• Mon, December 30, 2024

by: WAtoday

Borers, a 'businessman' and 35 kilometres of train line: The political headlines of 2024

From sports broadcasters entering the political fray to tiny beetles destroying the city's urban tree canopy, we look back at the stories that had us laughing, cringing - and scratching our heads.

by: BBC

State funeral and national day of mourning to be held for Jimmy Carter

by: i

Sickness and disability benefits review results to be unveiled in spring

But the plans are being put out to consultation - meaning the reforms will still take many more months to introduce

by: Slate

Jimmy Carter's Complicated Environmental Legacy

On Jimmy Carter's Inauguration Day in 1977, the new president made a deliberate environmental statement: He used a public-facing array of solar panels to heat his lectern. He would later install water-boiling solar connections on the White House roof to be used year-round too.

by: RealClearPolitics

Former National Security Advisor Robert O'Brien: Trump Is Serious About Greenland And Panama Canal

Former Trump national security advisor Robert O'Brien told FNC's "Sunday Morning Futures" why Donald Trump is talking about buying Greenland and seizing back control of the Panama Canal. About the Panama Canal: "We love the Panamanians.

by: redstateobserver

AMA's Corruption Undermines Patient Care, Demands Reform Now

In a stunning critique, health policy experts argue that the AMA's influence has allowed pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and insurance giants to run rampant, often at the expense of quality care.

by: PBS

The message voters around the world sent to leaders in 2024: 'You're fired'

Some 70 countries that are home to half the world's population held elections this year, and in many incumbents were punished.

by: Upstream

Slovakia and Ukraine deepen dispute over Russian gas transit

by: WPLG

Jimmy Carter is being mourned in his tiny hometown and around the world

Tributes to former President Jimmy Carter are pouring in from his small hometown of Plains, Georgia, and around the world.

by: devdiscourse

Poland's Electoral Commission Reverses Decision on PiS Funding

Poland's electoral commission reversed its decision to reject the nationalist Law and Justice party's 2023 financial report, ensuring it retains state funding for the 2025 presidential election. The change follows an appeal to the Supreme Court,

by: VTDigger

Joan Shannon will not seek reelection to Burlington City Council, capping a decades-long career in Queen City politics

The Democrat has been on the council for more than 20 years, including three years as its president. She lost her bid for mayor in March.

by: thenightly

Surging populism and rejecting incumbents: What we learned from the 2024 mega election year

More people voted in elections this year than ever before, putting democracy to the test across all four corners of the globe and producing some interesting trends that could spill into 2025.

by: MSN

Kenyan newspapers review: Disquiet in govt as ODM threatens to lead resistance against William Ruto

The Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) issued a stern warning and threatened to spearhead a popular resistance against President William Ruto's administration.

by: MSN

What Are H-1B Visas? And Why Are They Dividing Trump's Republican Party?

A schism has opened in Trump's Republican Party over the issue of immigration - specifically visas allowing highly skilled workers into the U.S.

by: MSN

Government proposes extending 2024 donation tax claim deadline

In response to calls from charities and provincial premiers, the federal government plans to extend the deadline for writing off donations for the 2024 tax year. But while the move comes as charities — and Canadians — end a disastrously unaffordable year,

by: MSN

Jimmy Carter the terrible, distorting reality in Gaza and other commentary

Carter the Terrible Jimmy Carter "was a terrible president but an even worse former president," thunders National Review's Philip A. Klein. His "true legacy is one of economic misery at home and embarrassment on the world stage.

by: MSN

Rajasthan Govt abolishes newly created Districts and Divisions, sparking political debate

by: MSN

Trump gives US House speaker Johnson 'complete and total endorsement'

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump on Monday threw his support behind House Speaker Mike Johnson, who must stand for re-election this month with a slim Republican majority in the House of Representatives.

by: MSN

Ed Davey urges Labour to be faster and bolder to deliver 'real change' in 2025

Ed Davey urges Labour to be faster and bolder to deliver 'real change' in 2025 - The Lib Dem leader will also say in his New Year's message that instability around the world has been 'made worse' by Donald Trump's re-election.

