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Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim explains why Carabao Cup embarrassment is costing Kobbie Mainoo
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Man Utd boss Ruben Amorim explains why Carabao Cup embarrassment is costing Kobbie Mainoo

Ruben Amorim has admitted that Manchester United's failure to qualify for European football and embarrassing Carabao Cup exit have cost Kobbie Mainoo . The midfielder has been starved of minutes at Old Trafford this season after United finished 15th in the Premier League last term. Mainoo, 20, has not started a match in the Premier League thus far, and failed to get off the bench against Nottingham Forest last time out. The academy product has seen his momentum stall under Amorim after breaking into the side in 2023/24 and earning an England call-up. The talented youngster was denied an opportunity to move on loan in the summer , but has almost been surplus to requirements this term with United playing just one game per week. United's Carabao Cup exit to Grimsby is proving particularly damaging in this respect. And Amorim has conceded that Mainoo's training ground performances have been good enough to warrant a place in his starting lineup, but suggested he does not have the space to offer an opportunity. Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro have started ahead of the youngster. Amorim is taking advantage of the opportunity to better prepare his side, however. The Portuguese coach believes his side's schedule was problematic last term. "Every minute we are using to prepare the future with a lot of games and less training," Amorim told beIN Sports. "We are giving a lot of information, we are working on our fitness because we need to keep momentum during the week with good training, really intense. "When you have more games you are just concerned about recovery. We suffered a lot from last season. People forget we played two and three days all of the time and that was really hard for us. But then you have the other side. "I see Kobbie Mainoo training today, and he deserves to play, but then I have to take one guy [out] that's playing really well. We should have played in the Carabao Cup, because I need to see Kobbie Mainoo playing, I need to see Josh, all of these guys deserve to play, but in the end, it is one more game you need to make choices. So you have both sides." Qualifying for Europe this term is vital for Amorim, simply to manage his squad. “We need to go to Europe because of everything,” he said. “Our club needs to be in Europe, it’s hard to have a very, very good squad. “Imagine for me to have Mainoo with that (many) minutes that he’s playing, he needs more games for me to make a rotation because, with one game (a week), it’s really hard. “I have to take one of the guys that is playing to put another. When you have more games, you can divide, you can manage the group in a different way.” Join our new WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Mirror Football content. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.

Scott Trotter
Jeremy Clarkson fights back tears as he shares emotional tribute with fans
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Jeremy Clarkson fights back tears as he shares emotional tribute with fans

Telly host Jeremy Clarkson has posted a heartfelt video tribute to his long-standing mate, whom he hailed as "a television genius." The Clarkson's Farm favourite turned to Instagram to look back on his Top Gear era. The Beeb's smash-hit motoring programme graced our screens from 2002 to 2015, featuring Clarkson alongside Richard Hammond and James May chatting about all things automotive. Reminiscing about the early years, Jeremy honoured producer Andy Wilman, affectionately known by devotees as "the fourth member." In a touching video, Jeremy seemed to be fighting back tears as he revealed: "I just want to talk, if I may for a moment, about Top Gear.", reports the Mirror . "It started out as a regional programme about cars and became, in quite short order, the most successful, most watched show in the world, every week, 350 million people tuned in." The presenter went on: "You talk to people today in their 20s and 30s who describe it as the sort of Sunday night wallpaper of their childhood, a very important show, actually, it really was." Paying tribute to his mate, Jeremy declared: "The man responsible for it is an incredible success, a man called Andy Wilman, he was there right at the beginning when he had to pay audience members out of his own pocket a fiver to stay to the bitter end because they were so bored. "He was there when we ended it in Zimbabwe, he was the producer, he was the editor, he had to deal with James, Richard and I. "He had to deal with Ofcom, he had to deal with the BBC , he just ran the whole thing and then of course he was there when the fracas happened and then he had to start all over again in a broom cupboard with one assistant and build it all up again from scratch and now of course, he's busy editing the farm show." The telly legend hailed Andy as "a television genius," whilst promoting the presenter's fresh tome titled Mr Wilman's Motoring Adventure. Jeremy gushed: "It's a fantastic book, it really is, I'm just overflowing with joy that he's put it all on paper. So here's a suggestion: after you've read my new book, The Farmer's Dog , do get this. It really is worth your while." The man himself, Andy Wilman, responded in the comments section stating: "I do NOT deserve that much praise, (mind you I'll take a bit of it.)You were the one responsible for making that show a success and everyone who worked on it will say the same. That aside, we are entering the Yuletide gifting period, and the book is available in all good bookshops." Strictly's Thomas Skinner chimed in: "I love you Mr. Clarkson and I love you Mr. Wilman. You are absolute legends that made my Sunday evenings the absolute governor when I was younger. I love cars because of Top Gear. I've bought cars because of what I've seen on TopGear. Best TV show of all time in my opinion. Bosh." This post was flooded with messages of support from Top Gear enthusiasts, who lauded the host for his contributions to the car-centric show. One fan penned: "It was three blokes doing what blokes do. We all felt like we knew you and were all apart of your circle. Thank you for the memories! ! ! !". Another admirer chimed in: "The best show ever! You guys literally created the playbook for the whole automotive storytelling industry."

