• Thu, January 2, 2025

by: PBS

AI, housing and other top issues for state lawmakers in 2025

As the new Congress goes to Washington, state lawmakers, too, will be starting fresh with a new slate of priorities.

by: Richmond

Richmond delegate makes surprise visit to Red Onion, calls for more oversight

In a fact-finding mission spurred by rumors of abuse at a Virginia supermax prison, a Richmond legislator toured the facility firsthand this week, renewing calls for oversight.

by: Yahoo

Newsiest holidays ever? Here's your Minnesota news wrap-up

So much Minnesota politics and government news occurred in the past 10 days during the holidays. Here's a breakdown of some of the news that broke from Dec. 23 to Jan. 1: Sen. Kari Dziedzic, DFL-Minneapolis,

by: rnz

Division, abuse and rates pain: Local politics year in review

A rising tide of abuse, escalating costs and the clash between central and local government - Marika Hill looks back at local politics in 2024.

by: MSN

Syria's new security forces search homes looking for Assad loyalists with 100 detained

The armed fighters with the Islamist group that led Assad's ouster and now controls much of Syria, Hayat Tahrir al-Sham, conducted searches in alleyways and entered homes.

by: MSN

Meta's powerful policy boss Nick Clegg is out as Zuckerberg prepares for Trump 2.0

The former U.K. Deputy Prime Minister, who joined Meta in 2018, will be replaced by longtime republican operative Joel Kaplan, who he described as "the right person for the right job at the right time.

by: MSN

Outgoing Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb looks back on eight years in office - and at what's next

Outgoing Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb reflects on his eight years in office, highlighting economic gains and his efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic, while acknowledging the lack of progress in improving Indiana's infant and maternal mortality rates.

by: MSN

Chicago church stops hosting in-person Spanish services amid fears of mass deportations from Trump administration

The church pews where Francisca Lino and her family had sat for services every Sunday are now empty. Though she once sought sanctuary in the Chicago church to avoid deportation, this time "not even that holy space feels safe,

by: MSN

On US-Mexico border, Catholic leaders prepare for return of Trump anti-migrant regime

Protecting parishioners from deportation has become a theme in the ministry of several Catholic leaders at the border.

by: MSN

Student loan borrowers should take these steps before presidential administration changes

The country's roughly 40 million federal student loan borrowers should brace for change when President Joe Biden exits office toward the end of the month.

by: MSN

EU ready as Ukraine halts Russian gas transit

The European Union is prepared to end the transit of Russian gas through Ukraine, which will not affect the energy security of the EU, according to the European Commission, as quoted by the Ukrinform agency.

by: MSN

Economists are worried Trump will cause 'rising inflation and slowing growth': report

President Joe Biden oversaw the United States economy's recovery from the global pandemic, which included lowering unemployment and a slow reduction in inflation. Economists are concerned that all of that will be undone under Donald Trump.

by: MSN

New UK law and rule changes that come into force this week - including pay rises and travel

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by: MSN

Biden to award Liz Cheney and others with Presidential Citizens Medal

President Biden on Thursday will award the Presidential Citizens Medal to 20 individuals at the White House, including former Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.), who has been an outspoken critic of President-elect Trump and some of his allies.

by: MSN

Isis terror threat to UK raising concerns over security funding

Ministers have been warned against "robbing Peter to pay Paul" after the director of MI5 said that the intelligence agency had been forced to "pare back" its focus on countering terrorism

by: MSN

Sixth Circuit appeals court strikes down FCC's net neutrality rules

by: MSN

AP PHOTOS: Syria's new security forces conduct sweeps in Homs, looking for ousted Assad's loyalists

Syria's new security forces conduct sweeps in Homs, looking for ousted Assad's loyalists - Syria's new security forces have deployed in tanks in the city of Homs to search for militia members and form

by: MSN

'When they fail, Americans die': Trump source blasts FBI, urges swift confirmation of Kash Patel as director

