Thu, December 26, 2024

by: MSN

Korea leads global efforts to expand EPR system for recycling, sustainability

Korea's extended roducer responsibility (EPR) system has become a fundamental aspect of recycling and sustainability efforts here, reinforcing the accountability of companies regarding their recycling efforts.

by: MSN

Ogun gov appoints ex-commissioner as chief of staff

The Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has appointed Oluwatoyin Taiwo as his Chief of Staff. Prior to this appointment, Taiwo was the Deputy Chief of Staff to the governor. This was according to statement signed by the governor's Special Adviser on Media and Strategy,

by: MSN

NY has reaped $29B for roads, bridges and more from 2021 law. Here's where it went

New York has so far taken nearly $29 billion through the $1.2 trillion law signed by President Biden in 2021 largely to fund infrastructure upgrades.

by: MSN

'This Stuff Is Dumb': When Byron Donalds Lost It On Witness Over Biden's Energy Policy

During a House Oversight Committee hearing in 2023, Representative Byron Donalds lost it on a witness over the Biden Administration's energy policy, stating "This stuff is dumb."

by: MSN

Putin Endorses Bitcoin's Role in Russia's Expanding Global Financial Reach

Russia has authorized Bitcoin for international payments, aiming to counter Western sanctions and enhance foreign trade transactions.

by: MSN

Cheltenham's former mayor blasts plans to abolish Borough

Decisions need to be made by local politicians at the local level and this just smacks of centralisation, which is the opposite to devolution'

by: MSN

Delivered what we promised: Raghav Chadha defends AAP's Delhi record

Defending the Delhi government's schemes for people over the years, Raghav Chadha said the AAP "delivered what was promised".

by: MSN

Bosnia's Serb MPs move to block state institutions, EU integration

Lawmakers in Bosnia's Serb Republic regional parliament on Wednesday ordered Serb representatives in state institutions to block decision-making and reform laws needed for the Balkan country's integration into the European Union.

by: MSN

Tripura CM Manik Saha hails government officers for upholding transparency and corruption-free governance

Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha on December 25 praised the state government officers for their vital role in ensuring a corruption-free administration, describing it as a model of good governance.

by: MSN

Former Taiwan Presidential Candidate Ko Indicted for Corruption

Ko Wen-je, a former Taiwanese presidential candidate, has been indicted on corruption charges tied to multiple scandals, including a property redevelopment project during his tenure as Taipei mayor.

by: MSN

South Korea faces 'secondary shock' as political crisis threatens economic stability

South Korea's main opposition Democratic Party of Korea, which holds a majority of seats in the country's 300-member parliament, has officially adopted the impeachment motion against acting president Han Duck-soo as its party policy.

by: MSN

Biden, Trump send different Christmas messages

President-elect Joe Biden urged Americans to reflect, unite, and treat each other with dignity, while President Donald Trump issued a holiday greeting and criticized political opponents, underscoring deep political divisions.

by: MSN

'What's The Holdup?': Byron Donalds Grills U.S. Department Of Energy Official Over Nuclear Power

During a House Oversight committee hearing in 2023, Representative Byron Donalds grilled a U.S. Department of Energy official over the United States' slow implementation of nuclear power.

by: MSN

Trump Takes Shots At 'Radical Left Lunatics' In Surly Christmas Day Message

The president-elect railed against political foes and world leaders in a scathing holiday tirade on Truth Social.

by: MSN

China greenlights world's largest dam, posing risks to India and Bangladesh

China has approved the construction of the world's largest hydropower dam on the Yarlung Zangbo River, aiming to generate 300 billion kWh annually. This project could impact millions downstream in India and Bangladesh,

by: MSN

Russia announces Morocco as a BRICS candidate

Morocco is interested in joining the BRICS, an intergovernmental economic and political organization that includes Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. At least thats what Yuri Ushakov, advisor to the Russian president for international affairs,

by: MSN

Hamas says Gaza ceasefire deal delayed due to new Israeli conditions

Hamas said it showed flexibility and responsibility during the ceasefire and prisoner exchange negotiations in Doha with Qatari and Egyptian mediation.

by: MSN

Syria says 14 security personnel killed in 'ambush' by Assad loyalists

Syria's new rebel-led authorities say 14 interior ministry personnel have been killed and 10 injured in an "ambush" by forces loyal to ousted President Bashar al-Assad in the west of the country. They say the fighting took place near the Mediterranean port of Tartous on Tuesday.