Dan Laurie,Paige Ingram
Fines issued for breaching Formentor road restrictions almost double
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Fines issued for breaching Formentor road restrictions almost double

Figures for the traffic restrictions on the Formentor road indicate that the number of fines has almost doubled this year. In 2024, according to figures given by the Council of Mallorca the end of last October, there were 1,175 fines. This year the number has risen to 2,314. The period for the restrictions was extended by one month this year - to October 31 rather than September 30 - but even so the increase in fines is significant. They were mostly all (2,285) for unauthorised access of the section of the road between the beach and the lighthouse. The total number of vehicles that went to the beach area from June 1 to October 31 was 297,137. This figure included journeys by TIB buses. Excluding these, the figure was 258,364. An increase would have been expected because of the month's extension, but it wasn't great in overall terms; in 2024 there were 244,813 from June 1 to September 30. Pollensa Town Hall succeeded in getting the traffic directorate to agree to a month's extension this year. The town hall would ideally like the restrictions to start from the first of May or perhaps even from April. In Puerto Pollensa there is barrier control for vehicle access, which is determined by availability of spaces in the car park that serves the beach.

Andrew Ede
US Alliance Receives Submarine Boost
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US Alliance Receives Submarine Boost

The United States and its treaty ally Japan recently conducted a submarine exercise as they continue to strengthen their defense posture amid China’s growing naval threat. The Chinese Foreign Ministry did not immediately respond to a request for comment. Why It Matters China has the world’s largest navy by hull count, part of a military buildup meant to challenge U.S. military dominance and its allies in the western Pacific. Japan, which hosts about 60,000 American troops, plays a key role in the U.S. island chain strategy aimed at defending against potential Chinese aggression by projecting military power. Facing China’s expanding military presence and reach through naval deployments, the U.S. Navy has deployed its nuclear-powered submarines across the western Pacific as a deterrent. Meanwhile, Japan is considering building submarines powered by nuclear reactors, as the U.S. ally strengthens its counterstrike and standoff defense capabilities. What To Know In a set of photos released on Monday by Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni, a key U.S. military facility in Japan, the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force submarine JS Unryu was seen docking at the base’s harbor for a resupply operation on October 27. The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force submarine JS Unryu prepares for a resupply operation at Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni in Japan on October 27. According to local media, it was the first time a Japanese submarine had visited Marine Corps Air Station Iwakuni. The base said its harbor offered “multiple ports of entry” to U.S. and Japanese forces and that the operation demonstrated logistical capabilities. The resupply operation was part of a larger joint exercise conducted by Japan’s Air, Ground and Maritime Self-Defense Forces from October 20 to 31, local media reported. The war game was held across the country, including at U.S. military facilities. While pier-side at the base, the Unryu was loaded with torpedo-shaped test equipment. The move sought to verify whether resupply operations could be conducted at ports other than the submarine’s home port, expanding the scope of operations, the report said. A Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force official told local media that the ability to resupply a vessel and get it back on deployment as quickly as possible was a significant advantage, particularly when U.S. military facilities are used instead of civilian ports. Meanwhile, USS Hawaii, a Virginia-class fast-attack submarine, was spotted arriving at Yokosuka Naval Base in Japan on Sunday, a move confirmed by the local Japanese government. The U.S. nuclear-powered submarine remained at the base as of Friday. 米海軍のフォロワーさんが乗ったタグが今日の潜水艦のサポート潜水艦 13号バースに11:05頃 入船接岸潜水艦はマリントラフィック等アプリの情報だとおそらくバージニア級原子力潜水艦 ハワイ(USS Hawaii SSN-776) pic.twitter.com/uF6NvUSp1K— ( ｡･㉨･｡)ฅ (@Gov_Vessel_fan) November 2, 2025 According to the U.S. Navy, the Hawaii is designed to conduct missions, including anti-submarine, anti-surface ship and strike warfare, as well as intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance. The submarine is homeported at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. What People Are Saying U.S. Pacific Submarine Force spokesperson Commander Rick Moore previously told Newsweek: “We are making historic investments in our undersea warfare capabilities and continue to work with allies and partners to maintain a secure, prosperous, free, and open Indo-Pacific.” Japan’s 2025 defense white paper said: “China has been intensifying its activities across the entire region surrounding Japan, including in the East China Sea, particularly in the area around the Senkaku Islands, the Sea of Japan, and the western Pacific Ocean, extending beyond the so-called the first island chain to the second island chain.” What Happens Next It remains to be seen whether the U.S. will provide assistance if Japan moves forward with its nuclear-powered submarine program. U.S. President Donald Trump recently voiced support for South Korea’s development of nuclear-powered submarines.

