• Mon, December 30, 2024

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.
  • Tue, December 31, 2024

by: NDTV

How Justin Trudeau's "Vote Bank" Politics Wrecked Canada-India Ties In 2024

Amid regional tensions and global conflicts in 2024, India navigated the complex diplomatic waters to solidify itself as a global leader which can't be overlooked.

by: HuffPost

Trump Endorses Mike Johnson In Speaker Race Amid A Few Rumblings Of GOP Discontent

Johnson became speaker in October 2023 following weeks of chaos and dysfunction among Republicans after former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) triggered a no-confidence motion in former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.). Gaetz at the time gloated about MAGA's ascendance in the party.

by: MassLive

Steward, Boston's tax fight and fixing the T: The top 5 Mass. political stories of 2024

The past 12 months have seen the collapse of Steward Health Care, which sent shockwaves through the state's hospital sector. Voters tossed the MCAS exam as a high school graduation requirement. Protests tied to the Israel-Hamas war rocked college campuses statewide.

by: Mint

The year in data: how 2024 stacked up for economy, politics, climate and more

As 2024 ends, hope is intact that the economic slowdown will be short-lived, consumption and investments will return, and improvements in statistics will lead to finer policymaking. But when the macro lens zooms in,

by: CP24

New Ontario laws and regulations coming into effect in 2025. Here's what you need to know.

Several new laws and regulations in Ontario are taking effect this new year. Here's what residents in the province need to know.

by: Sky

Presidents, princes and prime ministers signed extraordinary collection of No 10 visitors' books made public for first time

It appears that the visitors' book was introduced by Conservative Prime Minister Edward Heath, who lived in Number 10 between 1970 and 1974. But it was rarely used by some former leaders, with the premierships of John Major and Sir Tony Blair having few entries.

by: WTEN

The rise in mail voting comes with a price, as mismatched signatures lead to ballot rejections

As with many voters on Maui, Joshua Kamalo thought the race for president wasn't the only big contest on the November ballot. He also was focused on a hotly contested seat

by: WLRN

US census data shows how Middle Eastern and Hispanic residents differ in racial identity

New research released this month by the Census Bureau shows that around 80% of people who wrote that their background was Middle Eastern or North African identified as white on the 2020 census questionnaire.

by: MSN

US News Live Today December 31, 2024: These New Year's Eve traditional meals to bring 'good fortune' and 'love' in 2025

Get real-time breaking news updates on the biggest event unfolding in the United States, including election, politics, economics, crime, viral and more.

by: MSN

Challenges for Labour, the growth of Reform, and new laws: What 2025 will hold for Welsh politics

The last 12 months have been seismic for the Welsh political landscape. With a Senedd election now very much on the horizon the coming year promises to be just as intriguing

by: MSN

The flashpoints in local politics for 2024

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by: MSN

Pressure mounts from Russia and US ahead of German election

Germany is set to start 2025 with an increasingly heated election campaign attracting attempts at influence not only on the part of Russia but also from Berlin's traditional ally, the United States. However,

by: MSN

70 lakh grievances resolved through CPGRAMS between 2022 and 2024: Centre

CPGRAMS, developed and monitored by DARPG, enables citizens to file complaints through its web portal, mobile app, or the UMANG app.

by: MSN

For the first time, Syrians 'not afraid' to talk politics

For decades, any Syrian daring to broach political topics got used to speaking in hushed tones and with a watchful eye trained for a listener among the crowd. "It was a dream for Syrians," said Katee,

by: MSN

Delhi Elections 2025: 'AAP Dirty Politics'- Lt Governor Praises, Atishi Responds Sharply | ABP News

As the Delhi Assembly elections draw near, the war of words between the AAP government and Lieutenant Governor V.K. Saxena has intensified. The verbal conflict erupted following a letter sent by the LG to Atishi,

by: MSN

New Mexico Governor Pushes Tough-On-Crime Laws As Violence Surges in The State

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham faces criticism and division within her party as she proposes stricter measures to tackle crime and homelessness.

by: MSN

Massive pro-Democratic union employs family of leader in high-paying jobs

by: MSN

Bengal, Bangla & 'Bohiragoto'. The politics of identity and pushback against Hindi 'imposition'

