Event Brief
Man Hugs Terrorist to Prevent Hospital Bombing
Filed: Mar 25, 2026 at 5:03 AM ET
Summary: Nathan Newby calmed an armed man planning a bombing at St James' Hospital, earning the George Medal for his bravery.
WHO: Nathan Newby
WHAT: Hugged an armed man to prevent a bombing
WHEN: Mar 24, 2026 at 10:00 PM ET
WHERE: St James' Hospital
WHY: To calm the man and persuade him to abandon his plan
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