Sun, December 15, 2024

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: 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: MSN

Family, friends and fans gather at memorial for former B.C. premier John Horgan

Thousands of people who respected and loved former British Columbia premier John Horgan gathered for his memorial service in Colwood, B.C., Sunday.

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 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: 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: 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: MSN

Labor has 'failed' to enforce current vilification laws: Dave Sharma

Liberal Senator and former ambassador to Israel Dave Sharma discusses Labor MP Josh Burns' push for the Albanese government to toughen hate speech laws by lowering the threshold for vilification.

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: MSN

Trump adviser 'collapsed over lectern and fell off stage' at Young Republican gala: report

A Donald Trump adviser reportedly collapsed over the lectern and fell off the stage at an event Sunday. Alex Bruesewitz, the CEO of the political consulting firm X Strategies, is an adviser to the Trump campaign. According to Guardian reporter Hugo Lowell ...

by: MSN

Politics Now: December 14th, 2024

We did into President-elect Donald Trump's deportation plans. How Nevada's Governor plans to support them, and what one Nevada Senator is urging President Biden to do. -The convicted HOA fraudster from southern Nevada who had his sentence commuted.

by: MSN

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.

by: MSN

Treasurer Tim Pallas quits politics after 18 years as state bogged down in debt

Tim Pallas will step down after delivering his 10th budget, which left Victoria with a forecast net debt of $187.8 billion and led to Labor taking a hit in the polls.

by: MSN

Former longtime South Carolina congressman John Spratt dies at 82

Spratt died Saturday night at home, surrounded by family, due to complications from Parkinson's disease, his daughter, Catherine Spratt, said in a post on Facebook. Tributes qui

by: MSN

Netanyahu Confirms 'Very Warm' Phone Call With Trump on Israel's Need To 'Complete Its Victory'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed holding a phone call with US President-elect Donald Trump, during which he reaffirmed his country's 'determination' to continue acting against Iran and its armed proxies,

by: MSN

Capitol View: Andrew Collins and Stefanie Pawluk

Capitol View host Roby Brock talked to State Representative Andrew Collins to learn more about their plans. Roby also ran down various political stories from the week around the Natural State. Capitol View airs on Sundays at 8:30 a.

by: MSN

Estonia and Lithuania extend sanctions against Georgian authorities

Lithuania has expanded the list of Georgian politicians and government officials subject to sanctions for resorting to violence against anti-government protesters. Source: Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys on X (Twitter);

by: MSN

Councils to be merged in major local government shake-up

District councils could be abolished and more elected mayors introduced across England under new plans for a major redesign of local government. Ministers are set to publish a paper on Monday outlining plans for mergers in areas where there are currently two tiers of local authority - smaller district and larger county councils - in a bid to streamline services.

by: MSN

MAGA conspiracy theories link drone sightings to Project Blue Beam: Is US govt preparing a fake alien invasion?

A swarm of drones lighting up the night sky over the US East Coast has ignited a firestorm of speculation, with conspiracy theorists racing to the forefront with wild claims of government plots, alien invasions,

by: MSN

Fulfilled almost half of manifesto vows in a year: Bhajan Lal Sharma

Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma highlights key achievements of the BJP government in its first year, including tax cuts and anti-corruption efforts.

by: MSN

Donating to Trump's inauguration is a last-minute chance for tech moguls to make nice

Donald Trump's second inauguration offers wealthy donors and big companies one final chance to make nice before Trump returns to power.

by: MSN

President-elect Trump attends Army-Navy game: 'We are really glad he showed up'

Retired army captain and West Point graduate Rep. Wesley Hunt, R-Texas, joins 'Fox & Friends Weekend' to discuss attending the Army-Navy football game with president-elect Trump.

by: MSN

The government isn't telling us anything about these drones, says Anita Vogel

'The Big Weekend Show' co-hosts discuss mysterious drone sightings across several states.

by: MSN

'Tried my best': Treasurer calls it quits

A state treasurer has announced his resignation days after revealing a dire budget update, stepping down from his role after 25 years in politics.

by: MSN

Sean Fraser to leave federal cabinet as PMO pushes to add Mark Carney

Housing Minister Sean Fraser will announce on Monday that he will not seek re-election in his Nova Scotia riding and will leave the federal cabinet during the next shuffle, CBC News has learned.

by: MSN

Trump let ABC off easy in settling for just $16 million over George Stephanopoulos' blatant defamation

by: MSN

Of corruption, institutional deceit and underdevelopment

With corruption, Nigeria will remain underdeveloped, and the common people impoverished. No amount of prayers for a better Nigeria can solve the problem because God has provided all that is needed to make a wealthy or affluent country.

by: MSN

Trump Weighs In On New Jersey Mystery Drone Sightings With Humor And Criticism

President-elect Donald Trump added a comedic touch to the unfolding mystery of drone sightings across New Jersey and neighboring states by sharing a meme targeting former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie.

by: MSN

Trump leans on extended family for key White House roles

President-elect Trump's extended family will fill his inner circle during his second term while his immediate family members step back from formal roles, a change in dynamics from his first administration.

by: MSN

US and Turkey Talk Gaza Ceasefire Agreement

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Turkish President Recep Tayyip ErdoÄŸan and Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan to discuss a potential Gaza ceasefire. Blinken emphasized the importance of Turkey's influence on Hamas to facilitate a truce,

by: MSN

Lithuania and Estonia introduce new sanctions against Georgian officials

Lithuania and Estonia have imposed sanctions against Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze and several government officials, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budris announced on X on Dec. 15.
Mon, December 16, 2024

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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.

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

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: 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: 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: 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

Lithuania and Estonia introduce new sanctions against Georgian officials

Lithuania and Estonia have imposed sanctions against Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze and several government officials, Lithuanian Foreign Minister Kestutis Budris announced on X on Dec. 15.

The article from MSN discusses how Lithuania and Estonia have imposed new sanctions on Georgian officials in response to the Georgian parliament's passage of a controversial "foreign agents" law. This law requires organizations receiving more than 20% of their funding from abroad to register as foreign agents, a move seen by critics as an attempt to stifle dissent and align with Russian policies. The sanctions target Georgian judges, prosecutors, and investigators believed to be involved in suppressing opposition and civil society. Lithuanian Foreign Minister Gabrielius Landsbergis and Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna have both condemned the law, with Landsbergis calling it a "Kremlin-inspired" move that undermines Georgia's European integration. These sanctions reflect the broader geopolitical tensions and the EU's concerns over democratic backsliding in Georgia.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/lithuania-and-estonia-introduce-new-sanctions-against-georgian-officials/ar-AA1vUj2a