More than 16 million people in England and Wales live too far from a defibrillator that is available all day and night, putting them at risk if they suffer a cardiac arrest. Early use of a defibrillator and CPR can double survival chances, but many areas lack quick access to these devices. The British Heart Foundation is starting a program to provide more community defibrillators in high-need places.
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Over 16 million people in England and Wales are more than a 1km round trip from a 24/7 defibrillator.
More than half the population, or 35 million people, are not within a 3-5 minute walk of a defibrillator.
Each year, there are over 40,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests in the UK with less than 10% survival.
Survival chances drop by roughly 10% each minute without CPR or defibrillation.
All local authorities except City of London have some residents far from a 24/7 defibrillator.
In 264 out of 318 areas studied, over half the residents live beyond the recommended 3-5 minutes from a defibrillator.
Some places like Harlow and Birmingham have very low access, while City of London and Hartlepool have better access.
The British Heart Foundation will give 400 defibrillators to communities with the greatest need.
A UK MP suggested removing VAT from defibrillators and their accessories to make installation easier.
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A small Texas town called Presidio is suing the U.S. government to stop the construction of President Donald Trump’s border wall because they say it threatens the town’s flood protection system. The government wants to build a wall along the border but faces opposition from local groups and others who are concerned about environmental damage and legal procedures.
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Presidio, Texas, has about 3,200 residents and is located on the Mexico border.
The town’s developers say the proposed border wall could harm the levees that protect Presidio from flooding.
The government’s Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has a $46 billion plan to build the wall from the Pacific Ocean to the Gulf of Mexico.
Presidio says the government did not get required permission from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers before starting construction near the levees.
The town argues that replacing parts of the levee with a concrete wall and tall steel panels could increase flood risk.
DHS claims it has the right to bypass many regulations to finish the wall quickly.
There is opposition from landowners, environmental groups, and Native American tribes who worry about impacts on historical sites and the environment.
The lawsuit highlights a conflict between local communities and the federal government’s border security plans.
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A federal terrorism trial is starting for Hadi Matar, who stabbed author Salman Rushdie in 2022. The trial will explore Matar’s motives, including alleged ties to Iran and Hezbollah, groups linked to a religious order calling for Rushdie’s death.
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Hadi Matar stabbed Salman Rushdie in 2022 during a public event.
Matar was previously convicted in state court and sentenced to 25 years in prison.
The new federal trial will focus on charges related to terrorism and motive.
Prosecutors say Matar acted out of loyalty to Iran’s government and Hezbollah.
Matar’s electronics contained information on a fatwa, a religious order calling for Rushdie’s death.
Salman Rushdie is expected to testify about the attack and his recovery.
Matar faces a potential life sentence if found guilty of federal terrorism charges.
Matar’s lawyers have challenged the use of his social media and digital evidence.
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President Donald Trump promotes "Trump Accounts," investment accounts that give $1,000 to every child born during his second term to help reduce poverty and increase stock market participation. While some parents have received the money, many are still waiting for the $1,000 seed funds to arrive in their children’s accounts.
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Trump Accounts provide $1,000 to children born between 2025 and 2028.
The accounts were created by Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill from last year.
The accounts can be opened for children under 18 and are tax-advantaged, meaning they offer tax benefits.
The government says 6.5 million Trump Accounts have been opened, with 1.5 million eligible for the $1,000 baby bonus.
After opening, parents and others can add money; the funds are invested in index funds that track the stock market’s performance.
The money cannot be used until the child turns 18 and must be spent on education, starting a business, or buying a home.
Some parents report delays in receiving the $1,000 initial deposit from the Treasury Department.
President Trump plans to speak at a Georgia high school to promote these accounts.
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New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani said the city cannot arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu despite a war crimes arrest warrant from the International Criminal Court. Mamdani urged the U.S. federal government, which has legal authority, to enforce the warrant if Netanyahu visits New York for the U.N. General Assembly.
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The International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu in 2024 over alleged war crimes in Gaza.
