• Sun, December 15, 2024

by: WAtoday

The WA premier's new go-to lawyer will be paid more than him

The Department of Premier and Cabinet's new in-house lawyer will be one of the highest-paid public servants in the state, eclipsing the salary of the premier himself.

by: legit

BREAKING: Governor Yusuf Makes 12 Appointments, Redeploys Others, Full List Emerges

Kano state governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has made a major permutation in his cabinet as he announced 12 important appointments, including a Kennywood actor

by: Khaosod English

PM Paetongtarn Dismisses Government Rift Following Thaksin's Remarks

Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has downplayed concerns about potential rifts within the coalition government following controversial comments made by former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra

by: CNN-News18

Maharashtra Cabinet Takes Shape After Massive Mandate In Assembly Polls | Check List Of Ministers

The expansion took place a day before the Nagpur state legislature winter session that is scheduled to begin on Saturday (December 16).

by: India Today

BJP interested only in politics, not in discussing people's issues: DK Shivakumar

DK Shivakumar accused the BJP of prioritising politics over state issues during the ongoing assembly session, and said that the government is ready to discuss any issues.

by: Rolling Stone

Dozens of Trump Donors Score Key Roles in Administration

Almost three dozen people tapped by Donald Trump to serve in his White House donated to his campaign or to groups that supported his election.

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: 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: 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: 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: 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 Australian Financial Review

Dutton risks losing underdog status

The weight of expectation is shifting behind the opposition leader. Which can be a curse. Another poll, same story: the government has been spinning its wheels for more than year now and continues to do so.

by: MSN

'Ghost towns are scattered right across Aleppo province': Rebuilding Syria's ravaged cities

FRANCE 24's Andrew Hilliar talks from Syria's Aleppo about the frantic final moments before president Bashar al-Assad's flight from Damascus and the arduous task facing the country's new rulers.

by: MSN

Florida senator proposes bill feeding into dangerous conspiracy theory: 'No technology exists'

We can't always rely on our politicians to follow the science. Florida senator proposes bill feeding into dangerous conspiracy theory: 'No technology exists' first appeared on The Cool Down.

by: MSN

Mark Twain and the Death of Democrats

Mark Twain took pen to paper to deny rumors of his death that were circulating in London at that time. In his response, penned to the New York Journal, he stated flatly, "The report of my death was an exaggeration.

by: MSN

Live briefing: Israel approves plan to expand settlements on occupied Golan Heights

Secretary of State Antony Blinken says U.S. officials have made direct contact with Hayat Tahrir al-Sham. HTS's leader condemned Israel's incursion into Syria.

by: MSN

Jerry Brown on California issues, the law-making process, and the challenges of governing

Former California Governor Jerry Brown discussed the state of California's economy, the law-making process, the outcome of the presidential election, and Governor Gavin Newsom's call for a special legislative session to "Trump-proof" California.

by: MSN

West Africa regional bloc approves exit timeline for 3 coup-hit member states

West Africa's regional bloc ECOWAS approved Sunday an exit timeline for three coup-hit nations after a nearly yearlong process of mediation to avert the unprecedented disintegration of the grouping. In a first in the 15-nation bloc's nearly 50 years of existence,

by: MSN

Western countries outline principles for Syria's new government

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has completed his visit to the Middle East. The trip aimed to prevent Syria from slipping out of control after the sudden removal of Bashar al-Assad's regime, according to the US State Department.

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: 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.

by: MSN

Past links to Isis and Al Qaeda raise fears for some about Syria's new regime

It had been less than two days since the fall of President Bashar al-Assad's regime when two Islamist fighters knocked on the door of Father Rafaat Abul Nasser's Lady of Damascus Church, armed with assault rifles,

by: MSN

'Slap in the face': Another Obama-appointed judge rescinds 'senior status' and becomes third on federal bench to pull reverse retirement on Trump since he won the election

A federal judge in North Carolina appointed by Barack Obama has rescinded his plans to take "senior status," making him the third Democratic appointee to do so since Donald Trump won the election. The post 'Slap in the face': Another Obama-appointed judge rescinds 'senior status' and becomes third on federal bench to pull reverse retirement on Trump since he won the election first appeared on Law & Crime.

by: MSN

Germany's Merz denies unfunded pledges in conservative manifesto

Friedrich Merz, the favourite to become Germany's next chancellor, has denied his conservative bloc's manifesto contains unfunded pledges amid criticism from left-wing rivals. Merz told public broadcaster ARD on Sunday that economic growth and reforms to unemployment benefit would provide extra revenue for the next German government.

by: MSN

Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger agree to grace period in ECOWAS withdrawal

