John Prideaux, our US editor, considers the politics of the crowd versus the police

Voters will decide whether the state can respond to Texas’ gerrymandering and eliminate up to five GOP-held seats in the state ahead of the 2026 midterms.

If Californians vote in favor of the measure on Nov. 4, the number of Republicans in California’s House — nine of 52 total members — would likely be cut in half.

* Borthwick has highlighted entering rucks from the side * Wilson denies Wallabies use dangerous or illegal tactics Australia’s captain, Harry Wilson, has rejected a claim made on the eve of their clash with England that the Wallabies use illegal breakdown tactics. The Daily Telegraph reported that England head coach, Steve Borthwick, has highlighted Australia’s alleged ploy of deliberately entering rucks from the side when he met referee Nika Amashukeli before Saturday’s Twickenham showdown. Player welfare concerns were also raised over the tourists’ approach to clear-outs. Continue reading...

Mr. Means quietly departed his federal role about a month ago. His sister has been nominated for surgeon general.

A Halloween screening doesn’t have to mean being scared witless. From serene sushi-making to a shell with shoes on, we run down the finest films for those of a nervous disposition