by: MSN

Biden moves to bar oil, gas and geothermal development in Nevada mountain range for 20 years

President Joe Biden's administration said Monday it is taking steps to bar oil, gas and geothermal development for 20 years in northeastern Nevada's Ruby Mountains. The administration said it has submitted an application to withdraw about 264,

by: MSN

1997 crisis, Mahathir-Anwar feud and rise of 'grand corruption'

by: MSN

Jimmy Carter's connection to Chicago and the impact he made

Fox 32's political reporter Paris Schutz has more on how a trip to Chicago helped boost the fortunes of Habitat for Humanity.

by: MSN

'Hit-and-run politics': Karnataka minister Priyank Kharge dares BJP in contractor suicide case

Karnataka's Rural Development Minister Priyank Kharge denies BJP's claims linking him to a contractor's suicide, demanding a fair investigation into the matter. As political tensions rise, Kharge dares the BJP to substantiate their allegations while awaiting forensic reports on the suicide note.

by: MSN

South Korea court issues arrest warrant for President Yoon

A South Korean court on Tuesday approved an arrest warrant for President Yoon Suk Yeol, who has been impeached and suspended from power over his decision to impose martial law on Dec. 3, investigating authorities said.

by: MSN

Trump endorses Mike Johnson ahead of perilous House speaker vote

House Republicans have said for weeks that Donald Trump would have the final say on whether Johnson keeps the gavel or is replaced.

by: MSN

Biden orders 'National Day of Mourning' for Carter

President Joe Biden on Monday ordered federal offices closed and gave government employees the day off to observe the January 9 funeral of former President Jimmy Carter, which Biden has proclaimed as a "National Day of Mourning.

by: MSN

US provides US$3.4 billion in budgetary aid to Ukraine

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has announced the disbursement of US$3.4 billion in direct budget support to Ukraine. Source: European Pravda with reference to the US Treasury Department Details: Yellen said on Monday that Ukraine needs critical resources amid intensified Russian attacks on civilians and critical infrastructure.

by: MSN

'Great idea': Bernie Sanders takes Trump up on his own plan

A possible team-up between President-elect Donald Trump and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) could be brewing. The progressive senator on Monday again called on the incoming president to join forces with him and others in Congress to cap soaring credit card interest rates.

by: MSN

Maddow Blog | Why Trump backing Speaker Mike Johnson (sort of) matters

Headed into this week's vote, is Mike Johnson relieved to have Donald Trump's backing? Yes. Will it guarantee the Republican speaker's success? No.

by: MSN

'Needed this vow of support' from Trump: Will Johnson be re-elected as House Speaker?

Punchbowl News Senior Congressional Reporter Melanie Zanona and former Republican Congressman David Jolly join Alex Witt to discuss President-elect Donald Trump's endorsement of Mike Johnson to continue as House Speaker and Johnson's chances to win re-election this Friday.

by: MSN

German Government Accuses Elon Musk Of Trying To Influence Election

A spokesperson for the German government is now calling out Elon Musk and his attempts to influence the upcoming federal election in February in Germany. Previously, the German government collapsed after a vote of no confidence,

by: MSN

Biden closes government as 'mark of respect' for late former President Jimmy Carter

President Biden on Monday signed an executive order closing executive offices of the government for late former President Jimmy Carter's funeral on Jan. 9.

by: MSN

Donald Trump's choice of Marco Rubio as top US diplomat leaves Latin America bracing

When Donald Trump emerged victorious from the US presidential election in November, some at Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs lamented the result but none professed surprise. For months, officials and analysts linked to the ministry had prepared for the outcome,

by: MSN

US announces $5.9 billion in military and budget aid to Ukraine

The United States on Monday announced nearly $6 billion in additional military and budget assistance for Ukraine as President Joe Biden uses his final weeks in office to surge aid to Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes power.

by: MSN

Kansas organizations receive $1.5M to support domestic violence survivors and families

Twenty Kansas organizations have been awarded over $1.5 million to support efforts to prevent family, domestic, and dating violence.