The Economic Community of West African States hopes to use this time to convince the three nations to stay in the bloc.

by: MSN

Eugene's Future: Residents and Incoming Mayor discuss housing & social service issues

Community members convened for the inaugural Eugene Conversation, a new series of events hosted by the local AARP chapter at St. Marks CME Church.The purpose of

by: MSN

Ted Cruz Rebuked by Largest Texas Newspaper: 'Vilify, Inflame and Divide'

The Houston Chronicle wrote that Cruz flattens "complex issues and people into sound bites" in response to an X post he made about Brian Thompson's murder.

by: MSN

Lindsey Graham Forced to Reckon On Air With Flip-Flop on FBI Director

Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) made clear years ago he wanted Donald Trump to pick an FBI director who was "beyond reproach." Now, in light of Trump's choice of Kash Patel, his words have come to haunt him.

by: MSN

'Surprised you are asking me about politics': Army-Navy attendees blew off Trump visit

Tailgaters who attended the annual Army-Navy game had little to say about president-elect Donald Trump bringing a posse of his insiders to the game on Saturday, with most telling the Washington Post they were there for football and not politics.

by: MSN

This Week in Louisiana Politics: abuse investigations, Social Security and TikTok

On This Week in Louisiana Politics, the state legislature is taking a closer look at how child sexual abuse cases are handled between different agencies. A task force is helping shape new legislation.

by: MSN

Ingrid Lewis-Martin resigns from role as top adviser to NYC Mayor Adams

Martin, Mayor Eric Adams' top adviser and confidante, has resigned from City Hall. Her last day is Sunday, Fabian Levy, Deputy Mayor for Communications, said. "Ingrid has not been just a friend, a confidant,

by: MSN

Italy's Giorgia Meloni steps down as president of ECR parliament group

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni addresses the Atreuj festival in Rome, December 15th 2024 Converting Classic Cars to electric is popular.. but this car proves that there is a much cheaper way to get more power and reliability into a classic car. Rather than use batteries just put a modern engine in it!

by: MSN

Former ECs call for more discussions on ONOE bills

At least two former election commissioners called for extensive electoral reforms, irrespective of the fate of the two bills in Parliament that could allow simultaneous polls from 2034

by: MSN

Canada Plans Border Security Upgrades to Avoid U.S. Tariffs, Address Trump's Concerns

The proposed measures include deploying drones and canine units to monitor border crossings as well as investments in lab testing to curb fentanyl trafficking

by: MSN

Graham Says Trump Is Wrong: Jan. 6 Committee Shouldn't Go to Jail

But the senator did say he supports Trump's nomination of Pete Hegseth and believes he did not commit sexual assault

by: MSN

Ingrid Lewis-Martin, Eric Adams' top and longest-serving aide, resigns

She has been fiercely loyal to the mayor, while sparring with other staff, and recently had her phone seized by investigators.

by: MSN

Ingrid Lewis-Martin, the Mayor's Chief Advisor and Confidant, Departs City Hall Abruptly

Martin, the chief advisor to Mayor Eric Adams, has retired in the latest high-profile departure in the administration. "I thank God, first and foremost, for allowing me to serve the city that I love for close to 35 years through volunteerism and employment,

by: MSN

Israel shuts Dublin embassy over Ireland's 'anti-Israeli' stance

Israel's Foreign Minister, Gideon Saar, announced on Sunday that the Israeli embassy in Dublin will be closed. The reason cited is "the extreme anti-Israel policies of the Irish government," reported "The Times of Israel".

by: MSN

Israel appeals against ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant

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Kejriwal highlights 'Delhi Model' as a blueprint for nation-building

Kejriwal highlights 'Delhi Model' as a blueprint for nation-building

At the launch of The Delhi Model, authored by AAP leader and policy expert Jasmine Shah, at the Constitution Club, AAP National Convenor Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday emphasized the model's contribution to national development.
The article from MSN discusses how Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has presented the "Delhi Model" as a blueprint for nation-building during a press conference. Kejriwal emphasized the success of this model in improving education, healthcare, and infrastructure in Delhi, suggesting that it could be replicated across India. He highlighted achievements like better schools, mohalla clinics, free water and electricity, and improved public transport. Kejriwal's comments come in the context of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, where he aims to showcase these accomplishments to influence national policy and governance. He also criticized the central government for allegedly obstructing Delhi's progress, particularly in relation to the control over administrative services, which has been a point of contention between the AAP-led Delhi government and the BJP-led central government.

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https://www.msn.com/en-in/politics/government/kejriwal-highlights-delhi-model-as-a-blueprint-for-nation-building/ar-AA1vTSGI