Wed, December 11, 2024

by: Irish Daily Mirror

Social Democrats to decide future by end of week as Independents set out Government formation stall

The Social Democrat's leadership, including Cian O'Callaghan, Gary Gannon and Jennifer Whitmore, met Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin and Fine Gael leader Simon Harris in separate meetings in Government Buildings on Wednesday.

by: RTE Online

FF and FG engage in 'positive and constructive' government formation talks

Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael have said they had "positive and constructive" initial discussions as both parties continue to hold government formation talks.

by: Australian Broadcasting Corporation

Federal politics live: Tech giants to be fined if they don't pay for Australian news under fresh government plan

Facebook and Google will be forced to pay for Australian news content or risk fines under a new scheme expected to be announced by the government later today. Follow live.

by: Time

The History of North Carolina Exposes the Truth About Swing States

Tight electoral margins might be thought to foster centrism. In reality, partisan power grabs are incentivized.

by: coloradopolitics

Colorado Gov. Jared Polis criticized for blaming wolf reintroduction program costs on ranchers

Governor Jared Polis faces backlash for blaming ranchers for the cost of Colorado's wolf reintroduction program.

by: Oregonian

New Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read hires top staff from treasury, Senate

Tobias Read, a Democrat elected in November, spent the past eight years as state treasurer before being elected secretary of state.

by: THE WEEK

Inside Trump's billionaire Cabinet

A billionaire himself, Trump's decision to staff his pending White House with fellow ten-figure figures (eight so far) has made his administration worth "more than the GDP of 169 different countries," at least $350 billion,

by: Pew Research Center

Global Elections in 2024: What We Learned in a Year of Political Disruption

Voters in more than 60 countries went to the polls in what turned out to be a difficult year for incumbents and traditional political parties.

by: Time

Trump's and Biden's Advisers Had the Same Problem: a Stubborn Candidate

Take the Democrats. Jen O'Malley Dillon, who ran Joe Biden's 2020 presidential race and served as the deputy chief of staff in the West Wing, was dispatched to reprise the role earlier this year, despite widespread concerns that his age, among other concerns, would keep him from drawing the support he needed.

by: Mint

Politics News News Today Live: Sitharaman rejects Rahul Gandhi's claim that PSBs only helping the rich

Stay engaged with the latest in politics, covering government policies, political debates, and legislative updates. From breaking developments in national governance to international diplomatic relations,

by: BBC

Government recommends 2.8% pay rise for public sector

Government departments have recommended a pay rise of 2.8% for millions of public sector workers including teachers, NHS staff and senior civil servants next year. Unions responded by saying the proposed pay increase was too low, with one threatening strike action.

by: boston25news

The Trump and Biden teams insist they're working hand in glove on foreign crises

But a funny thing happened on Trump's way back to the White House: The Biden and Trump national security teams have come to an understanding that they have no choice but to work together as conflicts in Gaza, Syria and Ukraine have left a significant swath of the world on a knife's edge.

by: Toronto Star

Ford government's bill to clamp down on homeless encampments to be introduced Thursday

NDP Leader Marit Stiles, whose Davenport riding includes Toronto's largest encampment in Dufferin-Grove Park, noted the premier's "legacy is homelessness and encampments in every community" since he was elected in 2018.

by: The New York Times

How Romania's Fascist and Communist Pasts Haunt Its Politics

An ultranationalist politician's surge shows how many people would rather forget the country's fascist past, experts say. On Wednesday, a new government was announced that pledged a pro-European path.

by: The West Australian

Katina Curtis: Politicians need both style and substance in their toolkits

Too far towards style-only and you fall into #scottyfrommarketing territory. Too far the other way and people feel abandoned no matter what practical actions leaders are taking.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

As Dutton goes low, Albanese goes nowhere. We're trapped in an era of one-and-done PMs

Shifting and dodging is working for Peter Dutton, even if it foreshadows a Bizarro World election and a dog's breakfast of policies should the Coalition win.

by: FOX59 News

Nation's largest labor union for federal employees rebukes GOP's efforts to end telework

AFGE, the country's largest labor union for federal employees, is fighting back against Republican criticisms that government workers are abusing remote work policies.

