Georgia Republican voters chose President Donald Trump’s preferred candidate for the U.S. Senate but rejected his choice for governor in the primary elections. These results show mixed support for President Trump as the midterm elections in November will decide control of Congress during his second term.
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Republican Mike Collins, supported by President Trump, won the primary and will run against Democrat Jon Ossoff for U.S. Senate.
Collins supports Trump’s claims that the 2020 election in Georgia was rigged, though he did not thank Trump in his victory speech.
In the governor race, Rick Jackson, who spent about $100 million of his own money, defeated Trump’s endorsed candidate, Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones.
President Trump did not campaign in Georgia or travel with his endorsed candidate for governor.
President Trump congratulated Rick Jackson on social media after the win, noting Jackson campaigned closely to Trump’s style.
Ossoff, the Democratic Senate incumbent, criticized Trump as a “national embarrassment.”
These primaries are part of several happening in four states and Washington D.C. ahead of the November midterm elections.
The midterm elections will determine which party controls Congress for the last two years of President Trump’s current term.
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Wes Streeting said he might challenge Prime Minister Keir Starmer for Labour Party leadership as soon as next week. He wants to end uncertainty in the party and would give Starmer a few days to decide before starting a contest.
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Wes Streeting resigned from the cabinet last month.
He said Labour cannot continue with "uncertainty and paralysis."
Streeting wants to give Starmer the weekend to think before possibly starting a leadership contest.
A leadership contest needs support from 81 Labour MPs to happen.
Andy Burnham, Mayor of Greater Manchester, is also aiming to become Labour leader and prime minister.
Streeting claims he has the needed support from Labour MPs to trigger a contest.
Starmer is currently attending the G7 summit in France and would be a candidate if a leadership election starts.
Labour Cabinet Office minister Nick Thomas-Symonds did not confirm if the challenge would begin next week.
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A Mississippi police officer was placed on administrative leave after shooting and killing one-year-old Kohen Wiley during a response to a shoplifting call at a Walmart. The police shot at a vehicle that was driving toward officers, and Kohen died after being taken to the hospital.
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The shooting happened outside a Walmart in Senatobia, Mississippi, on Sunday.
Kohen Wiley was one year old and was in a car with his mother and her friend.
Police say the driver of the vehicle almost hit an officer before the shooting.
An officer fired at the vehicle as it drove away and Kohen was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
The officer who fired the shots was placed on administrative leave, which is normal after such incidents.
Protests took place outside the Walmart, and police used tear gas to disperse the crowd.
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is representing Kohen’s family and plans to seek justice.
The Senatobia Police Department promises to share information as the investigation continues.
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The UK government is considering a rule that would require students to have at least a pass in GCSE English to get student loans for university. This could block more than 30,000 students each year, especially those without formal qualifications, mature students, and those from poorer backgrounds.
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The proposal would make passing GCSE English a minimum requirement for student loans in England.
Over 30,000 students without formal qualifications currently start full-time degree courses each year.
Universities warn this change could hurt both students and institutions, especially those using franchise agreements with colleges.
Critics say the rule would disproportionately affect poorer students, mature students, and those educated outside traditional schools.
University leaders want the government to work with them to find flexible ways to apply entry requirements.
The government says it wants to reduce poor-quality courses and ensure students get good value for money.
Last year, about 1 in 15 new full-time degree students had no formal qualifications like GCSEs or A-levels.
Some universities already require students to meet English language skills and other entry standards.
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A small plane crashed on a highway in Laredo, Texas, late Tuesday night, killing one person and injuring five police officers who were helping at the scene. The plane burst into flames after landing on the road, and rescue efforts involved bystanders trying to break the cockpit window.
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The crash happened shortly after 10 p.m. on Loop 20 in Laredo, Texas.
The plane was a Cessna Citation Latitude twin jet carrying six people.
It took off from Los Cabos International Airport in Mexico at 6:19 p.m.
At least one person died, but it is unclear if the death was a passenger or someone on the ground.
Five police officers suffered smoke inhalation while attempting to rescue people from the plane.
Bystanders on the highway tried to break the cockpit window to help passengers.
The cause of the crash is currently unknown.
The incident is still under investigation, and more information is expected.
