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Chelsea and Spurs learn asking price for Porto striker Samu Aghehowa
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Chelsea and Spurs learn asking price for Porto striker Samu Aghehowa

Samu Aghehowa has been lethal for Porto (Picture: Getty Images) Chelsea and Tottenham share an interest in Porto striker Samu Aghehowa, with his club open to selling him in 2026. The 21-year-old moved to the Portuguese club from Atletico Madrid in the summer of 2024 and has been in rampant form ever since. He scored 27 goals in all competitions in his first season with Porto and has continued to impress in this campaign, scored nine times already. The three-cap Spain international came close to joining Chelsea last year, with financial terms agreed, but an ankle issue saw him fail a medical. Instead he moved to Porto but there remains interest in him from Stamford Bridge and from north London. Portuguese publication Correio de Manha report that both Chelsea and Tottenham are considering a move for Aghehowa next year and Porto are not ruling out a sale. The striker has a release clause in his contract worth €100million (£88m), but the report states that Porto would be willing to accept an offer of €80m (£70m). Aghehowa is available for sale but Porto want a lot of money (Picture: Getty Images) Due to their financial situation, Porto would even be willing to sanction a sale in January, cashing in on their star forward in the middle of the season. However, whether Chelsea or Spurs would be willing to spend so big in the winter transfer window is yet to be seen. The Blues brought in forwards Joao Pedro and Liam Delap over the summer, while also signing the likes of Estevao, Alejandro Garnacho and Jamie Gittens in attacking roles. Aghehowa has won three caps for Spain but is yet to score (Picture: Getty Images) Tottenham also brought in new forwards, with the likes of Mathys Tel, Randal Kolo Muani and Mohammed Kudus joining the club. However, Thomas Frank’s team is struggling to fire in front of goal and could be back in the market for a striker at the earliest opportunity. Chelsea got the better of Spurs on Saturday with a 1-0 win in north London as the home side turned in a turgid display which led to loud boos from their own fans. Thomas Frank had a day to forget on Saturday (Picture: Getty Images) Tottenham managed just three shots and their xG for the game was 0.05, their lowest ever recorded in a Premier League game. Frank said of the blunt display: ‘I would say that, of course, hurt massively. ‘I’ve never been in charge of a team that created that little in one game, never. ‘So that, of course, I will look into what we can do to make it better. But I think that’s one thing. I think everything is a little bit linked. And today we didn’t hit the level.’

Phil Haigh
Israel receives remains of three Gaza hostages: PM office
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Israel receives remains of three Gaza hostages: PM office

Israel announced on Sunday that the remains of three hostages had been handed over from Gaza and would be examined by forensic experts, as a fragile month-old ceasefire continued to hold. Earlier, Hamas said the remains were discovered in a tunnel in southern Gaza.Ongoing hostage remains exchangeSince the ceasefire took effect on October 10, Palestinian militants have released the remains of 17 hostages, leaving 11 still in Gaza prior to Sunday’s handover. Typically, militants release one or two bodies every few days. Israel has urged faster progress, noting that in some cases the remains do not match any known hostages. Hamas has cited widespread devastation as a complicating factor.Forensic identification Israel’s military confirmed that official identification of the remains would be provided to families first. Families have continued to hold weekly rallies, expressing high emotions around the remains. Moran Harari, a friend of the late Carmel Gat, called for restraint during a rally in Jerusalem, saying: “This cursed war has taken so many lives of dear people on both sides of the fence. This time, we must not fall into it again.”Reciprocal transfers between Israel and GazaAs part of the ongoing exchange, Israel has returned the remains of 15 Palestinians in return for the remains of Israeli hostages. Health officials in Gaza face difficulties identifying bodies due to limited access to DNA kits; only 75 of 225 Palestinian bodies returned since the ceasefire began have been identified. It remains unclear whether these individuals were killed during the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack, died in Israeli custody, or were recovered by Israeli troops during the war.Ceasefire effortsThe remains exchange forms a key part of the initial phase of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire. The 20-point plan includes forming an international stabilization force with Arab and other partners, coordinated with Egypt and Jordan, to secure Gaza’s borders and ensure the ceasefire holds. Multiple nations have expressed interest in contributing but have requested a clear UN Security Council mandate before committing troops.Ongoing security and humanitarian challengesIsrael has warned that “pockets of Hamas” remain in areas like Rafah and Khan Younis under Israeli control. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said during a Cabinet meeting: “There are actually two in Rafah and Khan Younis, and they will be eliminated.”The 2023 Hamas-led attack, which sparked the deadliest and most destructive conflict in recent history, killed about 1,200 people and took 251 hostages. Israel’s military offensive has killed over 68,600 Palestinians, according to Gaza’s Health Ministry, which does not distinguish between civilians and combatants. The conflict continues to raise complex issues regarding Hamas’ disarmament, postwar governance of Gaza, and the scaling up of humanitarian aid.