President-elect Donald Trump's allies slammed the FBI's handling of the New Orleans suspected terror attack, including the agency initially saying the attack was not terror-related.

by: MSN

JUST IN: Biden Announces Liz Cheney to Receive Presidential Citizens Medal

President Joe Biden will formally announce recipients of the Presidential Thursday at 5 PM, and one name on the list is sure to raise eyebrows: Liz Cheney. The post JUST IN: Biden Announces Liz Cheney to Receive Presidential Citizens Medal first appeared on Mediaite.

by: MSN

Zhyrokhov discusses challenges in Ukraine's military command and why Syrskyi cannot resolve them swiftly

The problem indeed exists. It has been around for years, but now the military and political leadership is walking on thin ice. Taking steps that are difficult yet necessary risks breaking down command structures entirely for a time.

by: MSN

How Trump could make Project 2025 a reality

Republican President-elect Donald Trump spent the closing months of his campaign trying to distance himself from a blueprint for his second term known as Project 2025. Then, in the days after his victory,

by: MSN

Remembering Jimmy Carter's journey from South Ga. to the White House

Jimmy Carter's legacy and impact spans decades. From his time in the U.S. Senate, being the governor of Georgia, and making his way to the White House. Even with all of his accomplishments, Phil Wise,

by: MSN

Rehearsal for 76th Republic Day Parade begins at Kartavya Path in New Delhi

The grand preparations for the 76th Republic Day celebrations are in full swing as defence personnel commenced their parade rehearsal at Kartavya Path on January 2, 2025. The practice session saw a display of precision and discipline,

by: MSN

US crypto industry eyes possible day-one Trump executive orders

By Hannah Lang (Reuters) -The cryptocurrency industry is pushing President-elect Donald Trump's team to kick start his promised crypto policy overhaul when he takes office next month with executive orders that would help push tokens mainstream,

by: MSN

Montana Sues Park Service Over Yellowstone National Park Bison Plan

The lawsuit is the latest escalation in a decades-long fight between state and federal officials over how to manage the park's growing bison population. The post Montana Sues Park Service Over Yellowstone National Park Bison Plan appeared first on GearJunkie.

by: MSN

President Biden Awards Presidential Medals To Liz Cheney and Bennie Thompson

President Biden announced that he will be awarding the Presidential Citizens Medal to 20 individuals, including former Congresswoman Liz Cheney and Congressman Bennie Thompson. The medal is one of the highest awards that a President can grant to a civilian and is given to United States citizens who "performed exemplary deeds of service for their country or their fellow citizens.

by: MSN

2025 national budget 'unlawful' - Teachers' Dignity Coalition

The 2025 national budget did not meet its constitutional mandate by "unlawfully" including police, military, and local government academies in funding for the education sector, the Teachers' Dignity Coalition (TDC) said in a statement on Thursday.

by: MSN

3 Changes Boomers Should Make to Their Savings Accounts Now That Trump Will Be President

President-elect Donald Trump will take office for his second term in just a few weeks, and people are expecting big changes for baby boomers. While Trump's win illustrates the frustration of

by: MSN

Speaker showdown could delay election certification and more

Congress reconvenes on Friday, with new and returning lawmakers meeting for the first time amid transitional planning for the incoming Trump administration, arrangements for the funeral of former President Jimmy Carter,

by: MSN

Possible scenarios that could play out in Ottawa as the Liberal government teeters

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is said to be reflecting on his future over the holidays after the resignation of his top cabinet minister, Chrystia Freeland, in mid-December. The bombshell move prompted a fresh wave of calls for Trudeau to step down as Liberal leader from inside and outside the caucus.

by: MSN

Democrats announce who will be probing Kash Patel for the Senate confirmation: report

A key committee that cabinet picks in law enforcement are interviewing with will be the Senate Judiciary Committee, which will handle the questioning of Donald Trump's appointees like Kash Patel and Pam Bondi.

