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Two Liberal Party operatives discussed buying luxury cars with money they received in payments related to fast-tracked development projects approved by the New South Wales government. The investigation by the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) revealed that these payments came from a developer and may have been used to influence political decisions.
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Jeremy Greenwood and Charles Perrottet, both linked to the Liberal Party, were involved in payments related to Toplace developments.
The payments came from Jean Nassif, a developer whose company Toplace later collapsed.
The payments totaled about $2 million and were allegedly divided three ways between Greenwood, Perrottet, and another operative, Christian Ellis.
Greenwood and Ellis exchanged messages about buying a Porsche or Ferrari with the money.
The payments were linked to fast-track approval for multiple development projects in New South Wales.
These payments were allegedly used to influence political outcomes, including attempts to remove local government officials and a building commissioner.
Dominic Perrottet, the former premier’s brother Charles Perrottet, and Greenwood have denied wrongdoing; Dominic Perrottet is not under investigation.
ICAC is investigating illegal political donations and undeclared payments related to the approval of these projects.
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An independent review has started to examine maternity and newborn care at hospitals in Sussex, following concerns about the deaths of many babies. Bereaved parents will give evidence to help improve the quality and safety of care for pregnant women and newborns.
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Susan Cacciacarro’s baby Chiara was stillborn at 37 weeks after concerns about growth were not acted upon.
Chiara’s death is one of at least 55 baby deaths linked to care problems at University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust.
The review is led by Donna Ockenden, a senior midwife known for investigating maternity care issues in the UK.
The review will cover more than 1,000 cases of maternity and neonatal care since 2018.
The review aims to hear from bereaved families and staff to find answers and improve safety.
The Truth for Our Babies group represents families affected and encourages others to take part.
The University Hospitals Sussex chief executive expressed sympathy for the families involved.
The review’s goal is to make maternity services safer and prevent future harm to mothers and babies.
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A sandwich shop in Norwich, UK, is asking people to live on just £3 of food a day for two days to show how hard it is for families facing food insecurity. The challenge aims to raise awareness about hunger and poor nutrition that many low-income families experience.
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Eat Social, a café in Norwich, is running a campaign asking people to spend only £3 a day on food for two days.
One in six families with children in the UK face food insecurity, meaning they struggle to access enough healthy food.
The £3 daily food budget is based on research about what the lowest income families can afford.
Eat Social’s profits support community meal programs for families and schools.
Rising food prices and poor crop yields from extreme weather are making it harder for families to afford food.
The UK government has said food insecurity is unacceptable and is working to lower food costs and expand free school meals.
Norwich Food Bank reports that many people are still struggling even after making lifestyle cuts like eating less or using appliances less.
The challenge encourages participants to donate the money they save on food to help provide meals for those in need.
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A man attacked Democratic Ohio governor candidate Amy Acton during a campaign event but did not hurt her. The suspect was arrested with several weapons, and some people were injured when he knocked them down. The incident is part of a recent rise in political violence in the U.S.
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The attack happened at the Canfield Fair in Ohio while Amy Acton was speaking.
The suspect, Patrick Havas, 38, had two pistols, a Taser, handguns, and brass knuckles.
Havas was charged with disorderly conduct and two counts of assault and is in county jail.
Two older adults were knocked down and injured during the attack.
Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Acton’s Republican opponent Vivek Ramaswamy condemned the attack.
The Ohio governor race is closely watched and the election is on November 3.
Political violence against candidates and officials in the U.S. has been increasing in recent years.
President Donald Trump is actively involved in supporting Republican candidates and has also faced assassination attempts recently.
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The West Indian Day Parade in Brooklyn remains an important event for New York’s Haitian community amid difficult times. Haitians face challenges after losing temporary protected status (TPS), a legal protection allowing them to live in the U.S., but they continue to celebrate their culture with music, dance, and art.
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The West Indian Day Parade is a major Caribbean cultural celebration in Brooklyn, New York.
Haitians are participating under tough circumstances following changes to immigration protections.
Temporary protected status (TPS) that shielded about 350,000 Haitians from deportation has ended.
The Supreme Court ruled that courts cannot challenge the government’s decision to end TPS for Haitians.
Many Haitians lost legal permission to work when their TPS-related permits expired in July 2026.
The Haitian community uses the parade to show pride and resilience despite immigration challenges.
Organizers face financial difficulties but remain committed to keeping the parade alive.
Haitian culture is expressed through costumes, music, and dance during the parade’s festivities.
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Gas prices in the U.S. have reached a record high for Labor Day weekend, averaging $4.14 per gallon, mainly due to the war with Iran and refinery problems. Diesel prices also hit a record $5.85 per gallon, affecting transportation and increasing costs for consumers.
