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Kentucky leaders react as Trump announces US attack on three Iranian nuclear sites
KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — Kentucky lawmakers are responding to news that President Donald Trump has authorized a US bombing attack on three nuclear sites in Iran on Saturday, June 21. 'A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary site, Fordow. All planes are safely on their way home,' Trump wrote on Truth Social. 'Congratulations to our great American Warriors. There is not another military in the World that could have done this. NOW IS THE TIME FOR PEACE!' In the wake of the announcement, Rep. Thomas Massie of the Commonwealth's 4th district posted on X, calling the decision to authorize a US attack on Iran 'not constitutional.' Kentucky leaders react as Trump announces US attack on three Iranian nuclear sites Indiana woman killed in Perry County ATV 'accident' Pikeville man's excavation trip to Israel cut short amid conflict with Iran Sen. Andy Barr posted on social media in support of the president, asking God to bless him and the US. Before the attack was announced, Sen. Rand Paul said the direct decision by the Commander-in-Chief on Saturday would be nothing new. 'If he wages war unilaterally, Trump will only be the latest of many presidents to do so,' Paul wrote. The majority of the GOP reportedly supported the president's actions against Iran. This is a developing story. Stay with FOX 56 News for updates. The Hill contributed to this report. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Scottish Sun
05-06-2025
- Health
- Scottish Sun
Barbara Windsor's widower reveals EastEnders legend would have loved new Alzheimer Scotland outdoor facility
ALZHEIMER Scotland yesterday launched its second outdoor dementia centre with the help of Dame Barbara Windsor's widower Scott Mitchell. Agent Scott was married to the Carry On and EastEnders legend for 20 years before her death in 2020 aged 83 from Alzheimer's Disease, becoming her full-time carer for the last six years of her life. 5 Scott Mitchell visiting Alzheimer Scotland's new outdoor dementia centre in Edinburgh. Credit: Andy Barr 5 Gillian Councill, Alzheimer Scotland's Executive Lead for Brain Health and Innovation. Credit: Andy Barr 5 Part of the new centre. Credit: Andy Barr 5 Memory aides including a bus stop and a phonebox. Credit: Andy Barr The new facility on the grounds of Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh, comes after the success of the charity's first outdoor dementia resource centre which was opened in the Cairngorm National Park in 2023. During Dementia Awareness Week, Chief Features Writer MATT BENDORIS speaks to Scott about caring for Barbara and how the centre can help people with Alzheimer's and their families. SCOTT Mitchell strolls through the garden of the new outdoor dementia centre, with its traditional red phone box and bus stop added as memory aides, and declares: 'Barbara would have loved this.' The London-based agent was in Edinburgh to help launch the Alzheimer Scotland facility in Edinburgh and wished he and his late wife had had a 'calming' outdoor space like this after the actress, who played Albert Square's Peggy Mitchell, was diagnosed with the disease in 2014. He said: 'When I walked in I just sensed the calm that was here. That resonated with me as I thought 'if only we would have had somewhere like this when I was caring for Barbara'. 'Because I tell you, when you're caring for someone, going out can be quite a stressful thing. But somewhere like here everyone else understands what was happening with your loved one as they're going through it too. 'And also just being outdoors. I mean, look around you, we're in the middle of nature here. You've also got the phone box and the bus stop and lots of other things that will evoke memories. 'That's important for people living with the diagnosis as usually their memories are from a way back.' The dementia friendly centre will provide a range of activities, including gardening and horticulture, relaxation and yoga, community cafes and green health programmes. Scott said: 'I truly believe Alzheimer's Scotland are leading the way when it comes to dementia care as they also think of the carers as well as the people living with the disease. 'People forget that the carer's life becomes very isolated too as you're constantly focusing on that other person because you have to. 'What happens is friends can drop away and people stop popping round so your own world becomes very small. 'We have to watch their mental health too and ways to give them a little break so a place like this is perfect for that.' Gillian Councill, Alzheimer Scotland's Executive Lead for Brain Health and Innovation, reveals it's estimated that 90,000 people are currently living in Scotland with dementia. She said 'Sadly that figure is predicted to increase as the years go on. But one key area we're working on is prevention. 'There's lots of evidence coming through now that up to 45 per cent of cases of dementia could be preventable through addressing key lifestyle factors like air pollution, smoking, alcohol intake, education, vision and hearing loss. 'But increased physical activity is essential too, which is why green spaces are so important, including for your mental health.' And Scott, 62, can still vividly recall the day he and Barbara received her devastating diagnosis. He said: 'The day we got the diagnosis was the day I started grieving. That's how I felt. 