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Biden says 'I feel good' and 'optimistic' in 1st public comments about cancer treatment
Former President Joe Biden, after delivering his first public remarks since his office announced earlier this month that he had been diagnosed with 'aggressive" prostate cancer, told reporters on Friday that he was feeling "optimistic" about his prognosis. "Well, the prognosis is good. You know, we're working on everything. It's moving along. So, I feel good," Biden said. MORE: Former President Joe Biden diagnosed with 'aggressive' prostate cancer He said he had decided on a treatment option, mentioning that he would be taking various medications. "The expectation is, we're going to be able to beat this … it's not in any organ. My bones are strong. It hasn't penetrated so I'm feeling good," he added, later saying his family is also optimistic about the diagnosis and said "one of the leading surgeons in the world" is working with him. The announcement from Biden's office said there was "metastasis to the bone." Asked about the recent controversy over his mental and physical capabilities while in office, Biden joked, with a smile, "You can see that -- I'm mentally incompetent and I can't walk." And asked about Democrats who say he shouldn't have run again, Biden said, "Why didn't they run against me then? Because I'd have beaten them." He added he has no regrets. "There's a lot going on. And I think we're in a really difficult moment, not only in American history, in world history. I think we're one of those inflection points in history where the decisions we make in the next little bit are going to determine what things look like for the next 20 years," he added, saying he is proud of his record as president. On Thursday, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters that former first lady Jill Biden should "speak up about what she saw in regards to her husband and when she saw it and what she knew," accusing her of lying. Asked about Leavitt's comments, Biden smiled and said, "I don't know who the press secretary is," but afterward said he was joking and that the media would play that straightforwardly. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Biden says 'I feel good' and 'optimistic' in 1st public comments about cancer treatment originally appeared on
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Beef Wellington and death cap mushrooms: Tragic accident or recipe for murder in case gripping Australia
While many Australian families gather for family lunches on weekends across the country, few would expect that the delicious dish they're eating might be poisoned by a loved one. But that's what authorities say happened to three people in a small town about an hour's drive east from Melbourne in July 2023. Erin Patterson -- a 50-year-old mother of two -- is on trial for allegedly serving death cap mushrooms in a home-cooked meal of beef Wellington. In a courtroom saga captivating audiences in Australia and beyond, Patterson faces three charges of murder and one charge of attempted murder relating to what authorities say was a toxic lunch she is accused of preparing for the relatives of her estranged husband, Simon Patterson -- who himself backed out of the ill-fated lunch in what was likely a life-saving decision. Patterson has pleaded not guilty as she stands accused of murdering Simon's parents and aunt, with all three victims suffering multiple organ failure that led to their deaths a few days after the lunch. Simon's uncle Ian Wilkinson survived, having spent weeks in the hospital. Wilkinson later told prosecutors that he and his wife were grateful for the lunch invitation, although they did not understand its purpose. Patterson's lawyers said the poisoning was a tragic and terrible accident, maintaining Erin's innocence. In one of the many twists to this fascinating tale of death and cookery, one of the victims said shortly before passing away that the lunch was actually "delicious." During the trial, now in its fifth week, the prosecution played a video of Patterson's police interview recorded in August 2023, according to court reports. A homicide detective said Patterson 'expressed surprise' when she found out that some of her guests had died as police searched her property in the wake of the poisonings. Looking at her computer's search history, investigators found that Patterson looked up a website listing sightings of the poisonous mushroom. Meanwhile, Australians remain glued to their screens as some obsess over the slowly unfolding proceedings. The trial is expected to conclude in June and is sure to be well documented, with several podcasts and documentaries capturing every little detail -- and they have no shortage of material. One juror has already been removed for possible misconduct while a protest interrupted court proceedings on Monday, as accusations that the murder cases had been "rigged" echoed through the court. Editor's Note: This article has been updated for clarity. Beef Wellington and death cap mushrooms: Tragic accident or recipe for murder in case gripping Australia originally appeared on
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Family, beef and poison: Australia on edge as story of a deadly lunch unfolds in the courtroom
