Mon, December 16, 2024

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: The Age

NDIS gets $1b injection to slow growth even as budget slides into deficit

New ways of assessing people for NDIS support will add to a series of changes that are slowing growth of the $47 billion scheme but also revoking people's plans at higher rates.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: The West Australian

Federal Government finds $14.6 billion for Budget, not enough to cover $25.1 billion in unavoidable spending

The Federal Government has found another $14.6 billion to cut or shift around within the Budget - but that is not enough to cover 'unavoidable' and 'automatic' spending.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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?

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.'

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: FOX59 News

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

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: MSN

China Races to Squelch Unrest as Signs of Economic Malaise Spread

Faced with rising social frustrations and public unrest, China's leaders are ramping up security measures and squelching discordant views on the country's economic health. A spate of deadly attacks in China in recent weeks—including mass stabbings and car-ramming incidents—has unnerved officials and ordinary people alike,

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: MSN

As Trump promises mass deportations, Central America braces for an influx of vulnerable migrants

Larissa Martínez is among those who have struggled to reintegrate into Honduran society after being deported from the U.S. in 2021 with her three children. Driven by economic desperation and the absence of her husband,

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: MSN

Will Trump and RFK Jr. Try to Ban or Restrict Any Vaccines?

Trump is insisting he isn't against vaccines while also echoing Kennedy's unfounded concerns. Here's the latest on their comments and plans.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: MSN

Gale of Defections: Labour Party suffers huge set back ahead 2027

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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!"

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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

[ Mon, Dec 16th 2024 ]: 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

[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ]: 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...

[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ]: 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 ...

[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ]: 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.

[ Sun, Dec 15th 2024 ]: 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.

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.

The article discusses the recent decision by Mali, Niger, and Burkina Faso to establish a visa-free travel policy among themselves, following their exit from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). This move comes as part of their efforts to strengthen regional ties and assert their sovereignty after withdrawing from ECOWAS due to political tensions, particularly over the issue of military coups in these countries. The leaders of these nations, all of which are currently under military rule, have expressed intentions to create a new confederation, aiming to enhance security, economic, and political cooperation. This initiative is seen as a response to ECOWAS's sanctions and a broader strategy to navigate their international relations independently of the regional bloc. The visa-free policy is intended to foster greater unity and mobility among the citizens of these three countries, amidst their ongoing political realignment.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-za/politics/government/mali-niger-and-burkina-faso-promise-visa-free-travel-amid-ecowas-split/ar-AA1vVUZB