Update: 2:45pmThe British Transport Police has confirmed a person died on the tracks between Reading and London Paddington this morning. Officers were called to Reading at about 9.25am following reports of a casualty on the tracks. Disruption is expected between Reading and London Paddington this morning due to emergency services being called to an incident. Great Western Railway has warned all lines between the two stations are currently blocked. Network Rail is working to get some of the lines opened as soon as possible but delays and cancellations are expected until midday.

The Times and Sunday Times have announced the launch of a new weekly global podcast on technology - The Tech Podcast from The Times. Stephen Titherington: "Danny and Katie bring an unbeatable blend of expertise, and curiosity, tools you need to understand tech and explain tech." The Times and Sunday Times have announced The Tech Podcast from The Times, a new weekly global podcast that dives deep into the latest trends and innovations in technology. I’m thrilled to be co-hosting The Tech Podcast and exploring how tech developments across the world are impacting our everyday lives, industries, and the economy. I’m a huge fan of Danny’s work and it’s an exciting prospect to have these kinds of conversations about tech stories across the pond, to share perspectives.”Each week the publisher says The Tech Podcast from The Times will feature interviews with tech pioneers—from startup visionaries to industry leaders.

At least two people were killed and several more injured after an explosion near Karachi airport in Pakistan on Sunday night. A local official said initial reports suggested a tanker exploded outside the airport while authorities were working to determine if the explosion was part of an attack. In a statement emailed to journalists the separatist militant group Baloch Liberation Army (BLA), claimed the explosion was an attack carried out by them using an improvised explosive device. The group said they deliberately targeted 'a high-level convoy of Chinese engineers and investors' coming from Karachi’s airport. The Chinese embassy in Pakistan condemned the attack and called for a thorough investigation.

Former first lady Melania Trump, in an interview with Fox News, reiterated her stance on abortion saying she believed in individual freedom and that she didn't want government to interfere with her personal choices. 'I want to decide what I want to do with my body,' Trump said

Late drama was sparked in the 1-1 draw between Chelsea and Nottingham Forest at Stamford Bridge when James Ward-Prowse was shown a second yellow for grabbing the ball to stop Nicolas Jackson from running on to a though ball. Things escalated minutes later when Neco Williams clipped the heels of Marc Cucurella as they chased a loose ball to send him flying into the Chelsea manager, Enzo Maresca, in the technical area. The incident prompted about 15 players to push each other and exchange words. Chelsea, who picked up more than six bookings during the match, triggered a charge for failing to control their players. In his post-match press conference, Maresca said: 'I like the team the way they are fighting.'

Marles aimed Dutton, the opposition leader, for saying Australia was “at odds now with our major partners and our major friends”. Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has called for the Iranian ambassador to Australia to be expelled after comments the ambassador made praising former Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. “At the moment, we’ve heard about three, but surely there are more going on than that, but we can’t really check. Some 229 people arrived on the east Mediterranean island, which lies a 40 minute flight time from Beirut, on a commercial airline chartered by Australia. This growth has elevated the total number of “million-dollar markets” within the nation to 1,257, marking an 18.5 per cent increase from the 1,057 suburbs recorded in 2023.

It has reached a new bottom such that the venerable New York Times has come under a barrage of fire over its tendency to “sanewash” Trump appearances. The Times writes of Trump making reference to the audience at his dreadful debate with Kamala Harris. In fact, it happens so often these days that it no longer even generates much attention.”True – and it especially doesn’t generate a lot of attention in The New York Times. But it most certainly does matter if Trump takes office again. This is especially true if he’s losing some discipline due to diminished capacity.

Australia beat South Africa 33-26 in Cape Town to set up a WXV2 final against Scotland. Desiree Miller and Maya Stewart stood out for the Wallaroos but it was Ashley Marsters who made a last-ditch steal to stop South Africa scoring a late try at the at Athlone Stadium.

