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Béziers mayor Robert Ménard is facing justice in Montpellier after refusing to marry an Algerian man who was subject to an removal order (OQTF). His case has drawn support from politicians including David Lisnard and Bruno Retailleau, and comparisons are being drawn to a similar case involving the former mayor of Chessy. Separately, Montpellier's administrative tribunal rejected Rémi Gaillard's challenge to municipal election results, with the candidate planning to take the matter to the Conseil d'Etat.

In Italy, former Democratic Party minister Rosy Bindi has called on PD leader Elly Schlein and Five Star leader Giuseppe Conte to show 'an act of generosity' and agree on Massimo D'Agostini-era veteran Pier Luigi Bersani as a shared candidate, then unite behind him for the campaign. The appeal fuels ongoing debate over opposition unity ahead of upcoming votes, with other centre-left figures also returning to the spotlight.

Italian opposition leaders are discussing a shared primary process to pick a single centre-left candidate for the next election. la Repubblica reports a secret meeting between Elly Schlein and Giuseppe Conte produced agreement on coalition primaries, while Conte says he is open to a third name but claims his proposal was rejected. Matteo Renzi says he would back Conte if he wins the primaries. Commenters on the right attack Conte's wealth tax stance, and some argue the strategy leans too far left to win moderate voters.

Roberto Gualtieri, the mayor of Rome and former economy minister, is being discussed in Italy amid debate over how the centre-left chooses its candidates. A commentator writing in il Giornale criticised a two-round primary system and said he would not back party leader Elly Schlein's preferred route, putting Gualtieri's position and ambitions back in the conversation.

Italian politics is dominated by centre-right manoeuvring. A new SWG poll for La7 shows Giorgia Meloni's standing strong, with Elly Schlein scoring worse than Roberto Vannacci. Ahead of Milan's municipal elections, Matteo Salvini has called for a League primary to pick the mayoral candidate, but Forzia Italia has pushed back, telling the League to run alone if it wants.

Italian media are discussing the country's electoral law ahead of an upcoming vote. Commentators, including la Repubblica's Annalisa Cuzzocrea, are asking whether Italians will go to the polls under a law that critics call unconstitutional, while Il Foglio points to legal challenges from what it calls the forgetful. Opposition leader Elly Schlein has meanwhile attacked Giorgia Meloni, saying she is doing nothing for Italians. Preparations and security for polling day are also being discussed.

Actress Bella Ramsey is drawing attention after comments about her new leading role in The Last of Us, the HBO adaptation of the acclaimed video game. Ramsey, who stars as Ellie alongside Pedro Pascal, spoke about taking on a more central position in the story as the series moves forward, prompting discussion among fans about what comes next for the character.

Japanese actress and model Ellie Toyama (豊田エリー) is drawing attention online, ranking among top search trends in Japan. Details of the specific reason for the spike are limited, but her name is circulating widely across Japanese news and social media, with entertainment outlets such as Sponichi Annex among the sources being shared.

Ruth Ellis, the last woman to be executed in Britain, was hanged in 1955 for the shooting of her lover David Blakely. Seventy years after her death, her family has finally placed a headstone on her grave, marking a long-delayed moment of recognition and closure for relatives who have campaigned to remember her.

Tufts University's Student Services has introduced a new AI assistant named Ellie, according to the Tufts Daily. The tool is intended to help students with questions and support requests. Details on its features, rollout timeline and student reactions have not yet been widely reported.

High school students, parents of pupils, university students and the education trade union inter-union have called a demonstration in Montpellier on Tuesday, October 13. The march is set to leave Place Albert 1er at 1pm. The protest groups school and university communities with education unions, suggesting shared demands over education policy.

Wakefield Trinity coach Daryl Powell has admitted the club 'got a bit of stick' after chairman Matt Ellis made bold comments about contesting the World Club Challenge. The suggestion that the Super League side could face the NRL champions drew scepticism from fans and pundits, and Powell has now acknowledged the criticism while addressing the remarks publicly.