Ryan Chan
Coronation Street legend on why they turned down Celebrity Traitors stint
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Coronation Street legend on why they turned down Celebrity Traitors stint

A Coronation Street legend has revealed why they had to turn down an appearance on this year's series of Celebrity Traitors . The BBC murder mystery show - hosted by telly legend Claudia Winkleman - returned to screens last month for its first-ever celeb version . Taking part were some huge names, including presenters Alan Carr, Stephen Fry and Clare Balding, as well as singer Cat Burns and comedian Lucy Richardson. On the programme, the famous faces play for the chance to win up to £100,000 for their chosen charities by trying to banish all of the Traitors in the iconic Scottish castle. And after weeks of deceit, murder and betrayal, the series came to an end this week, with Traitor Alan winning the series and bagging £87,500 for the children's charity Neuroblastoma UK, a sum he said would "change lives". However, it seems that Celebrity Traitors 2025 almost had a mega Coronation Street star in the cast. Last month, David Platt actor Jack P. Shepherd shared that he “got asked about Traitors but I can’t because it’s BBC”. And in a recent episode of his On The Sofa podcast , he revealed ITV were actually more than happy to have let him go on the show. Revealing he was “availability checked”, before the first Celebrity Traitors series, Jack said: “I wouldn’t be able to do it because it’s ITV and BBC. But it turns out apparently I would have been! [Allowed to appear on the show].” Jack explained: “Because ITV came to me and went, ‘Really? We would have 100% let you done that’ but I went ‘you wouldn’t have done because I was actually filming so I wouldn’t have been able to.’” Jack - who has appeared on Corrie since he was 12 - then went on to tease he could be appearing on the next series of Celebrity Traitors. Co-host Colson Smith asked: “ So are we having you next series?” Jack then smirked and replied: “I don’t know.” Jack is no stranger to reality TV. Earlier this year, he won over the hearts of viewers on Celebrity Big Brother . The soap star ended up being crowned the winner of the 24th series of the show finishing ahead of radio presenter Danny Beard and Dance Moms star JoJo Siwa. Coronation Street airs Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 8pm on ITV1 and ITVX

Joe Crutchley
Death of child killer in prison cell as three inmates charged with murder
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Death of child killer in prison cell as three inmates charged with murder

Three prisoners have been charged with murder after a child killer was found dead inside his cell. Kyle Bevan, 33, was serving a life sentence with a minimum term of 28 years after executing a "sustained, deliberate and very violent" assault on two-year-old Lola James at a property in Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, on July 17, 2020. It was confirmed on Thursday that Bevan was discovered dead at HMP Wakefield in West Yorkshire, having served only two-and-a-half years of his sentence. It's the same prison where Lost Prophets paedo, Ian Watkins was stabbed to death less than a month earlier. Mark Fellows, 45, Lee Newell, 56, and David Taylor, 63, have been charged with Bevan's murder, said West Yorkshire Police. They’ve been remanded into custody and are due to appear at Leeds Magistrates' Court this morning. Police said they were called to category A HMP Wakefield at 8.25am on Wednesday. "Three men, who are all serving prisoners, have been arrested on suspicion of murder," a statement said at the time. During his 2023 trial at Swansea Crown Court, jurors were told that Lola was attacked so violently by her mother's partner that she suffered injuries consistent with those seen in victims of serious car crashes. Bevan initially claimed that Lola's injuries were caused accidentally, alleging she fell down the stairs after being knocked over by the family dog. However, she was found to have sustained 101 injuries, including severe brain injuries and catastrophic retinal damage. Lola was rushed to Withybush Hospital but died four days later, on July 21, 2020, without regaining consciousness. Bevan - who pleaded not guilty - was convicted of murder and sentenced to life in prison. Lola's mum, Sinead James, was also sentenced to six years behind bars for allowing or causing the death of a child. At the time of the horrific incident, James and Bevan had been an item for a few months, having met on Facebook. Judge Mr Justice Griffiths characterised Bevan's assault as "sustained, deliberate and very violent", highlighting that it involved the use of weapons. He described the attack as an "exercise of power" over "the only person he could feel superior to" - a defenceless child. Mr Griffiths further noted that Bevan displayed no regret for his actions during the trial and seemed solely concerned about himself.

Abigail Hunt
Lakers’ LeBron James gets major shoutout from Cristiano Ronaldo with a little dig
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Lakers’ LeBron James gets major shoutout from Cristiano Ronaldo with a little dig

Los Angeles Lakers superstar LeBron James received unexpected recognition from global soccer icon Cristiano Ronaldo, who combined admiration with a playful comment on his hair. In a two-part interview with Piers Morgan, whose second part was released on Thursday, the 40-year-old Portuguese forward recognized James as an athlete who inspires him, remarking on their shared age and continued performance at world-class levels. Ronaldo, the captain of Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr, said: “In basketball, there’s LeBron James, who’s my age. I’ve met him, he’s a good guy, but I have more hair than him! (laughs). He’s still in great physical condition and is still playing. There’s also Luka Modric, who’s about my age, and maybe Novak Djokovic.” Sports media has long joked about James’ well-documented hair thinning, which the wisecrack referenced. The parallel between James and Ronaldo is striking. Both debuted professionally around the same time, Ronaldo in 2002 and James in 2003, and both continue to perform at the highest levels in their respective sports at age 40. James is a four-time NBA champion and one of the league’s most durable players, while Ronaldo is a five-time Ballon d’Or winner and soccer’s all-time leading goal scorer. Each has set records and inspired younger generations through discipline, consistency, and longevity. James’ current season has started with some challenges. He missed the Lakers’ season opener due to sciatica and has yet to appear in a game this season. However, recent updates indicate that James has made significant progress in his rehab, even resuming contact basketball activity. The Lakers plan to reevaluate him with team physicians in the next week or two. Nonetheless, Los Angeles has been terrific early in the 2025 season. The team holds a 7-2 record, sits as the second seed in the Western Conference, and has won its last five games. With a perfect 4-0 record away from home, the Lakers hope to continue their flawless road run and reach 5-0 against the Atlanta Hawks on Saturday.

