Police arrested two more men as part of their investigation into Dezi Freeman, who killed two officers in August 2025 and evaded capture for seven months. Freeman was found and shot dead by police in March 2026 near the Victoria-New South Wales border, and authorities believe he was helped by several people during his time on the run.
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Dezi Freeman killed two police officers in Porepunkah, Victoria, in August 2025.
He fled into the bush and remained on the run for seven months until March 2026.
Police believe Freeman traveled between Victoria and New South Wales during that time.
Two men were arrested after police searched seven properties in Victoria and NSW under Operation Summit.
The arrested men are a 64-year-old from Lucyvale and a 47-year-old from Wombeyan Caves.
Police seized various electronic devices during the searches.
Freeman had links to “sovereign citizen” beliefs and was heavily armed when he fled.
Investigators are looking for people who helped Freeman and ask anyone with information to contact Crime Stoppers Victoria.
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Senator Lindsey Graham and UFC CEO Dana White criticized UFC fighter Josh Hokit for making false and offensive comments about Michelle Obama after a fight at a White House event. Hokit repeated an unfounded claim about the former first lady during his post-fight interview, which both Graham and White said was inappropriate and took away from the spirit of the event.
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Josh Hokit made false claims about Michelle Obama after winning a UFC fight at the White House.
Hokit thanked President Donald Trump before making the comment in his interview.
The claim about Michelle Obama has been a long-running and false conspiracy theory.
Senator Lindsey Graham called Hokit's comments “not good” and called him an “idiot.”
Graham said the comments distracted from the event’s purpose of celebrating America and sportsmanship.
UFC CEO Dana White condemned the remarks and said he opposes spreading false and hurtful statements about people’s families.
The event was called the UFC Freedom 250 and was held at the White House.
Both public figures stressed respect and the importance of sportsmanship during the celebration.
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President Donald Trump announced a new deal with Iran to end the conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which includes lifting a U.S. naval blockade and providing financial incentives to Iran if it meets specific goals. Many Republican senators on Capitol Hill expressed doubt and said they need more information from the White House before supporting the agreement.
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The deal aims to end the war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway.
The United States plans to lift its naval blockade on Iran under the agreement.
Iran will receive financial aid if it meets certain benchmarks, including a possible $300 billion fund for rebuilding.
Senate Republicans, including Majority Leader John Thune, say they have not received detailed briefings on the deal.
Senators worry about enforcement and how to verify Iran’s compliance with the terms.
Vice President JD Vance said the White House will release the full text of the agreement soon.
The agreement’s details on Iran’s nuclear program and uranium removal are unclear.
Senators have not seen the memorandum of understanding and want clarity before the planned signing in Geneva.
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President Donald Trump’s endorsements are being tested in several Republican primary races on Tuesday in Alabama, Georgia, Oklahoma, California, and Washington, D.C. In Georgia, billionaire Rick Jackson has spent over $100 million to compete against Trump-backed Lt. Gov. Burt Jones, while other races show mixed results for candidates supported by Trump.
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A Trump endorsement is often a strong advantage in Republican primaries.
Georgia’s gubernatorial runoff features Burt Jones, endorsed by Trump, and Rick Jackson, who has spent over $100 million of his own money.
Jones received 38% and Jackson 33% of votes in the May 19 primary in Georgia.
Oklahoma’s Republican governor primary has no clear front-runner; Trump recently endorsed Mike Mazzei.
In Iowa, Trump’s chosen candidate lost a recent primary.
Alabama’s Senate primary runoff pits Trump-backed U.S. Rep. Barry Moore against outsider Jared Hudson.
Democrats are also holding primaries focused on progressives versus moderates ahead of the November elections.
The influence of Trump’s endorsement versus large personal spending is being closely watched in these races.
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Voters in Washington, DC, are choosing candidates for mayor and the city’s delegate to Congress in primary elections. These elections come as President Donald Trump’s administration has increased federal control over the city, affecting local government power and policies.
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Washington, DC, voters are selecting party candidates for mayor and the district’s congressional delegate.
This is the first time in many years that the city will vote for both a new mayor and delegate at the same time.
Mayor Muriel Bowser is not running for a fourth term. Leading candidates to replace her are Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie.