Despite being handed his senior debut by Jose Mourinho at just 16, Gomes needed a harsh reality check to reach his potential. However, Mourinho soon expressed his disappointment with Gomes' performance in a reserve match, leaving the youngster feeling humiliated in front of his team-mates. Solskjaer suggested a loan move, but Gomes felt there was no clear plan for his development at his boyhood club. They wanted me to go on loan but there wasn't really much in place. Gomes felt that after spending his entire life in United's academy, there should have been a clearer plan for his progression.

Write to letters@thetimes.co.ukSir, By the logic of your leading article (“Unintended Consequences”, Oct 5), we must also examine the unintended consequences of keeping the blanket ban on assisted dying. Our present law fails to protect terminally ill people from agony that even the best palliative care cannot prevent. It fails to prevent dying people from taking their own lives. To reject change on assisted dying is to accept that we are satisfied with this status quo. This debate is not only about whether to legalise assisted dying.

A TEENAGER died after six doctors "failed to spot her tumours" seven times - instead insisting she was just "under the weather". The same dismissive response was delivered by six different doctors on seven occasions. I googled Ruby’s symptoms and read about lung cancer cases where a tumour pressing on a vein in the chest can cause swelling. "So even when a child presents with cancer symptoms, they may not think it’s likely to be the disease." She was only diagnosed with advanced adenocarcinoma after she visited a private doctor and died three weeks later.

'Just like old times' - National media make Anthony Gordon point and react to Everton draw with NewcastleA round-up of how the national media reported on Everton's 0-0 home draw with Newcastle United as Jordan Pickford saved Anthony Gordon's penaltyEverton's James Garner and James Tarkowski look on after Newcastle United's Anthony Gordon saw his penalty saved by Jordan Pickford (Image: Paul ELLIS / AFP )The individual battle between Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon and the home crowd at Goodison Park dominated the agenda in the national media after Everton’s goalless draw with the Magpies as the winger’s penalty was saved by Jordan Pickford. Paul Joyce in The Times wrote: "For Anthony Gordon it was, in many ways, just like old times. Chris Bascombe in the Daily Telegraph wrote: "This was not so much Everton versus Newcastle United as the battle of Anthony Gordon and Goodison Park. Andy Hunter in The Guardian wrote: "The cloud that Anthony Gordon left Goodison Park under has not lifted. ‌And our own Joe Thomas wrote: "'Cheer up Jordan Pickford…', the away end sung as Newcastle United’s supporters resumed their battle with their arch-nemesis.

ON October 28, 1988, Ricky Junior Otto was sentenced to four years in prison aged 20 — the last of his five jail terms. “They had watched me playing football in the gym and realised I had a talent and expressed this in the most incredible way. “After that I became a gym orderly and started to prepare myself mentally and physically for a life after prison. “I had that pinch-me moment where I couldn’t believe I was going to be playing at Wembley.”After Birmingham, Otto played at Charlton, Peterborough and Notts County on loan. Yet in reflection of his extraordinary 56 years, Otto readily admits: “Without a shadow of a doubt, football saved my life.”

Massive Rallies Across Australia Support Palestine Thousands gather to demand justice and peace amid rising tensions from Israel-Gaza conflictRallies erupted across Australia this past Sunday, as citizens gathered to voice their support for Palestine amid the surging tensions stemming from the Israel-Gaza conflict. This escalation has begun to draw international attention, with various nations, including Australia, urging for de-escalation of the violence. Closer to home, Australian officials have had to balance diplomatic approaches amid rallies calling for political boycotts against Israel. Observations from within and outside Australia point toward potential for more demonstrations, emphasizing how personal experiences and international actions intertwine deeply. For now, the rallies symbolize more than just dissent; they are cries from the heart calling for empathy and resolutions.

Read our privacy policyJournalist Tim Shipman has said that despite Boris Johnson’s ebullient persona, the former prime minister is actually a “loner” who “hates parties”. No Way Out is the last of Shipman’s four-book series chronicling key moments in British political history. The final instalment focuses on Boris Johnson’s role in the Brexit saga, which many blame for dividing the nation. “Boris Johnson hates parties,” Shipman said. “But when tested and in the moment of maximum kind of crisis, Churchill came through and ultimately Johnson kind of didn’t.”No Way Out: Brexit: From the Backstop to Boris is out now.