Tue, December 10, 2024

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: Richmond

In tearful meeting, City Council bids 3 members farewell

At City Council's last full meeting in 2024, the body honored its three outgoing members — Andreas Addison, Ann-Frances Lambert and Kristen Nye.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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,

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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?

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: Alabama Public Radio

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

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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,

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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'.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: MSN

PA congressman reveals new details about suspect's arrest

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[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: 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."

[ Tue, Dec 10th 2024 ]: MSN

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

Mon, December 9, 2024

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: MSN

Where Is JD Vance? And Does Anyone Seem To Care?

According to recent reports, JD Vance, Donald Trump's running mate in the 2024 election, has seemingly disappeared from public... The post Where Is JD Vance? And Does Anyone Seem To Care? appeared first on The Queen Zone.

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: 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."

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: 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

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 09th 2024 ]: 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.

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,

S.M. Krishna, a former External Affairs Minister of India and ex-Chief Minister of Karnataka, passed away at the age of 92 in Bengaluru on January 1, 2024. He had been admitted to the hospital for a brief illness. Krishna was known for his significant contributions to both state and national politics, having served as the Governor of Maharashtra, and was a key figure in the Congress party before joining the BJP in 2017. His political career was marked by his tenure as Karnataka's Chief Minister from 1999 to 2004, where he was noted for his administrative skills and development initiatives. His death was mourned by political leaders across parties, who remembered him for his affable nature, political acumen, and contributions to India's foreign policy, particularly his role in strengthening ties with the United States.

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