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Marquez wins Japanese GP to cut Martin's lead
MOTEGI, Japan, Oct 4 : Ducati's Marc Marquez won his fourth Japanese Grand Prix to complete a sprint-race double at the Motegi Circuit on Sunday and cut title rival Jorge Martin's championship lead to two points. Polesitter Martin managed to hold on to his advantage off the line and appeared comfortable in the opening eight laps as Marquez waited for the perfect moment to pounce. That opportunity came on the 11th lap when Martin left a sliver of space on his inside, which Marquez exploited to take the lead.
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US Coast Guard finds debris from medical plane carrying six people
- The US Coast Guard found debris from a missing medical transport plane flying from Bermuda to Boston with six people on board. - The plane carried four Canadian and two Bermudian nationals, including pilots, medical staff, a patient, and a family member. - Search efforts continue overnight as the six people remain unaccounted for, with a news update scheduled for the morning of Oct 4. WASHINGTON – The US Coast Guard said on Oct 3 it found debris from a medical transport plane that went missing while flying from Bermuda to Boston, with the six people on board still unaccounted for.
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US Marine detained in connection with death in Japan, US officials say
The U.S. ambassador said his office was "providing full cooperation." A U.S. service member was detained in connection with a death of a Japanese national in Okinawa, U.S. officials said. "We are actively cooperating with Japanese authorities, in response to allegations of serious criminal actions by a Marine assigned to the III Marine Expeditionary Force," the force said in a statement on social media. "We extend our deepest condolences to the victim’s family and friends." U.S.
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Party conference will be more upbeat than last year, Tories say – but that’s not the whole story
The mood is better but ‘overhyped’, says one Conservative MP as party remains a distant third in polls The forthcoming Conservative conference will be, almost everyone in the party agrees, notably more upbeat and unified than last year. There is a similar consensus that Kemi Badenoch is doing well as party leader. That is, however, not the whole story. “The mood is better but the facts are still very poor,” one Conservative MP said. “We are still a distant third in the polls, and if there was an election tomorrow we would lose, and badly. That means the mood is overhyped.” Continue reading...
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Japan Calls US Envoy After Marine Arrest Over Okinawa Murder
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It's The End Of An Era For Nintendo LEGO Sets
Nintendo and LEGO have been teaming up for a while, turning classic games into brick‑by‑brick playsets that kids and adults could both enjoy. Over the years we’ve seen everything from Super Mario’s iconic blocks and characters to The Legend of Zelda’s dungeons, all built with those familiar LEGO bricks. It felt like a natural fit—both brands love creativity and reaching all ages.
Now the partnership is winding down. A big batch of those sets is hitting the end of its production run, meaning you won’t see fresh stock hitting shelves any longer. The announcement isn’t about a single set; it’s the whole line that’s being retired, so the little Mario‑themed houses, the Zelda temple, and even the newer Pokémon‑style bricks are all heading toward the back of the closet.
The reason isn’t a sudden fallout—both companies just announced they’re shifting focus. LEGO wants to pour more energy into its own themes and new collaborations, while Nintendo is looking at other ways to bring its worlds into physical form, maybe through different toys or experiences. It’s less a breakup and more a natural pivot after a solid run.
If you’ve got a favorite set, now’s a good time to snag one before they disappear completely. And even after the official line ends, the community will keep building, swapping, and customizing those sets for years to come. It’s a bittersweet moment, but the memories built with those bricks will stick around long after the boxes are gone.
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Wakefield's Walmsley lives out Grand Final dream but uncertainty lies ahead
Lachlan Walmsley came up with an assist in the Super League Grand Final but is without a contract for 2027; he was part of the Wakefield side that made history and ended a 58-year top-flight trophy drought Lachlan Walmsley is potentially in the most unique position of all. A Super League Grand Final winner with Wakefield Trinity and without a contract for 2027. Walmsley was part of the Wakefield side that made history with their 23-10 victory over Warrington Wolves in the Super League Grand Final to become only the sixth winners of the competition.
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Seventh heaven for England in Croatia
John Murray, Matt Upson, Alex Howell and Sami Mokbel bring reaction in Croatia to England's 7-0 Nations League win. Hear from Harry Kane, Morgan Rogers and manager Thomas Tuchel after humbling Slaven Bilic's Croatia in Rijeka. 04:32 - Harry Kane interview 10:10 - Morgan Rogers interview 15:41 - Thomas Tuchel interview
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Natalie Harp’s Role in Trump’s Propaganda Blitz Exposed
Donald Trump’s ever-present aide Natalie Harp played a key role in helping the president turn taxpayer money into a vehicle for glorifying himself, a new report reveals. At a strategy meeting in the Oval Office, Trump instructed Harp to pull up footage of the kinds of flattering images of himself he wanted to see in the ads, The New York Times reported. Harp quickly obliged, showcasing clips of Trump before massive crowds and beneath fighter jets, among other footage.
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Remembering Singeetham Srinivasa Rao
A sharp mind, a quirky sense of humour, a young heart and a perennial desire to experiment with his movies defined Singeetham Srinivasa Rao. As he departs at 94, he leaves behind a body of work that has a sense of permanence. Having found an ally in Kamal Haasan, Singeetham discovered a sense of freedom, especially in the Tamil industry. A hero being visually challenged was never the template for films, but the duo smirked at such notions through the 1981 flick Raaja Paarvai. For many fans the song Andhi mazhai from this lovely film, remains a ear-worm.