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US military veterans are publicly criticising Donald Trump over the war with Iran, breaking with a president who has traditionally counted service members and veterans among his most loyal supporters. Their objections add a politically sensitive voice to the debate over the conflict, though the specific grievances behind the backlash remain unstated in early coverage.
- 2VA Opens 18th Food Hub as Veteran Food Insecurity Rises●VA Launches 18th Food Hub as Veterans 7.4% More Likely to Experience Food Insecurity
The Department of Veterans Affairs has opened its 18th food hub, expanding its network aimed at getting food assistance to veterans in need. The move comes as new figures show veterans are 7.4% more likely than others to experience food insecurity, highlighting ongoing gaps in support for former service members and drawing attention to the VA's efforts to address hunger in the veteran community.
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South Korea are taking on Uruguay in an international football match that is drawing attention across multiple countries. Ahead of the game, midfielder Lee Kang-in said the squad is 'unified as one team', signalling strong morale under coach Kim Do-hoon's rebuilt side. Fans in the US, UK, Singapore and Australia are closely following the fixture and Uruguay's stars, including their veteran attacking line.
- 4Human Rights Campaign Honors André De Shields and Marcia Gay Harden●The Human Rights Campaign Honors André De Shields, Junior LaBeija, Marcia Gay Harden
The Human Rights Campaign is honoring Broadway veteran André De Shields, ballroom figure Junior LaBeija and actress Marcia Gay Harden at its awards event. The organization, the largest LGBTQ rights advocacy group in the United States, regularly uses its gala ceremonies to recognize public figures who have advanced visibility and equality for the community. De Shields, a Tony-winning performer, and LaBeija, a founding voice of the Harlem ballroom scene, represent landmark contributions to LGBTQ culture and the performing arts.
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Brendan Farrington, who covered Florida politics for the Associated Press for decades, has died at the age of 60. Farrington was a familiar byline on the state's political coverage, reporting on governors, legislatures and elections in one of the country's most closely watched political battlegrounds. Colleagues and Florida political figures are paying tribute to his long career.
- 6MTV VMAs underway as Taylor Swift eyes history●The MTV VMAs are here with Taylor Swift making history and Madonna leading the nods
The MTV Video Music Awards are taking place, with Taylor Swift positioned to make history at the ceremony. Madonna is reported to be leading the nominations, giving the pop veteran a central role in this year's show. Coverage is focused on the potential records Swift could set and how the night unfolds for both stars.