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Former students of Deandra Kontou, the ex-Newington College teacher charged with nine sexual offences including rape, have described themselves as “upset, hurt and shocked” by the allegations against her. Kontou, 32, appeared in public for the first time since her arrest when she reported for bail at Sutherland Police Station in Sydney on Wednesday morning. Wearing a black hoodie, tracksuit bottoms and flip-flops, she declined to answer questions before getting into a car. The former geography teacher has been accused of grooming and sexually assaulting a student who was under 16 in 2019. She taught at the exclusive all-boys school…

Details of The Challenge star CT Tamburello’s divorce settlement with his former wife, Catalina White, have been revealed. The settlement sets out what White will receive following the couple’s divorce, although the available details do not specify the assets or arrangements involved.

A Tampa Bay couple planning to marry in Thonotosassa on 13 November are bringing their devotion to the Tampa Bay Rays into the wedding, with team jerseys, baseball-cap ice cream cups and the club’s mascot Raymond all part of the celebrations. Brooke Steele and Gabriel Rodriguez have followed the Rays for years and say the team has become part of family life. They have taken their eight-year-old son to games at Tropicana Field, visited the mascots and even named their rescue puppy Baker after Rays pitcher Bryan Baker. The couple recently hand-delivered an invitation to Raymond, who agreed to attend…

A roasted carrots recipe brings together caramelised carrots, pillowy whipped feta and hot honey in a vibrant side dish designed to take centre stage. Angostura bitters add another element to the combination, balancing the sweet heat of the honey with the richness of the whipped feta. The result is a colourful dish that can transform the supporting role of a side into the focal point of a meal.

Donald Trump has urged North Carolina voters to support Republicans in November’s midterm elections, using a rally in Greenville to back Senate candidate Michael Whatley as he trails Democratic nominee Roy Cooper. The former Republican National Committee chairman is seeking to replace outgoing Republican Senator Thom Tillis, but Cooper has maintained a lead of more than ten points in recent polling. Trump told supporters they should “pretend” he was on the ballot, repeating a message used during his campaign appearances across several states. “Because when I’m on the ballot, we do unbelievably,” he said. “Please pretend I’m on a ballot.…

Leica Camera has announced its first official Formula 1 partnership, a global licensing agreement that will include a special-edition camera, a gallery exhibition in Los Angeles and events at this weekend’s United States Grand Prix in Austin. The deal covers Formula 1 as a whole rather than an individual team. It also reflects an existing interest among several drivers: Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris have both been seen using Leica cameras, while Norris runs a separate Instagram account dedicated to his photography. Mike Giannattasio, president of Leica Camera North America, said the relationship between the two brands was rooted in…

Amazon is increasing the price of its Prime subscription for customers in Australia, with the annual fee rising from 79 Australian dollars to $99. Members were told of the change by email on Wednesday. The new charge will apply from their first renewal date on or after 25 November. Amazon said the increase would help it “continue supporting” the services included in Prime, adding that the range of products and benefits available to members had continued to grow. The company said the subscription’s services would otherwise remain unchanged. Members will continue to receive free delivery, including same-day delivery on eligible…

A live West Coast news wrap is bringing together the latest developments from across the western United States, with coverage spanning California, Arizona and Washington. The programme focuses on major regional stories and breaking developments from communities across the three states, offering viewers a broad look at the day’s news beyond the Bay Area. The latest edition was posted on October 20, 2026, as part of KTVU’s West Coast Wrap series.

The race to become Ohio’s next governor has descended into an unusually bitter contest, with the campaign turning ugly even by American political standards.

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