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Today: Andy Burnham’s Brexit reset would mean Britain adopting a new EU regulation every 12 hours, Nvidia’s former CEO Jensen Huang faces allegations of three affairs including one with a suspected Chinese spy, Rod Stewart confronted Russell Brand at the GQ Awards over claims about his daughter, Lisa Maxwell’s daughter Beau Jessup dies at Columbia University, and Quality Street sweets now contain palm oil instead of milk chocolate and real fruit. Your briefing for Friday 13 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:27) Burnham’s EU reset costs(01:33) Nvidia CEO affairs and spy claims(02:25) Rod Stewart confronts Russell Brand(03:37) Lisa Maxwell’s daughter dies in New York(04:25) Quality Street sweets declineAndy Burnham’s Brexit reset means 780 new EU laws yearlyAndy Burnham’s plan for a Brexit reset would require Britain to adopt a new EU regulation every 12 hours, according to a parliamentary committee. That’s at least 780 new pieces of EU law annually, with limited UK influence over their content. The committee questioned Treasury claims about the benefits, highlighting unaccounted costs to businesses. If the UK rejoins the EU’s electricity market, energy bills could rise.Jensen Huang’s third affair at Nvidia linked to Chinese spyJensen Huang, former CEO of Nvidia, is facing scrutiny after reports of a third affair with a colleague, Alice Huang, suspected by US officials of being a Chinese spy. This follows news of his relationship with Kimberly Powell, Nvidia’s vice president of healthcare. Huang, married to Lori since 1985, allegedly helped send Nvidia chips to Beijing after US export bans. He stepped down earlier this week, with reports that Nvidia’s board moved to oust him.Rod Stewart forced Russell Brand to backtrack at GQ AwardsSir Rod Stewart confronted Russell Brand at the 2006 GQ Men of the Year Awards after Brand claimed on stage he’d slept with Stewart’s daughter, Kimberly. Brand said he’d only taken Kimberly out for one evening, but Stewart pressed him about his behaviour. Brand insisted he never touched her, and Stewart confirmed that was correct, making clear he wouldn’t tolerate boasting about his daughter in public.Lisa Maxwell’s daughter Beau Jessup dies at Columbia UniversityBeau Jessup, the only child of British actress Lisa Maxwell and her husband Paul Jessup, died unexpectedly at age twenty-seven while studying journalism at Columbia University in New York. Beau was set to graduate next May and had previously earned an early fortune with a Chinese naming business before moving to the US. Lisa Maxwell, known for Loose Women and The Bill, had recently posted her pride in Beau’s achievements.Quality Street now packed with palm oil and no real fruitQuality Street sweets, once known for milk chocolate and real fruit like strawberries, apricots, and coconut, now list sugar as the top ingredient and contain no real fruit. Boxes still claim strawberry and coconut flavours. Palm oil, controversial for its saturated fat and role in ultra-processed foods, is now a major ingredient. Industry experts say palm oil doesn’t belong in chocolate, but it’s become standard.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today: a second male celebrity with multiple alleged victims is protected by an injunction after David Walliams was unmasked, Sean Lock’s public clashes with Russell Brand and Walliams resurface as broadcasters face scrutiny, the Princess of Wales Kate opens up about her cancer recovery in Prince William’s Country Life issue, Pete Hegseth and Pentagon officials are reprimanded at Arlington National Cemetery, plus Sara Jane Osborn’s sighting of a giant UFO with tentacles near Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska. Your briefing for Thursday 12 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:25) Second celebrity gagging order(01:22) Sean Lock challenged Brand and Walliams(02:21) Kate cancer recovery interview(03:02) Pete Hegseth reprimanded at Arlington(04:15) Giant UFO spotted in AlaskaSecond celebrity with multiple victims granted gagging orderA second high-profile male celebrity is reportedly protected by a strict injunction preventing media from naming him or reporting further details about alleged sexual misconduct. This follows David Walliams being unmasked after accusations of grooming teenagers as young as fifteen. Both men are said to have multiple victims and have secured legal orders forbidding coverage, even as one alleged victim is willing to go public.Sean Lock called out David Walliams and