Sun, December 1, 2024

by: Brian Stokes

Putin alerts Trump to life-threatening danger

US President-elect Donald Trump's life is still in danger," his Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin, told Russian media on Thursday after his visit to Kazakhstan. "The methods of fighting Trump were totally uncivil,

by: Brian Stokes

BJP's Kamaljeet Sehrawat blames public outrage for liquid attack on Arvind Kejriwal

BJP MP Kamaljeet Sehrawat commented on the incident where a liquid was thrown at former Delhi CM and AAP Convener Arvind Kejriwal, stating that such events occur whenever a leader goes on a Padyatra,

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Hunter Biden's team issues a fiery defense ahead of sentencing, possible pardon

In a 52-page paper titled "The political prosecutions of Hunter Biden" released Saturday, Hunter Biden's lawyers criticize the foundation of the investigations into their cl

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The International Criminal Court has zero credibility left. It cannot survive

The International Criminal Court (ICC) lost any vestige of legitimacy it may have had by issuing its recent arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. As France and other countries have since made clear,

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This is a political masterstroke by President Zelensky

For some time, the ground has been shifting in Kyiv as Ukraine braces for a potential Trump presidency and his much-touted promise of a ceasefire within 24 hours of taking office on 20 January 2025. Senior figures,

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President Trump threatens 100% tariffs and permanent breakup for Putin's BRICS if they dethrone US dollar

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Who is President Bashar al-Assad? Target of Islamist rebels in Syria

Assad? Rebels opposed to President Bashar al-Assad roamed the streets of Syria's Aleppo on Friday night (November 29), saying they have liberated it from al-Assad's hold.

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Anthony Albanese expected to reshuffle cabinet in January

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is expected to reshuffle his cabinet in January ahead of the 2025 federal election.

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Lawmakers, former officials react to Trump's FBI director pick Kash Patel

President-elect Trump's decision to nominate Kash Patel to serve as FBI director has sparked mixed reactions from lawmakers and former officials, with Republicans praising the controversial pick. "It's a terrible development for the men and women of the FBI and also for the nation that depends on a highly functioning professional independent Federal Bureau

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Armed rebels occupy centre of Aleppo, Syria's largest city

Thousands of insurgents also fanned out across Aleppo in vehicles with improvised armour and pickups, a day after they entered the city. View on euronews

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Federal DEI spending explodes under Biden-Harris administration

President Donald Trump has promised to reduce government waste and employed wealthy businessmen Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to lead the charge. So far, spending on federal Diversity, Equity and Inclusion policies are prime targets for Musk and Ramaswamy,

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Syria Conflict Latest: Turkey's First Reaction on Aleppo Attacks - 'Won't Allow Terrorist-Led State'

In the latest development from Syria, Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has firmly stated that Turkey will not allow the establishment of a "terrorist-led state" in Syria, specifically referring to the ongoing conflict in Aleppo and Idlib.

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Coalition frontbencher says voters conned into backing independents

Opposition communications spokesman Paul Fletcher, facing a battle against an independent at the next election, says teals had duped traditional Coalition supporters.

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Politics latest: Minister denies Labour as bad as Tories after Louise Haigh scandal

Pat McFadden, chancellor of the Duchy of Lancaster, has told Sunday Morning With Trevor Phillips he was "sorry" to see the departure of Louise Haigh as transport secretary. Watch the show live below.

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Chinese county grapples with how to lure and reward workers for difficult, low-level jobs

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Starmer accused of 'burying head in sand' over deal to allow young Britons to live and work in Europe

Exclusive: Despite repeatedly citing economic growth as a number one priority, the government has refused to conduct an assessment of how a deal for young people to live and work across the bloc could

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5 times Starmer called for softer immigration rules as Government blasts 'broken' system

The Government sets out a plan to restore order to the "broken" immigration system as new data shows net migration hit a high of nearly one million last year.

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How Starmer's missteps are fuelling Nigel Farage's rise

In October, UK PM Keir Starmer's favourability went below far-right Reform UK Party Leader Nigel Farage. Here's a look at how Starmer lost his charm a few months after a landslide victory and how Fara

by: Brian Stokes

Trump's Call for Mexico to Stop Migrants and Drugs May Never Be Met

It would take years, if ever, for Mexico to accomplish what incoming US President Donald Trump is demanding to avoid tariffs: stemming the flow of migrants and drugs over the border.

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GENEVA IN 1899: The local election of 1899, Part 2

The Geneva Daily Times, then as now, framed the 1899 local election as a horse race. "More wagers have been placed on the result in this city than has been

by: Brian Stokes

Musk's team-up with Trump is different to how media barons operated in the past

Elon Musk's regular posts of strong support for president-elect Donald Trump on his social media platform X and his expected role within the new US administration present a rolling live case study on the role of social media within public and political debate.

