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South China Morning Post
2 hours ago
- Politics
- South China Morning Post
Thai ‘Yellow Shirts' return to demand Paetongtarn's removal after leaked Hun Sen call
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Thailand 's capital on Saturday to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, part of the brewing political turmoil set off by a leaked phone call with former Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen. Paetongtarn faces growing dissatisfaction over her handling of a recent border dispute with Cambodia involving an armed confrontation on May 28. One Cambodian soldier was killed in a relatively small, contested area. The clash set off a string of investigations that could lead to her removal. Protesters held national flags and signs as they occupied parts of the streets around the Victory Monument in central Bangkok. Protesters gather at Bangkok's Victory Monument demanding the resignation of Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra on Saturday. Photo: AP A huge stage was set up at the foot of the monument as participants sat and listened to speakers who said they gathered to express their love of the country following the intensified border row.
Bloomberg
3 hours ago
- Politics
- Bloomberg
Protesters Rally in Thai Capital to Demand Premier's Resignation
Thai protesters began to rally in Bangkok on Saturday to demand the resignation of Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, as the fallout continued from her controversial phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen. Demonstrators gathered at the Victory Monument junction, a key intersection in the capital, waving flags as monks prayed and chanted on a stage. Organizers brought the rally forward by six hours, with crowds expected to become larger as the day progresses.
Malay Mail
6 hours ago
- Politics
- Malay Mail
As exit nears, Saifuddin Nasution urges Nik Nazmi to reconsider resignation from Cabinet
KUALA LUMPUR, June 28 — With less than a week to go before Nik Nazmi Nik Ahmad's resignation takes effect, PKR election co-director Datuk Seri Saifuddin Nasution Ismail is still hopeful the minister of natural resources and environmental sustainability will reconsider stepping down from Cabinet. Saifuddin, who is also home minister, believes there is still time for Nik Nazmi to rethink the move, saying his skills and talent remain valuable to the government. 'I've known Nik for a long time — since I was PKR deputy Youth chief. He's very talented, very intellectual, and works in a systematic way,' Saifuddin said in an interview with Berita Harian published today. 'He has chosen to resign, with his leave ending on July 4. With this small window of time left, I'm still hopeful he will return to his post. 'I believe there is still room for Nik to consider and reflect. I'm making the same appeal, as I don't side with either Damai or Hiruk.' Damai, or Dari Akar, Membina Aspirasi Inklusif, was the campaign platform led by PKR deputy president Nurul Izzah Anwar during the party's recent internal elections, while Hiruk — Hidupkan Idealisme Reformasi Dalam Ujian Kuasa — was the slogan of former deputy president Datuk Seri Rafizi Ramli's camp. Nik Nazmi, who was aligned with Rafizi's camp, failed to defend his position as PKR vice-president in the party polls last month. Earlier, he had also lost the contest to retain his Setiawangsa division chief post. Following the defeats, Nik Nazmi — who is also MP for Setiawangsa — announced on May 28 that he had submitted his resignation as minister, effective July 4, mirroring Rafizi's move to vacate the Economy portfolio after losing his own re-election bid. Saifuddin, who is also Pakatan Harapan secretary-general, said his appeal to Nik Nazmi was in line with Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim's open-minded approach. After both leaders announced their resignations, Anwar had urged them to reflect deeply before leaving their Cabinet posts. Rafizi, the MP for Pandan, went ahead with his resignation, which took effect on June 17. Commenting on Rafizi's departure, Saifuddin said he respected the former minister's decision, but continues to stay in touch with him. As a PKR veteran, Saifuddin also pledged to continue playing a unifying role within the party leadership. 'I was closely engaged with both Nurul Izzah and Rafizi right up to the end before the party election. Just a few hours before heading to Johor, I invited them over for a three-hour heart-to-heart discussion. 'There were points of agreement and disagreement. I believe I can still play that role between the two of them and will continue doing so. 'I'm not concerned about whether my position in the party is strong or weak, or whether I hold a high post. I define my success in PKR by staying consistent and making a meaningful contribution,' he was quoted as saying.