Eleanor Holmes Norton, the city’s longtime delegate to Congress, is stepping down; council members Brooke Pinto and Robert White Jr. are running for the position.
Republican Denise Rosado is running unopposed for the delegate role.
This primary is the first in Washington to use ranked-choice voting, which may delay results.
President Trump increased federal control in DC by deploying federal law enforcement and the National Guard.
Trump’s administration has also changed or renamed city landmarks and threatened to take back more control over Washington’s local government.
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Several preservation and cultural groups filed a federal lawsuit to stop President Donald Trump’s plan to build a “National Garden of American Heroes” in West Potomac Park, Washington, D.C. The lawsuit claims the project breaks laws that protect how public land in D.C., especially the National Mall area, can be used.
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The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia.
The groups say a law forbids new commemorative works in the “great cross-axis of the Mall,” which includes West Potomac Park.
West Potomac Park is located between the Lincoln Memorial and the Jefferson Memorial and already has several memorials.
The lawsuit says the President and his administration did not follow federal land use laws or proper procedures for public input.
President Trump announced the project last month, describing it as a major improvement to a “barren” area by the Potomac River.
The planned garden will feature 250 life-size statues of famous Americans, including Johnny Cash, Julia Child, Kobe Bryant, and Muhammad Ali.
The government offers up to $200,000 to artists who create statues for the project.
The Department of the Interior defended the project, calling it a celebration of American greatness.
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A birthkeeper testified at an inquest into the death of Stacey Warnecke, who died after a home birth without medical professionals. The birthkeeper said her role was to support as a friend, not to make the birth safer or provide medical advice, even though Warnecke experienced heavy bleeding and difficulty breathing.
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Stacey Warnecke died on 29 September in a hospital after a home birth.
She chose a "freebirth," giving birth without professional medical help.
Warnecke hired Emily Lal as a birthkeeper, who has no medical training.
Lal said she was there to support as a friend, not to provide medical care or safety.
Lal asked three times if Warnecke wanted to call an ambulance after heavy bleeding; Warnecke agreed only on the third ask.
Warnecke lost up to 1.5 liters of blood and had a massive postpartum hemorrhage.
Lal took a course from the Free Birth Society, which promotes birth without medical help and has faced medical criticism.
Medical experts say postpartum hemorrhage deaths are rare with hospital births due to quick treatment.
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Travelodge apologized after a "Free Palestine" message appeared on a TV in a Jewish guest’s hotel room in London. The hotel investigated but could not find who put the message there, and it plans to give staff training about antisemitism.
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The message showed up on the TV in a room booked by a visibly Orthodox Jewish guest, Sruly Fogel from New York.
The incident took place at Travelodge’s Manor House hotel in north London near a large Orthodox Jewish community.
Travelodge launched an investigation including checking CCTV, staff interviews, and TV activity logs but could not find who placed the message.
The hotel apologized directly to the guest through its CEO, Jo Boydell.
Travelodge reported the incident to the police, who closed their investigation pending new information.
The hotel plans to work with a Jewish organization to provide antisemitism and cultural sensitivity training for staff.
This incident follows another Travelodge controversy about hotel room security after a sexual assault case in a different location.
The hotel chain said the "Free Palestine" message was found only in this guest’s room and not in others checked.
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A report from early 2016 revealed serious problems with staff workload, poor workplace culture, and safety concerns in Nottingham City Hospital’s maternity unit. This report came out just days before the stillbirth of baby Harriet Hawkins, a case that led to a major NHS maternity review.
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The report was created by a workplace psychologist between December 2015 and March 2016.
It included anonymous interviews with 49 staff members, including doctors and midwives.
Staff reported being short-staffed and under high pressure regularly.
Some senior staff were described as unsupportive or belittling towards junior staff.
Unsafe conditions were noted, such as poor hygiene in delivery rooms and missing essential equipment like thermometers.
Newer midwives were sometimes assigned high-risk cases, while experienced staff handled less risky patients.
The report praised staff commitment but highlighted urgent need for changes in culture and staffing.
Eight recommendations were made to improve teamwork, vision, and support for maternity staff.
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Voters in Washington, D.C. are voting in primary elections to choose new candidates for mayor and the district’s congressional delegate. This election is happening during significant changes in the city under President Donald Trump’s administration, which has affected local control and government jobs.
