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Trump confirms he switched planes after Nato summit because of possible threat -- Journalists and White House staff who were on board the jet were unaware the president had left.

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UK prosecutors argue Tate brothers a flight risk ahead of bail hearing -- Andrew and Tristan Tate would attempt to evade prosecution if they are freed on bail, prosecutors argue.

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Miss Universe Canada contestants apologise for wearing indigenous dress -- "My outfit caused hurt and offence to people in the indigenous community," one of the contestants said after the pageant.

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Trump's dramatic plane swap hints at personal stakes of Iran war -- It marks another striking episode in the turbulent history of his relationship with Iran, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher.

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Inside the Secret Service 'shell game' to hide US presidents in plain sight -- Elaborate deception operations and decoys are often used to deceive potential threats to the US president.

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Russia releases former US Marine reported in poor health -- Robert Gilman, who was arrested in 2022, was left in "life-threatening condition" after being subjected to "harsh and abusive treatment", his family says.

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US says helicopter fired missiles to disable ship breaking Iran blockade -- US Central Command says its helicopter hit the engine room of a Panama-flagged cargo vessel in the Gulf of Oman.

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Luigi Mangione murder trial to have anonymous jury -- The judge overseeing the state murder trial ruled the 12-person jury would remain anonymous because of the intense media spotlight on the case.

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More than 10 firms pay up to $100,000 a month for fast access to Truth Social posts -- Trump Media expects the controversial service, which launched this month, to provide a new revenue stream, as it posts a quarterly loss.

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Anne Hathaway pokes fun at 'fake baby bump' theories -- The actress responds to social media critics who suggested her bump didn't look real at a premiere.

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US judge drops bribery and fraud case against Indian billionaire Gautam Adani -- The judge, however, criticised the way the Justice Department decided to drop the case.

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What it's like flying with Trump on Air Force One -- BBC Correspondent Tom Bateman explains what it's like for members of the press who fly on Air Force One with the US President.

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Watch: Severe storms overturn vehicle and trigger flooding in Ohio -- Residents are being urged to prepare for additional severe storms in the coming days, as officials also report at least one fatality.

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Drone captures devastating aftermath of Spokane wildfires -- The aerial footage shows homes destroyed down to their foundations, with burned cars still parked in some driveways.

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Dashcam video shows moment lorry slams into New York overpass -- The driver aboard the tractor trailer was not injured, but he was ticketed for having a vehicle that exceeded the maximum height.

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Watch: What we know about Tupac murder suspect Duane 'Keffe D' Davis -- The trial of the 63-year-old former gang boss kicked off on Monday, and he has entered a not guilty plea.

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Fact-checking Trump's claims as he rolls back some recommended vaccines -- The US president has repeatedly cast doubt on the safety of childhood vaccines, making several misleading claims.

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What to know about Trump's Patriot Games for high school athletes -- Two teenagers from each state are competing as part of the celebration of America's 250th anniversary.

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'We've had a lot of close calls': Canada wildfire evacuees wonder if they still have homes -- More than 12,000 people have been forced to evacuate and some homes have been lost after a wildfire tore through Canada's picturesque Okanagan region.

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30 years later, a former gang member will stand trial for Tupac's murder -- It's been three decades since Tupac was killed, and since then, his reputation has only grown.

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'Not afraid to stay': The Canadians who want to change how wildfires are fought -- With wildfires now widespread and frequent, some rural residents in Canada are learning how to fight the flames themselves and protect their own homes.

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Wisconsin result dents winning streak for Democratic Party's left wing -- Centrist David Crowley is projected to have beaten democratic socialist Francesca Hong, breaking a recent nationwide trend.

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Watch: What is it like to travel on Air Force One with Trump? -- Donald Trump secretly swapped planes as he left a Nato summit in Turkey last month, deceiving even the press pool who flew on board without him.

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