Abdullah Imran
This Social Security Change Will Deal Higher Earners a Huge Blow in 2026
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This Social Security Change Will Deal Higher Earners a Huge Blow in 2026

Social Security is a crucial program that millions of Americans rely on. But the money to fund Social Security has to come from somewhere. Social Security primarily gets its revenue from payroll taxes. If you've ever looked at your paycheck and seen a line item on it that says FICA, it's short for the Federal Insurance Contributions Act, which funds programs like Social Security and Medicare. Now, it's not a given that you'll pay Social Security taxes on your entire salary. Each year, the Social Security Administration (SSA) sets a wage cap to determine how much income is taxed to fund the program. In 2025, workers must pay Social Security taxes on their first $176,100 of earnings. But that wage cap is rising in 2026. So if you're someone who earns a higher paycheck, you may need to prepare to lose more of it. Gear up to pay more In late October, the SSA announced a number of key changes to Social Security. These include: A 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) A higher earnings-test limit A larger maximum monthly benefit Another change recently announced was a higher wage cap for 2026. Next year, workers will have to pay into Social Security on their first $184,500 of income. This means that higher earners will have an additional $8,400 of income taxed for Social Security purposes. Meanwhile, the Social Security tax rate is 12.4%. So all told, the maximum Social Security tax bill in 2026 will be $22,878. If you're self-employed, you'll pay that entire bill yourself. However, if you're a salaried employee, you'll get to split that tab with your employer, leaving each of you to pay $11,439. A system that needs work? There's been talk of raising Social Security's wage cap, or even eliminating it, to pump more money into the program and help prevent benefit cuts. A lot of people think the wage cap is problematic because it gives higher earners a chance to shield some of their income from Social Security taxes. Plus, you may find it unfair that someone earning $184,500 and someone earning $2 million in 2026 will pay the same amount of Social Security tax. But here's why the system works, to some degree. Social Security has a maximum monthly benefit it's willing to pay retirees. So just as Social Security caps the amount of wages it taxes, it also limits the amount of money higher earners can claim each month in retirement. If lawmakers were to decide to raise the wage cap or eliminate it, they'd have to then raise Social Security's maximum benefit to keep things fair. That may or may not work to improve the program's finances. Don't let higher taxes catch you off guard If your salary is such that the new Social Security wage cap will mean paying more taxes, it's important to prepare for that larger bill. Having to shell out extra money in taxes could be a burden for some folks, even those earning a fairly generous wage. While it's easy to assume that anyone earning enough to worry about the higher wage cap has it good income-wise, in some parts of the country, a salary of $184,500 doesn't go very far -- not when an apartment might cost $3,500 a month to rent or a starter home might come with a $1 million price tag. So some people may need to do some serious planning to account for the change to Social Security's wage cap. If that sounds like you, you may want to sit down with a tax professional or financial advisor for tips on how to minimize the tax hit that might ensue. Your options could include maxing out a retirement account like a traditional IRA or 401(k) to shield more income from taxes, or selling investments strategically at a loss in 2026 to offset some taxable income.

Maurie Backman
Bombshell signal Rachel Reeves plans to increase income tax in Budget
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Bombshell signal Rachel Reeves plans to increase income tax in Budget

