Britain's Princess of Wales Kate Middleton Attends Wimbledon Men's Final

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:54pm on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

Kate Middleton, Princess of Wales, made a rare public appearance at the Wimbledon men's final on Sunday. This is her second public outing this year since revealing her battle with cancer. Kate, undergoing preventative chemotherapy, attended the match with her daughter, Princess Charlotte. The crowd greeted her with a standing ovation as she took her seat in the Royal Box. Kate, patron of the All England Club, will present the winner's trophy. She last appeared publicly at King Charles III's birthday parade in June.

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Head Tilt Saves Trump From Assassination Attempt in Pennsylvania

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:05pm on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

During rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, former President Donald Trump narrowly escaped an assassination attempt. A slow-motion video revealed that Trump's head tilt just before shots were fired saved him from a fatal injury. One bullet grazed his ear, causing minor bleeding. Trump was quickly surrounded by Secret Service agents and later appeared on stage with blood on his face. The shooter, 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, was killed by Secret Service agents. One rally attendee died, and two others were critically injured. The incident raises questions about security for the upcoming presidential election.

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Russia Blames US President Biden for Donald Trump's Injury in Assassination Attempt at Pennsylvania Rally

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:48pm on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

Former U.S. President Donald Trump was injured in an assassination attempt at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13. The FBI identified the shooter as Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania. Trump, who was grazed by a bullet on his right ear, was quickly escorted off stage with blood on his face. The gunman and a bystander were killed, while two spectators were critically injured. Trump later thanked law enforcement and expressed disbelief at the incident. In response, Russia blamed President Joe Biden's rhetoric for creating an atmosphere that led to the attack. Russian officials pointed to increased political tensions in the U.S. as a contributing factor. Republican leaders have also criticized Biden's rhetoric, linking it to the assassination attempt.

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World Leaders Condemn Attempted Assassination of Donald Trump at Pennsylvania Rally

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 11:06am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

Global leaders have strongly condemned the attempted assassination of former US President Donald Trump during a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The incident, where Trump sustained an ear injury, sparked international outcry. Russian spokesperson Maria Zakharova criticized US policies, linking the attack to support for Ukraine. Tech leaders like Tim Cook and Sundar Pichai denounced political violence. Italy's PM Giorgia Meloni expressed solidarity, while French President Emmanuel Macron termed it a "tragedy for democracies." The FBI identified the shooter as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, a registered Republican. Trump's family, including Ivanka and Eric Trump, thanked supporters amidst ongoing investigations.

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Video Footage Shows Trump Shooter on Roof, Secret Service Snipers Taking Aim

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:23am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

A video verified by news organizations shows Secret Service snipers neutralizing the shooter at Donald Trump's rally in Pennsylvania. The shooter, positioned on a rooftop about 400 feet from the stage, fired at Trump, injuring his right ear. The swift response by Secret Service snipers, captured on video, shows them identifying and taking aim at the shooter. The gunman was found dead on the roof of AGR International, Inc, adjacent to the rally site. One attendee was also killed in the incident. Trump was hurried offstage and taken to a medical center for treatment.

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Obama Condemns Trump Rally Shooting: "No Place for Political Violence in Our Democracy"

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:46am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

Former President Barack Obama condemned the shooting at Donald Trump's rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where Trump sustained a minor injury. Obama stated, "There is absolutely no place for political violence in our democracy. Although we don’t yet know exactly what happened, we should all be relieved that former President Trump wasn’t seriously hurt." The incident left one attendee dead and the gunman was reported killed. Obama urged Americans to recommit to civility and respect in politics, while world leaders like Prime Minister Modi and President Macron also expressed their condolences and denounced the violence.

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Republicans Blame US President Joe Biden's Rhetoric Following Trump Assassination Attempt

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:44am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

After the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania's Butler, Republican leaders criticized President Joe Biden's rhetoric. Trump thanked law enforcement for their swift response, expressing disbelief at the incident. Republican figures like JD Vance and Marjorie Taylor Greene accused Democrats of fostering an environment of hostility towards Trump and his supporters. Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris condemned the violence, emphasizing national unity. The incident, where Trump sustained minor injuries, resulted in one fatality and two critically injured. Investigations continue into the motives behind the attack by gunman Thomas Matthew Crooks.

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Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, Identified as Registered Republican Behind Donald Trump Attack

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:40am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

Thomas Matthew Crooks, a 20-year-old registered Republican from Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, has been identified by the FBI as the assailant in the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Crooks was fatally shot by US Secret Service agents at a Republican rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear. One bystander was killed, and two others were critically injured during the incident. Trump, visibly shaken but unharmed aside from a grazed ear, was swiftly escorted off-stage amid the chaos at the rally venue.

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Photo Shows Bullet Close to Donald Trump's Face During US Rally Attack

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:26am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

Former US President Donald Trump narrowly escaped a shooting during a campaign rally in Pennsylvania. A photo by New York Times photographer Doug Mills captured a bullet near Trump's cheek as he addressed the crowd. The 78-year-old leader, bloodied on his right ear, was swiftly protected by Secret Service agents who removed him from the stage. Witnesses reported seeing the shooter on a nearby building's roof with a rifle before firing. Trump later confirmed the bullet grazed his ear, emphasizing the gravity of the incident. Political leaders, including President Joe Biden, have denounced the violence.

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Eyewitnesses Describe Horror: "They Blew Shooter's Head Off" at Donald Trump Rally

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:13am on 14 Jul 2024,Sunday International

Eyewitnesses at Donald Trump's Pennsylvania rally recounted chaos as a shooter from a nearby rooftop targeted the former president. The assailant, firing from AGR International's building, killed one and injured two before being fatally shot by Secret Service agents. Dave McCormick, a Senate candidate present, described the panic. Rico Elmore, a GOP official, called it "horror." Trump, grazed by a bullet, displayed resilience before agents shielded and evacuated him. Investigations are ongoing into the shooter's motives and actions. The incident marks the first attempt on a presidential candidate since 1981, raising security concerns ahead of the elections.

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