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Fears grow for Aussie missing on gruelling 120km solo hike in Peru after missed flight and loss of contact: ‘Very worried’
Concern is growing for Australian hiker Jordan Yap, 30, who has not been heard from since beginning a solo trek on Peru’s remote Cordillera Huayhuash Circuit. He missed a scheduled return to his hostel, a bus to Lima and a subsequent flight, prompting his family to report him missing and seek help from authorities. The…
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The young women guiding tourists through India’s night sky
Four young women in Hanle, a remote village in India’s Ladakh region at 4,500 metres above sea level, have been trained as astronomy guides to show tourists the night sky. Since becoming India’s first Dark Sky Reserve in 2022, Hanle has experienced a tourism boom, with visitor numbers surging from around 3,000 annually to nearly…
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Costco membership offers hidden savings beyond groceries: 5 perks to know
Costco memberships can offer savings beyond bulk groceries, particularly through fuel, travel, gift cards and vehicle services. The article highlights five lesser-known benefits that may help members offset membership costs, although actual value depends on spending and local prices. – Costco petrol may be cheaper than competitors, with app-based price checks and flexible pump access.…
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White House blocks CNN from Trump’s Tennessee flight
The White House has barred CNN from travelling with Donald Trump on Air Force One to Tennessee, despite the broadcaster being scheduled to accompany him. The decision intensifies an ongoing dispute over press access after a judge ruled that excluding certain news organisations from the White House was likely unconstitutional. CNN, Politico and MS NOW…
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Meta unveils cute AI companion amid privacy concerns over wearables
Meta has unveiled Muse, a small AI assistant designed as a cute, customisable companion displayed on a two-inch screen. It can hold live conversations, answer emails, book travel and order groceries, while its friendly avatar appears intended to make wearable AI feel less intrusive following criticism of Meta’s camera-equipped smartglasses. Experts say the device uses…
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The Traveling Wilburys album George Harrison called the greatest: “It’s a stronger record”
George Harrison regarded The Traveling Wilburys’ second album, *Vol. 3*, as stronger than the band’s celebrated debut. Although critics often view it as a less successful follow-up, Harrison valued its more confident, rough-edged rock sound and the musicians’ greater comfort working together. The article describes the group’s origins as an unexpected collaboration between Harrison, Bob…
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Legal expert details what travelers are entitled to after massive East Coast flight cancellations
A severed fibre-optic cable disrupted thousands of flights to and from East Coast airports, prompting questions about passengers’ rights. Legal expert Eric Napoli said US travellers are entitled to a full cash refund if they reject rebooking, but generally receive no additional compensation because the disruption was outside airlines’ control. Passengers who accept an alternative…
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Iowa Hawkeyes get +5.5 points as college football betting pick against Michigan in Ann Arbor
The article recommends backing the Iowa Hawkeyes with a 5.5-point handicap against Michigan in Ann Arbor. Iowa were ranked 17th and unbeaten at 3-0, while Michigan were ranked 18th and also 3-0, although the writer questioned the quality of the Wolverines’ performances and their opening-week victory. Iowa had won two games by shutout and scored…
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12 Best White Elephant Gifts, Plus a Prank Box to Put Them In (2026)
WIRED’s 2026 guide recommends white elephant gifts that are amusing, distinctive or genuinely useful, helping shoppers avoid bringing something nobody wants. The suggestions are intended to appeal to mixed groups and fit typical gift-exchange budgets, ranging from novelty items to practical accessories. The updated list includes Dungeons & Dragons LEGO mystery bags, Kindle and Kobo…
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Jet2 flight evacuated in Tenerife after bomb claim
Passengers were evacuated from a Jet2 flight at Tenerife South Airport after a passenger reportedly claimed to have a bomb in their luggage. The incident delayed the flight to London Stansted by about two hours, but the aircraft was cleared for departure and arrived safely. Spain’s Civil Guard allowed passengers to reboard flight 1536, which…