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- Andy Burnham secures Labour nominations to succeed Keir Starmer as leader
- Tyler Robinson’s preliminary hearing begins in Charlie Kirk shooting case
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News Briefing
What’s happening?
A preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson, accused in the Charlie Kirk case, is currently underway. The session focuses on the evidence against Robinson, including witness accounts and potential motives related to the incident.
In analyzing the coverage, The New York Times headlines states, “Suspect in Charlie Kirk Killing Admitted to the Crime in Text Messages, Prosecutors Say.” This emphasizes the implications of the suspect’s confession as pivotal evidence. In contrast, Fox News reports, “Charlie Kirk case: Tyler Robinson’s day 4 hearing to feature Lance Twiggs interview,” focusing on procedural elements and upcoming testimony, rather than the incident’s consequences. The former presents the narrative through the lens of justice and accountability, while the latter highlights the judicial process and unfolding testimonies. Coverage analyzed: The New York Times | Fox News | USA Today | The Washington Post
What’s going on?
The US confirmed it has launched fresh strikes against Iranian targets in response to recent escalations. This decision follows President Trump’s indication that a ceasefire is no longer viable. The strikes aim to assert US military presence amid rising tensions in the region.
“US renews strikes on IRGC; Iran vows retaliation as peace, ceasefire stall” emphasises ongoing conflict and Iranian responses. In contrast, “Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Trade Fresh Strikes After Trump Suggests Cease-Fire is ‘Over’” focuses more on the dramatic shift in US diplomatic posture. The differing emphases highlight the urgency of the military actions versus the evolving political dynamics.
Coverage analysed: Fox News | The New York Times
RUSSIA BANS DIESEL
Russia halts diesel exports following refinery attacks overnight, leading to escalating gas shortages.
Markets react with significant price spikes on energy commodities.
I needed open heart surgery. If I didn’t have it, I would die. Scary stuff.
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Priscilla Presley and Elvis Presley’s daughter Lisa Marie died the day after the Golden Globes (Picture: Eric Charbonneau/Shutterstock)
Priscilla Presley has spoken about her heartbreaking final interaction with her daughter Lisa Marie Presley.
Lisa Marie died in January from cardiac arrest, aged 54.
In a new interview, Priscilla, 78, shared intimate details about the last time she saw her daughter and even confirmed that she ‘didn’t look well’ during their last encounter.
Priscilla also heartbreakingly spoke about hugging her daughter for the very last time.
Speaking to Piers Morgan in a new Uncensored interview, Priscilla confirmed she last saw her daughter at the 2023 Golden Globe Awards on January 11.
Lisa Marie died on January 12.
In a new interview, Priscilla, 78, shared intimate details about the last time she saw her daughter (Picture: Talk TV)
Priscilla told Piers: ‘She didn’t look well that night, and I was concerned. She looked very frail.’
The ex-wife of Elvis Presley also said that Lisa Marie left early that night, telling her mum: ‘Mum, I have to go. My stomach really hurts.’
Priscilla shared: ‘Then I hugged her, and she went her way, and I went mine, and that hug was the last hug I gave her.’
The star also revealed it was ‘too late’ by the time she arrived at the hospital to see her daughter.
Priscilla also heartbreakingly spoke about hugging her daughter for the very last time (Picture: Eric Charbonneau/Shutterstock)
It comes after the extent of Priscilla’s settlement with her granddaughter Riley Keough following a lengthy legal battle was revealed.
Riley, 34, was named as sole trustee of the estate belonging to her late mother, Lisa Marie Presley.
Elvis’ daughter’s will had thrown the relationship of Priscilla and Riley into turmoil after she disputed the ‘authenticity and validity’ of an amendment made to the late star’s living trust.
It comes after the extent of Priscilla’s settlement with her granddaughter Riley Keough following a lengthy legal battle was revealed (Picture: Jason LaVeris/FilmMagic)
This amendment had removed Priscilla as trustee and replaced her with Riley and her brother Benjamin, who died in 2020.
After 10 months, the bitter family dispute was brought to an end with Riley named as the owner of Elvis’ Graceland mansion in Memphis, Tennessee
A Los Angeles Superior Court judge officially approved the settlement which will see a lump sum given to ex-wife Priscilla.
Priscilla will also be buried next to her late ex-husband on the Graceland property when her time comes.
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