Sun, December 29, 2024

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Trump and Musk: Democrats Exploit Rivalry for Advantage

Democrats Eager to Exploit Rivalry** As the political landscape shifts with the approach of Trump's anticipated second term, an intrigui

by: WESA

Scrutiny and secrecy defined Pa. debates over how to spend opioid settlement billions in 2024

This was a crucial year for opioid settlement money in Pennsylvania. For the first time, counties across the state faced serious accountability from a powerful state oversight board. The board scrutinized their decisions on how to spend initial payments from what is expected to total billions of dollars.

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Advisor Mahfuz claims he hears India won't return deposed PM Hasina

Advisor Mahfuz Alam has said he has learned of India's "political decision" not to return ousted prime minister Sheikh Hasina despite Bangladesh's request.

by: Yahoo

The brilliant life and troubled presidency of Jimmy Carter

Earl Carter's politics were segregationist and white supremacist ... Carter's main achievement as governor was a major reorganization of the state government, to consolidate agencies and introduce more efficiency. But his limitations as an executive ...

by: Time

Jimmy Carter's Commitment to Religious Liberty Should Guide Us All

Lesser known, and particularly relevant for American politics today, is our 39th president's commitment to the Baptist value of religious liberty. The United States' most religious president in recent memory was also the most committed to the separation of church and state.

by: Time

Jimmy Carter Was the Most Successful Conservative President of the Last Five Decades

Common conceptions of Carter are all wrong because they don't acknowledge a crucial reality: he was a conservative.

by: MSN

MAGA 'Civil War' Explained: Tech Leaders and Far Right Clash Over Foreign Worker Visas

Political observers caution that the growing divide could undermine Trump's ability to fulfill his campaign promises.

by: MSN

Tributes pour in following death of former President Jimmy Carter

Tributes are pouring in following the death of former President Jimmy Carter. Read about how the 39th U.S. president is being remembered.

by: MSN

Trump hasn't permanently changed GOP, Sununu says

President-elect Trump is set to return to the White House in a few weeks, but Connecticut Gov. Chris Sununu said Sunday that he hasn't permanently altered the GOP. Driving the news: Fractures have formed among Trump allies and members of the Republican Party as they engage in battles over H-1B visas and the future of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.

by: MSN

Putin reshapes diplomacy with Taliban, HTS delisting move

Vladimir Putin signed a law allowing the removal of the Taliban and Hayat Tahrir al-Sham from the list of terrorist organizations. This represents a step towards changing relations with these groups.

by: MSN

Netanyahu is getting his prostate removed as he faces crises on multiple fronts

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is having his prostate removed on Sunday, his office said, a procedure that comes as he manages multiple crises at once, including the ongoing war in Gaza and his own trial for alleged corruption.

by: MSN

Higher Education Must Champion Democracy, Not Surrender to Fascism

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10 things we have learned so far from the State papers

Fears over 'boisterous' Irish fans at the 1994 World Cup, republicans 'paralysed' by 2003 Stakeknife revelations, and film censor's warning over Elvis Presley's 'suggestive' dancing

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The Day Matt Gaetz's Botox Overshadowed his Trump Speech at RNC

Jokes and memes about Representative Matt Gaetz's speech at the Republican National Convention are exploding on the internet —but for all the wrong reasons. On the night of July 17 in Milwaukee, Gaetz reiterated his unwavering support for Republican nominee and former President Donald Trump.

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Lawler: H-1B visa program 'has obviously been beneficial to our economy'

Rep. Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) said on Sunday that the H-1B visa program benefits the economy, throwing his weight behind President-elect Trump and Elon Musk's rift against some of their base supporters. In an interview on ABC News's "This Week,

by: MSN

Russia seeks to remove Taliban and HTS from the of terrorists - ISW

The Russian authorities continue to establish a legal framework to remove the Taliban and HTS from the list of banned terrorist organizations. The decisions serve several purposes, reports the American Institute for the Study of War (ISW).

