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Latest updates4 hrs agoOregon teacher fought school attacker before armed dad shot suspect 'multiple times'The 16-year-old suspect previously attended the primary school and had targeted a special educational needs classroom, police say.4 hrs ago5 hrs agoKatie Zacharia leaving White House role less than five days into jobHer public debut as press secretary ended with a flurry of media criticism about her credentials and preparedness. 5 hrs ago12 hrs agoActress Selma Blair says she 'did not intend to harm anyone' in plane altercationA publicist for the actress said the incident stemmed from a "medical emergency" and said she has a neurological disorder that can cause out-of-control responses.12 hrs ago12 hrs agoEvacuation orders as fast-moving California wildfire burns homesFanned by the fierce Santa Ana winds, the Norte Fire is one of 13 burning across the state.12 hrs ago12 hrs agoThe uncertain future of Canada's 30 rescued belugas An international rescue operation for the last 30 captive whales in Canada made headlines. Then five of them died. 12 hrs ago13 hrs agoJudge throws out child sex abuse charges against actor Timothy BusfieldThe judge in the case said on Friday that the prosecutor "failed to act in a fair and impartial manner".13 hrs ago17 hrs agoAnalysis: Zacharia was thrown into a whirlwind - and failed at a critical time for TrumpThe White House is facing growing adversity, writes the BBC's Anthony Zurcher, weeks before crucial midterm elections.17 hrs ago17 hrs agoFive days, one briefing: How Katie Zacharia’s short tenure unfoldedThe White House says the new press secretary is "transitioning out" of the role just days after taking the job.17 hrs ago19 hrs agoWhat we learned from heated US midterm Senate debatesAs the 3 November election approaches and both parties fight for control of Congress, some clear themes have emerged.19 hrs ago...
