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NFL Fans Fume Over ‘Insane’ Referee Call in Chiefs Game

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A dramatic officiating decision at the conclusion of Sunday Night Football sparked fierce debate online after an Indianapolis Colts fumble was overturned, keeping the team’s hopes alive against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Trailing 30-27 in overtime, Colts quarterback Daniel Jones launched a deep throw toward wide receiver Laquon Treadwell. Treadwell bobbled the pass before securing it as Chiefs safety L’Jarius Sneed moved in to make the tackle.

Officials initially ruled that Treadwell was a live-ball runner, allowing him to get back to his feet and continue the play. Moments later, however, Nohl Williams forced the ball loose, and the Chiefs recovered what appeared to be a game-ending fumble.

The crowd at Arrowhead Stadium erupted, convinced Kansas City had sealed the victory. But officials went to the replay monitor to determine whether Sneed had touched Treadwell as the receiver went to the ground—a ruling that would mean Treadwell was down by contact and nullify the fumble.

Following an extended review, the officials reversed the fumble ruling. They determined that Sneed had made contact with Treadwell’s hip at the precise moment the receiver gained control of the ball.

The reversal triggered stunned reactions from the fans inside the stadium as well as NBC commentators Mike Tirico and Cris Collinsworth.

NFL fans stared impatiently at their screens during a controversial replay in Chiefs-Colts

NFL fans watched anxiously as officials reviewed the controversial play in the Chiefs-Colts game

In overtime, officials ruled that Colts receiver Laquon Treadwell was touched down on the hip by Chiefs safety L'Jarius Sneed just moments before the pass catcher fumbled the ball

During overtime, officials ruled that Chiefs safety L’Jarius Sneed touched Colts receiver Laquon Treadwell on the hip shortly before the receiver lost the ball

Despite initially calling a fumble, officials overturned the call and gave the ball back to the Colts

Although the play was initially ruled a fumble, officials overturned the decision and returned possession to the Colts

Tirico, a veteran sports broadcaster, could only respond: “Absolutely insane! Wow!”

Collinsworth added: “I’ve never been a part of a game where anything like that happened to decide the game. Wow!”

The replay decision quickly divided social media, with NFL fans split over whether the officials had made the correct call.

“This is clearly a fumble,” one user wrote on X.

Another posted: “Didn’t have control until after the catch. Fumble. Game over. Refs clearly anti chiefs.”

Other viewers disagreed, insisting: “Contact for sure.”

One supporter of the overturned ruling wrote: “Easiest overturn ever—calling that a fumble is crazy.”

Yet the most surprising part of the sequence may have been that the controversial call ultimately had no bearing on the final result.

With new life, the Colts squandered their chance and settled for a field goal to tie the game

Given another opportunity, the Colts failed to finish the drive and settled for a field goal that tied the game

Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes then marched down the field to set up a game-winning field goal

Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes then led Kansas City downfield, setting up the game-winning field goal

After benefiting from the officials’ decision, Indianapolis found itself just 17 yards from completing an unlikely upset of the Chiefs.

But rather than ride the hot hand with Jones, Colts coach Shane Steichen handed the ball off to Jonathan Taylor on back-to-back plays, losing three yards.

On 3rd and 13, Jones couldn’t find anyone open and scrambled for just five yards setting up a 4th and 8. After initially sending the offense out to bluff a shot at the end zone – and the win – the Colts instead settled on a field goal.

Indianapolis then kicked the ball back to Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs, who only needed a field goal to win the game.

Sure enough, Mahomes did what Mahomes does best – driving Kansas City down the field and setting up Harrison Butker for a 40-yard field goal to win the game 33-30.

Mahomes looked his vintage self and showed no signs of regression from an ACL tear he suffered at the end of last season. The former MVP completed 32 passes for 382 yards and three touchdowns.

It should come as no surprise that his top target on the night was Travis Kelce, who hauled in nine catches for 101 yards and a touchdown. It’s the first game Kelce had triple-digit yards since a 2024 AFC Divisional round win over the Houston Texans.

The Colts were led by Taylor, who carried the ball 24 times for 92 yards and two touchdowns. Jones completed 22 passes for 210 yards, one touchdown and one interception.