Mayor Mamdani called Netanyahu a "war criminal" and said he is not welcome in New York City.
New York City lacks the legal power to arrest Netanyahu and cannot enforce the ICC warrant.
Mamdani asked the federal government to join the ICC and carry out the arrest warrant.
President Donald Trump stated that Netanyahu will not be arrested in the United States.
Netanyahu faces accusations related to using starvation as a method of warfare and targeting civilians, which Israel denies.
The Israeli ambassador to the UN criticized Mayor Mamdani, saying he should focus on serving New Yorkers.
Netanyahu is expected to attend the U.N. General Assembly in New York City in September.
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President Donald Trump will attend the dignified transfer of four U.S. service members killed in the Middle East at Dover Air Force Base. The soldiers died in Iranian missile and drone attacks in Jordan and Iraq during ongoing hostilities.
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The dignified transfer is a ceremony where the remains of fallen service members are returned to their families.
This will be President Trump’s third time attending such a transfer since the war in Iran began in February 2026.
Two soldiers, Tyler James Feehan and Isabella Gonzales, were killed in missile and drone attacks in Jordan.
A third soldier, Angel S. Rampersad, missing after the Jordan attacks, is now believed to be deceased.
The fourth soldier, Michael Emmanuel Swinton, died in Iraq during an Iranian drone detonation.
Since the war started, 18 U.S. service members have been killed.
The U.S. has carried out strikes against Iran amid a failed interim peace agreement.
President Trump stated that the U.S. would respond strongly to each American soldier killed by Iran.
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U.S. Rep. Andy Biggs won the Republican nomination for Arizona governor and will run against the current Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in the November election. Biggs is known for his strong support of President Donald Trump and leadership in the House Freedom Caucus.
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Andy Biggs defeated Rep. David Schweikert in the Republican primary for Arizona governor.
Biggs is a close ally of President Donald Trump and was chair of the House Freedom Caucus from 2019 to 2022.
He voted against certifying the 2020 election results in Arizona and other states after the January 6 Capitol riot.
Schweikert criticized Biggs as unelectable but struggled to raise money and lacked Trump’s endorsement.
Biggs received support from Trump and a conservative group called Turning Point Action.
Both parties are also choosing candidates for important state offices like secretary of state and attorney general.
Democrats plan to campaign against Biggs by calling him an extremist focused more on Trump than Arizona residents.
The race between Biggs and Hobbs is expected to be very close and important for Arizona’s political future.
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Alexander Kolodin, an Arizona state representative and lawyer who challenged the 2020 election results, is expected to win the Republican primary for Arizona secretary of state. He will run against the current Secretary of State, Adrian Fontes, who is a Democrat, in the November election.
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Alexander Kolodin is an Arizona state representative and election lawyer.
He is known for disputing the 2020 election outcomes.
Kolodin is projected to win the GOP primary for Arizona secretary of state.
His primary opponent was Gina Swoboda, a former state GOP chair.
The general election will be against Adrian Fontes, the Democratic incumbent secretary of state.
The information comes from Decision Desk HQ projections.
The Arizona secretary of state oversees elections in the state.
This election is scheduled for November.
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Mark Lamb won the Republican primary for Arizona's 5th Congressional District despite allegations of sexual misconduct that he denies. He will likely replace GOP Rep. Andy Biggs, who is running for governor, in the November election.
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Mark Lamb is a former Pinal County sheriff (2017-2024).
He won the Arizona GOP primary for the 5th Congressional District.
Lamb defeated Daniel Keenan, who spent over $1.5 million on his campaign.
Several women accused Lamb of sending explicit messages and photos, making threats, and inappropriate behavior.
Lamb denies all misconduct allegations.
One woman said her complaints about Lamb were ignored by church leaders of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
President Trump endorsed and supported Lamb during the primary race.
Andy Biggs, the current representative, is running for governor and is expected to be replaced by Lamb if he wins the general election.
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Andy Biggs won the Republican primary for Arizona governor and will face the current Democratic governor, Katie Hobbs, in the general election. Biggs, supported by President Donald Trump, appeals to conservative voters in a key swing state that has shifted politically in recent years.