Russell BrandSean Lock was known for openly challenging Russell Brand and David Walliams, describing Brand as self-serving and expressing concern about his daughters bringing home someone like Brand. On 8 Out of 10 Cats, Lock was unimpressed by Walliams’ joke about Michael Jackson and children, remaining blank-faced as the audience laughed.Kate opens up about cancer recovery in Country Life issueThe Princess of Wales Kate spoke candidly about her cancer recovery in a rare interview for Prince William’s guest-edited Country Life issue. Kate appeared in a portrait by Josh Shinner, standing beside a tree in autumn sunlight, symbolising her lifelong love for nature. She described recovery as non-linear, with good and bad days, drawing hope from nature’s lessons and emphasising the importance of trusted people and peaceful places during difficult times.Pete Hegseth and Pentagon staff scolded at Tomb of the Unknown SoldierDuring the Veterans Day ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, his wife Jennifer, and chief of staff Ricky Buria were reprimanded for laughing near the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. A US Army sentinel in ceremonial Old Guard uniform called out to remind the group to maintain silence and respect. The Pentagon said the department continues to honour military personnel and that the soldier’s reminder was correct and respectful.Giant UFO with dangling tentacles hovers near US military baseSara Jane Osborn spotted a giant, jellyfish-like UFO hovering near Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Alaska while photographing a rainbow. She described the dark object as having dangling tentacles that moved independently as it turned and hovered in the evening sky. The UFO appeared much larger than a nearby aircraft, and after searching the area, Osborn and her husband found no sign of a kite or drone.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today: David Walliams is named as the celebrity facing sexual assault allegations and a gag order after accusations from a 15-year-old girl, Meghan Markle appears in Brussels with Prince Harry following her father's arrest and skips the child online safety speech, Kemi Badenoch unveils plans to cut £36billion from the welfare bill targeting ADHD and mental health claims, Mark Fairweather blames Johnson & Johnson talcum powder for his wife's ovarian cancer, plus veteran air hostesses reveal how alcohol triggers abuse at Gatwick and on flights. Your briefing for Wednesday 11 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:27) David Walliams sexual assault allegations(01:27) Meghan Markle seen in Brussels(02:40) Kemi Badenoch welfare cuts plan(03:57) Talcum powder cancer lawsuit(04:46) Air hostess abuse and alcoholDavid Walliams named in gag order case over sexual assault claimsDavid Walliams, known for Little Britain and Britain's Got Talent, was named as the celebrity who tried to block publication of allegations that he sexually assaulted a 15-year-old girl and targeted other teenagers. Walliams sought a gag order, arguing disclosure would drive him to suicide. The revelations follow Russel Brand's rape conviction.Meghan Markle appears in Brussels after Thomas Markle Sr. arrestMeghan Markle was seen entering the European Parliament in Brussels holding Prince Harry's hand, her first public appearance since allegations against her father Thomas Markle Sr. surfaced. Meghan did not join Harry for his keynote speech on child online safety, with reports saying she's not strong enough emotionally to speak.Kemi Badenoch unveils £36billion welfare cuts targeting ADHD and mental healthKemi Badenoch announced plans to cut nearly £36billion from the welfare bill, arguing young people diagnosed with ADHD should be encouraged to work rather than claim benefits. She cited examples of double amputees running marathons and people with autism leading tech companies.Mark Fairweather blames Johnson & Johnson talcum powder for wife's ovarian cancerMark Fairweather lost his wife Eva to advanced ovarian cancer at age sixty-three, despite her never smoking or drinking. He believes her regular use of Johnson & Johnson's talcum powder contributed to her illness. Over three thousand people in the UK are now taking legal action against the company, claiming the powder caused ovarian cancer or mesothelioma between 1965 and 2023. The case is before the High Court.Veteran air hostess reveals alcohol triggers abuse at Gatwick and on flightsVeteran cabin crew are trained to handle abusive passengers, including those who mix alcohol with prescription medication. A Unite survey found nearly three-quarters of workers at Gatwick are verbally abused every month and two in five report physical abuse, mostly triggered by alcohol at altitude. Crew monitor passengers closely after drinks are served, watching for signs of trouble and intervening when necessary.