Man Avoids $12,055 Late Fee by Returning 132-Year-Old Magazine to New Hampshire Library

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Better late than never — even when “late” means more than a century.

An 84-year-old man has returned a magazine to his New Hampshire library more than 130 years after it was checked out. Because late fees had been frozen, John Hanson avoided what would otherwise have been a staggering $12,055 bill.

The missing item was the September 1894 edition of The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine. Somehow, it came into Hanson’s possession and remained at his Barrington home for decades, according to a social media post from the Concord Public Library earlier this month.

John Hanson recently returned an 1894 issue of ‘The Century Illustrated Monthly Magazine’ to the Concord Public Library in New Hampshire. Concord Public Library

Hanson decided it was finally time to return the periodical after reading a Concord Monitor article about the library’s decision to freeze fines.

“Yeah, when I saw that, I said to myself, ‘Boy, this would be a good time to bring it back,’” Hanson told NBC News.

The century-old magazine will not go back into circulation. Still, the library’s fine freeze saved Hanson from a $12,055 penalty for returning it 48,220 days overdue.

“We’ve witnessed many happy faces since announcing our fine freeze! Of course, we expected long overdue books to be returned, but certainly not something from the late 19th century!” the Concord Public Library wrote.

Cindy Crawford Praised Her ‘Warrior’ Son Presley Gerber Before His Death at 27

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Cindy Crawford had called her son Presley Gerber a “warrior” just months before his death at 27 on Sunday.

The 60-year-old supermodel, her 25-year-old daughter Kaia and husband Rande Gerber, 64, stood by Presley in March after he shared an Instagram post about undergoing ibogaine treatment in Mexico.

Ibogaine is a naturally occurring psychoactive compound sourced from an African shrub. It has been reported to ease withdrawal symptoms and help reset neural pathways.

Following Presley’s post, his family offered messages of encouragement. Crawford wrote, “You are a warrior! Walked thru the fire to find yourself! So proud!”

Kaia echoed that support, writing, “That’s my brother. I am so damn proud.”

Rande also praised his son’s determination, saying, “I’m so proud of you and your courage. Facing what’s hard takes real strength and watching you find your way back to yourself is everything. I love you so much.”

Cindy Crawford, 60, praised 'warrior' son Presley Gerber months before his death at age 27 on Sunday; pictured in November 2024

Cindy Crawford, 60, described her son Presley Gerber as a “warrior” months before his death at 27 on Sunday; pictured in November 2024

The supermodel rallied around Presley in March after he discussed doing an Ibogaine treatment in Mexico in an Instagram post; pictured September 10

The supermodel supported Presley in March after he revealed on Instagram that he had undergone ibogaine treatment in Mexico; pictured September 10

In the post’s caption, Presley described the moments before receiving the treatment: “Pre Ibogaine Flood Dose – quiet moment before everything changed. i was absolutely terrified, and I knew I would be again if I ever had to face something like this (helps to not go into the situations you do that get ya there but that’s life sometimes.)”

He continued: “my mantras were love yourself and lis gotta be the last time for this reason. letting go of control didn’t come easy, but I trusted there was something bigger than me guiding it. I knew why i was there. I faced what I had been running from, and somewhere in all of it, i started finding my way back to myself…. We shall see…. Praying it’s the last time I have to come back.”

Presley added: “Next time I’d like to choose. And absolutely can’t forget the incredible caring kind and on their sh*t team. Helps a lot haha. And I made some dope ass friends there #iboga #ibogaine #rewireyourbrain #loveyourself #mentalhealth.”

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed that Presley died Sunday at a rehabilitation facility, according to TMZ. Authorities have not disclosed his cause of death.

In an interview with Vogue last month, Kaia spoke about the effect of Presley’s substance use and mental health challenges on their family.

“When something like that happens in a family, it kind of levels everyone,” she told the magazine.

As the family mourns Presley’s unexpected death, a representative for Crawford told the Daily Mail, “The family is asking for privacy during this very difficult and painful time.”

Presley entered the modeling industry at 15 and later appeared in campaigns for brands including Dolce & Gabbana and Calvin Klein.

Ibogaine is a naturally occurring psychoactive substance derived from an African shrub that is reported to help withdrawal symptoms and reset brain pathways

Ibogaine, a psychoactive substance found naturally in an African shrub, has been reported to help manage withdrawal symptoms and alter brain pathways

After Presley wrote about his experience, his family left supportive comments, with Cindy writing, 'You are a warrior! Walked thru the fire to find yourself! So proud!'

