Tue, December 10, 2024

by: Mother Jones

Here's Trillions in Federal Waste the DOGE Bros Could Actually Target

DOGE's supposed goal is to identify $2 trillion in savings and reduce the size of government—and the deficit—by slashing federal waste and redundancy. (It's been tried before, with limited success.) Based on their activities and statements,

by: Daily Record

SNP Government urges Scots councils to end row over teacher numbers and accept Budget cash

EXCLUSIVE: SNP ministers have previously been accused of issuing "blunt threats" and treating councils "like dirt" in the row over how education funding is spent.

by: Daily Express

I'm a business leader and Keir Starmer keeps getting basic realities wrong

Keir Starmer hoped to reset the economy but I can tell you for a fact that people who would be valuable to the UK are being massively put off.

by: Daily Express

Britain follows Germany and Sweden suspending asylum claims from Syrians

The Home Office has followed France, Germany, Sweden and Austria in pausing decisions while it "monitors" the situation.

by: Slate

I Have a Suggestion for What the DOGE Guys Could Actually Do to Cut Government Spending

This spending—disguised as deductions, exemptions, and tax credits—tends to favor the wealthy in ways that would likely never be approved if proposed as direct subsidies, obscures the government's size and impact, and impedes our ability to tackle government spending. Let me explain.

by: Rolling Stone

Will Democrats Let the GOP Gut Trans Health Care?

Donald Trump and Republicans may try to ban funding to companies that perform trans health care. Some fear Democrats won't stop them.

by: Charlotte Observer

Under the Dome: Courts asked to intervene in voter challenges; veto override uncertain

Meanwhile, the North Carolina Democratic Party on Friday filed a federal lawsuit asking the court to block the GOP's voter challenge, arguing that federal law prohibits disqualifying voters en masse after an election, reports Kyle Ingram.

by: Los Angeles Times

Column: Trump promised he won't cut Social Security. Should you trust him?

Trump has promised that 'we're not touching' Social Security benefits, but will he keep that promise? Does he even want to?

by: Fox Business

Healthcare is expensive and frustrating; government involvement is a big driver

Americans' frustrations with the U.S. health insurance industry are on the rise, and the loads of regulations implemented through Obamacare are largely to blame, one expert says.

by: London Evening Standard

Birmingham City Council and unions agree 'historic outcome' to equal pay claim

Council leader John Cotton said the agreement would mark the start of a new era of productive and progressive industrial relations in the city.

by: Cambrian News

'Extreme anxiety, anger and distress' over fuel poverty

The older people's commissioner for Wales called for funding to alleviate the impact of winter fuel payment cuts amid "extreme anxiety, anger and distress" over fuel poverty.

by: The Nation

The Courts, Trump, and Us: A Q&A With David Cole

Last time, the courts were an essential checking force on the Trump administration. This time around, they seem much less promising.

by: legit

2027 Presidency: Atiku Replies Tinubu's Government

Atiku Abubakar, former vice president, has fired the call to allow President Bola Tinubu return to power in 2027, raising two questions about Tinubu's second term.

by: Alabama Public Radio

How Kash Patel has used children's books and podcasts to promote conspiracy theories

by: briefly

Gwede Mantashe Says No Political Party Can Collapse the Government of National Unity

The African National Congress's chairperson, Gwede Mantashe, said that the Government of National Unity does not rely on the Democratic Alliance to survive.

by: Telangana Today

Former MEA and Karnataka Chief Minister S M Krishna passes away at 92

The 92-year-old veteran politician was ailing for quite some time, a family source said. "S M Krishna is no more. He breathed his last at 2:45 am at his residence. Mortal remains are likely to be taken to Maddur today,

by: Mail & Guardian

ANC won't recall SACP ministers over decision to contest 2026 local government elections

The ANC says it will not remove ministers of the South African Communist Party ( SACP) from the cabinet despite its alliance partner's decision to contest the 2026 local government elections alone.

