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Charlie Kirk
The latest news and top stories on Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA. He was known for his role as an American conservative activist and radio talk show host, Kirk co-founded Turning Point USA (TPUSA) in 2012, serving as its CEO and public face. He also lead Turning Point Action, Turning Point Academy, and Turning Point Faith, and is president of Turning Point Endowment.
US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Vice-President J.D. Vance on the second day of the Midterm Republican National Convention in Dallas, Texas on September 10. Photo: EPA
United States

Vance takes centre stage as Trump wraps up GOP convention with voter warnings

Vice-president, with an eye to 2028 presidential election, outlines his vision for the future of America.

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US judge rules alleged Charlie Kirk killer to stand trial, could face death penalty

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US to focus counterterrorism efforts on left-wing groups, Rubio says

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Gun violence in the US

Suspect in Charlie Kirk killing expressed regret after shooting, roommate says

In a video interview played in court, Tyler Robinson’s ex-partner says the suspect wept and planned to surrender to police.

A video interview with Lance Twiggs is shown during a preliminary hearing for Tyler Robinson in Provo, Utah, on Thursday. Photo: Reuters
Crime

Prosecutors to lay out case against Charlie Kirk’s accused killer

Five-day preliminary hearing begins for Tyler Robinson, who is accused of aggravated murder in the September 10 shooting.

Gun violence in the US

Key hearing for accused Charlie Kirk killer will be public

Judge rules hearing for accused killer Tyler Robinson will be open despite defence objections.

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Donald Trump

Trump’s FCC orders review of ABC licences after Kimmel’s ‘expectant widow’ joke

The comedian had made the comment about US first lady Melania just days before Saturday’s shooting incident.

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Jimmy Kimmel poses in the press room during the 31st Annual Critics Choice Awards in Santa Monica, California, in January. Photo: TNS
Donald Trump

Trump demands firing of Kimmel over ‘expectant widow’ joke

Late-night TV host made a morbid joke about first lady Melania Trump days before the Washington gala shooting.

Gun violence in the US

Armed man shot dead at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago resort, US Secret Service says

Authorities said the man, identified as 21-year-old Austin Tucker Martin, was carrying a shotgun and a fuel can.

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Jimmy Kimmel takes aim at Trump in ‘alternative Christmas message’ to UK

Talk show host and Trump foe Kimmel tells UK TV that ‘tyranny is booming’ in the US.

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Comedian Jimmy Kimmel speaks at a conference in Los Angeles in October. Photo: AFP
Donald Trump

Trump hits out at ‘dead man walking’ Colbert in late-night blast

US president calls on CBS to ‘put to sleep’ Stephen Colbert’s show now, before its scheduled end in May 2026.

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Stephen Colbert attends an event in New York on December 9. Photo: AFP
Donald Trump

Trump mocks slain director Reiner, drawing condemnations

US president condemned for inflammatory post about filmmaker’s death, but doubles down by calling Reiner a ‘deranged person’.

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United States

US designates 4 left-wing groups in Europe as terrorists

Designation hits groups in Germany, Greece, and Italy, with Rubio warning that Washington would target other groups around the world.

US Politics

How Maga women like Erika Kirk show support for Trump with big lips and Botox

Among the likes of Karoline Leavitt and Kristi Noem, coiffed hair and contoured cheeks have become symbols of allegiance to the US president.

Melissa Rein Lively, founder of a PR agency that offers “anti-woke” services, says she found “her tribe” with fellow well-groomed Trump supporters. Photo: AFP
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J.D. Vance defends wish for Hindu wife Usha to convert to Christianity

The US vice-president made the remarks on his interfaith marriage during an event honouring slain right-wing activist Charlie Kirk.

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J.D. Vance and his wife, Usha Vance, stand on stage on the last day of the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in July 2024. Photo: AFP
Open Questions series

Open Questions | Michael Sandel on Trump’s rise, meritocracy’s downsides

Philosopher on US president’s politics of humiliation, inequality, humanities in peril and his wish for Chinese and Americans to learn from each other.

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Trump orders US troops to Portland, ICE facilities to handle ‘domestic terrorists’

The move to ‘protect War ravaged Portland’ expands on the US president’s controversial deployments to more American cities.

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Fame and celebrity

‘You have to feel sorry’ for Trump: Jimmy Kimmel returns to record ratings

ABC reported 6.26 million viewers, while the monologue drew nearly 26 million views on social media.

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Jimmy Kimmel tapes his show at the Capitan Entertainment Centre in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Photo: ABC/Disney via AFP
Donald Trump

Could Donald Trump help United States win golf’s Ryder Cup?

‘It has been a tough few weeks for our country,’ world No 1 Scottie Scheffler says before president’s scheduled appearance at clash with Europe.

Israel-Gaza war

Letters | Israel’s strike on Qatar could draw Arab nations closer

Readers discuss the impact on the Middle East of Tel Aviv’s missile attack on Doha, the assassination of Charlie Kirk, and internet freedom.

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Kimmel says he wasn’t trying to joke about Kirk’s death as Trump blasts host

The US president threatened to ‘test ABC’ for reinstating Kimmel’s show after a nearly week-long suspension.

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Jimmy Kimmel hosts his late-night show in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Photo: Disney via AP
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Trump signs order designating antifa a ‘domestic terrorist organisation’

A Justice Department official said the designation will allow the government to more closely track the finances and movements of US citizens.

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US President Donald Trump in the Roosevelt Room at the White House in Washington on Monday. Photo: EPA
Disney

Jimmy Kimmel will return to ABC network on Tuesday, Disney says

The TV host’s talk show was suspended six days ago after he made remarks about the assassination of Charlie Kirk.

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Donald Trump

Trump calls Charlie Kirk a ‘martyr’ as Kirk’s wife forgives shooter

Erika Kirk remembered her husband in a tearful speech near the end of a service for the conservative activist who was killed on September 10.

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TikTok

Fox News’ Rupert Murdoch and Dell CEO could take part in TikTok deal, says Trump

With a December 16 deadline looming, the news is the latest twist in a fast-moving potential deal to keep TikTok operating in the US.

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Rupert Murdoch, centre, arrives for the banquet during US President Donald Trump’s state visit, at Windsor Castle, Britain on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters
United States

US government shutdown looms, as Senate rejects stopgap funding bill

Lawmakers have another chance to vote at the end of the month, just a day before the deadline.

The US Capitol building is seen in Washington in August. Photo: Reuters
United States

Opinion | How Maga support is firing up the far-right in South Korea and Japan

Charlie Kirk’s visits to Seoul and Tokyo just before his killing shone a spotlight on the growing relations between movements on both sides of the Pacific.

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Hollywood backs Jimmy Kimmel, slams free speech ‘suppression’ in US

ABC suspended the host’s show under threats from the White House after Kimmel commented about activist Charlie Kirk’s death.

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