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People are losing their jobs after celebrating Cha
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk on September 10 has triggered a nationwide backlash, reaching far beyond politics. While many mourned Kirk’s death — including public figures from both parties — a wave of firings and social media outrage has followed, targeting individuals accused of making insensitive or celebratory remarks online. Among the first…
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Utah’s Death Penalty Under Spotlight After Arrest in
The assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk has reignited America’s long-running debate over capital punishment. As investigators work to build a case against 22-year-old Tyler Robinson, now in custody, political and legal attention has turned to Utah — one of the few U.S. states where the death penalty remains legal and, in rare cases, may…
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Suspected Kirk Assassin On ‘Special Wa
Authorities said Sunday that Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk, is being held under “special watch” pending a mental health evaluation. Robinson is housed in the Utah County Sheriff’s Department’s special unit so deputies can “keep a close eye on him” until his mental health status is assessed, the department…
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Because I Could”: Officer Responds to Teen’s
In South Carolina, what began as a simple call for help turned into a beautiful reminder of the difference one act of kindness can make. A 13-year-old boy, overwhelmed by conflict at home, called the police. He wasn’t in danger. He wasn’t angry. He just felt lost. In his young voice, there was sadness—and a…
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Why a Jar of Pickles Became an Unforgett
One evening, my wife had a sudden craving for McDonald’s pickles. Knowing how important it was to her, especially now that she was expecting, I went to the nearest McDonald’s to try to buy a container of just the pickles. When I asked the cashier, she kindly explained that they couldn’t sell pickles by themselves.…
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How a Country Star’s Tribute to Charlie Kir
A Concert Becomes a Tribute At a recent show, country singer Gavin Adcock turned his stage into a memorial for Charlie Kirk, the conservative activist assassinated on September 10. Waving an American flag, he led the crowd in chanting Kirk’s name. “Charlie Kirk’s with Jesus” Adcock told fans: “Jesus loves every single one of you……
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Charlie Kirk Assassin’s Motive Revealed
Charlie Kirk Assassin’s Motive Revealed Utah officials say suspect Tyler Robinson, 22, had become increasingly political in recent years. At a recent family dinner, Robinson reportedly spoke about Charlie Kirk’s upcoming visit to Utah Valley University, saying Kirk was “full of hate and spreading hate.” According to Gov. Spencer Cox, investigators discovered bizarre inscriptions on…
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Viral bearded man seen cheering after Ch
A man with a beard who was caught on camera celebrating in the chaos after Charlie Kirk’s assassination has come forward and said that people misunderstood what he did. Viral Clip Sparks Anger Video of the tragedy at Utah Valley University on Wednesday quickly spread online. It showed a man in a T-shirt and baseball…
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Suspected Kirk Assassin On ‘Special Wa
Authorities said Sunday that Tyler Robinson, the 22-year-old suspect in the assassination of Charlie Kirk, is being held under “special watch” pending a mental health evaluation. Robinson is housed in the Utah County Sheriff’s Department’s special unit so deputies can “keep a close eye on him” until his mental health status is assessed, the department…
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Fetterman: Trump Not An ‘Autocrat,’ Is
Pennsylvania Democratic Sen. John Fetterman once again broke with many in his party to defend President Donald Trump against allegations that he’s an “autocrat” while ripping those who compare him to Adolph Hitler and other “outlandish” figures. Fetterman’s defense of the president comes on the heels of the assassination last week of conservative influencer and…
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