by: MSN

Syria: Over a dozen killed in 'ambush' by Assad loyalists

Several interior ministry personnel were killed in a clash as they went to arrest an officer of the ousted Assad regime. Meanwhile Alawites across the nation protested the decimation of a holy shrine.

by: MSN

Longtime MN State rep Mary Muphy reportedly dies at 85

"Former State Representative Mary Murphy passed away earlier today. I will share service information as soon as it's available. She was a wonderful state representative and human being. So many people will miss her,

by: MSN

Rachel Maddow on Dr. Mehmet Oz: Five things about Trump's pick to lead Medicare & Medicaid Services

How much will Americans get to know about the people Donald Trump is choosing to run the U.S. government? In the absence of any real vetting the way it's usually done, Rachel Maddow presents a Rachel Maddow Show Public Servant Announcement to hopefully help fill that gap.
Wed, December 25, 2024

by: Businessworld

Equality & Opportunity: India's Gen Z Seeks Growth That Includes All, Not Just A Few

A 24-year-old Deepak Sharma believes India is at a pivotal moment in its economic trajectory but is optimistic and cautious about its growth and the road ahead. India's gross domestic product (GDP) growth slowed to 5.

by: kathmandupost

PM Oli briefs party as UML meet discusses service delivery

Ruling partners Congress and UML are teaming up to work on statute amendment and to expedite passage of pending bills.

by: cnbctv18

PM Modi pays rich tribute to Atal Bihari Vajpayee, calls him architect of India's transition into 21st centurt

Get the latest Business News, Live Share & Stock Market Updates, Top News from India and across world. Read Top Business News and updates on financial, economic and banking news on

by: NDTV

"Stands Tall As A Statesman": PM Modi Remembers Atal Bihari Vajpayee

Atal Bihari Vajpayee stands tall as a statesman and continues to inspire countless people, Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrote today, paying tribute to the former Prime Minister on his birth centenary.

by: MSN

Donald Trump's offer to people of Canada in bid to 'take over'

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by: MSN

Libya's eastern-based government agrees to proposal to end fuel subsidies

Libya's eastern-based government said in a statement on Wednesday that it had agreed on a proposal to end fuel subsidies and would prepare a mechanism to implement the agreement. The administration headed by Osama Hamad,

by: Newsroom

Seymour takes aim at politics, the media, and economic recovery

Soon-to-be deputy Prime Minister David Seymour says the Act party is to thank for the coalition Government's ambitious reform agenda

by: MSN

SHAPIRO: 'Blame America' the dumbest fallacy in foreign policy

Last week, after 50 years of tyranny and repression, the government of Bashar Assad fell in Syria. It fell thanks to a combination of three forces: First, Israel's military utterly eviscerated Assad's foreign military support base,

by: MSN

Syrians protest after video of attack on Alawite shrine

Angry protests broke out Wednesday in the heartland of deposed Syrian ruler Bashar al-Assad's Alawite minority, a war monitor and witnesses said, after a video circulated showing an attack on a shrine.

by: MSN

RJD, JD(U) in poster war ahead of assembly polls

PATNA: Bihar politics has already gone into an overdrive even as the assembly elections are still around 10 months away with the RJD and JD (U) sparring over issues like migration and employment. JD(U) MLC and spokesperson Neeraj Kumar released a new poster to attack the Lalu Prasad family and questioned RJD's authority to talk on migration.

by: MSN

Congress booklet against 'misdeeds' of AAP, BJP ahead of Delhi polls

by: MSN

Ex-Clarence Thomas Aide Warns Trump May Cause 'Constitutional Earthquake'

John Yoo, a former clerk for conservative Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas and the former deputy assistant attorney general, warned on a podcast this week that Donald Trump may cause a "constitutional earthquake" with some of his suggested plans once he takes office.

by: legit

List: Top 6 Nigerian Politicians Born on Christmas Day, December

This article highlighted notable Nigerians and other top politicians including ex-President Muhammadu Buhari who were born on December and on Christmas day.

by: MSN

Israel and Hamas blame each other for delays in ceasefire talks as deal inches closer

