that platforms failing to block underage users could face fines of up to 50 million Australian dollars (€28.3 million). “We have met with several companies this month to ensure full compliance,” Wells told reporters in…

Authorities closed Brussels Zaventem Airport on Tuesday night after multiple drone sightings above the airfield. Belgium’s public broadcaster VRT reported that officials suspended all departures and arrivals following the initial sighting. The airport briefly reopened before closing again after a second drone appeared. Liège Airport, which had accepted diverted flights from Brussels, also suspended operations after a separate drone incident. A spokesperson for Skeyes, Belgium’s civil airspace authority, confirmed the first sighting occurred around 8 p.m. local time, forcing flights to divert to Ostend-Bruges and Charleroi Brussels South. The drone intrusions occurred as both NATO and the European Union maintained…

Sir David Attenborough’s new BBC series Kingdom features a remarkable scene where a lion saves a pregnant hyena from a pack of wild dogs — one of many rare moments filmed over five years in Zambia’s Luangwa Valley. The series follows four rival carnivore families — lions, hyenas, leopards, and wild dogs — revealing their fierce competition and surprising cooperation. Executive producer Mike Gunton said: “Only nature could write a script like this.” Narrated by Attenborough, Kingdom also highlights human pressures such as habitat loss and snare traps, showing how they reshape animal behaviour. One moving scene features a three-legged…

A U.S. startup focused on enterprise-AI automation has secured a large funding round, drawing attention from investors and industry experts. The investment highlights growing confidence in U.S. innovation in workplace AI. The startup develops AI tools that automate business processes, making operations faster and more efficient. Investors see strong potential in the technology as companies increasingly adopt automation solutions. Funding like this plays a key role in advancing product development. Startups can expand research, hire skilled workers, and bring new AI applications to market more quickly. Investor interest reflects optimism about the future of AI in the workplace. Automation technologies…

OpenAI has signed a $38 billion (£29 billion) deal with Amazon to use its powerful cloud computing network. The move gives the ChatGPT developer greater access to essential computing resources and deepens its influence in the artificial intelligence industry. Expanding alliances beyond Microsoft Throughout 2025, OpenAI has secured more than $1 trillion in deals with Oracle, Broadcom, AMD and Nvidia. The new partnership with Amazon marks a clear step away from Microsoft’s dominance and broadens OpenAI’s access to cutting-edge technology. The seven-year agreement allows OpenAI to use Nvidia’s high-performance processors through Amazon Web Services. It follows a sweeping internal overhaul…

Ownership Transfer and Deal TermsStarbucks has announced it will cede majority control of its Chinese retail operations to Boyu Capital in a transaction valued at approximately $4 billion. Boyu is set to acquire a 60% stake, leaving Starbucks with 40%, while the company continues to license its brand, menu, and operational standards to the new joint venture. The partnership is expected to close in the second quarter of fiscal 2026, pending regulatory approvals in China. Strategic Motives and Expansion PlansThe deal is part of Starbucks’ strategy to strengthen its presence in a highly competitive Chinese market, where local chains like…

Real Sociedad ended their poor run with a thrilling 3–2 victory over Athletic Club, clinched by Jon Gorrotxategi’s dramatic stoppage-time winner in San Sebastián. The match, played in torrential rain, was a fierce, chaotic classic. Gorrotxategi — a homegrown player making his derby debut — smashed home the decisive goal in the 92nd minute, sparking wild celebrations at the Reale Arena. Earlier, Brais Méndez had opened the scoring after Ander Barrenetxea returned to the pitch injured to deliver a cross, while Gonçalo Guedes and Robert Navarro traded second-half goals in a frantic contest. The victory, Real Sociedad’s second in a…

Nigeria faces renewed tension after U.S. President Donald Trump ordered the Pentagon to prepare for possible military intervention. His comments linked the move to alleged Christian persecution in the country, drawing both support and outrage. Trump warned on social media that the U.S. might halt all aid and launch attacks to “wipe out Islamic terrorists” if Nigeria failed to protect Christians. He said any U.S. action would be “fast, vicious, and sweet.” President Bola Ahmed Tinubu rejected the idea of foreign intervention but offered to meet Trump for talks on counterterrorism and security cooperation. He stressed that any partnership must…