Trump officials praise Charlie Kirk's faith and his mark on the conservative movement
GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) — President Donald Trump and his supporters have paid tribute to conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a memorial service in Arizona. They praised the slain political conservative activist as a singular force whose work they must now advance. Trump credits Kirk with playing a pivotal role in his 2024 election victory. And the president flew on Sunday from Washington to the service that's drawn tens of thousands of mourners, including Vice President JD Vance, other senior administration officials and young conservatives shaped by the 31-year-old firebrand. Kirk was killed at a Sept. 10 appearance on a Utah college campus.
UK, Australia and Canada recognize a Palestinian state, prompting anger from Israel
LONDON (AP) — The U.K., Australia and Canada have formally recognized a Palestinian state, prompting an angry response from Israel. The coordinated initiative on Sunday from the three Commonwealth nations and longtime allies of Israel reflects growing outrage at Israel’s conduct of the war in Gaza. More countries are expected to join the list recognizing a Palestinian state at the U.N. General Assembly this week, including France, which like the U.K., is one of the five permanent members of the Security Council. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the U.K.’s move is intended “to revive the hope of peace for the Palestinians and Israelis.”
Trump ramps up retribution campaign with push for Bondi to pursue cases against his foes
Eight months into his second term, President Donald Trump’s long-standing pledge to take on those he perceives as his political enemies has prompted debates over free speech, media censorship and political prosecutions. From late-night comedian Jimmy Kimmel’s ouster to Pentagon restrictions on reporters and an apparent public appeal to Attorney General Pam Bondi to pursue legal cases against his adversaries, Trump has escalated moves to consolidate power in his second administration and root out those who have spoken out against him. In a post on social media this weekend addressed to Bondi, Trump said “nothing is being done” on investigations into some of his foes.
Trump reveals Murdochs and Dell could potentially take part in TikTok deal
President Donald Trump has mentioned that billionaires like Rupert Murdoch and Michael Dell could be part of deal in which the U.S. will take control of TikTok. Trump discussed the deal on Fox News, highlighting the potential involvement of Murdoch and his son Lachlan. He also mentioned Oracle founder Larry Ellison's involvement, which was previously disclosed. The deal aims to keep TikTok operating in the U.S. amid concerns about data security and manipulation by Chinese authorities. Congress has passed legislation for a TikTok ban, but Trump has signed orders allowing it to operate while negotiations continue. Trump credits TikTok for helping him connect with young voters.
A Syrian president arrives in New York for UN General Assembly for the first time in nearly 60 years
DAMASCUS, Syria (AP) — Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa has arrived in New York to attend the U.N. General Assembly. This marks the first visit by a Syrian president in nearly six decades. Al-Sharaa came to power after ousting Bashar Assad, ending a 14-year civil war. Since then, he has worked to restore ties with Arab countries and the West. However, his past ties with al-Qaida have made some officials wary. Al-Sharaa is likely to use his U.N. visit to push for further sanctions relief for Syria. Meanwhile, tensions with Israel remain high, with ongoing negotiations for a security deal.
Patrons at New Hampshire restaurant shooting prevented worse tragedy with selfless acts, AG says
NASHUA, N.H. (AP) — Authorities say patrons at a restaurant acted quickly and selflessly to stop a gunman who opened fire while a wedding was taking place at a New Hampshire country club, averting a worse tragedy. They say one person was killed and two others were wounded by the gunfire Saturday night before the suspect was taken into custody in a nearby neighborhood not long after the shooting. Authorities say gunfire killed 59-year-old Robert DeCesare Jr. at Sky Meadow Country Club in Nashua. Witnesses at the scene say someone struck the shooter with a chair in an attempt to subdue them.
Ukrainian and Russian attacks kill 3 civilians as Zelenskyy prepares to meet Trump
Ukrainian attacks on Russia's Belgorod region have killed two civilians while Russian shelling in eastern Ukraine left one man dead. The governor of Belgorod reported that a woman was killed and a man died in a drone strike. In Ukraine, Russian shelling in the Donetsk region damaged buildings and infrastructure. This follows a large-scale Russian missile and drone attack on Saturday, which killed at least three people and wounded dozens. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine had been targeted by “more than 1,500 strike drones, over 1,280 guided aerial bombs, and 50 missiles of various types” in recent days. Zelenskyy expects to meet U.S. President Donald Trump on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly this week.
Airport cyberattack disrupts more flights across Europe
BRUSSELS (AP) — Fallout from a cyberattack that affected check-in systems at several European airports has extended into a second full day. Passengers are facing dozens of cancelled and delayed flights and airport teams are scrambling to limit the damage to travel plans. Starting late on Friday, key airports in Brussels, London and Berlin were hit by disruptions to electronic systems that snarled up check-in. Many other European airports were unaffected. The cyberattack affected systems of US-based Collins Aerospace that help passengers check in, print boarding passes and dispatch their luggage.
Miami jumps to No. 2 behind Ohio State in AP Top 25, Oklahoma into top 10
Miami jumped LSU and Penn State into the No. 2 spot behind Ohio State in The Associated Press Top 25 college football poll. Oklahoma is in the top 10 for the first time in two years and Indiana and Texas Tech made big moves after lopsided wins over ranked opponents. Miami has its highest ranking since 2017. Penn State, which had been No. 2 since the preseason, was idle and slipped to No. 3. LSU fell one spot to No. 4 after an easy win. Georgia, Oregon, Oklahoma, Florida State, Texas A&M and Texas round out the top 10.
Christopher Nolan to lead Directors Guild of America
Christopher Nolan has been elected to lead the Directors Guild of America. He calls it "one of the greatest honors" of his career. The guild represents around 19,500 film and TV directors in the U.S. and abroad. Nolan, known for championing the theatrical experience, will take over from Lesli Linka Glatter. He plans to work with her and the board to secure creative and economic protections for members. Nolan's recent film, "Oppenheimer," was a box office hit, grossing over $976 million worldwide. His next project, an adaptation of "The Odyssey," opens July 17.