Israel and Hamas blame each other for delays in ceasefire talks as deal inches closer - Israeli premier Benjamin Netanyahu accuses Hamas of lying and 'reneging on understandings already reached'

by: MSN

Manipur's Crisis Deepens Amidst Leadership Failures And Political Apathy

The intermittent resurgence of unrest and tension has turned Manipur into an open battle zone. Ever since the ethnic fight between the Meitei people, a majority community living in the Imphal Valley,

by: MSN

France's military is being ousted from more African countries

As Paris was devising a new military strategy that would sharply reduce its permanent troop presence in Africa, two of its closest allies struck a double blow. The government of Chad, considered France's most stable and loyal partner in Africa,

by: MSN

Here's what's among the 50 bills Biden signed into law on Christmas Eve

by: MSN

Tokyo ready to strengthen sanctions against Russia - Japanese Prime Minister

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy held talks with Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba. The parties, in particular, discussed sanctions against Russia, according to the press service of the Office of the President of Ukraine.

by: MSN

15,000 Sign Petition Accusing Donald Trump of Violating Christian Values

Over 15,000 people have signed a petition started by the Christian group Faithful America accusing President-elect Donald Trump of violating Christian values with his immigration policies. Newsweek reached out to Trump's transition team via email,

by: MSN

Elon Musk urges supporters not to donate to Wikipedia after it spent $50M on DEI: 'Wokepedia'

Elon Musk urged his supporters not to donate to the nonprofit that runs Wikipedia after the organization budgeted more than $50 million to spend on controversial diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

by: MSN

Biden signs bill to make bald eagle the national bird of the U.S.; all about the bird and why it has been chosen as the national bird

The bald eagle, a powerful symbol of American strength and freedom for over two centuries, has finally been formally declared the national bird of the United States.

by: MSN

AAP's recent setbacks & the bitter Delhi election

AAP, struggling to stay relevant amid leadership crises, was assigned a parliamentary office but faces a crucial battle in upcoming Delhi assembly elections. With anti-incumbency concerns, unfinished promises,

by: MSN

Clashes between Islamists now in power in Syria and Assad's supporters leave casualties

Clashes between Islamists who took over Syria and supporters of ousted President Bashar Assad's government killed two Islamic fighters on Wednesday and wounded others, according to interim officials.

by: MSN

Senior Israeli coalition member gives ultimatum to Ben-Gvir on attorney-general's dismissal

A senior coalition member said that Ben Gvir is "damaging the advancement of critical legislation." Sources close to the minister called these claims "baseless excuses."

by: MSN

Minister blames Oct. 7 onslaught on attorney general, High Court justices

Gali Baharav-Miara and judges divided society by opposing judicial overhaul, thus creating 'atmosphere' terror group wanted for attack, charges Likud party firebrand Amsalem The post Minister blames Oct.

by: MSN

BJP accuses Kejriwal, Atishi of committing 'political fraud' with women and elderly

BJP accused AAP leaders Arvind Kejriwal and Atishi of deceiving women and elderly with non-existent schemes. BJP claimed that people were misled by promises of financial aid and free medical treatment.

by: MSN

Gov Mbah signs N971bn 2025 budget, vows diligent implementation

Europe's microstates: The medieval monarchies that survive in our midst

Continental Europe is home to four microstates with populations of between 30,000 and 80,000 people: Andorra, on the border between France and Spain; Liechtenstein, nestled between Switzerland and Austria;

The article from MSN discusses Europe's microstates, small sovereign states that have retained their independence and unique governance systems amidst larger nations. These include Andorra, Liechtenstein, Monaco, San Marino, and Vatican City. Each microstate has a distinct historical background and political structure, often rooted in medieval times. For instance, Andorra is co-ruled by the President of France and the Bishop of Urgell, Spain, showcasing a unique diarchy. Liechtenstein is a constitutional monarchy with a prince who holds significant power. Monaco, known for its wealth and glamour, is ruled by the Grimaldi family. San Marino claims to be the world's oldest republic, with a system of government that includes two elected Captains Regent. Vatican City, the smallest internationally recognized independent state, is an absolute elective monarchy with the Pope as its sovereign. These microstates not only survive but thrive due to their ability to adapt, their economic niches like tourism, banking, and in some cases, their strategic diplomatic relations with larger neighbors.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/europe-s-microstates-the-medieval-monarchies-that-survive-in-our-midst/ar-AA1wttl5