A 16-year-old Palestinian girl in Gaza is using art as an outlet for her trauma and grief from Israel’s war, drawing anime cartoons of the suffering she and others have experienced.
Dallas Cowboys defensive lineman Marshawn Kneeland has died aged 24.
Kneeland was drafted by the Cowboys in the second round in 2024 and played 18 times for the team, including four starts.
He scored his first touchdown in Tuesday’s defeat to the Arizona Cardinals when he recovered a blocked punt.
“Marshawn was a beloved teammate and member of our organisation,” the Dallas Cowboys said.
“Our thoughts and prayers regarding Marshawn are with his girlfriend Catalina and his family.”
Kneeland was selected by Dallas with the 56th overall pick of the 2024 draft after playing college football for Western Michigan.
His agent, Jonathan Perzley, said his “heart aches” for the passing of a player who “poured his heart” into every moment.
“I watched him fight his way from a hopeful kid at Western Michigan with a dream to being a respected professional for the Dallas Cowboys,” Perzley said.
A sparkly skirt hailed as ‘very stylish’ and ‘versatile’ has not only earned the approval of fashion fans at Marks and Spencer, but a thumbs up from one of Britain’s best-dressed TV presenters, too. Cat Deeley appeared on This Morning wearing the retailer’s Tweed Embellished Mini A-Line Skirt, which has already gained praise from wearers who bagged it early.
The black mini skirt is made in a ‘heavy’ tweed fabric that’s giving us all the Chanel vibes, but on a budget. While some of the 49-year-old’s previous outfits have proven costly, this skirt comes in at a reasonable £46.
Hailed as ‘great for the party season’, it’s detailed with pearl and bead embellishment for added sparkle. It’s cut in a flattering A-line shape, with a zip fastening at the back, and due to the nature of the fabric, it’s less likely to crease so means it won’t need ironing, either.
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Styled by Rachael Hughes, Cat wore her skirt with a white frilled blouse from Holland Cooper, black opaque tights and patent Mary Jane shoes. It’s giving a crossover between St Trinian’s chic and Blair Waldorf from Gossip Girl – a combination we’re absolutely here for.
For a similar look, FatFace has this £49 Mari Black Boucle Skirt with a slightly more subtle sparkle in the form of a metallic thread. Wear on office days with tights and the matching cardigan or to evening drinks with heels and a blouse, this skirt is versatile and easy to wear for all occasions.
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Alternatively, for those who believe more is more, River Island is bringing all the glitz to the party with its £36 Black Boucle Tailored Sequin Mini Skirt. Made in a boucle fabric, it boasts sequin embellishment and pearl embellished button detail.
But the M&S skirt has been backed by a number of positive shopper reviews, which prove just how well-loved it is among festive fashion enthusiasts. One said: “Really lovely skirt. One of my favourite skirts ever. Can be dressed up or down and is very versatile.”
“Beautiful skirt which will be perfect for the Christmas season,” said another, adding: “Comes up slightly big. I wish I had sized down although I might be glad of the extra room on Christmas Day.”
While one considered it to be roomy, another suggested it comes up small, noting: “Really lovely skirt, worn it to work and got so many compliments. It does run small though, I am a 10-12 and had to get a 14 and even that’s a bit tight by the end of the day.”
A fourth said: “Literally love this skirt. Great for the party season. Heavy tweed type fabric that hangs really well. Lovely fit. Can’t wait to wear it.” Another penned: “Beautiful and very stylish sparkly skirt all ready for Christmas.”
Another high-street number Cat has worn in recent days is this Brown Belted Jumper Dress from River Island, which we predict will sell out in the coming weeks. A jumper dress is a key wardrobe staple for autumn, offering the perfect mix of warmth, comfort and style as temperatures drop.
Priced at £46, the high-neck, long-sleeve design is ideal for the crisp November weather while offering a sophisticated silhouette. With subtle seam detailing and a flattering mini length, it’s as relaxed as it is refined, making it a great option for nailing Cat’s easy-going yet polished style.
Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has admitted the club has made mistakes – but stressed they must look to the future rather than dwell on the past.
In an extensive interview with Piers Morgan earlier this week, legendary former United star Cristiano Ronaldo said that while he thought his fellow Portuguese was doing a good job, Amorim could not work “miracles”.
Al-Nassr striker Ronaldo, a former international team-mate of Amorim, argued that while some of United’s players were good, others did not have the “mind” of a player for the club.
Asked to respond to Ronaldo’s comments as he spoke to the media before his side’s trip to Tottenham on Saturday (12:30 GMT), Amorim did not address them directly but stressed the need to look forward.
“He [Ronaldo] knows he has a huge impact with everything he says,” Amorim said.
“We know as a club we made a lot of mistakes in the past. We are trying to change that.
“Let’s not focus on what happened [in the past].
Ronaldo, who left United to join Real Madrid in 2009, rejoined the Old Trafford club from Juventus in August 2021.
However, he had his contract terminated in November 2022 after he criticised the club and said he had “no respect” for then manager Erik ten Hag in a previous interview with Morgan.
In his latest interview with the broadcaster, the 40-year-old said: “I’m sad, because the club is one of the most important clubs in the world and a club that I still have in my heart.
“They don’t have a structure. I hope that changes in the present and future, because the potential of the club is amazing.
“They are not on a good path. And it’s not only about the coach and players, in my opinion… He [manager Ruben Amorim] is doing his best. What are you going to do? Miracles are impossible.”
Amorim, who took charge of United in November 2024, led the club to last season’s Europa League final but they missed out on the trophy – and qualification for this season’s Champions League – as they lost to Tottenham.
They finished 15th in Premier League, their worst performance since the 1973-74 campaign in which they were relegated from the top flight.
They spent more than £200m in the summer but started this season slowly – including being knocked out of the Carabao Cup by League Two side Grimsby Town.
Amorim appeared to be under pressure, but United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe said the Portuguese needed three years to prove he is a “great” coach.
In an interview in March, Ratcliffe said the club had “not performed at the level that has been expected” since the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson as manager at the end of the 2012-2013 season, adding that some United players were “not good enough” and some were “overpaid”.
President Bola Tinubu has sworn in two newly appointed ministers, Bernard Doro and Kingsley Ude.
The President swore them in at a brief ceremony on Thursday, inside the Council Chamber of the State House, Abuja, moments before he presided over the weekly Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting.
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Doro, a pharmacist and lawyer from Plateau State, replaces former Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Reduction, Nentawe Yilwatda, who recently assumed office as National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The pharmacist’s nomination was confirmed by the Senate in late October.
Ude, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) from Enugu State, fills the vacancy created by the exit of former Minister of Science, Innovation and Technology, Uche Nnaji, who resigned following certificate forgery allegations.
Ude’s appointment was confirmed by the Senate earlier on Thursday after a brief screening.
Before his appointment, he served as Enugu State Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice.
After the ceremony, the President immediately opened the FEC meeting, which commenced with a presentation by the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Wale Edun, on the state of the economy.
In attendance were the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume; Head of Civil Service of the Federation, Mrs. Esther Walson-Jack; Chief of Staff to the President, Femi Gbajabiamila; National Security Adviser, Mallam Nuhu Ribadu; ministers, and senior presidential advisers.