Thu, December 5, 2024

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Newsroom

Raw Politics: Throwing in the towel on climate and the foreshore

This week on the Raw Politics podcast: what voters want on climate change policy, will ministers ditch the foreshore repeal, plus Ayesha Verrall's faux pas

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Daily Record

Scottish Budget 2024 RECAP as SNP Government confirms it will lift two-child cap

The Scottish Government faces tough spending decisions to fix struggling public services despite an increase in funding from Westminster.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Sacramento Bee

Lt. Gov. Kounalakis wins bid to avoid deposition in Fresno State retaliation lawsuit

A Los Angeles County Superior Court judge granted a motion for a protective order on Wednesday that prevents Lt. Gov. Eleni Kounalakis from being deposed in a harassment and retaliation lawsuit brought by a Fresno State employee.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: The Australian Financial Review

How the US and China are partnering (reluctantly) to save the world

Computer scientists from the two superpowers are defying political bickering, and working together to set global ground rules to keep artificial intelligence within human control.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Miami Herald

Ambitions, bills and grudges: Reasons DeSantis for defense secretary may never happen

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: CNAS

New CNAS Report "Stress-Testing State Power: When Governors and Presidents Diverge on Matters of National Security"

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Virginia Mercury

Will Trump and Republicans quash the FBI headquarters move to Maryland, pivot to Virginia instead?

The decade-long endeavor to move the Federal Bureau of Investigation out of its crumbling headquarters in downtown Washington, D.C., and into a new facility outside the city could face roadblocks next year.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Seeking Alpha

Fall Of French Government Does Not Roil The Markets And A BOJ Dove Does Not Rule Out Rate Hike This Month

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: KGOU

Hegseth fights to keep Defense nomination. And, police search for gunman who shot CEO

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: ThePrint

Patience, loyalty to party and strategic acumen pay off for Fadnavis as he returns as CM

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Mediaite

Democratic Rep Says Musk and Ramaswamy's 'DOGE' Agency is 'Unconstitutional and Illegal'

Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-CA) scoffed at the proposed "Department of Government Efficiency," or "DOGE" that Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are supposed to head up in the incoming second administration for President-elect Donald Trump,

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Firstpost

Is Bangladesh inching closer to Pakistan? Should India be concerned?

Bangladesh has removed the rule that requires Pakistanis to secure a 'no objection clearance' to get a visa to travel there. This is the latest instance of the interim government in Dhaka cosying up to Islamabad.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Deccan Herald

Maharashtra government will fulfil pre-poll promise of hiking Ladki Bahin stipend to Rs 2,100: Fadnavis

Addressing his maiden press conference after taking over as CM in the evening, he said he will provide a stable government over the next five years and the state under his leadership will see politics of change and not revenge.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: USA Today

Joni Ernst silent on whether Pete Hegseth would have her vote for US defense secretary

U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst, who is a military veteran, said she had a "thorough" conversation with defense secretary nominee Pete Hegseth.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Detroit News

UAW's Fain warns Michigan lawmakers not to change minimum wage, paid sick leave laws

Shawn Fain's letter to lawmakers outlined the UAW's wish list and the union's opposition to changes to minimum wage and paid sick leave laws.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Reuters

A look back at the notable deaths of 2024

Below is a compilation of some of the most notable deaths of global figures from the worlds of showbusiness, politics, sports and art in 2024.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Starmer seeks to relaunch his Government with a "plan for change": "People are tired of being promised the world and solutions that are like band-aids"

The advantage over the Conservative Party that allowed him to achieve a wide majority in July has completely vanished: polls show a virtual tie at 27% of popular support for the two major parties. Prime Minister Keir Starmer is trying to relaunch his government with the momentum of the so-called "plan for change".

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Michigan Senator Debbie Stabenow Bids Farewell: A Legacy of Service, Unity, and Hope

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: The Independent

Why is the Legacy Act being abolished and what does it mean for Northern Ireland?

Hilary Benn is scrapping a brand new law. Sean O'Grady explains why, and looks at what it could mean for UK and Ireland relations

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Trump has disturbing plans for Canada and no one is happy

His second term hasn't even started, and Trump is already embarrassing the United States before other national leaders. The president-elect reportedly told Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, that the entire sovereign nation should consider becoming the 51st state.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

St. Mary's County Commissioners Review Transit, Parks, and Grants

The Commissioners of St. Mary's County (CSMC) commenced their December meetings with a joint session alongside Captain Doug Burfield, Commanding Officer of Naval Air Station Patuxent River (NAS PAX),

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Is Russia able to fight in both Ukraine and Syria?

Due to the war against Ukraine, Russia is unable to easily step up its support for Syrian dictator Bashar Assad. Yet Moscow will not abandon Assad either, as Syria is too important to the Kremlin.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

At least six Ukrainian mayors and heads of settlements remain in Russian captivity - Zelenskyy

At least six Ukrainian mayors and hromada heads are currently held captive by Russia. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has urged the international community to make every effort to free those in captivity.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Political crises in France and Germany spell more trouble for Europe's ailing economy - analysis

Government collapses in Berlin and now Paris will hamper efforts to address Europe's burgeoning deficits and spluttering competitiveness. View on euronews

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Musk, Ramaswamy visit Capitol Hill to discuss Trump's DOGE vision for cutting government waste

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy are expected to visit Capitol Hill Thursday morning to meet with Republican lawmakers in both chambers of Congress.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

French Government Collapses After No Confidence Vote

Capping off a week of extraordinary international events, the government of French Prime Minister Michel Barnier collapsed Wednesday afternoon in a vote of no confidence from a broad-based opposition coalition of parties on both the left and right.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Barnier ousted: what does France's latest political crisis mean for Macron and the country?

