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SICILY: Rescuers and divers returned to the site of a superyacht that sank in a storm off the coast of Sicily on Tuesday, searching for six people, including British tech tycoon Mike Lynch, who are believed to still be trapped in the hull 50 meters (164 feet) below sea level. Divers were loading rescue boats in the port of Porticello, near Palermo, after an initial search on Monday was unsuccessful. Fire and rescue services reported that divers were unable to access the bottom cabins because they were blocked by debris shifted during the severe storm that capsized the luxury yacht…

A composite photo of British tech tycoon Mike Lynch with Italian firefighters aboard a rescue boat. — Reuters/FileSpecialist Italian divers launched a new search on Tuesday for British tech tycoon Mike Lynch and six others, including his teenage daughter, who have been missing since their yacht capsized off the Italian island of Sicily.According to AFP, the British-flagged yacht “Bayesian” was anchored about 700 metres from the harbour and had 22 people on board, including 10 crew members, when it was hit by a water tornado resembling a mini-tornado. The incident occurred at dawn on Monday.Mr Lynch’s wife, Angela Bacarès, was…

If you’re like me, the subtle changes in spring weather have you digging deep into your closet to pull out some long-forgotten summer favorites. You might also realize it’s time to replenish your seasonal staples a bit. In my case, I realized I was missing a few summer dresses. With seasonal trends already trickling in from the Northern Hemisphere, I know what’s next. Between brat summer, piratecore, and “bohemian chic,” what I really need are some floaty, slightly sexy dresses to get me through the warmer months. My wardrobe is almost all black with a more “brat” aesthetic, but I’d…

Nordstrom has it all. That’s it. No matter what I’m looking for, whether it’s something special for myself or a cool find that I can recommend in my content, Nordstrom always has a ton of options. And, of course, this includes great early fall items. Specifically, chic fall items under $100.Below is a list of affordable Nordstrom pieces that may seem pricey but are still under $100: Essentially, all of my fall purchases have modern, forward-thinking silhouettes that will add a touch of luxury to any closet.Keep scrolling to shop Nordstrom’s affordable sweaters, shoes, jackets, and more. mango fitted button…

Gloucester City CouncilThe project will see the renovation of the shopping centre and the creation of space for community activities, a new market and restaurant, parks and gardens.There are fears that multi-million pound plans to redevelop Eastgate Shopping Centre will be scrapped due to spending cuts from the new government.Gloucester City Council’s bid for £11 million of government funding was approved in November, but in July civil servants confirmed the grant had not been processed.Council leader Jeremy Hilton said: “This is frustrating and disappointing as this redevelopment project is so important to the continued improvement of Gloucester.”Gloucester MP Alex McIntyre…

A shift in “generational mindset” is driving growth in luxury consumption in India, and ultra-expensive cars are no exception. According to industry data, sales of luxury cars from brands such as Lamborghini, Ferrari, McLaren and Aston Martin are experiencing robust demand in the domestic market.According to industry experts, the Indian market is expected to see 1,200-1,300 luxury car sales this year. In 2023, sales in the luxury segment are expected to more than double to 1,000 units.According to reports, Lamborghini has sold all the cars allocated to it by its Italian headquarters for the Indian market. Cars like the Huracan,…

Actress Halle Berry may be best known to the public as Catwoman, but at home she is also a mother of two.”She’s a mom first,” Mark Wahlberg, her co-star in Netflix’s “The Union,” said of Berry. He added that Berry balances her career with motherhood. “I know it’s not easy, but she makes it look easy,” the pair said while speaking with the Audacy radio host.When asked how becoming a parent has changed her experience as an actress, Berry, 58, said she’s still doing what she wants to do as an artist.”It’s definitely changed me as a mother, but it’s…

BOURKE, Vt. (AP) — Flooding from two July storms has battered businesses and tourist destinations in economically depressed parts of northern Vermont, with some areas still closed as they continue to repair damage and others encouraging visitors who avoided travel because of the weather to return. Kingdom Trails is a popular spot for mountain bikers, drawing tens of thousands of visitors each year, but the storms that hit the area on July 10 and July 30 washed out roads and bridges, damaged homes and trails, and reduced tourism during the peak season.Businesses and attractions are working to recover, and while…

Messenger photo by Britt Kudla: 2023-24 Fort Dodge Ford Lincoln Toyota Messenger Regional Female Athlete of the Year, Mariah Myers of St. Edmond, holds her trophy on Monday after a presentation by Fort Dodge Ford dealer and happiness director Matt Johnson. Pictured with Myers are Johnson, his wife, Abigail, and their two children, Isabella and Max, and Fort Dodge Messenger sports editor Eric Pratt. When St. Edmond High School softball coach Bill Sherbrown was asked what seemed like an obvious question about junior star Mariah Myers, he gave a surprising answer. Certainly, the addition of a…

Auto insurance purchases set a new record for the second consecutive quarter, with the number of U.S. consumers buying auto insurance up 7% compared to the same period last year, according to a new report. This trend is driven by rising premiums, leading consumers to seek cheaper rates.However, for the first time since December 2021, the monthly Consumer Price Index for auto insurance fell, dropping 0.2% between April 2024 and May 2024, according to a TransUnion report. The change could signal that insurers are getting closer to rate justification and that expected loss trends may be moderating, according to TransUnion’s…