Counterterrorism police say Ann Widdecombe was killed in a targeted attack at her Devon home, though the killing has not been declared a terrorist incident. A 28-year-old man arrested on suspicion of murder has been re-arrested under terrorism-related allegations.
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President Donald Trump dropped a proposed 20% fee on cargo passing through the Strait of Hormuz, saying Gulf investment deals would replace it. The decision came as the US prepared to resume a naval blockade of Iranian ports amid escalating regional attacks.
Darline Graham was sworn in to complete the Senate term of her brother, the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, after his sudden death. She becomes the first woman to represent South Carolina in the U.S. Senate.
Warren Buffett omitted the Gates Foundation from his annual donations and will give about $6 billion in Berkshire Hathaway stock to four family-linked foundations. The move follows renewed scrutiny of Bill Gates’ past contacts with Jeffrey Epstein.
President Donald Trump said the FBI would be “wasting their time” if it is investigating conspiracy theories about Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death. Preliminary medical findings found Graham died from an aortic dissection due to cardiovascular disease.
Chesley “Sully” Sullenberger, known for the 2009 “Miracle on the Hudson” landing, said he has been diagnosed with early-stage Alzheimer’s disease. He said he hopes sharing the news will encourage other families facing the disease to come forward.
ICE agents have been told to suspend most vehicle stops nationwide after fatal shootings during enforcement operations in Maine and Texas. The temporary pause allows for additional vehicle-stop training, with exceptions for serious criminal targets.
Justices Elena Kagan and Amy Coney Barrett asked Congress for more Supreme Court security funding, citing swatting, threats and expanded protection needs. The court is seeking $228.4 million, including new money for police, visitor screening and cybersecurity.