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The Porsche 911 Brutally Outclasses The Mercedes-AMG GT In One Extremely Important Department

Wilhelm's first experience as a motoring writer came in the early 2000s during job shadowing at Auto Express and Autocar magazines in the UK. Subsequently, he became a full-time motoring writer, contributing to websites and magazines across South Africa, the UK, the USA, and Germany. In South Africa, he has built a strong client base of owners and collectors who have given him access to their cars for feature stories. Depreciation can turn yesterday's exotic into a used-car bargain, bringing once-unattainable performance machines within reach of buyers who might otherwise consider a new mainstream sedan. However, a tempting sticker price does not necessarily make an expensive performance car a smart financial decision. High repair bills, potential mechanical problems, and ongoing maintenance costs can quickly erode the savings made at purchase. Long-term value retention also matters, particularly for buyers who plan to sell their cars eventually. Before celebrating a seemingly incredible deal, it pays to look beyond the asking price and consider the true cost of ownership.

CarBuzz·
Regional

Finding relief at The Screaming Collective

LocalishTuesday, October 20, 2026 4:06PMScream therapy? Instead of bottling up their frustrations, The Screaming Collective is letting it all out. HOUSTON, Texas -- Sometimes, all you need is a good scream. That's the idea behind The Screaming Collective, a gathering that brings strangers together for one simple purpose: to let it all out. Instead of bottling up their frustrations, participants come together to scream at the top of their lungs in what some describe as a freeing experience. Xa Carter started these meetups over the summer and told ABC13 that each gathering kept growing. "Right now, we are going through a lot economically and politically," Carter said. "We need a space to let out our scream. "The next gathering is Saturday, October 24th at 6 p.m. in Galveston. You can find more information on their Instagram. If you can't make it, Carter also plans to launch a hotline on October 25th where people can call and scream live on their TikTok page.

United States·ABC7 New York·
Entertainment

Comedian Russell Brand anally raped me, woman tells UK trial - The Straits Times

LONDON - British actor and comedian Russell Brand anally raped a woman who had willingly gone to his house for consensual sex, ignoring her pleas for him to stop, the accuser told police in an interview played to a London court on Oct 20. Brand, once one of Britain’s most high-profile broadcasters and the former husband of US singer Katy Perry, is on trial accused of three counts of rape, three of sexual assault and one of indecent assault against six women between 1999 and 2009. The 51-year-old denies the allegations, and told police after his arrest that he had never engaged in non-consensual sexual activity and the accusers might have re-imagined events. On Oct 20, Southwark Crown Court heard testimony from the final three accusers. In a police interview played to the court, one of the women, who said she was a massive fan of the comedian, recounted she had met Brand in 2009 after he “selected” her and a friend in the foyer to go for a drink after they had gone to one of his gigs. Later, she said she and another woman went back to his dressing room where there was a sexual encounter, but she did not have penetrative sex with him.

The Straits Times·
Gaming

Cyberpunk TCG Reveals Edgerunners: Burn Bright Set for Spring 2027

Updated: Oct 20, 2026 4:06pm UTCAfter an immensely successful Kickstarter campaign, the first set of the Cyberpunk Trading Card game is now rolling out to stores and backers. But, like any other TCG out there, once one set releases, thoughts and eyes start looking towards what’s next and coinciding with the release of Netflix’s Cyberpunk: Edgerunners 2 today, the folks at WeirdCo are starting to peel back the digital curtain on what (and when) you and your crew can expect from the second set. Along with some sweet art reveals, exclusively here on IGN. Launching in Spring 2027, Cyberpunk TCG – Edgerunners: Burn Bright, looks to feature and bring Netflix’s Cyberpunk: Edgerunners anime into the world of trading card games. Specifics around the set itself, such as what products it will include or how many new cards it will add to the mix remains a mystery, with the team planning a host of card reveals and details in the coming months. That said, we do have some confirmations, and samples, of some of the artwork players will see on their new cards, including the likes of Maine and Falco from David’s crew in the anime!

IGN·

Princess Kate Dipped Into the Most Elegant Curtsy While Greeting the Sultan of Oman Today - Harper's BAZAAR

WPA Pool//Getty ImagesPrincess Catherine will always master a curtsy, and she pulled off a particularly elegant one today, as she greeted Sultan Haitham bin Tarik, the sultan of Oman, in Windsor, England. Kate joined Prince William, King Charles III, and Queen Camilla to welcome the Middle Eastern monarch during his historic visit to the United Kingdom (his first official visit as sultan and the first visit from an Omani sultan to Britain in 44 years). The British royals held a ceremony on the Royal Dais at Datchet Road for the sultan’s arrival, and as she greeted him, Kate dipped into a low, poised curtsy while maintaining her posh posture and bright smile. A true princess. WPA Pool//Getty ImagesFor the occasion, the Princess of Wales wore an emerald-green coatdress from Alexander McQueen, which she layered over a lacy black high-neck top and paired with other green accessories, including a hat, a mini bag, and velvet Manolo Blahnik heels. So, when does Kate curtsy? The princess curtsies during formal greetings to senior members of the royal family and visiting heads of state.

