President Donald Trump said he will stop using taxpayer money for TV ads that praised himself, after people criticized the spending. He plans to have his political group, MAGA Inc., pay for future ads instead.
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The ads praising President Trump cost at least $1.5 million from federal funds.
Trump called the ads “positive promotion” for America and defended their use before deciding to pay for future ads himself.
The White House confirmed that MAGA Inc. will cover the costs of future ads.
No clear details were given on how taxpayers will be repaid for the ads already aired.
Early ads showed Trump speaking about economic and national security topics, and another featured patriotic scenes during a July 4th speech.
Trump’s approval rating recently dropped to 32%.
Other news includes measles outbreaks in Pennsylvania and New York and restrictions on some media travel with the president.
The Supreme Court started hearings on a climate change lawsuit involving oil companies.
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President Donald Trump is trying to change the words people use to talk about important political issues like AI, affordability, and the war in Iran. He believes controlling the language helps control the political debate, but his efforts come at a time when some of his party’s positions are unpopular with voters.
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President Trump calls artificial intelligence "super intelligence" and signed an order to use this new term.
He denies concerns about AI, calling it a "hoax" despite widespread public worry.
Trump rejects the word "affordability," calling it a fake term created by Democrats, though he hasn’t suggested a replacement word.
He uses varying words to describe the war in Iran, sometimes calling it a "war," other times using softer terms like "excursion" or "skirmish."
Trump has a history of renaming or reframing terms to shape political debates, including popularizing phrases like "fake news."
His second term has seen renaming of geographic locations and government departments, and changes to language around diversity and gender issues.
Experts say Trump's focus on language gives him power in political discussions but also creates controversy about the role of the presidency in defining public language.
Some tech leaders reacted to Trump’s renaming of AI, for example, Elon Musk agreed with the change, while Sam Altman of OpenAI did not.
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The UK regulator Ofcom is investigating Meta, the company behind Instagram, to see if it broke digital safety laws by not properly checking if a new Instagram feature called Instants could show illegal content or be accessed by children. Meta says it did risk checks before launching Instants and will work with Ofcom during the investigation.
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Ofcom is checking if Meta followed the UK’s Online Safety Act when launching Instagram Instants.
Instagram Instants lets users send pictures that disappear after being seen.
Social media companies must assess risks before making big changes to their apps under the Online Safety Act.
If a company breaks this law, it could get a warning or pay a fine up to 10% of its global revenue.
Meta claims it talked to Ofcom several times before launching Instants and added safety features like blocking forwarding.
The Molly Rose Foundation wants Meta held responsible because harmful content on Instagram affected their family.
Meta is already involved in other Ofcom investigations and legal actions related to UK digital safety rules.
Meta, TikTok, and Elon Musk’s X are all challenging Ofcom in court over information demands and fees under these safety rules.
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Yemen's Houthi group said they attacked the main airport in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. At the same time, they denied losing land to government forces, who claimed to have recaptured important areas including a key shipping route and a port city.
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The Houthis claimed an attack on Riyadh’s main airport.
The Houthis denied reports that they lost territory to Yemen government forces.
Government forces said they pushed Houthis out of the Bab al-Mandab area in the Red Sea.
The government also claimed to have recaptured the port city of Mocha, recently taken by the Houthis.
Fighting between the Houthis and government forces has intensified recently.
Bab al-Mandab is a critical shipping route connecting the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden.
The port city of Mocha is strategically important for control over Yemen’s west coast.
The situation is part of the ongoing conflict in Yemen involving multiple groups and countries.
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A valuable book called the "Book of the Apocalypse," designed by the Spanish artist Salvador Dali, was stolen from a contemporary art center in Issoire, France. The book has a bronze cover and is considered very valuable by local authorities.
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The stolen item is a book designed by Salvador Dali, a famous Spanish surrealist painter.
The book is titled "Book of the Apocalypse."
It features a bronze cover.
The theft occurred at a contemporary art center in the town of Issoire, central France.
The prosecutor's office in Clermont-Ferrand reported the theft.
The book is described as highly valuable.
The theft was announced on October 6, 2026.
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A woman named Dr. Hannah Terry, a local GP, was found dead in her home in Dersingham, Norfolk. A man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of murder and is being questioned by police.
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Dr. Hannah Terry, also called Hannah Cain, was found dead at her home in Fern Hill, Dersingham.
Norfolk Police were called by the ambulance service around 2:20 AM on Sunday.
A man in his 40s was arrested on suspicion of murder and remains in custody.
Police have been allowed 32 more hours to question the suspect.
Dr. Terry has not been officially identified by the police yet.
Grimston Medical Centre, where she worked, is temporarily closed due to difficult circumstances.
A police cordon is still in place around the house.
A post-mortem examination was planned to find the cause of death.
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President Donald Trump's immigration enforcement has resulted in many asylum seekers, including LGBT individuals, being sent to third countries. Some of these countries, especially in Africa, have laws that criminalize homosexuality, creating risks for deported migrants.
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President Trump's administration has increased deportations of asylum seekers to third countries.
Tens of thousands of migrants are affected by this policy.
