Katy Perry was omitted from prosecutors' opening remarks at Russell Brand's London rape trial after defence submissions, with officials saying she was not involved as a witness.

Bonfire Night began as a Protestant commemoration of the failed 1605 Gunpowder Plot, with anti-Catholic rituals later giving way to fireworks, Guy Fawkes effigies and community celebrations.

Alison Moore, 63, received a suspended sentence for three assaults on her husband, who did not support a restraining order and left court with her.

Bloomberg reported discussions about Marco Rubio stepping down, while The Independent cited sources predicting a possible 2028 bid. The State Department denied the claims.

Laura Gallacher, Russell Brand's wife and a published author, defended his character during his trial before he was convicted of rape and sexual assault involving four women.

JPMorgan shares fell after reports of a possible Senate inquiry into its Epstein ties, including scrutiny of executive decisions involving Mary Erdoes.

Paraguay's Ueno Bank crisis sparks protests and Peña's resignation announcement as lawmakers pursue impeachment and depositors seek their savings.

Melania Trump complained about people she knew being deported. The Wall Street Journal says Trump later told aides that Stephen Miller had gone too far.

Nicki Minaj defends Trump after three of four Republican candidates she backed lost, as Democrats take control of both chambers of Congress.

Olivier Martinez asks a court to make Halle Berry pay $240,000 in legal fees as their unresolved custody battle continues amid disputed abuse allegations.

Democrats' Congress takeover initially lifted US stocks. The S&P 500 has gained 14.5% on average after midterms, but 401(k) returns still depend on asset allocation and risk.

Trump Media moved 4,259 Bitcoin from addresses labelled as note collateral weeks before holders can demand cash repurchases on 30 November.