• Tue, December 10, 2024

by: 24/7 Wall St

What Trump's Win Means For Israel

Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 US presidential election means he is the first president to serve two non-consecutive terms since Grover Cleveland. Domestic economic concerns were the most important factor in his surprisingly decisive victory.

by: MSN

New Syria PM calls for 'stability and calm'

Syria's new transitional prime minister on Tuesday said it was time for "stability and calm" in the country, two days after longtime president Bashar al-Assad was toppled by rebels in a lightning offensive.

by: MSN

Syria's new transitional PM calls for stability and calm

Mohammed al-Bashir is tasked with governing until March by the Islamist-led rebels who ousted Bashar al-Assad.

by: MSN

District leaders and House Republicans agree on return of federal workers at hearing

At a congressional hearing on Tuesday, leaders of heavily Democratic D.C. and Republicans controlling a House committee did not see eye to eye on everything , b

by: MSN

'Seen and Unseen': Biden channels the 'Ghost of Christmas Past'

Fox News contributor Raymond Arroyo has the latest on a lawsuit against rapper Jay-Z and President Biden's speech at a Christmas tree lighting on 'The Ingraham Angle.'

by: MSN

Israel targets Syrian military bases and arsenals before new leaders can take them over

The Israeli military said it targeted Syrian antiaircraft batteries, missile depots, manufacturing facilities, drones, helicopters, fighter jets, tanks, hangars, radars and 15 naval vessels.
  • Wed, December 11, 2024

by: Sun Star

Tell it to SunStar: Demonic 'church meddling' in politics (Part 1)

By Reni M. Valenzuela Exorcize it. Outlaw the abhorrent "politicking" by churches, much less during elections, dear countrymen and leaders of the land. Fight it

by: Daily Record

Scots Tories accused of 'typical nasty politics' after demanding refugees pay for bus fares

People seeking asylum in Scotland are legally barred from working and are expected to live on as little as £1.36 a day.

by: India Today

Jagdeep Dhankhar a government spokesperson: Mallikarjun Kharge on no-trust move

Mallikarjun Kharge alleged that Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar's "fidelity" was towards the ruling BJP instead of the Constitution and constitutional tradition.

by: Fox 11 News

Top DOGE senator demands answers on plan to exhaust CHIPs Act funds before Trump arrives

Senate DOGE Caucus leader Joni Ernst of Iowa is sending letter to Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo about her recent comments outlining how CHIPs Act funds will be spent.

by: Fox 11 News

House set to challenge Biden green energy standards for washing machines with 'Liberty in Laundry' bill vote

The "Liberty in Laundry Act," introduced by Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., will seek to block the Biden administration's new energy standards for clothing washers.

by: Business Standard

Explained: What pushed INDIA bloc's no-confidence against Jagdeep Dhankhar?

The INDIA bloc has accused Rajya Sabha Chairperson Jagdeep Dhankhar of bias, citing his acceptance of BJP speeches linking Sonia Gandhi to George Soros while dismissing 11 opposition notices

by: USA Today

Syria and the ousting of Assad: is it good or bad for the United States?

The focus for the U.S.. after Assad's ouster, is on the historic moment for Syria. Left unsaid: the turmoil is potentially good news for the U.S. as well

by: Business Standard

Connection between Soros, Nehru-Gandhi family run deep, alleges BJP

The BJP levelled allegations saying that the Nehru-Gandhi family may have compromised India's strategic interests to benefit their extended family's financial and entrepreneurial ventures

by: CNN

Justice Department's storied Civil Rights Division will fight DEI under Trump

President-elect Donald Trump's Justice Department is preparing to go on the anti-"woke" offensive against diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives that have been a cause célèbre of the right, two sources familiar with the incoming administration's plans told CNN.

by: Fox 11 News

Protesters attempt to stop removal of hundreds of migrants from public-funded housing

Activists and elected officials gathered outside Gov. Kathy Hochul's office on Monday to protest the closure of two hotels housing hundreds of migrants in New York's capital region.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

A secret agent, the KGB and a 'witch-hunt': The ASIO raid that infuriated Australia's ex-spies

The decision by ASIO to raid a high profile former officer is unprecedented in the agency's recent history and has divided Australia's intelligence community.

by: Business Standard

Belagavi is and will be Karnataka's: Tejasvi Surya slams Aaditya Thackeray

Speaking to mediapersons, Surya stated that inflaming these kinds of passions is not good in the interest of both Maharashtra and Karnataka

by: CNN

Trump takeover of Washington begins as he holds court from Palm Beach

The epicenter of Donald Trump's transition is gradually shifting from south Florida to Washington, DC, to prepare for the president-elect's return to the country's seat of power, even as he prefers to bask in the afterglow of his electoral triumph from Mar-a-Lago.

