• Sun, December 15, 2024

by: RealClearPolitics

Sen. Eric Schmitt: FBI Desperately Needs Reform, Kash Patel Is Very Qualified And Will Get Senate's Support

Republican Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt expresses support for Donald Trump's pick for FBI director, Kash Patel, during an interview with George Stephanopoulos on ABC's "This Week." "This guy served as deputy chief of staff at the Department of Defense,

by: News24

EFF ready to enter government when the GNU collapses - Malema

The EFF is waiting for the government of national unity (GNU) to collapse, after which it will swoop and form part of the parties to govern South Africa.

by: The Mirror

Victim support groups being pushed to 'breaking point' and facing staff cuts

Victims' Commissioner for England and Wales Baroness Helen Newlove said support groups are facing mounting pressures with frozen budgets and rising caseloads

by: Tuko

Gachagua Warns IG Kanja over Failure to Arrest Those Behind Limuru Chaos: "Utajibu Siku Moja"

Former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua claimed the Kenya Kwanza government sponsored the Limuru chaos, that are there is no arrests by the polcie.

by: FOX59 News

Israel to close embassy in Ireland over 'anti-Israel policies'

"The actions and anti-semitic rhetoric used by Ireland against Israel are rooted in the de-legitimisation and demonisation of the Jewish state, along with double standards," Saar said.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Australians like banning teens from social media. They just don't think it'll work

The findings highlight a risk for Labor and scepticism among voters as Albanese heads to the next election pursuing a broader tech crackdown.

by: Mail & Guardian

Zuma preaches black unity ahead of 2026 and 2029 elections at MK party's first anniversary rally

The MK leader continued with his narrative that the party had been robbed of a two-thirds majority in 29 May general elections — when it took 17% of the national vote and 45% in KwaZulu-Natal — and called for changes to the vote counting system. The MK party has lodged a second challenge to the May results in the electoral court.

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: Sydney Morning Herald

Labor can't make a thing stick to Dutton, the Mr Teflon of empty politics

Peter Dutton's nuclear policy is riddled with holes. But it may be that credibility on the details is simply not what matters about Dutton: his image is of toughness, not policy smarts.

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: The Australian Financial Review

Profit-bashing won't help Australians become better off, CEOs warn

Politicians and regulators going after big business was one of the features of 2024. Has it gone too far, and if so, what can be done to restore the balance?

by: The Australian Financial Review

Voters bracing for minority government - and Dutton to lead: poll

A majority of voters believe Australia will have a minority government after the next election, and there is an expectation Peter Dutton will be in charge, the latest The Australian Financial Review/Freshwater Strategy poll shows. While both leaders are ...

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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by: MSN

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

by: MSN

What we know about drones over New Jersey, other parts of the US

The drones have prompted concern from local residents, anger from lawmakers and endless speculation on social media.

by: MSN

Trump once stopped Erdogan attacks on US-backed Kurds in Syria, and has opportunity to do it again: Jack Keane

As the conflict expands between pro-Turkey Islamist forces and the pro-American Kurdish forces, there are growing efforts to rope in Ankara's offensive.

by: MSN

Pandemic, Politics, Pre-K & More: 12 Charts That Defined Education in 2024

As 2024 reaches its end, it's a good time to ask what's coming next for K-12 education. Nearly five years after the emergence of COVID, the pandemic's after-effects still ripple through schools and communities,

by: MSN

Psychoanalysis explains why Donald Trump is taunting Canada and 'Governor Justin Trudeau'

Canadian policymakers were just beginning to recover from the shock of Donald Trump's recent threats to impose 25 per cent tariffs on Canada and Mexico when the president-elect detonated another rhetorical explosive.

by: MSN

Elon Musk put $277 million into the election. He's $200 billion richer this year

The tech billionaire was the largest donor in the 2024 election cycle. The value of his companies, Tesla and SpaceX, has soared since Donald Trump's victory.

by: MSN

Iowa lawmakers: Less revenue for upcoming session

The Revenue Estimating Conference met on Thursday morning at the Iowa Statehouse to look at projected revenue goals in the state for fiscal years 2025 and 2026. Lawmakers had $9.75 billion in state revenue in FY24,

by: MSN

Brazil's Lula to leave hospital, speaks publicly for first time since surgeries

Doctors discharged Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva from the hospital on Sunday, his medical team told reporters, after a pair of emergency surgeries last week to treat and prevent bleeding in his head.

by: MSN

US Officials Say Many 'Mystery' Drones Are Just Airplanes

"We're confident that many of the reported drone sightings are, in fact, manned aircraft," a DHS official said.

by: MSN

Letters, Dec. 15, 2024: 'Canada's campaigner in chief'

Guided by one principle Pundits love to point to Justin Trudeau and his double standards. Do they realize what he is? He is a politician to his core with no moral compass. Everything he does is guided by one principle: what will get him the most votes.

by: MSN

Labour 'drops' law requiring local support before street names change

Legislation introduced by the Tories in the wake of the Black Lives Matter protests would have obliged local authorities to secure two-thirds backing in a referendum before renaming landmarks.

by: MSN

White House says most drone sightings reports are manned aircraft: 'Slight overreaction'

by: MSN

Labour allowing activist councils to rename roads because of a woke minority is an absolute joke, says Nana Akua

I thought all of this was dead and buried, but unfortunately it's reared its ugly head again. Labour have given the green light for activist councils to rename streets with, you guessed it, links to slavery and the Empire.

by: MSN

Britain announces 50 million pounds Syria aid package

Britain on Sunday announced a 50 million pounds ($63 million) aid package to help vulnerable Syrians after rebels last week overthrew President Bashar al-Assad. WHY IT'S IMPORTANT Millions of Syrians need humanitarian assistance after more than a decade of civil war that shattered much of the country's infrastructure and displaced large numbers of people.

by: MSN

The DA and ActionSA on Dada Morero's decision to move his offices to the Usindiso Building

ActionSA and the Democratic Alliance in Johannesburg have shared different opinions on Dada Morero's decision to move his offices to the Usindiso Building.

by: MSN

Government injects $180m to boost 'vital' local news

A major federal funding initiative is designed to bolster public-interest journalism, with support for newswire AAP, local outlets and Indigenous media.

by: MSN

Emmanuel Macron Tries, Fails, and Tries the Same Thing Again

Emmanuel Macron wants to try again. By tapping François Bayrou as prime minister on Friday, France's president hopes to retain power via a shaky governing coalition between the Macronists and the center-right Républicains.

by: MSN

28 Embarrassingly Funny Times People Tried To Argue Against Free Healthcare And Failed

Debating free healthcare online has always been a minefield of bad takes, but some people manage to go above and beyond with their sheer lack of logic. These individuals passionately argued against free healthcare—only to completely miss the mark,

Sen. Eric Schmitt: FBI Desperately Needs Reform, Kash Patel Is Very Qualified And Will Get Senate's Support

Republican Missouri Sen. Eric Schmitt expresses support for Donald Trump's pick for FBI director, Kash Patel, during an interview with George Stephanopoulos on ABC's "This Week." "This guy served as deputy chief of staff at the Department of Defense,
The article from RealClearPolitics discusses comments made by Senator Eric Schmitt on Fox News regarding the need for reform within the FBI. Schmitt criticizes the current state of the FBI, suggesting it has become politicized and requires significant changes. He supports Kash Patel, a former Trump administration official, for a potential role in leading this reform, stating that Patel is well-qualified and would likely receive Senate support. Schmitt highlights Patel's understanding of the intelligence community and his commitment to depoliticizing the FBI, emphasizing the urgency of restoring public trust in the institution.

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