Mon, December 16, 2024

by: Express & Star

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer - why I am devolving more powers to Richard Parker, mayor for the West Midlands

The Prime Minister today announced a new devolution settlement in England, which will give more powers to regional mayors, such as the West Midlands' Richard Parker. Writing exclusively for the Express & Star, he outlines why.

by: moneycontrol.com

Maharashtra Cabinet: Fadnavis' unique formula carries short-term gains but long-term risks

However, what sets apart the oath ceremony for the cabinet expansion of CM Devendra Fadnavis in Nagpur on Sunday is the strategic two-and-a-half-year tenure formula introduced by Fadnavis. This approach offers several advantages for him as the Chief Minister and as a BJP leader.

by: Reuters

Malaysia PM appoints Thai heavyweight Thaksin his adviser on ASEAN

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday appointed Thailand's billionaire political heavyweight and former premier Thaksin Shinawatra as his personal adviser for when he becomes chair of Southeast Asia's regional bloc next year.

by: Business Standard

Development, nationalism have to be viewed from prism of Preamble: VP

Development, nationalism, security, welfare of the people and affirmative government schemes have to be viewed only from the "one prism" of the Preamble of the Constitution, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Monday.

by: Boston Herald

Lowry: The Musk effect on Trump's presidency

It's a testament to the energy and drive of Elon Musk that he's now a key adviser to an incoming president of the United States who he helped elect this year — and this is a side

by: Sydney Morning Herald

New Year's commuter chaos on cards as transport union votes for further action

Industrial action on Sydney's rail network is back on the table after union members voted overwhelmingly to continue their campaign.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Calling time on the remaining Bali Nine members

The remaining five members of the Bali Nine have returned to Australia, but nobody is the wiser about the deal struck to secure their release.

by: Deccan Chronicle

Bonalu belongs to the people, not politics: Vijayashanthi criticises BRS for ignoring Telangana Thalli's official honour

Hyderabad: The first Telangana Thalli statue was unveiled in 2007, crafted by the esteemed artist B.S. Ramulu, portraying her as a maternal figure for the marginalised and downtrodden,

by: MSN

Next government should plan for Irish unity, former SDLP leader says

Colum Eastwood said his party's New Ireland Commission - set up to facilitate discussions on the possibilities of a united Ireland - had written to all the parties in the Republic of Ireland before an

by: MSN

Fall fiscal update to grapple with Trump presidency, expected to show larger deficit

The Liberals' fall economic statement Monday is expected to show a larger-than-promised deficit and offer details on how the government will tackle the threat of U.S. tariffs ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration in the new year.

by: MSN

Kyrgyzstan's president dismisses prime minister, RIA reports

Kyrgyz President Sadyr Japarov has dismissed the prime minister, Akylbek Japarov, Russia's RIA state news agency reported on Monday, citing an unidentified source in the presidential administration. There was no further detail on why Japarov,

by: MSN

'Bali Nine' watch deal signed to repatriate them to Australia after 19 years in jail

The remaining five members of the 'Bali Nine' looked on as Australian and Indonesian government officials signed a repatriation deal, granting their return to Australia.

by: Express & Star

Prime Minister Keir Starmer - why I am devolving more powers to Richard Parker, mayor for the West Mildlands

The Prime Minister today announced a new devolution settlement in England, which will give more powers to regional mayors, such as the West Midlands' Richard Parker. Writing exclusively for the Express & Star, he outlines why.

by: MSN

European 'peacekeepers' in Ukraine? A horrible idea.

