Sinner wins Paris Masters to reclaim world No 1 ranking from Alcaraz | Tennis News

Jannik Sinner’s first Paris Masters crown moves the Italian past Carlos Alcaraz and back into the ATP’s top spot.Published On 3 Nov 20253 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareItaly’s Jannik Sinner powered past Felix Auger-Aliassime 6-4, 7-6(4) to capture his maiden Paris Masters title on Sunday, a triumph that catapulted the 24-year-old back to the summit of the men’s rankings ahead of the ATP Finals.The second seed knew only victory would suffice to leapfrog rival Carlos…

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Premier League analysis: How Man City’s high-risk plan payed off against Bournemouth – MOTD

Former Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick analyses Manchester City's plan to exploit the middle of the pitch in their 3-1 win against Bournemouth in the Premier League on Match of the Day.WATCH MORE: Haaland scores twice to send Man City secondAvailable to UK users only. Source link

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Powerful magnitude 6.3 quake hits north Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region | Earthquakes News

The earthquake comes two months after the deadliest quake in recent Afghan history, which killed thousands of people.Published On 2 Nov 20252 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareA powerful 6.3 magnitude earthquake has struck northern Afghanistan, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS), two months after a quake killed thousands of people in the impoverished nation’s east.The USGS said overnight Sunday into Monday that the quake hit at a revised depth of 28km (17 miles) in…

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Barcelona beat Elche 3-1 to stay in touch with La Liga leaders Real Madrid | Football News

Dominant football win moves defending La Liga champions to second place in the standings, five adrift of archrivals Madrid.Published On 2 Nov 20252 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareLamine Yamal, Ferran Torres and Marcus Rashford struck for Barcelona as they earned a 3-1 win over Elche in La Liga to bounce back from last weekend’s El Clasico defeat and move back into second place to trail leaders Real Madrid by five points.Barca continued to struggle in defence…

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Canada, Philippines sign defence pact to deter Beijing in South China Sea | Conflict News

China has frequently accused the Philippines of acting as a ‘troublemaker’ and ‘saboteur of regional stability’.Published On 2 Nov 20252 Nov 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareThe Philippines and Canada have signed a defence pact to expand joint military drills and deepen security cooperation in a move widely seen as a response to China’s growing assertiveness in the region, most notably in the disputed South China Sea.Philippine Defence Secretary Gilberto Teodoro Jr and Canadian Defence Minister David…

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Dogs take plunge at lido for annual swim

Droves of dogs took the plunge at Jubilee Pool in Penzance as it hosted its annual Dog Day. The Art Deco lido has hosted the event every year for the last seven years, organisers said. The dog swim is followed by the pool's annual deep clean, and Penzance Council said swimmers would be welcomed back from 12 November.Organisers of the event said most dogs were "quick to dive in at the deep end" while others needed "a bit…

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Man, 24, sentenced for affray during Bristol disorder

A man has been sentenced for affray committed during a violent disorder in Bristol city centre.Jacob Dolphin, 24, of Weston-super-Mare, admitted the offence and was given an 18-month community order and a fine at Bristol Crown Court on 23 October.He was seen kicking out at officers on five occasions and threw an object outside Bridewell Police Station during the incident on 3 August 2024.Judge Peter Blair described the violence during the riot as some of the worst seen…

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Flamingo ‘on the run’ from wildlife sanctuary

A flamingo is "on the run" after escaping from a wildlife sanctuary in Cornwall.Staff at Paradise Park in Hayle, Cornwall, said the young flamingo, called Frankie, had taken flight from the walled garden at the park on Sunday morning, despite it having clipped feathers.They said the bird was seen at the park at 08:00 GMT, then near Porthtowan at about 10:15 GMT.In a post on social media, the park said staff were out "searching the area" and welcomed…

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Royal Navy ‘wolf pack’ drone boats in warship trial success

LPhot Daniel BladenThe Royal Navy tested five uncrewed Rattler boats off the coast of ScotlandA flotilla of uncrewed "wolf pack" drone boats has successfully been used to escort warships in a Royal Navy and Army trial.The five vessels "swarmed" around HMS Tyne and HMS Stirling Castle off the coast of Scotland - remotely piloted by personnel 500 miles (804km) away on board XV Patrick Blackett in Portsmouth naval base.The Navy said it was a "milestone" demonstration of how…

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Carnival lights and Punkie night

BBCThousands of people descended on Bridgwater for the annual carnivalThe spooky season has come to a head this week, with Halloween celebrations across the county.Somerset saw care homes give away pumpkins and villages celebrate unique traditions.And thousands descended on Bridgwater for the annual Guy Fawkes Carnival, which featured colourful displays and carnival dancers.That and more can be seen in our weekly picture roundup.Shine bright: Around 150,000 people descended on Bridgwater on Saturday night to watch the dazzling lights…

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