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The U.S. military attacked a boat in the eastern Pacific Ocean that it said was smuggling drugs, killing one person and leaving two survivors. This is part of President Donald Trump’s continued campaign against drug traffickers in Latin America, though the military has not shown proof that the boat carried drugs.
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The strike happened on a boat accused of drug smuggling in the eastern Pacific Ocean.
One man was killed and two people survived the attack.
Since September, at least 208 people have died from U.S. military strikes on boats in the region.
U.S. Southern Command said the target was on a known drug smuggling route but did not provide evidence of drugs.
President Trump calls the effort an “armed conflict” with Latin American drug cartels to reduce drug flow into the U.S.
Critics question the legality and effectiveness of the strikes, especially since fentanyl mostly enters the U.S. over land from Mexico.
A previous strike killed nine people and a second strike killed survivors, which some legal experts said was illegal.
The Pentagon’s watchdog will investigate whether military targeting rules were followed but not the strikes’ legality.
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Rex Heuermann, an architect from Long Island, is being sentenced in New York for killing eight women in the Gilgo Beach serial killings case. He pleaded guilty to the murders, which mostly happened between 2000 and 2010, and faces a life prison sentence.
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Rex Heuermann admitted in court to murdering eight women.
He strangled his victims and sometimes dismembered their bodies.
Most victims were sex workers who disappeared near Gilgo Beach on Long Island.
The killings occurred mainly between 2000 and 2010, with two murders dating back to the 1990s.
Investigators found victims’ remains along Ocean Parkway and other nearby areas.
The case was not solved for many years until Heuermann was identified as a suspect in 2022.
Police matched his DNA from a discarded pizza crust to evidence found on some victims.
Family members of the victims are expected to speak during the sentencing hearing.
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Stacey Warnecke, a wellness influencer, died after giving birth at home without trained medical staff. A birthkeeper named Emily Lal supported the birth but did not provide medical care, and a senior clinician reported Lal to police the same day Warnecke died in hospital from severe bleeding.
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Stacey Warnecke died on 29 September in a Melbourne hospital after a home birth.
Warnecke hired Emily Lal, a birthkeeper with no medical training, to assist her freebirth at home.
Lal acted as a friend, not a medical professional, and did not consider herself responsible for safety or calling emergency services unless asked.
Warnecke suffered a serious postpartum hemorrhage that was treatable with medical care.
Hospital staff noted Lal’s language suggested some level of medical knowledge, raising concerns.
Warnecke was taken to hospital about two hours after birth, by which time she had several cardiac arrests.
A senior clinician reported Lal to the police on the day of Warnecke’s death for public health and safety reasons.
Lal declined to give a police statement, saying she was not legally required to.
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A family travels 530 miles four times a year so their autistic son, Alex, can get a haircut at a special salon in Suffolk designed for people with sensory and neurodivergent needs. The Blade Inclusive Salon provides a calm environment with sensory tools that help clients like Alex and others feel comfortable during haircuts.
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Alex, a 7-year-old autistic boy, used to struggle with haircuts due to noise and discomfort.
His family lives in Aberdeen but travels to Lowestoft, Suffolk, about 530 miles away, to visit the Blade Inclusive Salon.
The salon, run by Caroline Parnis, has a special sensory studio with toys, calming visuals, and a quiet space.
Caroline uses gentle methods like starting with scissors and adjusting to the client’s movements to build trust.
Other families with autistic children also travel long distances for haircuts at this salon.
Alex’s haircuts have improved from causing meltdowns to being a calm, even enjoyable experience.
Another boy, Oliver, who is 14 and non-verbal, improved his haircut experience after years of struggle, showing trust in Caroline.
The salon has been accommodating special needs clients for about 20 years and created the sensory space seven years ago.
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The U.S. and Iran have reached a short-term, two-month deal to begin talks on Iran’s nuclear program, which has been a major point of conflict. The agreement includes reopening a key oil route and offering Iran financial rewards if it meets certain conditions, but many lawmakers and experts doubt the deal will lead to a lasting resolution.
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The deal starts a 60-day period to negotiate Iran’s nuclear activities.
It aims to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for global oil shipments.
Iran would receive financial incentives if it meets agreed-upon nuclear steps.
The previous nuclear agreement took over 18 months to finalize and involved many detailed negotiations.
Both Republicans and Democrats, along with Israel, express doubts about the deal’s effectiveness.