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Andy Biggs, a conservative congressman endorsed by President Trump, won the Republican nomination for Arizona governor.
He defeated fellow Republican David Schweikert and two businessmen, Ken Miceli and Scott Neely.
Katie Hobbs, the Democratic incumbent governor, ran unopposed in her primary.
Arizona has shifted from a Republican stronghold to a competitive state due to population growth and changing voting patterns.
Democrats now hold the governor’s office, attorney general, secretary of state, and both U.S. Senate seats in Arizona.
President Trump narrowly won Arizona in the 2024 presidential election after losing it in 2020.
The gubernatorial race is seen as important nationally because of Arizona’s role in recent election disputes.
Republicans face challenges in the midterms, with Democrats hoping to gain seats in Congress, including in Arizona’s key districts.
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Governor Katie Hobbs is leading in polls against Representative Andy Biggs in the race for Arizona governor. Biggs won the Republican primary with about 70% of the vote, but Hobbs, the Democratic incumbent, is favored to win in the November 2026 election.
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Andy Biggs won the 2026 Republican primary for Arizona governor with roughly 70% of the vote.
Katie Hobbs, the current Democratic governor, holds a lead in recent polls over Biggs.
In one poll, Hobbs led 41% to 37%, with more voters unsure about Biggs.
Hobbs is popular among moderate voters, with 48% supporting her versus 20% for Biggs.
Independent voters in Arizona are the largest voter group and are unpredictable in their choices.
President Trump won Arizona by more than 5 points in the 2024 presidential election.
Experts say Biggs may need to soften his strong conservative image to win over independents.
Political analysts classify the Arizona governor’s race as leaning Democratic but still competitive.
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Republican Andy Biggs will run against Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs in the upcoming governor's race. Biggs, supported by President Donald Trump, won the Republican primary against David Schweikert.
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Andy Biggs is a Republican representative from Arizona.
He defeated David Schweikert in the Republican primary for governor.
Biggs has President Donald Trump’s support.
Katie Hobbs is the current governor of Arizona and a Democrat.
Hobbs did not face any challengers in her party's primary.
Arizona was won by President Trump in both the 2016 and 2024 presidential elections.
The governor’s race in Arizona is expected to be closely contested.
The election will take place in the fall.
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Rep. Andy Biggs has won the Republican nomination for Arizona governor, endorsed by President Donald Trump. He will run against the current Democratic Governor Katie Hobbs in a close race expected in 2026.
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Andy Biggs is a member of Congress representing Arizona’s 5th District and has served five terms.
Biggs is a strong supporter of President Trump and backed Trump's claims of election fraud, which have not been proven.
He was subpoenaed by the Jan. 6 committee for his possible involvement in Trump's efforts around the 2020 election.
Biggs defeated several competitors, including Rep. David Schweikert, to win the GOP nomination.
Governor Katie Hobbs narrowly beat Trump-backed Kari Lake in 2022 by less than 1%.
Arizona voted for President Trump in 2024 but is currently led by Democrats in the governor’s office and in the Senate seats.
Republicans still control six of Arizona’s nine congressional districts, showing the state remains politically mixed.
Political analysts say the governor’s race leans slightly toward Democrats but remains competitive.
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Democratic Representative Greg Stanton is expected to win the primary election in Arizona’s 4th Congressional District. He defeated Kai Newkirk, a progressive challenger, who criticized Stanton for accepting corporate donations and supporting a specific vote.
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Greg Stanton is the current Democratic representative for Arizona’s 4th Congressional District.
Stanton faced a primary challenge from Kai Newkirk, a progressive organizer.
Newkirk criticized Stanton for taking campaign money from corporations.
Newkirk also opposed Stanton’s vote on a particular issue, referred to as the Laken vote.
Decision Desk HQ projects Stanton will win the primary easily.
This primary took place on a Tuesday.