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Washington, D.C. is holding primaries for mayor and congressional delegate candidates.
Current Mayor Muriel Bowser and Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton are both stepping down.
Leading candidates for mayor include Janeese Lewis George and Kenyan McDuffie.
Brooke Pinto and Robert White Jr. are top candidates for the delegate position; Republican Denise Rosado runs unopposed.
This is the first time rank-choice voting is used in a D.C. primary, possibly delaying results.
President Trump’s actions have reduced D.C.’s autonomy and led to federal law enforcement presence in the city.
Trump has also reshaped parts of the city, including changing landmarks and adding his name to buildings.
The candidates’ campaigns focus on issues like public safety, affordability, and the impact of the Trump administration on federal jobs and policing.
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Heather Morgan, diagnosed with breast cancer in Wales, missed early genetic testing that could have spotted a gene increasing her risk for ovarian cancer. Testing rules were stricter in Wales than in England at the time; they changed later, but she was not retested and later developed ovarian cancer linked to the BRCA1 gene mutation.
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Heather Morgan was diagnosed with breast cancer in Wales 12 years ago.
Patients under 50 with a certain breast cancer type were tested for genetic risks in England in 2014, but not in Wales.
Without early genetic testing, Heather did not know she carried the BRCA1 gene mutation, which raises risks for breast and ovarian cancer.
If tested earlier, Heather might have chosen to remove her ovaries to lower cancer risk.
Wales changed its testing rules in 2015 to match England’s, but Heather’s testing was missed because she had finished treatment.
Heather was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2021 after finding a lump.
Differences in healthcare access based on location in the UK, sometimes called a “postcode lottery,” affect cancer testing availability.
Heather now supports a helpline helping those with inherited cancer risks get better information and support.
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US Vice-President JD Vance said many details of a recent agreement with Iran still need to be worked out. Some Republican senators expressed doubts about the deal and want more information before it is finalized.
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The agreement is a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at ending conflict with Iran.
It focuses on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and lifting the US naval blockade.
The deal includes financial incentives for Iran if it meets certain conditions.
Vance described the MOU as a short, general document requiring more negotiation on specifics.
Some Republican senators, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, said they have not received full briefings on the agreement.
Concerns were raised about how the deal will address Iran’s nuclear program and enforcement measures.
The agreement may include a $300 billion fund paid by Gulf states to help rebuild Iran if it complies.
President Donald Trump has not yet explained how nuclear verification and uranium disposal will be managed.
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The Supreme Court decided not to review a challenge to a New York law that lets people sue gun makers and sellers if their guns are used unlawfully. The gun industry group and some manufacturers had asked the court to overturn this law but were refused.
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The Supreme Court declined to hear a case about a New York gun law.
The law allows lawsuits against gun companies if their guns cause harm through illegal use.
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) led the appeal of the law.
Gun makers like Smith & Wesson and Ruger were also involved in the challenge.
Lower courts had previously supported the New York law.
This means the law remains in effect in New York for now.
The ruling affects how gun companies might be held responsible for crimes involving their guns.
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Six lawmakers sent a letter to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Acting National Park Service Director Jessica Bowron, saying they cannot build a triumphal arch without Congress’s permission. The lawmakers expressed strong opposition to the project.
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Six lawmakers wrote a letter on Monday regarding a proposed triumphal arch.
The letter was addressed to Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Acting NPS Director Jessica Bowron.
The lawmakers stated these officials do not have the authority to build the arch without Congress’s approval.
The project in question is a triumphal arch.
The lawmakers clearly oppose the construction of the arch.
The letter emphasizes legal limits on government officials’ powers when it comes to major construction projects.
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A new poll shows Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez leading Vice President JD Vance in a possible 2028 presidential race. Other Democratic leaders like Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom also show strong support in various polls, but no one has officially announced their candidacy.
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A poll by The Public Sentiment Institute surveyed 1,042 likely voters in June 2026.
Ocasio-Cortez received 48.4% support against Vance’s 39.6%; 12% were undecided.
Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom both also led Vance in head-to-head matchups in the same poll.
In a possible Democratic primary, Harris leads with 29.2%, Newsom has 15.2%, Ocasio-Cortez 7.2%, and Pete Buttigieg 11.3%.