by: London Evening Standard

Two Government ministers to sit on assisted dying Bill scrutiny committee

The Bill could see terminally ill adults in England and Wales with less than six months to live be legally allowed to end their lives.

by: Daily Express

Take back criminals or lose out on foreign aid and visa deals, countries told

The Shadow Justice Secretary said deporting 10,500 foreign national offenders is the "number one thing we can do to free-up prison capacity".

by: The Economist

British politics enters the "death zone"

In British politics the death zone is less visceral, but no less serious. Any party that spends too long in the 20s or below in the polls is in deep trouble. Usually only one major party is unlucky enough to be so disliked.

by: Express & Star

Streeting seeks to reassure trans youth amid indefinite puberty blocker ban

Health Secretary Wes Streeting announced an indefinite ban on puberty blockers for under-18s with gender dysphoria (Ben Whitley/PA) The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) said legislation was being updated on Wednesday to make that order indefinite, and that the ban will be reviewed in 2027.

by: techUK

Nations and Regions 2024 round-up

We are thrilled to present highlights from techUK's Nations and Regions programme of work over the past year, showcasing our key achievements, valuable insights, and defining moments. This year has been marked by meaningful discussions,

by: The Atlantic

Crypto's Legacy Is Finally Clear

The aftermath of the presidential election, however, has left me thinking about crypto's influence differently. Though the white paper that introduced bitcoin's origins and philosophy—something of an urtext for crypto overall—does not discuss politics per se,

by: Mother Jones

Donald Trump Will Need a Police State to Implement His Agenda

Donald Trump has many plans for his return engagement at the White House. Several will require police-state tactics.

by: Daily Post Nigeria

Rivers crisis: I won't inaugurate roads in Wike's LGA if I were evil - Fubara

by: The New York Times

Who Set the Stage for al-Assad's Ouster? There Are Different Answers in the U.S. and Israel.

President Biden says he weakened Russia, Iran and Hezbollah, laying the groundwork for Bashar al-Assad's ouster. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says the Syrian leader would still be in power had he listened to American advice.

by: The Independent

Nigerian government hits out at Kemi Badenoch after she criticised country

Vice-president Kashim Shettima hits out at the new Tory leader accusing her of "denigrating her country of origin" - while praising Rishi Sunak

by: WLRN

Visit Florida president and CEO Dana Young to step down after six years

Young, who has spent nearly six years at Visit Florida, oversaw the agency's efforts to promote tourism in Florida and helped guide a tourism rebound after COVID-19. The agency received $80 million in state money this year,

by: PBS

Ahead of Trump's return, Biden approves national security memo on China, Iran, North Korea and Russia

The memorandum was approved before Donald Trump takes office in January and it was shaped to help his team build its approach in dealing with the relationships involving America's most prominent adversaries and competitors.

by: London Evening Standard

PM urged to strip UK citizenship from 'jihadi terrorists and Assad supporters'

Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch clashed with Sir Keir Starmer over the issue of immigration at Prime Minister's Questions.

by: MSN

Lilly CEO says tax and regulation reform, drug affordability are focuses under Trump

Eli Lilly CEO David Ricks on Tuesday said at the Economic Club of Washington that tax and regulation reform and drug affordability were some policy focuses for the company in a second Trump administration.

by: MSN

National Assembly Clarifies Nomination of Matiang'i and 4 Others as Cabinet Secretaries

A viral letter making the rounds, claiming that five people have been nominated for the position of Cabinet Secretaries, including former Interior CS Fred Matiang'i, has been flagged by the National Assembly.

by: MSN

Nippon Steel hits back in angry response to Biden and Trump stance on US Steel takeover bid

Nippon Steel slammed the "inappropriate" influence of politics on its planned takeover of US Steel after President Joe Biden was reportedly ready to block it.

by: MSN

Congress races toward fast-approaching government shutdown deadline

Congress has just 10 days until government funding is set to run out, and lawmakers don't have a deal to keep the lights on during the holidays. Members on both sides of the aisle expect the government will stay open past the Dec.

