Fri, December 27, 2024

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

If You Ride Public Land, You Should Have to Buy a License

As should folks who hike, bike, backpack, camp, and otherwise recreate on public land.

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

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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: 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: 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: 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: Reuters

Manmohan Singh, India's reluctant prime minister, dies aged 92

Described as a "reluctant king" in his first stint as prime minister, the quietly spoken Manmohan Singh was arguably one of India's most successful leaders.

by: MSN

Membership of UK's anti-immigration Reform party surpasses Conservatives

Membership of Britain's upstart anti-immigration Reform UK party has overtaken that of the centre-right Conservative Party for the first time, the party said Thursday, as Tories disputed the numbers.

by: MSN

Donald Trump wishes 'Merry Christmas' to 'left lunatics' in frenzy of social posts

US President Joe Biden and incoming successor Donald Trump shared contrasting Christmas messages. Biden sent a traditional message of kindness and compassion. Trump, on the other hand, criticized the radical left,

by: MSN

'Manmohan Singh Lost Consciousness At Home': What AIIMS Statement Said

Manmohan Singh lost consciousness suddenly at his residence on Thursday evening and was immediately rushed to the emergency department of AIIMS Delhi at 8:06 pm.

by: MSN

Zelenskyy talks to Serbian president about strengthening relations

President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has held a telephone conversation with his Serbian counterpart Aleksandar VuÄ?ić. Source: European Pravda, citing Zelenskyy on X (Twitter) Details: Zelenskyy said he discussed "strengthening relations" between Ukraine and Serbia with VuÄ?ić and thanked Belgrade for its financial and humanitarian support.

by: MSN

Dan Crenshaw Goes OFF on Catturd and 'Sad Little' MAGA 'Trolls' Smearing Him: 'A Total Lie'

Rep. Dan Crenshaw (R-TX) teed off on a number of "sad little" MAGA "trolls" who spent Christmas eve and day lobbing a false accusation at the congressman. The post Dan Crenshaw Goes OFF on Catturd and 'Sad Little' MAGA 'Trolls' Smearing Him: 'A Total Lie' first appeared on Mediaite.

by: MSN

CoreCivic, Geo Group Rally By Double Digits Since Election Day: Why Trump Boosts Private Prison Stocks

President-elect Donald Trump's second term could provide for-profit prisons an economic and regulatory boon amid Trump's plans to deport people living in the country illegally. Private Prisons: Corecivic Inc (NYSE:CXW) and Geo Group Inc (NYSE:GEO) are the two largest private prison operators in the United States.

by: MSN

'It's in a lot of labor contracts': Trump's plans for gov't workers headed for brick wall

President-elect Donald Trump's threat to fire thousands of federal workers unless they return to their office spaces will be met with fierce resistance from employees - and their union contracts, according to a Washington Post report.

by: MSN

The great liberaliser: Manmohan Singh dies at 92

Manmohan Singh instituted a string of social protection schemes that boosted rural wages and bolstered marginalised communities

by: MSN

Mergers that were blocked or challenged by the Biden admin in 2024

Several prominent mergers and acquisitions have been blocked or challenged by the Biden-Harris administration in 2024, including the proposed deal between Albertsons and Kroger.

by: MSN

'Want to go to prison?' MAGA lawyer threatens Arizona AG

Pro-Donald Trump lawyer Mike Davis of the Article III Project is going after Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes, claiming, "You disenfranchised AZ voters and stole your election from Abraham Hamadeh.

by: MSN

Hochul signs $75B climate superfund bill targeting oil companies

Oil and gas companies could be on the hook for billions of dollars to compensate for environmental pollution after Gov. Kathy Hochul on Thursday signed the Climate Change Superfund Act, a long-cherished priority for advocates who blame global warming on fossil fuels.

by: MSN

Column-Why US Congress restored Social Security benefits for public-sector retirees: Mark Miller

Social Security is an earned benefit. You become eligible by paying the payroll tax during your working years, and the amount you get is geared to your wage history - with a glaring exception. Since the 1980s,

by: MSN

Pakistan military court convicts 60 over pro-Khan unrest

The men were among hundreds arrested after they attacked military and government buildings following former Prime Minister Imran Khan's arrest. The military tribunals have been widely criticized by the West.

by: MSN

'Aiding and abetting': Congressman threatens to defund California over plan to defy Trump

A North Carolina Republican lawmaker suggested on Fox News this week that the federal government should strip California of funding. This came in response to reporting that Gov. Gavin Newsom plans a network of support programs to resist mass deportation efforts by the Trump administration,

by: MSN

'Great son of India': Left, Right, Centre together in tribute

Manmohan Singh, 92, the architect of India's economic reforms, breathed his last at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences

by: MSN

Trump's top border adviser says he will bring back family detention

Tom Homan oversaw implementation of the "zero tolerance" policy that separated more than 4,000 children from their parents during Trump's first term.

The taxpayers who fought Solihull Council and won in 2024

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The article from MSN discusses a significant legal victory for taxpayers against Solihull Council in 2024. Residents of Solihull, a borough in the West Midlands, UK, challenged the council's decision to increase council tax by 4.99% without a referendum, which they argued was unlawful under local government finance rules. The case, spearheaded by a group of local taxpayers, went to court where it was ruled that the council had indeed breached regulations by not holding a referendum for such a tax hike. The court's decision not only nullified the tax increase but also set a precedent for how local councils must adhere to financial regulations concerning tax increases. This victory was celebrated as a win for local democracy and accountability, highlighting the power of community action in holding local government to account.

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