43 m. ago ‘Desensitised’ UFC champion Sean Strickland ‘was excited to see video’ of Charlie Kirk murder

Strickland, who held the UFC middleweight title from 2023 until 2024, previously said he wanted to kill an opponent in the cage

Sport

93 m. ago Powerful moment J.D. Vance carries Charlie Kirk's coffin as mourning wife and family join him on final journey

Vice President JD Vance stood front and center as Charlie Kirk's coffin was loaded off a hearse in Salt Lake City on Thursday.

Politics

2 h. ago Charlie Kirk's killer 'identified' by law enforcement in manhunt after Trump indicated he knew assassin's motive

Charlie Kirk was killed after being shot in the neck at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

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2 h. ago Charlie Kirk shooting latest: Trump encourages nonviolent response as search continues for shooting suspect

Trump says Kirk ‘was an advocate of nonviolence. That’s the way I’d like to see people respond.’; FBI releases images of shooting suspect and offers $100,000 reward for informationHunt continues for suspect who fatally shot Charlie KirkHow the shooting unfolded – in maps, videos and imagesA UK offshoot of a US conservative group set up by Charlie Kirk is to hold a vigil in London after he was shot dead, reports the PA news agency.Turning Point UK has said its activists will gather on Friday evening by the Montgomery statue in Whitehall and called on others to “join us in remembering Charlie”.It’s absolutely shocking, we’re heartbroken over here in the UK.My thoughts this evening are with the loved ones of Charlie Kirk.It is heartbreaking that a young family has been robbed of a father and a husband.Political violence has no place in our societies.Our thoughts and condolences are with his family.An atrocious murder, a deep wound for democracy and for those who believe in freedom.My c...

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3 h. ago ‘He was on a mission’: Experts reveal the skill Charlie Kirk’s killer needed to pull off a single

The unidentified gunman was ‘either skillful or lucky,’ retired FBI SWAT member Dennis Franks told The Independent

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3 h. ago Trump reveals conversation with Charlie Kirk's 'devastated' widow... and has 'indication' of assassin's motive

Charlie Kirk was killed after being shot in the neck at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

Politics

3 h. ago Everything we know about Charlie Kirk shooter as FBI hunt assassin

Conservative influencer Charlie Kirk was fatally shot in the neck in front of thousands at an event at Utah Valley University with tributes being paid to him following his death

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3 h. ago AOC postpones rally over security fears after the assassination of Charlie Kirk

Republican and Democratic lawmakers have expressed uneasiness over their safety after the assassination of Charlie Kirk

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3 h. ago 2 initially detained in Charlie Kirk shooting threatened even after police cleared them

Two people detained and released after the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk have faced threats and scrutiny even after police said they were not suspects

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4 h. ago Charlie Kirk's assassin still on the run more than 24 hours after shooting as new photos reveal suspect's sniper's nest

Charlie Kirk was killed after being shot in the neck at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

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4 h. ago Charlie Kirk shooting latest: search for shooting suspect continues as FBI asks public for help

FBI releases images of shooting suspect and offers $100,000 reward for information; Turning Point USA statement on Charlie Kirk: ‘His legacy will endure’Full report: Hunt for suspect who fatally shot Charlie Kirk continuesHow the shooting unfolded – in maps, videos and imagesA UK offshoot of a US conservative group set up by Charlie Kirk is to hold a vigil in London after he was shot dead, reports the PA news agency.Turning Point UK has said its activists will gather on Friday evening by the Montgomery statue in Whitehall and called on others to “join us in remembering Charlie”.It’s absolutely shocking, we’re heartbroken over here in the UK.My thoughts this evening are with the loved ones of Charlie Kirk.It is heartbreaking that a young family has been robbed of a father and a husband.Political violence has no place in our societies.Our thoughts and condolences are with his family.An atrocious murder, a deep wound for democracy and for those who believe in freedom.My condolences to ...

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5 h. ago Oxford Union condemns incoming president’s comments about Charlie Kirk shooting

George Abaraonye posted several comments appearing to celebrate what happened in Utah.

Politics

6 h. ago 'Rapid developments' in manhunt for Charlie Kirk assassin after photos of 'person of interest' were released: Live updates

Charlie Kirk was killed after being shot in the neck at Utah Valley University on Wednesday.

Culture

6 h. ago Scrutiny over security at Charlie Kirk event: No bag checks, six cops, and guns allowed

Witnesses say there were few security measures in place — but experts tell The Independent that it is ‘almost impossible’ to safeguard against long-distance shootings

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6 h. ago Charlie Kirk’s last words were about American gun violence before he was fatally shot

Charlie Kirk was discussing incidents of gun violence in America seconds before he was fatally shot on Wednesday (10 September).

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6 h. ago Video appears to show person on roof before and after Charlie Kirk fatally shot

Footage appeared to show a person on a roof at a Utah college campus before and after Charlie Kirk was fatally shot on Wednesday, 10 September.

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7 h. ago Charlie Kirk's shooting death exposes security gaps at political events

Security experts are questioning the protection provided to Charlie Kirk at the Utah college where he was fatally shot

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7 h. ago Charlie Kirk shooting latest: FBI shares photos of person of interest and offers reward for information

FBI offeres $100,000 reward for information about suspect after finding ‘high-powered bolt action rifle’ in wooded areaFull report: Hunt for suspect who fatally shot Charlie Kirk continuesWhat we know so farA UK offshoot of a US conservative group set up by Charlie Kirk is to hold a vigil in London after he was shot dead, reports the PA news agency.Turning Point UK has said its activists will gather on Friday evening by the Montgomery statue in Whitehall and called on others to “join us in remembering Charlie”.It’s absolutely shocking, we’re heartbroken over here in the UK.My thoughts this evening are with the loved ones of Charlie Kirk.It is heartbreaking that a young family has been robbed of a father and a husband.Political violence has no place in our societies.Our thoughts and condolences are with his family.An atrocious murder, a deep wound for democracy and for those who believe in freedom.My condolences to his family, to his loved ones, and to the American conservative commu...

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7 h. ago Charlie Kirk was unconcerned about death threats and safety in days before shooting, friend says

High-profile conservative activist, 31, had recently employed a security detail

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7 h. ago Fox News halted programming for 'breaking' Donald Trump announcement following fatal shooting

Fox News was halted for 'breaking' announcement from President Donald Trump after the shooting of well-known conservative activist Charlie Kirk

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