Tue, December 17, 2024

by: Reuters

Morning Bid: Bonds agitated as Fed meets, G7 politics rumble

A look at the day ahead in U.S. and global markets from Mike Dolan As the Fed meets for the last time this year, there's little doubt in futures markets that it will cut another quarter point off its policy rate.

by: The Financial Times

Poland auctions butter reserve as soaring prices spread to politics

Government's strategic reserves agency to sell 1,000 tonnes in frozen 25kg blocks of unsalted milk-based spread

by: Los Angeles Times

News Analysis: Trump offers murky worldview ahead of second term, mixing dire warnings with rosy promises

President-elect Donald Trump casts himself as a strongman fixer of major problems, but has begun to walk back certain campaign promises.

by: Philadelphia Inquirer

Mayor Cherelle L. Parker launches a new website to show the city's progress on her campaign promises

The website, called Philly Stat 360, shows the city's progress on more than 30 indicators that fall under categories including: Safer, Cleaner, Greener, and Economic Opportunity.

by: The Independent

Justin Trudeau and the downsides of being the handsome poster boy for liberal 'goodness'

In just under 10 years, the prime minister of Canada has gone from the darling of the global liberal pack to a political pariah with an approval rating of less than 30 per cent. Here, Guy Walters look

by: The Age

The achievements of Tim Pallas are stained by rivers of red ink

When the state government should have been showing prudence, it was embarking on projects which it did not have the means to support.

by: Sydney Morning Herald

Death row still a risk when AFP shares intel: inquiry

Days after five members of the Bali Nine returned to Australia, a parliamentary inquiry has warned that more oversight is needed for federal police tasked with overseas co-operation.

by: Las Vegas Review-Journal

Badlands settlement on the agenda for Las Vegas

Las Vegas City Council will discuss a possible settlement on the Badlands case at its Wednesday meeting, wrapping up a lengthy legal battle.

by: U.S. News & World Report

Lawsuit Accuses State Department of Creating Loopholes for Israel on Military Aid and Human Rights

A lawsuit by a group of Palestinians in Gaza and American relatives accuses the State Department of giving Israel a pass when it comes to a U.S. law meant to limit military aid over human rights abuse

by: scrippsnews

Trump will be tasked with navigating the future of AI

President-elect Donald Trump will be tasked with navigating the future of artificial intelligence. Here's what to know.

by: Time

The History That Syria's New Leaders Will Need to Overcome

The Assad regime cultivated ethnic and religious divides that threaten Syria's future even after the dynasty's fall.

by: WLRN

State Rep. Anna Eskamani says she's running for Orlando mayor in 2027

The Democrat says her priorities would include homelessness and affordable housing, public transportation and support for small businesses.

by: NBC News

Congress scrambles to finalize a short-term bill with shutdown deadline days away

House Speaker Mike Johnson said Tuesday the legislation will keep the government open through March 14 and include other provisions like disaster relief and aid to farmers.

by: Yahoo

Abortion-rights organizers talk failed ballot measures and what's next

Most abortion-rights ballot measures succeeded this year, but November marked the first time since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade that some citizen-led bids to restore access failed. Organizers with campaigns in Arkansas,

by: PBS

Americans' confidence in judicial system drops to record low

The United States saw a sharp drop of 24 percentage points over the last four years, setting the country apart from other wealthy nations where most people on average still express trust in their systems.

by: Sudbury Star

Sudbury's Conservative candidate calls on Liberal MPs to bring down their government

Ian Symington, the Conservative candidate for the Sudbury riding, said Monday he is not surprised by Chrystia Freeland's announcement she would resign from the federal cabinet.

by: Graphic

Mahama to prioritise digital economy and fintech to drive job opportunities

President-elect, John Dramani Mahama, has outlined plans to prioritise investments in the digital economy and financial technology (fintech) as part of his strategy to drive economic recovery and improve livelihoods.

by: The New Zealand Herald

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Treasury Secretary Iain Rennie delivered a stern warning to MPs when he appeared before them at Parliament's scrutiny week earlier this month. The challenges once dubbed "medi

by: St. Louis Post-Dispatch

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by: Jefferson Public Radio

Oregon task force ends work without unity on recommendations about raising alcohol taxes