After Presley shared details of his treatment, his family responded with messages of support, including Cindy Crawford’s words: “You are a warrior! Walked thru the fire to find yourself! So proud!”

Presley died Sunday at a rehab facility, according to TMZ. His cause of death was not revealed; Seen with mom Cindy Crawford in 2018; The family of four pictured at a wedding in 2024

Presley died Sunday at a rehabilitation facility, TMZ reported. His cause of death remains undisclosed; pictured with mother Cindy Crawford in 2018, and with his family at a 2024 wedding

He had reportedly experienced mental health difficulties from a young age and was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence in 2019.

Last November, Presley revealed he was retreating from social media to ‘take care of my own mental health for a bit.’

One month later, he opened up about his personal life in a candid video shared online, listing medications he was taking for ‘night terrors’ and ‘panic attacks.’

‘I feel like honesty is the best policy,’ he began before sharing that he was on 1mg of Buprenorphine – used to treat both pain and opioid use disorders – twice a day.

Presley also shared that the ‘benzos have been fluctuating up and down depending on what’s been going on in my life.’

Benzodiazepines help ‘slow down activity in your brain and nervous system’ to treat ‘anxiety and related mental health conditions,’ per Cleveland Clinic.

‘Unfortunately, I’ve had a lot of loss in many different forms recently, so that is not an excuse, but it’s the reason why I am where I’m at now,’ he shared.

He did not go into detail about the ‘loss’ he referenced, but went on to explain that he also took a dose of Xanax at night or when his ‘panic attacks are really, really bad.’

The model then listed Valium, admitting that he didn’t know exactly how much he’d been taking as he said, ‘Who f***ing knows anymore.’

He noted in the Instagram reel that ‘doctors say a lot of different things so it’s kind of scary. But hopefully between my research and their research and the world and God, we can finally figure this out.’

Presley also talked about the lack of ‘direction’ he had from doctors when it came to his medication.

‘I’d like doctors to be like, “Take this three times a day.” But every psychiatrist I’ve had – and I’ve had 15 – are like, “Here’s 20 medications and take this if you feel like this, take this as needed.”

‘And I’m like, “No, don’t give me that much leeway.” I need some direction,’ he continued.

Cindy and Rande pictured with a baby Presley in 2000

Cindy and Rande pictured with a baby Presley in 2000

Kaia recently told Vogue magazine that witnessing her brother's honesty about his personal struggles was 'refreshing'; the siblings pictured in February 2024

Kaia recently told Vogue magazine that witnessing her brother’s honesty about his personal struggles was ‘refreshing’; the siblings pictured in February 2024

Kaia told Vogue her brother’s troubles made her want to be the ‘easy’ child.

She explained, ‘I think that’s also why I started to self-​identify as the easy one and never wanted to ask for help. Because it felt like too much to have two children who were needing.’

She told the magazine that witnessing her brother’s honesty was ‘refreshing.’

‘My parents for most of our lives were very, very private and didn’t share anything – and now we have this absolute teacher, my brother, who says, “I’m gonna be very human for everyone.” There’s only so much you can hide from the world,’ she said.

‘And trying to put a lid on something just makes the person feel like you’re ashamed of them,’ she noted.

This past May, Presley expressed gratitude for his father in a heartfelt Instagram post.

He posted a photo of them paddle boarding and wrote, ‘I have the best father in the world. He’s never given up on me. He’s always there for me. Always has the best advice for me. I appreciate this man more than words can explain. I love you pops. To more paddle boarding days around the world.’

Cindy showed her support in the comments, writing, ‘My boys!’ and the father of two wrote, ‘I am honored [to] take this ride called life with you over and over any time. Sometimes we may fall but with a little help always get back up. I love you forever Prez.’

Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s Son, Reportedly Dies at 27

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Cindy Crawford and her family are mourning an unimaginable loss.

Her son, Presley Gerber, whom she shared with husband Rande Gerber, died at a rehabilitation facility on Sept. 20, according to the Los Angeles Medical Examiner. Presley, the older brother of Kaia Gerber, was 27.

