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Police arrested the suspected gunman who shot conservative activist Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University, President Donald Trump confirmed Friday. Trump told Fox News he learned about the arrest minutes before his live appearance, saying authorities held the suspect securely. A source close to the alleged shooter revealed the suspect’s location, helping law enforcement complete the arrest. FBI and Police Release Footage FBI and Utah police released video showing the suspect fleeing after the shooting, prompting more public tips. Utah Department of Public Safety Commissioner Beau Mason said public tips provided crucial leads in the manhunt. The video shows a…

A record immigration raid at a Hyundai facility in Georgia will push back its opening by at least two months. The company confirmed the delay after hundreds of foreign workers were detained. raid heightens diplomatic tension The raid has escalated friction between Washington and Seoul. Many of the detained workers were South Korean nationals. President Yoon warned the crackdown could discourage foreign investment in the United States. South Korean officials said the workers were sent temporarily to help launch the new plant. Hyundai chief executive José Muñoz told American media the raid will delay operations by two to three months…

Brazil’s Supreme Court convicted Jair Bolsonaro for attempting a coup after losing the 2022 presidential election. Three of five justices ruled Bolsonaro guilty on five counts; one vote remains pending. Justice Cármen Lúcia voted for conviction Thursday, a day after Justice Luiz Fux voted to acquit him. The court will determine Bolsonaro’s sentence after the final vote, potentially sentencing him to decades in prison. The 70-year-old former president remains under house arrest for violating a ban on political messaging. Political Tensions Rise The ruling deepens Brazil’s political divide and could trigger reactions from the United States government. Donald Trump criticized…

The European Central Bank kept its key deposit rate at 2% during Thursday’s policy meeting, as widely expected.The rate has remained at its lowest level in over two years since June 2024.Other rates were also held steady: main refinancing at 2.15% and marginal lending at 2.40%.ECB President Christine Lagarde said inflation is stabilizing at 2% in the medium term, near the target.Flash data showed eurozone prices rose 2.1% in August, following 2% readings in June and July.The ECB’s decision follows the EU-US trade agreement, though its impact on growth remains uncertain.Political turmoil in France and weak global demand pose challenges…

US pharmaceutical giant Merck has pulled its planned £1bn UK expansion. The company said the government is failing to provide sufficient support for the life sciences sector. The multinational, known in Europe as MSD, will relocate research to the US and cut jobs in Britain. Executives accused successive governments of undervaluing innovative medicines and vaccines. Industry analysts warned the move could discourage other global firms from investing in the UK. Government defends spending but acknowledges gaps A government spokesperson defended current investment in science and research but admitted more work is needed. Officials highlighted new initiatives but recognised strong international…

WARSAW, Poland — Polish officials announced Wednesday that military aircraft intercepted and destroyed several Russian drones that entered the country’s airspace during the night amid Moscow’s latest barrage against Ukraine. The defense ministry reported that 19 drones crossed into Poland between late Tuesday and early Wednesday. At least eight were downed by F-16 fighters with support from NATO allies. Wreckage was found in a number of areas, including Wyryki-Kolonia, where one drone hit a residential building. No injuries were recorded. Prime Minister Donald Tusk condemned the intrusion as an intentional act of aggression and requested urgent consultations with NATO under…

Witnesses saw Charlie Kirk shot in the neck and rushed from the stage at Utah Valley University. US President Donald Trump announced Kirk’s death, calling him “great and legendary” on Truth Social. Trump said Kirk understood and inspired American youth and offered condolences to his wife Erika and family. Immediate Response and Investigation Turning Point spokesperson Aubrey Laitsch confirmed Kirk had been shot and urged prayers for him. Videos showed Kirk under a white tent labeled “The American Comeback” and “Prove Me Wrong” when a single shot rang out. Police detained a suspect immediately but later released the individual while…

Oracle co-founder Larry Ellison overtook Elon Musk after Oracle shares surged 40% in early trading.Ellison’s 41% stake is now worth $393bn, slightly ahead of Musk’s $384bn, Bloomberg reports.The rise marked Oracle’s largest single-day increase and the biggest one-day wealth gain on Bloomberg’s index.Ellison, 81, also owns Tesla shares, a sailing team, the Indian Wells Open, and a Hawaiian island.He served on Tesla’s board from 2018 to 2022 and invested $1bn in Musk’s Twitter purchase.Musk frequently visits Ellison’s island, Lanai, and the two share a long-standing personal and business relationship.Both men have ties to Donald Trump, though Musk’s relationship reportedly soured…

Donald Trump is calling on the European Union to impose tariffs of up to 100 percent on China and India. He wants to increase pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin and push for an end to the war in Ukraine. Trump demands tougher measures against Moscow The US president raised his demand during a meeting with EU officials on Tuesday. Both sides explored new ways to hit Russia’s economy. According to a source, Trump pressed for the highest possible tariffs on China and India. He had pledged to end the conflict on the “first day” of his presidency. Peace talks…

Allies work to tighten economic pressure on Moscow as attacks escalate WASHINGTON, Sept 9 — U.S. and European officials met in Washington this week to discuss expanded sanctions against Russia, following a surge in attacks on Ukraine. The talks focused on a coordinated approach to curtail Moscow’s financial and energy resources and to increase pressure on the Kremlin. The meeting, held at the U.S. Treasury Department, included Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and EU Sanctions Envoy David O’Sullivan. Participants explored further restrictions on Russian oil exports and refining operations, critical to funding Russia’s military campaigns, emphasizing the need for a unified…