by: MSN

'Libel and lies': Benjamin Netanyahu's corruption trial

Benjamin Netanyahu appeared in court on Tuesday to testify in a corruption trial that could see him imprisoned for up to a decade if he's found guilty. The long-running legal troubles of Israel's prime minister "bitterly divided Israelis and shook Israeli politics through five rounds of elections" - even before the 7 October attack by Hamas,

by: MSN

RBI will remain alert and agile to meet challenges: New Guv Malhotra

New RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra on Wednesday said the central bank will maintain continuity an stability in policy matters, but emphasised on the need to remain "alert and agile" in the wake of the c

by: MSN

U.S. would recognize a Syrian government that comes from inclusive process, Blinken says

Assad's fall, targeted Syrian military facilities, including a possible chemical weapons facility, said two Western officials.

by: MSN

Ex-defense chief in South Korea tried to kill himself after being arrested over martial law

South Korea's previous defense minister was stopped from attempting suicide while in detention over last week's martial law declaration, officials said Wednesday, as President Yoon Suk Yeol's office resisted a police attempt to search the compound.

by: MSN

North Korea Warns of Disaster as South Korea Faces Martial Law and Impeachment Turmoil

North Korea resumes criticism of South Korea's political crisis, martial law, and impeachment turmoil under Yoon Suk Yeol.

by: MSN

Sununu announces $3.3 million in grants for land and historic preservation projects

More than $3 million in grants will support land and historic preservation projects across the state. Gov. Chris Sununu announced Monday that the funds will be distributed through the Land and Community Heritage Investment Program.

by: Politico Europe

PMQs: Starmer wins by taking migration fight to Badenoch

Kemi Badenoch ripped into the government's migration plans — but the PM could easily point to the Tories' own record.

by: MSN

Members of Congress question Mayor Bowser on issues including crime, immigration and DC's self-governance

Mayor Muriel Bowser testified before the House Appropriations Financial Services and General Government Subcommittee.

by: MSN

Belagavi Protest: Why Panchamasali Community is Protesting And What Are Their Demands?

Belagavi: As protests escalated in Belagavi over its demand for inclusion in the 2A Category of Other Backward Classes, the Panchamasali community staged a massive demonstration on Tuesday, pressing the Siddaramaiah government to address the issue promptly.

by: Detroit News

Biden approves national security memo on China, Iran, North Korea and Russia ahead of Trump's return

It was shaped to help his team build its approach in dealing with the relationships involving America's most prominent adversaries and competitors.

by: CNN

Latest on Trump's presidential transition as Cabinet picks meet with key senators

Some of Donald Trump's Cabinet picks are continuing to meet with lawmakers today as some key GOP senators appear to be falling in line on the president-elect's nominees. Follow for live updates.

by: MSN

Romania's pro-Western parties agree to form a majority government after political turmoil

Romania's pro-European parties agreed Wednesday to form a majority government made up of groupings that were traditionally on opposite sides and shutting out far-right nationalists who made significant gains in the election on Dec.

by: MSN

Keir Starmer praises Lanarkshire dad with MND for 'bravery and compassion'

Somerville, from Uddingston, was given the devastating diagnosis in October last year after he began suffering from pulses in his left arm.

by: Middle East Eye

Some German politicians want Syrians to be given plane tickets and cash to leave

Germany, which once welcomed Syrian refugees, froze their asylum claims within hours of the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Now a political debate is raging over their future

Scholz confirms Ukraine will receive sixth IRIS-T system and Patriot launchers by year-end

Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said Germany's total assistance to Ukraine has reached 37 billion euros, the largest of any European country. He thanked Germany for its contribution to Ukraine's security,

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz has confirmed that Ukraine will receive a sixth IRIS-T air defense system and additional Patriot launchers by the end of the year. This announcement was made during a press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Berlin. The IRIS-T systems, which are designed to counter aerial threats like drones and missiles, are part of Germany's ongoing military support to Ukraine amidst its conflict with Russia. Scholz emphasized the importance of bolstering Ukraine's air defenses to protect its civilian population and infrastructure. This aid package also includes other military equipment, reflecting Germany's commitment to supporting Ukraine's defense capabilities.

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