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South African rugby player Hyron Andrews dead aged 31: Former Sale Sharks star suffers heart attack at team hotel in France on eve of Champions Cup clash with La Rochelle
ALEX BYWATER: Tributes have been paid to 'funny' and 'brilliant team-mate' Hyron Andrews after the former Sale Sharks lock died of a suspected heart attack in news that has shocked the rugby world.
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Trump Waives Tariffs on Russian Oil Imports, Eases Pressure on India Ahead of Midterms | US Russia
In a strategic move, President Trump waives tariffs on Russian oil imports, easing pressure on India ahead of midterm elections. This temporary reprieve aims to stabilize U.S. fuel prices while maintaining consistency in energy deals with Russia. The policy raises important questions about Washington’s approach to Russian energy trade, the impact of tariffs on global oil markets and whether the waiver signals a temporary adjustment or a broader change in strategy.What are the terms and duration of the waiver? How could it affect India’s energy trade? And what might it mean for US fuel prices and relations with Moscow?Follow the latest developments in global energy and geopolitics. n18oc_worldn18oc_breaking-news
New York’s Plaza Hotel to close for four years to restore its historic facade
Starting in January 2027, New York City's iconic Plaza Hotel will embark on a significant facade restoration that is projected to last a minimum of four years. This closure will impact not only guests but also local residents. With previous renovations totaling $450 million between 2005 and 2008, and a pandemic-related shutdown in 2020, this restoration seeks to uphold the hotel's renowned architectural significance for generations to come.
Retail price impacts from the Iran war are uneven but add up for US households before midterms
High fuel prices are making it more expensive to drive, fly and buy some goods more than seven months into the U.S.-Iran war
Press Association Sport Trivia (18/10/26)
PRESS ASSOCIATION SPORT BIRTHDAYSMartina Navratilova (tennis) – nine-time winner of the women’s singles at Wimbledon and 18-time grand slam singles champion, born 1956.Thomas Hearns (boxing) – former world champion, born 1958.Robbie Savage (soccer) – former Leicester, Birmingham, Derby and Wales midfielder, now a TV and radio pundit and Forest Green head coach, born 1974.Emma Hayes (soccer) – former Chelsea manager, now in charge of the United States women’s national team, born 1976.Mike Tindall (rugby union) – former England captain, World Cup winner and Gloucester centre, born 1978.Lindsey Vonn (skiing) – four-time overall World Cup champion and Olympic gold medallist from the United States, born 1984.ON THIS DAY IN SPORT1871: Twelve teams agreed to inaugurate the FA Cup competition, suggested by Football Association secretary Charles Allcock.1968: American Bob Beamon shattered the world long jump record to set a new mark of 8.90 metres. His record would stand for nearly 23 years.2005: Former Fulham and England star Johnny Haynes died aged 71. He was the first £100-a-week footballer.2009: Jenson Button won the Formula One World Championship after finishing fifth at the Brazilian Grand Prix, with Brawn also securing the Constructors’ Championship.2012: Chelsea defender John Terry decided not to appeal against a four-match ban and fine of £220,000 for racially abusing QPR’s Anton Ferdinand.2021: England were ordered to play their next home UEFA competition match behind closed doors, with a further match suspended, in relation to the disorder at the Euro 2020 final at Wembley.PRESS ASSOCIATION SPORT SELECTIVE TV LISTINGSToday (Sunday, October 18)FOOTBALL: Premier League, Brighton v Crystal Palace – Sky Sports Premier League 1230, Leeds v Manchester United – Sky Sports Main Event 1230, Bournemouth v Sunderland – Sky Sports Football 1400, Nottingham Forest v Arsenal – Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Main Event 1600; Scottish Premiership, Celtic v Hearts – Sky Sports
Houthi strikes on Saudi Arabia show the Yemeni rebels' growing strength
Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels have showcased their growing military capabilities, repeatedly striking the airport in Saudi Arabia's capital and seizing territory near a key shipping chokepoint
Trump waives tariffs of up to 100% on top Russian oil buyers
Trump waives tariffs of up to 100% on top Russian oil buyers
Healey backs Heathrow third runway for ‘jobs and growth’ in split from Burnham
Healey speaks positively of airport expansion, including at Heathrow, during meetings at IMF summit in Thailand
Israeli raids and arrests in southern Syria push population to the brink
Survivors recount brutal prison conditions, enduring beatings, restraints and psychological abuse by Israeli soldiers.