‘Offensive, abusive and threatening’ – Dundalk boss Brian Ainscough was sued by US club over ‘vengeful’ campaign after dismissal

Vice President JD Vance is reportedly a fan of One Direction and other boy bands, as revealed by the Panama Playlists, which expose the Spotify music preferences of public figures. The site, launched in July 2024, highlights Vance's playlists featuring songs from artists like Justin Bieber and Daft Punk, alongside playlists from other politicians like Attorney General Pam Bondi and White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt. Want More Context? 🔎

The owner of Trump Burger, Roland Mehrez Beainy, is facing deportation after allegedly overstaying his visa, despite his support for Donald Trump's MAGA movement and donating restaurant profits to the campaign. Beainy, who claims the immigration allegations are false, has a hearing scheduled for November 18 as he navigates the consequences of Trump's immigration policies. Want More Context? 🔎

On August 7, a KLM Boeing 777 flight from Sao Paulo to Amsterdam experienced a frightening incident when a power bank ignited in an overhead locker, filling the cabin with smoke. Passengers covered their mouths with scarves as crew members responded with fire extinguishers; fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the flight continued safely to its destination. Want More Context? 🔎

A criminal gang in the UK, which stole nearly £700,000 from cash machines using specialist tools and stolen vehicles, was arrested shortly after boasting about evading police capture. The five members, including Noel Reilly and Simon Pagett, were found guilty of conspiracy to burgle and will be sentenced later, following thorough police investigations that gathered substantial evidence against them. Want More Context? 🔎

A second man has been arrested on suspicion of murder following the fatal injury of Robert Brown, found on a bench near the River Nene in Northampton on August 1. The 41-year-old suspect remains in custody, while a 38-year-old man is on bail; police are urging witnesses from the area around the towpath to come forward to assist in the investigation. Want More Context? 🔎

Protests in Tel Aviv are escalating as families of Israeli hostages held in Gaza demand government action amid fears that Prime Minister Netanyahu's plan to intensify military operations could lead to further casualties. With over 60,000 Palestinians dead and ongoing humanitarian crises in Gaza, dissenting voices warn of the risks posed to both hostages and civilians. Want More Context? 🔎