Thursday, 12 November 2026today, still filling

Firefighter Lorna Dodd from Haworth is competing at the Duathlon World Championships in Abu Dhabi this weekend, despite being diagnosed with coronary vasospasms a year ago. She collapsed while running three years before her diagnosis. Dodd won silver at last year's championships in Spain and has raised over £3,000 for this weekend's trip, with donations also supporting three heart charities.

A 68-year-old man and 65-year-old woman were critically injured when their black Triumph motorcycle lost control on Toodyay Road in Gidgegannup near Perth at about 6.45pm on Wednesday. The man was taken by ambulance to Royal Perth Hospital and the woman was airlifted to the same hospital. Police are appealing for witnesses.

Cam Schlittler was the unanimous choice to win the American League Cy Young Award on Wednesday night, becoming the second New York Yankees pitcher to receive the honour in the last four years. The 25-year-old went 14-6 with an AL-leading 1.95 ERA. Gerrit Cole won the award with the Yankees in 2023.

Chery Motor Australia has begun a precautionary recall of certain Omoda 5 small SUVs over a potential rear axle fault identified in overseas markets. The issue affects vehicles with rear axle components manufactured between 11 January 2023 and 31 December 2023. The company states that welds on certain assemblies produced by a particular supplier may have insufficient strength and could crack or tear in extreme cases, potentially reducing structural integrity and increasing accident risk. No cases of the fault have been reported in Australia. Affected owners will be contacted and advised to have their vehicles inspected at authorised dealers, with affected axle assemblies replaced free of charge.

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors reports that housing market outlook has deteriorated to its weakest level in more than three years. A net balance of 17% of property professionals expect sales to fall rather than rise over the next 12 months, with higher mortgage rates weighing on buyer demand. New buyer inquiries and agreed sales are both falling, whilst house prices are expected to continue declining.

A Santander UK survey found that 71% of adults faced an unexpected bill in the previous 12 months, costing an average of £535. To cope, 36% asked family or friends for support, 35% turned to credit, and 51% lived with problems they could not afford to fix. More than two-fifths said they felt unprepared for surprise expenses.

King Charles and Sir Elton John have recorded a special episode of Rocket Hour, airing on the King's 78th birthday on Saturday. The pair discussed their favourite music performances that have supported The King's Trust over its 50-year history, from Wembley Arena rock galas in the 1980s to Hyde Park concerts and Royal Albert Hall charity shows. The episode highlights artists including Muse, Raye and Skye Newman who have been supported by the trust.

The Committee of Advertising Practice has issued an enforcement notice forbidding sunbed advertisements from claiming they are safe or can help treat medical conditions. The watchdog is concerned that such claims could encourage people to use sunbeds believing they offer health benefits, or discourage them from seeking appropriate medical treatment. The NHS and Cancer Research UK state there is no safe way to get a tan using UV radiation. Advertisers have until 7 December to remove misleading claims or face swift action.

The Arizona Cardinals have named rookie Carson Beck as their starting quarterback, replacing Gardner Minshew II, who is out for the season with an ulnar ligament injury and will undergo surgery. Beck, a third-round draft pick from Miami and Georgia, will make his first regular-season start against the Los Angeles Rams on Sunday. Head coach Mike LaFleur expressed confidence in Beck, saying 'we have all the confidence he's ready to roll'.