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The U.S. House of Representatives voted against a proposal to stop Pentagon money from being used for most Ukraine security aid, except for protecting the U.S. embassy there. The amendment was part of a defense spending bill and was defeated by a large margin.
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Rep. Eli Crane from Arizona introduced the amendment.
The amendment aimed to block Pentagon funds for Ukraine security aid, except for embassy protection.
The vote took place on a Tuesday night.
The amendment was rejected by 350 votes to 76.
The proposal was part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), a bill on U.S. defense spending.
The decision allows Pentagon funding to continue supporting Ukraine's security efforts beyond just embassy safety.
The vote was mostly against the amendment, showing strong support for ongoing aid to Ukraine.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani said he cannot arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he visits New York City for the United Nations General Assembly. Mamdani explained that the city does not have the legal power to enforce such an arrest warrant.
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Mayor Zohran Mamdani is the mayor of New York City.
He initially said he would arrest Prime Minister Netanyahu if he visited the city.
Netanyahu may visit New York City in September for the United Nations General Assembly.
Mamdani later clarified he does not have the legal authority to carry out such an arrest.
The arrest warrant in question cannot be enforced by the city alone.
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A preliminary court hearing is underway in Los Angeles for David Anthony Burke, known as singer D4vd, who faces charges of murdering and sexually abusing 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez. Graphic crime scene photos were shown in court for the first time, depicting the victim's dismembered body found in Burke's car.
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David Anthony Burke, 21, known as D4vd, is charged with murder and sexual abuse of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez.
The victim’s body was found dismembered inside a Tesla registered to Burke in Hollywood in September 2025.
Prosecutors say Burke stabbed and dismembered Celeste using a chainsaw to hide the crime after years of alleged abuse.
Burke ordered items like a body bag, chainsaws, an inflatable pool, and a shovel online after Celeste’s death.
This hearing is to show evidence and prove there is enough to proceed to trial; it is not the trial itself.
Celeste’s parents witnessed the graphic images, which was very distressing, but they chose to stay in court to support their daughter.
The courtroom was crowded with journalists and public members watching the proceedings.
Burke appeared quietly in court, wearing an orange jail uniform and restrained during the hearing.
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The US House of Representatives passed a temporary government spending bill to avoid a shutdown before the November midterm elections. The bill allows government funding to continue until December 4 and now moves to the Senate for approval.
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The House vote to approve the stopgap spending measure was 220-205, mostly along party lines.
The current government funding authority expires on September 30.
Republicans want to pass this bill early to prevent a government shutdown caused by Senate Democrats blocking funding.
Last year, Democrats blocked funding for 43 days over healthcare cost issues and did so twice this year to demand immigration enforcement reforms.
The Senate has not passed any appropriations measures for the 2027 fiscal year, while the House passed three.
Senate Democrats and Republicans remain far apart in spending talks.
House Democrats support a temporary funding bill but oppose this Republican version because it lacks immigration agency reforms.
Congress must pass funding bills or continuing resolutions every year to keep the government running and avoid shutdowns.
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The House of Representatives passed a short-term funding bill to keep federal agencies operating at current budget levels until December 4. This action aims to prevent the government from shutting down when the new fiscal year starts on October 1.
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The House voted 220-205 to approve the stopgap funding measure.
The bill maintains funding at current levels through December 4.
The measure was passed to avoid a government shutdown starting October 1.
Six Democrats and Representative Kevin Kiley (Independent from California) voted with the majority to pass the bill.
The federal government's fiscal year ends on September 30.
This funding plan is temporary and will require further action before the December 4 deadline.
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The U.S. House of Representatives voted against adding a rule to a military spending bill that would have made President Trump’s order banning transgender people from military service into law. The vote was close, with some Republicans joining Democrats to block the amendment.
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The House voted 212 to 217 against the amendment.
The amendment aimed to make President Trump's executive order on transgender military service permanent law.
Rep. Lauren Boebert from Colorado sponsored the amendment.
Four Republican members voted with Democrats to oppose the amendment.
The amendment was part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).
The rejection means the current ban under the executive order will not be codified into law by Congress at this time.
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