Harper's BAZAAR·
Automotive

How Different Is A MotoGP Bike From A Top-Tier Superbike?

Do you ever wonder how different prototype racers really are from their production-based siblings? How well your skills at street driving would translate to something like a GT3 car, compared to a full F1 chassis? The lucky folks at Cycle News got to answer the two-wheeled version of that question earlier this year, when they rode Nicolo Bulega's WorldSBK Ducati Panigale V4 R back to back with Marc Marquez's MotoGP Ducati Desmosedici GP26. I'm not jealous at all. The folks from Cycle News were invited out to a Ducati owner day, where the (presumably most well-off) fans of sporty Italian bikes got to turn laps of Misano World Circuit on both the WorldSBK Panigale and the MotoGP GP26. Both bikes have functional aero elements, big temperature-dependent brakes, and even V4 engines, so Cycle News set out to figure out just how different the two bikes are. As it turns out, they're more different than they are similar, and it comes down to far more than just power and weight.

Jalopnik·
Sports

Preview: Jack Roslovic plays for his hometown crowd - PPP Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs @ Columbus Blue Jackets07:00 PM at Nationwide ArenaWatch on: SN, CBJNHL, CBJHNThe Leafs last game was at home on October 19 against the San Jose Sharks, which Toronto won by a score of 3-1 in regulation. The Leafs have a record of 4-4-2 for a 0.500 Points %. The Columbus Blue Jackets last played away on October 18 against the Minnesota Wild. The Blue Jackets lost by a score of 2-1 in regulation, and their current league record is 3-4-0 for a 0.429 Points %. ThemThe Blue Jackets spent the summer putting on a soap opera about player contracts, the team, their chances of winning, and the list of players that wanted out. Two of the escapees, Elvis Merzlikins and Kirill Marchenko, ended up in Toronto. While Merzlikins immediately decamped to Switzerland to recover from surgery, Marchenko got busy playing with a better centre than he had been before. Meanwhile, Adam Fantilli, Marchenko's former linemate, spent training camp negotiating his big contract. The initial results for him and the team – now that Matt Knies is his winger – have been disappointing. It's only October, and they've already kicked off the "how many times can the coach call you out" conversation.

PPP Leafs·
Automotive

These Are the 10 Bestselling EVs of 2026

10Kia EV9: 12,429 units soldAndi Hedrick|Car and DriverKia’s three-row electric SUV has snuck back into the top ten, despite a third quarter that was 28 percent worse than Q3 2025. Sales for the EV9 through the first three quarters are essentially flat, with the EV9 moving 12,448 units over the same period last year. The EV9 is Kia’s bestselling EV this year, with nearly double the sales of the EV6. The affordable EV3 just started reaching dealerships, moving 520 units so far. Read More9Honda Prologue: 13,289 units soldMichael Simari|Car and DriverHonda has decided to discontinue the Prologue after the 2026 model year, but there are still enough units left on lots for the compact electric SUV to remain in the top ten. Sales of the Prologue in Q3 were down 76 percent year-over-year, while sales for the first nine months of the year have dropped 64 percent. Read MoreAdvertisement - Continue Reading Below8Rivian EDV: 15,685 units sold (estimated)RivianRivian’s electric van has popped up into the top ten after a phenomenal third quarter that was 221 percent better than the same period last year, according to estimates from Cox Automotive.

Car and Driver·
Regional

Two arrested after firearm discharged in Haines Junction - Yukon News

Two arrests have been made while an investigation remains ongoing after a firearm was discharged in the community of Haines Junction on Oct, 16. According to an RCMP press release officers first responded to a report that a firearm had been discharged in the community shortly before 1:00 p.m.

Canada·Yukon News·
Regional

Why food benefits usage is at its lowest since the Great Recession

Support WBUR05:18A person loads groceries in plastic bags into their vehicle, May 18, 2026, at a grocery store in Cincinnati. (Joshua A. Bickel/AP)Here & Now's Lisa Mullins speaks with food policy journalist Helena Bottemiller Evich about why the number of people receiving federal food assistance has hit its lowest point in nearly 20 years. Experts chalk up a lot of it to the One Big Beautiful Bill, which made the largest cuts to the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program in its history. This segment aired on October 20, 2026. Here & Now: Editors' Picks

United States·WBUR·
Gaming

Steady yourself, Mortal Shell 2's Rotten Autumn update comes packed with 15 new dungeons, a photo mode, an alternative soundtrack, and a neat pumpkin helmet

How's your autumn going? Mine's fine so far, I've switched back to hot beverages, as much as every cell in my being screams to ask for ice. But I reckon that sounds better than the autumn Mortal Shell 2 is having, given the name of the Soulslike's next seasonal update: Rotten Autumn. Sounds bad! In practice, however, it's quite an expansive sounding update that's already out. For starters, each shell has new shells to customise yourself with, a few of which can be seen in the trailer below. I'm particularly fond of the one that's just an incredibly veiny guy wearing a jock strap and a metal pumpkin for a helmet. Interestingly, the game now has a new alternative soundtrack you can pop on, composed by Rotting Christ's Sakis Tolis. Hopefully that means something to the metalheads as it means diddly squat to me.