by: MSN

US announces $5.9 billion in military, other aid to Ukraine

The United States on Monday announced nearly $6 billion in additional military and budget assistance for Ukraine as President Joe Biden uses his final weeks in office to surge aid to Kyiv before President-elect Donald Trump takes power.

by: MSN

Carter feuded with successor presidents, once had shouting match with Bill Clinton

Deceased President Jimmy Carter feuded with multiple presidents after he left office, including with former presidents Bill Clinton and George W. Bush.

by: MSN

Ga., S.C. attorneys general join the push for TikTok ban

The attorneys general of Georgia and South Carolina are among a coalition that supports banning the social media app TikTok if the Chinese government doesn't divest from the company.

by: MSN

PM said to phone Haredi leader from hospital to vow Knesset will advance draft exemption law

The post PM said to phone Haredi leader from hospital to vow Knesset will advance draft exemption law appeared first on The Times of Israel.

by: MSN

GOP's Katie Britt seen as major player by Trump despite being hit by ridicule: report

Donald Trump will likely rely on a rising Republican star to serve as one of his most trusted advisers in the U.S. Senate, according to a new report. First-term Sen. Katie Britt (R-AL) often serves as a high-profile messenger for Republicans,

by: MSN

The Cold War of National Bitcoin Reserve: Japan, Russia, USA, Hong Kong, Germany, and El Salvador voice their stances

by: MSN

Irish Government doubted UK campaign to 'save David' Trimble

The Irish Government wanted to appeal to the UK side against 'manipulating' every scenario for favourable election results in Northern Ireland.

by: MSN

Catholic priest in Belarus sentenced to 11 years as crackdown tightens

The harsh sentence is intended to intimidate and silence hundreds of other priests ahead of January's presidential election,' human rights activist Pavel Sapelka said. View on euronews

by: MSN

Slovak PM Fico criticizes Zelenskyy in letter to EU over Ukraine stopping Russian gas transit in 2025

Robert Fico criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's decision to end Russian gas transit in 2025, calling it "irrational and wrong" and warning it would lead to tension and retaliatory measures.

by: MSN

'Foreign jihadists' in Syria leader's pick for army officers: monitor, experts

Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has tapped dozens of former rebels for high-ranking army positions, several of whom are foreign fighters, a war monitor and experts said on Monday. The names include former rebels,
  • Tue, December 31, 2024

by: MSN

'Gullible and Wrong': Journalists Lament Missing Joe Biden's Decline

Matt Yglesias, Josh Barro, and Mehdi Hasan regret failing to acknowledge Biden's cognitive decline sooner - and its impact on the 2024 election

by: MSN

Vacationing Trudeau can't escape catcalls and mockery: 'Get out of B.C.'

In what is likely his last Christmas vacation as prime minister, Justin Trudeau quietly jetted to a B.C. ski resort only for the visit to become defined by displays of public mockery and hostility. In one video that's now been seen millions of times online,

by: MSN

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow and Kyiv exchange hundreds of prisoners as Putin's forces suffer big losses

Ukraine down 21 drones as Putin's forces launch dozens in overnight aerial assault - Vladimir Putin faces mounting pressure to admit responsibility for Azerbaijan plane crash in Kazakhstan

'Foreign jihadists' in Syria leader's pick for army officers: monitor, experts

Syria's de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa has tapped dozens of former rebels for high-ranking army positions, several of whom are foreign fighters, a war monitor and experts said on Monday. The names include former rebels,
The article from MSN discusses the situation of foreign jihadists in Syria, focusing on the leadership and recruitment strategies of Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), a former al-Qaeda affiliate now led by Abu Mohammed al-Golani. HTS has been attempting to rebrand itself as a more moderate group, distancing itself from its extremist roots. A significant aspect highlighted is Golani's preference for appointing foreign fighters to key military positions, which is seen as a strategy to maintain control and loyalty within the ranks. This move is part of a broader effort to integrate these fighters into the group's structure, potentially to leverage their combat experience and to keep them under close watch. Experts are monitoring these developments closely, as they could influence the dynamics of jihadist groups in the region, affecting both local and international security concerns.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/foreign-jihadists-in-syria-leader-s-pick-for-army-officers-monitor-experts/ar-AA1wIuMJ

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