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We unpack whether its "arsenal of freedom" is perilously low.Musk takes 'crusade' to Europe with Armie Hammer filmMusk has backed a film called Citizen Vigilante featuring an American vigilante tearing across an unnamed European country.Latest updates9 hrs agoTrump administration drops Reflecting Pool vandalism charge and admits 'botched' repairs President Donald Trump had blamed "sick" vandals, and a former Olympian had been charged, but prosecutors now say contractors caused the damage.9 hrs ago11 hrs agoPolice release Nancy Guthrie ransom notes in latest bid to find kidnappersInvestigators hope the notes' "distinct linguistic characteristics" may be recognised by a member of the public.11 hrs ago14 hrs agoMinnesota not Iran to blame for state's water issues, says TrumpThe US president's comments come after cyber attacks on Minnesota's water systems earlier this week, with US media indicating Iran could be behind it.14 hrs ago1 day agoFauci on 'solid legal ground' in face of prosecution threat, lawyer saysThe US medical expert faces possible contempt-of-Congress proceedings for refusing to answer questions during a hearing on Covid.1 day ago1 day agoTrump considers pulling Todd Blanche's attorney general nomination as senators hold outThe nomination is stalled, with two senators asking for assurances that a fund to compensate Trump allies will be ended permanently.1 day ago1 day agoWatch: Moment empty building collapses in New YorkSurveillance video shows the building – which was under construction – crumbling over and sending debris spilling onto a road.1 day ago2 days agoNevada wildfire still burning out of control near secretive Area 51 The Quail Springs Fire, which was caused by lightning, now covers more than 13,500 acres, officials say. 2 days ago2 days agoFather of teen school shooter sentenced to 15 years in prison"It is clear you failed as a parent," the judge told Colin Gray, who was found guilty earlier this year on charges stemming from the deadly 2024 school attack.2 days ago2 days agoFlash flooding destroys structures, submerges roads in Northeast USMore than 10 million people were under flood alerts across the region on Wednesday.2 days ago...