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Today's episode was curated by Jake Holden, a Daily Mail journalist. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today: Russell Brand begins a ten-and-a-half-year prison sentence for rape and assault, Andy Burnham backs the Mail's carers campaign, Ground Force star Tommy Walsh dies aged 69 after a long illness, England's schools will require pupils to hand in phones from next September, plus Welcome Break Rotherham on the M1 is named Britain's best motorway service station. Your briefing for Tuesday 10 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:26) Russell Brand jailed for rape(01:36) Andy Burnham on dementia care(02:55) Tommy Walsh dies aged 69(03:49) Pupils to hand in phones(04:53) Britain’s best motorway servicesRussell Brand sentenced to 10½ years for rapeRussell Brand has been jailed for ten and a half years after being convicted of raping one woman and assaulting three others between 2004 and 2009. The judge said Brand used his celebrity status to target women and showed no emotion as the sentence was handed down. Police are investigating new abuse claims following the conviction.Andy Burnham reveals family dementia care struggleAndy Burnham has described the strain his mother Eileen faced while caring for his father Roy, who had dementia. Burnham said his family focused on his father's decline and missed how much his mother was struggling, admitting they waited too long before moving Roy into a care home.Ground Force star Tommy Walsh dies at 69Tommy Walsh, builder and TV personality best known for Ground Force, has died aged 69 after a long illness. Walsh became a household name alongside Alan Titchmarsh and Charlie Dimmock, with the show reaching twelve million viewers at its peak. Schools in England to ban pupil phones from 2025From September next year, all schools in England will require pupils to hand in their phones at the start of the day. The Department for Education says the new guidance will make phones completely inaccessible during school hours, ending the previous 'not seen, not heard' policy. Education Secretary Lucy Powell said this is a major step towards phone-free schools. Only one in six secondary pupils said existing rules were always followed, so the change aims to close that gap.Welcome Break Rotherham tops UK motorway services pollWelcome Break Rotherham on the M1 has been named Britain’s best motorway service station, topping the Transport Focus poll with a 99 percent satisfaction score. The site was praised for its electric vehicle charging, children’s play area, outdoor gym for HGV drivers and Changing Places accessible toilet. The survey covered nearly 37,000 visitors and ranked Rugby, Sawtry, Sarn Park in Wales and Kinross in Scotland in the top five. Overall satisfaction at UK motorway services reached 95 percent.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today: Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang admits to cheating on his wife with Alice Huang, now suspected of being a Chinese spy, as the White House and Nvidia’s board respond. Dementia carers across the UK face a postcode lottery, with County Durham, Brent and Shropshire named. Andy Burnham’s new EU deal draws fire from Priti Patel and Lisa Nandy faces criticism, plus Donald Trump challenges Vice President JD Vance over Iran war comments and top chefs warn what not to order at your local pub. Your briefing for Monday 9 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:25) Nvidia CEO admits affair with 'spy'(01:39) Dementia carers face postcode lottery(02:45) Andy Burnham’s EU deal criticised(03:48) Trump and Vance split on Iran war(04:52) Pub classics chefs say to avoidNvidia boss Jensen Huang admits affair with suspected Chinese spyNvidia CEO Jensen Huang has admitted to cheating on his wife Lori Huang with Alice Huang, who is now suspected of being a Chinese spy. Jensen Huang told staff he’d hurt his wife and children and said there was no excuse for his actions. Surveillance footage showed Alice Huang allegedly delivering information to Beijing, prompting a US government investigation. Nvidia’s board says there’s no evidence national security or company secrets were compromised but is reviewing the facts.UK dementia carers’ quality of life varies by postcodeA new survey reveals dementia carers in the UK face a postcode lottery, with quality-of-life scores highest in County Durham and lowest in Brent and Shropshire. Carers provide more than a hundred hours of care each week, often losing friendships, hobbies and careers. On average, dementia carers score 7.1 out of 12, slightly worse than other carers. Alzheimer’s Society says unpaid carers are sacrificing their wellbeing, with financial pressure and isolation as key factors.Andy Burnham’s new EU deal sparks Brexit rowAndy Burnham faces criticism after describing his new EU deal as the start of plans for closer ties with Europe. He promises to cut red tape on food imports and exports with a deal to be unveiled at a summit on 20 November, saying it could ease supermarket prices. Former Home Secretary Priti Patel says Burnham is unelected and has no mandate for these negotiations.Donald Trump challenges JD Vance on Iran war stancePresident Donald Trump says his relationship with Vice President JD Vance remains strong despite Vance blaming the Iran war for Republican losses in the midterms. Trump said many were upset with Vance’s criticism but he was not. Trump challenged Vance to answer whether he would still support going to war with Iran, saying he stands by the decision as necessary to stop Iran developing a nuclear weapon.Top chefs warn against fish and chips on SundayTop chefs including Oliver Wadham and John Sparks warn against ordering certain pub classics. Wadham says fish and chips on a Sunday is poor quality, while Sparks cautions that uniform scampi pieces without tails are likely reformed offcuts, not real langoustine. Menus listing ‘whole tail’ are a green flag. Chefs also say Scotch eggs should be freshly prepared, not mass-produced.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today: Russell Brand is found guilty of raping a 21-year-old fan at his Hampstead mansion after a Hammersmith Apollo show, Pete Hegseth faces impeachment threats after Republican midterm losses and the Iran war, the Citibank shooter Jacob Pearson kills LeAnne Selman over a $2,500 debt in Florida, a mother dies in a São Luís hotel window fall and Asador Etxebarri in Spain tops the world’s 50 best restaurants. Your briefing for Friday 6 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:24) Russell Brand guilty of rape(01:38) Pete Hegseth impeachment threats(02:40) Citibank Florida shooting motive(03:47) Hotel window death in Brazil(04:38) World’s 50 best restaurants 2026Russell Brand found guilty of rape and faces further chargesRussell Brand has been found guilty of raping a 21-year-old fan and sexually assaulting three other women, with the rape taking place at his Hampstead mansion after a 2009 Hammersmith Apollo show. The court heard Brand targeted victims using his celebrity status and acted with violent intent. His wife Laura Gallacher was present at the trial and broke down as the verdict was read.Pete Hegseth faces impeachment after Iran war and midterm lossesPete Hegseth, Secretary of War, faces two impeachment threats following Republican defeats in the midterm elections and his role in the Iran war, which President Donald Trump now says voters have rejected. Republican Thomas Massie is planning a House vote, while Democrats prepare their own effort as they take control of Congress. Hegseth, seen as the architect of the Iran campaign, posted a defiant video outside the Department of War, insisting he will not step down.Citibank shooter Jacob Pearson’s motive revealed after Florida killingJacob Pearson, 35, shot and killed LeAnne Selman, 41, at Citibank’s Florida campus after threatening the company over a $2,500 debt. Pearson sent a letter to Citibank’s attorney’s office warning he would arrive with an AR-15 and a bulletproof vest unless his court case was cancelled. He shot Selman four times as she tried to crawl away, then executed her in front of hundreds of employees.Mother dies after hotel window collapses in São Luís, BrazilRenata Rebeca Negrão Saldanha dos Santos, a 26-year-old mother of two, died after falling from a seventh-floor window at a hotel in São Luís, Brazil. CCTV footage showed her walking with her boyfriend before she leaned on the window, which gave way due to a faulty aluminium frame. She landed on a canopy but did not survive despite medical attention. Police are treating the case as an accident and released her boyfriend after questioning, finding no signs of aggression.Asador Etxebarri in Spain tops world’s 50 best restaurants listThe annual ranking of the world’s 50 best restaurants has named Asador Etxebarri in Atxondo, Spain, as the top spot for 2026, praised for its mastery of cooking over fire in the Basque region. Culinary destinations including Hong Kong, New York, Paris and Bangkok feature prominently, while Britain has just one entry in the top fifty, a single London restaurant. The list highlights unique venues such as a secret cheese cave and innovative dining experiences worldwide.