'As it progresses it starts to take away your loved one, piece by piece, and you're grieving the whole time because you can see them disappearing in front of you. 'But I was also told that there'll always be a little piece of her in there somewhere, which was true.' And Scott - who was Barbara's partner for 27 years - reveals that the Carry On star never lost her sense of humour. He said: 'There was a lovely moment in the care home where unfortunately she wouldn't eat. And I said to her, I said, 'Barbara they've got chicken Milanese, that's what I make for you at home.' FORMER NURSE ANN SAYS NEW OUTDOOR CENTRE IS A LIFELINE FORMER nurse Ann Fraser insists Alzheimer's Scotland has thrown her a lifeline since being diagnosed with early onset dementia two years ago. Mum of two Ann, 64, from Edinburgh, had still been employed as an auxiliary when she started forgetting things at work. She said: 'People thought I was going deaf and I even got hearing aids. Then my GP sent me for scans and it showed then I had some form of dementia. 'But the support groups at Alzheimer's Scotland have been wonderful. Some days we'll have a song, or a dance and other times just give each other a hug. 'They have changed my life totally and this new centre is going to be amazing because it means that family and friends can come along too.' 'She said to me, 'Well you can't cook'. I said, 'Barbara, I'm the one who's done the cooking for 27 years and you're only telling me now' and she replied, 'Well I didn't want to hurt your feelings'.' He adds: 'Another lovely moment was I was training for a marathon and was warming up inside with some stretches and she said 'What are you doing?' 'I told her 'I'm training to run a marathon' and she replied, 'Your legs are too little to run.' This was classic Barbara Windsor.' There are currently around 130 clinical trials for drugs to try and slow down the progression of the disease. And Scott firmly believes that there will be hope for dementia patients and their carers in the future. He says: 'We are at a turning point here as far as dementia treatments are concerned. 'With more investment and funding then one day maybe we can slow it down considerably to the point where people won't have to go through all the distressing symptoms Barbara and millions of others have gone through.' *For more information visit:
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
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Rep. Ryan Dotson enters Kentucky's 6th Congressional District race
WINCHESTER, Ky. (FOX 56) — With 6th District Congressman Andy Barr giving up his seat to run for U.S. Senate, the race to replace him is heating up. Rep. Ryan Dotson (R) officially announced his candidacy Tuesday night at a campaign event in Winchester. Dotson is no stranger to politics, currently serving District 73 in Frankfort. Dotson told FOX 56 that he believes his success at the state level would translate well in Washington. 'Save women's sports passed in the state of Kentucky,' said Dotson. 'I authored and got that bill passed. It is now a law. I protected property rights. I was a big part of helping to lower state income taxes.' Now, Dotson is entering the race for Andy Barr's 6th congressional district seat. As a veteran, businessman, and longtime pastor, Dotson said he is someone everyday people can trust. 'A good shepherd smells like the sheep,' he said. 'And so when you live among the people and you dwell among the people, work among the people, do business, and when people know you, they trust you. And I believe you're able to lead because they see you as one of them.' Read more of the latest Lexington & central Kentucky news While the seat has been held by a Republican since 2012, Democratic candidate Cherlynn Stevenson said she's determined to flip the seat in the next election cycle. 'If I can get out there and meet all the people, just have those one-on-one conversations, we can block out all of that noise,' said Stevenson. 'And that's what it is. It's just noise. It's meant to divide. I have my head down. I'm focused on the people of the sixth district, and we're going to win this race.' Dotson is confident that it won't happen. 'This was a plus 25 for Andy Barr back in November,' he said. 'This was a plus 15 for Donald J. Trump back in November. This is not going to be flipped.' The Kentucky Democratic Party released a statement today criticizing Dotson's time in the legislature. 'Ryan Dotson has spent his time in the General Assembly trying to make life harder for Kentucky families, prioritizing divisiveness while advocating to cut food assistance for our children, take money from our public schools, roll back regulations that keep our workers safe and make it harder for families to find affordable housing,' stated Kentucky Democratic Party Chair Colmon Elridge. 'Dotson's candidacy is yet another example of Republicans trying to fail up while failing their constituents in the process.' How county officials put together a budget: A deep dive into Garrard County Rep. Ryan Dotson enters Kentucky's 6th Congressional District race Kentucky veteran nonprofit founder seeking presidential pardon after delayed release But Dotson remains steadfast in his decision to run, promising to fight for trade school funding and border security and to always put the American people first. 'Shrinking government control and giving the government back to the people,' he said. More candidates from both parties are expected to enter the race in the coming weeks. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