Rock Paper Shotgun·
Regional

View from Kyiv as Russia hits energy infrastructure

Support WBUR05:46Copy the code below to embed the WBUR audio player on your siteHere & Now NewsroomOctober 20, 2026Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is meeting with U. S. negotiators in Oslo, Norway, on Tuesday, after recent Russian strikes killed 16 and injured 69 across Ukraine. Host Scott Tong gets the latest from Oleksiy Sorokin, co-founder and deputy chief editor at the Kyiv Independent. This segment aired on October 20, 2026.

United States·WBUR·
Regional

New Jersey Organizations Making a Difference in the Fight Against Breast Cancer - 95.9 The RAT

A breast cancer diagnosis can bring questions about treatment, finances, and everyday life. Across New Jersey, nonprofits and community groups offer education, emotional support, and practical help for patients and their families. Here are several organizations worth knowing about. AAngelsNJBased in Montclair, AAngelsNJ provides breast health education and cancer awareness resources at community events throughout New Jersey. Trained representatives share information about early detection and answer questions. The organization also offers a survivor support group where participants share experiences and practical advice, sometimes joined by professional guest speakers. To join the group or request representatives for an event, email info@aangelsnj.org. South Jersey Breast Cancer CoalitionFounded by breast cancer survivors in 1996, the South Jersey Breast Cancer Coalition works to improve access to screening and treatment through education, outreach, and advocacy. It also supports legislation to protect people affected by breast cancer. Its Carolyn J. Ochs Assistance Fund helps families cover everyday expenses during treatment, including childcare, transportation, and utility bills.

United States·95.9 The RAT·
Regional

New paramedic station set to open in eastern P.E.I. next year - CTV News

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Canada·CTV News·
Regional

Multi-nation Indigenous mural debuts by uOttawa station

Ottawa·NewArtists from various Indigenous backgrounds worked together on an extensive bike path mural at the uOttawa station entrance to the University of Ottawa campus. Algonquin, Cree, Inuk, Kanien'kehá:ka and Métis artists collaborate on University of Ottawa muralGregory Conway · CBC News · Posted: Oct 20, 2026 12:02 PM EDT | Last Updated: 18 minutes agoListen to this articleEstimated 3 minutesThe audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. The University of Ottawa has taken steps to promote Indigenous aesthetics at this entrance to its campus. (Gregory Conway/CBC)O-Train commuters have a refreshed view as a sprawling mural now adorns a bike path viewable from the uOttawa LRT station. The University of Ottawa mural by the train station entrance to campus brought together five artists from diverse Indigenous backgrounds to contribute to the bike path artwork. Many styles of art reconcile in the work by Miskomin Twenish (Algonquin), Chris Chipak (Cree), Aija Komangapik (Inuk), Victoria Ransom (Kanien'kehá:ka) and Bre Quirion (Métis).

Canada·CBC·
Regional

R.I. Democratic Party chair faces calls to resign after husband indicted in $20 million fraud scheme

“These are serious and concerning allegations,” Foulkes said in a statement. “While everyone is entitled to due process, we are weeks away from a pivotal election that will determine the future of our state for years to come. I thank Liz for her service, but in the best interest of the future of Rhode Island, she should step aside at this time.”Get Rhode MapA weekday briefing from veteran Rhode Island reporters, focused on the things that matter most in the Ocean State. Enter EmailGuckian called the matter “an enormous scandal, and the Democratic Party cannot pretend it’s business as usual.”“I’m calling on Liz Perik to step down as chair,” Guckian said in a statement. “This is about restoring public confidence, not assigning guilt by association.”Beretta-Perik, who is not named in the indictment and is not charged with a crime, did not immediately return calls and texts seeking comment. A prolific Democratic fundraiser, Beretta-Perik was elected chairwoman of the Rhode Island Democratic Party in 2023, becoming the first woman to hold that position. Michael Perik, of Jamestown, R.

United States·The Boston Globe·
Regional

Canadian man who stole Las Vegas flamingo convicted of animal cruelty

A Canadian tourist was convicted of animal cruelty charges Monday for snatching a flamingo named Peachy from its enclosure at the Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel and Casino on March 3. Prosecutors said it was a malicious prank while a lawyer for tourist Mitchell Fairbarn said it was drunken foolishness not meant to harm the bird, according to The Associated Press. Fairbarn, 34, was seen on security camera around 5 a.m. on March 3, hopping a fence to get inside the flamingo habitat. He had been charged after taking the 27-year-old Chilean flamingo from the habitat and carrying the bird to his hotel room.

Canada·Global News·