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'We will have troops everywhere' if protests grow - TrumpDuring a brief statement in Maryland, Donald Trump addressed the civil unrest in California, asserting that while he does not believe an "insurrection" is occurring, the government will deploy troops to maintain order if protests escalate. He emphasized a proactive stance, stating, "We're not going to let this happen to our country," and noted that actions would respond to perceived threats against citizens. Trump also mentioned...

A midwife named Seana Mary Kerr from Newry, Northern Ireland, has been struck off the Nursing and Midwifery Council register for spreading conspiracy theories about Covid-19 and vaccinations on social media. Kerr claimed vaccines harmed unborn babies and advised pregnant women against wearing masks and receiving flu vaccinations, contradicting official health guidelines, which caused significant emotional distress to a pregnant woman she approached in public. The tribunal panel concluded that her actions undermined public confidence...

Iran's parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, stated that the latest US proposal for a nuclear deal does not include the lifting of sanctions, indicating stalled negotiations following five rounds of Omani-mediated talks since April. He criticized the US for seeking a "unilateral" agreement and reaffirmed Iran's right to enrich uranium, a point of contention, especially as the US maintains that any enrichment is a "red line." Amid concerns over Iran's nuclear activities, the International Atomic...

ABC News suspended senior correspondent Terry Moran after he labeled Donald Trump and adviser Stephen Miller as "world-class haters" on social media, undermining the network's commitment to impartiality. ABC emphasized that Moran's comments did not reflect their standards and faced backlash from White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who condemned his rhetoric. The incident adds to ongoing tensions between Trump and the media, with the former president intensifying his attacks and pursuing legal actions against...

Kevin Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council, clarified that the Trump administration is not targeting Medicare in its budget proposal but is open to addressing any identified fraud or abuse. He dismissed claims of Medicare cuts as "fake news," while Senate Republicans work on the House-passed budget bill, which includes significant tax cuts and changes to Medicaid. Some GOP senators express concerns over the Medicaid provisions, highlighting the need for careful negotiation...

SummaryEssendon onballer Sam Durham faces potential AFL suspension for a high bump on Carlton's Adam Cerra, which has drawn criticism for its recklessness. During the match, Cerra, who received a black eye from the incident, was assessed for a concussion but was not removed from play until 14 minutes later, prompting questions about the Blues' protocol. Despite the controversy, both coaches acknowledged the importance of player safety, with Essendon's Brad Scott emphasizing the challenges players...