by: Couriermail

'Day late and a dollar short': Coalition slams anti-Semitism taskforce

The Albanese government's anti-Semitism taskforce is "a day late and a dollar short", opposition home affairs spokesman James Paterson has said.

by: The Independent

Rachel Reeves warns ministers of cuts as 'every pound' of government spending to face review

In letters sent by Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones, departments will be told 'difficult' spending decisions will be required.

by: Firstpost

The life and legacy of SM Krishna, who built 'Brand Bengaluru'

Former Karnataka Chief Minister SM Krishna passed away at his residence early Tuesday (December 10) morning. The 92-year-old is recognised for having transformed Bengaluru into India's Silicon Valley

by: MSN

Russia is protecting Syria's former strongman. But it's also talking to the rebels who ousted him

Assad's regime is a blow to Russia, which has supported him for the last decade. But political analysts say the Russians may find a way to work with the rebel forces that unseated the Syrian dictator.

by: RTE Online

Formal government formation talks to begin between FF and FG

Formal discussions between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to draw up a new Programme for Government will get under way this evening.

by: MSN

In counter to AAP's 'jhukega nahi', BJP drops Pushpa-style poster featuring Delhi unit chief

BJP Monday shared poster of Delhi unit president Virendraa Sachdeva sitting on a chair in Pushpa-style. The poster had the tagline 'Bhrashtachariyon ko khatam karenge, rappa rappa'.

by: The Independent

Reeves warns ministers of cuts as 'every pound' of government spending to face review

In letters sent by Chief Secretary to the Treasury Darren Jones, departments will be told 'difficult' spending decisions will be required

by: Rolling Stone

Trump's Biggest Lies From His 'Meet the Press' Interview

President-elect Trump spread falsehoods about immigrants, Obamacare and the 2020 election during his 'Meet the Press' interview.

by: The Press of Atlantic City

NJ Transit CEO stepping down

The move comes months after a series of high-profile rail service disruptions and cancellations led to widespread anger among commuters.

by: MSN

PA congressman reveals new details about suspect's arrest

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by: Hindustan Times

SM Krishna: Man who played key role in transforming Bengaluru into global IT hub

Krishna served as Karnataka's chief minister from 1999 to 2004 and as India's external affairs minister, in his six-decade long political career

by: Hindustan Times

SM Krishna, former Karnataka CM and Maharashtra governor, dies at 92

SM Krishna was the chief minister of Karnataka from 1999 to 2004 and the governor of Maharashtra from 2004 to 2008.

by: RTE Online

Formal government formation talks to begin between FG and FF

Formal discussions between Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to draw up a new programme for government will get under way this evening.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Albanese, in a yarmulke, is all but swallowed in an election-like scrum

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has visited the burnt-out remains of Adass Israel, surrounded by a scrum of media and congregants.

by: MSN

'Remarkable leader, prolific reader and thinker': PM Modi pays tribute to former Karnataka CM SM Krishna

Former Karnataka chief minister SM Krishna passed away at 92, prompting tributes from Prime Minister Modi and CM Siddaramaiah. PM Modi recalled cherished interactions with SM Krishna, highlighting his remarkable leadership and focus on improving lives.

by: Cyprus Mail

Netanyahu to take the stand in his corruption trial for the first time

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel is set to take the stand on Tuesday for the first time in his long-running corruption trial under a court order that is likely to force him to juggle between the courtroom and war room for weeks.

by: This Day

Ghana: John Mahama's Return

And now in Ghana, over the weekend, former President John Dramani Mahama has been overwhelmingly re-elected as President for another term of four years. The people of Ghana looked back and looked into the future and concluded that Mahama is best suited to take them into the future.

by: LocalSYR

Here's how the US is countering the Islamic State group during Syria's upheaval

Massive U.S. airstrikes on Islamic State militants in Syria were meant in part as a message to the group and a move to ensure that it doesn't try to take advantage of the

by: MSN

Map Shows China's Suspected Spy Bases in Cuba

A Washington, D.C.-based think tank has again raised concerns that the U.S. rival could be privy to Cuban electronic eavesdropping operations.

