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1. Norway stars reveal how Erling Haaland inspired team to big World Cup qualifier win

   Norway beat Estonia 4-1 on Thursday night to edge closer to World Cup qualification

2. Storm Claudia hammers UK as train passengers told ‘do not travel’

3. Despairing economists warn Reeves’ income tax u-turn will make system ‘too complicated’ – and will wipe out buffer zone

   The chancellor has ditched plans to increase income tax leading to fears she will not be able to create the buffer zone needed to protect the UK from economic shocks next year

4. A flooded restaurant in Thailand brings delight with swimming fish among diners

   A restaurant in central Thailand has become an internet sensation after a nearby river flooded it with water and fish

5. Overburdened power cable behind Bosnia retirement home fire that killed 15

   Authorities in Bosnia have said that an overburdened power cable caused a deadly fire at a retirement facility

6. Indian authorities blow up Kashmir home of suspect in Delhi’s Red Fort blast

   India’s home minister says he instructed officials ‘to hunt down each and every culprit behind this incident’

7. Ollie Pope hits century in England’s Ashes warm-up against Lions

   Opening pair of Ben Duckett (92) and Zak Crawley (82) set the tone for a fast-scoring 426 all out.

8. Boxer Conor Benn launches bespoke kit ahead of fight against Chris Eubank Jr

   The British boxing star has combined fighting with fashion.

9. Black Friday 2025 live: Latest offers as they land

   We’ve found early discounts on top brands including Ninja, Dyson and more

10. Japan’s new prime minister sleeps two hours a night and asks aides to meet at 3am

    The revelation has underlined fears over the health impact of Japan’s demanding corporate culture