• Mon, December 16, 2024

by: Boston Herald

Lowry: The Musk effect on Trump's presidency

It's a testament to the energy and drive of Elon Musk that he's now a key adviser to an incoming president of the United States who he helped elect this year — and this is a side

by: Reuters

Malaysia PM appoints Thai heavyweight Thaksin his adviser on ASEAN

Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim on Monday appointed Thailand's billionaire political heavyweight and former premier Thaksin Shinawatra as his personal adviser for when he becomes chair of Southeast Asia's regional bloc next year.

by: moneycontrol.com

Maharashtra Cabinet: Fadnavis' unique formula carries short-term gains but long-term risks

However, what sets apart the oath ceremony for the cabinet expansion of CM Devendra Fadnavis in Nagpur on Sunday is the strategic two-and-a-half-year tenure formula introduced by Fadnavis. This approach offers several advantages for him as the Chief Minister and as a BJP leader.

by: Express & Star

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer - why I am devolving more powers to Richard Parker, mayor for the West Midlands

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: Dhaka Tribune

Tarique: Accountable govt, functional parliament can safeguard people's power

Stressing the importance of employment to strengthen national unity, BNP Acting Chairman Tarique Rahman on Monday said that an accountable government and a functional parliament can safeguard the political power of the people.

by: FOX59 News

'Going to be painful': Venezuelan expert sounds alarm about what's next if sanctuary city policies continue

by: legit

"Tinubu is Not Their Mate": APC Reacts to Obasanjo, Kwankwaso, Obi's 2027 Ploy

APC dismissed the weekend meeting between Obasanjo, Kwankwaso, and Duke, calling it inconsequential to its political dominance under President Tinubu.

by: Houston Chronicle

Fact check: Mike Johnson claims only about 1% of federal employees work in the office

Speaker Mike Johnson's claim seems to reference a survey by a news outlet that says it was not scientific and shouldn't be used to draw conclusions.

by: Fox Business

The federal deficit keeps growing and the Congressional Budget Office has solutions

The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office released a report analyzing 76 policy options for reducing the federal budget deficit, including spending cuts, entitlement and tax reforms.

by: USA Today

Musk, Ramaswamy promise to make cuts through DOGE. Here's how Georgians could be impacted.

Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy have a singular directive under the new Trump administration: make cuts. How will Georgians be impacted?

by: Sydney Morning Herald

New Year's commuter chaos on cards as transport union votes for further action

Industrial action on Sydney's rail network is back on the table after union members voted overwhelmingly to continue their campaign.

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: Business Standard

Development, nationalism have to be viewed from prism of Preamble: VP

Development, nationalism, security, welfare of the people and affirmative government schemes have to be viewed only from the "one prism" of the Preamble of the Constitution, Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar said on Monday.

by: Florida Politics

Gunster expands government affairs practice with launch of Arrow Group

The addition of this talented team will significantly expand our statewide presence in public policy consulting.'

by: MSN

The 'next big thing' for business to tackle? Forced migration, says leadership professor

Michael Hastings urged business leaders to "grab" the issue of forced migration and help refugees and asylum seekers gain access to education and work.

by: MSN

Endgame not yet clear as lawmakers await CR

Lawmakers return for what's expected to be the last workweek of the year with no continuing resolution yet in sight. The text of a stopgap spending bill that would continue funding until at least March 14 was not released over the weekend,

by: MSN

Estonia Sanctions Georgian Leaders Over Anti-Democracy Violence

Estonia has taken a firm stance against the Georgian government, announcing sanctions on more than a dozen top officials, including the Georgian prime minister. The move comes after widespread reports of violent crackdowns on pro-European protesters in Georgia.

by: MSN

Border spending, big deficit expected in fiscal update

The federal government's fall fiscal update is expected to show a significant deficit and outline plans for spending on border security to address potential U.S. tariffs under Donald Trump's second presidency.

by: MSN

Last look: America's messed-up housing market

Fareed explains why housing costs have driven inflation in the US and why the housing market is so difficult to fix.

by: MSN

Moldova's Deputy PM Mihail Pop?oi pays tribute to Mahatma Gandhi at Raj Ghat in New Delhi

Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister of the Republic of Moldova to India Mihail Popsoi Lays Wreath at Raj Ghat.

by: MSN

RFK Jr. Has a Battle Plan to Get Senate Confirmation

The health secretary nominee, after meeting resistance in some corners, plans to play down his vaccine skepticism and pro-abortion stances.

by: MSN

What Jacob Zuma said about political unity among black parties

MK Party president Jacob Zuma said during the party's one-year anniversary celebration that black political parties should unite to gain a two thirds majority.

by: MSN

Germany's Scholz expected to lose confidence vote, triggering early election

Polls suggest that a February election would result in a rightward shift, at a moment when Europe's largest economy is faltering.

by: MSN

Members of Congress send TVA letter calling for brakes on 'polluting' and 'unreliable' gas

Rep. Steve Cohen and Sen. Ed Markey led a Congressional pack echoing concerns of environmental groups regarding TVA's fossil fuel plans.

by: MSN

Let's talk about Bidenomics

A version of this article originally appeared in Quartz's members-only Weekend Brief newsletter. Quartz members get access to exclusive newsletters and more. Sign up here.

by: MSN

What to expect from Yoon's impeachment trial: Time frame, procedure and more

The case was officially filed on Monday, meaning that the court will have 180 days to produce a final decision on whether the president is dismissed from office

by: MSN

Smuggling of cash, drones and Starlink into Russia continues despite increased customs controls and sanctions

Estonia is still recording violations of import rules to Russia, despite introducing enhanced customs controls on the EU's eastern border with Russia and sanctions against the aggressor country. Source: European Pravda,

by: MSN

Flash villas, cars and drugs: Assad's legacy in Latakia

The drive winds between manicured lavender-lined lawns to a crescent-shaped home with a gleaming swimming pool on the Syrian coast: Bashar al-Assad's holiday hideaway disgusts those who now come here.

by: MSN

EV rule change in England under Labour government could be 'fatal'

Industry leaders have warned billions of pounds in UK investment and thousands of jobs are at risk if the Labour Party government considers weakening zero-emission vehicle sales targets.

by: MSN

Maharashtra: Congress MP and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi leaves for Mahabaleshwar

Pune (Maharashtra), December 16 (ANI): Congress MP and Lok Sabha LoP Rahul Gandhi left for Mahabaleshwar in Pune on December 16. He arrived in Pune on December 15. Taarak Mehta Ka Oolta Chashma's Deepti Sadhwani's Stunning 17-Kg Weight Loss Transformation

by: MSN

Priyanka Gandhi carries 'Palestine' bag to Parliament in solidarity with Palestinians

In a show of support for the people of Palestine, Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra on Monday carried a bag to Parliament that had "Palestine" emblazoned on it. The Congress general secretary has been raising her voice against Israel's actions in Gaza and expressing solidarity with Palestinians.

by: MSN

Nigel Farage refuses to take 'woke' anti-bullying training for MPs

Nigel Farage refuses to take 'woke' anti-bullying training for MPs - Nigel Farage's spokesman said he has 'not taken part in "Behaviour Code Awareness Training" and has no intention of engaging with t

by: MSN

Aadhar Update: The Government gave big relief, and again extended the last date for updating Aadhar..

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) has once again given a big relief to the people by extending the deadline for Aadhaar update by 6 months. Earlier, the last date for an Aadhaar update was 14 December 2024,

by: MSN

Government releases economic statement today as Freeland faces heavy pressure over deficit

The federal government unveils its long-awaited fall economic statement today — putting to rest weeks of speculation about a higher-than-projected deficit and the potential failure of other fiscal "anchors" Ottawa claimed would keep its budget on track.

by: MSN

Metro mayors to control railways and housing in 'landmark' devolution plans

Mayors of large cities and regions across England will soon be able to take control of local infrastructure and skills projects under a new devolution bill, which was introduced in Parliament today. The English Devolution White Paper will give metro mayors - directly elected regional leaders who chair combined authorities - significant new powers in

by: MSN

Antony Blinken and UK Foreign Secretary discuss boosting military aid to Ukraine

Secretary of State Antony Blinken spoke with UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy on Dec. 15, emphasizing the need to increase security assistance to Ukraine, particularly as Russia turns to North Korea for military support,

by: MSN

Kemi Badenoch has an Achilles heel and Nigel Farage will be looking to exploit it

