Fri, November 29, 2024

by: Brian Stokes

Death threats in Marcos-Duterte feud highlight the Philippines' problem with political violence

Family dynasties have a stranglehold on Filipino politics — and this week was a reminder that some dynasties at the top are militaristic and fond of violence.

by: Brian Stokes

Anthony Albanese gets down and dirty in deal making and breaking as Senate rushes to Christmas finish

The prime minister personally intervened in the wrangling and deal-making as the government battled to get as much as possible of Labor's legislation passed in the chaotic dying days of 2024's parliamentary sitting.

by: Brian Stokes

Miners rejoice as Albanese shelves environment watchdog

But the onset of early season bushfires heralds a heated debate over summer about the future of the government's election commitment.

by: Brian Stokes

French government crisis: Mobilize the working class to bring down Barnier and Macron!

The struggle against Macron cannot be left to parliamentary maneuvers by the neo-fascist Le Pen and Jean-Luc Mélenchon, whose New Popular Front enabled the forming of the government.

by: Brian Stokes

Election 2024 Day 21: one last push from major parties deadlocked as nation goes to the polls on Friday

With less than 24 hours to go until the country heads to the polls, it's a short but hard fought campaign as parties and Independents attempt to fill as many of the 174 Dáil seats as possible.

by: Brian Stokes

Ready for an election, Albanese unveils his new catchphrase

After driving 45 pieces of legislation through parliament in a week, the prime minister has signalled his election campaign strategy.

by: Brian Stokes

France's bond yields rise above Greece's for first time amid political instability in Paris

Borrowing costs for France have hit a 12-year high relative to Germany, and were more than those of Greece for the first time ever

by: Brian Stokes

Nelson Mayor Nick Smith on why he suggested Lindsay McKenzie as Wellington City Council's Crown observer- On the Tiles

When the Government announced a Crown observer was being appointed at Wellington City Council, former Cabinet minister and current Mayor of Nelson Nick Smith knew just the man for the job. Smith wrote to Local Government Minister Simeon Brown and recommended Lindsay McKenzie,

by: Brian Stokes

Death threats and division: A political feud takes a dramatic turn

Behind all this drama is a once powerful political alliance which has spectacularly unravelled. The decision by the Marcos and Duterte clans to join forces in the 2022 presidential election was a marriage of convenience.

by: Brian Stokes

Jharkhand gov to take legal action for Rs 1.36 trillion coal dues: CM Soren

Soon after taking oath as the chief minister of Jharkhand, Hemant Soren announced that his government would take legal action to realise its Rs 1.36 lakh-crore coal dues from the Centre.

by: Brian Stokes

Chinese journalist and former Harvard fellow sentenced to 7 years

by: Brian Stokes

Politics latest: Starmer holding news conference as deal announced with Iraq to tackle small boat crossings

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is holding a Downing Street news conference after new stats show net migration to the UK fell by 20% in the year to June 2024, but from what was a record high of more than 900,
Thu, November 28, 2024

by: Brian Stokes

Labor has given up on Prahran. It's an astonishing act of political cowardice

by: Brian Stokes

Lebanon Truce Expands Area Free of Hezbollah Arms, Sharpens Terms of UN Resolution

by: Brian Stokes

Mexico's President and Trump Describe a Positive Talk but Differ on Migration Details

by: Brian Stokes

US to sanction Maduro-aligned officials, to put pressure on Venezuela's president to accept election results

by: Brian Stokes

'Grave concerns' over national insurance hike impact in Wales

by: Brian Stokes

Politics latest: Government changes immigration rule - as new migration data set to be published

by: Brian Stokes

French government creaks as Barnier's budget woes weaken survival chances

by: Brian Stokes

Divide and Conquer: Political Riptides Threaten to Overwhelm the Nation

by: Brian Stokes

Crackdown on employers who flout visa laws and exploit foreign workers

by: Brian Stokes

Germany's industrial bloodbath leaves politicians fumbling for answers

by: Brian Stokes

Bali Nine's fate will be in Australia's hands if they return home: Indonesia

by: Brian Stokes

Using the notwithstanding clause to evict the homeless shows the limits of municipal politics

by: Brian Stokes

Franklin County judge sues fellow judges, claiming racial, gender and employment discrimination

by: Brian Stokes

Raw Politics: Labour's year of living anonymously

by: Brian Stokes

Liberal GST holiday expected to pass soon as government introduces solo bill

by: Brian Stokes

Horse carriage owners and workers consider what's next if council shuts down the industry

by: Brian Stokes

Simon Birmingham to retire from politics

by: Brian Stokes

Seen and Unseen: Ideology and politics don't have a place at a family gathering

Wed, November 27, 2024

by: Brian Stokes

Cash-strapped Allan government spends record $130m on Australian Grand Prix Corporation

by: Brian Stokes

Two announce bids to run for Santa Fe mayor in 2025

by: Brian Stokes

Queensland building workers protest Liberal government attack on safety, wages and conditions

by: Brian Stokes

Gov. Newsom pays $3,000 fine for not filing charitable donations reports on time

by: Brian Stokes

Philippine political crisis: Threats of assassination, military coup, and impeachment

by: Brian Stokes

Yes, Project 2025 Wants to Eliminate Head Start

by: Brian Stokes

Missouri AG sues to block Sam Page from picking next St. Louis County prosecutor

by: Brian Stokes

Le Pen's Party Yet to Decide on Toppling French Government

by: Brian Stokes

Canada agrees with Trump's call to safeguard border against undocumented migrants and drugs, Champagne says

by: Brian Stokes

SLO County is closing in on final election results. Here's how many ballots are left to count

by: Brian Stokes

Fine Gael Faces Uncertain Future in Irish Election

by: Brian Stokes

'Dangerous territory': Trump's unsecured calls with world leaders concern foreign policy experts

by: Brian Stokes

Haiti wonders what's next as gang violence surges and UN peacekeeping mission flops

by: Brian Stokes

Two announce bids to run for Santa Fe mayor in November 2025

by: Brian Stokes

Trump's Cabinet nominees are 'tough as nails,' ex-government official says

by: Brian Stokes

FACT FOCUS: Posts Misrepresent Biden Administration Spending on EV Charging Stations

by: Brian Stokes

PM Christopher Luxon to front media as arsenic detected in Auckland and Waikato water

by: Brian Stokes

Sharon Stone slams 'ignorant, arrogant' Americans after Donald Trump win

UK politics live: Esther Rantzen pens heartfelt letter on assisted dying - urging MPs to vote on 'vital' issue

Dame Esther, who is terminally ill, has been a strong advocate for changing the law to allow dying adults to take their own lives in limited circumstances, without fear of their families being prosecu

The article from AOL discusses the ongoing political developments in the UK, focusing on the Conservative Party's internal dynamics and the broader political landscape. Key points include the potential reshuffling of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's cabinet, with speculation about the future roles of key figures like Suella Braverman and James Cleverly. There's mention of a possible return of former Prime Minister David Cameron to a significant role, which has stirred both support and controversy. Additionally, the article touches on the upcoming Supreme Court ruling on the Rwanda deportation policy, which could have significant implications for the government's immigration strategy. The piece also covers reactions to recent by-election losses for the Conservatives, highlighting the party's struggles with public perception and internal unity. Lastly, there are brief mentions of other political figures like Jeremy Hunt and their potential movements within the government, reflecting the fluid nature of UK politics at the moment.

Read the Full AOL Article at https://www.aol.com/uk-politics-live-ministers-poised-093320018.html