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Dame Sarah Mullally has been named the first female Archbishop of Canterbury in the Church of England's history, set to be officially confirmed in January. She succeeds Justin Welby, who stepped down amid an abuse scandal, and her appointment follows a two-thirds majority vote by the Crown Nominations Commission, with the final approval from the Prime Minister and the King. Want More Context? 🔎

During a recent Valdai discussion, Vladimir Putin reminisced about a morning he spent with Tony Blair at Chequers in 2001, where they enjoyed coffee in pyjamas. This meeting is part of a broader history of collaboration between the two leaders, including the UK’s £35 million investment in Russian projects under Blair's government, which ultimately failed to prevent Putin's military aggression in Ukraine. Want More Context? 🔎

Storm Amy is set to impact the UK this weekend, bringing heavy rain and winds up to 95mph, particularly affecting northern and western Scotland, with an amber warning for dangerous conditions in place. Commuters are advised to check travel conditions, as ScotRail will close certain routes and impose speed restrictions due to the severe weather. Want More Context? 🔎

Passengers at Munich Airport faced cancellations and delays as unidentified drones prompted a brief closure for investigation, affecting thousands, including nineteen Lufthansa flights. Authorities are concerned about potential espionage or sabotage linked to recent drone sightings in northern Germany and nearby regions, with experts warning of insufficient defenses against such incidents amid rising drone activity across Europe. Want More Context? 🔎

Greater Manchester Police have confirmed the identities of two men killed in a terrorist attack outside Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Crumpsall, Manchester, on October 2, 2025. The victims, Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66, were killed by suspect Jihad al Shamie, who was shot dead at the scene, prompting increased police patrols around places of worship to reassure local communities. Want More Context? 🔎

Bike theft is increasing, but British Transport Police (BTP) will not investigate thefts if bikes are left unattended for over two hours or if passengers cannot specify their train carriage. This policy, criticized by victims like Simon Feldman, aims to prioritize police resources for more solvable crimes, despite concerns it may effectively decriminalize bike theft. Want More Context? 🔎