Fri, December 27, 2024

by: ABC

Musk and Ramaswamy spar with Trump supporters over support for H-1B work visas

Musk and Ramaswamy have found themselves at odds with some of Trump's supporters over their support for H-1B visas, which allow foreign professionals to work in America.

by: CNN

What the only battleground Democrat to do better than Trump says his party needs to learn

Josh Stein's victory in this year's North Carolina governor's race was huge. And his opponent was widely seen as the weakest Republican in a major race this cycle.

by: Oregonian

German president calls snap election, decries 'blatant' interference from Elon Musk's X

German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier dissolved parliament and set the country's snap election for Feb. 23, formally endorsing a timetable proposed by Chancellor Olaf Scholz.

by: WLRN

After complaints, referendum and lawsuit, controversial outdoor gym at Miami park is now open

A fence blocking off an outdoor gym at Maurice A. Ferré Park went down over the holiday, after a yearlong battle between residents and city hall regarding the equipment's installation.

by: nysfocus

New York's Climate Law, Traffic Congestion, and a Second Trump Term: 2024 in Review

New York Focus climate reporter Colin Kinniburgh reflects on his environmental coverage over the past year and what's coming on the beat in 2025.

by: MSN

Top 10 stories that shaped Georgia politics and policy in 2024, a swing state year for the ages

All aboard ye ol' time machine as we take stock of the year's biggest stories in Georgia politics. The first stop on our journey is January of 2024, which was exactly one million years ago. Or so it seems to your narrator.

by: MSN

Assam: Villagers forced to use pond and stream water as Jal Jeevan Mission fails in Bokakhat

Shilbheta village battles a severe water crisis as the Jal Jeevan Yojana project fails. Villagers urge government action for safe drinking water.

by: NewsX

BPR 2024: Narendra Modi Secures Historic Third Term: Challenges And Achievements in Focus

Narendra Modi was sworn in as India's Prime Minister for a record third consecutive term in 2024, a milestone that cements his legacy as one of the country's

by: MSN

South Korea: Acting president's impeachment extends upheaval

Lawmakers have impeached acting President and Prime Minister Han Duck-soo, deepening South Korea's political turmoil. The nation's politics is likely to be confrontational and chaotic for the foreseeable future.

by: MSN

Vladimir Putin: Russia is 'striving' to end the conflict in Ukraine

Vladimir Putin says Russia is 'striving' to end the conflict in Ukraine. The Russian President said the Government was prepared to use intermediate-range hypersonic ballistic missiles or to use more powerful intermediate-range weapons.

by: MSN

Why my organization just launched an inquiry into Musk and Ramaswamy's DOGE

As co-chairs of DOGE, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, will not be bound by conflict-of-interest law. But the law says such groups must operate with transparency.

by: Yahoo

Dear Democrats: I survived the Biden administration. You'll survive Trump. | Opinion

Democrats won't love a Trump administration. I certainly couldn't stand the Biden-Harris administration, and I'm glad to see it come to an end.

by: Firstpost

Why Manmohan Singh was always spotted wearing a blue turban

As India mourns the loss of former PM Manmohan Singh, reflections of his public life are once again in the spotlight, including his iconic blue turban. But do you know the reason behind his fashionable colour choice?

by: MSN

Anger and frustration over new National Park

An extended public consultation into whether Galloway should become Scotland's third national park reaches the halfway point.

by: CounterPunch

Deception and Politics From Washington to Tel Aviv

In these difficult times, the voice of the late Palestinian-American scholar, Edward Said is ever present, "Writing is the final resistance we have

by: MSN

Starmer smothering Britain in red tape as Labour found to have established new quango every week since election win

Labour has created 25 new quangos since taking office, averaging one unelected body per week, analysis has revealed. The proliferation of arms-length bodies, task forces and advisory councils comes as economic growth has stalled following Labour's election victory and £40billion in tax rises.

by: Mediaite

Elon Musk Endorses Post Suggesting Americans Are Too 'Retarded' To Do Skilled Jobs

Billionaire Trump surrogate Elon Musk endorsed a post on Thursday which suggested Americans were too "retarded" to be hired for skilled jobs.

by: MSN

Councils can't make halal certification a 'must' for licence renewal, says Nga

by: MSN

How Manmohan Singh revitalised India's economy and global standing

As the chief architect of India's 1991 economic liberalisation, Manmohan Singh's policies helped steer India away from a severe financial crisis, positioning the country as one of the world's fastest-growing economies.

by: MSN

Manmohan Singh, Indian ex-PM and architect of economic reform, dies at 92

Former Indian prime minister Manmohan Singh has died at the age of 92. Singh was one of India's longest-serving prime ministers and he was considered the architect of key liberalising economic reforms,

by: MSN

Government 'committed' to banning trail hunting

As Boxing Day hunts gather, campaigners have urged the government to deliver on its manifesto pledge.

by: Forbes

How Long Will US Energy Sector, And Government, Survive A High Dollar

Major US stakeholders historically loved a strong dollar. This is changing as the high dollar is forcing foreign governments to sell bonds, increasing rates the US pays.

by: MSN

Why MAGA turning against their own? Nikki Haley and Laura Loomer slam Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy on immigration

Amid growing criticism of Sriram Krishnan's controversial stance on immigration, Republican leader Vivek Ramaswamy took to social media to defend the hiring trends in tech, emphasizing cultural factors over intellectual capabilities.

by: MSN

I have represented Glasgow at the city chambers, Holyrood and now Westminister

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by: MSN

The taxpayers who fought Solihull Council and won in 2024

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access information on a device and to provide personalised ads and content, ad and content measurement, audience insights and product development. List of Partners (vendors)

by: MSN

Why Musk and Vance's efforts to normalize this extreme-right party in Germany is so alarming