Trump and other leaders reportedly discussed the plan but it's a trial balloon that shouldn't have gotten far off the ground

by: MSN

Donald Trump's incoming administration is filled with 'losers'

Donald Trump has long made it clear that "winning" is paramount and so-called "losers" are deplorable. But his recent picks for top roles in his administration reflect a striking pattern of a whole lot of losers: people who have been defeated in elections across the board,

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Calling time on the rest of the Bali Nine

The remaining five members of the Bali Nine have returned to Australia, but nobody is the wiser about the deal struck to secure their release.

by: MSN

Assam locals join protest with Arunachal against dam construction, demands free flow of Siang River

In a show of solidarity, the people of Assam have joined the growing protests in Arunachal Pradesh against the proposed dam construction on the Siang River.

by: cnbctv18

Government postpones introduction of bills related to One Nation One Election: Reports

On Thursday, December 12, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the constitutional amendment bill aimed at implementing simultaneous Lok Sabha and state assembly elections.

by: The Irish Times

Independents' demands for government include wishlist on health and housing

Labour Party representatives to meet Simon Harris and Fine Gael negotiating team, and Labour leader Ivana Bacik to meet Fianna Fáil leader Micheál Martin

by: Seattle Times

South Korean investigators push to summon impeached president as court set to determine his fate

South Korean law enforcement authorities are pushing to summon impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol for questioning over his short-lived martial law decree.

by: MSN

More coal and gas, less renewables: what a nuclear power plan for Australia would really mean

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton's plan for nuclear power in Australia has provoked a great deal of discussion and analysis - most of it critical. Experts point out the Coalition's long-awaited modelling involves both highly optimistic costings and a massively lower demand for electricity than expected in official projections.

by: MSN

Biden-Harris administration's response to mysterious drone sightings sparks speculation

The Brad vs Everyone podcast host Brad Polumbo has discussed the strange phenomenon of mysterious drones being spotted flying over parts of New Jersey.

by: MSN

Gale of Defections: Labour Party suffers huge set back ahead 2027

by: World Socialist Web Site

Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance joins government in 2 German states to impose austerity measures

The coalition agreements and the new administrations in Brandenburg and Thuringia send a clear message: "Business as usual!"

by: New Jersey Globe

Stomping Grounds: Does broadcast TV still work?; Drones and more drones; and low-turnout runoffs

New Jerseyans aren't always civil, but it's still possible for a liberal Democrat and a conservative Republican to have a rational and pleasant

by: The Age

Pallas needed a bigger bucket to douse Victoria's spending

The state needed more than a facilitator; it also needed someone to champion the increasingly quaint idea of fiscal restraint.
Sun, December 15, 2024

by: The Daily Telegraph

UK should emulate Trump and Musk's efficiency drive, says Badenoch

Britain should follow Donald Trump and Elon Musk's push to make the state more efficient and cut waste, Kemi Badenoch has said...

by: Detroit News

Trump's deportation plan stirs division on how it will affect Michigan policing

Massive undertaking leaves law enforcement officials, immigrants and their advocates with divided opinions on its impact on Michigan.

by: The Cincinnati Enquirer

Ohio's longtime conservative orator Cincinnati-area Rep. Bill Seitz leaves Legislature

Rep. Bill Seitz leaves the House after 24 years as a lawmaker, where he made friends and foes. Through it all, he had style and memorable speeches.

by: The Australian Financial Review

'My greatest regret': Pallas resigns as Victoria's debt grows

The state treasurer says Labor's ambitions were always bigger than the budget would allow, but he "never" questioned the $100 billion Suburban Rail Loop.

by: Hindustan Times

Maya extends support to 'One Nation, One Election' bill

Mayawati urges political unity for the 'One Nation, One Election Bill', criticizes BJP and Congress on reservations, and emphasizes constitutional integrity.

by: The Australian Financial Review

Childcare package an early Christmas present to parents and children

For government to seek to save pennies by withholding access to early education for the children who will benefit from it the most is not just Scrooge-like behaviour, it's a false economy.

by: The New Zealand Herald

Livestream: Christopher Luxon's final post-Cabinet press conference of year

Prime Minister Christopher Luxon will front the final post-Cabinet press conference of the year this afternoon. A livestream of it will be found at the top of this page from about 4pm. He's expected to address the Government's fourth quarterly action plan,

by: Sky News Australia

Treasurer Jim Chalmers downgrades mid-year budget by more than $100 billion in major blow to Albanese government

Treasurer Jim Chalmers has been forced to downgrade the Albanese government's mid-year budget update by more than $100 billion in a major blow.

