US President Donald Trump branded Iran’s leadership as scum during the NATO summit in Washington. He declared a cease-fire with Iran while NATO members pledged expanded support for Ukraine, which achieved a major victory on the battlefield. Analysts say gas prices may climb further as tensions grow in the Middle East. The University of Queensland is seeking whiplash sufferers for a clinical treatment trial. A Telstra network fault on Wednesday keeps disrupt transport services across several states. NSW Police shared the latest crime and safety updates. La Trobe University received funding to develop a blood test that assesses heart-disease risk.