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Haley calls for ‘new leadership’ in GOP presidential bid

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February 16, 2023

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If she wins, the daughter of Indian immigrants would be the first non-white or female Republican presidential nominee

“For a strong America, for a proud America, I am running for president of the United States of America!”

At her first public campaign event since announcing her candidacy, Republican Nikki Haley on Wednesday declared she would seek her party’s nomination for president.

The 51-year-old former governor of South Carolina spoke to a crowd in Charleston, and repeatedly underscored the need for new and younger leadership.

“We’re ready, ready to move past the stale ideas and faded names of the past. And we are more than ready for a new generation to lead us into the future.”

Haley’s entry into the Republican primary makes her the first to challenge former president Donald Trump, who launched a third bid for the White House last year.

And her announcement may give her an early and much needed boost as Republican donors and voters weigh whether or not to back Trump after Republicans during his administration lost the House of Representatives, the Senate, and the presidency.

But since declaring her candidacy, Haley has yet to offer any direct criticism of her former boss.

Trump tapped Haley to represent the U.S. at the United Nations, her highest public role to date. She left the administration in 2018 on good terms with 45th president, though at times she has been critical of him.

And no one on stage at Haley’s event Wednesday spoke Trump’s name. But it seemed to offer signals that Trump-supporters could find favour with the former governor.

Among the speakers, Christian evangelical giant Pastor John Hagee, who endorsed Trump in 2016. And the mother of Otto Warmbier, an American imprisoned in North Korea, freed under the Trump administration, and who died of injuries shortly after he returned home.

“I’m here to tell you that we need Nikki Haley fighting for all our children the way she fought for Otto.”

Cindy Warmbier praised Haley for her courage in standing up to Pyongyang, without mentioning who was president at the time.

On policy, Haley spoke of securing borders, cutting taxes, and pushing back on what she called socialism.

But she kept returning to the subject of age:

“We won’t win the fight for the 21st Century, if we keep trusting politicians from the 20th Century.”

“America is not past our prime. It’s just that our politicians are past theirs.”

These lines seemed aimed at 80-year-old Democratic President Joe Biden, but could apply equally to 76-year-old Donald Trump.

Age isn’t the only gap between Trump and Haley: A Reuters/Ipsos poll this week found that Trump had the support of 43% of registered Republicans. Haley had the support of just 4%.

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Minneapolis protests erupt after fatal ICE shooting

Tensions rise in Minneapolis after fatal shooting by ICE agent, sparking protests and unrest as investigations unfold.

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22 hours ago

January 9, 2026

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Tensions rise in Minneapolis after fatal shooting by ICE agent, sparking protests and unrest as investigations unfold.

Tensions in Minneapolis have escalated following the fatal shooting of a mother by a U.S. Immigration agent. The incident has sparked outrage across the city, with residents taking to the streets to demand justice. Authorities are struggling to contain the unrest as public anger continues to mount.

State and federal officials are now at odds over the investigation. The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has stepped back after the FBI assumed control, while the state attorney general has warned that state-level charges could still be pursued independently. The political divide adds another layer of complexity to an already volatile situation.

In response to the protests, schools in Minneapolis have closed and the National Guard has been activated to maintain order. Citizens are being urged to stay safe as tensions remain high and the city braces for further demonstrations.

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Iran protests escalate as economy crumbles

Iran faces widespread protests as currency collapse and soaring inflation strain household budgets, fueling public anger.

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23 hours ago

January 9, 2026

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Iran faces widespread protests as currency collapse and soaring inflation strain household budgets, fueling public anger.

Protests are spreading across Iran after the country’s currency suffered a dramatic collapse, pushing inflation to more than 42 percent in December. Rising prices are squeezing household budgets, with basic goods becoming increasingly unaffordable for millions of Iranians.

What began as frustration over the cost of living has quickly grown into widespread public anger, as families struggle to keep up with soaring expenses amid a weakening rial and economic uncertainty.

These economic pressures have become the catalyst for demonstrations across major cities, marking one of the most serious waves of unrest linked directly to inflation in recent years.

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PM initiates royal commission on anti-Semitism and unity

PM announces royal commission to address anti-Semitism and social cohesion following pressure from various communities and leaders

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2 days ago

January 8, 2026

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PM announces royal commission to address anti-Semitism and social cohesion following pressure from various communities and leaders

In Short:
– Anthony Albanese has announced a royal commission into anti-Semitism and social cohesion, led by Virginia Bell.
– The inquiry aims to foster unity in Australia amid rising tensions and concerns from various community groups.

Anthony Albanese has initiated a commonwealth royal commission into anti-Semitism and social cohesion following mounting pressure.

The inquiry, announced in Canberra, will be led by former High Court justice Virginia Bell, despite opposition from some Jewish groups.The Prime Minister stated the need for a royal commission was essential for promoting unity within Australia, particularly after engaging with families of Bondi attack victims and the Jewish community.

He confirmed discussions with NSW Premier Chris Minns and expects the single commission to run over the next 12 months, with further comments from Mr Minns anticipated soon.

The prime minister has been asked if he’s still worried a royal commission would fuel antisemitism. Anthony Albanese insists he doesn’t want the inquiry to weaken social cohesion.

“The royal commissioner will bear in mind how hearings are conducted in the processes of their conduct,” Albanese says.

“We have been working on this for weeks. I have been engaged with the community.”

The prime minister was questioned about whether it was a mistake to reject calls for a royal commission into antisemitism. Following the Bondi terror attack, the federal government faced pressure to establish such a commission.

Anthony Albanese stated that the government has implemented various measures within the 25 days following the attack.

“We have increased funding for security agencies. We have had daily briefings of the National Security Committee,” Albanese says.

“The Commonwealth have particular resources and one of the groups and individuals I’ve spoken to as well have been people outside of New South Wales,” he says.

Highly-respected former High Court judge Justice Virginia Margaret Bell is the PM’s pick to lead the royal commission.

Sustained advocacy

This decision comes after sustained advocacy from various groups, including victims’ families, former leaders, and prominent figures across sectors.

Over recent weeks, Albanese and his team had put forth several arguments against a royal commission, such as concerns over divisiveness and potential exposure of sensitive information.

Gamel Kheir from the Lebanese Muslim Association has suggested that a broader inquiry into all forms of “minority religion” discrimination is needed, expressing wariness within the Muslim community regarding the federal inquiry’s focus.

Broad Support

A significant number of community and cultural organisations back a royal commission addressing social tensions and discrimination related to the Israel-Gaza conflict.

In support of this sentiment, nearly 50 diaspora and faith groups released an open letter urging a thorough examination of rising anti-Semitism and related issues following the Bondi Beach terror attack.