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Five-year-old girl in critical condition after car hits crowd of rugby fans in Sydney
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Get you up to speed: Girl, 5, in critical condition after car ploughs into crowd of rugby fans | News World
At least 10 people, including children, were injured when a car crashed into a crowd of rugby fans in Sydney, Australia. An 18-year-old male, identified as Indika Bambrick Samarasinghe, was arrested at the scene and charged with multiple driving offences, with two individuals critically injured and the remaining victims in stable condition.
The driver, Indika Bambrick Samarasinghe, has been charged with multiple instances of dangerous and negligent driving occasioning grievous bodily harm. New South Wales Police have stated that the incident, occurring at 9.30am, is not believed to be linked to terrorism, with no indications of any targeted motive.
Newcastle Knights CEO Peter Parr expressed his concern for those injured, stating, “Our thoughts and prayers are first and foremost with everyone who has been injured, their families and loved ones.” New South Wales Police confirmed that the driver, Indika Bambrick Samarasinghe, has been charged with multiple counts of dangerous and negligent driving, and they have ruled out any suggestion of terrorism.
What remains unclear — It is not confirmed whether the driver, Indika Bambrick Samarasinghe, acted alone or if the other two passengers in the car played any role in the incident.
Five-year-old girl in critical condition after car hits crowd of rugby fans in Sydney
At least 10 people are injured, including several children, after a car crashed into a crowd in Sydney, Australia.
Rugby fans gathered to support the Newcastle Knights NRL team while they trained in New South Wales for their final against the Sydney Roosters tomorrow.
New South Wales Police have confirmed that a five-year-old girl and a 67-year-old man are in critical condition at John Hunter Hospital.
The girl suffered a cardiac arrest and is in an induced coma after sustaining head injuries and broken bones. Her mother also broke her leg.
The other eight wounded are stable, which includes two girls aged two and five.
An 18-year-old male who was driving the vehicle was arrested and later identified as Indika Bambrick Samarasinghe.
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An 18-year-old male has been arrested after driving a car into a crowd of rugby fans (Picture: Reuters)
There were three people in the vehicle, with police saying the crowd ‘turned’ on them (Picture: Reuters)
Documents obtained by ABC confirm he has been charged with three instances of dangerous driving occasioning grievous bodily harm, three instances of negligent driving occasioning grievous bodily harm, and three instances of causing bodily harm by misconduct.
Following the incident, which occurred at 9.30am, Newcastle Knights CEO Peter Parr shared his concern, writing on the team’s website: ‘Our thoughts and prayers are first and foremost with everyone who has been injured, their families and loved ones, and everyone who witnessed what occurred this morning.
‘What was meant to be a special morning for our community, thousands of Novocastrians coming together to farewell our team and show their support ahead of the Grand Final, has understandably turned into a distressing morning.
‘We want to thank our incredible fans for the passion and support they showed our team this morning. The scenes across Newcastle demonstrated once again what this football club means to our community.’
Parr went on to praise the ‘extraordinary’ actions of first responders, hailing the ‘speed and professionalism of NSW Police, NSW Ambulance and all emergency services at the scene’.
‘We also extend our deepest thanks to the doctors, nurses and entire team at John Hunter Hospital who are caring for those injured.
Newcastle Knights will play against Sydney Roosters this weekend (Picture: Ayush Kumar/Getty Images)
‘I would also like to personally acknowledge NSW Police Commissioner Malcolm Lanyon for his leadership and support.’
He called Newcastle a ‘strong community’, encouraging people to draw on their ‘strength’ and ‘compassion’ to support ‘those who need it most’.
Meanwhile, Assistant Commissioner David Waddell of New South Wales Police informed reporters that, as well as the arrested man, there were two other passengers in the car.
He said officers ‘had to get the three of them out of there because the crowd did turn on them’.
Waddell explained that the driver was taken for ‘mandatory drug and alcohol testing’ ahead of being charged.
He said the crash is not believed to be terrorism-related, and there are ‘no concerns other than this being a tragic incident where a young person has done the wrong thing and driven irresponsibly, driven erratically, and obviously lost control of the vehicle into the crowd’.
‘But there’s no, no suggestion at all that it’s targeted or any ill motive.’
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Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire highlights threats to LGBTQ+ community
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Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire highlights threats to LGBTQ+ community
LGBTQ+ threats
Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire emphasised that LGBTQIA+ venues continue to face threats, attacks, discrimination, and violence during a march through the capital.
Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire emphasised that LGBTQIA+ venues continue to face threats, attacks, discrimination, and violence during a march through the capital.