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by: The New York Times

Behind Germany's Political Turmoil, a Stagnating Economy

One of Europe's powerhouses is losing its competitive edge, and the political class can't agree on why — or what to do about it.

by: MSN

Chicago Mayor Johnson grilled by residents at 'chaotic' meeting: 'Your fault'

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by: MSN

'Rumor and conjecture': Trump reportedly considers South Florida Democrat Jared Moskowitz to head FEMA

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by: STAT

Gameto says first baby born using new stem-cell tech

Want to stay on top of the science and politics driving biotech today? Sign up to get our biotech newsletter in your inbox. Good morning. Some exciting

by: Slate

The One Big Roadblock to Trump's Mass Deportation Plans

They already have indicated they want help carrying out mass deportations. They want help policing dissent. And more is sure to come. As Trump conjures new enemies, he will need more help pursuing them.

by: FOX59 News

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by: MSN

Leicestershire could lose its districts and boroughs under new Government plans

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by: Sky

Compensating Waspi women would 'burden' the taxpayer, Sir Keir Starmer says

The announcement has been branded a "day of shame" for the Labour government, who have been accused of turning their backs on pension-aged women.

by: Daily Record

SNP Government ministers banned from using WhatsApp following Covid deletion scandal

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Donald Trump Sues Ann Selzer And The Des Moines Register

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Trump sues Des Moines Register and top pollster over final Iowa survey

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Waspi women will not receive compensation, Government confirms

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

The Truth About Medicare Advantage Claim Denials and How You Can Appeal

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by: MSN

Colorado students benefit from mock government experience

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by: MSN

Trump sues Iowa newspaper and top pollster, Fox News reports

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by: MSN

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by: MSN

Maine lawmakers split on Paid Family and Medical Leave program as contributions begin soon

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by: MSN

India Election Reform: How One Nation, One Poll Works | Watch To Know | Lok Sabha

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by: Sky

Compensating Waspi women 'not fair or value for taxpayer', Liz Kendall says

The announcement has been branded a "day of shame" for the Labour government, who have been accused of turning their backs on pension-aged women.

by: MSN

Battenfeld: Boston City Councilor Ruthzee Louijeune poised to fill vacuum after Michelle Wu gives birth

The birth of Boston Mayor Michelle Wu's third child could leave a power vacuum inside City Hall, leading to a potential battle between City Councilors Ruthzee Louijeune and Ed Flynn to fill the void.

by: MSN

Trump Accuses Biden, Government Of Covering Up Drone Mystery

President-elect Donald Trump accused President Joe Biden and other government officials of hiding information related to the mysterious drones spotted flying over the Northeastern US.

by: MSN

Mystery drones above UK and US 'should be treated as serious national security issue'

That's why - both in the UK and the US - this should be treated as a serious defence and national security issue.'

by: MSN

Gov. Eric Holcomb on the pandemic, travel and eight years in office

Gov. Eric Holcomb has less than a month left in his eight-year run as Indiana's 51st governor. The big picture: Holcomb was first elected in 2016 after incumbent Gov. Mike Pence withdrew from the race to become Donald Trump's running mate.

Americans' confidence in judicial system drops to record low

The United States saw a sharp drop of 24 percentage points over the last four years, setting the country apart from other wealthy nations where most people on average still express trust in their systems.

The article from PBS NewsHour discusses a recent Gallup poll indicating that Americans' confidence in the judicial system has plummeted to a record low. Only 47% of Americans expressed a "great deal" or "quite a lot" of confidence in the U.S. judicial system, marking a significant decline from previous years. This drop in confidence is attributed to several factors including high-profile cases, perceived political bias in judicial decisions, and the controversial confirmation processes of Supreme Court justices. The poll also highlighted a stark partisan divide, with Democrats showing less confidence than Republicans, particularly following decisions that they view as politically motivated. This erosion of trust spans across various demographics, reflecting broader concerns about the impartiality and integrity of the judicial branch.

Read the Full PBS Article at:
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/americans-confidence-in-judicial-system-drops-to-record-low