• Sat, November 30, 2024

by: Brian Stokes

Canadian team told Trump's tariffs unavoidable in short term in surprise Mar-a-Lago meeting

Lago, representatives of the federal government were told U.S. tariffs from the incoming Donald Trump administration cannot be avoided in the immediate term, two government sources tell CTV News.

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Alex Salmond: the political and personal side remembered

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Labour 'hit job' against Louise Haigh had been brewing for months

Insiders believe Left-wing MP had a target on her back since 'going rogue' with unauthorised pay deal for train drivers

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Over 1000 Spaza Shops Closed Since Food Poisoning Saga

President Cyril Ramaphosa revealed during his annual National Council of Provinces address in Parliament that over 1000 spaza shops were shut down.

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U.P. govt doing politics of self-service: Mayawati

Mayawati urges BSP members to intensify efforts for power, criticizing the UP government for self-serving politics and alleging casteist tactics by the BJP.

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Housing and homelessness biggest issue for voters, exit poll shows

Economic stability (9%), climate change (4%), crime (2%), local transport and roads (2%) and childcare (2%) all played lesser roles

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Rafael Perez: Americans really need to relax and stop taking national politics so seriously

This is a time to appreciate your loved ones despite whatever flaws you believe them to have, so retire the pitchfork and relax a little bit.

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Eknath Shinde suffering from fever, throat infection for 2 days: Family doc

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Athawale comments on Shinde's dissatisfaction and ministerial roles

Athawale addresses Shinde's dissatisfaction and suggests the decision of CM's role lies with BJP. Attention shifts to key portfolio distribution in Maharashtra.

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Sinn Fein leader wants to engage with left-wing parties 'about possibilities of government'

Early tallies in the Irish election have suggested some senior figures from the last government may struggle to retain their seats.

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Albanese preparing January reshuffle to replace Shorten before election

The prime minister will unveil a refreshed frontbench line-up in late January to replace the retiring Bill Shorten.

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Libby Mettam promises power bill relief if Liberals win 2025 WA State Election

WA Liberal leader Libby Mettam has promised more cost-of-living reprieve if she wins the next election, saying she will slash power bills by $169 a year.

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Labor makes housing major issue at WA and Federal election, unveiling $450m package

Albanese and Cook announce a $443m plan for affordable housing in WA, aiming to build 360 social houses and 1440 residential units.

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Ireland headed for coalition government, exit poll suggests

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Iceland votes for a new parliament after political disagreements force an early election

Icelanders are electing a new parliament after disagreements over immigration, energy policy and the economy forced Prime Minister Bjarni Benediktsson to pull the plug on his coalition government and

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Bilawal urges political stability in country, either through dialogue or by use of force

"Political stability is essential for the country's future, whether achieved through dialogue or, if necessary, through firm measures," Bhutto stated. He also called for a new National Action Plan (NAP) to combat terrorism, recognising the country's urgent need to address growing security threats.

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Time for Britain to follow the Aussies and take kids offline

Britain should follow Australia's lead and ban young people from social media, according to a leading campaigner for the protection of childhood. The Australian Parliament last week backed the world's toughest measures to stop under-16s using social media - and tech companies could fines of nearly £26million if they do not enforce new rules.

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Doctors and charities lobby for safeguards after MPs back assisted dying

Government warned palliative care needs urgent improvement to stop terminally ill feeling suicide is only choice

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Election 2024: First count result announced eight hours after boxes open - let the race begin

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Rachel Reeves' 'tax on jobs' is about to see prices surge at supermarkets

EXPERTS have called on the Labour Government to step back from an "assault on business" which they warn will lead to higher prices, lower wages and fewer jobs. Chancellor Rachel Reeves's plans to hike up National Insurance contributions on employers will go before MPs on Tuesday and leading voices are calling for an urgent u-turn.

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Extend full support to interim govt: Dr Kamal

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Great British Railways fiasco with only 15 staff and nationalisation months away

Industry insiders warning that new body's 'thin structure' will mean the taxpayer being billed for expensive private consultants

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Former Evans supervisor sues Town Board members for defamation

Ex-Town Supervisor Mary Hosler filed a lawsuit against current Evans Town Board members Michael Schraft and Jeanne Macko, accusing them of defamation over comments they made about her accepting a $6,000 health insurance benefit.

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Poilievre suggests Trudeau is too weak to engage with Trump, Ford won't go there

While federal Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has taken aim at Prime Minister Justin Trudeau this week, calling him too 'weak' to engage with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump, Ontario Premier Doug Ford won't go there.

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Trudeau meets with Trump for Florida dinner after president-elect pledges tariffs

The Prime Minister, the first G7 leader to meet with Trump since the U.S. election, discussed trade, border security in a wide-ranging conversation: official

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Trump and Republicans in Congress eye an ambitious 100-day agenda, starting with tax cuts

A tax break for millionaires, and almost everyone else. An end to the COVID-19-era government subsidies that some Americans have used to purchase health insurance. Limits to food

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The land was in his family for decades. According to the government, they don't own it

St. Philip's man has found himself at odds with the Newfoundland and Labrador government over a parcel of land that's been in his family since the 1980s.

