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Trump says he'd like to see a unified Ireland as he visits for golf at his Doonbeg course
Previous U.S. presidents have avoided direct comments on the issue.

Attack on key Saudi pipeline is blamed on Iran-backed militias in Iraq
The attack shut down Saudi Arabia's East-West pipeline, an alternative to the Strait of Hormuz.

Madison College nursing camp inspires future healthcare workers
The program aims to inspire more young people to enter healthcare fields, as hospitals and communities continue to need more nurses.

Sun and clouds to kick off the weekend
High temperatures will be in the 70s and low 80s.

Garrett Mitchell hits grand slam and MLB-best Brewers pound Reds 20-0 to clinch playoff spot
Dustin May (7-9) and Garrett Stallings combined on a two-hitter while Milwaukee pounded out a season-high 23 hits.

Wisconsinites gather in Kewaskum to remember Sept. 11 victims. 25 years later
A ceremony at Wisconsin’s 9/11 Memorial in Kewaskum honored Andrea Haberman and other 9/11 victims with state ties, 25 years after the attacks.

Students born after 9/11 say its effects remain visible today
UW-Milwaukee students born after 9/11 said airport security, policy changes and family stories keep the impact of the attacks present today.

Madison first responders commemorate 25th anniversary of 9/11
City and county leaders said they'll always remember those who gave their lives in service of others during the 9/11 attacks.

Former Wisconsin Gov. Thompson reflects on 9/11 attacks, unity that followed
Thompson hasn't publicly shared his 9/11 memories for 25 years.

3 things to watch in Packers' regular season opener
This is the seventh time in the last eight years the Packers are opening the season on the road.

Diesel prices are hitting record highs at a bad time for many US farmers
The spike adds to an already tough year for these farmers, who also faced higher costs for fertilizer, seeds and equipment.

Packers believe cornerback Brandon Cisse's passion for the game will help him thrive in rookie year
He’s expected to get a starting assignment when the Packers open their season Sunday at Minnesota.

UW schools see fewer international students, enrollment down 1%
There are 163,260 students systemwide, which is a decline of 1,732 students from fall 2025.

MMSD study says Milwaukee flooding not entirely caused by clogged sewer
A Milwaukee sewerage district study shows Bay View backups would have happened even without a clogged overflow pipe.

Context, personal experiences help teachers share story of 9/11 with new generation of students
The 9/11 attacks took place several years before today's high school students were born.

Remembering those with Wisconsin ties who were lost in 9/11 terrorist attacks
Twelve people who were killed that day had ties to the Badger State. Here are their names.

Wisconsin National Guard reflects on Sept. 11 response 25 years later
Twenty-five years after Sept. 11, Wisconsin National Guard leaders reflect on air patrols, airport security and years of deployments.

Wisconsinites with allergies face tough September
Levels of grass pollen and ragweed are surging in certain communities.

Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin sues over abortion provider, waiting period rules
Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin is challenging state rules on physicians and waiting periods, saying the restrictions limit access across Wisconsin.

Voters to decide whether places of worship should stay open in states of emergency
The constitutional amendment stems from criticism over Wisconsin's response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

World News

Anthropic boss Dario Amodei calls for AI development to slow down
The call comes amid growing concerns that AI models may become able to inflict serious damage worldwide.

Will the Thirlwall report change the debate about Lucy Letby?
The inquiry into the former nurse is expected to find failures by her hospital to ensure patient safety.

Trump's comments on a united Ireland may have targeted audience across the Atlantic
Nobody could have predicted that today's main global headline would be Trump's desire to see a unified Ireland.

Student loan terms to be made clearer in England
Changes will spell out that governments can change rules and that career choices affect repayments.

Rybakina wins US Open to inflict further pain on Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina demonstrates why she is the best women's player in the world by beating Aryna Sabalenka to win her first US Open title.

Reform receives second £36m donation in two days as crypto investor matches record
The party says the money will allow it to fight the next election on a "level playing field", while rivals have renewed calls for donations from individuals to be capped.