Vice President JD Vance says the U.S. will give benefits to Iran only as it dismantles its nuclear weapons program.
Experts say significant attention and technical work are needed for a real nuclear deal, which may be challenging for the current administration.
Iran claims its nuclear program is peaceful and not intended for weapons.
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A person is in custody after a large wooden cross was set on fire in Grant Park, Chicago, on June 9, 2026. The man involved said he was protesting President Donald Trump and did not intend to send a racist message, but cross burnings are historically seen as symbols of hate against Black people.
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The burning cross was found in Grant Park, where Barack Obama gave his 2008 presidential acceptance speech.
A 21-year-old man, who identified himself as a college student, spoke to a TV station saying he protested President Trump and not race or gender.
Cross burnings in the U.S. are widely known as symbols of hate, often linked to the Ku Klux Klan.
Chicago police confirmed that someone is in custody but gave no further details.
The man said he put a red hat on the cross to symbolize a MAGA hat worn by Trump supporters.
Local leaders and experts expressed concern about the use of this hateful symbol, regardless of the man's stated intent.
A local church offered a $10,000 reward for information related to the case.
The man apologized for the impact but denied any hateful intent.
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Mike Pence criticized a reported U.S. deal with Iran, saying it risks helping Iran too much and is worse than a mistake. He praised President Trump’s past efforts to confront Iran militarily but warned against easing sanctions or offering concessions now.
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Mike Pence called the reported U.S.-Iran deal "much bigger than a mistake."
He supported President Trump’s previous strikes on Iranian nuclear sites as a historic move.
Pence warned that the deal’s concessions, like sanctions waivers, would give Iran a "lifeline."
The deal reportedly includes a 60-day ceasefire and talks toward a final agreement.
It may involve lifting the U.S. naval blockade on Iran and allowing some Iranian oil exports.
The draft agreement mentions possible financial aid of up to $300 billion for Iran’s reconstruction, though this is disputed.
Vice President JD Vance said no U.S. funds would directly go to Iran under any circumstances.
Pence urged the U.S. to maintain strong pressure and warned against appeasement.
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Pauline Hanson, leader of Australia’s One Nation party, said Australia should not be multicultural but “monocultural,” meaning people should share one culture. She also criticized immigration, called for changes to public broadcasters, opposed transgender rights, and spoke about various political and economic issues in a speech at the National Press Club.
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Hanson said high migration made Australia lose its identity and called for a cut in migration to help the housing crisis.
She wants to abolish SBS and change the ABC, including charging city households a fee to watch the ABC.
Hanson criticized governments for being too scared to act against Islamic extremism and hate preachers.
She opposes transgender rights and wants to fire the sex discrimination commissioner.
Hanson wants to ban abortions after 20 weeks, with some exceptions to protect the mother’s health.
She attacked the Labor government’s economic policies, including tax changes and environmental rules.
Hanson rejected accusations of nepotism about her daughter, who works for a One Nation senator.
One Nation is rising in opinion polls and Hanson is gaining support as a preferred prime minister over Anthony Albanese.
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In Georgia’s Republican primary for governor, healthcare executive Rick Jackson won against Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, who was President Trump's preferred candidate. This result marked the second time a Trump-backed candidate lost a key statewide race in Georgia.
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Rick Jackson, a healthcare executive and billionaire, won the Republican runoff for Georgia governor.
Burt Jones, the current Lieutenant Governor, was endorsed by President Donald Trump.
Jackson’s win was by a margin of fewer than 10 percentage points.
This is the second time a candidate supported by President Trump lost a major statewide race in Georgia.
The election was part of Georgia’s Republican gubernatorial primary.
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New surveys show that as the United States nears its 250th anniversary, fewer Americans feel proud and certain about what patriotism means today. Pride in the country is lower than in past years, with younger people and Democrats showing less patriotism, while Republicans report higher pride.
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Only 51% of Americans say they are very or extremely proud to be American.
Pride is higher among Republicans (83%) than independents (43%) and Democrats (31%).
Young adults (18-29) are less proud (34%) than seniors (66% of those 65+).
Just 18% express pride in the way democracy works today.
Gallup found American pride at a 25-year low of 58% in 2025, down from 87% in 2001.
Democrats' pride dropped from 62% in 2024 to 36% in 2025, while Republicans remained high at 92%.
