How ambitious ‘forest city’ plan for England could become a reality

England faced Argentina in their final match of the 2025 Autumn Nations Series, with Argentina coming off a strong performance after defeating Wales and Scotland earlier in the tournament. The match was anticipated as a key contest to conclude the series for both teams.

The Trump administration has reportedly disbanded the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) ahead of its scheduled end, confirming long-held suspicions about the agency's viability. With eight months remaining on its contract, the agency's dissolution marks the conclusion of its controversial efforts to restructure federal agencies and reduce workforce numbers. OPM director Scott Kupor stated that Doge is no longer a 'centralized entity.'

Fifty groups, including the Runnymede Trust, have called for the scrapping of a police policy in England and Wales that reveals the ethnicity and nationality of suspects in high-profile crimes, citing its detrimental impact on societal prejudice.

A recent survey conducted in New South Wales revealed that over a quarter of young men believe violence is acceptable for gaining respect, with more than one-third admitting to sexually harassing women in the past month. This alarming data comes from the NSW Man Box report, commissioned by the Minns government, highlighting concerning attitudes towards gender roles and violence among youth.

England's cricket team suffered a significant setback by losing the first Test against Australia by eight wickets, despite having a 105-run lead with one wicket remaining. This defeat has raised concerns about the potential impact on the team's morale and performance throughout the Ashes series.

Hospitals in Gaza are facing a severe shortage of essential medical supplies as Israeli airstrikes continue to escalate, resulting in over 50 fatalities and more than 100 injuries in recent days. Medical personnel report critical shortages of gauze, antiseptics, thermometers, and antibiotics, which are vital for treating the wounded. This situation has arisen amid ongoing violence that has intensified despite previous ceasefire agreements.

Experts have condemned the Free Birth Society (FBS) for promoting unassisted childbirth, claiming it leads to dangerous outcomes such as excessive bleeding and stillbirths. The organization, led by influencers Emilee Saldaya and Yolande Norris-Clark, lacks medical training and has been linked to tragic cases, including infant deaths.

The UK government has announced that regulated rail fares in England will be frozen next year, marking the first time in 30 years that these fares, which include season tickets and off-peak returns, will not see annual price increases. This decision is part of a broader strategy to alleviate financial pressures on commuters and promote public transport usage.