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First service for Uvalde massacre victims

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3 years ago

May 31, 2022

William Howard

As U.S. President Joe Biden arrived back in Washington after paying his respects in Uvalde, the first memorial service has been held for the 21 victims

Residents of the small south Texas town urged the President to take action on gun safety laws.

As he returned to the nation’s capital, Biden described the “palpable” pain in Uvalde, a deep pain that is unnecessary.

When asked whether or not he feels more motivated to enact gun reform, the President says he’s been ‘pretty motivated all along’.

For years, Republicans have led the resistance against meaningful federal legislation on gun control.

Although Biden is yet to negotiate with opposing lawmakers in the current round of talks, he believes ‘everybody’ at Capitol Hill is becoming more rational about the hot topic.

It follows U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris calling for a U.S. assault rifle ban, while attending the final funeral for victims killed in a mass shooting in Buffalo, New York, just over two weeks ago.

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Charlie Kirk’s legacy reshaping US conservatism

“Charlie Kirk united GOP grassroots through social media and activism, but his death raises questions about future leadership.”

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3 hours ago

September 16, 2025

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Charlie Kirk united GOP grassroots through social media and activism, but his death raises questions about future leadership.

Charlie Kirk transformed the Republican grassroots movement by fusing social media reach with in-person activism, turning Turning Point USA into a cultural and political force.

His bold campus debates, viral online presence, and close alliance with Donald Trump energised young conservatives and boosted GOP turnout.

With his assassination, questions now loom over who can continue his unique blend of digital influence and grassroots organising.

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Vance vows crackdown after Kirk murder

VP Vance condemns celebrations of Kirk’s assassination, vows to target institutions promoting political violence, and criticizes left-wing media.

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3 hours ago

September 16, 2025

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VP Vance condemns celebrations of Kirk’s assassination, vows to target institutions promoting political violence, and criticizes left-wing media.

US Vice-President JD Vance has condemned those celebrating the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, pledging the Trump administration will target institutions that promote political violence.

Speaking on Kirk’s own podcast, Vance accused left-wing media of fuelling hostility and warned that unity cannot exist while political violence is tolerated.

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Dollar steady as markets await Fed’s rate decision

Dollar steady ahead of Fed’s expected rate cut decision on Wednesday

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19 hours ago

September 15, 2025

Ahron Young

Dollar steady ahead of Fed’s expected rate cut decision on Wednesday

In Short:
– The U.S. dollar stayed stable as investors await the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cut announcement.
– Asian equities rose, with the MSCI Asia Pacific Index hitting a record high amid U.S. market gains.

The U.S. dollar remained stable on Monday as investors await the Federal Reserve’s upcoming policy meeting, where the central bank is expected to announce its first interest rate cut in nine months.

Trading volumes were low due to a holiday in Japan, causing currencies to remain rangebound.

Market participants have largely priced in a 25 basis point reduction in the federal funds rate, anticipated to bring the key rate to between 4.00%-4.25%.

This marks the first easing action since December 2024.

Recent economic data indicates a cooling labour market, with jobless claims rising to the highest levels since 2021, overshadowing inflation concerns.