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today: Donald Trump Jr backs JD Vance in attacking the President’s Iran war after Republicans lost both the House and Senate in the midterms, Sarah Parker, 30, causes a £20,000 disruption on a Birmingham to Florida flight by exposing herself and forcing a diversion to Manchester, Abdul El-Sayed becomes America’s first Muslim senator after a tense exchange with Sky News in Michigan, John Lewis defends its Christmas advert starring Dame Kristin Scott Thomas amid criticism from Piers Morgan, and a three-bedroom Victorian terrace in Windsor with a replica Diagon Alley hits the market for £800,000. Your briefing for Thursday 5 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:31) Donald Trump Jr backs JD Vance(01:27) Sarah Parker disrupts Birmingham flight(02:08) Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate(03:08) John Lewis Christmas advert criticised(04:35) Victorian terrace with Diagon AlleyDonald Trump Jr attacks Iran war after midtermsDonald Trump Jr publicly supported JD Vance in criticising the President’s war in Iran after Republicans lost both the House and Senate in the midterms. JD Vance, seen as a contender for the 2028 race, posted on X that the war was the main reason for the defeat and called for accountability from those who backed it. Donald Trump Jr replied, agreeing with Vance and emphasising his support. The President responded directly to Vance’s criticism.Sarah Parker exposes herself on Birmingham to Florida flightSarah Parker, aged 30, caused chaos on a packed flight from Birmingham to Florida by ignoring the pilot’s instructions and leaving her seat during take-off. She pulled down her shorts and underwear in the aisle, exposing herself to passengers and forcing the aircraft to divert to Manchester Airport. The disruption cost £20,000 and magistrates referred the case to crown court.Abdul El-Sayed clashes with Sky News before Michigan winAbdul El-Sayed, America’s first Muslim senator, clashed with Sky News correspondent James Matthews in the final hours before his upset win in Michigan’s Senate race. Matthews questioned El-Sayed about the election’s global impact, but El-Sayed dismissed the UK’s interest and focused on the cost-of-living crisis and the war in Iran. Republicans accused El-Sayed of radical ties, but he argued Donald Trump’s actions overseas were central for Michigan voters.John Lewis defends Christmas advert after backlashJohn Lewis defended its new Christmas advert starring Dame Kristin Scott Thomas as a grandmother seeking the perfect present for her grandchildren. The campaign faced criticism for promoting materialism and rewarding bad behaviour. John Lewis said the advert encourages thoughtful, personal gifts rather than cash.Three-bedroom Windsor house with replica Diagon Alley for saleA three-bedroom Victorian terraced house in Windsor is listed at £800,000 after a price drop. The property features a replica of Diagon Alley from Harry Potter, hidden behind a door next to a bookshelf and fireplace. The recreated alley includes colourful shopfronts, cobblestones, and Ollivanders wand shop, leading to the dining room. The house also offers wood floors, built-in shelving, a fireplace, and a garden.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today: Donald Trump suffers a historic midterm defeat as Democrats take both the House and Senate, King Charles addresses Britain's role in ending the transatlantic slave trade without offering an apology, celebrity hair stylist John Frieda dies aged 75, bomb threats force emergency landings for jets across Europe including flights from Heathrow and Manchester, and experts question whether Heinz Cream of Tomato soup is really healthy. Your briefing for Wednesday 4 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:25) Trump suffers midterm defeat(01:51) King Charles on slave trade(03:00) John Frieda dies aged 75(03:46) Passenger jet bomb threats(04:54) Heinz tomato soup health warningTrump suffers crushing midterms defeat as Democrats seize controlDemocrats have taken both the House and Senate in a result described as a political