Rachel Reeves has reportedly told the Budget watchdog that she is planning to hike income tax in her November 26 statement. In a bombshell signal of her plans, the Chancellor is said to have let the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) know that an increase in personal taxation is one of the "major measures" on tax she is considering announcing. Ms Reeves is reportedly considering a 2p rise in income tax and a 2p cut in national insurance, the Times reported . It would appear an attempt to move the burden of tax rises away from workers and on to other people, such as pensioners and landlords. The cut to national insurance would only apply to people who earn below £50,270, with the rate going from 8% to 6%. Richer people who earn over £50,270 would not get a cut, under the plans being considered. Ms Reeves's plans are not confirmed and she could still go back on any considerations, but her having submitted them to the OBR is the clearest sign yet of her plans to break the manifesto pledge to not hike income tax. The OBR will come back with its assessment of the impact of such a tax hike next week. Deputy Labour leader Lucy Powell, who was elected to take over from Angela Rayner , last night warned Ms Reeves not to break Labour's manifesto pledges, which includes a hike to income tax. Asked about Ms Powell's comments, Housing Secretary Steve Reed this morning refused to comment on Budget measures, but insisted Labour was delivering on its manifesto. He told Sky News: "Well, you'll know no member of the government can comment on the budget in the in the days ahead of the budget coming through, but absolutely on the manifesto we are getting on to deliver it. The reason there's been investment in the NHS to provide 5 million additional appointments, which is what we've done to cut waiting lists, is because that was a key promise in our manifesto. "The reason that we've increased the national minimum wage is to give millions of our lowest paid workers in this country a pay rise that was in the manifesto. The reason that we introduced a ban on the multi million pound bonuses the water bosses were paying themselves for overseeing record levels of pollution in our water is because it was in the manifesto. We will get on and we will deliver that manifesto over the course of this Parliament." The Chancellor earlier this week refused to stand by Labour's election promise not to hike income tax, VAT, or national insurance. She admitted she'd have to make tough decisions in her Budget in order to priorities cutting NHS waiting list, get the cost of living down and reduce national debt. Speaking from Downing Street on Tuesday, Ms Reeves appeared to put the country on notice for tax hikes in a rare pre-Budget speech - warning "each of us must do our bit". She said: "I have to face the world as it is, not the world as I want it to be." Asked whether it would be acceptable break the promise, Ms Powell said on Thursday: "We should be following through on our manifesto, of course. There's no question about that." Speaking to BBC Radio 5 Live, the Manchester Central MP added: "Trust in politics is a key part of that because if we're to take the country with us then they've got to trust us and that's really important too." She added: "If we're to take the country with us then they've got to trust us. We want to make sure that ordinary working people are better off as a result of this Labour government and we're putting more money back into the pockets of ordinary working people. That's what that manifesto commitment is all about. And that's what this Budget will be about I'm sure." An HM Treasury spokesman said: “The Chancellor has set out the context for the Budget, recognising global and long-term economic challenges. It will continue to build the strong foundations to secure Britain’s future and on the priorities of the British people - cutting waiting lists, cutting national debt and cutting the cost of living.”

Sophie Huskisson
This Stock Is Up 1,500% Since Its IPO: Here's Why It Might Split in 2026
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This Stock Is Up 1,500% Since Its IPO: Here's Why It Might Split in 2026

Over the past few years, some of the world's biggest and most well-known companies have launched stock splits, from Amazon and Nvidia to Walmart and Chipotle Mexican Grill. This was after these companies saw their stock prices soar, and they made a move to bring the price of each individual share down to a more reasonable level. Companies generally execute a split so that a broader range of investors may access the stock. Though stock splits themselves aren't catalysts for stock performance, investors love to watch for which company will be next on the list. This may be because such a move suggests management is optimistic about the future, holding the belief that the stock, from its new lower price, will surge once again. So, which company may be next on the stock split list? A good candidate is the following player that's seen its shares rise more than 1,500% since its initial public offering (IPO). Let's find out why it may split in 2026. More shares for current holders First, though, let's talk briefly about how a stock split works. In such an operation, a company issues additional shares to current holders according to the ratio of the split. So, in a 10-for-1 stock split, for example, you would receive nine shares for every one share you already own. The total value of your holding and the market value of the company remain unchanged -- only the value of each individual share drops. As a result, stock splits don't change anything fundamental about a company, and that's why a split isn't a reason to buy or sell a particular stock. But they do play a positive role in a company's overall story over time as they make it easier for smaller retail investors to invest. Now, let's consider this stock that's soared in the quadruple digits since its IPO back in May of 2012. This company is Meta Platforms (META 2.71%), which originally launched under the name Facebook, then its primary social media app. Today, Meta is known for its ownership of Facebook as well as other apps such as WhatsApp and Instagram, and also is building a major presence in the world of artificial intelligence (AI). The company's social media prowess has helped it grow earnings well into the billions of dollars -- this is as advertisers flock to Meta to advertise their products and services across its apps. Meanwhile, Meta is investing heavily in AI with the goals of using the technology to make its apps even better, transform the advertising experience, and develop new revenue-generating products. The "Magnificent Seven" player that hasn't split its stock All of this has helped the stock to advance over time, bringing it to more than $600 today. It's important to note that Meta is the only company among the "Magnificent Seven" tech stocks that have driven market gains that has never launched a stock split. So, why do I think Meta may make the move in 2026? Meta's shares haven't reached the level of $1,000, which sometimes represents a psychological barrier for investors -- even if valuation is fine, they perceive the stock as expensive. But, at today's level, though Meta actually is the cheapest of the Magnificent Seven stocks -- its per-share price is the highest. META data by YCharts Even though Meta stock is dirt cheap at this valuation, the per-share price tag may discourage some investors from buying. A stock split could solve this problem. On top of this, a move to split its stock would offer investors a sign that management is confident about the future and its decision to invest significantly in the area of AI. The company already has predicted that to support its AI growth, capital expenditure "dollar growth will be notably larger in 2026 than 2025." Meta, up about 7% this year, is lagging behind all of the other Magnificent Seven stocks when it comes to performance. So, a split, opening the investment opportunity to a broader range of investors and offering an optimistic message from the company, could be beneficial. All of these elements suggest that Meta, a company that hasn't yet split its stock, may finally make the move in 2026.