LGBTQ+ Community Safety
Incidents of violence and intimidation against LGBTQIA+ venues indicate a pressing need for enhanced protections and policies to safeguard these communities against discrimination and attacks.
Incidents of violence and intimidation against LGBTQIA+ venues indicate a pressing need for enhanced protections and policies to safeguard these communities against discrimination and attacks.
LGBTQ+ Concerns
“LGBTQIA+ venues are still being threatened, attacked, discriminated against, and subjected to violence and intimidation,” stated Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire during the march.
“LGBTQIA+ venues are still being threatened, attacked, discriminated against, and subjected to violence and intimidation,” stated Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire during the march.
Tens of thousands of people take to streets of Paris to march for Pride
Paris Mayor Emmanuel Grégoire, who leaded the march through the capital, highlighted some of the threats that the LGBTQ+ community is still facing, saying, “LGBTQIA+ venues are still being threatened, attacked, discriminated against, and subjected to violence and intimidation.”
Fernandes praises Ronaldo as Portugal seeks unity ahead of Norway match
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Get you up to speed: Fernandes hails Ronaldo and calls for Portugal unity ahead of Norway game
Cristiano Ronaldo withdrew from the Portugal squad after being informed by coach Jorge Jesus that he would not start in a Nations League match against Denmark, which Portugal won 4-2. Bruno Fernandes emphasised Ronaldo’s status as the team’s greatest symbol and called for unity among fans ahead of the upcoming game against Norway in Porto.
Portugal won their recent Nations League match against Denmark 4-2, with Cristiano Ronaldo not participating. Coach Jorge Jesus stated that discussions regarding Ronaldo’s future with the national team will take place after their upcoming match against Norway in Porto.
Bruno Fernandes emphasised Cristiano Ronaldo’s enduring status as Portugal’s “greatest symbol” and called for national unity amid mixed reactions from fans following Ronaldo’s withdrawal. Coach Jorge Jesus stated that he would focus on the upcoming match against Norway and indicated that discussions regarding Ronaldo’s future would take place after the game.
What remains unclear — It is uncertain how Cristiano Ronaldo’s walkout will affect his future with the national team.
Fernandes praises Ronaldo as Portugal seeks unity ahead of Norway match
Sport|FootballFernandes hails Ronaldo and calls for Portugal unity ahead of Norway game
Cristiano Ronaldo withdrew from the Portugal squad, but Bruno Fernandes says forward remains team’s ‘greatest symbol’.
Published On 3 Oct 20263 Oct 2026
Portugal playmaker Bruno Fernandes said Cristiano Ronaldo remains the country’s greatest footballing icon despite walking out on the squad this week after finding out he would not start a match.
The 41-year-old superstar said on Wednesday that he had left the team after coach Jorge Jesus said he would not start against Denmark in the Nations League, a match Portugal won 4-2 without him.
The former Real Madrid and Manchester United attacker’s future with the national team, for whom he is the leading goalscorer and most capped player, is in doubt after his walkout.
“Regarding Cristiano, I had a conversation with him, and what I told him, and what I repeat here, is this – the most important thing is that, regardless of what happens, Cristiano Ronaldo will never cease to be the greatest symbol of our national team, of our football, and of the country, for what he has done not only in Portugal but throughout the world,” Fernandes told reporters on Saturday.
Manchester United midfielder Fernandes called for unity after a tumultuous few days in which Portugal fans’ opinions have been split over Ronaldo’s decision.
“He has a reserved place not only among the best of all time, but also in the hearts of all Portuguese people and the most important thing is that we stop dividing things,” said Fernandes.
“There are no divisions in the national team, it is one and will remain so, despite any noise that may come from outside…
“We are outside of this controversy, but what I ask is that the country does not divide itself, does not make choices, that it respects all sides, but, at the same time, Cris is and will be the biggest icon of our national team, he deserves everyone’s respect, regardless of who likes him more or (who likes him) less.”
Portugal beat Norway and Denmark away from home without Ronaldo starting and face Norway again on Sunday.
Coach Jesus said Ronaldo was a “symbol of Portugal” and said there would be time to speak about him after Sunday’s game in Porto.
“I’m going to focus on the team, on the opponent which is Norway, one of the five best teams in Europe. That’s the problem right now,” said the 72-year-old coach.
Ontario air ambulance with six on board reported missing off U.S. coast
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Get you up to speed: Ontario-based air ambulance carrying 6 missing off U.S. coast
The Federal Aviation Administration issued a Search and Rescue Alert for a Gulfstream G-100 at 1:20 a.m. Saturday. No further details about the incident or its location have been provided.
