“This is an example of the countryside,” observed the France head coach, prompting the kind of overzealous and forced laughter you only hear at such events. “The Neuilly countryside,” he added, referring to the area west of Paris in which his squad were cloistered before their trip to Brussels. “I don’t follow the news of players who are not here,” said Deschamps. It’s small wonder that, like so many papillons, French fans are getting themselves in a flap. LIVE ON BIG WEBSITEJoin Scott Murray from 7.45pm BST for hot MBM coverage from Wales 2-1 Montenegro in the Nations League.

North Korea Readies Military Amid Drone Dispute With South Tensions escalate as Pyongyang threatens strikes over alleged drone flights by Seoul and prepares artillery units at the borderRising tensions between North and South Korea are once again capturing global attention as North Korea recently issued severe threats against its southern neighbor. On October 13, 2024, the North Korean government claimed its frontline military units are prepared to strike South Korea, alleging unauthorized drone flights over its capital, Pyongyang. Kim Yo Jong, the influential sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, described any drone detection from South Korea as "an unpardonable, malicious challenge" to North Korea's sovereignty. Historical patterns suggest North Korea might ramp up military tensions particularly during significant periods, such as before the upcoming U.S. presidential elections. Despite the threats and the bellicose rhetoric, military experts assert it remains improbable for North Korea to launch a full-scale war.

Write to letters@thetimes.co.ukSir, Joanna Williams makes a commendable attempt to restore parents’ sovereignty over their own children (“Hey, teacher, leave those kids alone — and let parents do the parenting”, Weekend essay, Oct 12). We should also look objectively at the volume of children who are not toilet trained before starting school, poor attendance, rising levels of child tooth extraction, hunger, obesity, mental health problems, violence, knife crime and safeguarding, to name but a few challenges. These are real-world scenarios that schools have responded to out of necessity, in part because of gaps in parenting. The repatriation of responsibility might be possible if parents were regulated as tightly as teachers. Mona SoodSchool governor, Southend-on-SeaSir, When children cannot sit still because

Guardiola’s contract with Manchester City expires next summer and The Times claims the FA made informal contact with him at the start of the season – although it has yet to receive a response. Pep’s contract is up in the summer.”Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola is out of contract at the end of the season (Martin Rickett/PA)Guardiola himself has said “anything can happen” with his future. It’s not true, I haven’t decided yet,” he told Italian TV show Che tempo Che Fa, as reported by Sky Italia. “And it is not even true that I will be the next England coach. The Football Association has consistently refused to discuss the managerial recruitment policy, while Manchester City do not comment on speculation.

Recently, Rhodes had an unexpected encounter with actor Adam Pearson , a moment that turned into a cherished memory for both.While Cody Rhodes has solidified his place as a top WWE Superstar, his ventures beyond wrestling are also noteworthy. Pearson recently had an unexpected encounter with Cody Rhodes in a hotel lobby, which he later shared on Twitter, delighting fans of both men. In a show of his characteristic generosity and warmth, Rhodes even handed Pearson the Undisputed WWE Championship to hold. For Pearson, who’s used to being in the spotlight for his work in film and activism, meeting Cody Rhodes gave him a once-in-a-lifetime memory. For Cody Rhodes, it’s clear that his journey from wrestling icon to Hollywood star is only getting started, and he’s leaving lasting impressions wherever he goes.

Burnham manager Ben Murray. Photo: Glenn Alcock--Burnham have parted ways with their management team Ben Murray and Kavi Luchowa by mutual agreement, adding that they’re not aligned on the club’s vision and expectations. It read: “After working together across the past three seasons Burnham Football Club would like to confirm the departure of first team manager Ben Murray and his assistant Kavi Luchowa, by mutual agreement. “Following recent discussions around visions and expectations for the future it became apparent that the Club and management team were not aligned, and it was agreed to part ways. However, Romero Smart-Tull (90+2') popped up with a late winner to ensure Murray and Luchowa leave off the back of a positive result.

