FBI Director Kash Patel is sworn in.

FBI boss pressed on Epstein files and other takeaways from Congress testimony

FBI director Kash Patel defended the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein files in the face of 'fiery' Democratic questioning on Capitol Hill.

10:31am

1:31

A national flag hangs over the site where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was shot and killed at Utah Valley University last week.

Kirk killing suspect feared being shot by police, sheriff says

"He didn't want a big SWAT team at his parent's house or his apartment," said the sheriff. "He was truly fearful about being shot by law enforcement."

9:50am

2:41

US President Donald Trump, left, and Britain's King Charles speak during the State Banquet in Windsor Castle, England.

'Highest honours': What Trump and the King said at Windsor Castle banquet

"This is truly one of the highest honours of my life," Trump said.

9:40am

1:31

Britain's King Charles III, centre left, and US President Donald Trump, centre right, pose with Queen Camilla and First Lady Melania Trump, right, at the state banquet at Windsor Castle, England.

Trump basks in the pageantry at Windsor Castle during UK state visit

The King and Queen Camilla have hosted Donald and Melania Trump at Windsor Castle for the first full day of their UK state visit.

Thu, Sep 18

3:23

FBI Director Kash Patel appears before the Senate Judiciary Committee for his first oversight hearing

FBI Director Kash Patel clashes with Democrats at contentious hearing

The hearing came as Patel faced criticism for the bureau's response to the killing of conservative activist Charlie Kirk at a college campus in Utah.

Wednesday 10:41am

1:29

The US president said he would be telling Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese about the tense exchange.

Watch: Trump accuses journalist of 'hurting Australia'

The US President accused the ABC's John Lyons of damaging US-Australia relations during a fiery White House exchange and threatened to raise the issue with Prime Minister Albanese ahead of his UN visit.

Wednesday 8:45am

1:29

People hold candles and sing during a memorial and prayer vigil for Charlie Kirk at the John F. Kennedy Memorial Center for the Performing Arts, Sunday, September 14, 2025, in Washington.

DNA found near scene of Charlie Kirk shooting matches suspect, FBI says

DNA on a towel wrapped around a rifle found near where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated matched that of the 22-year-old accused in the killing, FBI Director Kash Patel said today.

Tue, Sep 16

Vice President JD Vance hosts an episode of "The Charlie Kirk Show" at the White House, following the assassination of the show's namesake.

JD Vance speaks of national unity as he hosts Charlie Kirk's show

The Vice President said he was "desperate" for national unity while hosting Charlie Kirk's radio show after the conservative political activist's killing.

Tue, Sep 16

New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani

New York governor endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor

Kathy Hochul said that while she and Mamdani diverged on some issues, they came together on the importance of addressing the affordability crisis in New York City

Mon, Sep 15

Utah Governor Spencer Cox said it was “a dark day for our state, a tragic day for our nation".

After Kirk's killing, some conservatives want his critics ostracised or fired

Some conservatives are seeking to upend the lives and careers of those who disparaged Charlie Kirk after he was killed at an event on Thursday.

Mon, Sep 15

Brian Kilmeade said his suggestion that mentally ill homeless people should be executed was "extremely callous".

Fox News host sorry for saying mentally ill homeless should be executed

Brian Kilmeade said homeless people who refuse services offered to them should face "involuntary lethal injection" and added, "Just kill 'em".

Mon, Sep 15

A spotted lanternfly flies past President Donald Trump as he boards Air Force One, Friday.

Trump says he’ll send troops to Memphis, escalating their use in US cities

“I did not ask for the National Guard, and I don’t think it’s the way to drive down crime,” Mayor Paul Young said.

Sat, Sep 13

This photo released by the Utah Governor's Office shows Tyler Robinson.

Utah man, 22, charged with murder in Charlie Kirk shooting

According to the Governor, the suspect's family said he had become “more political in recent years” and had criticised Kirk, mentioning he was due to appear at an upcoming event.