earthquake for President Donald Trump. Deep-red states including Texas, South Carolina and Kansas flipped to the Democrats, with Kansas electing a Democratic senator for the first time since the Great Depression. Iowa and Ohio, both won by Trump in 2024, also turned blue.Britain had a leading role in ending the slave trade, says CharlesKing Charles told Commonwealth leaders that Britain played a leading role in ending the transatlantic slave trade, highlighting the Royal Navy’s efforts but stopping short of an apology. He described the history as complex and called the slave trade a shameful chapter that fills his heart with horror and personal sorrow. The speech followed Prime Minister Andy Burnham’s comment supporting an apology but not reparations, which has sparked debate with Caribbean campaigners.Celebrity hair stylist John Frieda dies aged 75John Frieda, the celebrity hair stylist known for his Frizz Ease shampoo range, has died at 75. Frieda was married to singer Lulu for over a decade and styled clients including Princess Diana and Joanna Lumley. He opened his first salon in his mid-twenties and sold his brand for around £260 million in 2002. By last year, Frieda was among the UK’s wealthiest beauty leaders, just behind Charlotte Tilbury. His family announced his death on Instagram.Passenger jet bomb threat chaos spreads across EuropeBomb threats forced at least eight passenger jets to make emergency landings across Europe in one day, grounding flights in Italy, Spain, Bulgaria and Poland. Two UK jets from Heathrow and Manchester were affected. A LOT Polish Airlines flight from Heathrow to Warsaw, carrying Jewish schoolchildren on a Holocaust education trip, was diverted to Warsaw-Modlin airport. Security teams responded quickly and international intelligence agencies are investigating the coordinated threats.Is Heinz tomato soup healthy? Dietitians reveal the surprising benefitsHeinz Cream of Tomato soup, a British staple since 1910 with nearly eight billion tins sold, is under scrutiny for its high salt content. Some canned soups have more salt than two McDonald's cheeseburgers, placing them in the ultra-processed category linked to health risks. Nutritionist Rob Hobson notes Heinz soup is nearly ninety percent tomatoes, more than most expect, but experts warn about salt levels in ready-made soups.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today: Adam Robinson, Helen Sharp, their children and friends are named as victims of the Florida plane crash near West Palm Beach, Labour Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood scraps tougher residency rules after union and MP revolt, Russell Brand's lawyer questions the credibility of rape allegations in court, Donald Trump final address before the US midterm elections, and one in ten Britons have already put up their Christmas decorations. Your briefing for Tuesday 3 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:27) Florida plane crash victims named(01:38) Labour immigration U-turn(03:00) Russell Brand lawyer questions accusers(03:39) Trump's small midterms rally(04:54) Britons start Christmas earlyTech tycoon Adam Robinson and wife Helen Sharp die in Florida jet crashAdam Robinson, a 45-year-old tech tycoon, and his wife Helen Sharp, 40, have been identified as victims of the Florida plane crash near West Palm Beach. They were travelling from Austin, Texas, to the Bahamas with their two toddlers, Emma and Charlie, their nanny Anita Maria Cetina, and friends Rachael Reed and Charmi Fehr. The families described Adam and Helen as devoted parents and remembered their friends as full of joy and adventure.Shabana Mahmood drops tougher residency rules after revoltLabour Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood has abandoned plans to extend residency rules for foreign care workers after a revolt from Labour backbenchers and unions. Nearly 300,000 care workers will remain on the five-year path to settlement instead of facing a fifteen-year wait. Unison led the campaign, supported by 100 Labour MPs, while Angela Rayner and Miatta Fahnbulleh criticised the original plan.Russell Brand's lawyer challenges rape allegations in courtRussell Brand's barrister Ian Winter questioned why the alleged victims did not kick, scream or slap during the incidents, arguing Brand is not a psychopath who thinks rape is normal. Winter pointed to Brand's highly promiscuous lifestyle and asked why only three women accused him over a decade if he was guilty. Brand denies three counts of rape, three sexual assaults and one count of attempted indecent