• Wed, December 4, 2024

by: Brian Stokes

MAGA Mike Johnson ready to "axe" PBS and Planned Parenthood

Healthcare for women without discrimination and Sesame Street are both on the chopping block as MAGA Mike prepares his axe for the next Congress. During a Fox News interview, Speaker of the House, MAGA Mike Johnson,

by: Brian Stokes

Zulu King Misuzulu kaZwelithini orders audit into Ingonyama Trust and its board

South Africans need to be in the know if we want to create a prosperous future. News24 has kept the country informed for 25 years, and we're about to enter a new chapter of fearless journalism. Join our free subscription trial to unlock this story and a ...

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Maharashtra politics: Why Eknath Shinde is bargaining hard with the BJP

The Shiv Sena chief is still insisting on the powerful home portfolio, in addition to at least 12 ministerial berths for the Sena

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What to know about South Korea's short-lived and chaotic period of martial law

South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol faced parliamentary moves to impeach him after he sent heavily armed forces into Seoul's streets with his baffling and sudden declaration of martial law that harkened to the country's past dictatorships.

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Federal government proposes 19,112 square mile protected zone for endangered lynx

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service wants to take action to protect the threatened Canada lynx population in the continental United States. The Service proposed changes to its current critical habitat designation that would cover 19,

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UN Security Council and the Russian-Iranian Dispute

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South Sudan peace talks resume after 4 months and the sacking of a government delegation

After four months and the sacking of a government delegation, the stalled South Sudan peace talks resumed Wednesday in Kenya, the latest effort to end the conflict that has long crippled the African country's economy.

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GOP caught between immigration and tax cuts for early 2025 priorities

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Many Australians do not like the way politics is reported. Here's how it can improve

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Vivek Ramaswamy once called Musk a 'circus monkey.' Now they're coworkers and friends

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Sam Fox, entrepreneur, megadonor and U.S. ambassador, dies at 95

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Mike Benz: At Core Of Censorship Industry Is The Lie That Public "Faith And Confidence" In Institutions Is A National Security Issue

"Foundation For Freedom Online" founder Mike Benz discusses Arizona State University's federally funded "multi-million dollar censorship center" researching disinformation online during an appearance on the Joe Rogan podcast.

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Elections office greets auditors with 'day-old' doughnuts and lawsuit threats

Glen Gilzean's staff members had piles of bank statements waiting in the lobby of the elections office Wednesday, along with a box of Wal-Mart doughnuts baked on the same day Gilzean emailed the statements to auditors: Monday,

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French PM Michel Barnier's government loses confidence vote

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government has lost a confidence vote in the National Assembly, deepening a political crisis and raising questions about the country's budget for next year. A total of 331 legislators in France's 577-seat lower house of parliament on Wednesday voted to remove Barnier's centrist minority government,

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Trump nominates MAGA loyalist Peter Navarro as Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing

On Wednesday, president-elect Donald Trump announced that he has nominated his former aid Peter Navarro to be Counselor for Trade and Manufacturing.

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France politics LIVE: Barnier's government collapses after vote of no confidence defeat

France's Prime Minister Michel Barnier lost the vote of no-confidence after trying to pass a controversial budget.

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Survey: List of top trusted leaders in Kenya and their ratings

Awards has named the most trusted leaders in the country with Ndindi Nyoro topping the list of MPs and Rebecca Miano leading the CSs list.

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Who is President Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife Kim Keon-hee, the political couple mired in scandal?

Who is President Yoon Suk Yeol and his wife Kim Keon-hee, the political couple mired in scandal? - The President and his wife have been at the centre of a series of scandals prior to last night's atte

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Jeff Bezos says he is 'optimistic' about a new Trump term and can help with cutting regulations

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos said Wednesday he is "optimistic" about President-elect Donald Trump's second term and expressed some excitement about potential regulatory cutbacks in the coming years.

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France plunges into political crisis as Barnier's government ousted

French Prime Minister Michel Barnier's three-month-old minority government was toppled on Wednesday evening in a no-confidence motion supported by left-wing and far-right lawmakers. The collapse, which was precipitated by a fight over Barnier's austerity budget,

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After Hunter's Pardon, Joe Biden Should Support De-Weaponizing Government Power

It's good to know that people who are usually political foes can agree on at least one important point: The authority of the federal government has been corruptly misused for partisan purposes. After years of arguing over the weaponization of the FBI and the biases of long-serving government officials,

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'We do need to harvest': Alberta government expands cougar hunting areas, quotas

The Alberta government has created six new areas where cougar hunting is allowed, including inside a provincial park.

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Weirton holds swearing-in ceremony for the new city officials

We're nearly a month removed from the November election, and tonight Weirton welcomed in their newest city officials with an official swearing-in ceremony. The new mayor and councilmembers from all 7 wards were on hand for the event.

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Politics Thursday: Ginny Andersen and Mike Butterick talk scrutiny week, benefits and public sector Christmas parties

Also, some government departments aren't holding Christmas parties ... Labour's police spokesperson Ginny Andersen and National's Wairarapa MP Mike Butterick joined Nick Mills for Politics Thursday.

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France's Prime Minister Loses No-Confidence Vote and Is Expected to Resign

Prime Minister Michel Barnier will most likely remain as a caretaker until a replacement is named. But the vote could create a wider opening for the far right.

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UK politics live: Reeves refuses to rule out new tax rises and rail nationalisation plan unveiled

The government has announced South Western Railway's services will be the first to transfer into public ownership next year, with ministers saying the move paved the way for a "major shake-up" of Britain's railways.