by: Fox News

Heritage report offers roadmap to defeat Tren de Aragua, the mega-gang taking over US cities

New report a starting point to understand the Tren de Aragua organization that was "honed and perfected inside Venezuelan prison walls then exported throughout the Western Hemisphere."

by: MSN

After second meeting with Hegseth, Ernst hints at whether she will or won't support confirmation

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by: MSN

Trump selects Mark Paoletta as general counsel of the office of management and budget

Donald Trump has appointed Mark Paoletta as general counsel to the Office of Management and Budget for his prospective second term. Paoletta, a former White House official and lawyer, will focus on cutting government spending and advancing Trump's agenda,

by: MSN

DOGE is exposing the hypocrisy of some of the government's harshest critics

But as it turns out, these critics don't really mind any of those things, as long as they're the ones in charge. The latest example of this turnabout is billionaire Silicon Valley investor Marc Andreessen.

by: Firstpost

What is the corruption case in which Israel's Benjamin Netanyahu will testify for the first time?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to take to the witness stand on Tuesday (December 10) for the first time in his long-running corruption trial. The 75-year-old was indicted in 2019 on three charges of fraud,

by: CNN

US charges two former Syrian officials for allegedly torturing Americans and Syrian nationals

Two former high-ranking Syrian intelligence officials have been charged with war crimes for allegedly torturing Americans and other civilians who were deemed enemies by the Syrian government and held in a military prison,

by: Newsweek

Prince William's Body Language With Donald Trump Goes Viral

Prince William's reaction to meeting Donald Trump was caught on camera leaving some feeling he "turned into a fanboy."

by: MSN

UN Security Council appears united on Syria, say diplomats

United Nations Security Council members will work on a statement on Syria in the coming days, U.S. and Russian diplomats said on Monday, after a closed-door meeting over the rebel seizure of the capital Damascus and ousting of President Bashar al-Assad.

by: timesnownews

Who Was SM Krishna? Former Karnataka CM Passes Away After Prolonged Illness

Born in Somanahalli in Karnataka's Mandya district on May 1, 1932, Krishna also served as the External Affairs Minister and the Governor of Maharashtra., India News News - Times Now

by: MSN

DICT: Low salary discourages cybersecurity experts from joining gov't

The government is in urgent need of cybersecurity experts, but due to low salaries, only a few are applying for these positions, an official from the Department of Information and Communications Technology (DICT) said on Monday.

by: Hindustan Times

SM Krishna passes away: The veteran's political career, legacy, and 'Brand Bengaluru'

SM Krishna, who had been with the Congress for more than 45 years, quit the grand old party and joined the Bharatiya Janata Party in 2017.

by: MSN

Liberal frontbencher Paul Fletcher to retire from politics

Fletcher will step down following next year's federal election after announcing he has no plans to run again.

[Column] Korea at the crossroads of democracy and dictatorship

Do we tread toward dictatorship or protect democracy? Describing the martial law declaration on the night of Dec. 3 as a "disturbance," a "farce" or a "happening" is not only indicative of an incredibly complacent attitude,

The article "Korea at the Crossroads of Democracy and Dictatorship" discusses the current political climate in South Korea, highlighting the tension between its democratic principles and the lingering influences of past authoritarian regimes. It examines how recent political scandals, including allegations of corruption and power abuse, have tested the resilience of South Korea's democracy. The piece reflects on the historical context of South Korea's transition from military rule to democracy, pointing out that despite significant progress, there are still elements within the political system that echo the authoritarian past. It also touches on public sentiment, where there is a growing disillusionment with political leaders, and a call for stronger democratic institutions to prevent backsliding into dictatorial practices. The article underscores the importance of civil society, media freedom, and judicial independence in safeguarding democracy, while also noting the challenges posed by external pressures like North Korean threats and internal economic disparities.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/column-korea-at-the-crossroads-of-democracy-and-dictatorship/ar-AA1vAd7c