Adria Cimino
Exclusive: £7bn housebuilding fund for local mayors
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Exclusive: £7bn housebuilding fund for local mayors

Oli Dugmore: Very glad to have you on the New Statesman podcast. Tell us about your announcement today. What are you announcing? Steve Reed: We’re announcing an allocation of £7 billion to the six established metro mayors. They can use it to start building social and affordable homes. It’s part of a larger package — the biggest investment in such housing in over a generation. The shortage is desperate, so this funding lets mayors act using their knowledge of local areas. Oli Dugmore: Will mayors have flexibility over how the money is used? Steve Reed: Yes. They’ll be able to bid to Homes England and choose how best to spend it for their regions — for example, the mix between council-built homes and working with private developers, and provision for older or disabled residents. This won’t be dictated from Whitehall; we want locally led decisions that get homes built quickly. [Further reading: Steve Reed: “Reform is a symptom of broken trust”]

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Should You Buy Netflix Before Its Nov. 17 Stock Split?
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Should You Buy Netflix Before Its Nov. 17 Stock Split?

High-growth companies often create so much value over the long term that their stock price soars into the hundreds or even thousands of dollars. It then becomes more difficult for investors with small portfolios to buy one whole share, so unless their broker offers fractional shares, they could be forced to sit on the sidelines. A company can alleviate that problem by executing a stock split, which increases the number of shares in circulation and proportionately decreases the price per share. For example, a 10-for-1 stock split would increase the company's share count tenfold and reduce the price per share by 90%. It doesn't change the value of the underlying company, but it allows investors to buy shares at a much lower price point. Netflix (NFLX 0.13%) stock is trading at over $1,100 (as of Nov. 6), but the company announced a 10-for-1 split last month, which will take effect on Nov. 17. It will be the company's third stock split since going public in 2002, which isn't surprising considering its return of 102,570% since then. Although splits don't fundamentally add value to a business, stocks often experience gains in the wake of a split as investors who were previously priced out of ownership buy in. With that in mind, should investors buy Netflix ahead of Nov. 17? Netflix is the world's largest streaming platform Netflix had over 300 million subscribers at the end of 2024, making it the largest streaming platform for movies and television shows in the world. Even though the company no longer reports its membership numbers, its key competitor -- Walt Disney -- was still way behind as of June this year with just 128 million subscribers for its Disney+ service. Netflix continues to attract new members through a variety of innovative strategies. First, it launched a more affordable ad-supported subscription tier in 2022 priced at just $7.99 per month. This offering now regularly accounts for half of new sign-ups in countries where it's available, and each member becomes more valuable over time because Netflix can charge businesses more money for advertising slots as the user base grows. Last year, its advertising revenue doubled, and it's on track to more than double again in 2025. Live programming is another major draw for new members. Last December, Netflix was the exclusive network for both Christmas Day National Football League (NFL) games, and they both attracted over 30 million viewers, which made them the most streamed games in the history of the sport. The platform is scheduled to host both games again this coming Christmas Day. Netflix is also betting big on boxing. It exclusively aired the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson bout last November, which was a raging success. It followed that up with several matches in 2025, including Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford in September, which drew a record 41 million viewers, the most for a men's title bout this century. Should you buy Netflix ahead of its stock split? Netflix has become a financial powerhouse. It generated $11.5 billion in revenue during the third quarter of 2025, which was up 17.2% from the year-ago period. That was the fastest growth rate in four years (since the second quarter of 2021), highlighting the success of initiatives like advertising and live programming. The company is also one of the very few pure-play streaming providers generating consistent profits, delivering $10.4 billion in net income over the last four quarters alone, which translated to earnings of $23.94 per share. This allows the company to outspend its competitors to create and license content, solidifying its dominance. With all of that said, the stock isn't cheap. It's trading at a price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of 45.9 as of this writing, which is a hefty premium to the 34.7 P/E ratio of the Nasdaq-100 index. In other words, Netflix is considerably more expensive than many of its peers in the tech and tech-adjacent industries, so short-term investors expecting big gains over the next few months might be left disappointed. However, Wall Street's consensus estimate (provided by Yahoo! Finance) suggests Netflix will grow its earnings to $32.34 per share in 2026 (this will become $3.23 after the 10-for-1 stock split), placing its stock at a forward P/E of 33.9. Data by YCharts. That means the stock will have to soar 35% by the end of next year just to maintain its current P/E of 45.9. Despite being more expensive than the Nasdaq-100, this scenario isn't out of the question considering Netflix's P/E multiple has averaged around 44 over the last three years. But long-term investors who are willing to hold Netflix stock for the next five years or more should enjoy the best returns because that time frame will give the company's advertising business the runway it needs to grow and mature. In summary, whether investors should buy Netflix ahead of Nov. 17 -- which is the first day of trading after the 10-for-1 split -- depends entirely on their time horizon. Short-term investors might want to stay on the sidelines, whereas their long-term counterparts could do very well in the coming years.

