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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.
US President Donald Trump in the Oval Office on Monday. Photo: AP
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

US Politics

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

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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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
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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
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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.

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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Jimmy Kimmel hosts his late-night show in Los Angeles on Tuesday. Photo: Disney via AP
Donald Trump

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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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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TV host Jimmy Kimmel speaks during the 96th Academy Awards in California last year. Photo: AFP
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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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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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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George Zinn was arrested on September 10 after he yelled thathe was responsible for assassinating Charlie Kirk. Photo: Salt Lake County Sheriff’s Office
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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.

US President Donald Trump (left) and Brittain King Charles interact at the state banquet at Windsor Castle, Berkshire on Wednesday. Photo: Reuters
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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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.

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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US Vice-President J.D. Vance appears on video monitors in the White House press briefing room on Monday as a guest presenter for the podcast of murdered right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk. Photo: Reuters
Donald Trump

US, UK to unveil US$10 billion in deals during Trump’s state visit

The trade agreement is expected to include cooperation in civil nuclear power and advances in defence technology cooperation.

SCMP Highlights

Australia’s anti-immigration rallies, Hong Kong weather: 5 weekend reads

From Chinese discussing Charlie Kirk’s murder to ‘march for Australia’ rallies, here are five stories you may have missed over the weekend.

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