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Banks, Kim introduce stuttering legislation with backing of former NBA player
US Senators Jim Banks and Andy Kim have introduced legislation aimed at improving support and public understanding for people who stutter, with former NBA player Jason Kidd backing the effort. The proposal matters because stuttering can affect education, employment and social participation, while awareness and access to specialist care remain uneven. The bill, referred to…
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USDA to fund Arizona facility to fight New World screwworm
The US Department of Agriculture plans to fund a facility in Arizona to help combat New World screwworm, a destructive parasitic pest that threatens livestock, wildlife and potentially human health. The investment matters because preventing the pest’s spread into the United States could protect animal welfare, agricultural production and food supplies. New World screwworm larvae…
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More than 1 million people are handed fines after breaking Australian election rules
More than one million people in Australia have received fines after breaking the country’s compulsory voting laws, which require eligible citizens to cast a ballot in federal elections or face a penalty. The scale of the fines highlights ongoing tension between Australia’s strict enforcement of civic participation and the practical difficulties some voters face in…
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US Launches Sustained Military Campaign Against Iran as Cyberattacks Target American Infrastructure
The United States has initiated a prolonged military confrontation with Iran, moving beyond isolated strikes to what officials characterise as a multi-week campaign following an attack involving American troops in Jordan
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Republican senators withdraw support, stalling Blanche’s attorney general vote
Todd Blanche’s nomination as Attorney General has stalled after the Senate Judiciary Committee postponed its planned confirmation vote. Two Republican senators, John Cornyn and Thom Tillis, withdrew their support, depriving the nomination of the backing needed to advance and highlighting divisions within the party. The committee’s narrow partisan balance means that Republican opposition can prevent…
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Trump says SCOTUS ruling on tariffs and birthright citizenship costing country ‘trillions and trillions of dollars’
President Trump criticised Supreme Court rulings that struck down his tariff policy and his attempt to end birthright citizenship, claiming they had cost the United States “trillions and trillions of dollars”. The remarks underline his escalating public dispute with the court over decisions that limit key parts of his economic and immigration agenda. Both decisions…
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US expands Iran strikes, warns campaign may run for weeks
The United States has launched a further round of airstrikes against Iran, describing them as retaliation for an alleged thwarted attack. US officials have indicated the operation could form part of a military campaign lasting weeks, rather than a one-off response, raising the prospect of a prolonged confrontation between Washington and Tehran. The available report…
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Saints legend Taysom Hill announces departure from New Orleans after unforgettable nine-year run
New Orleans Saints veteran Taysom Hill has announced his departure from the club, bringing an end to a nine-year spell in which he became known as one of the National Football League’s most versatile players. The 35-year-old, often described as a “Swiss Army knife” for his ability to play quarterback, tight end and special teams…
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Trump AG pick Blanche stalled as key Republicans refuse to budge
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche’s Senate confirmation has stalled after his hearing was postponed less than 24 hours before a scheduled committee vote, marking the latest setback in a troubled nomination process. Blanche was picked by President Trump to replace Pam Bondi as Attorney General, but his path forward now depends on resolving a dispute…
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Ex-BYU football star Curtis Brown, family grieving after 2-year-old son died in drowning accident
Curtis Brown, a former BYU Cougars football player, and his wife Kim are mourning the death of their two-year-old son, Haze, following a drowning accident. The tragedy occurred at the family’s home in Clovis, California, and highlights the devastating risks that home swimming pools can pose to young children. Haze drowned in the pool at…