LGBT migrants are among the vulnerable groups being deported.
Some African countries receiving these deported migrants have laws that make homosexuality illegal.
This policy raises concerns about the safety of LGBT migrants after deportation.
The story highlights a controversial aspect of the immigration crackdown.
The information was reported by France 24 on June 10, 2026.
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More than one million adults in the UK who have never smoked cigarettes now use e-cigarettes, also called vapes. For the second year, more people over 16 vape than smoke, and the number of smokers keeps falling.
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In 2025, about 1.1 million UK adults who never smoked now vape, up from 940,000 in 2024.
People aged 25-35 vape more than other age groups, with 16.4% using vapes daily or sometimes.
More than 5.4 million people over 16 vape, compared to 4.9 million smokers in the UK.
The number of smokers has dropped from 5.3 million in 2024 to 4.9 million in 2025.
Vaping is considered less harmful than smoking, but its long-term health effects are still unknown.
New UK law will ban selling tobacco to anyone born on or after January 1, 2009, to create a "smoke-free" generation.
Men are more likely to smoke than women, and adults aged 45-54 have the highest smoking rate.
Half of current smokers in 2025 say they plan to quit smoking.
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The nonprofit group Paws of War helps find homes for rescued beagles by connecting them with active military members, veterans, first responders, and others. The organization focuses on giving these dogs a fresh start with people who have served or protect the community.
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Paws of War is a nonprofit that rescues beagles and finds them new homes.
The rescued dogs are placed mainly with active military members, veterans, and first responders.
The group aims to support both the animals and the people who serve the community.
The article is a video report by ABC News’ Danny New, showing the adoption process.
Beagles, a dog breed, are commonly rescued and rehomed through this effort.
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Former German spy chief August Hanning was arrested on charges of spying, treason, and sharing secret information with foreign intelligence services. Authorities also arrested former BND employee Manfred D for providing Hanning with about 2,000 classified documents in exchange for money.
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August Hanning led Germany's Federal Intelligence Service (BND) from 1998 to 2005.
Hanning is accused of using secret intelligence to prepare a report for a foreign spy service.
Manfred D worked at the BND until this year and passed Hanning thousands of classified documents.
Manfred D is charged with helping in attempts of treason and spying against Germany.
Both men were arrested at their homes, Hanning near Münster and Manfred D in Bavaria.
Investigators have not revealed which foreign countries were involved.
The case emerged partly from an investigation involving a child kidnapping linked to a German heiress.
The BND has faced spying-related charges before, including a 2023 case about passing secrets to Russia.
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Opposition members of India's parliament protested and were detained by police as they marched to demand the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. The protests are over a nationwide revision of voter rolls that opponents say unfairly excludes eligible voters, although the Election Commission says it is removing duplicates and ineligible names.
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Opposition MPs, including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi, were detained while protesting against the Election Commission in Delhi.
The protest demanded the resignation of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar over concerns about voter roll revisions.
The voter roll revision began in Bihar in June 2025 and has removed over 130 million names nationwide.
Opposition parties claim the revision unfairly removes eligible voters and benefits Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s BJP party.
An Indian newspaper reported that two election commissioners raised formal objections to decisions made under Kumar’s name.
The Election Commission says disagreements among commissioners are normal and final decisions are unanimous.
Security was increased around the Election Commission headquarters during the protest.
Opposition leaders want the voter roll revision canceled, Kumar to resign, and a return to paper ballots for voting.
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A woman filed a lawsuit against Cornell University and a fraternity, saying the university did not protect her from a rape by seven men. The article discusses how President Trump’s behavior and his administration have influenced attitudes toward women and misogyny in America.
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A woman sued Cornell University, claiming it failed to protect her from a rape at a fraternity house.
The district attorney decided not to charge the seven men involved due to insufficient evidence.
President Donald Trump was found in civil court to have sexually abused writer E. Jean Carroll.
Trump has made public insults and inappropriate comments about women.
Trump’s administration took actions seen by some as promoting a male-dominated culture.
Some of Trump’s allies and officials faced accusations of sexual misconduct or promoting male dominance.
Social media saw an increase in sexist attacks on women after Trump’s 2024 election win.
The article links several public figures connected to Trump to a culture known as the "manosphere," which emphasizes dominance and submission.
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New Jersey congresswoman LaMonica McIver gave birth to her second child recently while facing criminal charges from the Trump administration related to an incident at an immigration detention center. She must decide by October 9 whether to seek a further court review or to let the case move forward to trial.
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LaMonica McIver represents New Jersey’s 10th congressional district.
She gave birth to her second child last week, becoming one of the few members of Congress to give birth while serving.
McIver faces charges of interfering with an arrest at an immigration detention facility in May 2025.
The Department of Justice, under President Trump, is prosecuting her; she is the only member of Congress charged this way.
The charges carry potential prison time of up to 17 years.
McIver has pleaded not guilty and claims she is protected by constitutional immunity as part of her official duties.
She and her legal team must decide by October 9 if they will seek a rehearing by the full appellate court or appeal to the Supreme Court.
McIver says the case makes doing her job harder, especially while managing legal issues during pregnancy and motherhood.
