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Politics · United StatesDoctor raises questions over Donald Trump's health and White House transparency
A cardiologist who treated Dick Cheney has questioned Donald Trump’s health in a New York Times op-ed, citing bruises, leg swelling and undisclosed medical imaging. The White House dismissed concerns as ‘cherry-picked screenshots’, while a Democratic congressman proposes an independent medical commission under the 25th Amendment.
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Politics · United StatesTrump flew on secret jet after Iran threat, decoy Air Force One used
Donald Trump was moved from Air Force One to a secret military jet after intelligence identified a credible Iranian missile threat. A decoy plane carrying officials and journalists flew separately, escorted by US fighter jets. Trump initially denied any security concerns.
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Politics · United StatesObama jokes about Trump’s Oval Office gold sign in HBO comedy sketch
Barack Obama mocked Donald Trump’s decision to add a gold sign outside the Oval Office during a comedy sketch with Larry David. The joke, filmed on a replica set, drew attention to broader White House renovations that a federal appeals court has temporarily halted.
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Politics · United StatesHunter Biden’s media tour sparks speculation about political future
Hunter Biden has given multiple high-profile interviews, including a two-hour conversation with Tucker Carlson, discussing his past struggles, addiction recovery, and criticism of Donald Trump. Right-rated outlets emphasise the interviews’ potential political impact, while no left- or centre-rated outlets covered the story.
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Politics · United StatesTrump faces final popular vote in November midterms amid policy criticism
Donald Trump will contest his last popular vote in the November 2026 US midterms, with left-rated outlets emphasising his claims of electoral fraud and policy failures, while the centre focuses on economic criticism. No right-rated outlet covered the story.
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Politics · United StatesNORAD intercepts two aircraft over Trump golf club in Bedminster
Two general aviation aircraft violated temporary flight restrictions over Bedminster, New Jersey, on 9 August 2026 while Donald Trump was at his golf club. NORAD scrambled F-16 jets to intercept and escort the planes out of the area without incident.
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Trump calls Texas data centre pause a mistake after Abbott halts approvals
Donald Trump said Texas was making a mistake by opposing data centres, days after Governor Greg Abbott paused approvals for new facilities. Trump argued the centres could surpass oil in economic value, while Abbott cited power grid and water supply risks as reasons for the halt.
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Media · United StatesFederal judge asked to drop charges against Don Lemon over St Paul church protest
Don Lemon has asked a federal judge to dismiss criminal civil-rights charges related to his presence at an anti-ICE protest inside a Minnesota church in January. His legal team claims the prosecution is politically motivated and violates the First Amendment.
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Politics · United StatesTrump says voters are angry at Republicans but not at him ahead of midterms
President Donald Trump said voters are angry at Republicans but not at him, as polls show the party trailing Democrats by 8 points ahead of the 2026 midterms. Trump’s super PAC has $400 million but has not yet spent to support GOP candidates, while he has lost 21 court battles over state voter rolls.
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Trump declines to endorse Thune for Senate GOP leader as SAVE America Act vote looms
President Donald Trump refused to endorse John Thune for another term as Senate GOP leader, citing frustration over stalled election integrity legislation. Thune plans a vote on the SAVE America Act, which would require proof of citizenship to register to vote and mandate photo ID, as control of the Senate hinges on five states.
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Politics · United StatesDonald Trump's fuller hair in Las Vegas sparks wig speculation
During a recent speaking engagement in Las Vegas, Donald Trump's hair appeared noticeably fuller and more voluminous than usual, prompting speculation that he might be wearing a wig. Hairstylists and experts in men's hair replacement systems told HuffPost the change was likely due to dye and styling, not a hairpiece. Social media erupted with jokes and memes about the president's appearance.
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Politics · European UnionDonald Trump’s September Ireland visit unconfirmed, Irish premier says
Irish premier Micheál Martin said no details of a possible Donald Trump visit to Ireland next month are confirmed. Outlets report Trump may attend the Irish Open at his Doonbeg golf course from 12 September, with a Dublin stop also expected, though final plans are unclear.
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Politics · United StatesTrump stops toddler from wandering off stage at Nevada rally, jokes about Biden
Donald Trump stopped a toddler from wandering off stage at a Nevada campaign event, later joking he did not want the child to 'be Biden and fall off the stage'. The incident occurred during a speech promoting his 'no tax on tips' policy and Trump Accounts savings programme, with the toddler’s parents invited on stage.
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Vance calls Iran negotiations messy as Trump claims deal near Hormuz Strait
US Vice President JD Vance said negotiations with Iran would be 'messy' and 'take some time', describing Iranians as 'extremely difficult people'. President Donald Trump claimed a deal to reopen the Hormuz Strait was 'right around the corner', while Iran's president said communicating with its leader was 'very difficult'.
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Politics · United StatesWNBA transgender debate centres on French player after Trump joke resurfaces
A French transgender basketball player became the focus of a US debate after Indiana Fever’s Sophie Cunningham opposed transgender women in the WNBA. A 2022 joke by Donald Trump about LeBron James transitioning resurfaced, while the WNBA has no formal policy on transgender participation.
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Politics · United StatesTrump asks LeBron James if he ever wanted to be a woman in WNBA comment
Donald Trump asked LeBron James if he had ever wanted to be a woman while suggesting he could dominate the WNBA. The remark, made during a discussion on transgender athletes, drew reactions across sports media. No transgender players currently compete in the WNBA, though some outlets framed the story around a separate debate over Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham’s comments.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTrump Imposes 50 Percent Tariff on Canadian Wine, Hockey Sticks and Cement
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing a 50 percent tariff on Canadian wine, hockey sticks and cement, citing discriminatory trade policies. Canadian trade officials are in Washington for talks as the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement enters annual review after countries failed to agree on renewal.
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Politics · United StatesTrump attacks oil firms and US Attorney in speech as poll rating hits low
Donald Trump accused oil executives of profiteering from his Iran policy and US Attorney Jeanine Pirou of altering court filings in a Monday speech. His approval rating fell to one-third in a CNN/SSRS poll, while Republican senators insisted on written proof that a $1.8bn Justice Department fund was permanently abolished.
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