Officials have not yet determined a cause of death.

A representative for the family confirmed Presley’s death to TMZ and said the family is “asking for privacy during this very difficult and painful time.”

Presley had previously spoken publicly about his ongoing mental health struggles and personal challenges.

In an Instagram video posted in December 2025, he reflected on the losses he had experienced, saying, “I’ve had a lot of loss in many different forms recently.” He added that while those experiences were “not an excuse,” they were “the reason—or part of—why I am where I’m at now.”

During the video, the model also discussed the medications he had been taking and acknowledged that he wished he had more clarity and guidance regarding the appropriate dosages.

Presley Gerber, Model Son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, Dies at 27, Report Says

Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford, died Sunday at a rehabilitation facility. The model had spoken publicly about his long-running struggles with addiction.

“The family is asking for privacy during this very difficult and painful time,” Crawford, his father, Casamigos tequila founder Rande Gerber, and his model sister, Kaia Gerber, 25, said in a statement. TMZ was the first to report his death.

The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed that Presley died at an undisclosed rehabilitation facility. An autopsy has not yet been completed.

Presley followed his mother into modeling, signing with IMG Models at age 15. He later made headlines for his battles with substance abuse and mental health challenges.

At 19, Presley was arrested for driving under the influence after police stopped him for speeding in Beverly Hills, California.

He pleaded no contest to the misdemeanor charge in July 2019 and received a sentence that included three years of probation, community service, and participation in a DUI program.

The following year, Presley was photographed at a drug-testing facility while completing court-ordered requirements related to his 2019 DUI case.

In 2024, the Beverly Hills-born model revealed that he had endured a severe, yearslong opiate addiction, including a near-fatal fentanyl overdose that left him in a coma for several days.

He later entered a rehabilitation program to receive treatment involving the psychedelic substance ibogaine.

That December, Presley said he was also dealing with dependence on prescription medication. He claimed that more than 15 psychiatrists had heavily medicated him without providing a structured path to recovery.

That same month, he shared that he had been sober from alcohol for five months.

Presley later began posting “Mental Health Mondays” videos on Instagram. In July 2025, he wrote about incorporating healthier habits into his life, according to People.

After returning to work, Presley said, “The quality of life rapidly decreased.” He added that it took him “10 years” to return to sports and fitness.

Just last month, his sister Kaia discussed her brother’s decade-long struggle with substance abuse.

“When something like that happens in a family, it kind of levels everyone,” the model said in an interview with Vogue.

“We have this absolute teacher, my brother, who says, ‘I’m gonna be very human for everyone.’ There’s only so much you can hide from the world,” Kaia, 24, added.

“And trying to put a lid on something just makes the person feel like you’re ashamed of them.”

Representatives for Crawford and Kaia, along with the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, did not immediately respond to requests for comment.

California Manhunt Underway After Armed Suspect Allegedly Points Gun at People and Fires at Officers

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California authorities are conducting a search for a man they describe as armed and dangerous after a woman was allegedly killed and gunfire was directed at other people, officials said.

The Placer County Sheriff’s Office identified the suspect as 44-year-old Derek Spencer, who is wanted on multiple felony charges. Investigators say Spencer allegedly pointed a gun at people in Placer County earlier Sunday.

Deputies later located Spencer in the Iowa Hill area while responding to the initial reports. Authorities said he rammed a patrol vehicle and escaped, prompting a large-scale manhunt.

Derek Spencer

Authorities are searching for Derek Spencer, 44, who faces several felony allegations, including pointing a firearm at people in Placer County. (Placer County Sheriff’s Office)

Officials said Spencer opened fire toward law enforcement officers and helicopters involved in the operation. No officers were hurt during the search.

Residents in and around Iowa Hill have been instructed to secure their homes, lock their doors and stay indoors.

In a Sunday evening update, the sheriff’s office said the search was still underway. Authorities noted that the operation has been complicated by the area’s vast size, thick forests and steep, rugged landscape.

Residents in the Iowa Hill area have been told to lock their doors and remain inside. (Placer County Sheriff’s Office)

As deputies continued looking for Spencer, they discovered a woman’s body and said they believe he was responsible for her death.

“While tactical teams were clearing a residence where Spencer had been earlier, they found an adult woman who had been shot and killed inside,” deputies said. “Based on the investigation so far, Spencer is believed to have killed her before escaping into the nearby forest.”