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Wolves considering Man Utd legend to replace sacked Vitor Pereira
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Wolves considering Man Utd legend to replace sacked Vitor Pereira

Could a Man Utd legend save Wolves from relegation (Photo: Getty) A Manchester United legend is reportedly among the frontrunners to become Wolverhampton Wanderers manager after Vitor Pereira was sacked on Sunday. Pereira became the fourth Premier League boss to lose his job this season with Wolves bottom of the table and win-less after 10 games. The west-midlands club are now on the hunt for a new head coach who can steer them out of the drop zone, a task made harder this weekend after main relegation rivals West Ham beat Newcastle United 3-1. Brendan Rodgers, who recently resigned from the Celtic job and former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag were named as early-favourites to take on the role. Reports suggest they are not under consideration however, but The Athletic say Wolves are shockingly exploring the idea of re-hiring Gary O’Neil – the man Pereira replaced in the dugout less than a year ago. Middlesbrough boss Rob Edwards is also of interest, as is Michael Carrick who remains out of work after being sacked by Boro last summer. Carrick was dismissed after failing to win promotion to the Premier League during his three years at the club and was also linked with the Ranges job before Danny Rohl was appointed. Michael Carrick is a free agent after being sacked by Middlesbrough last summer (Photo: Getty) That is the only managerial role the 34-cap England international has had, though he was part of Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s coaching staff at Old Trafford and briefly served as caretaker after the latter was sacked in 2021. Considered one of the best midfielders of his generation, the 44-year-old enjoyed a hugely successful 12 years at United, winning five Premier League titles and the Champions League. It is said Carrick and Edwards are highly-regarded by the Wolves hierarchy but it would be much harder to appoint the latter as he is under contract at the Riverside until 2028. BBC Sport report that neither have been contacted by Wolves yet. Next Wolves manager odds Gary O’Neil – 10/11 Rob Edwards, Rui Borges – 4/1 Brendan Rodgers – 7/1 Ole Gunnar Solskjaer – 17/2 Michael Carrick – 16/1 Odds courtesy of Betfair Wolves sacked Gary O’Neil just under a year ago (Photo: Getty) Like Carrick, O’Neil is a free agent and did well in his only full season at the club but was dismissed after picking up just six points from 19 matches in 2024/25. In any case, Wolves are not expected to have a new manager in place before their Premier League clash against Chelsea on Saturday. For more stories like this, check our sport page. Follow Metro Sport for the latest news on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Callum McAvoy
Airlines step up to support federal workers as nearly 13,000 air traffic controllers go unpaid
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Airlines step up to support federal workers as nearly 13,000 air traffic controllers go unpaid