Anthony Di Pizio
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Someone on quora said that it was an Arabic riddle and the answer was graveyard for some reason. It makes sense for some language/ cultural/ religious reasons. The original riddle had more conditions. Apparently it was also whiter than day and darker than night somehow. Another answer someone gave was that for South Indians, the answer is a Lungi, which males wear all the time, but females wear only some days out of the year. A funny answer I read was that it's dirty jeans. Men only have a few pair and women have many many pairs of bottom clothes. ┐⁠(⁠´⁠ー⁠｀⁠)⁠┌ Yet another funny one was sperm. Men carry it every day and women typically don't get pregnant more than once a year. Womp womp. (⁠≧⁠▽⁠≦⁠)

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The People Who Know Nvidia and Palantir Best Have Issued a $9.3 Billion Warning to Wall Street
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The People Who Know Nvidia and Palantir Best Have Issued a $9.3 Billion Warning to Wall Street

Roughly three decades ago, the advent and proliferation of the internet began altering the growth trajectory of corporate America forever. This technology opened sales channels that previous didn't exist, as well as kicked off the retail investor revolution. After three decades, the next game-changing technology on par with the internet aims to revolutionize the world. The arrival of artificial intelligence (AI) comes with a mouthwatering addressable market, and some jaw-dropping gains for Wall Street's most beloved AI stocks. Nvidia (NVDA 3.65%) has crested a $5 trillion valuation after beginning 2023 with a $360 billion market cap, while shares of Palantir Technologies (PLTR 6.83%) have surged close to 2,900% over the same timeline! But while growth estimates suggest neither company can be stopped, the people who know Nvidia and Palantir best appear to have a different (and worrisome) message for Wall Street. Nvidia's and Palantir's competitive edges have led to jaw-dropping returns Let me preface any further discussion by pointing out that Nvidia's and Palantir's monumental gains since the start of 2023 aren't based solely on hype. There are tangible competitive advantages for both companies that have fueled their impressive growth rates -- and there's a better than average chance they're going to sustain these competitive edges for the foreseeable future. For instance, Nvidia's graphics processing units (GPUs) are absolutely dominant in AI-accelerated data centers. On top of being the preferred choice by businesses operating high-compute data centers, Nvidia's three generations of AI-GPUs (Hopper, Blackwell, and Blackwell Ultra) have offered superior compute capabilities when compared to external chips. With Nvidia generating boatloads of operating cash flow from its AI hardware, CEO Jensen Huang is leading the charge on new product development. Specifically, Huang is attempting to introduce a new AI-advanced chip to market every year, which is an aggressive goal. If successful, it should cement Nvidia as the clear leader in compute capabilities in AI-accelerated data centers. Though it's a point that's been touched on before, the value of Nvidia's CUDA platform can't be overlooked. CUDA is the toolkit relied on by developers to build and train large language models, as well as to get the most out of their Nvidia GPUs. This platform has played an important role in keeping customers within Nvidia's ecosystem. Meanwhile, Palantir's success is a function of providing AI-driven software-as-a-service platforms that have no one-for-one replacement. Historically, Wall Street has handsomely rewarded businesses that have sustainable moats. Palantir's Gotham platform is its most profitable. This is the tool used by the U.S. government and its allies to plan and oversee military operations, as well as to collect data. Palantir often secures multiyear contracts from the U.S. government and its allies, which leads to transparent growth and operating cash flow. Its other core operating segment, Foundry, is a bit newer and growing at a breakneck pace. Foundry helps businesses better understand their data to make their operations (e.g., supply chain) more efficient. Insiders offer a cautionary tale for Wall Street's AI darlings Though all ducks appear to be in a perfect row, insiders at Nvidia and Palantir have been painting a different picture. An "insider" is a high-ranking executive, individual on the board of directors, or beneficial owner with at least a 10% stake in a public company who may possess non-public information. In the name of transparency, insiders are required to file Form 4 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) no later than two business days after making any trades. This means any time an insider purchases or sells shares of their company, or even exercises options, it must be reported to the SEC via Form 4. While not all insider activity is meaningful, sometimes it can tell quite the story. In the case of Nvidia and Palantir, the title of the hypothetical book to be written would be "Sell," with every chapter labeled as "more selling." Over the trailing-two-year period, as of Nov. 4, net-selling activity for Wall Street's AI darlings has totaled: Nvidia: $4.04 billion Palantir Technologies: $5.22 billion Collectively, insiders at the two hottest AI stocks on the planet have dumped close to $9.3 billion of their own company's stock since Nov. 4, 2023. One of the caveats that absolutely needs to be mentioned when discussing insider selling is that it's not inherently bad. Since most executives and board members at Nvidia and Palantir receive the lion's share of their compensation in the form of stock and/or options, these individuals may need to exercise options and sell stock to cover their federal and/or state tax liability. Selling stock to cover tax liability, or to diversify an investment portfolio, isn't the bad news it might appear to be on the surface. What might be even more telling is the other side of the coin: insider buying. While there are numerous reasons to sell stock (not all of which are bad), there's only one reason for an insider to purchase shares -- the belief they'll increase in value. Excluding beneficial owners, there hasn't been a single insider purchase of Nvidia stock since December 2020, and there's been just one for Palantir, totaling $1.16 million, since the company went public on Sept. 30, 2020. This ongoing selling activity by insiders, coupled with virtually nonexistent purchasing activity, comes at a time when both stocks are historically expensive. The time-tested price-to-sales (P/S) ratio tells us that P/S ratios north of 30 for market-leading companies have never been sustainable over long periods. Nvidia recently topped a P/S ratio of 30, while Palantir surpassed a P/S ratio of 152 prior to releasing its third-quarter operating results earlier this week. While it's possible that a majority of these insider sales may be preplanned and tax-based, the optics aren't good. Historically pricey stocks with minuscule/zero insider buying serve as a warning for Wall Street and investors.