The Search and Rescue Alert was initiated by the Federal Aviation Administration in response to the Gulfstream G-100 incident. Further details about the airline’s operational status and any potential recovery efforts remain undisclosed.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) confirmed it has issued a Search and Rescue Alert for a Gulfstream G-100, which took place around 1:20 a.m. on Saturday. The agency will continue to assess the situation as rescue efforts proceed.
What remains unclear — The circumstances that led to the issuance of the Search and Rescue Alert for the Gulfstream G-100 are not detailed.
Ontario air ambulance with six on board reported missing off U.S. coast
The Federal Aviation Administration told WTX News in a statement it issued a Search and Rescue Alert for a Gulfstream G-100 around 1:20 a.m. Saturday.
Inside ICE’s increased deportation actions ahead of midterm elections
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents were observed attempting to arrest a man. This operation took place amid increased scrutiny of ICE ahead of the November midterm elections.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conducted an operation to arrest a man in the midst of heightened scrutiny ahead of the November midterm elections. No further details regarding the specific location or the number of agents involved in the operation have been disclosed.
Immigration and Customs Enforcement faces heightened scrutiny as it continues its operations in the lead-up to the midterm elections, prompting calls from political figures for more oversight. Critics are expected to advocate for reforms aimed at increasing transparency and accountability within the agency.
What remains unclear — It is not specified how the upcoming midterm elections may impact ICE’s operations or public perception.
Inside ICE’s increased deportation actions ahead of midterm elections
Camilo Montoya-Galvez observed Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents as they went to arrest a man. This comes as ICE has come under renewed scrutiny, a month away from November’s midterm elections.
Firefighter injured as protests escalate across France amid school unrest
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Get you up to speed: Firefighter is engulfed in flames as France rocked by school protests | News World
A firefighter was engulfed in flames during protests in France, but managed to run to safety. Demonstrations have occurred in multiple cities, including Paris, Bordeaux, Lyon, and Lille, amid tensions surrounding anticipated government spending cuts.
As of now, more than 400 schools remain closed due to ongoing protests, while casualties include a total of 200 injuries reported during the demonstrations. Paris Police Prefecture has initiated legal action against mayor Bally Bagayoko, citing allegations of incitement to commit a crime.
French President Emmanuel Macron condemned the violence associated with the ongoing protests while acknowledging the challenges faced by high schools. Paris Police Prefecture has lodged a complaint against Bally Bagayoko, mayor of Saint-Denis, for “incitement to commit a crime,” amid escalating tensions and planned government budget cuts.
What remains unclear — The extent of injuries and damage resulting from the ongoing protests has not been fully detailed by officials.
Firefighter injured as protests escalate across France amid school unrest
Fireball: Social media post shows moment firefighter is engulfed by flames (TikTok)
Horrifying footage shows the moment a firefighter was engulfed by flames during protests in France.
He is engulfed in flames but is able to run to safety.
The protests come as the French government is set to unveil its 2027 budget on Thursday, with heavy spending cuts anticipated.
Demonstrations against the cuts have been taking place in Paris, Bordeaux, Lyon and Lille, with many young people blocking entrance to schools.
Masked: French high school students take part in nationwide protests (REUTERS)
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France’s education minister Edouard Geffray said 200 people in total had been injured in the demonstrations, while interior minister Laurent Nunez said 440 people, mostly minors, were arrested over the high school protests on Tuesday alone.
He said there were seven incidents in which people threw hydrochloric acid at police.
French president Emmanuel Macron has criticised the violence but said that difficulties in high schools should be acknowledged.
Violence: A police officer at protests in Saint-Denis is shown bleeding from an injury (Shutterstock)
‘High schools are meant to be open and to share knowledge. They are not meant to be blockaded or to have trash cans set on fire,’ he said.
Bally Bagayoko, mayor of Paris suburb Saint-Denis, sparked outrage after being shown dancing with demonstrators outside a school.
Blaze: Protesters set fire to bins in front of Le Corbusier secondary school in Aubervilliers, North of Paris (Shutterstock)
Politicians from France Unbowed, led by presidential candidate Jean-Luc Mélenchon, have been leading several of the protests.
Paris Police Prefecture has filed a complaint against Mr Bagayoko for ‘incitement to commit a crime’.
Fury: Mayor Bagayoko danced with demonstrators
Protester Gamze, a 17-year-old student in Saint-Denis, said she was protesting because students in the working-class suburb were treated unfairly.
‘It’s always us… who are suffering when, in Paris or in the countryside, they’re not in such a situation,’ she told Reuters.
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