Tue, December 17, 2024

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: The New York Times

Elon Musk Met With Nigel Farage at Mar-a-Lago

The British politician shared an image on social media that showed him at Donald Trump's Florida resort with the tech billionaire.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: Las Vegas Review-Journal

Nevada electors cast votes for Trump, Vance in 2024 election

Nevada's Republican electors — two of whom were labeled 'fake electors' based on actions after the 2020 election — legitimately cast electoral votes for President-elect Donald Trump and Vice

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: briefly

Papa Penny Claims Government Is Destroying Jacob Zuma's Legacy Because of Jealousy, Mzansi Laughs

Papa Penny claimed government are destroying everything Jacob Zuma put together during his presidency because of jealousy, but South Africans found it laughable.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: Slate

The Supreme Court Has the Chance to Take Up a "DEFCON 1 Legal Scandal"

A federal appeals court panel has referred to the arrangement as a " dodgy side hustle " and an "utterly bonkers" violation of the right to a fair trial. Other federal judges have called it a " DEFCON 1 legal scandal ."

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: ABC

Ocasio-Cortez loses bid to be top Democrat on House Oversight Committee

Va., fended off a challenge from progressive Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., to become the House Oversight Committee's top-ranked Democrat.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: The New York Times

For Years, U.S. Collected Tips About Austin Tice's Disappearance in Syria

Nongovernmental workers and journalists have scoured prisons for clues about his fate in the absence of an official American presence in the country.

Tue, Dec 17th 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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,

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Mail starts moving again, but union calls it a 'sad day' for workers and the public

Postal workers in St. John's stayed on the picket line right up until 8 a.m. Tuesday, when they returned to work, as per an order from Canada's Industrial Relations Board. Craig Dyer, head of the local postal workers' union,

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Nigel Farage and party treasurer Nick Candy meet Elon Musk at Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort

Nigel Farage and his party treasurer have met with Elon Musk at Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort for the first time since rumours surfaced of a multi-million donation from the tech tycoon.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Trump files suit against Iowa pollster Anne Selzer and Des Moines Register newspaper

Donald Trump sued Ann Selzer, her polling firm, the Des Moines Register, and the newspaper's parent company Gannett, in a Polk County, Iowa court on Monday night, according to a copy of the filing reviewed by NBC News,

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Why are the Houthis attacking Israel - and can they be deterred?

The Houthis may think they can get away with anything without paying a price. The question is, what price is enough to make them stop?

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Donald Trump Sues Iowa Pollster And Des Moines Register Over Pre-Election Poll

Donald Trump has filed his lawsuit against Iowa pollster Ann Selzer, the Des Moines Register and Gannett, claiming they engaged in "election interference" with a poll published just before the election showing that Kamala Harris was ahead in the state by three points.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

How Trump divided Trudeau and Freeland

The Great State of Canada is stunned as the Finance Minister resigns, or was fired, from her position by Governor Justin Trudeau," Trump shared on Truth Social late Monday night. "Her behavior was totally toxic and not at all conducive to making deals which are good for the very unhappy citizens of Canada.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Denmark frees anti-whaling activist Paul Watson and refuses Japan extradition request

Anti-whaling activists and protesters have argued that the arrest warrant against Watson is part of a politically motivated effort to sanitise Japan's whaling practices, which the Japanese government claims are sustainable and focused on scientific research.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Biden's FTC is banning 'junk fees' for hotels and concert tickets

The Federal Trade Commission on Tuesday delivered the latest salvo in President Joe Biden's bid to take on so-called "junk fees" with a final rule targeted at "bait-and-switch" pricing in the live-event ticketing and hotel industries.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Melania Trump makes rare admission about 'myself and Barron' at Mar-a-Lago dinner

Melania showed her appreciation for the support she and Barron have received during the whirlwind campaign and election aftermath

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: The New Zealand Herald

More tax, fewer services - Treasury's forecasts a grim warning to MPs and New Zealanders

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

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Missouri House speaker unveils push to cut red tape and spending

Just as Trump has tapped billionaire Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy to oversee his efforts to root out waste in the federal government, Rep. Jon Patterson, R-Lee's Summit, said the goal is to streamline the bureaucracy and save money.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Justin Trudeau on 'brink of resigning' after Deputy PM quits following Trump's tariff warning

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has been left "considering his options" following the sudden resignation of his Finance Minister. Chrystia Freeland, who also served as Deputy Prime Minister, quit on Monday after clashing with Trudeau over spending policies and the handling of potential US tariffs imposed by incoming President Donald Trump.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

'Standing by to help': Red state reveals plan to purchase auctioned border wall materials to store for Trump

Texas Republican officials say they want to try and purchase and store border wall materials that are no longer being used by the Biden administration and are being auctioned.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: Jefferson Public Radio

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

A legislative task force studying the public health impacts of alcohol abuse and whether to raise alcohol taxes for addiction treatment has ended its work without endorsing any specific recommendations.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

The Hill's Changemakers: Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas)

Rep. Jasmine Crockett rocked the boat this Congress — just her first term on Capitol Hill — and there's no reason to think she won't make more waves in the next. The Texas Democrat has quickly emerged as among the most prominent of the Democrats' young and rising stars,

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Writer who spoke to Luigi Mangione months before killing reveals he alluded to frustrations with healthcare industry

Gurwinder Bhogal, a writer, joined CNN on Tuesday and discussed a phone call he had with suspected UnitedHealthcare killer months prior to the murder, and said he alluded to frustrations with the U.S.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Trump sues Des Moines Register and top pollster for survey released the day before the election

Donald Trump is suing the Des Moines Register, its top pollster J. Ann Selzer, her firm, and the newspaper's parent group Gannett, alleging news coverage of Selzer's poll showing Kamala Harris with a surprising lead was used to fraudulently boost his ...

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

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

Chicago reporter William J. Kelly discusses wasteful spending and bloated government in the Windy City.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

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

U.S. Rep. Jared Moskowitz, the Broward-Palm Beach county Democrat, is reportedly under consideration by President-elect Donald Trump to head the Federal Emergency Management Agency. CNN reported that Moskowitz "is a top contender" for FEMA administrator during the coming Trump administration,

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: FOX59 News

DOGE Caucus founding member debuts 2 bills to kick-start waste cuts in Trump term

Okla., is introducing two bills targeting pandemic-era fraud as part of his advocacy for government reform with the Senate's DOGE Caucus.

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 by: MSN

Leicestershire could lose its districts and boroughs under new Government plans

The Government has said it 'will expect all two-tier areas' to develop proposals to merge into single authorities

Tue, Dec 17th 2024 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.

SNP deputy leader slams Labour government's 'betrayal of pensioners' after rejecting compensation for WASPI women

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Work and Pension Secretary Liz Kendall announced that around 3.5 million women born in the 1950s will not be given any sort of financial compesation.

The article discusses the backlash from the SNP's deputy leader, Keith Brown, against the Labour government's decision to reject compensation for the Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign. The WASPI women, born in the 1950s, were affected by changes to the state pension age which were not adequately communicated, leading to financial hardship. Brown criticized Labour for betraying pensioners by not addressing this issue, especially after the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman recommended compensation. He highlighted the government's failure to act on the ombudsman's findings, accusing Labour of ignoring the needs of these women who have faced significant financial difficulties due to the pension age increase. This stance has been seen as a political misstep by Labour, potentially alienating a significant voter base.

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