While Australian family lunches may notoriously tend to spill over into rowdy affairs, no one expects to die from a beef Wellington served under the pretext of a discussion about your latest medical issues. But that's exactly what happened to three people in a small town about an hour's drive east from Melbourne in July 2023, when Erin Patterson -- a 50-year-old mother of two -- served death cap mushrooms in a home-cooked meal of beef wellington. In a courtroom saga captivating audiences in Australia and beyond, Patterson faces three charges of murder and one charge of attempted murder relating to the toxic lunch she prepared for the relatives of her estranged husband, Simon Patterson -- who himself backed out of the ill-fated lunch in what was likely a life-saving decision. Patterson has pleaded not guilty as she stands accused of murdering Simon's parents and aunt, with all three victims suffering multiple organ failure that led to their deaths a few days after the lunch. Simon's uncle Ian Wilkinson survived, having spent weeks in the hospital. Wilkinson later told prosecutors that he and his wife were grateful for the lunch invitation, although they did not understand its purpose. Patterson's lawyers said the poisoning was a tragic and terrible accident, maintaining Erin's innocence. In one of the many twists to this fascinating tale of death and cookery, one of the victims said shortly before passing away that the lunch was actually "delicious." During the trial, now in its fifth week, the prosecution played a video of Patterson's police interview recorded in August 2023, according to court reports. A homicide detective said Patterson 'expressed surprise' when she found out that some of her guests had died as police searched her property in the wake of the poisonings. Looking at her computer's search history, investigators found that Patterson looked up a website listing sightings of the poisonous mushroom. Meanwhile, Australians remain glued to their screens as some obsess over the slowly unfolding proceedings. The trial is expected to conclude in June and is sure to be well documented, with several podcasts and documentaries capturing every little detail -- and they have no shortage of material. One juror has already been removed for possible misconduct while a protest interrupted court proceedings on Monday, as accusations that the murder cases had been "rigged" echoed through the court. Family, beef and poison: Australia on edge as story of a deadly lunch unfolds in the courtroom originally appeared on
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Trump officially pardons reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley
President Donald Trump officially pardoned reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley on Wednesday. The official word came a day after his communications adviser announced the president would pardon the pair, who are serving time for tax evasion and bank fraud. Their daughter, Savannah Chrisley, posted an image on Instagram Wednesday afternoon appearing to show Trump signing and posing with the pardon. A White House official confirmed the pardon. Savannah Chrisley had appealed to the Trump administration for pardons for her parents and spoke at the 2024 Republican National Convention. She said on Tuesday that Trump had called her to notify her that "he was signing paper pardon paperwork for both of my parents." "I will forever be grateful for President Trump, his administration and everyone along the way, all of my lawyers, the people who put in countless hours and effort and love for my family to make sure that my parents got home," the 27-year-old said in a video on Instagram on Tuesday. MORE: 'Still don't believe it's real': Savannah Chrisley reacts to parents being pardoned by Trump The couple, who became famous for their show "Chrisley Knows Best," were sentenced in November 2022 to a combined 19 years in prison on charges including fraud and tax evasion. Todd Chrisley was sentenced to 12 years in prison and 16 months of probation while Julie Chrisley was ordered to serve seven years in prison and 16 months of probation. MORE: Trump to pardon reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley The couple was also ordered to pay $17.8 million in restitution. "Chrisley Knows Best" premiered in 2014 and followed the lavish lifestyle of wealthy real estate developer Todd Chrisley and his family. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. Trump officially pardons reality TV stars Todd and Julie Chrisley originally appeared on
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RFK Jr. cuts COVID-19 vaccine recommendation for healthy kids, pregnant women
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Tuesday announced the removal of the COVID-19 vaccine from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's immunization schedule for healthy children and pregnant women -- a move that could alter guidance for doctors as well as some insurance coverage. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates. RFK Jr. cuts COVID-19 vaccine recommendation for healthy kids, pregnant women originally appeared on
