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The debut of SNL UK is drawing attention for a cold open parodying the ongoing rift between Prince William and Prince Harry, with the sketch jokingly referring to Meghan Markle as 'the woman from Suits'. Outlets including Page Six, Deadline and Yahoo News UK are covering the sketch, which uses the brothers' long-running feud for comedy as the new British version of Saturday Night Live launches.

Italian media report that Chiara Ferragni's decision to skip an appearance on Verissimo dates back to January and does not signal any friction with host Silvia Toffanin. The clarification came after speculation that the influencer's withdrawal reflected tension with the programme. Commentators note the fee issue was settled months ago, defusing talk of a falling-out between Ferragni and the Mediaset talk show.

Former Iranian foreign minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has publicly asked whether the country's foreign policy is led by diplomats or by the Quds Force, the elite foreign arm of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. His pointed challenge has unsettled Iran's conservative establishment, exposing internal divisions over who really shapes Tehran's regional strategy and diplomacy.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have made a public visit to Nottingham, drawing attention amid ongoing tensions with the royal family. Reports say the couple's appearance comes as coverage continues of their Christmas plans and estrangement from the royal household. Commentators are watching whether the visit signals a softer public approach or a step back toward royal-adjacent duties.

A new documentary about Princess Diana is being planned to mark the 30th anniversary of her death in 1997. A memorial ceremony is also being prepared, and reports suggest it could offer a moment of reconciliation between Princes William and Harry, whose rift has deepened since her passing. Audiences across Europe and beyond are following the coverage closely.

The United States and the European Union are at odds over Washington's full-scale sanctions targeting the International Criminal Court. The dispute highlights a growing transatlantic rift over the Hague-based court, with the EU defending the institution while the US pursues punitive measures against it.

Tatiana Clouthier has publicly broken ranks with Morena, asking that Clara Luz Flores be stripped of her candidacy. The demand from a prominent party figure adds to pressure around Flores's bid, and the dispute is drawing wide attention in Mexico as debate grows over the party's handling of her nomination.

Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has said he and former first minister Nicola Sturgeon remain friends despite criticism exchanged during the election campaign. Swinney's comments come amid ongoing tensions around the SNP following scrutiny linked to Nicola Sturgeon and her husband Peter Murrell, and they underline his attempt to play down reports of a rift between the two most senior figures in the party.

The United Kingdom, Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Japan and the Netherlands have jointly condemned US sanctions against the International Criminal Court, reaffirming their support for the court and its independence. The statement puts close American allies at odds with Washington over its punitive measures targeting the Hague-based tribunal, and is drawing wide attention across European and international media.

Movimiento Sumar has called on Comuns, Más Madrid and IU to settle, discreetly, their dispute over electoral lists for Madrid and Barcelona. The item is associated with Verónica Barbero, the Sumar figure driving the message. The dispute concerns who will head the coalition's candidacies in Spain's two biggest cities, with Sumar pressing its partners to avoid a public rift.

An editorial in The Korea Times argues that South Korea and Ukraine need to work out their diplomatic disagreement, warning that a prolonged spat between Seoul and Kyiv would serve neither side's interests. The piece calls on both governments to engage in dialogue and settle their differences through diplomacy rather than escalation.

Ukraine says it will continue attacks on Russian oil infrastructure, even as a diesel fuel deal with the United States moves forward. Kyiv's position signals that strikes on Russia's energy sector remain a core part of its war strategy, potentially complicating cooperation with Washington on energy arrangements tied to the conflict.

The United Auto Workers is working to reassert its political influence in Michigan, a state long central to the union's power, but the effort is complicated by internal divisions within the organization. Multiple national outlets are covering the tension between the union's external political ambitions and its internal rifts. The story highlights questions about whether the union can still deliver votes and shape state politics as it once did.

Family estrangement is in the spotlight as commentary asks whether broken family relationships can be repaired and what might help. The discussion points to reconciliation between estranged relatives as a possible path forward, a topic that resonates with many families dealing with long-standing rifts between parents, children, or siblings.

Boston Celtics stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown have reunited, and their reportedly cold, awkward interaction is fueling fan speculation of a real rift between the two teammates. NBA fans are debating whether genuine bad blood exists between the pair, with some suggesting a 'real NBA beef' could resurface and affect the team's chemistry going forward.

Wynonna Judd has spoken publicly about a rift with her half-sister, actress Ashley Judd, drawing attention after headlines paired the story with a profile of Chad Lowe's family life. The Judd sisters have had a strained relationship in recent years, and Wynonna's comments have revived interest in the family's tensions. Readers are reacting to the rare public acknowledgment of the rift between the two daughters of Naomi Judd.

LeBron James has made his preseason debut for the Philadelphia 76ers, drawing wide attention across multiple countries. He impressed in the game against the Nets, throwing a no-look pass to VJ Edgecombe for a dunk, but the Sixers lost the outing in Philadelphia, with Israeli players Wolf and Ben Saraf on the opposing side. The NBA is also in the news over a Mavericks event tied to a reported healing of the league's rift with China.

The Arctic Council assembly has exposed differences between North American and European members over how to balance security, development and climate priorities in the polar region. Growing military interest in the Arctic and competing energy and environmental agendas are straining cooperation. Observers say the rifts highlight how geopolitics is complicating a forum long built on consensus.

The UK government says it will continue imposing sanctions on Russia and work with partners to ensure Ukraine receives the military and financial assistance it needs. London stressed that pressure on Moscow will not ease even if the US moves ahead with a deal between Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin, signalling a possible rift in Western strategy toward the war.

Former India opener Wasim Jaffer has claimed that Virat Kohli's retirement from Test cricket was driven by bitterness, saying the batter had actually been preparing for the upcoming tour of England when he announced his decision. Kohli's exit from the longest format ahead of a major five-Test series in England has fuelled ongoing debate about his reasons, with Jaffer's remarks adding to speculation about a rift with team management or selectors.

Cristiano Ronaldo has published an unexpected post about the Portugal national team following reports of a falling-out, according to German outlet BILD. The message is drawing attention because it hints at his stance after the widely reported clash with the national setup, and fans are debating what it means for his international future.

US Vice President JD Vance has rejected a proposal that would allow executions to be livestreamed, while President Donald Trump has so far not commented on the plan. The proposal has drawn attention for its unusual nature, and the split between the vice president's clear opposition and the president's silence is being noted by observers tracking the administration's response.

An AP-KFF poll finds Trump's immigration crackdown is dividing rural voters as the midterm elections approach. Immigration has long served as a demographic lifeline for rural America, which has been losing young adults for years, and most rural voters recognize the economic importance of immigrants to their communities, creating tension with the administration's hardline enforcement agenda.

Eight countries — Canada, Denmark, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the Netherlands and one other — have jointly condemned a United States threat to impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court. The joint statement signals pushback from close American allies against US pressure on the Hague-based court, which has pursued cases touching on American and Israeli officials.

Cristiano Ronaldo will not return to the Portugal national team for as long as the current coach remains in charge, according to sources speaking to ESPN. The report suggests a rift between the record-scoring captain and the coaching staff, raising questions about his international future ahead of upcoming fixtures.