Major U.S. airlines are stepping up to support air traffic controllers and other federal employees who continue to work without pay amid the ongoing federal government shutdown. Roughly 13,000 air traffic controllers and 50,000 Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers nationwide are considered essential, meaning they must remain on the job even as their paychecks remain in limbo. The shutdown, which began on Oct. 1, has dragged on for weeks with no sign of resolution. In the meantime, leading airlines told FOX Business they are working to minimize delays and offer assistance to affected federal workers. A spokesperson for American Airlines told FOX Business the company remains "committed" to supporting federal workers, including by providing meals at airports across the country. TRUMP ADMIN REVOKES APPROVAL OF 13 MEXICAN AIRLINE ROUTES TO US Locations include Dallas Fort Worth International Airport in Texas, Philadelphia International Airport in Pennsylvania, John F. Kennedy International Airport and LaGuardia Airport in New York, Los Angeles International Airport in California, Miami International Airport in Florida, among others, the spokesperson said. "We're grateful to the air traffic controllers, TSA officers and [Customs and Border Protection] officers who continue to ensure safe travel for our customers — even as they go unpaid during the government shutdown," the spokesperson told FOX Business in an email. "We recognize the critical role these individuals play in ensuring the safety and efficiency of air travel, and we are committed to supporting them in meaningful ways." FLIGHT MAKES EMERGENCY LANDING AFTER CABIN CREW WAS 'KNOCKING ON THE COCKPIT DOOR' OVER COMMUNICATIONS ISSUE Southwest Airlines told FOX Business it is doing "its best" to minimize flight disruptions, though ultimate control of the air traffic system lies with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). "Southwest does its best to minimize delays caused by ground stops, but the flow of air traffic is controlled entirely by the FAA," the spokesperson said. "If we know in advance that controller staffing will be an issue, we can adjust our flight schedule to accommodate minor delays." The spokesperson added that cancellations and diversions occur "only when we have no other option." "Nothing is more important to Southwest than the safety of our customers and employees," the spokesperson said. ALASKA AIRLINES RESTORES OPERATIONS AFTER WIDESPREAD TECHNOLOGY ISSUE GROUNDED FLIGHTS NATIONWIDE A spokesperson for Alaska Airlines referred FOX Business to an Oct. 24 statement from Airlines for America, a trade association representing major U.S. airlines, which urged lawmakers to pass a clean continuing resolution to reopen the government. "Missed paychecks for the federal employees charged with the safe and efficient facilitation of our national airspace unnecessarily increases stress for the thousands of air traffic controllers, TSA officers and CBP employees who work every day to keep aviation safe and secure," Airlines for America said in the statement. The statement warned that "a system under stress must slow down," potentially causing delays. The association also called on Congress to "act with an appropriate sense of urgency." A spokesperson for United Airlines directed FOX Business to the FAA and Airlines for America for comment. United Airlines is also donating meals to federal workers, including air traffic controllers, amid the government shutdown, according to People Magazine. Other airlines providing meals include Delta Air Lines and JetBlue, People reported. Delta said it has "arranged for a limited number of meals for transportation sector workers," while JetBlue said it plans to "offer meals at our airports as a gesture of support," according to People. The FAA did not respond to FOX Business’ request for comment. An automatic reply from the agency stated: "Due to a lapse in funding, the FAA is not responding to routine media inquiries." GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE FOX Business reached out to JetBlue, Frontier Airlines and Spirit Airlines.

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Rahmanullah Gurbaz completes 2,000 runs in T20Is: Decoding his stats
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Rahmanullah Gurbaz completes 2,000 runs in T20Is: Decoding his stats

The 3rd T20I of Zimbabwe vs Afghanistan series saw visiting openers Rahmanullah Gurbaz and Ibrahim Zadran hit clutch fifties. The match in Harare saw the two batters add a stunning 159-run opening stand. Gurbaz scored a solid 92 before perishing. Shortly thereafter, Zadran got out for 60. The Afghans went on to get a score of 210/3 in 20 overs. Here's more. Gurbaz and Zadran were at their best and laid the platform for a massive score. They maintained a good tempo and scored at a good pace. Gurbaz was the aggressor before he missed out on a ton. Richard Ngarava dismissed him in the 16th over. Gurbaz has become the 3rd Afghan batter with 2,000-plus runs in T20Is. He attained the milestone with his 25th run. He has now joined Mohammad Nabi (2,862) and Mohammad Shahzad (2,605) in terms of 2,000-plus runs for the Afghans, as per ESPNcricinfo. Gurbaz's 92 came from 48 balls. He hit 5 sixes and 8 fours. He has raced to 2,067 runs from 80 T20I matches at 25.83. This was his 11th fifty (100s: 1). Gurbaz is the 2nd-fastest Afghan batter to 2,000 T20I runs. Shahzad got to the feat in 68 innings. Meanwhile, in 13 matches versus Zimbabwe, he owns 425 runs at 32.69 (50s: 3). In 35 away matches (home of opposition), Gurbaz has raced to 817 runs from 35 matches at 23.34. He has 1 ton and 4 fifties in away matches. Meanwhile, in 45 neutral venue games, he owns 1,250 runs at 27.77. His tally includes 7 fifties. Overall, he has hit 113 T20I sixes and his strike rate is 134.83. Overall in T20s, Gurbaz has bagged 5,833 runs from 241 matches at 25.03. This was his 35th T20 fifty. He owns 2 tons. He has hit 363 sixes with his SR being 145.82.

