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Continental has developed the new CrossContact AT2 all-terrain tyre specifically for the Australian market, bringing a fresh entry to a segment that has long been overlooked. The all-new A/T tyre has been designed with Australia in mind, although no further details about its specifications or availability have been provided.

A 33-year-old man has been accused of fatally stabbing his father about 40 times at the victim’s home in Mastic, New York. Edward Brown, 69, was found covered in blood and unresponsive at his apartment on September 7. He was pronounced dead at the scene, officials said. Prosecutors allege that Sage Arias-Brown entered his father’s home at about 12.30am. A neighbour reportedly heard a loud bang before hearing Mr Brown shouting. During the alleged attack, Mr Brown called 911 and cried: “I’m being murdered. What are you doing to me, Sage?” Investigators said Arias-Brown was seen leaving the apartment several…

Donald Trump has proposed turning his planned 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington DC into a military complex equipped with drones, sniper positions and large quantities of ammunition. The president said the facility, planned near the National Mall, was needed for national security. In a post on Truth Social, he wrote: “At the strong request of the United States Military, and for National Security purposes, I have agreed to convert the magnificent Triumphal Arch… into a top grade Military Complex/Triumphal Arch.” He said the arch would “house, store, and have the rapid ability to use large numbers of drones, plus Snipers,…

Minneapolis Fed’s Kashkari has said inflation remains too high, highlighting continued concern over price pressures. The brief assessment from the Federal Reserve official focused solely on the level of inflation, without further details provided.

Mark Ruffalo has urged California Attorney General Rob Bonta not to settle the state’s antitrust lawsuit against Paramount, which is seeking to prevent the studio’s proposed takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Addressing Mr Bonta, the actor wrote: “Don’t you dare … do not cave. 5,670 film makers put their necks on the line for you to fight this merger. Another 75,000+ and counting have signed to tell you not to concede in just 3 weeks.” Mr Ruffalo said the attorney general’s constituents would “be hurt if you let this lousy deal filled with empty promises go forward.” Negotiations between California,…

Liverpool have been urged to reject any approach from Bayern Munich for Florian Wirtz, with former Reds midfielder Vladimir Smicer arguing that the Germany international should be given more time to establish himself at Anfield. Wirtz joined Liverpool from Bayer Leverkusen in summer 2025 for an initial £100 million, with a further £16m potentially due in bonuses. However, his displays have not consistently matched the expectations created by the size of the fee. Bayern Munich were interested in the 23-year-old before Liverpool completed his signing, and reports suggest the Bundesliga club could renew that interest if Wirtz becomes available. Smicer…

Austin and surrounding parts of Central Texas are bracing for a possible break in a punishing spell of heat, with scattered showers and storms expected to move east from the Hill Country after a season marked by 48 days above 100F. The approaching weather system could bring much-needed rain to drought-hit communities from late Sunday into Monday and Tuesday, while easing temperatures that have remained well above seasonal norms. Rain relief after 48 triple-digit days Temperatures in the Austin area have reached triple figures 48 times this year, compared with a historical average of 29 days and 25 such days…

Earnscleugh Castle, a 21-room historic manor near Clyde on New Zealand’s South Island, is opening as a luxury lodge after an NZ$11 million restoration. The property, which was featured on Grand Designs New Zealand, combines individually styled rooms in the main house with additional accommodation in its restored Coach House. It will operate as an adults-only bed and breakfast. Guests can expect French antique beds, evening house wine, pre-dinner charcuterie and canapés, croquet on the lawn and access to a swimming pool, sauna, spa and ice bath. The estate’s Valais Blacknose sheep are also available for hand-feeding. Earnscleugh Castle’s unfinished…

Venezuelan rescue dog Tsunami has been honoured with a bronze statue in Maracaibo after helping search for survivors following deadly earthquakes in June. The Border Collie reportedly helped locate at least 26 people alive in the aftermath of the quakes, which killed more than 6,500 people. The statue recognises Tsunami’s search-and-rescue work during the emergency.

Donald Trump has said his planned 250-foot triumphal arch in Washington will be designed to accommodate large numbers of drones, snipers and ammunition, presenting the controversial project as a military complex in the heart of the US capital. The president said the structure would be able to “house, store, and have the rapid ability to use large numbers of drones”, with snipers positioned on its roof and plaza areas. It would also hold what he described as large quantities of sniper ammunition. “There will be no facility like this anywhere in the World,” Mr Trump said in a social media…