Several other law enforcement agencies are assisting the Placer County Sheriff’s Office with the ongoing operation.

Manhunt for Derek Spencer

Authorities found an adult woman who they believe was fatally shot by Derek Spencer during the search. (Placer County Sheriff’s Office)

“Teams will continue searching through the night and will not let up until we locate this armed and extremely dangerous individual,” the sheriff’s office said.

The sheriff’s office said Spencer is bald and has a goatee.

Australia Set to Rely Even More on Migration for Population Growth

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Australia is on course for a major demographic transformation, with deaths expected to surpass births by the 2060s as fertility rates decline and the population grows older. From that point, net migration would become the nation’s only source of population growth.

Treasurer Jim Chalmers said migration would remain vital as Australia faces a smaller proportion of younger people alongside a rapidly ageing population.

‘Despite these pressures, we’re better placed than many others. Migration will play a role here too, an important source of skills that complements our domestic workforce.’

According to the report, new migrants have a median age of 26, significantly lower than the median age of 38 among Australia’s existing population.

Australia’s population is still forecast to expand, although growth is expected to slow sharply, reaching 39.3 million by 2065–66.

‘Deaths are projected to outnumber births by the 2060s – the first time this has been forecast in an IGR – at which point natural increase will no longer be a driver of population growth,’ the report states.

Japan, South Korea and Germany are among the advanced economies that have already reached this point. For Australia, however, it would represent a profound shift in the country’s demographic outlook.

The national fertility rate is forecast to drop from 1.48 babies per woman today to 1.34 by 2065–66.

Jim Chalmers (pictured) said that Australia was in a better place compared to other nations 

The number of Australians aged under 20 is now expected to rise by only 10.4 per cent by the early 2060s, well below the almost 28 per cent increase predicted in the 2023 report.

By contrast, the population aged 85 and over is projected to triple during the next 40 years.

Chalmers said the fact that Australians are living longer was overwhelmingly positive, even though it would add to pressure on the federal budget.

‘Australians living longer and healthier lives is obviously overwhelmingly a good thing,’ he said.

‘It’s welcome recognition of the quality of our universal healthcare and the contribution that older people make, and it’s worth every dollar of extra pressure that it puts on our budgets.’

An ageing population is expected to intensify pressure on public finances as demand increases for hospitals, aged care, disability support and other healthcare services.

Federal government payments are projected to rise to 27.7 per cent of GDP over the next four decades, with population ageing listed as a major contributor to increased spending.

Chalmers said ageing alone would account for one-third of all additional health expenditure over the next 40 years.

Treasury now forecasts average annual population growth of 0.9 per cent over the next four decades. That is below the 1.1 per cent estimate in the 2023 Intergenerational Report and the 1.4 per cent average recorded over the past 40 years.

One-third of all new health spending over the next 40 years will be driven by ageing alone

One-third of all new health spending over the next 40 years will be driven by ageing alone

Chalmers also appeared to take a veiled swipe at Pauline Hanson while discussing the report.

‘Of course the findings and forecasts in this Report will challenge us and some of them in confronting ways,’ he said.

‘And of course much of it will be weaponised by those who always see things through a more pessimistic and often more political lens.

‘If people are unmoored economically, generationally, they feel disconnected from and disregarded in our politics. At worst, that’s what we’re seeing now. At best, it’s what’s at stake.

‘Accelerating change is putting more pressure on people. It’s eroding trust in the institutions of democracy. It’s exacerbating the strain felt by younger Australians and younger generations in particular.

And so the division in politics now is not between those who accept all of this and those who don’t. It’s between those who prey on it, and pick at it, and politicise it, and catastrophise it, and those who seek to alleviate it.’

He also suggested extending political terms could help governments focus more on long-term challenges. 

‘So much of the incentive in our political system encourages people to think in shorter and shorter term ways, in shorter and shorter term cycles,’ he said.

The Treasurer said Australia’s future prosperity would increasingly depend on emerging industries as the economy adapts to an older population and changing global demand.

He added that renewable energy, critical minerals and AI-powered industries would become increasingly important sources of growth.