The Herald Scotland
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Herald Scotland
Princess Kate and Prince William's day in Glasgow's shipyards
"This has been an amazing opportunity," said Jamie, proudly. Apprentice Jamie Jeffrey, who escorted the Royal couple (Image: Andy Barr) "The Prince and Princess were lovely. It's really exciting to have had the chance to work on HMS Glasgow, and to be part of today." (Image: Andy Barr) HMS Glasgow is the first of eight Type 26 submarine-hunting frigates being built by the company for the Royal Navy. The Princess of Wales is the ship's sponsor, an honorary role that historically served to bestow "good luck and divine protection" on a ship, meaning that she will maintain a close connection with the ship and her crew throughout her service life. The naming ceremony was watched by a huge crowd at Scotstoun, including His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, Lord Provost Jacqueline McLaren, some of those who have helped build the ship, the ship's company and their families. (Image: Andy Barr) For the first time the Royal Standard was hoisted on HMS Glasgow's yardarm throughout the Royal couple's time on the site. Every space on the quayside and the ship was filled with people cheering as the Princess announced: 'I name this Ship HMS Glasgow. May God bless her and all who sail on her.' (Image: The Princess of Wales performs the HMS Glasgow naming ceremony) (Image: John Linton/BAE Systems) In a nod to the ship's Scottish heritage, a bottle of whisky, rather than the traditional bottle of champagne, was then smashed over the bow of the ship. The Prince and Princess went on board the ship, then spent time at the National Shipbuilding Academy, meeting apprentices and graduates. Apprentice Natalie Black helps the Princess of Wales with a STEM challenge (Image: John Linton/BAE Systems) Pipefitting apprentice Natalie Black, 30, who is originally from Baillieston helped the Princess navigate a STEM pipework challenge and the two women bonded over the pain of stepping on LEGO pieces left behind by young children. "She did the task very well," said Natalie, smiling. "I asked her if she'd done it before and she said she had had lots of practice with her children's toys. We had a laugh about how painful it is to step on LEGO..." (Image: Andy Barr) Natalie switched careers after the pandemic. "I worked in hospitality but I wanted to do something practical," she said. "I love the apprenticeship here at BAE Systems and being part of today has been really special." The Royal couple also spoke to Lead Engineering Technicians Ross McDowall, 22, from East Kilbride and Frazer Dempsey, 25, from Ayr, who are responsible for HMS Glasgow's electrical systems. They helped the Princess complete the ship's inclinometer, an instrument which measures the vessel's tilt at sea. Ross said: "It's so special to be here with my family. My gran is here, so to be able to show her HMS Glasgow, a ship named after the city I was born in, is fantastic." (Image: John Linton) Simon Lister, managing director of BAE Systems' Naval Ships business, said it was "wonderful" to see so many workers and their families at the event. He added: 'This is an historic moment for the Type 26 programme, the city of Glasgow and the thousands of people involved in this great endeavour. 'The naming of HMS Glasgow is a significant step towards this cutting-edge vessel joining the Royal Navy fleet and demonstrates our solid progress in delivering these powerful new ships. "We are proud that they will play a vital role in protecting the UK.' Read more from Ann Fotheringham: The first of class frigate HMS Glasgow and its sister ships will be among the most advanced anti-submarine warfare warships of their time. Second Sea Lord Vice Admiral Sir Martin Connell said: 'From the first ever HMS Glasgow, sailing under the Royal Navy flag at the end of the 17th century, to the ship we see here in the 21st century, HMS Glasgow has evolved and adapted to meet the warfighting and operational demands of its day. 'The result of this being 11 battle honours – HMS Glasgow's pedigree is awe inspiring." He added: 'This ship and her class represent the next chapter of naval innovation, setting the standard for naval warfare, safeguarding the UK's interests and contributing to national prosperity.' When complete, the 6900-tonne, 149-metre Type 26 frigates will be the backbone of the Royal Navy's surface presence, designed to deal with missions across the full spectrum of its operations. Work is already well underway on HMS Glasgow's sister ships, with all eight expected to enter service between 2028 and 2035. Nico Miller, a senior project manager at BAE Systems, has been involved with the Type 26 programme for the past three years and previously worked on the Royal Navy's Type 45 destroyers. 'Because she is HMS Glasgow, because she is the first of her class, because she is built here on the Clyde, everyone has been looking forward to this day,' he said. 'Everyone is proud by what they've achieved on the ship and rightly so. She is hugely impressive, the levels of technology involved are quite incredible. We are setting the standard here for the future ships of the Fleet. That's something special to be part of.'
