DEAR ABBY: My husband and I, a same-sex couple, have never seen eye to eye with my sister and her spouse. Over the 17 years we’ve known each other, the friction between them has only intensified. I suspect my sister might harbor feelings of rivalry or envy towards our relationship. She often appears self-centered, while her husband remains aloof and withdrawn.

We meet them annually for a few days, but my husband now chooses to avoid these encounters altogether, even preferring to stay at a hotel during part of their visit. I find myself caught in a dilemma: I empathize with my husband’s feelings of being slighted, yet it pains me that my sole close family isn’t genuinely welcome in our residence. What should I do? — AWKWARD SIS-UATION

DEAR SIS-UATION: If your sister and her husband fail to extend genuine warmth to your husband, it’s understandable why he might not feel inclined to greet them cheerfully. Since you’re already covering the cost of a hotel, why not accommodate them there and arrange to meet them outside your home for meals or other activities? By letting your husband limit his interactions with them without retreating from his own space, the discomfort might lessen.

DEAR ABBY: As a 36-year-old divorced man, I’ve been cohabitating with my girlfriend for a year. She is far more accomplished and worldly than I am, which she frequently points out during disagreements. How should I handle this situation? — FEELING INFERIOR IN TEXAS

DEAR INFERIOR: Your girlfriend’s behavior fits the description of an intellectual bully. While she may excel in sophistication, her interpersonal skills leave much to be desired. Her inability to engage in fair disputes could ultimately push you away. Communicate this to her—it might lead to a change.

DEAR ABBY: I am a 32-year-old single gay man. I’m no longer looking for a relationship. I feel increasingly comfortable in my own skin while keeping a healthy distance from 95% of people. I have become like this during the past three to five years because I have my own drama to deal with and can’t handle anyone else’s drama on top of it. 

It’s not that I don’t like people, I have just reached the point where I’m increasingly less trusting of people, in general, including my employers at the company for which I drive a truck long distance. Just wanted to know what your thoughts are on this. — ALONE IN NORTH CAROLINA

DEAR ALONE: At age 32, you are still a young man with a long life ahead of you. I’m sorry you didn’t mention what has happened to you that has made you less and less trusting of others — it would have been helpful, because relationships are important. My thought on this is: You need to make an appointment at the nearest LGBTQ community center and talk to a therapist about this. And, if necessary, consider looking for another company to drive for — or even a career change — because it isn’t healthy to have to look over your shoulder 24/7.

Dear Abby is written by Abigail Van Buren, also known as Jeanne Phillips, and was founded by her mother, Pauline Phillips. Contact Dear Abby at or P.O. Box 69440, Los Angeles, CA 90069.

A man in his sixties has vanished while trekking near Lake Tahoe, California, and it’s been nearly a week since his disappearance, prompting an urgent search effort.

Identified as Jason Coughran, the 60-year-old was last seen on May 25 as he embarked on a hike from Fallen Leaf Lake into the Desolation Wilderness, according to a statement from the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office. Details of his disappearance were shared via their official Facebook page.

This wilderness region, sprawling over 63,930 acres just to the west of Lake Tahoe, is known for its dramatic landscapes shaped by glaciers, featuring valleys and lakes.

Authorities reported that Coughran was last in contact around 4 p.m. on the day he went missing.

Further information from a missing person’s flyer indicated that Coughran was possibly seen hiking near Angora Peak approximately five hours prior to his last communication.

He was described as a 6-foot-2, 150 pound male adult with brown hair, hazel eyes, an athletic build and believed to be wearing khaki shorts.

Ground teams, K9 units and helicopters from El Dorado County’s Echo One and Washoe County in Nevada have been used in the search for Coughran so far, according to the Mountain Messenger.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services joined the search mission on Friday.

Jason Coughran, 60, has been missing since May 25 after vanishing while hiking into the Desolation Wilderness area from Fallen Leaf Lake

Coughran was last heard from on May 25 at about 4pm. It was believed Coughran was seen hiking near Angora Peak roughly five hours earlier

A friend of Coughran’s, who identified herself as Rachel, posted photos of the 60-year-old’s day hike in the Desperation Wilderness

The 63,930-acre area of wilderness land is located just west of Lake Tahoe and features glacially-formed valleys and lakes

The weather in Lake Tahoe was clear and mild when Coughran went missing on Monday, but turned much colder and windier by the following afternoon.

Light snow and fog were also seen that day, according to the San Francisco Chronicle.

South Lake Tahoe Airport recorded gusts that topped 40 miles per hour.

On Saturday night, some fog was expected around 1am but it was otherwise clear with calm wind and a low of 33 F.

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office noted that the weather could be ‘unpredictable in the high elevations,’ which would include Angora Peak.

Hikers were urged to plan accordingly when venturing into the wilderness.

A Reddit user, who identified herself as Rachel and said she was Coughran’s friend, said the best way to help him was by ‘staying off the trails and letting the professionals collect the data they need to collect to determine where he may have gone.’