Diljit Dosanjh makes history under the famous Wembley arch
Wembley Stadium billed Diljit Dosanjh as the first Punjabi singer to headline the iconic music venue.

Dramatic insider warnings over AI fall flat with some in Silicon Valley
A recent spate of stark warnings about the dangers of AI has been met with scepticism by executives and investors.

Burnham and Badenoch revive red versus blue politics as Reform land 'gobsmacking' donations
As Reform slip back in the polls, Labour and the Conservatives rediscover a familiar political divide, writes Laura Kuenssberg.

I never got to experience my baby's scan, but blind parents like me can now feel them
Tactile 3D models created from pregnancy scans are just one innovation to support blind parents-to-be.

Hardened activists are changing tactics and mobilising the anti-migrant vote
Patriot Platform wants to build a group of working-class voters to influence political parties on the right.

When an avalanche killed climber Nirmal Purja, his friends faced the hardest mission of all
Mountaineer Mingma G tells the BBC about the climb to bring home the bodies of his closest friends.

'Skimpflation' warning as tinned mackerel alternative hits more supermarket shelves
Consumer group Which? has called the sale of jack mackerel, a cheaper, less nutritious species of fish, an example of "skimpflation".

Oscar-winning film producer Jeremy Thomas dies aged 77
Best known for The Last Emperor and Sexy Beast, the British film-maker was celebrated for working with international directors throughout his decades-long career.

Only Roland Garros towel left, says Ukraine tennis player after Russian strike hits flat
Dayana Yastremska says her flat took a "direct hit" by a Russian missile in Odesa, and all that left was her Roland Garros towel.

Afghan woman deported from US in first use of 'alien terrorist' court
The legal US resident was never charged with a crime, but was deported due to her family links to terrorism.

Three arrests at Portsmouth protests including man, 76, suspected of concealing identity
Rival demonstrators march through Portsmouth as new police powers come into force.

Bulgaria investigates fire at weapons site that owner calls sabotage
Officials are not ruling out "outside interference", while the company says the blaze at its site was sabotage.

I was beating adults at chess when I was eight
Last week 13-year-old Ethan became the youngest Ulster Chess champion in history across all ages.

The one thing you need to do to succeed - according to top bosses
What makes someone stand out in a crowded workplace? Six business leaders tell us what they look for.

'Batman mansion' owner hits back in bats row
The owner of Mentmore Towers, which starred in Batman Begins, says a repair scheme is under way.

'He's massive!' Meet Hugo, the world's tallest horse
Hugo the shire horse enters the record books as the world's tallest living horse.

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How Reform's £72m Mega Donations Change UK Politics
How the record donations change the country’s political landscape.

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Trump made the pledge at the Republicans’ first ever midterm convention.

Star-studded, iconic, Oscar-winning mafia epic
Directed by Francis Ford Coppola and starring Al Pacino, Marlon Brando and Diane Keaton

'Today the game was unprotected' - Arteta fumes but Arsenal survive
Arsenal produced a gritty 2-0 win against Sunderland, but Mikel Arteta fumed about the penalty that could have cost his side a result.

Rybakina wins US Open to inflict further pain on Sabalenka
Elena Rybakina demonstrates why she is the best women's player in the world by beating Aryna Sabalenka to win her first US Open title.

Toothless Spurs blank again as new era turns into a false dawn
Toothless Spurs' draw a blank again and are now in danger of seeing a brave new era turn into a false dawn, says chief football writer Phil McNulty.

More dropped points at Anfield - is it too early for Liverpool to worry?
Liverpool have failed to win either of their first two Premier League games at Anfield. But is it too early to worry?

Norris' real opportunity after coming from nowhere with 'masterpiece' lap
McLaren do not have the fastest car at the Spanish Grand Prix but with overtaking expected to be difficult, pole man Lando Norris has a chance of another win.

Hodgkinson second to Werro after hamstring tear
Keely Hodgkinson is again denied a major prize by rival Audrey Werro - but reveals she had to overcome a torn hamstring to make the start line at the World Athletics Ultimate Championship.