• Wed, December 11, 2024

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: Indiatimes

Rajya Sabha being run by politics, not rules: Mallikarjun Kharge's big charge against VP Jagdeep Dhankhar

Leading the INDIA bloc charge against Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar, Congress chief Mallikarjun Kharge on Wednesday accused the Rajya Sab.

by: KGOU

Bankruptcy judge rejects The Onion's bid for Infowars

by: The Hill

Trump sparks fears over retribution against media with Patel FBI pick

Threats by Kash Patel, President-elect Trump's pick for FBI director, to use the power of the bureau to scrutinize news outlets critical of the incoming administration are sending a chill through

by: Times Union

Biden approves national security memo aimed at helping Trump on China, Iran, North Korea and Russia

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden has approved a new national security memorandum that is meant to serve as a roadmap for the incoming Trump administration as it looks to counter growing cooperation among China, Iran, North Korea and Russia, the White House said Wednesday.

by: Tuko

Lawyer Moves to Court to Stop Raila Odinga from Using Public Funds in AUC Campaign: "Urgent"

Lawyer Suyianka Lempaa now wants the Kenyan government compelled to explain the criteria used in settling on Raila Odinga as the cuntry's candidate for AUC.

by: briefly

Economic Freedom Fighters Call on Government To Abolish Tender System

The Economic Freedom Fighters have called on the government to abolish the tender system and make insourcing compulsory. Netizens agreed with the EFF.

by: CNN

Democratic governors quietly prep extensive plans to counter Trump

Diplomatic and depressed as they have been in public, a small group of Democratic governors are deep into behind-the-scenes preparations and deliberations over how to balance the politics of pushing back on what they are expecting from President-elect Donald Trump's next turn in the White House.

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: Yahoo

Trump says America's success will be his 'retribution.' Let's hope he means that. | Opinion

Donald Trump needs to honor his promises to get illegal immigration under control and help Americans better handle the high cost of living.

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

Rajya Sabha chairman's partisan behaviour led us to move notice for his removal as VP: Opposition parties

Opposition parties have initiated a motion to remove Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar, citing his "partisan" conduct. They allege he acts as a government spokesperson, silences opposition voices,

by: MSN

Trump plans major reshaping of U.S. policies within hours of taking office

By Steve Holland, Gram Slattery and Alexandra Ulmer WASHINGTON (Reuters) - President-elect Donald Trump is planning a blizzard of more than 25 executive orders and directives on his first day in office on Jan.

by: MSN

New details of Zelenskyy and Trump's meeting in Paris uncovered

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy used the meeting in Paris with the 47th US President, Donald Trump, to explain Ukraine's need for security guarantees in the context of ending the full-scale war with Russia,

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.

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
The article from USA Today discusses the complex situation in Syria under President Bashar al-Assad's regime, highlighting both positive and negative developments. On one hand, there are signs of economic stabilization and reconstruction efforts in government-controlled areas, with some international aid and investment trickling in, which has led to a cautious optimism among some Syrians. On the other hand, the article points out the ongoing human rights abuses, the lack of political reform, and the continued suffering of millions due to the civil war, sanctions, and the regime's oppressive policies. The U.S. remains critical of Assad, maintaining sanctions and expressing concerns over the normalization of relations with him by some countries, while also acknowledging the pragmatic need to address humanitarian issues and the potential for a political solution to the conflict. The piece captures the dichotomy of Assad's Syria as a place where life is slowly returning to some semblance of normalcy in certain areas, yet remains a deeply troubled nation with significant challenges ahead.

Read the Full USA Today Article at:
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2024/12/11/syria-assad-us-good-bad-news/76891623007/

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