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Trump picks Billy Long to head IRS, Kelly Loeffler to lead SBA in latest nominations

President-elect Trump announced Wednesday he is nominating former Sen. Kelly Loeffler and former Rep. Billy Long to head the Small Business Administration and IRS, respectively.

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Trump and the GOP will have a historically tiny House majority. What that means.

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5 Takeaways From the 2024 DealBook Summit

Trumponomics, inflation, artificial intelligence, the changing media landscape, and the Elon Musk effect — these were the big themes covered at the annual event.

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Keir Starmer pledges 13,000 more police on streets in major plan with vows on NHS and schools

Keir Starmer will promise 13,000 extra neighbourhood policing officers, PCSOs and special constables in England and Wales by next election as part of a major speech

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What next for South Korea after night of political drama and turmoil

South Koreans expressed anger and confusion on Wednesday after President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law only to lift the order hours later.

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With the US caught off guard, Kim Jong Un may be about to capitalize on South Korea's turmoil

Kim Jong Un, North Korea's emboldened leader, is likely watching the events in South Korea closely and may use the turmoil to his benefit. "We know that North Korea likes to lampoon South Korea's democratic system whenever there is tumult in Seoul,

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LAPD Chief Prepares to Protect Immigrants Ahead of Trump Deportation Plans

The LAPD is working with consulate offices for Mexico and other Central American countries to draft a plan to protect immigrants.

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Micheal Martin says he has been given a mandate to form a government

Fianna Fail leader Micheal Martin said he had been given a mandate by his party to enter into negotiations with others to form a government. Fianna Fail was the clear winner of the election, securing 48 of the Dail parliament's 174 seats,

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French government toppled in no-confidence vote deepening crisis

French opposition lawmakers brought the government down on December 4, throwing the European Union's second-biggest economic power deeper into a political crisis that threatens its capacity to legislate and rein in a massive budget deficit.

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French govt collapses as PM Barnier loses no-confidence vote in Parliament

France's far-right and left-wing lawmakers joined together Wednesday in a historic no-confidence vote prompted by budget disputes that forces Prime Minister Michel Barnier and his Cabinet members to resign,

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Trump names Billy Long as IRS head

President-elect Trump said he would nominate former Rep. Billy Long (R-Mo.) to serve as the commissioner of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) in a Wednesday post on Truth Social. "I am pleased to announce that former Congressman Billy Long,

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Starmer's 'plan for change' - what is it for and why now?

After five months in power, even the most loyal cabinet members would quietly admit it's been a rocky run for Sir Keir Starmer and Labour.

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French government felled in no-confidence vote, deepening political crisis

French lawmakers passed a no-confidence vote against the government on Wednesday, throwing the European Union's second-biggest economic power deeper into a crisis that threatens its capacity to legislate and tame a massive budget deficit.

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When Trump Threatens, Canada and Mexico Go Their Own Way

A week before Donald Trump fired off yet another tariff threat on his neighbors, Justin Trudeau and Claudia Sheinbaum had a chance to confer in person about how to tackle that very scenario. Would they join forces against their errant trading partner or was it going to be a case of every person for themselves?

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Barnier govt on chopping block: 'Very surprising alliance between left-wing coalition and far right'

France's government is facing no-confidence votes that could spell the end of the administration of Prime Minister Michel Barnier. For deeper insight and perspective, as France plunges into uncharted waters of political chaos,

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Trump transition live updates: Pete Hegseth meets with Republican senators amid drinking allegations

Follow the latest on Trump's transition as his pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, comes under scrutiny for sexual assault and workplace misconduct allegations.

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Johnson says he'd 'like to' axe PBS and Planned Parenthood

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) said on Wednesday he'd like to cut government spending for PBS and for Planned Parenthood, but he noted he might face some push back from Congress first. "I would like to.

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Trump taps team geared toward retribution and remaking of government

Less than a month after his victory, President-elect Donald Trump has assembled a team ready to carry out two of his biggest priorities: retribution against his political adversaries and a wholesale reshaping of the U.

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Sir Keir Starmer to unveil 'plan for change' - what is it and why now?

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Trump announces picks for Army secretary, trade adviser, hostage envoy, NASA administrator and more

President-elect Donald Trump announced several new additions to his incoming administration on Wednesday, including his selections for Army secretary and NASA adminstrator.

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Column: GOP and Musk unveil a threat to Social Security

Rep. Mike Lee and Elon Musk put their heads together to craft an attack on Social Security utterly devoid of truth.

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Elon Musk wants to abolish daylight savings time, and it might actually be a good idea

After 58 years of springing forward and falling back, evidence is mounting that it's bad for our bodies, reports Io Dodds

Elon Musk wants to abolish daylight savings time, and it might actually be a good idea

After 58 years of springing forward and falling back, evidence is mounting that it's bad for our bodies, reports Io Dodds
Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has expressed his support for ending Daylight Saving Time (DST) in the United States, a practice where clocks are adjusted forward by one hour during warmer months to extend evening daylight. Musk's stance was highlighted in a recent social media post where he questioned the logic behind DST, suggesting it's an outdated practice. His comments align with a broader debate in the U.S., where several states have considered legislation to either make DST permanent or abolish it altogether. Despite the push from figures like Musk, the U.S. Congress has yet to pass significant changes to the current system, which sees clocks "fall back" in November and "spring forward" in March. The article also touches on the health and economic arguments both for and against DST, with Musk's influence potentially adding momentum to the discussion.

Read the Full The Independent Article at:
https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/elon-musk-daylight-savings-time-b2659000.html


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