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