Australian Family Leaves Gold Coast for Mortgage-Free Life in Italy

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An Australian family is preparing to leave the Gold Coast for Italy, believing the move could free them from a mortgage and ease the pressure of Australia’s rising cost of living.

Krysti-Glory Gallo, a stylist and designer, and her husband, Ricardo Parata, who works in education, started looking at Italian property late last year as they searched for a more affordable and enjoyable way of life.

The couple found a three-bedroom terrace in the historic Tuscan city of Lucca priced at €205,000, or approximately $330,500. They intend to move there with their two children, aged seven and 11, in February 2027.

Ms Gallo told Daily Mail that relocating felt like an obvious choice, particularly as the family faced paying off the remaining $600,000 mortgage on their Gold Coast property.

“We realised moving overseas was a better option than staying in Australia when my wage no longer covered our mortgage,” Ms Gallo said.

The family bought their current home for $525,000 in 2023 and expects to sell it for roughly $1 million towards the end of 2026.

Ms Gallo calculated that paying the loan across its full 30-year term would have brought the total cost of the mortgage to about $1.295 million.

After clearing the outstanding debt, the couple expects to retain approximately $450,000 in equity from the sale.

Krysti-Glory Gallo, who works in styling and design, and her husband Ricardo Parata, an education worker, began searching for homes in Italy late last year after soaring living costs became unmanageable

Krysti-Glory Gallo, a stylist and designer, and her husband Ricardo Parata, an education worker, began exploring homes in Italy late last year as Australia’s rising living costs placed increasing strain on their finances

“We knew that, regardless of how much equity was tied up in our home, we could not access it while the cost of living kept climbing,” Ms Gallo said.

She said the expected $450,000 profit would give the family enough capital to replace their Gold Coast home with a similarly sized property in Italy.

“We can take that equity to Italy, own our home outright and begin with 100 per cent equity from the very first day.”

Ms Gallo believes the move will also give the family greater financial breathing room and reduce the daily stress caused by their current expenses.

“Ricardo is working two jobs—one full time, while the other involves nights, weekends and travel—and we still have to check our bank balances before buying basic necessities.

“We could either keep complaining about our circumstances or look for an answer. The answer had been right in front of us all along.”

Together, the couple has three sources of income and earns between $150,000 and $160,000 annually. Even so, they estimate their household spending is at least $120,000 a year.

By owning a home in Italy, they believe they could support their family on an annual budget of around €45,000, equivalent to approximately $72,500.

Ms Gallo also said the relocation would allow the family to live in a more comfortable financial position

Ms Gallo believes moving to Italy will give the family more financial security and allow them to enjoy a less pressured lifestyle

In a series of TikTok videos detailing their relocation journey, Mr Parata said the move was about improving the family’s quality of life rather than earning more money.

“We are not changing our lifestyle simply because of the income. We are changing it so we can genuinely enjoy our lives,” he said.

“Any additional income is simply a bonus.”

‘One thing I will add is that Italian incomes are a lot less than Australian incomes, but when cost of living is a lot less, you can do more with your income.’

Their Italian home will be ‘like for like’ with their Gold Coast townhouse, with three bedrooms and two bathrooms spread across three levels. 

However, its 30sqm garden meant the property was also an upgrade.

‘We actually have more land in Italy now with a decent yard for our kids,’ Ms Gallo said.

‘Although it has been renovated completely (roofing, plumbing, electrical and heating), we will update it to make it our own aesthetically.’

They came across a €205,000 (about $330,500) three-bedroom terrace in the historic Tuscan city of Lucca that they plan to move into in February 2027 with their two children, aged seven and 11

They came across a €205,000 (about $330,500) three-bedroom terrace in the historic Tuscan city of Lucca that they plan to move into in February 2027 with their two children, aged seven and 11 

Although the Lucca property was one suburb away from their preferred area, Ms Gallo said they were attracted by its proximity to shops, other amenities and the local school.

Although the Lucca property was one suburb away from their preferred area, Ms Gallo said they were attracted by its proximity to shops, other amenities and the local school. 

She estimated the completed renovations would have cost them about €70,000 (A$112,746) if they completed it themselves. 

Although the Lucca property was one suburb away from their preferred area, Ms Gallo said they were attracted by its proximity to shops, other amenities and the local school. 

‘It had everything we needed and it is ready to live in right now,’ she said on TikTok.