Sean Williams
Muhammad Irfan Khan Named Captain of Pakistan's Squad Asia Cup For Rising Stars
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Muhammad Irfan Khan Named Captain of Pakistan's Squad Asia Cup For Rising Stars

On Friday, Pakistan’s white-ball discard Muhammad Irfan Khan was named captain as national selectors announced a young squad for the men’s Asia Cup Rising Stars tournament scheduled to be held in Doha later this month. The squad features only three players who have represented the senior team: Irfan, spinner Sufiyan Muqeem, and fast bowler Ahmed Daniyal. The remaining players have shown promise in under-19, Shaheens, or domestic circuits, and in the Pakistan Super League. Pakistan and India will compete again in the tournament, which will feature eight teams from November 14 to 23. Pakistan Shaheens are placed in Group B alongside Oman, India ‘A’, and UAE, while Afghanistan ‘A’, Bangladesh ‘A’, Hong Kong, and Sri Lanka ‘A’ are in Group A. Pakistan will play their opening match of the T20 tournament against Oman on November 14, before facing India ‘A’ on November 14. Shaheens’ final group match will be against the UAE on November 18. The Pakistan Shaheens 15-member squad includes: Muhammad Irfan Khan (captain), Ahmed Daniyal, Arafat Minhas, Maaz Sadaqat, Mohammad Faiq, Muhammad Ghazi Ghori, Mohammad Naeem, Mohammad Salman, Mohammad Shahzad, Mubasir Khan, Saad Masood, Shahid Aziz, Sufiyan Moqim, Ubaid Shah, and Yasir Khan.

Aakash Biswas,News18
Driver ‘may have taken ill’ in three-car crash as man, 81, taken to hospital
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Driver ‘may have taken ill’ in three-car crash as man, 81, taken to hospital

Police are appealing for information after an 81-year-old man was taken to hospital following a three-car crash in Alloa. Emergency services were called to the collision around 10.35am on Thursday on Clackmannan Road involving a grey Audi Q5, a grey Peugeot and a blue Audi Q3. An 81-year-old man was taken to Forth Valley Hospital following the crash. Officers believe one of the drivers involved in the crash may have taken ill at the wheel. The road was closed to allow for investigations to be carried out and reopened around 2.50pm. Sergeant Vincent Lynch said: “We are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed the crash and has not already spoken to officers to come forward. “Enquiries are ongoing into the cause of the crash, however, one line of enquiry is that one of the drivers had taken ill. “We would ask anyone with dash-cam footage to review this and see if it has captured anything that could assist with our investigation.” Anyone with information is asked to contact Police Scotland on 101, quoting incident number 1138 of November 6, 2025.

Matthew Fulton
Police cordon at Rayleigh train station as person dies with emergency services at scene
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Police cordon at Rayleigh train station as person dies with emergency services at scene

Emergency services have been scrambled to a UK train station this morning with a police cordon at the scene. Trains have been halted after a person was hit by a train. A large number of police and other emergency service vehicles are currently outside Rayleigh station and police tape is blocking the entrance to the station, preventing members of the public from entering. There are reports of trains being halted from around 5.30am, with all Greater Anglia trains between Southend Victoria and London Liverpool Street suspended following the tragic incident. Greater Anglia has confirmed that a person was hit by a train this morning. They said on their website: "Unfortunately some one has been hit by a train between Wickford and Southend Victoria. Emergency services are at the scene dealing with the incident." While police and ambulance are at the scene, so are a number of Ambipar vehicles. Ambipar respond to incidents and emergencies of an environmental, chemical and biological nature which affect health, environment and property. Train lines remain blocked this morning. Meanwhile, police, ambulances and fire engines rushed to a UK train station responding to a fatality on Thursday evening, with a cordon seen at the scene. British Transport Police confirmed a person has died. A huge emergency service response was present at the train station in Ashton-under-Lyne, off Wellington Road. A number of ambulances, as well as police vehicles were seen in the car park. Members of the fire service were also seen entering the station. A British Transport Police spokesman told the Daily Star: "Officers were called at around 5pm today (6 November) to reports of a casualty on the tracks at Ashton-under-Lyne railway station. "Officers responded with paramedics, but sadly a person was pronounced dead at the scene. The death is not being treated as suspicious and a file will be prepared for the coroner."

Abigail Hunt
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