‘If we go out there by ourselves, we risk stepping on what may have been his footprints, or impacting other data that could lead to his ultimate rescue or recovery,’ she added.

The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office said Saturday night that 192 personnel were working on the search mission

Photos and video released by the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services showed helicopters being used in the effort

An Air National Guard CH-47 Chinook helicopter dropped off 80 search-and-rescue volunteers into Desolation Wilderness to keep looking for Coughran

On top of that, authorities announced that 50 volunteers would remain in the wilderness overnight to continue the effort

Rachel said Coughran had her old Apple Watch, but that the ‘find my’ feature showed its last signal at their apartment complex.

She also posted photos of Coughran’s day hike in an attempt to obtain more information about his possible whereabouts.

As of Saturday night, 192 personnel were working on the search and rescue effort, according to the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office.

Law enforcement said an Air National Guard CH-47 Chinook helicopter had dropped off 80 search-and-rescue volunteers into Desolation Wilderness.

Meanwhile, another 60 volunteers entered by vehicle, with 50 of them set to stay overnight to continue looking for Coughran.

The California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services, which says on its website that it is responsible for ‘protecting Californians’ lives and property,’ described the search rescue as a ‘large-scale’ operation.

Drones and helicopters, which could be seen in footage released by the agency, were being used in the search.

The Daily Mail has reached out to the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office and the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services for comment.

Now that’s commitment.

After wrapping up a late-night shoot for the second season of “The Lowdown” in Tulsa, Oklahoma, Ethan Hawke caught a flight to Hollywood to attend the Emmys “For Your Consideration” event for the series. The show has marked a significant milestone in his career.

“This is a first for me! I’ve never experienced a second season for any project before,” Hawke shared with On The Red Carpet.

In the series, Hawke takes on the role of Lee Raybon, a rare book dealer and author determined to unveil the corruption plaguing his cherished city of Tulsa. The first season, praised by critics, follows Lee as he investigates the mysterious suicide of Dale Washberg, the outcast of the influential Washberg family. His relentless pursuit of the truth puts him in the dangerous orbit of some of the city’s most formidable figures.

“These are the roles that ignite a passion for acting,” Hawke explained. “Characters that resonate with you and stories you feel compelled to tell.”

Hawke, who is also an executive producer on the show, said they’re currently in the thick of filming.

Betty Gilpin, Austin Amelio, Martha Plimpton and Clifton Collins, Jr. have been added to the cast, along with Tommy Lee Jones.

“He’s always been one of my favorite actors and he’s come to Tulsa guns blazing,” Hawke said. “We’ve been having a great time working together.”

“It’s a little bit daunting in that you can have the second album jitters. But in the same level it’s, ‘well it’s the same band, we know what we’re doing, and we can do it better,’” he said.

“The second season, the stakes just get higher,” said Sterlin Harjo, the show’s creator, writer and director. “Lee’s personal life, I think the stakes are raised. And also his personal life, even more so than the first season, is intersecting with the dangers of his job.”

“Everything’s getting more tangled up and I feel like it’s a bit of a pressure cooker around Ethan’s character, Lee. And, you know, the fun is watching how he responds to it all,” Harjo added.

Season one of “The Lowdown” is currently streaming on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.

The Walt Disney Company is the parent company of FX, Hulu and this ABC station.

In Virginia, authorities have launched an extensive and coordinated search for a suspect considered “armed and extremely dangerous,” following an attack on two deputies during a welfare check on Friday night. This incident resulted in the death of a military veteran and left another officer injured.

Carroll County Sheriff Kevin Kemp confirmed that Deputy Logan Utt, aged 31, lost his life during the ambush.

To aid in the search, the US Marshals Service has announced a $10,000 reward for information leading to the capture of the suspect, Michael Puckett.

The tragic event took place shortly before 9:30 p.m. local time, as two deputies responded to a request from a concerned family member for a welfare check at a residence.

Upon their arrival, the suspect, Puckett, allegedly opened fire on the deputies, resulting in Utt’s death and the wounding of the second officer, who survived thanks to his ballistic vest, authorities reported.

The deputies returned fire, but Puckett fled the scene and remains at large.

The sheriff’s office warned the public not to approach him and call 911 immediately if he is spotted. 

Utt joined the force in 2023 after serving the nation as a military veteran.

“Becoming a deputy sheriff was a lifelong dream, and he worked every day to make Carroll County a safer place,” Kemp wrote in a statement Saturday. “Today, Carroll County has lost a hero, and a family has suffered an unimaginable loss.”

Utt leaves behind a wife and children. The wounded deputy is recovering in stable condition.

Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger confirmed her office is closely monitoring the situation, urging anyone with information on Puckett’s whereabouts to come forward.

“Deputy Logan Utt’s sacrifice is a testament to his bravery and dedication to his community,” Spanberger wrote in a statement on X. “Adam and I are praying for Deputy Utt’s family, the injured officer during his recovery, and for the safety of all of our courageous men and women in law enforcement.”

The Virginia State Police is leading the investigation.

The search for Matt Brown, a star of the reality TV show “Alaskan Bush People,” has come to a heartbreaking conclusion. The 43-year-old was found deceased on Saturday.

