Mon, December 16, 2024

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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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: 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.

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.

Sean Fraser, the current Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, is set to leave his position in the federal cabinet as part of a strategic reshuffle by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's office. This move is reportedly to make room for Mark Carney, the former Governor of the Bank of England, who is being considered for a significant role within the government. The reshuffle comes at a time when Trudeau is looking to refresh his team amid various political challenges, including housing issues and economic recovery. Fraser, who has been a key figure in Trudeau's cabinet, might be reassigned to another role or could be preparing for a different political endeavor. The inclusion of Carney, known for his economic expertise, is seen as an attempt to bolster the government's economic strategy and public image.

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