Glasgow Times
22-05-2025
- General
- Glasgow Times
Princess Kate and Prince William in Glasgow to name new war ship
The 21-year-old sheet metalworker from East Kilbride had the task of escorting the Prince and Princess of Wales on to HMS Glasgow, just after Her Royal Highness performed the ship's official naming ceremony on the banks of the Clyde. "This has been an amazing opportunity," said Jamie, proudly. Apprentice Jamie Jeffrey, who escorted the Royal couple (Image: Andy Barr) "The Prince and Princess were lovely. It's really exciting to have had the chance to work on HMS Glasgow, and to be part of today." (Image: Andy Barr) HMS Glasgow is the first of eight Type 26 submarine-hunting frigates being built by the company for the Royal Navy. The Princess of Wales is the ship's sponsor, an honorary role that historically served to bestow "good luck and divine protection" on a ship, meaning that she will maintain a close connection with the ship and her crew throughout her service life. The naming ceremony was watched by a huge crowd at Scotstoun, including His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales, Lord Provost Jacqueline McLaren, some of those who have helped build the ship, the ship's company and their families. (Image: Andy Barr) For the first time the Royal Standard was hoisted on HMS Glasgow's yardarm throughout the Royal couple's time on the site. Every space on the quayside and the ship was filled with people cheering as the Princess announced: 'I name this Ship HMS Glasgow. May God bless her and all who sail on her.' (Image: The Princess of Wales performs the HMS Glasgow naming ceremony) (Image: John Linton/BAE Systems) In a nod to the ship's Scottish heritage, a bottle of whisky, rather than the traditional bottle of champagne, was then smashed over the bow of the ship. The Prince and Princess went on board the ship, then spent time at the National Shipbuilding Academy, meeting apprentices and graduates. Apprentice Natalie Black helps the Princess of Wales with a STEM challenge (Image: John Linton/BAE Systems) Pipefitting apprentice Natalie Black, 30, who is originally from Baillieston helped the Princess navigate a STEM pipework challenge and the two women bonded over the pain of stepping on LEGO pieces left behind by young children. "She did the task very well," said Natalie, smiling. "I asked her if she'd done it before and she said she had had lots of practice with her children's toys. We had a laugh about how painful it is to step on LEGO..." (Image: Andy Barr) Natalie switched careers after the pandemic. "I worked in hospitality but I wanted to do something practical," she said. "I love the apprenticeship here at BAE Systems and being part of today has been really special." The Royal couple also spoke to Lead Engineering Technicians Ross McDowall, 22, from East Kilbride and Frazer Dempsey, 25, from Ayr, who are responsible for HMS Glasgow's electrical systems. They helped the Princess complete the ship's inclinometer, an instrument which measures the vessel's tilt at sea. Ross said: "It's so special to be here with my family. My gran is here, so to be able to show her HMS Glasgow, a ship named after the city I was born in, is fantastic." (Image: John Linton) Simon Lister, managing director of BAE Systems' Naval Ships business, said it was "wonderful" to see so many workers and their families at the event. He added: 'This is an historic moment for the Type 26 programme, the city of Glasgow and the thousands of people involved in this great endeavour. 'The naming of HMS Glasgow is a significant step towards this cutting-edge vessel joining the Royal Navy fleet and demonstrates our solid progress in delivering these powerful new ships. "We are proud that they will play a vital role in protecting the UK.' READ NEXT: Glasgow unveils city's first ever memorial to Merchant Navy Princess Anne opens new Glasgow shipbuilding skills academy Glasgow 'should have national shipbuilding museum' to tell story of famous industry The first of class frigate HMS Glasgow and its sister ships will be among the most advanced anti-submarine warfare warships of their time. Second Sea Lord Vice Admiral Sir Martin Connell said: 'From the first ever HMS Glasgow, sailing under the Royal Navy flag at the end of the 17th century, to the ship we see here in the 21st century, HMS Glasgow has evolved and adapted to meet the warfighting and operational demands of its day. 'The result of this being 11 battle honours – HMS Glasgow's pedigree is awe inspiring." He added: 'This ship and her class represent the next chapter of naval innovation, setting the standard for naval warfare, safeguarding the UK's interests and contributing to national prosperity.' When complete, the 6900-tonne, 149-metre Type 26 frigates will be the backbone of the Royal Navy's surface presence, designed to deal with missions across the full spectrum of its operations. Work is already well underway on HMS Glasgow's sister ships, with all eight expected to enter service between 2028 and 2035. Nico Miller, a senior project manager at BAE Systems, has been involved with the Type 26 programme for the past three years and previously worked on the Royal Navy's Type 45 destroyers. 'Because she is HMS Glasgow, because she is the first of her class, because she is built here on the Clyde, everyone has been looking forward to this day,' he said. 'Everyone is proud by what they've achieved on the ship and rightly so. She is hugely impressive, the levels of technology involved are quite incredible. We are setting the standard here for the future ships of the Fleet. That's something special to be part of.'
