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

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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Donald Trump

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

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Donald Trump

Trump mocks slain director Reiner, drawing condemnations

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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.

A demonstrator holds an ‘antifa’ placard at a ‘No Kings’ protest against US President Donald Trump’s policies, in New York City in October. Photo: Reuters
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.

United States

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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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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United States

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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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.

US President Donald Trump, a well-known golf fan, playing a round at the Trump Turnberry course during his visit to Scotland in July. Photo: AFP
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.

Qatar’s Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani addresses a press conference following Israeli strikes on Doha on September 9. Photo: AFP
United States

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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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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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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Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night talk show was suspended after comments he made about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Photo: Reuters
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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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US President Donald Trump speaks at a memorial for conservative activist Charlie Kirk on Sunday at State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona. Photo: AP
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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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.

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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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Supporters of then South Korean president Yoon Suk-yeol waving the Korean and US flags stage a rally against opposition politicians in Seoul, South Korea, on December 6 last year. Photo: AP
United States

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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United States

US TV network drops Jimmy Kimmel’s show over his Charlie Kirk remarks

US President Trump hailed the cancellation of the show as ‘great news for America’.

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United States

Trump loves bling, royal pomp and UK goes all out to flatter him

Trump and his wife will get the full royal treatment at Windsor Castle, where they will be welcomed by King Charles and Queen Camilla.

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A demonstrator wears a cardboard cutout depicting US President Donald Trump’s face in Windsor, Britain, on Tuesday. Photo: Reuters
Israel-Gaza war

Israel, US deploy religious rhetoric to counter pro-Palestinian statehood moves

Analysts say their ‘Judeo-Christian values’ rhetoric aims to rally Western opinion, but risks stoking antisemitism and Islamophobia.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio (left) speak during their meeting in Jerusalem on Monday. Photo: Israel’s Government Press Office/EPA
Gun violence in the US

Fake Charlie Kirk shooter George Zinn arrested for child porn

The Utah man falsely confessed to killing the conservative US activist, then said he did so to give the actual suspect time to escape.

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Trump gets royal welcome in UK amid pomp and Epstein protests

King Charles is hosting the US president and first lady at Windsor Castle, as they make a historic second visit.

Gun violence in the US

Tyler Robinson charged with Charlie Kirk’s murder, faces death penalty

The authorities say the suspect’s DNA was found on the trigger of the gun used to kill the conservative activist and Trump ally.

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Tyler Robinson makes his first appearance at Utah County Justice Court in Provo via video link on Tuesday. Photo: Utah State Courts via Reuters
Gun violence in the US

Judge tosses Luigi Mangione terrorism charges in US CEO killing

The 27-year-old could still face life in prison – and the death penalty under federal charges – if convicted of the murder of Brian Thompson.

Luigi Mangione, the suspect in the killing of UnitedHealthcare chief executive Brian Thompson, is escorted by police officers at Manhattan Supreme Court on Tuesday. Photo: Reauters
United States

Opinion | Why Charlie Kirk’s killing could herald calmer US-China relations

A US more focused on protecting its borders and fighting a culture war at home is likely to take a more accommodative stance towards China.

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Gun violence in the US

J.D. Vance hosts Charlie Kirk show, pledges to honour friend by being ‘better’

The US vice-president hosted The Charlie Kirk Show from his ceremonial office.

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