Rajdeep Saha
Word of the Day: Inept
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Word of the Day: Inept

Inept (adjective) describes someone or something that lacks skill, ability, or effectiveness. It's often used when a person's actions are clumsy, unskilled, or poorly handled. Let's learn more about this word and how it's used. The word inept comes from the Latin word ineptus, meaning unsuitable or foolish. It entered English in the early 17th century to describe people or actions that don't fit the situation or show poor judgment. Today, it's commonly used to point out a lack of skill, coordination, or understanding. Some common synonyms for inept include clumsy, unskilled, awkward, incompetent, unfit, and inefficient. These words describe situations or people who fail to perform tasks smoothly or correctly. They're often used when something is done in a careless or ineffective way. Here's how inept can appear in sentences: His 'inept' handling of the situation made things worse. The team lost because of their 'inept' defense. She's not 'inept,' just inexperienced. Using inept helps describe moments when things go wrong because of poor skill or judgment. It's a clear and direct word that adds honesty and realism to your writing. Whether used seriously or humorously, inept simply shows how people can make mistakes or fall short sometimes.

Simran Jeet
Napeto ispred Skupštine Srbije: Leteli topovski udari i kamenice, reagovala policija
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Napeto ispred Skupštine Srbije: Leteli topovski udari i kamenice, reagovala policija

Kordon policije razdvaja večeras dve grupe građana koje se nalaze kod Narodne skupštine Srbije. Jedna grupa došla je da podrži Dijanu Hrku, dok se druga nalazi ispred postavljenih šatora kod Skupštine. Lete petarde i flaše… Jedna od grupa građana okupila se da pruži podršku Dijani Hrki, majki stradalog mladića na Železničkoj stanici u Novom Sadu. S druge strane kordona je grupa građana koja se nalazi kod šatora postavljenih ispred Skupštine od aprila, na skupu za koji nadležni navode da je prijavljen, javlja RTS. Mogu se čuti uvrede na račun predsednika Srbije Aleksandra Vučića, a druga grupa uzvikuje parole podrške predsedniku. Iz pravca Kosovse ulice došlo je još pripadnika policije. Kordon je raspoređen na uglu Takovske ulice i Bulevara kralja Aleksandra.

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Key town faces ‘multi-thousand’ Russian force, top Ukraine commander admits
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Key town faces ‘multi-thousand’ Russian force, top Ukraine commander admits