Key Facts
Average regular gas price for Labor Day weekend 2026 is $4.14 per gallon, nearly $1 higher than last year.
The previous Labor Day weekend record was $3.82 per gallon, set in 2012.
Diesel prices hit a record $5.85 per gallon, which affects trucking and freight costs.
Prices increased after U.S. and Israeli attacks on Iran in February and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz waterway.
U.S. refineries are running near full capacity but face risks from heat and hurricanes.
Ukrainian drone attacks on Russian refineries and reduced Chinese refinery outputs are lowering global fuel supply.
Energy Secretary Chris Wright said the administration is working to lower prices and futures markets expect prices to fall in coming months.
Consumers can save money by using price apps to find cheaper gas stations away from interstate highways.
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Ashlyn Nassif admitted in court that her father, Jean Nassif, pressured her to falsify documents to secure a $150 million construction loan. Jean Nassif, a property developer who fled to Lebanon, faces legal action over this and other alleged fraud-related activities.
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Ashlyn Nassif pleaded guilty to providing false information for a $150 million loan used to build apartment towers in Sydney.
Her father, Jean Nassif, pressured her to commit this act, according to her lawyer.
Jean Nassif fled Australia to Lebanon in 2022 and denies wrongdoing.
Jean Nassif was the head of a failed construction company called Toplace.
NSW police are investigating Jean Nassif for fraud, and a warrant has been issued for his arrest.
57 companies linked to Toplace are currently in administration (similar to bankruptcy).
The NSW Independent Commission Against Corruption is investigating alleged illegal payments Jean Nassif made to politicians.
Ashlyn Nassif’s lawyer described how her father controlled and pressured both her and his ex-wife emotionally and financially.
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An armed man was arrested after he ran toward Amy Acton, a Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, at the Canfield Fair. Several people were hurt during this incident, according to campaign officials.
Key Facts
The incident happened at the Canfield Fair in Ohio.
Amy Acton was the target of the man who charged at her.
The man was armed when he approached Amy Acton.
Multiple people were injured during the event.
Campaign officials reported the details about the incident.
Police arrested the armed man after the attack.
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Millions of people attended the Minnesota State Fair, known as "The Great Minnesota Get-Together," to celebrate the end of summer. The event is one of the largest state fairs in the United States and offers a mix of traditional fun and modern attractions.
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The Minnesota State Fair is among the biggest state fairs in the country.
Millions of people attend the fair every year.
The fair marks the end of the summer season.
It features a variety of activities combining old-fashioned and modern entertainment.
The event is popular even in today’s digital age.
News coverage included live reporting from the fair.
The fair draws visitors from Minnesota and surrounding areas.
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A school in Bridgeport, Connecticut, called the Adam J. Lewis Academy, honors a man who died in the September 11 attacks. The school’s principal, Patty Lewis, named the academy after her husband to keep his memory alive through education.
Key Facts
The Adam J. Lewis Academy is located in Bridgeport, Connecticut.
The school is named after Adam J. Lewis, who died in the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Center.
Patty Lewis, the principal of the school, is Adam Lewis’ wife.
The school serves as a tribute to Adam Lewis and his legacy.
The tribute focuses on educating students about the importance of remembering that day.
This story marks 25 years since the September 11 attacks.
CBS News produced a report on this tribute and legacy.
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President Donald Trump’s administration has asked the Supreme Court again to limit the use of mail-in ballots before the upcoming midterm elections. This request is part of ongoing efforts to change how mail ballots are handled.
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The Trump administration filed an appeal to the Supreme Court.
The goal is to restrict mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections.
The move is part of ongoing legal battles over voting methods.
Taurean Small reported the story while traveling with President Trump in New Jersey.
The focus is on the rules for counting or accepting mail ballots.
The midterm elections are scheduled for later this year.
The Supreme Court’s decision could affect voting procedures nationwide.
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Amy Acton, a candidate for governor in Ohio, was confronted by a man with a weapon at a local fair. The incident happened at the Canfield Fair near Youngstown and resulted in injuries to several people.
Key Facts
The event took place on a Sunday at the Canfield Fair in Canfield, Ohio.
The man was armed and lunged at Amy Acton.
Multiple attendees were hurt during the incident.
Amy Acton is running for governor in Ohio.
The time of the incident was around 2:30 p.m.
The Mahoning County Sheriff’s Office responded to the situation.
Acton’s campaign shared a statement about the attack.
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President Donald Trump will speak on both nights of the Republican National Committee’s first midterm convention in Dallas. He will deliver the main speech on the first night and the closing speech on the second night.
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The event is the Republican National Committee’s first-ever midterm convention.