Matt’s brother, Bear Brown, shared the sad news through a TikTok video, disclosing that a body had been discovered in a river located in northern Washington state just a few hours prior.

Authorities later confirmed the body to be that of Matt Brown. His brother Noah was present and assisted law enforcement in retrieving Matt’s body from the water.

Bear indicated that Matt may have died by suicide, noting the presence of a wound that appeared to be self-inflicted, although he did not specify the wound’s exact location or severity.

“I never imagined he would harm himself,” Bear expressed to his TikTok audience, reflecting on Matt’s struggles with drug and alcohol addiction, which he battled before his untimely death.

‘He struggled for a long time with addiction and I was so worried for a long time that he was going to OD. I didn’t think that he would hurt himself.’ 

Brown appeared on Alaskan Bush People with his family from 2014-2018. 

The desperate search for Alaskan Bush People star Matt Brown has come to a tragic end as the 43-year-old was discovered dead on Saturday 

Bear said that the coroner allowed him and other family members to see Brown’s body following his retrieval from the river.

Bear also asked that the public ‘respect [the] family’ amid their grieving and to ‘watch the comments’ that they leave on social media about Brown.

‘Sometimes words can hurt more than fists can,’ said Bear, who noted that one of Brown’s last social media posts was about the ‘negativity’ he had received online.

He concluded the TikTok video with a final plea to the public to be ‘kind’ to the Brown family. 

In dispatch audio obtained by TMZ on Saturday, personnel who responded to the scene found a backpack and a phone, but ‘no person or body’ at the time. 

Later, personnel also found an empty holster inside the backpack. 

The holster was believed to hold a revolver and an individual shared in the audio that the gun could have gone in the water with Brown.  

Bear’s heartbreaking update comes just two days after he tearfully revealed on Thursday that multiple witnesses had seen Matt in a river in Okanogan County.

He had voiced fears that his brother may have taken his own life at the time.

Brown, who appeared on Alaskan Bush People from 2014-2018, had vanished days earlier

The news of Brown’s death came hours after authorities suspended the search for the previously unidentified man in Washington’s Okanogan River

The Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office confirmed it is investigating a report of an unidentified man swept away in the Okanogan River on Wednesday.

But on Saturday, TMZ reported that authorities had suspended the search for the unidentified man.

The decision came after an extensive multi-agency search operation failed to uncover any sign of the missing man. 

According to the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office, per the outlet, deputies were joined by Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife personnel, dive teams, sonar operators, boats, personal watercraft and even a cadaver dog as crews combed a widening stretch of the river near Oroville on Friday. 

Despite the massive effort, authorities said no evidence was found.

Officials noted that recent rainfall had caused water levels to rise and currents to intensify throughout the day, making conditions increasingly hazardous for search teams.

Investigators believed the river’s strong flow may have carried the body far beyond the area where he was last seen, significantly complicating recovery efforts.

Bear previously said his last conversation with Brown took place at a Walmart before Bear left for Florida.

‘He called me after that, and he said that he had fallen off the wagon. And I was like, “Well, get back on it, man. Everybody falls off. Just get back on it. Go to rehab if you’ve got to. You’ve got this.”’

‘Everyone thinks that the family has shunned him. That’s not actually the case. 

Brown’s brother Bear voiced fears that Brown may have ‘took his own life’ after ‘witnesses [said] that he was seen in a river’

‘Please be respectful to the family, to my mom especially,” he said. “Please don’t attack my mom. Mom cares very much for Matt and always has.’

Bear said his brother had recently had a ‘really bad breakup’.

Per a Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office press release a caller called 911 on Wednesday, May 27, to report that ‘he had just spoken to a male sitting in the shallow water of the Okanogan River south of Oroville, WA.

‘The caller turned away from the man sitting in the river, heard a sound, turned back toward the man in the water and saw the man was face down in the water drifting away in the current.’

Law Enforcement, Fire and EMS responded to the location but were unable to locate the male in the river. 

The release added, ‘Additional Okanogan County Deputies responded to the location with one boat, two jet ski type watercraft and an aerial drone. Also assisting in the search was the WA Department of Fish and Wildlife with a boat.

‘A firearm was recovered from the water in the area where the male was last seen.

Per a Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office press release a caller called 911 on Wednesday, May 27, to report that ‘he had just spoken to a male sitting in the shallow water of the Okanogan River south of Oroville, WA; stock image of Okanogan County seen above in 2025  

‘The search for the male continued until dark at about 8:45 PM and resumed on in the morning of 5/28/2026 with watercraft, divers and aerial drone. The search is on-going.’

The Daily Mail has contacted the Okanogan County Sheriff’s Office for further comment.

A family member told TMZ they saw Brown around 8am Wednesday near Driscoll Island Wildlife Area off Highway 97 in Oroville, Washington, less than a mile from where the witness saw the man in the river.

If you or someone you know needs help, please call or text the confidential 24/7 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the US on 988. There is also an online chat available at 988lifeline.org.