Ukraine: Ukraine’s top military commander has admitted his soldiers are facing “difficult conditions” defending Pokrovsk – a key eastern front-line town – against massed Russian forces. Gen Oleksandr Syrskyi said Ukrainian troops were facing a “multi-thousand enemy” force – but denied Russian claims that they were surrounded or blocked. He confirmed that elite special forces had been deployed to protect key supply lines which, army sources said, were all under Russian fire. The defence ministry in Moscow reported that Ukrainian troops were surrendering and 11 of their special forces had been killed after landing by helicopter, something denied by Kyiv. In Saturday’s posts on Telegram, Gen Syrskyi said he was “back on the front” to personally hear the latest reports from military commanders on the ground in the eastern Donetsk region. In a short video, Syrskyi is seen studying battlefield maps with other commanders, including the head of Ukraine’s military intelligence, Kyrylo Budanov. It is unclear when and where the footage was recorded. Ukrainian media earlier reported that Budanov was in the region to personally oversee the operation by the special forces. The deployment of special forces suggests officials in Kyiv are determined to try to hold on to the town, which Russia has been trying to seize for more than a year. Ukraine’s 7th Rapid Response Corps said on Saturday Ukrainian troops “have improved [their] tactical position” in Pokrovsk – but the situation remained “difficult and dynamic”. Late on Friday, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stressed that the defence of Pokrovsk was a “priority”. There have been growing reports of Russian advances around the strategic town to the west of the Russian-seized regional capital of Donetsk. Images shared with news agencies late on Friday appear to show a Ukrainian Black Hawk helicopter deploying about 10 troops near Pokrovsk, although the location and date could not be verified. Russia’s defence ministry said it had thwarted the deployment of Ukrainian military intelligence special forces north-west of the town, killing all 11 troops who landed by helicopter. DeepState, a Ukrainian open-source monitoring group, estimates about half of Pokrovsk is a so-called “grey zone” where neither side is in full control. A military source in Donetsk told the BBC that Ukrainian forces were not surrounded but their supply lines were under fire from Russian troops. The US-based Institute for the Study of War said Ukrainian forces had “marginally advanced” during recent counter-attacks north of Pokrovsk, but said the town was “mainly a contested ‘grey zone’”. Moscow wants Kyiv to cede the Donetsk and the neighbouring Luhansk regions (collectively known as Donbas) as part of a peace deal, including the parts it currently does not control. Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, and currently controls about 20% of Ukrainian territory, including the Crimean peninsula Moscow annexed in 2014.- BBC

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Tourist visit Xinjiang region
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Tourist visit Xinjiang region

BEIJING: When Anna was planning her first visit to Xinjiang in 2015, her friends were perplexed. “They couldn’t understand why I’d visit a place that back then was considered one of China’s most dangerous areas.” One of her friends pulled out of the trip and started “ghosting” her on WeChat, said the 35-year-old Chinese national, who did not want to reveal her real name. “She said her parents forbade her from going anywhere near Xinjiang and did not want to engage further.” Anna went anyway, and returned this June. But it had changed, she says. “Xinjiang was as beautiful as I remember it, but there are far too many tourists now, especially at the major attractions.” For years, Xinjiang had bristled under Beijing’s rule, sometimes erupting into violence, which kept many domestic Chinese tourists away. Then it became infamous for some of the worst allegations of Chinese authoritarianism, from the detention of more than a million Uyghur Muslims in so-called “re-education camps”, to claims of crimes against humanity, by the United Nations. China denies the allegations, but the region is largely cut off to international media and observers, while Uyghurs in exile continue to recount stories of terrified or disappeared relatives. And yet in recent years Xinjiang has emerged as a tourist destination – within China and, increasingly, outside of the country. Beijing has pumped in billions of dollars to develop infrastructure, help produce TV dramas set in its unusual landscapes, and has occasionally welcomed foreign media on carefully orchestrated tours. It has been repackaging the controversial region into a tourist haven, touting not just its beauty but also the very local “ethnic” experiences that rights groups say it is trying to erase.

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Why Alphabet Stock Soared This Week
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Why Alphabet Stock Soared This Week

Alphabet (GOOGL 0.07%)(GOOG +0.00%) stock booked big gains over the last week of trading thanks to strong quarterly results. The tech company's share price surged 8.2% higher compared to where it closed at the end of the previous week. Alphabet reported its third-quarter results on Oct. 29 and posted sales and earnings performance that came in far better than Wall Street had anticipated. The stock is now up 48.5% across 2025. Alphabet stock surges following impressive Q3 results Alphabet delivered non-GAAP (adjusted) earnings per share of $3.10 on sale of $102.35 billion. For comparison, the average Wall Street analyst estimate had targeted adjusted earnings per share of $2.33 on revenue of $99.89 billion. Sales for the company's Google Cloud division came in at $15.15 billion, topping Wall Street's call for sales of $14.74 billion as demand connected to artificial intelligence (AI) continued to drive strong growth. YouTube advertising revenue also topped expectations, with sales of $10.26 billion beating Wall Street's call for sales of $10.01 billion. Alphabet is keeping the pedal to the floor on AI investments Like other cloud hyperscalers, Alphabet is continuing to invest heavily in data center infrastructure to advance AI initiatives. CEO Sundar Pichai said that the company was scaling purchases and integrations for high-end AI chips from Nvidia and outlined aggressive capital expenditures (capex). The company now expects capex for this year to come in between $91 billion and $93 billion -- up from its previous guidance for capex of $85 billion.

