Introduction to Today's Briefing Today's briefing covers a wide range of topics, from healthcare and politics to sports and science, providing an overview of the most significant events from the past 24 hours.

Healthcare and Politics Andy Burnham has stated that a 'broken social care' system will ultimately harm the NHS, and has announced plans to outline a proposed care service in detail, with the intention of putting it to a vote in the next general election. Additionally, Burnham has announced a scheme to help first-time buyers onto the housing ladder, aiming to support those without financial assistance from their families. The NHS has also been in the news due to a data breach at the East Suffolk and North Essex NHS Foundation Trust, which has apologized and launched an urgent investigation.

Sports News In sports, Arsenal is struggling to score goals in the WSL, and BBC Sport has examined the reasons behind this. Meanwhile, Scotland's new head coach, Sebastien Pocognoli, has had a mixed start to his tenure, and Stoke City fans are calling for their FA Cup title after Manchester City was found guilty of most of the 115 charges against them.

Global Events Two mass shootings in South Africa have resulted in 27 deaths, highlighting the country's ongoing struggle with gang-related violence. In other international news, a helicopter crash near Montreal has killed four people, and Iran is waiting for an official response from the US after President Trump rejected a proposal related to the Strait of Hormuz.

Science and Technology Experts are urging families to take notice of autumn fungi on their walks, and a project is underway to help the rare Moss carder bumblebee species. Additionally, a startup has launched a new face mask that allows for self-serve breath testing, and Google is testing a feature that allows users to buy products from Walmart-owned Flipkart through its Gemini and AI Mode in India. Insurers have also claimed that the use of AI tools in hospitals has led to increased healthcare costs.

Entertainment and Business The reality TV game show Celebrity Traitors is returning, and Radio 2 presenter Owain Wyn Evans will be cycling almost 400 miles for a Children in Need challenge. In business news, Heathrow Airport has warned that its third runway may be delayed by four years, and the chancellor is facing key decisions ahead of the Budget, including how to address the economic pressures of the Iran war and sustain modest optimism.