by: Charlotte Observer

Under the Dome: Riggs wins in final recount of Supreme Court race, but challenges remain

The final count of votes in the race on Tuesday upheld Democratic incumbent Allison Riggs 's victory, reports Kyle Ingram. That means Griffin's protests, which the North Carolina Democratic Party has challenged in federal court, may be his only avail. If they're accepted, it could change the race's outcome.

by: The Independent

M?ori tribes make rare plea to King Charles for intervention in New Zealand politics

More than 80 MÄ?ori tribes have made an urgent plea to King Charles, accusing New Zealand's government of undermining Indigenous rights

by: MSN

"Bashar and Putin are the accomplices of this violence" judges Zelensky

Ukrainian President, Volodymyr Zelensky, said on Tuesday that Russian President, Vladimir Putin, would take revenge if the regime of deposed Syrian President, Bashar al-Assad, fell. The deposed former Syrian dictator fled the capital Damascus for Russia on Sunday with his family.

by: MSN

Elon Musk warns Republicans who don't align with Trump's agenda, will make a 'naughty and nice' list to monitor actions

Elon Musk has warned Republicans against standing in Donald Trump's way - or his. During his recent visit to Capitol Hill, Musk, along with Vivek Ramaswamy, issued a warning to Republicans who do not go along with their plans to slash spending as part of the president-elect's proposed Department of Government Efficiency.

by: MSN

India's democracy in danger, like Pak, Bangladesh and Lanka; public doubting poll process: Patole

Maharashtra Congress chief Nana Patole on Wednesday sought to compare India's democracy with that of Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka and claimed that it was in danger and being discussed at the glo

by: MSN

Syria's new leader calls for 'stability and calm' as Israel issues warning over regime aligning with Iran

Syrian rebels name new PM as Israel issues warning over regime aligning with Iran - Benjamin Netanyahu warned the new rulers in Syria not to follow the Assad regime by allowing Iran a foothold in the

by: MSN

Government misses deadline to seal cannabis possession records for thousands of Canadians

The government has missed a legislated deadline to fully implement a program that was pitched as a way to help Canadians with cannabis possession records avoid jumping through hoops to obtain formal pardons.

by: MSN

Georgian anti-government protests continue amid intensified police crackdown

Thousands have protested in Tbilisi against the suspension of EU accession talks. Police have used water cannons and tear gas, with violence also directed at journalists. View on euronews

by: MSN

More jobs and no 'nuisance taxes' - Ghanaians' great expectations

She told the BBC that Mahama would now be expected to fulfil his campaign promise to create jobs in order to bring down the unemployment rate of almost 15%, and to ease the cost-of-living crisis by scrapping some taxes - or what Ghanaians call "nuisance taxes".

by: MSN

The US is striking targets across Syria, and it isn't the only one dropping bombs in this uncertain moment

The US, Israeli, and Turkish militaries all hit targets in Syria over the past few days in service of their national security interests.

by: MSN

San Diego sheriff defies new policy to limit cooperation with immigration officials

The sheriff of the nation's fifth-largest county on Tuesday defied a new policy to limit cooperation with federal immigration authorities, setting up a showdown over a new obstacle to President-elect Donald Trump's mass deportation plans.

by: MSN

Government warned 'swift improvements' needed over blood scandal compensation

Sir Brian Langstaff has called for the Government to improve communication over compensation with those infected and affected by the contaminated blood scandal

by: MSN

Priyanka Gandhi Meets Palestine Envoy: Reaffirms Support for Freedom and Peace in Gaza

Priyanka Gandhi met with the Charge d'Affaires of the Palestine Embassy, Dr. Abed Elrazeg Abu Jazer at her residence.

by: MSN

Trump Aims to Slash Government Spending. What It Could Mean for Social Security.