Keith Noonan
Fraudulent rental applications surge nationwide as housing costs remain elevated
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Fraudulent rental applications surge nationwide as housing costs remain elevated

Fake rental applications are proliferating across the country as the U.S. rental market has become increasingly unaffordable and competitive. Greystar, the country’s largest apartment landlord, told FOX Business that it has seen a clear increase in fraudulent applications nationwide. "Fraud in rental applications has become increasingly sophisticated across the industry, with some of the most advanced cases involving AI-generated documents and fabricated payroll systems," Greystar said. IS A MORE AFFORDABLE HOUSING MARKET ON THE HORIZON? Eric Taylor, lead for trust and safety at TurboTenant, a free online property management platform, is also seeing an uptick, telling FOX Business that nearly 75% of apartment owners across the nation reported a sharp rise in falsified applications last year, which is up about 40% on average. "As rental prices rise, and affordable housing remains scarce, scammers are getting more sophisticated. They’ve actually begun using doctored pay stubs, fake employment letters and even AI-generated credit profiles to qualify for luxury apartments they can't afford," Taylor said. However, Greystar noticed that the activity is prevalent in certain areas of Atlanta, including Midtown, Downtown, and Buckhead, which is an area known for high-end shopping, dining and luxury living. In some of those neighborhoods, the company discovered that around half of applications were flagged as fraudulent. In other markets, such as Durham-Chapel Hill, North Carolina; Salt Lake City, Utah; Portland, Oregon; Charleston, South Carolina; and Boston, Massachusetts, the share of fake applications typically ranges between 14% and 18%, according to Greystar. HOME PRICES REACH RECORD HIGH IN JUNE – THESE STATES ARE THE MOST EXPENSIVE Fake applications generally have falsified or stolen information designed to misrepresent an applicant’s financial or personal background with the most common forms including forged pay stubs, bank statements and employment verification letters. In some cases, people create entirely fabricated identities created using stolen or manipulated personal information. "This issue has become more prevalent as technology has made it easier to create convincing forgeries and as more leasing processes have moved online," Greystar said. MORE LUXURY HOMEBUYERS PAYING WITH CASH THIS YEAR, REPORT SAYS It is a serious challenge that Greystar said it is confronting by enlisting the help of multiple fraud detection providers. It is also training its teams regularly and embedding advanced verification tools into our leasing process to protect both residents and communities. Greystar has also implemented multiple layers of verification to identify and prevent fraud, protecting both our residents and the integrity of the leasing process. The company admitted that while no system is perfect, its approach has "significantly reduced the number of bad applications" in communities. GET FOX BUSINESS ON THE GO BY CLICKING HERE "These efforts protect residents, promote housing stability, and help maintain the integrity of the rental process," the company said. The American Apartment Owners Association said in a 2023 report that if a landlord discovers false information on a rental application after a tenant has signed a lease, the tenant may be subject to eviction and may even be required to leave the premises without notice. If someone is evicted for lying on a rental application, the judgment will appear on future credit reports and background screenings, giving them issues when filling out future applications, the association said. Taylor said the surge in fraud has already led to higher eviction rates, inflated rents and financial losses that ripple throughout the rental market, affecting both landlords and honest renters. "The backlog in evictions and tenant protection laws mean many fraudulent tenants stay longer, compounding losses," Taylor added.