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Syria's new leader Ahmed al-Sharaa says elections could take 4 years

Holding elections in Syria could take up to four years, Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa said in remarks to be broadcast on Sunday, the first time he has commented on a possible electoral timetable since Bashar al-Assad was ousted this month.

by: MSN

William Ruto seeks prayers from church leaders to achieve his govt economic goals

President William Ruto urged the church to pray for him to fulfil his government's economic agenda, including Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and job creation.

by: MSN

Can Mike Johnson get this key bill passed before Trump is inaugurated? GOP rep weighs in

Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Ariz., break down the GOP's ongoing doubt for House Speaker Mike Johnson and discusses H-1B visas. Can Mike Johnson get this key bill passed before Trump is inaugurated? GOP rep weighs in

by: MSN

Assad's critically ill wife barred from Britain for cancer treatment

Asma al-Assad reportedly has a 50-50 chance of surviving after she fled from Syria to Russia earlier this month.

by: MSN

'Time to move forward as one team': David Sacks, Elon Musk unite for H-1B visa program reform

David Sacks and Elon Musk discuss the need for H-1B visa reforms, emphasizing exceptional talent and addressing misuse. Sacks defends venture capitalist Sriram Krishnan's appointment amid criticisms,

by: MSN

Parliamentary democracy thrives in India: Uttam

Hyderabad: Irrigation and civil supplies minister N Uttam Kumar Reddy on Sunday said India's democratic framework is the foundation for realising the dreams of common people, as the parliamentary democracy has given countless individuals,

by: MSN

German politicians decry Elon Musk's AfD support as 'intrusive' election influence

U.S. billionaire Elon Musk drew criticism from German politicians from the government and opposition on Sunday for an opinion piece he wrote backing the right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) which they deemed "intrusive" outside influence.

by: MSN

Poland aims to fully fortify border with Belarus by mid-2025, senior official says

Poland plans to complete its fortified border wall and close the border with Belarus by next summer, aiming to curb what it sees as Russia's and Belarus's "hybrid war" through illegal migration, Polish Deputy Interior Minister Maciej Duszczyk told the Financial Times on Dec.

by: MSN

Trump's administration to face economic headwinds in 2025: Inflation, tariffs, and beyond

In the spirit of the season, the Washington Examiner has identified 12 issues we believe will shape and influence 2025 - and beyond. The incoming Trump administration has made the fight against illegal immigration,

by: MSN

Georgia's new president sworn in amid political crisis and protests

Mikheil Kavelashvili was sworn in as Georgian president in a ceremony in parliament in Tbilisi on Sunday, despite weeks of protests and the refusal of his predecessor, Salome Zourabichvili, to stand aside.

by: MSN

Boycotts, bans and dough-kissing drama: Malaysia's social media obsessions in 2024

The power of social media shaped many of Malaysia's biggest controversies this year From brand boycotts in support of Palestine and mysterious doughnut-licking employees to the nefarious goings-on at a milk tea chain and a sinkhole horror in Kuala Lumpur - scandal,

by: MSN

Identity politics, divisive ideologies eroding national unity': SC judge Mishra

Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra was speaking at the inaugural session of the national council meeting of the Akhil Bharatiya Adhivakta Parishad in Gujarat on Friday

by: MSN

DAVID MARCUS: MAGA's H-1B 'civil war' is exactly how politics is supposed to work

Columnist David Marcus writes that the GOP's internal debate over H-1B visas is not really a 'civil war,' but a healthy part of the process of reaching consensus inside a big tent.

by: MSN

Major Aussie passport change coming on Jan 1

The world's most expensive passport is set to go up in price once again, with the Coalition accusing Labor of a "backdoor tax grab".

by: MSN

Six states that saw the biggest migration shifts in 2024

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Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu undergoes prostate operation. How serious it? Check latest health update

Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who has had a string of health issues in recent years, has gone to great lengths to bolster a public image of himself as a healthy, energetic leader.

by: MSN

BBC TV Licence 'rule change affecting all pensioners'

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Denmark, France and Lithuania sent 150 million euros for Ukrainian weapons

Denmark, France, and Lithuania have provided 150 million euros for Ukrainian weapons. The funds will be directed towards the production of missiles, drones, and artillery systems, states Ukraine's Minister of Defense,

by: MSN

Former Trump Adviser Tells Fox News: If Denmark Won't 'Defend' Greenland from Russia, U.S. Could Merge it With Alaska

Former Trump administration National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien laid out a scenario in which President-elect Donald Trump could force Denmark to sell Greenand to the US on Sunday. On Sunday Morning Futures on Fox News,

by: MSN

Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Maldives...why India need to act cautiously to counter China?