The Conservative Party leader has a mountain to climb and both Nigel Farage and Sir Keir Starmer will be on-hand to remind her exactly why that is.

by: MSN

Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso promise visa-free travel amid ECOWAS split

Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso reaffirmed their decision to withdraw from ECOWAS, declaring it irreversible. The trio have announced visa-free travel and residency rights for citizens of the 15-member ECOWAS bloc.

by: MSN

South Korea court begins President Yoon's impeachment trial

Members of parliament in Seoul voted to impeach the president on Saturday after he imposed a short-live martial law order that thrust the country into political chaos. View on euronews

by: MSN

Labor's energy pathway will 'overbuild' and 'overspend'

Shadow Energy Minister Ted O'Brien says "someone is going to have to pay" for the Labor government's expensive and overbuilt energy system.

by: MSN

How Alaska is making government work again

At the end of a bitter and closely divided election season, there's a genuine bright spot for democracy from our 49th state: Alaskans decided to keep the state's system of open primaries and ranked choice voting because it is working.

by: MSN

Sanders on Trump's Jail Comment: Looks Like 'Dictatorship'

President-elect Trump recently said members of the House of Representatives committee that investigated the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot "should be in jail," and President Biden is reportedly considering preemptive pardons for them and others Trump may target.

by: MSN

Germany's Scholz to trigger elections with confidence vote

Germany's embattled Chancellor Olaf Scholz will face parliament Monday to trigger the process towards February 23 elections, in the hope that he can weather a political crisis and win a second term. If Scholz loses the vote,

by: MSN

Cheat sheet on Germany's colour-coded politics

Germany's three-party "traffic light" coalition has collapsed and new elections could bring a "black-red" government while a "Jamaica" or "blackberry" alliance is seen as highly unlikely. - Colourful coalitions - Scholz's collapsed red-yellow-green coalition was dubbed the "traffic light" government.

by: MSN

Ingrid Lewis-Martin, chief advisor to Mayor Eric Adams, resigns; jury could soon vote on indictment

Martin, chief advisor and longtime aide to Mayor Adams, announced she is resigning from her post on Sunday. A grand jury in Lower Manhattan has been hearing evidence against Lewis Martin and could vote on an indictment as soon as this week.

by: MSN

Renewables must be firmed by 'battery storage and gas'

Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister Patrick Gorman says renewables need to be firmed by "battery storage and gas".

by: MSN

National energy strategy faces major setbacks, Court of Auditors reports

The Court of Auditors has sharply criticized the Ministry of Energy Transition and Sustainable Development in its latest report, highlighting several critical issues, including significant delays in the operationalization of major projects,

by: MSN

Talks on M23 crisis stalled as Rwanda, DR Congo Presidents cancel meeting

Efforts to end the years-long M23 crisis, driven by deadly conflicts have hit a setback following the cancellation of the meeting between the Presidents of Congo and Rwanda. ・Setback in efforts to end M23 crisis as meeting between Presidents of Congo and Rwanda canceled ・Controversy and intense scrutiny surrounding the relationship between M23

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.
The article from The Sydney Morning Herald discusses the ongoing situation of the remaining members of the Bali Nine, a group of Australians convicted for attempting to smuggle heroin out of Indonesia in 2005. It highlights the recent developments concerning the two surviving members, Tan Duc Thanh Nguyen and Matthew Norman, who are serving life sentences. The piece explores the possibility of their release or transfer back to Australia, given the changes in Indonesian law regarding drug-related offenses and the advocacy for their repatriation. It also touches on the broader implications of their case, including the impact on Australia-Indonesia relations, the debate over the death penalty, and the personal stories of the convicts' lives behind bars, their expressions of remorse, and the ongoing support from their families and legal teams. The article reflects on the passage of time since their arrest and the evolving perspectives on their punishment and rehabilitation.

Read the Full Sydney Morning Herald Article at:
https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/calling-time-on-the-remaining-bali-nine-members-20241216-p5kynq.html

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