• Sun, December 15, 2024

by: The Irish Times

Stability at Stormont is now the primary objective and 'needed urgently'

Parties must tackle the big issues that affect people's lives, like the health service, good jobs, schools and the environment

by: ABC News

Rep. Nancy Mace's position on LGBTQ community appears to have changed

McIntyre was arrested and has pleaded not guilty to charges of assaulting a government official. In a post on X following the incident, Mace called McIntyre "a pro-tr*ns man." Mace's recent remarks appear to be a shift from her comments in years past ...

by: CNN

Trump attends Army-Navy game as incoming administration takes shape

President-elect Donald Trump and a group of allies will attend today's Army-Navy football game, including would-be members of his Cabinet who are vying for confirmation. Follow for live updates.

by: The Dispatch / The Rock Island Argus

Maintenance, efficiency, new standards: East Moline officials plan water improvements

Over $150 million will be needed over the next 10 years to fund the improvements, with rate increases for businesses and residents footing a portion of the bill.

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: 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: ABC

Mayorkas says federal authorities are addressing New Jersey drone sightings

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas said the federal government is taking action to address the drone sightings that have prompted concern in New Jersey.

by: legit

Year in Review: 5 Influential Female Politicians in Nigeria in 2024

Legit.ng looked into the most influential female politicians in Nigeria in 2024, including Oluremi Tinubu, Ireti Heebah Kingibe, and Uju Kennedy Ohanenye.

by: The New Zealand Herald

Audrey Young: Supreme Court forces rethink on Government approach to foreshore and seabed

The Supreme Court's lightning-fast judgment this month on how the foreshore and seabed law should be interpreted has had the intended effect but it may be only short-term. In ru

by: The Daily Telegraph

Kemi Badenoch: I want to follow Trump and Musk's efficiency drive

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

by: Rolling Stone

Inside the Classrooms at the Center of the Church-State Battle

"The law says that every teacher, all public-­school teachers, have to post the Ten Commandments in the front of their classroom, in a certain size font, and that they're legally obligated to do this. I represent teachers to say 'That is unconstitutional.'"

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

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

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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,

by: MSN

Are Stormont ministers' plans a Christmas wish list?

With ministers penning their strategies, Enda McClafferty looks at whether they are realistic or wish lists.

by: MSN

David Cameron, Theresa May And Buckingham Palace: The 'H6' Spy Controversy Unfolds

The Buckingham Palace controversy surrounding alleged Chinese spy 'H6' deepens with revelations of his meetings with former UK prime ministers David Cameron and Theresa May.

by: MSN

Pennsylvania's $10.2 Million Farmland Preservation Push Sparks Debate on Housing Crisis and Food Security

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is doubling down on its commitment to protecting farmland, announcing a bold $10.2 million investment to shield 2,842 acres across 31 farms in 13 counties from

by: MSN

Water bills set to rise by a fifth as government calls for 'complete reset' of sector

Water bills are set to rise by at least 21 per cent as the government slams a "failure of regulation and governance" within the sector.

by: MSN

NewJeans, IU, Park Chan-wook show solidarity with impeachment protesters

The entertainment industry, including K-pop act NewJeans, singer IU, Girls' Generation's Yuri and acclaimed filmmaker Park Chan-wook, united in supporting citizens calling for the impeachment of President Yoon Suk Yeol.

by: MSN

Geoff Russ: Canada's failing multiculturalism needs a rethink

Support for Canadian multiculturalism is not a free-flowing fountain of unlimited harmony and goodwill. It has limits, and they have been breached for all to see. On Friday, Liberal MP Chandra Arya reported that he was threatened by fellow Liberal Sukh Dhaliwal and aggressively accosted by another unnamed MP in the hallways of Parliament.

by: MSN

Our village will be home to Labour's SUPER PRISON

EXCLUSIVE: Villagers living close to the site of Labour's touted 'super-prison' fear their skies will soon be swamped by 'drug drones'.

Stability at Stormont is now the primary objective and 'needed urgently'

Parties must tackle the big issues that affect people's lives, like the health service, good jobs, schools and the environment
The article from The Irish Times, published on December 15, 2024, discusses the urgent need for stability at Stormont, Northern Ireland's devolved government. It highlights the ongoing political instability and the frequent collapses of the power-sharing executive, which have led to repeated suspensions of the Northern Ireland Assembly. The piece emphasizes that the primary objective now is to ensure a stable government to address critical issues like public services, economic development, and community relations. It points out the necessity for all parties to engage constructively, put aside historical grievances, and work towards a sustainable governance model. The article also mentions the role of external stakeholders, including the UK and Irish governments, in facilitating this stability, and underscores the importance of implementing reforms to prevent future collapses.

Read the Full The Irish Times Article at:
https://www.irishtimes.com/politics/2024/12/15/stability-at-stormont-is-now-the-primary-objective-and-needed-urgently/