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Rep. Wade: The local ripple effect: Creating change close to home

Civic engagement helped me get to know myself, my neighbors, my city, my state, and the world in which I live so much better.

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Republicans look to push government funding fight into Trump's term

MSNBC's Katy Tur is joined by Punchbowl News Reporter Andrew Desiderio and NBC News Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles to discuss the government funding battle in Congress.

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Goodbye INAI: Senate approves elimination of Mexico's watchdog agencies

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Trudeau says no question Trump is serious on tariff threat

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says incoming U.S. president Donald Trump's threats on tariffs should be taken seriously.

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How an Astrophysicist Became the Most Accurate Political Forecaster in Canada

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The Senate's New Farm Bill Would Prioritize Climate. Too Bad It's Doomed.

On Monday, Senator Debbie Stabenow, a longtime champion of programs that support farmers and increase access to nutritious foods, introduced a new version of the farm bill, a key piece of legislation typically renewed every five years that governs much of how the agricultural industry in the US operates.

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Only Raj and Uddhav can decide on joining hands: Shiv Sena (UBT) leader

Only the estranged Thackeray cousins- Uddhav and Raj- can decide if they want to join hands, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Ambadas Danve said on Saturday.

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Disinformation Transformed Miami Politics. This Radio Station Is One Reason Why.

Radio Mambí birthed Cuban politics in south Florida. Now it's a platform for Trumpism — even though it's owned by Democrats.

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2 Government Employee Terminated In Jammu & Kashmir For Links To Hezbollah

Madhavan salutes Ajith Kumar as Thala returns to racing tracks: 'He just goes after his dreams, no matter what' Back in India!! 🇮🇳 INDIAN SEAFOOD HEAVEN + Ultimate Food Tour in Mangalore! Dates for weight loss: 8 ways it can help you get back in shape

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George Washington first again with ornament of Houdon statue

The Virginia Capitol Foundation's Christmas ornament features George Washington, rendered in the marble statue French sculptor Jean-Antoine Houdon created from direct measurements he took from the future first president.

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Trump disavowed Project 2025. Now he's hiring its contributors for his administration

Donald Trump distanced himself from the conservative Project 2025 playbook throughout his campaign. Now, he is tapping its contributors to lead his government.

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Prime Minister Trudeau meets Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau landed in West Palm Beach, Fla., on Friday evening to meet with U.S.-president elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago, sources confirm to CTV News.

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Louise Haigh resigns as transport secretary over stolen phone fraud offence

Louise Haigh has become the first minister to quit Sir Keir Starmer's government in a blow to the prime minister. The transport secretary has written to Sir Keir tendering her resignation as transport secretary after admitting she pleaded guilty to fraud over a mobile phone claim 10 years ago.

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Democrats Weigh Dumping Nadler, Regrouping to Counter Trump

Some House Democrats want to oust aging committee leaders like Representative Jerrold Nadler in favor of younger lawmakers who they see as better suited to take on the president.

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Kamala Harris for president in '28? How about Gavin Newsom? Who are the early front-runners?

Harris has won five statewide races — in 2010 and 2014 for attorney general, in 2016 for U.S. senator and as vice president on Biden's ticket in 2020 and 2024. She trounced Trump, 58% to 38%, in this year's election.

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Virginia: Solar, data centers, carbon top environmentalists' lists for session

Solar farms, data centers and carbon dioxide are on track to dominate General Assembly discussions on the environment in the 2025 session.

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Many in Louisiana think flood insurance is broken. But what can be done about it?

In October, Cassidy distributed a report to his colleagues called "The Flood Insurance Crisis: A Comprehensive Breakdown of Rising Flood Insurance Premiums," that found NFIP premiums in Louisiana have increased by 234% over the past three years, resulting in 52,000 residents dropping their policies.

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Prime Minister Trudeau's plane lands near Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate

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Trudeau lands in Palm Beach, Fla. to meet with president-elect Trump, sources say

An official said the conversation between the leaders was wide-ranging, including trade, border security, fentanyl, NATO and Ukraine

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Sambhal violence: Samajwadi Party calls for 'truth-based investigation'

Further talking about the party's delegation he said that they do not wish to deteriorate the tense situation in the area, and if the district administration have a problem with the delegation

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Irish party leader gives birth on election day

The leader of Ireland's opposition Social Democrats party has given birth on the day of voting in the country's general election.

Irish party leader gives birth on election day

The leader of Ireland's opposition Social Democrats party has given birth on the day of voting in the country's general election.
The article from The New Daily discusses the recent general election in Ireland, highlighting the significant political shifts and outcomes. Sinn Féin, traditionally a party with strong support in Northern Ireland, has made substantial gains in the Republic of Ireland, becoming the largest party in terms of seats. This surge is attributed to their focus on housing, health, and a promise to address the cost of living crisis. The election results indicate a move away from the long-dominant parties, Fine Gael and Fianna Fáil, signaling a potential change in the political landscape. The article also touches on the implications of this shift, including potential coalition negotiations and the broader impact on Irish politics, with voters expressing a desire for change after years of economic challenges and political scandals.

Read the Full thenewdaily Article at:
https://www.thenewdaily.com.au/news/politics/2024/11/30/ireland-election


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