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Shafali Verma hammers 87 in Women's World Cup final: Stats
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Shafali Verma hammers 87 in Women's World Cup final: Stats

Shafali Verma smashed a solid 87-run knock for India in the final of the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 on Sunday. The opening batter floored South Africa in Navi Mumbai with a clutch knock. Shafali was looking set for a brilliant hundred, but perished to a loose shot in the 28th over. Ayabonga Khaka dismissed Shafali with India reduced to 166/2. Here's more. Shafali started well against the Proteas Women and was complemented well by Smriti Mandhana at the other end. The two put on a solid 104-run stand for them opening wicket. Thereafter, Jemimah Rodrigues joined Shafali in the middle and the two added 62 runs. Notably, Shafali was dropped in the 21st over by Anneke Bosch at deep mid-wicket. It proved to be costly. Shafali's 87 came off 78 balls. She hit 2 sixes and 7 fours. With this knock, she has raced to a tally of 741 runs from 31 matches at 24.70. This is now her career-best score. She also hit her 5th WODI fifty. As per ESPNcricinfo, in 5 matches versus South Africa, she has amassed 192 runs at 38.40 (50s: 2).

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Lily Allen reveals why she was banned from Hinge after David Harbour split
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Lily Allen reveals why she was banned from Hinge after David Harbour split

Lily Allen is ready to get back out there after her split from David Harbour — but the apps aren't making it easy. In the spirit of promoting her new album, West End Girl, which pulls no punches when addressing her four-year marriage and eventual separation from the Stranger Things star, Allen has been candid about the details of her personal life, revealing that she has not only begun exploring dating apps, but that she's already been banned from one. "They're awful, especially if you're going through heartbreak," Allen said of the apps in a recent chat with Interview. "There is nothing more depressing than hundreds of people that are nothing like the person that you're missing. It's just like, 'No, that's not him. That's not him. That's not him.'" As for the additional stress of dating as a public figure, the singer said, "I'm not really looking to go out with another famous person. Also, when I go on dates with other people, there's a bit of a barrier in terms of — not so much here, but in England — it's a bit of a novelty to be on a date with me… To want to get past that, I have to really, really be interested in that person." Allen, who said she uses the membership-based dating app Raya, also noted that she spent some time on Hinge — that is, before she got banned for "impersonating" herself. "I'm like, 'I can prove that I'm that person,'" she said. "They're like, 'You'll need to send us your ID.'" There was just one problem: The singer was born Lily Rose Beatrice Allen, so the name on her profile was not a perfect match. "I'm like, 'Actually, my name and the name on my ID aren't the same,'" she recalled saying. Alas, she was booted off the app. Allen's foray back into online dating comes on the heels of her February separation from Harbour, after the two were married for four years. But this is not her first time traversing the world of dating apps: She previously opened up about exploring Raya in 2023, explaining that her relationship with Harbour began there. "It was the first time I'd been on this dating app," she recalled during a visit to The Jonathan Ross Show. "I was scrolling through and landed on David's profile and pressed accept. I didn't know who he was. I thought he was just like a sexy policeman from a reality TV show because he was wearing a policeman's uniform. It was a still from Stranger Things… I'd never seen Stranger Things." She added that she didn't expect it to go anywhere. "I don't even know what I was looking for. It was just something to do on holiday — swiping. It's a bit of fun." After meeting in 2019, the couple tied the knot a year later in a 2020 ceremony in Las Vegas. Allen's new record addresses their relationship and breakup across several songs in which she implies that her ex-husband cheated on her and violated the terms of their open marriage. "It's not a cruel album," Allen told Interview. "I don't feel like I'm being mean. It was just the feelings I was processing at the time." She worked on West End Girl alongside producer Blue May — who served as the musical director of her 2018 tour — over the course of 16 days in December. "At the time, I was really trying to process things," she said. "And that's great in terms of the album, but I don't feel confused or angry now. I don't need revenge." She continued, "It was very important to me that I didn't sound like a victim, so I'd be like, 'We have to change that line. It just sounds too 'poor me.' I wanted it to feel brutal and tragic, but also empowering, that there was joy in being able to express it." Get your daily dose of entertainment news, celebrity updates, and what to watch with our EW Dispatch newsletter. Allen also clarified that the album isn't wholly autobiographical. "Some of it is based on truth," she said, "and some of it is fantasy."

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