Scottish comedian Janey Godley has passed away at the age of 63. Gaining widespread recognition during the pandemic, she became known for her humorous dubbed videos of Nicola Sturgeon’s Covid briefings. In November 2021, Godley disclosed her diagnosis of ovarian cancer. Although she was declared cancer-free in 2022, subsequent tests revealed the return of the illness.

Born in Glasgow’s east end in 1961, Godley initially worked as a pub landlady before making a name for herself in comedy. She gained significant attention in 2016 when she was photographed holding a sign with provocative language at a protest against Donald Trump during his visit to Scotland. This moment marked a turning point in her career, leading to increased visibility.

Her comedic style resonated with many, particularly when she began voicing over Sturgeon’s Covid briefings, which further solidified her popularity and led to a friendship with the former first minister.

In other news, BBC Wales has taken viewers behind the scenes at Fonmon Castle during this eerie time of year. Emily Harding established a play center tailored for neurodiverse children after witnessing her son’s challenges. Meanwhile, Donald Trump has voiced criticism towards Joe Biden’s comments regarding Trump supporters.

The BBC also reported from Paiporta in Valencia, where numerous fatalities have been confirmed due to recent events. Cahir O’Hagan tragically passed away at 25 from cystic fibrosis while awaiting a lung transplant. In an uplifting narrative, Mary Millben shared her journey from White House intern to performing for four U.S. presidents during an event at Madison Square Garden.

The local fire department has reported no fatalities following recent incidents. A mother who faced racial abuse at a bus stop expressed her shock but emphasized her determination not to back down. Additionally, two members of an intelligence agency participated in a trending social media challenge.

In southern Spain, devastating flash floods have led to at least 158 confirmed deaths. The Very Reverend Dr. Jason Bray is set to investigate reports of supernatural occurrences in Cardiff as BBC’s Nicky Schiller covers the aftermath of the flooding where vehicles are seen piled up.

As communities come together to celebrate Halloween, U.S. President Biden handed out treats to children during festivities. In related news, Radiohead’s Thom Yorke addressed hecklers during a performance while urging people not to discard pumpkins after Halloween carving.

Lastly, CCTV footage captured an individual setting fire to a van after pouring liquid on it. Engineers continue their around-the-clock work on the Glenfinnan Viaduct as part of an extensive £3.4 million restoration project.