Barnier ousted: what does France's latest political crisis mean for Macron and the country? - Prime minister Michel Barnier's government has lost an historic no-confidence vote - what comes next?

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Op-ed: If Trump reverses TikTok ban, donors win and U.S. national security loses

If President Trump reverses the TikTok ban passed by Congress and signed by Biden, he's siding with corporate influence and risking our national security.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Namibia's president-elect pledges 'radical shifts' on poverty and unemployment

Namibia's President-elect Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah pledged "radical shifts" to fix the country's high levels of poverty and unemployment, speaking on Thursday in her first press conference since winning last week's election.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Kim and Xi Propaganda Warning Amid South Korea Turmoil

President Yoon dismissed his defense minister as an expert warns turmoil in South Korea could fuel propaganda from North Korea and China.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

Joy Achungo: Meet fearless Maseno student leader playing oversight role in politics and leadership

Joy Achungo, a fourth-year education student at Maseno University, is redefining leadership through her advocacy for integrity and transparency in governance.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

U.S. Reacts Strongly to South Korea's Martial Law, Calls It 'Illegitimate' and 'Badly Misjudged'

Kurt Campbell criticized South Korea's emergency declaration, calling it "badly misjudged" and raising concerns about its legitimacy.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Government floats new deficit measure, Labour accuses National of 'shifting the goalposts'

Had the change been implemented in the last fiscal year, the deficit would have been much smaller. ACC alone contributed $4.1b to the OBEGAL deficit - a third of the total.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Politician dragged out of his office and beaten by police who 'knocked him out'

Riot police have unleashed water cannons and tear gas to disperse the demonstrators, who threw fireworks at police officers and built barricades on the Georgian capital's centra

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

'Disappointed and frustrated': Mike Kelly blasts Labor after UN Palestine vote

Former Labor minister Mike Kelly has expressed his disappointment and frustration with the Albanese government's handling of the Middle East conflict.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Albanese government faces real likelihood of being 'tipped' at next election

Sky News host Paul Murray examines betting markets and what they say about Labor's chances in the upcoming federal election.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Benn: British government taking first steps to repeal and replace Troubles legacy Act

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[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

NCCK chair explains public criticism of government, says private efforts were ignored

NCCK chairperson Elias Otieno Agola has explained the motive behind their recent public criticism of the government by the church despite political backlash.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

After No-Confidence Vote, France Faces Tumult and Uncertainty

The government of French President Emmanuel Macron collapsed Wednesday after losing a no-confidence vote. The outcome brings the country one step closer to a far-right government — the one thing President Macron has sought to avoid at all costs.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

French government dismissed: Why and what will happen next

The French Parliament has passed a vote of no confidence in Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government. The ministers have been dismissed, Le Figaro reports. A total of 331 members of the National Assembly (the lower house of parliament) voted in favor of the vote of no confidence.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

South Korea In Turmoil After President Yoon's Failed Martial Law Declaration And Protests

South Korea descended into turmoil after President Yoon Suk Yeol's brief attempt to impose martial law. Military personnel were seen storming the National Assembly, breaking windows to enter, while tanks and armored vehicles were deployed across Seoul.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

French lawmakers vote to oust prime minister in the first successful no-confidence vote since 1962

The French government is barreling toward a collapse that would plunge the country into political chaos and could have economic ripple effects in Europe.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Turkey and Israel are reaping rewards from the chaos in Syria

The rebel offensive was launched the same day the ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel took effect. The timing was no doubt linked to the weakened state of Hezbollah, which played a critical role in helping the Syrian government gain the upper hand against armed insurgents following the eruption of the civil war in Syria in 2011.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

What has happened in South Korea and what does martial law have to do with it?

South Korea is reeling after a whiplash eight hours during which the country's embattled president declared martial law but was forced to lift it amid widespread condemnation, throwing the country's political landscape into chaos and uncertainty.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

No-confidence vote expected to apply coup de grace for Barnier's government

France's far-right and left-wing forces are expected to join together on Wednesday to oust Prime Minister Michel Barnier's government in a historic no-confidence vote prompted by budget disputes. If the motion succeeds,

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Why Does France Have Both a President and a Prime Minister?

Why does France have a president and a prime minister at the same time? Explore how their roles differ within the French government to balance power.

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: Brian Stokes

Congressman-elect Sam Liccardo: priorities, plans and strategy for working with Republican-controlled Congress

San Jose's former mayor, Sam Liccardo, is set to take the congressional seat soon to be vacated by longtime Congresswoman Anna Eshoo in January. In a one-on-one interview with KTVU's Amber Lee, he talked about his priorities and plans. The Democrat said ...

[ Thu, Dec 05th 2024 ]: MSN

6 hours of anger, bravery and defiance in South Korea

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol shocked the nation in a televised address late Tuesday, declaring martial law and calling in troops to secure the National Assembly building where parliament sits.

How Lee Jae-myung and South Korean opposition rallied in defiance of martial law

When South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, lawmakers from the main opposition party raced special forces soldiers to the parliament building to hold a vote against the measures. N

The article from MSN discusses how Lee Jae-myung, the leader of South Korea's opposition Democratic Party, along with other opposition members, rallied in defiance of what they perceived as an attempt by the government to impose martial law. This tension arose after the government's decision to arrest Lee on charges of corruption, which many viewed as politically motivated. The opposition's rally was not just a protest against Lee's arrest but also against broader issues like the government's handling of media freedom, judicial independence, and democratic backsliding. The event highlighted significant political polarization in South Korea, with opposition supporters decrying the use of legal mechanisms to suppress political dissent. The rally was marked by calls for justice, democracy, and an end to what they described as authoritarian tendencies by the ruling party.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/how-lee-jae-myung-and-south-korean-opposition-rallied-in-defiance-of-martial-law/ar-AA1vjmMB