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- Australian man faces death penalty after body of 17-year-old found in suitcase
- US embassy in Belgium hosts lavish event for 250th independence anniversary
- US and Iran Conduct Strikes Amid Escalating Tensions in Hormuz Region
- Concordia University shooter Valery Fabrikant dies in prison aged 86
- Transcript of Senator Bill Cassidy’s interview on Face the Nation, June 28, 2026
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The Guardian - Biden pledges $6bn investment if Stormont restored
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The Guardian says Joe Biden is promising Northern Ireland a $6bn (£5bn) US investment if power sharing is restored at its assembly.
The front page also reports on a diabetes crisis growing in the UK, and Prince Harry will attend his father’s Coronation in May but Meghan and the kids will stay in the
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Senator Chris Coons injured in multi-vehicle crash in Sussex County
June 29, 2026
1:00 am
Delaware Senator Chris Coons sustained minor injuries in a multi-vehicle crash in Sussex County. The incident occurred when another driver experienced a medical emergency. Coons was treated at Beebe Hospital and expressed gratitude to first responders. He is running for a fourth Senate term.
Australian man faces death penalty after body of 17-year-old found in suitcase
June 29, 2026
12:00 am
The body of 17-year-old Tunchanok Donhomla was found in a suitcase in Pattaya, with Australian tourist Simon Carman arrested on suspicion of her murder.
US embassy in Belgium hosts lavish event for 250th independence anniversary
June 28, 2026
11:00 pm
Thousands attended a lavish celebration in Brussels, organised by the US Embassy to mark 250 years of US independence. The event featured activities like baseball and line dancing, alongside performances and a drone show. However, it faced criticism for the privatisation of public space, sparking protests from local residents and activist groups.
US and Iran Conduct Strikes Amid Escalating Tensions in Hormuz Region
June 28, 2026
10:01 pm
What’s going on?
The U.S. and Iran have carried out new strikes, which are testing a fragile ceasefire. These actions signal an escalation in military hostilities between the two nations. The situation raises concerns about the longevity of diplomatic efforts in the region.
CNN emphasises the immediacy of the conflict, stating, “Live updates: US and Iran ramp up threats as strikes escalate, straining fragile truce.” In contrast, the Wall Street Journal focuses on the diplomatic implications, noting, “U.S., Iran Carry Out New Strikes, Testing Fragile Ceasefire.” This framing suggests differing priorities: CNN highlights the urgency of military actions, while WSJ underscores the potential consequences for peace negotiations.
Coverage analysed: CNN | WSJ
Concordia University shooter Valery Fabrikant dies in prison aged 86
June 28, 2026
7:00 pm
Valery Fabrikant has died in medical care at the Archambault Institution, a medium- and minimum-security prison in Sainte-Anne-des-Plaines, Quebec. The circumstances of his death are not currently clear, and further details have yet to be released by authorities.
Transcript of Senator Bill Cassidy’s interview on Face the Nation, June 28, 2026
June 28, 2026
5:00 pm
Senator Bill Cassidy reported a change in his stance regarding military action in Iran following a briefing from Vice President Kamala Harris and Special Envoy Steve Witkoff. He stated that the briefing clarified achievable objectives related to Iran’s nuclear capabilities, which influenced his reconsideration of support for military strikes.
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