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Amelia Owens

Journalist · Parenting

Amelia Owens

Crime and courts correspondent.

In the newsroom since 2026 Parenting · Love and relationships

32 articles

Dim server room with blue status lights and a laptop on a cart, its screen glowing out of focus Premium Exclusive

Breach at neighboring country’s security service exposed thousands of staff records

An internal review seen by News. says intruders spent eleven weeks inside a personnel system, raising fears for officers working under cover.

Oct 1, 2026 Close-up of a couple's hands on a cafe table as they talk seriously over coffee in natural light Relationships

Psychologists point to two everyday moments that can decide a relationship’s fate

A five-year study of 300 couples found that how partners respond to small bids for attention, and how they repair after a fight, predicted who stayed together.

Oct 1, 2026 Crowded airport terminal with tired travelers sitting on their luggage, departure screens blurred in the distance Sanctions

Hundreds stranded at Riverton airport as carriers halt flights over new sanctions

Two airlines suspended all routes to a neighboring country overnight after an international summit agreed sanctions on its aviation sector.

Oct 1, 2026 Long conference table with microphones, water glasses and flags before a summit begins Leaders' summit

Regional summit in Riverton agrees new rules on rail links and disaster aid

Leaders of eleven countries signed guidelines for the coming year, including a shared emergency fund and joint border checks on international trains.

Sep 30, 2026 Talent show judging desk with three empty red chairs facing a lit stage in a TV studio New judge

Singer Nora Kell joins the judging panel for the new season of “Rising Stage”

The pop star replaces long-time judge Felix Raines, who leaves after six seasons. Open auditions begin next month in four cities.

Sep 30, 2026 Aerial view of a reopened highway bypass with light traffic in both directions between green fields Premium Infrastructure

Westmoor bypass reopens both ways, but a report flags a costly bridge repair

Traffic is flowing in both directions again after 14 months of works, but an inspection report seen by News. says one bridge joint must be replaced within two years.

Sep 30, 2026 Autumn salad with pear slices, walnuts, goat cheese and greens in a ceramic bowl Recipe

An autumn salad with pear, walnuts and goat cheese that refreshes and energizes

Crisp pear, toasted walnuts and creamy goat cheese with a honey-mustard dressing: a 15-minute salad for lunch or a light dinner.

Sep 30, 2026 Long line of cars with red brake lights on a multi-lane city avenue in low morning sun Traffic

Riverton commuters lose 40 minutes a day as morning gridlock hits a new low

Average rush-hour speeds on the city's busiest avenues fell to 14 km/h last month, even as fuel prices rose for a third month in a row.

Sep 30, 2026 Tired woman at a home office desk holding her head beside a laptop and notes Premium ADHD

ADHD before your period: why some women can barely function, and what helps

Falling estrogen in the days before a period can sharply worsen ADHD symptoms. Doctors say tracking the cycle is the first step to better care.

Sep 30, 2026 Mother dancing with her baby in a carrier on a wedding dance floor as guests smile under warm lights Viral video

Mother nurses baby on a wedding dance floor, and a short video divides the internet

A 14-second clip from a Port Alden wedding has been viewed more than three million times, drawing praise from many parents and criticism from some.

Sep 30, 2026 Gold coins, watches and cash in clear sealed evidence bags on a police table Police

Fake doctor accused of taking cash, gold coins and watches from elderly patients

Police in Westmoor say a man posing as a home-visit doctor collected more than 60,000 euros in cash and valuables from at least nine pensioners.

Sep 30, 2026 Young child comforting a younger sibling on a playground bench on a sunny afternoon Development

Eight signs your child is growing in emotional maturity

Comforting a sibling, waiting their turn and saying sorry without being told are among the signs psychologists look for, though every child develops at their own pace.

Sep 30, 2026 Football coach speaking into microphones at a press conference table, journalists in the foreground National team

Coach Halden backs young keeper and confirms captain is fit for double-header

At his pre-match press conference in Riverton, the national team coach named his squad, ruled out two defenders and shrugged off talk of pressure.

Sep 30, 2026 Silhouettes of a cinema audience watching a bright screen, with the projector beam overhead Premium Film preview

We saw this fall’s films before anyone else. Here are eight worth your ticket

From a fog-bound harbor thriller to a mountain comedy that had a press screening in stitches, our critic picks the titles to plan your autumn around.

Sep 30, 2026 Office worker at a laptop in an open-plan office in the evening, screen glow on the face Privacy

Chatbots at work: what happens to the data employees paste into them?

A survey of 1,200 office workers found that almost half have pasted internal documents into an AI chatbot, often without knowing where the data ends up.

Sep 30, 2026 Kickboxer throwing a high kick in a ring under dramatic side lighting Kickboxing

Riverton to host its biggest kickboxing night in a decade this fall

Home favorite Leon Vasko will fight for a vacant regional title at the top of an 11-bout card, organizers announced on Tuesday.

Sep 29, 2026 Small outdoor wedding in a garden with guests under string lights at golden hour Wedding season

Wedding season on a budget: couples cut guest lists first, keep the photographer

A survey of 1,400 couples found average guest numbers fell from 110 to 75 this year, as garden weddings and weekday ceremonies grow more popular.

Sep 29, 2026 Toddler awake in a crib in a dim nursery lit by a small night light Sleep tips

When a toddler won’t sleep: a pediatrician on what actually helps

A steady routine, a calm bedroom and patience matter more than gadgets, says a Riverton pediatrician who sees exhausted families every week.

Sep 29, 2026 Teenage boy with headphones looking out of a window while a parent stands in the doorway Parenting

When your teenager stops talking: how to rebuild trust without pushing

Pulling away is a normal part of growing up, but it worries parents. Psychologists explain how to stay close when answers shrink to one word.

Sep 29, 2026 School canteen tray with vegetables, fruit and a glass of water, children blurred in the background Child health

Health ministry proposes stricter school food rules as childhood obesity rises

One in four primary school children is now overweight. The plan would ban sugary drinks in schools and add a daily hour of physical activity.

Sep 28, 2026 Explorers with lamps in an ice cave discovering a wall of glowing ancient symbols Streaming

‘Beneath the Ice’ tops the streaming charts: why viewers can’t stop watching

The polar thriller about scientists who find glowing symbols in a glacier cave logged 41 million viewing hours in its first week.

Sep 28, 2026 Small open suitcase neatly packed with summer clothes, sunglasses, a hat and sandals on a white bed Travel tips

Four days at the beach, one small suitcase: how to pack it right

A short list, a simple color plan and a few rolling tricks are all it takes to fit a long beach weekend into a carry-on.

Sep 28, 2026 Bouquet of flowers lying on a kitchen table next to a phone in quiet morning light Trust

Small lies, big cracks: why honesty matters more than grand gestures

Flowers and surprises can't repair what everyday half-truths wear down, therapists say. Here is what builds trust instead.

Sep 27, 2026 Gloved hands holding a smartphone showing a low-battery icon on a snowy street in cold blue light Explainer

Why your phone battery drains faster when the weather turns cold

Cold slows the chemistry inside lithium-ion batteries, so phones can shut down at 30 percent. Most of the lost charge comes back once the phone warms up.

Sep 27, 2026