Forty percent of older Americans rely solely on Social Security for their retirement income, according to a 2020 study by the National Institute on Retirement

by: MSN

Hundreds of arrests and mysterious beatings as Georgia cracks down on pro-EU protests

Seventy-five-year-old Marina Terishvili's teenage son Mamuka was shot dead at a nationalist rally in Georgia in 1992. Now her other son, Giorgi, has been arrested for his role in protests against perceived Russian influence in their homeland.

by: MSN

The left engaged in 'slimeball gutter politics' against 'warrior' Pete Hegseth

Newsweek Senior Editor-at-Large Josh Hammer claims the Democrats "fear" President-elect Donald Trump's Defence Secretary pick Pete Hegseth.

by: MSN

Albanese government has 'tilted against Israel'

Australia Israel and Jewish Affairs Council Colin Rubenstein says the Albanese government "cannot claim no responsibility" for the rise in antisemitism.

by: MSN

U.S. defense bill reaffirms troop levels and nuclear support for South Korea

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), jointly drafted by the United States Senate and House of Representatives ahead of Donald Trump's second-term inauguration in January, reaffirms commitments to maintaining the current level of U.

by: MSN

Rachel Reeves faces battle with unions over 'insulting' 2.8% pay rise proposal for teachers and nurses

Rachel Reeves faces battle with unions over 'insulting' 2.8% pay rise proposal for teachers and nurses - Public sector unions hit out at 'offensive' pay proposal, with some hinting at possible strike

by: MSN

Russia reports alleged drone attack and fire in Bryansk

Russian public media have reported that about 10 explosions have rung out in Bryansk Oblast, Russia, on the night of 10-11 December. Russian authorities have reported an attack by 10 drones on the oblast and a fire in the city of Bryansk.

by: MSN

Greenfield lawsuit and elections at the Kern County Board of Supervisors meeting

Greenfield lawsuit and elections at the Kern County Board of Supervisors meeting Outgoing Sen. Joe Manchin pushes constitutional amendment for Supreme Court term limits Why Are They Called 'Jeeps' And What Does The Name Stand For?

by: MSN

Financial, family, and political ties between city council and waste hauler receiving $4M

by: MSN

Confidence and trust in court system faltering, says Massachusetts SJC chief justice

Public trust and confidence in state and federal judicial systems is falling at an alarming rate, and it's an essential issue that must be addressed for court systems to operate at their best, the chief justice of Massachusetts' top court said.

by: MSN

Elon Musk's 'bold warning': The US Government workforce to face a major transformation under Trump 2.0

Elon Musk advocates shifting government employees to the private sector for increased productivity, aligning with the Trump administration's 'Save America' agenda and Project 2025. This initiative, involving figures like Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy,

by: MSN

County aims to further limit cooperation with immigration authorities, but sheriff pushes back

The county Board of Supervisors passed a resolution Tuesday that aims to completely restrict county agencies from cooperating with federal authorities on immigration enforcement. The vote comes weeks before President-elect Donald Trump,

by: MSN

Fianna Fail and Fine Gael ramp up Government formation talks - amid hunt for third coalition partner

It follows a meeting between chief negotiators for both parties on Tuesday evening. Fianna Fáil's deputy leader, Jack Chambers, met with Fine Gael's deputy leader, Helen McEntee, to discuss how the government formation talks will run.

by: MSN

William Ruto: Anybody opposing cattle vaccination is mad, unreasonable, and stupid

President William Ruto explained why his Kenya Kwanza administration was determined to vaccinate millions of livestock countrywide despite opposition.

by: MSN

Jonathan Turley: Susan Wild and other rotten Dems are in an ethical free fall

You must be wary of those seeking to use their influence and their expertise to wrongful ends." Those words were spoken at the George Washington Law School commencement ceremony two years ago by the recently defeated Rep.

by: MSN

Trump picks Kimberly Guilfoyle and Tom Barrack to be ambassadors to Greece and Turkey

President-elect Donald Trump said he would nominate former Fox News personality Kimberly Guilfoyle and his longtime billionaire friend Tom Barrack to serve as ambassadors to Greece and Turkey respectively.

Israel targets Syrian military bases and arsenals before new leaders can take them over

The Israeli military said it targeted Syrian antiaircraft batteries, missile depots, manufacturing facilities, drones, helicopters, fighter jets, tanks, hangars, radars and 15 naval vessels.
The article from MSN discusses Israel's military actions in Syria, where it targeted Syrian military bases and weapon arsenals. This operation was strategically timed to occur before new leaders could take control of these assets, aiming to disrupt the transfer of power and potentially the capabilities of these military installations. The strikes are part of Israel's broader strategy to prevent the strengthening of its adversaries in the region, particularly in light of ongoing conflicts and the shifting political landscape in Syria. The article highlights the tactical nature of the attack, focusing on the timing to maximize disruption and minimize the effectiveness of Syrian military reorganization.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/israel-targets-syrian-military-bases-and-arsenals-before-new-leaders-can-take-them-over/ar-AA1vD5sp

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