CNN
6 hours ago
- Entertainment
- CNN
Key lines from UVA president's resignation letter
Key lines from UVA president's resignation letter University of Virginia president James Ryan announced his resignation amid pressure from the US Department of Justice to dismantle the university's diversity, equity and inclusion programs. CNN's Betsy Klein reports. 01:09 - Source: CNN Automated CNN Shorts 11 videos Key lines from UVA president's resignation letter University of Virginia president James Ryan announced his resignation amid pressure from the US Department of Justice to dismantle the university's diversity, equity and inclusion programs. CNN's Betsy Klein reports. 01:09 - Source: CNN What biohacker Bryan Johnson says is the most powerful drug in existence CNN's Boris Sanchez spoke with controversial biohacker Bryan Johnson about the impact of the medical experiments he's done and what he thinks is the most underrated aspect of health. 01:08 - Source: CNN See Jonathan Anderson's highly anticipated Dior debut Jonathan Anderson, founder of JW Anderson, made his debut as creative director of Dior. His collection, Dior menswear Spring/Summer 2026, was showcased during Paris Fashion Week. 00:45 - Source: CNN Minnesota lawmaker and husband lie in state at State Capitol Mourners and lawmakers gather to pay tribute to former Minnesota State Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, who were killed in a targeted attack. The couple is joined by the family's golden retriever, Gilbert, who also died after being shot during the attacks. 00:41 - Source: CNN See where the Bezos-Sanchez wedding is taking place CNN's Melissa Bell gives a tour of where Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's wedding ceremony is in Venice, Italy. 00:56 - Source: CNN Sean 'Diddy' Combs' son escorted out of courtroom A judge removed Sean Diddy Combs' son, Justin Combs, from the courtroom and apparently asked him to change his clothing after Combs' son arrived wearing a shirt that says 'Free Sean Combs' to the defense team's final closing arguments. The controversy comes nearly two weeks after Diddy's son Christian 'King' Combs was also removed and spoken to by the judge for wearing a similar slogan in sight of the jury. 01:28 - Source: CNN Will Sean 'Diddy' Combs be convicted? Sean 'Diddy' Combs is facing five charges in a blockbuster sex trafficking trial, but will he be found guilty? CNN's Elizabeth Wagmeister asks former prosecutor Elie Honig to predict the outcome. 03:05 - Source: CNN The key testimony and evidence in the Sean 'Diddy' Combs trial, explained CNN's Laura Coates goes over the five counts hip-hop mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is charged with, the key evidence and testimony presented to jurors, and how the defense disputes the allegations. 03:13 - Source: CNN Celebrities dazzle in their wedding attire as they leave for the Bezos-Sanchez ceremony Corseting, feathers and plenty of diamonds adorn guests as they step into water taxis set to take them to the Friday evening festivities for Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez. 00:56 - Source: CNN Trump says he'd consider bombing Iran again In a White House briefing with reporters President Donald Trump was asked if he would consider bombing Iran's nuclear sites again if future intelligence reports offered a concerning conclusion on Iranian enrichment of uranium. 00:51 - Source: CNN USNS Harvey Milk new name revealed US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the USNS Harvey Milk is being renamed to the USNS Oscar V. Peterson. During Pride Month in June, he ordered the stripping of the name Harvey Milk who was a gay rights activist and Navy veteran. 00:43 - Source: CNN
Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
UVA President Jim Ryan resigns amid federal ultimatum
Jim Ryan is the ninth president of the University of Virginia. He joined the institution in 2018. (Courtesy of the University of Virginia) In a stunning development that's igniting fierce political backlash, University of Virginia President Jim Ryan resigned Friday under pressure from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), which alleged the school had failed to fully dismantle its diversity, equity, and inclusion programs — a demand tied to a sweeping federal crackdown on higher education. The New York Times first reported Ryan's resignation, citing DOJ claims that the institution had merely rebranded its DEI efforts instead of eliminating them. The university's Board of Visitors accepted his resignation, with Ryan expected to officially step down by Aug. 15. Ryan said in a letter to the UVA community published late Friday that while he is motivated to fight for his beliefs and the university, he cannot oppose the federal government due to the potential impact on the institution. 'To do so would not only be quixotic but appear selfish and self-centered to the hundreds of employees who would lose their jobs, the researchers who would lose their funding, and the hundreds of students who could lose financial aid or have their visas withheld,' Ryan said in the letter, released Friday afternoon. In a statement following Ryan's departure, a White House spokesperson didn't mention Ryan by name but said President Donald Trump's administration is working hard to eliminate DEI from society and put college leaders who oppose that mission on warning. 