‘It’s literally a five-to-10 minute bike ride to the suburb we were originally looking at and the children can still walk to the local school. 

‘Our youngest will go to school 200m across the road.’

Ms Gallo told Daily Mail she was looking forward to the family enjoying a better quality of life in Italy. 

‘At the moment, no matter what we have done to simplify our life, it just never seems like we have a minute spare to breathe and our time together is rushed,’ she said.

‘We hope that our days don’t feel long.’

The couple purchased their current property in 2023 for $525,000 and expect to sell it for about $1 million later in 2026

The couple purchased their current property in 2023 for $525,000 and expect to sell it for about $1 million later in 2026 

She said the family would also spend some weekends travelling to other countries.

‘We can fly to places like [the] UK, Germany and Greece for the weekend for the price it costs to fill up Ricardo’s ute.’

Although her children were initially hesitant about the move, Ms Gallo said they understood the benefits of experiencing the other side of the world.  

‘The boys naturally took time to understand the reason behind the move, but our oldest is now aware of what it costs to keep a house here in Australia and the challenges that we are facing,’ she said.

‘They’re also aware that they will finally be able to experience the other half of their culture. 

‘Ricardo and I are both Italian, so for them to have dual citizenship and eventually be bilingual will only open doors for them as adults.’ 

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Troy Jackson Downplays Socialist Ties After DSA, Hasan Piker Backing

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Troy Jackson, the Democratic Senate candidate in Maine, is working to distance himself from the far-left label, rejecting the socialist description despite past support from controversial streamer Hasan Piker and the Maine chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America.

“I don’t really consider myself anything. I’m upset a lot at the Democratic Party. What I know is I fight for working-class people,” Jackson told CNN’s Manu Raju when asked whether he considers himself a socialist.

Jackson swiftly became the grassroots movement’s preferred choice to replace scandal-plagued oyster farmer Graham Platner, who ended his campaign after being accused of rape, an allegation he denied.

Progressive activists inferred that Jackson shared many of Platner’s views. The two men had campaigned together repeatedly, and Jackson served as president of the Maine Senate from 2018 to 2024.

“[I]f the dem establishment think [sic] that they can risk the senate majority by not replacing platner with an acceptable substitute – we will be risking a loss to susan collins,” Piker wrote on X as Democrats scrambled to find a replacement for Platner. “[T]roy jackson is him!”

Piker, who drew widespread criticism after saying in 2019 that “America deserved 9/11” — comments he later said he regretted because they supplied ammunition to conservative opponents — has become a liability for Democrats in the political arena.

Piker’s association with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed has further complicated Democratic efforts to retain Michigan’s Senate seat, while giving Republicans an opening for attacks that have prompted other Democrats to keep their distance.

“No, I honestly had never. I actually didn’t know a lot about him either,” Jackson said earlier this month on Crooked Media’s “What a Day” podcast when asked about Piker.

Jackson also received the Maine DSA’s endorsement during his campaign for governor — an endorsement he highlighted proudly on social media in May.

“To the loggers, farmers, teachers, truck drivers, nurses, postal workers, shipbuilders, childcare providers, and everyone else who makes this state run while getting run down in the process: let’s take back what’s ours,” he wrote on X at the time.

Jackson finished third in Maine’s Democratic gubernatorial primary. His allies now emphasize that the Maine DSA has not endorsed anyone in the Senate contest.

The national DSA has effectively advocated abolishing the executive branch and the Senate, while also calling for a Supreme Court subordinate to Congress.

“No,” Jackson told MS NOW’s “Morning Joe” when asked whether he supports the national DSA platform. “But, I mean, what I do support is a government that works for everyday people.”

Jackson’s appeal among progressive grassroots voters is partly rooted in his role leading Sen. Bernie Sanders’ 2016 presidential campaign operations in Maine.

Sanders later returned the favor, endorsing Jackson during his gubernatorial campaign and again in the current Senate race.

Jackson holds a 1.8 percentage-point lead over Republican incumbent Sen. Susan Collins, according to the latest RealClearPolitics polling average. Collins, however, has a record of significantly outperforming polling projections.