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Elon Musk is attacking Britain. Former PMs are building ties

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At the root of slowdown: It's politics, stupid

The murmurs and fears echoing in living rooms, bazaars and C-suites for weeks and months have come home to roost. All is clearly not well with the economy. On Friday, the ministry of statistics informed India that GDP growth in the July-September quarter,

by: Brian Stokes

Hipkins says 'yes' to Dunedin Hospital and 'no' to Aukus

Leader Chris Hipkins has said Labour will not allow New Zealand to be a part of Aukus He made the announcement at Labour's annual conference in Christchurc
Sat, November 30, 2024

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Australia has overtaken New Zealand and Canada as the West's most authoritarian nation

There is something deeply odd and unsettling about Australia and New Zealand's attitude to their citizenry. Perhaps it's that they are so far away from the rest of the Anglosphere. Or perhaps historically-rooted insecurity about their national identity drives them to it.

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How did SA's political donation ban gain such widespread support from MPs?

The South Australian parliament has backed laws to strip money out of politics - essentially, out of their own pockets. So how did the bill attract broad political support?

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Keir Starmer attempts to 'reset' his government after disastrous start

Sir Keir will also signal that Government departments could face cuts in a tough spending review next spring that will include a "line by line" review of every item of spending.

by: Brian Stokes

Sinn Fein leader is 'very actively pursuing' trying to form a government in a bid to topple Ireland's ruling coalition after 'incredible performance' in Irish election - as ...

Mary Lou McDonald made it clear she wanted to engage with other parties about the 'possibilities of government' as Ireland's ruling coalition of centre-right parties closed in on victory.

by: Brian Stokes

Keir Starmer has shown he is ruthless and dislikes being challenged

Jason Beattie says that following Louise Haigh's resignation, Cabinet ministers will have noted Prime Minister Keir Starmer's reluctance to back a colleague in difficulty

by: Brian Stokes

Election 2024: Five things we learned from the first day of the counts

Those numbers won't be finalised until the last counts finish. But the outcome of the election is already clear. The Greens may not actually lose all their seats; there are hopes that they might cling on to one.

by: Brian Stokes

So how did Trudeau and Trump's dinner meeting go? Here's what we know

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau travelled to Palm Beach, Fla., to meet with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump on Friday night.

by: Brian Stokes

Donald Trump wants tax cuts and more in first 100 days

Trump's first term became defined by those tax cuts, which were approved by Republicans in Congress and signed into law only after their initial campaign promise to "repeal and replace" Democratic President Barack Obama's health care law sputtered, failing with the famous thumbs-down vote by then-Sen. John McCain.

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Jeffrey Goldberg: Can People Working At Cabinet Departments "Thwart" What Trump's Nominees Want To Do?

President-elect Donald Trump and his allies have plans to overhaul the federal government after winning the popular vote, but his victory was far from overwhelming. How will Americans react to Trump's changes?

by: Brian Stokes

Sinn Fein actively pursuing route into government, insists leader McDonald

Outgoing coalition partners Fianna Fail and Fine Gael, however, claim they are well placed to return to power following Ireland's General Election.

by: Brian Stokes

It looks like the latest form of protest, and Lidia Thorpe is its master

Is taking offence the new form of protest? If so, then Senator Lidia Thorpe, the Green-turned-independent whose disruptions of parliament have become commonplace, could teach a masterclass in it. Under Thorpe's model, the more performative the offence-taking, the better the protest.

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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

by: Brian Stokes

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.

by: Brian Stokes

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.

by: Brian Stokes

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.

by: Brian Stokes

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.

by: Brian Stokes

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.

by: Brian Stokes

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.

GENEVA IN 1899: The local election of 1899, Part 2

The Geneva Daily Times, then as now, framed the 1899 local election as a horse race. "More wagers have been placed on the result in this city than has been

The article from the Finger Lakes Times discusses the local election of 1899 in Geneva, New York, focusing on the political atmosphere and key figures involved. It describes how the election was marked by intense competition between the Republican and Democratic parties, with significant attention on the mayoral race. The incumbent, Mayor Charles H. Fitch, a Republican, was challenged by Democrat John F. Rider. The piece highlights the strategies employed by both parties, including public speeches, parades, and the influence of local newspapers. Additionally, it touches on the broader political issues of the time, such as patronage, public works, and the role of local businesses in swaying voter opinion. The election was not just about local governance but also reflected national political trends and tensions of the era.

Read the Full Finger Lakes Times Article at:
https://www.fltimes.com/news/geneva-in-1899-the-local-election-of-1899-part-2/article_8581bbf0-acef-11ef-b19a-8f793de0be56.html


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