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Forget stripes - checkerboards are back for autumn (and these are the editor-approved homeware buys to shop now)

The article reports that checkerboard patterns are trending for autumn homeware and rounds up editor-approved decor buys across various retailers. It is a lifestyle shopping feature focused on design and products, with no political or ideological angle.

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Dear Abby: I’m upset my friends gave excuses for not attending my mother’s funeral

A Dear Abby column features a grieving reader upset that friends gave excuses for missing their mother’s memorial, and Abby advises focusing on those who attended. A second letter asks about moving out due to a roommate couple’s strong cooking odors, with Abby advising the writer to prioritize health and communicate clearly.

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British tourist, 37, goes missing in Lake Como after diving in to save father and son

A 37-year-old British tourist is missing in Lake Como after diving into the water to help rescue a father and his 16-year-old son who were struggling while swimming. The father and son were rescued by a passing boat and treated for hypothermia, but the tourist was not seen again as search operations continue in deep water. The article also notes recent drownings in the lake, including a British student in 2024.

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Luxury camp to open on the world's largest salt flat - with Bolivian blue marble interiors and surrounded by 12,000sqkm of silver-white wilderness

A new luxury camp, Samkani Camp, is set to open in late 2027 on Bolivia's Salar de Uyuni, the world's largest salt flat. It will feature five Airstream suites with Bolivian blue marble interiors, a central lounge trailer, and guided excursions, offering rare overnight stays on the salt flat. The article is a descriptive travel piece with no political or ideological content.

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Traffic chaos in Perthshire villages after Google Maps glitch

A Google Maps glitch falsely reported the A9 as closed, diverting traffic onto a single-track road through Perthshire villages. Residents described congestion, safety worries, and difficulty leaving their homes, while a campaign group said the issue was fixed after contacting Google. Transport Scotland said it has no direct feed to satnav providers, and the group is seeking government action to prevent future incidents.

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Billionaire’s playground offers $147K to unmask mystery poisoning suspect

A $147,000 reward is being offered in Incline Village near Lake Tahoe for information on whoever poisoned 28 pine trees since 2022. Authorities say holes were drilled into the trunks and substances poured in, causing an estimated $300,000 loss. The reward is funded by community donors and the local improvement district.

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‘Very dangerous’ hurricane forming in the Pacific Ocean heading to SoCal

Hurricane Polo is intensifying in the Pacific and is forecast to become a Category 5 storm, with moisture that could bring flood risks toward Southern California and New Mexico. The article also notes California Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency ahead of winter storms and a historic El Niño season.

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$167M Powerball winner arrested for fifth time after hitting jackpot for public intoxication in Walmart parking lot

James Farthing, a $167 million Powerball winner, was arrested for the fifth time since his jackpot after being found intoxicated and asleep in a running Mustang in a Walmart parking lot. Deputies reported signs of impairment, and he was charged with public intoxication. The article recounts his prior arrests, including domestic violence, hit-and-run, and assault charges.

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Fat Bear Week is here: Meet Backpack, Bucky and other chunky contenders

Fat Bear Week 2026 features 16 bears from Katmai National Park and Preserve competing in an online single-elimination tournament. Voting runs from Sept. 22 through Sept. 29, with defending champion Chunk among the contenders. The article profiles the bears and explains how livestreams and ranger talks let the public follow the contest.

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