Sat, Sep 13

President Donald Trump shakes hands with moderator Charlie Kirk, during a Generation Next White House forum in 2018.

The rise of Charlie Kirk, and the rise of political violence in America

OPINION: US Correspondent Logan Church reflects on the impact Charlie Kirk, shot dead in front of a crowd on a university campus in Utah yesterday, has had on America.

Fri, Sep 12

Vice President JD Vance, right, Second Lady Usha Vance, center, and Erika Kirk deplane Air Force Two

Charlie Kirk's casket arrives in Arizona aboard Air Force Two

US Vice President JD Vance helped carry Kirk's casket with a group of uniformed service members as it was loaded onto the plane.

Fri, Sep 12

Utah Department of Public Safety released additional photos of the person of interest in connection with the murder of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University.

Charlie Kirk killing: Fresh photos of person of interest released

Investigators obtained clues including a palm print, a shoe impression and a high-powered hunting rifle found in a wooded area along the path the shooter fled.

Fri, Sep 12

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including the hunt for Charlie Kirk’s killer, legal experts weigh in on the Marokopa case, and is the new Sims inspired by New Zealand?

News in 90 Seconds September 12

The morning's headlines in 90 seconds, including the hunt for Charlie Kirk’s killer, legal experts weigh in on the Marokopa case, and is the new Sims inspired by New Zealand?

Fri, Sep 12

President Donald Trump is joined on stage with Turning Point USA Founder Charlie Kirk as he finishes speaking at the Marriott Marquis in Washington, July 23, 2019.

How Charlie Kirk shaped a generation of young people into a conservative force

Kirk was 18 when he launched a grassroots organisation from an Illinois garage that would grow alongside the rise of President Donald Trump.

Fri, Sep 12

Vice President Kamala Harris attends a Department of Defense Commander in Chief farewell ceremony at Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.

Harris says leaving re-election decision to Biden was 'recklessness'

The remarks were the first time Harris has been publicly critical of Biden's decision to run again — an ill-fated decision that saw him drop out after a disastrous debate performance.

Thu, Sep 11

President Donald Trump shakes hands with moderator Charlie Kirk, during a Generation Next White House forum in 2018.

Who is Charlie Kirk, the Trump ally fatally shot at Utah event?

Kirk personified the pugnacious, populist conservatism that has taken over the Republican Party in the age of US President Donald Trump.

Thu, Sep 11

President Donald Trump speaks during an event about the relocation of US Space Command headquarters from Colorado to Alabama in the Oval Office of the White House.

Trump note to Epstein that he denies signing released by Congress

The letter bearing Trump’s name and what appears to be his signature includes text framed by a hand-drawn outline of a curvaceous woman.

Tue, Sep 9

This image from video provided by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement via DVIDS shows a person being handcuffed at the Hyundai Motor Group’s electric vehicle plant

Detained Hyundai workers had skills for US short-term jobs, attorney says

South Korea’s foreign minister was flying to the US to secure his citizens' return on a charter flight. Many in the country have expressed confusion, shock and a sense of betrayal.

Tue, Sep 9

From left, Lachlan Murdoch, Rupert Murdoch and James Murdoch arrive at St Bride's Church for the celebration ceremony of the wedding of Rupert Murdoch and Jerry Hall in London

Murdoch's family reaches deal on control of media empire after his death

The deal creates a trust establishing control of the Fox Corp for Lachlan Murdoch, Rupert’s chosen heir, who has been running Fox in recent years, along with his younger sisters, Grace and Chloe.

Tue, Sep 9

Trucks transport tanks east from Valencia, Venezuela after the government announced a military mobilisation following the US deployment of warships off Venezuela.

What to know about US forces in South America, Venezuelan reaction

The US government has not signalled any planned land incursion from the thousands of people being deployed.

Mon, Sep 8

Plant workers being detained during the raid, in a screenshot of a video released by US Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Hundreds of South Koreans swept up in US immigration raid

This is the latest in a long line of workplace raids conducted as part of the Trump administration's mass deportation agenda.

Sun, Sep 7