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Deion Sanders supports the Protect College Sports Act (PCSA), a new bill that limits how much college athletes can be paid and restricts their ability to transfer schools freely. The bill aims to keep control within colleges and the NCAA, even though athletes currently have more opportunities to earn money from their name, image, and likeness (NIL).
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The PCSA limits schools to paying athletes a total of around $49 million.
The bill restricts athletes to only one free transfer; after that, they must sit out a year before playing for another school.
Deion Sanders supports the PCSA, saying it helps athletes shine and supports historically Black colleges and universities.
Critics say the bill is an attempt to regain control by colleges and the NCAA, limiting athletes' earnings and freedom.
The PCSA requires NIL deals to prove they have real commercial value, potentially ending some payments to athletes for simply playing.
Sanders has said college athletes should be paid for their NIL but expressed concerns about uncontrolled pay and transfers.
Sanders is one of the highest-paid coaches, earning $10 million a year, while some athletic departments face financial deficits.
The NCAA earns over $1 billion annually, mostly from athletes’ efforts and games.
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President Donald Trump says he donates his presidential salary to maintain the White House, but a recent event linked to a cryptocurrency connected to him suggests he profits from it. Democrats are using claims of corruption to try to gain support in the upcoming midterm elections, while Trump’s administration denies the accusations and says he works for the American people’s best interests.
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President Trump claims he donated his presidential salary during both terms to White House preservation.
A crypto company linked to Trump’s memecoin, called $Trump, held an exclusive dinner event to attract big investors.
Trump profits from the memecoin and reportedly made about $636 million from it last year.
Democrats believe these corruption claims could help them win control of Congress in the November midterm elections.
Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer stated Trump is trying to become highly corrupt.
The Trump administration rejects corruption accusations, calling them irresponsible and false.
Public concern about government corruption in the US is very high, with a recent Gallup poll showing 89% believe corruption is widespread.
Trump administration highlights efforts like lowering drug prices and fighting unfair trade as proof of working for Americans’ interests.
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President Donald Trump published Senator Tom Cotton’s phone number over a delayed bill about keeping daylight saving time all year. This action has affected Cotton’s race for reelection and could lead to a heated debate in the Senate about changing the clocks twice a year.
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Senator Tom Cotton is a Republican from Arkansas seeking reelection.
The bill in question aims to keep daylight saving time year-round, removing the need to change clocks twice each year.
President Trump shared Cotton’s cellphone number on his social media platform called Truth Social.
Cotton’s delay in advancing the bill upset President Trump.
The dispute is drawing more attention to the daylight saving time issue in the Senate for the upcoming fall session.
The public fight could influence voters in Cotton’s Arkansas reelection campaign.
Daylight saving time means setting clocks forward in spring and back in fall. The bill would stop this twice-yearly change.
The conflict highlights tensions within the Republican Party ahead of the elections.
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President Trump has been effective in encouraging Democrats to vote in the 2026 midterm elections. However, it is not yet clear if he can also motivate enough Republican voters to support the GOP in these elections.
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Early voting for the 2026 midterm elections has already started in six states.
By the end of next week, early voting will be available in 19 states.
More than 100 million ballots are expected to be cast in total.
President Trump’s actions have increased Democratic voter turnout so far.
It is uncertain whether President Trump can similarly boost Republican voter turnout.
The focus is on the impact of President Trump on voter enthusiasm during the midterms.
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Justice Samuel Alito, who has been on the U.S. Supreme Court for 20 years, is releasing his first book called "So Ordered." The book collects his past speeches on topics like abortion, originalism (a way to interpret the Constitution), and challenges facing the courts.
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Samuel Alito has served on the U.S. Supreme Court for 20 years.
His book is titled "So Ordered."
The book is a collection of his speeches given over the years.
Topics covered include abortion and originalism.
Originalism is a method of interpreting the Constitution based on its original meaning.
The book discusses threats to the judiciary.
The book is set to be released on Tuesday.
The content mainly adapts previously given speeches rather than presenting new material.
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President Trump has proposed a big plan called the Golden Dome, which aims to create a national missile defense system. The project could cost about $1.2 trillion over 20 years, but it is uncertain if it will get enough funding to start this year.
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The Golden Dome is a national ballistic missile defense program.
It is President Trump’s plan to protect the country from missile threats.
The estimated cost of the program is $1.2 trillion over 20 years.
The program includes both development and operation expenses.
Funding for the project has not yet been secured.
The project needs a large amount of money to begin this fiscal year.
Without funding, the plan faces challenges and delays.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is encouraging U.S. military members to register and vote in the 2026 midterm elections. He gave them one day off this month to vote but did not tell them who to vote for. Some people support his efforts, while others are doubtful.
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Pete Hegseth is the U.S. Defense Secretary.
He is leading a campaign to get military personnel to register to vote.
The focus is on the 2026 midterm elections.
Hegseth issued a "stand-down" order giving service members one day off in the month to vote.
He did not direct troops on how to vote or which candidates to choose.
There are mixed opinions about his efforts, with some praising and others skeptical.
The effort aims to increase voter participation among the military.
This is part of an official government push to support military voting rights.
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