'That sham virtue signaling of DEI has no place in our country, and the Trump administration is working tirelessly to erase this divisive, backward, and unjust practice from our society,' said Harrison Fields, a spokesperson for the White House. 'Any university president willingly breaking federal civil rights laws will be met with the full force of the federal government, and it would behoove every school in America to prioritize the civil rights of every student and end DEI once and for all.' Ryan's departure has sparked outrage on campus and across Virginia. A protest led by Wahoos4UVA, a group dedicated to defending the university from political influence, is scheduled at the Rotunda on Friday. 'This unprecedented political interference threatens the independence of our University and its fundamental values,' a letter from the chairs of Wahoos4UVA Advisory Council states. 'Whatever reason the Department of Justice gives for taking this action is only a pretext thinly masking a partisan agenda. What's happening is clear: the Trump administration has made UVA the next target in its escalating attack on higher education in America.' UVA became the first public university in Virginia to dissolve its DEI office on March 8 after Trump's executive order warned of federal funding cuts for noncompliance. Opponents of DEI argue hiring and promotions should be merit-based rather than consider race or gender. Supporters say DEI efforts are vital to addressing systematic inequities that have long blocked opportunities for women and people of color and women. The school has also been under scrutiny for its handling of antisemitism complaints. UVA was among 60 colleges flagged in a federal inquiry over whether it adequately protected Jewish students, prompting additional concerns over potential funding losses. Sen. Creigh Deeds, D-Charlottesville, said during a call with reporters that he is disappointed with the decision. Deeds added that Ryan will not have a problem finding a job elsewhere, after creating a model for diversifying the student body at the university and for financial aid. 'You know, it does not surprise me that the Trump administration is so petty that they would go after a state that has rejected President Trump three times at the ballot box,' Deeds said. 'But it also does not surprise me that they'd go after a national leader at the University of Virginia, which is a national national leader as a school, but with Jim Ryan, who's also a national leader of higher education.' Deeds along with his colleagues from Charlottesville, which is home to the university, said they are concerned this move by the Trump administration will set a precedent. 'I am afraid of what this means to all of our schools,' said Del. Amy Laufer, D-Albemarle. Del. Katrina Callsen, D-Albemarle, added that while the news is currently focused on Ryan's departure, she expects the pressure to expand to the governing boards of Virginia's institutions, who are engaging in 'ideological battles' impacting colleges. 'If anyone needs to be submitting a resignation, I would urge them to look at themselves,' Callsen said. 'I would urge them to look at themselves and their role and what they are doing to our university and ask themselves that question.' Virginia Senate Democrats condemned what they called federal overreach, urging university boards to 'resist any efforts by the Trump Admin to dictate how Virginia runs its own taxpayer-funded schools.' Senate Majority Leader Scott Surovell, D-Fairfax, wrote on X, formerly Twitter, that 'UVA is the envy of American public universities,' and called Ryan an 'incredible leader.' He added: 'Trump's interference in the operation of Virginia's universities and any cooperation by those sworn to protect them will not be tolerated by the Virginia Senate.' U.S. Democratic Senators Mark Warner and Tim Kaine also blasted the DOJ's involvement, underscoring that Virginia's economy and prosperity depend on the strength and integrity of the state's higher education system. 'It is outrageous that officials in the Trump Department of Justice demanded the commonwealth's globally recognized university remove President Ryan — a strong leader who has served UVA honorably and moved the university forward — over ridiculous 'culture war' traps,' the senators stated. 'Decisions about UVA's leadership belong solely to its Board of Visitors, in keeping with Virginia's well-established and respected system of higher education governance. This is a mistake that hurts Virginia's future.' The Virginia State Conference NAACP, one of the largest civil rights organizations in the state, weighed in on Ryan's resignation — and its impetus — Friday afternoon, saying it raises 'serious concerns about political interference in our educational institutions and the very principles of justice that they are meant to uphold.' 'President Ryan, known for his commitment to enhancing diversity on campus and fostering community engagement, should not face political coercion for championing inclusive policies,' the group said in a statement. The UVA Board of Visitors last met June 4-6. Its next meeting is scheduled for Sept. 11-12. Ryan confirmed in his letter on Friday to the UVA community that he had already planned to leave the school next year, after the institution concluded its capital campaign and implemented nearly all of its major initiatives in UVA's strategic plan. Still, he expressed regret after his abrupt departure. 'This was an excruciatingly difficult decision, and I am heartbroken to be leaving this way,' Ryan wrote. SUBSCRIBE: GET THE MORNING HEADLINES DELIVERED TO YOUR INBOX