Another poll showed similar results with Harris generally in the lead and Ocasio-Cortez receiving single-digit support within the Democratic field.
Ocasio-Cortez stated she is focused on making changes now rather than planning future runs for higher office.
None of the potential candidates have officially said they will run for president in 2028.
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President Joe Biden shared a story on Jay Leno's Garage about an Amtrak conductor named Angelo Negri confronting him about flying many miles on Air Force Two. However, fact-checkers found the story is not possible because Negri died before Biden reached that flight milestone, and his mother had also passed away earlier.
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President Biden told a story about conductor Angelo Negri grabbing his cheek to criticize him for bragging about Air Force Two miles.
Negri retired in 1993 and died in May 2014, before Biden reached 1.2 million miles on Air Force Two.
Biden has publicly repeated this Amtrak story at least a dozen times.
Biden’s mother died in 2010, before the timing he gave in the story.
It is likely Biden traveled over a million miles by train while a senator.
Biden and Negri were reportedly good friends, and Biden may have confused which conductor he spoke to about the miles.
Fact-checkers from the Associated Press and CNN have identified inconsistencies in Biden’s story.
Newsweek tried to get comments from Biden and Jay Leno but did not report receiving any.
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The U.S. is working on a deal with Iran, but details have not been shared yet. California Governor Gavin Newsom said the Justice Department is investigating him and his wife.
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The U.S. and Iran are negotiating a deal.
Specific information about the deal has not been revealed.
California Governor Gavin Newsom mentioned an investigation involving himself and his wife.
The investigation is being conducted by the U.S. Justice Department.
News about these events was shared on the CBS News program "The Takeout with Major Garrett."
The information was current as of June 15.
No further details about the nature of the investigation have been provided.
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A 16-year-old named Timothy Hudson was charged with sexually assaulting and killing his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival Cruise ship. After being treated as a juvenile and allowed to stay with an uncle, a judge later ordered Hudson to be taken into custody because he is now charged as an adult.
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Timothy Hudson, 16, is accused of killing and sexually assaulting his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, on a Carnival Cruise ship.
Hudson was initially released before his trial to live with his uncle under electronic monitoring.
In April, the case was moved to adult court, leading prosecutors to request that Hudson be held in custody.
A judge agreed to revoke Hudson’s pretrial release and ordered him to surrender to U.S. Marshals.
Hudson will be held in a juvenile facility despite being charged as an adult.
The crime happened on the Carnival Horizon cruise ship in November, while in international waters.
Kepner’s cause of death was mechanical asphyxia, meaning she was unable to breathe due to physical force.
Hudson has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and aggravated sexual abuse charges.
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Some social media posts wrongly claim there is a secret plan to spread ticks on U.S. farms to cause red meat allergies. Scientists say these claims are false and explain that the spread of lone star ticks and related allergies happens naturally and is well understood.
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Viral posts say ticks are being spread intentionally on farms to cause meat allergies.
The red meat allergy is linked to bites from lone star ticks.
Scientific evidence shows the tick spread happens naturally, not by a secret plan.
The misleading posts use false video clips and unsupported accusations.
BBC reporter Marco Silva investigated and found no truth to these conspiracy claims.
Lone star ticks are a real insect species present in parts of the U.S.
The allergy caused by these ticks is a known medical condition but not linked to any plot.
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A 16-year-old named Timothy Hudson has been ordered to be held in jail while awaiting trial for the death and sexual assault of his 18-year-old stepsister, Anna Kepner, on a cruise ship. He was first charged as a juvenile but later charged as an adult with first-degree murder and aggravated sexual abuse.
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Timothy Hudson is charged with killing and sexually assaulting his stepsister Anna Kepner in November 2025.
The incident happened on a Carnival Cruise Line ship while they were traveling with family.
Prosecutors say the crime occurred while they were alone in their cabin, as indicated by Kepner’s Apple Watch stopping.
Hudson was initially released under juvenile rules but was later charged as an adult.
A judge ruled Hudson must be jailed because he is considered a danger to others.
Hudson has pleaded not guilty to all charges.
The judge noted Hudson has no previous criminal record but said this does not guarantee good behavior going forward.
Hudson’s trial is set for September 2026.
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