Keir Starmer pledged to 'rip up the bureaucracy that blocks investment' and 'repair Britain's brand' as the prime minister hosted some of the world's biggest businesses on Monday at a conference designed to boost the country's appeal. The Labour leader came to power in July after he promised to end years of political instability and win back the faith of private investors to reinvigorate the UK's rundown infrastructure and public services. According to Reuters, the overall value of foreign direct investment inflows as a proportion of Britain's economy hit a nine-year low of 2.7% in the second quarter of 2024

NEW DELHI: Oberoi Hotels & Resorts has been recognised as the “best luxury hotel group in the world” by Times Travel Awards UK 2024. Arjun Oberoi, executive chairman of The Oberoi Group , said: “This award is a testament to our relentless pursuit of excellence and the dedication of our team. At Oberoi Hotels & Resorts, we are passionate about crafting exceptional guest experiences that leave a lasting impression.Being recognized on this global stage reinforces our commitment to setting new benchmarks in luxury hospitality .”Vikram Oberoi, CEO of The Oberoi Group, said: “It is an honour to be the only Indian hotel group to receive such a prestigious accolade. This achievement reflects our global influence and the strength of our brand. We remain focused on pushing the boundaries of service excellence and innovation, and this recognition inspires us to continue elevating the luxury travel experience for our guests.”

That said, the Club World Cup would seem a decent target. The shambolic organisation means few fans are likely to have bought tickets yet and, unlike the Champions League or a World Cup, it’s not a competition players dream of playing in. I don’t expect it, but if there were to be serious action, it would make sense for players to target it at the Club World Cup. When did football clubs become privately owned “companies”, as such? Although there were further experiments with floodlights, when the Football League began in 1888, it was stipulated that games had to be played in daylight.

Taylor Swift cancels Vienna shows due to terror threats against fans, leading to increased security for her London concerts, which are vital to the UK economy. (Getty Images via AFP)Taylor pressed on with her tour and returned to London for a second round of concerts. Experts suggest that security was dramatically increased for her London shows in response to the recent threats in Europe, as Swift’s tour injected nearly $1.3 billion into the UK economy. According to reports from The Times of London, Taylor received heightened security measures when she returned to the UK, allegedly under pressure from government officials. Attorney-general Lord Harmer KC allegedly pressured the police to ensure Swift received the necessary security.

Claim: A photo shared online in September 2024 authentically showed a 75-pound pearl with an estimated value of $100 million that a Filipino fisherman kept under his bed for 10 years. The post claimed it was discovered by a fisherman in the Philippines, who kept it under his bed for 10 years as a good luck charm. That outlet credited the picture to Aileen Cynthia Amurao, a tourist officer for the Filipino city of Puerto Princesa. It was done discreetly and some details were still unknown even to City Tourism staff. Numerous reputable western news outlets and Filipino media stated the fisherman had kept it under his bed for 10 years.

Renault says rear seat occupants benefit from generous amounts of knee room for what is still, technically, a vehicle in the “small car” segment. Renault has also claimed the new 4 will provide “uncompromising agility and comfort” on the road, thanks to use of the same underpinnings that debuted on the R5. The R4, though, has its body raised up further – and in fact it’s 1.2cm higher off the deck than even the Renault Captur compact SUV. Renault also says the steering has been tuned for city use, with a quicker rack and tighter turning circle. The R4 R Pass also earns buyers the chance to have “miniatures” sent straight to their home and invitations to exclusive events.

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An Israeli soldier secures a road after a drone attack by Hezbollah that caused mass casualties on Sunday in Binyamina, central Israel. Hezbollah has carried out its deadliest strike since Israel launched its ground invasion of Lebanon nearly two weeks ago, with the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) saying the attack killed four soldiers at an army base in central Israel on Sunday. Hezbollah described the strike, which Israel’s national rescue service said wounded 61 people in total, as retaliation for Israel killing 22 in an attack on Beirut on Thursday. Retaliation by Israel against Iran is expected after Tehran fired a barrage of more than 180 missiles at Israel on 1 October. “We’re seeing cracks in the resilience of the Earth’s systems,” Johan Rockström, director of the Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research, told an event at New York Climate Week in September.