Bengalis have revived debate of language imposition. English medium education is highly in demand and Bengali language in that case becomes marginalised.

by: MSN

Matt Gorman says idea of Biden staying in the 2024 race is 'delusion of the highest order'

All-Star' panelists Francesca Chambers, Matt Gorman and Antjuan Seawright discuss a report claiming that President Biden regrets exiting the 2024 presidential race on 'Special Report.'

by: MSN

Georgia: Thousands form "Chain of Unity" to demand snap elections in Tbilisi, Georgia

On December 28, 2024, in Tbilisi, Georgia, @DemDefGeo shared a video of a great chain of people across the country, symbolizing their unity as they demand snap elections. In the video, thousands of protesters are seen holding hands and waving Georgian and EU flags as they form a kilometers-long human chain called the "Chain of Unity.

by: MSN

Nigel Farage given permission to replace 'tired' home in Greatstone on Romney Marsh with three-storey new-build

Nigel Farage has been given the green light to knock down a "tired" house on the Kent coast and replace it with a three-storey new-build. The Reform UK leader revealed plans for the seafront home in Greatstone on Romney Marsh earlier this year.

by: MSN

On Manipur violence, CM Biren Singh says 'feel regret, want to say sorry to people of state'

Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh apologised to the people of the state and expressed "regret" for ethnic violence that has rocked the state since May 2023. "This entire year has been very unfortunate.

by: MSN

Afghanistan's Taliban government to shut down NGOs employing women

The government was once again ordering the stoppage of all female work in institutions not controlled by the Taliban, according to the letter. "In case of lack of cooperation, all activities of that institution will be cancelled and the activity license ...

by: MSN

The next installment of Kisan Yojana may come on this day, but these farmers will not get the benefit

More than 50% of the country's population earns their living through farming and some other means. But there are many farmers among them. Who are not able to earn much through farming. Such farmers are not able to collect profits.

by: MSN

U.P. ministers lead roadshows in Delhi, Mohali for Mahakumbh

The Uttar Pradesh government on Monday held roadshows for Prayagraj Mahakumbh-2025 in Delhi and Mohali with senior ministers handing over invitations for the mega religious event to Delhi lieutenant governor Vinay Kumar Saxena,

by: MSN

Trump Cabinet picks ordered to stay off social media amid ugly MAGA visa battle

Trump Cabinet picks ordered to stay off social media amid ugly MAGA visa battle - 'All intended nominees should refrain from any public social media posts without prior approval of the incoming White House counsel,

by: MSN

Bengal, Bangla & 'Bahirgoto'. The politics of identity and pushback against Hindi 'imposition'

Bengalis have revived debate of language imposition. English medium education is highly in demand and Bengali language in that case becomes marginalised.

by: MSN

Drug Middlemen Spared by Trump and Musk, for Now

Americans are broadly aware of how big pharma profits from high drug prices, but few understand the market distortions introduced by pharmacy benefit management (PBM) companies that negotiate prices on behalf of employers,

by: MSN

Religion expert lays out 'the juxtaposition of Jimmy Carter' and Donald Trump

Former United States President Jimmy Carter — who passed away on Sunday, December 29 at the age of 100 — was a devout Christian and follower of Jesus Christ. Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, who serves as senior director of policy and advocacy at Interfaith Alliance,

by: MSN

Kentuckians will have to choose between firearms and medical cannabis starting Jan. 1st

As Kentucky prepares to implement the new medical cannabis law, the federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives warns people that if you register for the medical marijuana program, you are legally not allowed to own or buy guns.

by: MSN

Utah political leaders react to the passing of Jimmy Carter

Utah's state and federal leaders offered their condolences and praised the legacy the late president leaves behind.

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

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.
Joan Shannon, a long-standing member of the Burlington City Council, has announced she will not seek reelection, marking the end of her extensive career in Queen City politics. Shannon, who has served for 27 years, including 13 as president pro tem, made this decision after much reflection, citing the need for new leadership. Throughout her tenure, she has been a pivotal figure in local governance, known for her advocacy on issues like public safety, housing, and economic development. Her departure is seen as a significant transition for Burlington, with many in the community expressing gratitude for her dedication and contributions to the city's development.

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