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Perth garden wind damage can be difficult to prevent because the effects of strong gusts are often only noticed after plants and other parts of the garden have been harmed. Wind is a particularly challenging condition for gardeners because its impact cannot be seen as it happens. In coastal Perth gardens, damage may become apparent only once the weather has passed. Building the biggest possible fence is not necessarily the answer. The focus should instead be on taking control of the wind’s impact and protecting the garden from further damage.

Thousands of Israelis protested against the government in Tel Aviv on Saturday, demanding an independent inquiry into the security failures surrounding the October 7, 2023 attacks. The demonstration was held at Hostages Square, three days before Israel’s first general election since the war in Gaza began. It was organised by the October Council, founded by families of captives taken to Gaza, which is seeking accountability from officials it believes should answer for the failure to prevent the Hamas attack. The group said the rally marked the culmination of three years of efforts to establish a state commission of inquiry. It…

AI tutors could become available to every child while access to a human teacher becomes increasingly limited to families and schools able to afford it, an education expert has warned. The warning comes as schools face teacher shortages, pressure on budgets and growing investment in artificial intelligence. The author argues that technology may widen, rather than close, the gap between children unless it is used to support teachers rather than replace them. Children from lower-income households are already using chatbots more heavily than their wealthier peers. Pew Research Centre data cited in the commentary found that one in five teenagers…

Drake’s 40th birthday party in New York featured a surprise performance by the Backstreet Boys, a red Ferrari and a prize giveaway reportedly offering up to $1 million. The rapper celebrated his milestone birthday at Casa Cipriani in Manhattan on Friday night, ahead of his birthday on Saturday October 24. He arrived in a sparkling black tuxedo jacket, bow tie and wide-leg trousers. More than 400 guests were reportedly present, with Backstreet Boys members Nick Carter, Kevin Richardson and Howie Dorough among those seen arriving at the event. The group later surprised Drake with a performance of their hit I…

Tottenham Hotspur secured a 2-0 Premier League victory over Chelsea, with highlights from the match available to watch for free. The result saw Chelsea beaten by Tottenham in the league encounter at Stamford Bridge.

John Schmitz, the West Allis supporter known as “Brewers Elvis”, has been sharing his enthusiasm for the Milwaukee Brewers during their World Series campaign. The self-described superfan appeared on FOX6 NOW to discuss the enjoyment he gets from backing the team and following its progress during a landmark season. Schmitz’s appearance came as Milwaukee hosted the Tampa Bay Rays in the Fall Classic, with the Brewers returning to the World Series for the first time since 1982. ([fox6now.com](https://www.fox6now.com/video/fmc-00jumwtywidrnaw6)) The Brewers opened the series with a 3-2 victory over the Rays at American Family Field on Friday, giving the club an…

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed attacks on Saudi oil facilities and airports, while the Saudi-led coalition said it had intercepted two ballistic missiles as fighting between the two sides intensified. The Houthi military spokesman, Yahya Saree, said the Iran-aligned group had targeted King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh, an Aramco facility in Yanbu, the Rabigh oil refinery, crude oil pumping stations and the East-West Pipeline. He also claimed attacks on King Fahd International Airport in Dammam, an airport in Najran and an air base in Khamis Mushait. Saree said the strikes were retaliation for Saudi attacks on Yemen, which he…

More than 300 protesters and police officers were injured during the latest anti-government rally in Tirana, where clashes broke out as thousands gathered in Albania’s capital. Police used tear gas, water cannon and rubber bullets to disperse crowds after several government buildings were attacked. Dozens of demonstrators were arrested, authorities said. The demonstration was organised amid anger over poor conditions in schools and the rising cost of living. Students, university professors, artists and opposition parties were among those who supported or attended the rally. The Ministry of Education has become a focus of the protests. On Saturday, some demonstrators threw…

The Curious Caterer movie series is returning to Hallmark Channel, with Nikki DeLoach and Andrew Walker set to begin filming the sixth instalment after the 2026 Hallmark Christmas Cruise. The announcement was made during a behind-the-scenes panel on board the cruise, hosted by People’s Breanne Heldman. DeLoach told the audience: “When we get off this ship, we’re going to shoot another Curious Caterer.” Five films have been released in the Hallmark mystery franchise so far. The new instalment is due to air in 2027, more than two years after the previous film. DeLoach credited viewers who had repeatedly called for…

A goat milk recall has been issued in Washington state after inspectors found that Lucky Hook Farm could not provide adequate records showing the product had been properly pasteurised. The recall affects pasteurised goat milk sold by the Moses Lake-based farm in half-gallon plastic containers. The Washington State Department of Agriculture identified the problem during a routine inspection on October 23, 2026. Officials said the milk was sold at Marlene’s Natural Foods & Deli in Federal Way, and at Chuck’s Fresh Markets in Mill Plain and Salmon Creek. Containers with best-before dates from October 22 to November 12, 2026 are…