Striking the right balance between economic partnerships, diplomatic engagement, and strategic security is imperative as India seeks to counter China's assertive presence in the Indian Ocean Region.

by: MSN

Comelec slammed for allowing Quiboloy in 2025 polls

The Workers' and Peasants' Party (WPP) yesterday criticized the Commission on Elections for ruling in favor of Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) pastor Apollo Quiboloy, who is currently in detention on charges of alleged human trafficking and child sex abuse.

by: MSN

A look ahead: Trump's agenda vs. Congress

Donald Trump is getting ready to battle Congress as he returns to the White House. But Washington has a way of pushing back against presidents. New York Times reporter Carl Hulse discusses the prospects of "governing by crisis.

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Nga undaunted by PAS's threat of legal action

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Trump sides with Musk in right-wing row over worker visas

Donald Trump weighed in Saturday in a bitter debate dividing his traditional supporters and tech barons like Elon Musk, saying that he backs a special visa program that helps highly skilled workers enter the country.

by: MSN

Syria's interim government to disband al-Assad's security agencies

Syria's transitional government has vowed to dissolve and restructure all security agencies of the toppled dictator Bashar al-Assad's regime accused of mass killings and abuses. Al-Assad, who ruled Syria for more than two decades,

by: MSN

MAGA 'rift' shows GOP is the 'dog that caught the car': Conservative

A never-Trump conservative thinks MAGA's recent division over immigrant visas is one of what he expects will be many rifts "coming down the pike" and took a shot at the movement, telling CNN on Friday night it would take a "heart of stone" not to laugh at the chaos.

by: MSN

4 Things Retirees Shouldn't Do With Their Money Before Trump Takes Office

From taxes to prescription drug costs, President-elect Donald Trump's policies could bring a mixture of uncertainty, anxiety and hope for retirees. "When a new President is about to take

by: MSN

NI like the rest of UK but completely different - Benn

The veteran Labour politician discusses his early life, career and growing up in the Benn household

by: MSN

Mwengi Mutuse claims Ruto wasn't behind Gachagua's ouster, insists it was his idea: "He wasn't sure"

Kibwezi West MP Mwengi Mutuse has dismissed claims that President William Ruto was behind the motion to impeach former deputy president Rigathi Gachagua.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu set for prostate surgery on Sunday

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, 75, is scheduled to undergo prostate surgery on Sunday, his office announced on Saturday. This comes amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas in Gaza.

by: MSN

Fox News scrambles to calm MAGA on immigrant visas by scapegoating schools for DEI racism

Fox News hosts on Sunday scrambled to calm its MAGA audience after a squabble broke out over billionaire Elon Musk's support for H-1B immigrant vias and the suggestion that Americans were too lazy to do some jobs.

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What End of Daylight Savings Time Would Mean For US

After President-elect Trump reignited the decades-old debate over DST, Newsweek looks at how the end of daylight savings could impact the U.S.

Trump and Musk: Democrats Exploit Rivalry for Advantage

Democrats Eager to Exploit Rivalry** As the political landscape shifts with the approach of Trump's anticipated second term, an intrigui

The article from RedStateObserver discusses the ongoing debate over the origins of the COVID-19 virus, highlighting the U.S. Department of Energy's recent assessment that the virus likely originated from a lab leak in China. This conclusion, albeit with low confidence, adds to the growing body of evidence and speculation about the virus's source. The article notes that this assessment aligns with previous reports from other U.S. agencies, although there remains a division in the intelligence community with some agencies still favoring a natural zoonotic origin. It also touches on the political and scientific implications of this finding, including the potential for increased scrutiny on gain-of-function research and the geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China. The piece suggests that this development could lead to a reevaluation of how pandemics are studied and managed globally.

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