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Spending time close to a cat may boost its owner’s mood and energy, according to researchers at Kyoto University, who found that physical proximity was linked to higher wellbeing among cat owners. The study suggests that simply having a cat in the home is not enough to produce the effect. Instead, the quality and frequency of interactions between owners and their pets may be more important than the length of time they have lived together. Researchers followed 29 cats and 19 owners for a month. Small Bluetooth devices attached to the cats’ collars recorded how much time the animals spent…

Sylvester Stallone has defended the casting of his daughter Scarlet Rose Stallone in Tulsa King, openly acknowledging criticism that her role represents nepotism. The 80-year-old actor plays the lead in the Paramount+ series, which returned for its fourth season on 16 October. Scarlet, 24, joined the show in its first season as stable hand Spencer and has a larger role in the latest episodes. Sylvester Stallone defends Scarlet Rose Stallone’s Tulsa King role Speaking to USA Today, Stallone rejected the idea that parents should avoid using their influence to help their children. “Nepotism is terrible,” he said, before responding: “Oh…

Tottenham could sell Destiny Udogie in 2027 if they receive a sufficiently substantial offer, despite the left-back remaining a valued member of Roberto De Zerbi’s squad. Udogie, 23, has made only two Premier League starts in Spurs’ opening seven matches after another season disrupted by fitness problems. He recently aggravated a knee issue during an impressive 74-minute performance against Manchester United. Tottenham could consider a major offer for Destiny Udogie Tottenham are not actively seeking to move Udogie on, but a report claims the club would consider a “huge” bid next year. The Italian is still highly regarded when fit,…

Yountville has launched Napa Valley’s first open-container entertainment zone, allowing adults to buy drinks from participating businesses and carry them through the town’s main shopping and dining district. Called Sip Yountville, the scheme operates every day from 10am to 10pm. Visitors aged 21 and over can purchase wine, beer or spirits from licensed venues and enjoy them outdoors within the designated area, with no admission charge. The zone follows Washington Street between Champagne Drive and Jackson Street, extending along Yount Street to Finnell Road and onwards to Webber Creek. It includes the public pavements on either side of the streets.…

Western Sydney International airport will make its aviation debut on Sunday when the first flight departs from the newly built facility, marking the start of round-the-clock services for the region. Located about 44 kilometres west of Sydney’s central business district, the airport will operate 24 hours a day. Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, by contrast, is subject to a night curfew between 11pm and 6am. Aviation expert Salim Hijazeen said the absence of a curfew would create new options for both travellers and airlines, although the airport’s full benefits would take time to emerge. “It is a new opportunity for the…

Benjamin Netanyahu’s reshaping of Israel’s institutions is at the centre of the country’s political debate as its longest-serving prime minister seeks re-election in polls on October 27. Supporters regard Netanyahu as a leader who has delivered where others failed. His opponents say his decades in power have deepened corruption, widened social divisions and left Israel increasingly isolated internationally. Analysts say his most lasting domestic legacy may be the right-wing, militaristic opposition he helped build and now confronts. His transactional style of leadership has made extreme-right and religious parties indispensable to his governing alliance. Netanyahu entered national politics in the early…

The UK has unveiled an $800 million funding plan focused on artificial intelligence security.

At least 12 people were injured when a Salem High School football team bus overturned near Interstate 20 in Conyers, Georgia, late on Friday night. The Rockdale County school bus was carrying 27 people as it travelled home from an away game, according to the school district. Those on board included 17 players, seven trainers, two coaches and the driver. ([cmg-cmg-tv-10010-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com](https://cmg-cmg-tv-10010-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/news/local/multiple-agencies-respond-overturned-school-bus-crash-rockdale-county/2WIHVRCYSFHETEVPZVUAVEY464/?utm_source=openai)) The crash happened at about 11pm on Highway 138 near Old Salem Road. The bus came to rest on its side in an embankment, with emergency crews closing the surrounding roads while they dealt with the scene. ([cmg-cmg-tv-10010-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com](https://cmg-cmg-tv-10010-prod.cdn.arcpublishing.com/news/local/multiple-agencies-respond-overturned-school-bus-crash-rockdale-county/2WIHVRCYSFHETEVPZVUAVEY464/?utm_source=openai)) Salem…

Threats and abuse against federal MPs have left staff facing burnout, office closures and private fundraising for extra advisers, as independent and minor-party politicians warn that they cannot safely manage the volume of hostile messages being sent to their workplaces. Some offices have switched off their telephone lines, instructed staff not to open constituent emails and sent employees home to recover. The warnings come as politicians remain on alert following the attack on independent MP Helen Haines on Monday. Australian Federal Police commissioner Krissy Barrett said in the aftermath that the force was charging one person a week with threatening…

At least 12 people were injured when a school bus carrying Salem High School football players overturned on a Georgia highway, prompting a major emergency response and medical helicopters to be requested. The crash happened shortly before 11pm on Georgia State Route 138 at Old Salem Road in Rockdale County, outside Atlanta. The bus was carrying 17 players, seven trainers, two coaches and a driver. The Rockdale County School District said 27 people were involved. One trainer was airlifted to hospital, while ambulances took the other injured passengers for treatment. Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta Arthur M Blank Hospital was placed…