Taylor Swift Embraces WAG Style in Chiefs Top to Cheer Travis

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Taylor Swift embraced her role as a football WAG on Sunday night, passionately supporting her husband, Travis Kelce, as the Kansas City Chiefs faced the Indianapolis Colts.

The billionaire pop star, 36, opted for an unexpectedly budget-friendly game-day outfit, showing off her toned arms in a tiny Kansas City Chiefs tank top.

The 100 percent cotton Erin Andrews top is priced at just $39.99.

At one point, Swift celebrated Kelce’s touchdown by pointing toward her wedding ring.

“That’s my husband!” the superstar reportedly shouted from her luxury suite, where she watched the game with her parents, Scott and Andrea Swift, and her mother-in-law, Donna Kelce.

The appearance came nearly three months after Swift and Kelce, both 36, were married at Madison Square Garden on July 3.

Taylor Swift, 36, showed off her WAG credentials as she cheered on husband Travis Kelce during his game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday night

Taylor Swift, 36, highlighted her WAG credentials while cheering for husband Travis Kelce during his game against the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday night

The billionaire superstar rocked a surprisingly affordable look for the game, putting her toned arms on display in a tiny Kansas City Chiefs tank top that retails for $39.99

The billionaire star wore a $39.99 Kansas City Chiefs tank top that showed off her toned arms

Kelce returned to NFL action as the Chiefs aimed to follow up their season-opening victory over the Denver Broncos on Monday night.

Swift had skipped the Emmy Awards to watch from the stands during Week 1, when she was joined by Hollywood legend Tom Cruise. The singer-songwriter was back in the crowd Sunday as the Colts traveled to Kansas City.

During the first quarter, Kelce caught a pass from quarterback Patrick Mahomes for the Chiefs’ opening touchdown. Cameras then captured Swift celebrating in her suite as she pointed to her ring.

Reports have valued the ring at as much as $1 million.

Swift and Kelce exchanged vows in front of 1,000 guests this summer, renting out the world-famous arena for a celebration attended by loved ones and numerous A-list stars from the music and film industries.

The newlyweds also stepped out Saturday night to celebrate the 31st birthday of Kelce’s Chiefs teammate, Patrick Mahomes, at 1587 Prime—the steakhouse opened by the quarterback and tight end last year.

Fewer than 24 hours later, Kelce was back to work, arriving at Arrowhead Stadium in a striking outfit.

The veteran athlete, who has flirted with retirement in recent seasons, wore a Louis Vuitton jacket featuring a black-and-blue pattern and an “LV” logo across the chest.

Taylor Swift pointed toward her reported $1 million ring while celebrating Travis Kelce’s touchdown

Kelce scored the Chiefs' opening touchdown in Sunday night's showdown at Arrowhead

Kelce scored the Chiefs’ first touchdown during Sunday night’s matchup at Arrowhead Stadium

The pop superstar was at Arrowhead alongside her parents and mother-in-law Donna Kelce

The pop superstar watched from Arrowhead Stadium alongside her parents and mother-in-law Donna Kelce

The singer was engrossed in the lively game while watching from her suite

Swift remained engrossed in the action as she followed the game from her suite

It comes nearly three months after she tied the knot with Kelce, also 36, at Madison Square Garden on July 3

It comes nearly three months after she tied the knot with Kelce, also 36, at Madison Square Garden on July 3 

Earlier this week, Kelce was named as one of the victims in a huge Ponzi scheme that saw a man scam more than $35 million from oblivious investors.

He was named in federal court on Tuesday as one of the people who lost money in the scheme, which has led to Siddharth Jawahar being sentenced to 11 years in prison.

As revealed in a press release by the US Attorney’s office, Jawahar – an illegal immigrant – ran Swiftarc Capital LLC and was found to have funneled nearly all of his clients’ money into one investment: Philip Morris Pakistan.

Federal prosecutors claim that when that investment didn’t work out, Jawahar lied to Kelce and the other victims about how their money was performing, while also using new investor cash to pay earlier clients in a massive Ponzi scheme.

What’s more, the court heard that Jawahar, 38, used Kelce’s cash to live the high life, only investing around $10 million of the $35 million he was given by the various investors, and splashing out on private jets, luxury hotel rooms and restaurants.

It has not yet been revealed exactly how much Kelce lost in the scam, and prosecutors made clear that he is a victim and not accused of any wrongdoing.