assault.Donald Trump speaks to sixty at Lincoln Memorial Reflecting PoolDonald Trump ended his midterms campaign with a speech at the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool in Washington DC, drawing just sixty attendees and several reporters. He joked about renaming the pool after himself and highlighted a £14million renovation project, which has faced criticism for cost overruns, a no-bid contract linked to his golf club, and a failed blue liner. Trump blamed vandalism for the issues while critics pointed to the repair work.One in ten Britons already putting up Christmas decorationsOne in ten Britons have started putting up Christmas decorations before December, with 17 percent feeling festive as soon as Halloween ends and over a quarter already listening to Christmas music. The trend, called Christmas-maxxing, sees many buying decorations or shopping for presents early. Amanda Holden has joined in, sharing her decorations on Instagram and discussing what Christmas means to her.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today: Small boat migrants working illegally in Britain can now sue employers for harassment under Angela Rayner's Employment Rights Act, Labour Treasury minister Emma Reynolds faces backlash after claiming employers are not 'working people' in a tax row, cockpit audio reveals the final moments of a Learjet 60 crash near West Palm Beach, Thomas Markle Senior moves into a Florida dementia care home after child abuse image allegations, and Britain's rescue centres fill up with Pocket Bullies and Malinois as the RSPCA warns of a surge in large dog breeds. Your briefing for Monday 2 November, from the Daily Mail, with the best of your comments.Jump to a story(00:00) Today's headlines(00:25) Small boat migrants work rights(01:23) Labour minister tax row(02:23) Florida Learjet 60 crash audio(03:32) Thomas Markle dementia care move(04:52) Rise in large rescue dog breedsSmall boat migrants can sue bosses for harassmentSmall boat migrants working in Britain without valid permits can now sue their employers for harassment under new guidance linked to Angela Rayner's Employment Rights Act. The Equality and Human Rights Commission clarified that even illegal workers can bring a harassment claim if employers have not taken every reasonable step to prevent it. The law now requires all reasonable steps to tackle workplace harassment.Labour minister says employers not 'working people'Labour Treasury minister Emma Reynolds is under fire after saying employers are not 'working people' during an interview about tax rises. Reynolds made the comment when asked if Labour had broken its manifesto by raising taxes for landlords and savers. She argued there is a difference between employers and employees, even when challenged with the example of a small business owner facing higher national insurance, minimum wage and inflation costs.Final cockpit audio from Florida Learjet crash releasedThe final cockpit audio from a Learjet 60 crash in Florida has been released, capturing the panic of the female pilot as the jet lost control in poor weather near West Palm Beach. Nine people were on board when the aircraft plunged thousands of feet in less than a minute, crashing eight miles from Mar-a-Lago and erupting in a fireball. Air traffic control warned of turbulence before the pilot called mayday and reported a rapid descent.Thomas Markle moves to Florida dementia care homeThomas Markle Senior, father of Meghan Markle, has moved into a dementia care facility in Florida after being diagnosed with dementia. The 82-year-old recently had his lower left leg amputated and had been in rehabilitation since May. The Sun reported the diagnosis came after Thomas Markle Junior told police he found child sex abuse images among his father's belongings in the Philippines.RSPCA sees surge in Pocket Bullies and MalinoisBritain’s rescue centres are seeing a sharp rise in large and powerful breeds including Pocket Bullies, American Bulldogs and Malinois. A decade ago, most rescues were Staffies and Jack Russells, but the RSPCA now reports bigger dogs are filling kennels and staying longer. Dr Samantha Gaines from the RSPCA links this to the cost-of-living crisis and the 2024 ban on American XL Bullies.About the Daily DownloadThe Daily Download is the Daily Mail's daily news podcast: five stories in five minutes, every morning. A Daily Mail journalist carefully curates every episode, and our AI hosts bring their reporting to life. Comment on a story to feature on tomorrow's show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.