by: The Times of Northwest Indiana

Northern Indiana congressman to help shape U.S. tax policy

The House Republican Steering Committee recently selected U.S. Rep. Rudy Yakym, R-Granger, to serve on the powerful House Ways and Means Committee.

by: ABC

Chris Wray's FBI departure won't immediately clear path for Kash Patel: Experts

The federal government has strict guidelines for temporarily filling the void that will be left by FBI director Chris Wray's pending resignation, experts say.

by: Daily Mail

RUSSELL FINDLAY: Bus passes for asylum seekers while OAPs shiver. Why ARE the Left so out of touch with ordinary Scots?

Most afternoons, to the delight and amusement of visitors to Edinburgh Zoo, a procession of penguins are released from their enclosure for a 'wee waddle'.

by: MSN

Tax cut renewals may not spur the economic growth proponents expect - report

Renewing tax cuts implemented in President Trump's 2017 signature tax reform package may not produce the economic stimulus its proponents are hoping for, according to a report from the nonpartisan Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget.

by: The Daily Signal

No, Billionaires Like Elon Musk Don't Run American Politics

Some on the Left suggest America is becoming an Elon Musk-led kleptocracy, where the wealthy rule. Here's why that's not true.

by: MSN

Top Eric Adams adviser resigns from embattled mayor's office

by: MSN

Zelenskyy: Ukraine coordinates food aid with Syria

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has announced that Ukraine is coordinating food aid to Syria with its partners and the Syrian side. Source: President's address Quote: "Today, I discussed with our government officials - the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food - the issue of food assistance under the Grain from

by: MSN

Ex-CIA staffer offers theory on mysterious drone sightings says feds need to be more 'transparent'

State and local officials have been calling on the federal government to provide more answers as to what these unknown drones could possibly be despite federal agencies saying there is not threat to p

by: MSN

Bernie Moreno highlights 'difference' between Trump and Biden's Cabinet nominees

by: MSN

Keir Starmer branded 'arrogant' for dismissing Rwanda scheme in favour of 'smashing the gangs': 'How does he know it wouldn't be a deterrent?!'

Keir Starmer branded 'arrogant' for dismissing Rwanda scheme in favour of 'smashing the gangs': 'How does he know it wouldn't be a deterrent?!'

by: MSN

New Jersey drone mystery deepens as former CIA officer drops classified government operation theory

Former CIA officer Laura Ballman suggests New Jersey drone sightings may be a classified government exercise testing detection or evasion technology. Despite assurances from National Security's John Kirby,

by: MSN

South Korea detains current and former heads of military intelligence

The current and former heads of military intelligence were detained in South Korea. It is believed that they were involved in the introduction of martial law in the country, reports Yonhap. Law enforcement officials suspect that the current head of military intelligence,

by: MSN

Donald Trump and Elon Musk's unprecedented alliance

Musk has joined Trump's calls with world leaders, weighed in on Cabinet choices and been a regular part of the Trump family since the election.

by: MSN

Ingrid Lewis-Martin, chief advisor and longtime aide to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, resigns

Another top aide to Eric Adams is stepping down from her post in the latest shake-up within the mayor's administration. Ingrid Lewis-Martin, chief advisor and longtime aide to Mayor Adams, announced she is resigning from her post on Sunday.

CM Chandrababu Naidu promises to establish Telugu varsity, name it after Potti Sriramulu

VIJAYAWADA: Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu promised to establish a Telugu university in the State and name it after Potti Sriramulu, the freedom fighter known for his pivotal role in the formation on Andhra Pradesh.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has announced plans to establish a Telugu University named after Potti Sriramulu, a revered figure known for his role in the creation of Andhra Pradesh. This initiative aims to promote Telugu language, culture, and literature. Naidu emphasized the importance of preserving and promoting Telugu identity, highlighting Sriramulu's sacrifice for the state's formation. The announcement was made during a tribute event on Potti Sriramulu's birth anniversary, underscoring the government's commitment to cultural and educational development in the region.

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