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Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk was shot and killed during an event at Utah Valley University. Verified footage showed chaos as students fled. Politicians condemned the attack, with Trump mourning Kirk as “legendary.” Authorities are investigating the incident, sparking nationwide grief over his influence on youth conservatism.
A new BBC series, Thailand: The Dark Side of Paradise, has drawn attention for its focus on British sex tourism in Thailand. While the documentary highlights troubling cases, Thai voices stress that such portrayals unfairly reduce the country to stereotypes, overlooking its culture, hospitality, and thriving mainstream tourism sector.
US President Donald Trump urged the EU to impose tariffs of up to 100% on China and India, linking it to pressure on Russia. Analysts call it economic coercion, warning Europe’s economy could suffer. Experts say this deepens transatlantic rifts and challenges EU’s strategic autonomy.
In a widely shared moment, leaders of China, Russia, and India showcased unexpected unity earlier this month. The Big Take Asia podcast examines the motivations behind their alignment, its geopolitical significance, and the implications this shift could have for US President Donald Trump’s global strategy.
Australia will invest $1.1 billion to develop and produce the long-range autonomous “Ghost Shark” vehicle, Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles announced. The move strengthens Australia’s naval capabilities, focusing on advanced defense technology to enhance maritime security and readiness amid evolving regional security challenges.