Pew surveys show 69% of Americans are unhappy with the country’s current direction.
Many expect the economy to weaken and national divisions to grow by 2050.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has moved detainees from the "Alligator Alcatraz" detention center in Florida's Everglades due to safety concerns related to hurricane season. The facility was opened last year to quickly increase detention space for people accused of being in the U.S. illegally.
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ICE relocated detainees from "Alligator Alcatraz" for their safety ahead of hurricane season.
About 1,400 detainees were expected to be moved from the facility.
The detention center is located on an unused airstrip in the Everglades and uses large air-conditioned tents.
The facility was set up last year under President Trump’s administration to increase detention capacity quickly.
Some officials suggested that the tough conditions at the center could discourage illegal immigration.
The center has faced strong criticism for poor conditions, including bad food, broken toilets, and limited lawyer access.
The Trump administration denied the claims of inadequate conditions at the facility.
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said there are plans to evacuate detainees in case of natural disasters like hurricanes or wildfires.
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The U.S. government, under President Donald Trump, asked a court to dismiss a lawsuit against Elon Musk’s xAI company. The lawsuit claims that xAI’s data center in Mississippi is polluting the air without proper permits, harming nearby communities. The government argued that stopping the data center would threaten national security and military operations.
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The lawsuit was filed by the NAACP, a major civil rights group, under the Clean Air Act.
The NAACP says xAI built natural gas turbines without permits, causing harmful pollution.
The pollution allegedly affects mostly Black communities in Mississippi and Tennessee.
The Department of Justice said shutting down the project risks national, economic, and energy security.
The Trump administration supports xAI because its AI technology helps the military.
The Pentagon has used xAI’s AI model, Grok, in military operations.
Environmental groups criticized the government for protecting xAI and ignoring community health concerns.
The Clean Air Act allows citizens to take legal action against polluters to protect health and the environment.
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Republican Rep. Barry Moore won the Alabama GOP Senate runoff against Jared Hudson. Moore now moves closer to replacing Sen. Tommy Tuberville in the U.S. Senate, with President Trump having endorsed Moore in the race.
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Barry Moore won the Alabama Republican Senate runoff election.
Jared Hudson, a Navy SEAL and political newcomer, was Moore’s opponent in the runoff.
No candidate got over 50% in the first primary round, so the top two competed in the runoff.
Sen. Tommy Tuberville is leaving the Senate to run for governor of Alabama.
Moore has served in the U.S. House since 2021 and is a member of the House Freedom Caucus.
President Trump endorsed Barry Moore and praised him as a longstanding supporter.
Alabama is a strongly Republican state, with no Democrat winning a Senate seat there in the last 30 years, except in a 2017 special election.
Moore will face either Dakarai Larriett or Everett Wess, the Democratic candidates, in the November general election.
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The leader of Victoria’s Trades Hall Council criticized 23 state Labor MPs and candidates for not talking to voters in the past two weeks. He warned they must work harder or risk losing union support during the upcoming November election campaign to stop the rise of the One Nation party.
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Luke Hilakari, head of Victoria’s Trades Hall Council, named 23 Labor MPs and candidates for having no voter contact recently.
He warned these politicians to increase campaigning or lose union backing in the November election.
The union plans its biggest election campaign to help Labor and stop One Nation's growth.
Some MPs, including the premier and deputy premier, had dozens of voter conversations, while others had none.
Sarah McKenzie had the highest number of conversations, with 270 in two weeks.
Premier Jacinta Allan said community engagement happens in many ways beyond just door knocking and phone calls.
Some Labor MPs felt the public criticism could have been handled more quietly.
The union leader emphasized that union members are volunteering their time and expect the same effort from Labor politicians.
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Robert White is expected to win the Democratic primary for the position of Washington, D.C.’s nonvoting delegate to Congress. This seat is open because current Delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton decided to retire after serving 18 terms.
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Robert White is a Democrat running for D.C.’s delegate to the U.S. House of Representatives.
Eleanor Holmes Norton, the current delegate, announced her retirement after 18 terms.
The delegate from D.C. can participate in debates but cannot vote on the House floor.
The race became competitive because of Norton’s retirement.
The primary election results showed White leading and likely to succeed Norton.
The D.C. delegate represents the city’s interests in Congress despite not having a full voting role.
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