A reader in Australia says a copy of The Shards by Bret Easton Ellis, received as a birthday present, may slip down their to-be-read list after a sudden urge to reread Bram Stoker's Dracula. They note the seasonal timing makes a gothic reread tempting, whatever the local weather says.

Leon Johnson, previously a partner at Goodwin and Kirkland & Ellis, is launching Omnilex, an AI-native law firm arm. The move points to growing interest in restructuring legal practice around artificial intelligence, with observers watching whether AI-first models can deliver legal services at lower cost and greater speed than traditional firms.

A new entry numbered 118, titled 'Brenda Weischer' by Christina Holevas, has been published under the Habiter series and shared by Warren Ellis. The piece is being discussed in fashion circles, though the exact content of the feature and the reason for the current attention are not detailed.

Stade Français prepare to host Montpellier in a French Top 14 rugby match, with attention on how Paris will break down Montpellier's physical defence. Rugbyrama highlights the challenge, quoting that the basics will be winning collisions against the Montpellier wall.

Filmmaker Luca Guadagnino has reportedly abandoned his planned remake of 'American Psycho,' the 2000 cult classic adapted from Bret Easton Ellis's novel. The project had drawn attention as a high-profile reimagining. Separately, horror director Mike Flanagan has floated an idea for a 'Jaws' sequel. Both stories circulated widely among film fans and commentators.

Author Bret Easton Ellis says actors have turned down the chance to play Patrick Bateman, the 'American Psycho' character made famous by Christian Bale. Ellis suggests some passed on the part because they did not want to follow Bale's iconic performance, saying they 'don't want to be in the shoes of Christian Bale'. The remarks are renewing interest in the 2000 film and Bale's acclaimed turn as the Wall Street serial killer.

Sky News has lined up Defence Secretary Wes Streeting, shadow chancellor Ellie Griffiths (GriffithA) and General Sir Richard Barrons for this Sunday's edition of Sunday Morning with Ruth Davidson, airing at 8.30am on Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview 233 and YouTube. The mix of a senior Cabinet minister, a shadow chancellor and a former senior military figure points to expected discussion of defence policy and the economy.

Perry Ellis, the American fashion brand, is being profiled as a label redefining American style. The coverage highlights the brand's place in contemporary American fashion and its evolving identity. Details on specific collections, designers, or business moves driving the renewed attention are not provided.

Former Arkansas Razorbacks, including rookie Boogie Acuff-era standout El Ellis-style guards, got playing time for their NBA teams during weekend preseason games. The rookies used the exhibition minutes to compete for rotation spots ahead of the regular season, drawing attention from Arkansas basketball fans tracking how the program's recent graduates are faring at the professional level.

Investigative journalist Nellie Bly feigned insanity in 1887 to get herself committed to the New York City Lunatic Asylum on Blackwell's Island, then published a firsthand account exposing brutal conditions and neglect of patients. Her reporting led to reforms and increased funding. The story is being widely shared again as a striking example of early undercover journalism.

Joe H. Kent of Sudan, Texas has died, according to an obituary notice published through Ellis Funeral Home in Sudan. The notice, dated 2026, records the death of the local resident and directs family and friends to the funeral home for service details. Beyond the announcement itself, no further information about Kent's life, age, or cause of death is provided.

The Johnson County Commission in Wyoming has decided to send a letter to the Wyoming Game and Fish Department regarding the Ellis wildlife habitat. The letter follows county discussion of the habitat area, though details of the commission's position have not been released. Local residents are watching for what the county will ask the state agency to do about the site.

A commentary in America Magazine draws a contrast between earlier generations of immigrants, who entered the United States legally through Ellis Island, and migrants today, who have no comparable legal pathway. The argument is fueling debate over whether the US immigration system has closed off the lawful routes that previous newcomers relied on.