It will be held in Dallas.
President Trump will give the keynote address on the first night.
He will also give the closing remarks on the second night.
NewsNation, a broadcast partner, confirmed these details.
The convention is planned ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
This is part of the GOP’s efforts to energize voters and party members.
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Ohio Democratic candidate for governor Amy Acton was attacked by a person with a weapon while attending a fair in Canfield, Ohio. Several people were hurt, and police quickly responded to the incident.
Key Facts
The attack happened at the Canfield Fair in Ohio.
Amy Acton is the Democratic nominee for governor and a former state health director.
An armed person lunged at Dr. Acton during the event.
Multiple people were injured in the attack.
Law enforcement acted quickly to handle the situation.
Dr. Acton and her husband expressed gratitude for the police response and concern for those hurt.
The campaign called the violence unacceptable and emphasized standing against hate and division.
The story is still developing and more details may come later.
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President Donald Trump shared a map on his social media platform that showed New Mexico labeled as “New America.” This happened after a false claim spread online saying Trump had signed an order to rename the state, but this claim was proven to be untrue.
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President Trump posted a map calling New Mexico “New America” on Truth Social.
The map showed the name “Mexico” crossed out and replaced with “America.”
An online hoax falsely claimed Trump signed an order to rename New Mexico.
The hoax was debunked, meaning it was proven to be false.
New Mexico’s official name has not changed.
President Trump’s post was made on Sunday.
Truth Social is the social media platform Trump used to share the map.
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Fred Miller, an Air Force veteran, unknowingly bought a house in Virginia that was once a plantation owned by his ancestors who enslaved people. After discovering this history, Miller and his family researched the property, found a slave cemetery on the land, and now work to preserve the site and share its story.
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Fred Miller bought a Gothic Revival-style house in southern Virginia near his childhood home.
The house was built in the 1850s and was a plantation called Sharswood.
The plantation was owned by Miller’s own family members who enslaved people.
Miller and his sister Karen Dixon-Rexroth researched the house’s history with the help of a local historian.
They found documents proving their ancestors had been enslaved at Sharswood.
A slave cemetery was discovered just beyond the property line, identified by a former owner’s family.
Since learning about the site, Fred Miller moved back to Virginia to care for the slave quarters and cemetery.
He created the Sharswood foundation to preserve the history and now offers tours of the house.
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Fred Miller, an Air Force veteran from Virginia, bought an old plantation house called Sharswood without knowing its history. Later, he discovered that the house was tied to the history of his ancestors who were enslaved there, leading him on a deep and personal journey of discovery.
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Fred Miller bought Sharswood, a large historic house in Pittsylvania County, Virginia.
He wanted a big home for his large family gatherings.
His family had no prior knowledge about the history or significance of the house.
The house is near where Miller’s family lived and where they went to school as children.
Miller initially doubted the sellers would accept his offer because he is Black.
The house was part of a plantation where Miller’s ancestors had been enslaved.
The story highlights connections between present-day families and historic places in America.
The article first came out in 2022 and was revisited in a 60 Minutes segment.
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A U.S. Air Force veteran bought an old plantation house without knowing that his ancestors had been enslaved there. The discovery gave him a deep personal connection to his family history.
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The buyer is a veteran of the U.S. Air Force.
He was looking for a house that could host large family events.
He unknowingly purchased a former plantation house.
His ancestors were enslaved on that plantation.
The connection to his past became clear after buying the house.
The story shows how personal history can be linked to places in unexpected ways.
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Amy Acton, a Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, was attacked by a man with weapons during a campaign event at the Canfield Fair. Although Acton was not hurt, several people were injured before the attacker was arrested.
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The attack happened on Sunday at the Canfield Fair in Ohio.
The assailant lunged at Amy Acton and knocked volunteers to the ground.
The attacker was found with weapons and taken into police custody.
Amy Acton was not injured in the incident.
Multiple people were hurt during the attack.
Leaders from both parties condemned the violence.
Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy criticized the attack and said candidates should be safe meeting voters.
Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayad also spoke out against political violence.
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An armed man attacked the Democratic candidate for Ohio governor, Amy Acton, at a fair, injuring several people before being arrested. Acton was not hurt, and law enforcement responded quickly to the situation.
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The attack happened during a campaign event at the Canfield Fair in Ohio.
The suspect had multiple weapons and knocked volunteers to the ground.
Amy Acton was not physically injured in the incident.
Several people were hurt and are recovering.
Law enforcement made a swift arrest of the suspect.
Acton’s campaign condemned the violence and emphasized standing against hate.
Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, supported by President Donald Trump, criticized the attack and hopes no one was seriously harmed.
Police departments involved did not provide immediate public comments after the incident.
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