Elon Musk and Trump's vice president-elect JD Vance praised AfD, a German political party so extreme that other European far-right parties booted it from their coalition.

by: MSN

Sara Netanyahu suspected of political harassment, Israel's AG orders probe

It's the latest in a long line of legal troubles for the Netanyahus with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu charged with fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes in a series of cases alleging he exchanged favours with powerful media moguls and wealthy associates.

by: BBC

What to watch out for in Welsh politics in 2025

Early in 2025 the focus will shift to buses, which carry three-quarters of all Welsh public transport journeys. Waiting for the Bus Bill has been a bit like waiting for, errr... a bus. It's been a while, with these plans having first been published in 2022.

by: Reuters

Canada ministers to meet Trump aides in Florida over tariff risks

Canada's new finance minister Dominic LeBlanc and Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly will meet aides to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump in Florida on Friday to discuss the risks of imposing new trade tariffs,
Thu, December 26, 2024

by: MSN

Manmohan Singh leaves a long legacy: His political, economic achievements

Dr Manmohan Singh, who held the Finance portfolio in his early political days, played a key role in ushering in economic reforms in the 1990s.

by: MSN

United States under President Biden was a 'prisoner,' oil exec says

United Refining Chairman & CEO John Catsimatidis explains how President-elect Trump's policies will impact energy and oil and weighs in on consumer optimism.

by: Sky

Reform UK overtakes Conservative membership - Nigel Farage calls it 'historic', Kemi Badenoch says numbers are 'fake'

Reform UK and Nigel Farage have been involved in a series of furious exchanges online with Tory leader Kemi Badenoch.

by: MSN

Trump's vow could make the swamp 'bigger and slimier than ever': columnist

Donald Trump once vowed to "drain the swamp" tapping into populist frustrations with Washington, D.C, but a Wall Street Journal columnist warned that if the president-elect's plans for broad tariffs succeed,

by: cnbctv18

Dr. Manmohan Singh Live Updates: State mourning in India till Jan 1; Last rites to be held on Saturday: Congress

Here are the live updates on former PM Dr Manmohan Sing's death and reactions on his demise with CNBC-TV18's blog

by: MSN

Political earthquake as most controversial woman in one state returns

Victoria's Liberal opposition has dramatically voted banished colleague Moira Deeming back into the fold in a landslide 23 votes to 4 - and the party's leader has been replaced.

by: MSN

Germany Opened Its Doors to Migrants. Now It's Struggling to Cope.

Even before the Christmas market attack, the nation was straining under the influx. But the economy needs new workers.

by: MSN

President Yoon assembles legal team for impeachment and martial law cases

President Yoon Suk Yeol has appointed a legal defense team to handle his impeachment trial and investigations related to his brief imposition of martial law, his representatives said Friday.

by: MSN

We didn't force staff to attend Xmas do, says ministry

by: MSN

Umno needs drastic change to stay in govt, analysts say

by: cnbctv18

LIVE BLOG: Last rites of Dr Manmohan Singh's to be conducted with full state honour, 7 day mourning likely

Here are the live updates on former PM Dr Manmohan Sing's death and reactions on his demise with CNBC-TV18's blog

by: MSN

Who Got Duped? MAGA Activists Worry That Nativism And Tech Oligarchy May Not Go Hand In Hand

Over the past few days, a fight has erupted within the MAGA right over legal immigration, specifically about whether the country should admit more high-skilled immigrants. On the one side, you have opportunistic tech oligarchs like Elon Musk and David Sacks.

by: MSN

The most memorable 2024 Senate moments: A convict, a defection, and a new majority

by: MSN

Donald Trump Slams Justin Trudeau Again, Wants Canada To Be Merged With America

Donald Trump is all set to take office in January 2025, and it looks like he has an agenda already. His aversion to Canadian PM Justin Trudeau is pretty well-known as he's quite open about it. Trump has also called out Trudeau every now and then and he has done so yet again.

by: MSN

Jackson lawmaker again wants to reintroduce civics education into the classroom

Brown has authored legislation requiring civics education to be reintroduced in public schools six times in six years.

by: MSN

Tories accuse Farage of 'fakery' over claims Reform now has more members than Conservatives

Tories accuse Farage of 'fakery' over claims Reform now has more members than Conservatives - The party has been on a push to boost its membership in recent weeks

by: MSN

Universities tell international students to return to U.S. before Trump's inauguration

The potential for mass deportations and travel restrictions has spurred more than a dozen U.S. universities to tell international students to return to the United States before Jan. 20.

by: MSN

Relief, defiance, anger: Families and advocates react to Biden's death row commutations

Victims' families and others affected by crimes that resulted in federal death row convictions shared a range of emotions on Monday, from relief to anger, after

by: MSN

ICE deports former high-ranking Somalian military official accused of torture and terror

ICE officials in Washington, D.C., deported a former high-ranking Somalian military officer who allegedly carried out torture, terror and other human rights abuses on civilians.

Legal battles and funding woes: California housing 2024 year in review

California officials continued to fight with cities that don't want to build more housing and everyone struggled to find more money to pay for new housing.

The article from MSN, titled "Legal Battles and Funding Woes: California Housing 2024 Year in Review," discusses the ongoing challenges in California's housing sector throughout 2024. It highlights the state's struggle with housing affordability and availability, exacerbated by legal disputes over housing policies and funding issues. Key points include the impact of court rulings on housing development, the state's efforts to increase housing supply through various legislative measures, and the persistent problem of funding, where despite significant investments, the gap between housing needs and available resources remains wide. The review also touches on the political and economic implications of these housing issues, noting how they influence local and state elections, community resistance to new developments, and the broader economic landscape of California.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/legal-battles-and-funding-woes-california-housing-2024-year-in-review/ar-AA1wzQSA