by: MSN

Trump insists he was 'right about everything' despite falsely tying New Orleans attack to immigration

Trump insists he was 'right about everything' despite falsely tying New Orleans attack to immigration - At least 15 people were killed and dozens injured when a truck drove into a crowd on Bourbon Str

by: MSN

Govt house illegally occupied by J-K BJP chief sealed by estates dept

BJP, the Jammu and Kashmir administration on Thursday sealed the ministerial house in which party president Sat Sharma was continuing to stay illegally even after not being an MLA.

by: MSN

Nairobi: Government official condemns abductions, argues youths needed guidance

Margaret Wambui, a government liaison officer has faulted the government for going overboard when handling youths by abducting instead of correcting them.

by: MSN

'Parivartan' rally, handing over 1,675 EWS flats: How Modi will kick off BJP poll campaign in Delhi

Modi will also inaugurate the World Trade Centre at Nauroji Nagar and lay the foundation stone for 3 new projects worth over Rs 600 cr at Delhi University ahead of the polls next month.

by: MSN

'Here's the deal': Legal experts debunk MAGA's 'nutbar fantasy'

The last U.S. president who served more than two terms was Democrat Franklin Delano Roosevelt, who was serving his fourth term when he died in office on April 12, 1945 at the age of 63. That day, Vice President Harry Truman was sworn in as president.

by: MSN

Candace Owens pulls no punches taking aim at US military for impact on two US terror attacks

Candace Owens, the popular political pundit, has taken aim at the US military for its alleged role in recent incidents

by: MSN

Biden admin. ordered to stop selling border wall materials, prove it didn't illegally redirect funds

The Biden administration must stop disposing of border wall materials before President-elect Donald Trump assumes office and provide proof that it didn't illegally redirect money intended for the border wall construction,

by: MSN

On Cam: Khamenei's Big Declaration On First Day Of 2025; Iran Leader's Syria Plan Shocks America

On Cam: Khamenei's Big Declaration On First Day Of 2025; Iran Leader's Syria Plan Shocks America

by: MSN

Touch of change felt in Tripura politics as participation in CPI(M) rallies rises: Manik Saha

Former Tripura Chief Minister Manik Sarkar today, January 2 claimed that the touch of change is being felt in the politics of Tripura, as evidenced by the increasing number of participants in various rallies and meetings of the CPI(M).

by: MSN

MAGA Push to End OPT: How it Could Disrupt US Universities and International Students

The OPT (Optional Practical Training) program allows foreign students, particularly from India, to stay in the U.S. after graduation for work experience, with many transitioning to H-1B visas. MAGA nativists push to eliminate OPT,

by: MSN

Social Security Benefits Set To Be Expanded for Millions

According to the National Fraternal Order of Police, President Biden will sign the legislation into law on January 6.

by: MSN

Summit today on Cecilia Sala at Palazzo Chigi with Meloni

The case of Italian journalist Cecilia Sala, who is detained in Iran, will be at the centre of a summit scheduled to take place on Thursday afternoon at Palazzo Chigi with Premier Giorgia Meloni, Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani,

by: MSN

Biden is giving the 2nd highest civilian award to the leaders of the Jan. 6 congressional committee

President Joe Biden is bestowing the second highest civilian medal on Liz Cheney and Bennie Thompson, leaders of the congressional investigation into the Capitol riot who Donald Trump has said should be jailed for their roles in the inquiry.

by: MSN

Trump Insists He Was 'Right About Everything' After Wrongly Tying New Orleans Attack to Immigration

President-elect Donald Trump claimed he "was right about everything" early Thursday morning, hours after wrongly trying to link the New Orleans attack to migrants. "Our Country is a disaster, a laughing stock all over the World!

by: MSN

Elon Musk's insults pose challenge to German defamation laws

After the Tesla boss added the German head of state to the list of politicians he has insulted, several lawmakers wonder how far Musk will go in his support for Germany's far-right AfD ahead of the general election.

by: MSN

Israeli airstrike in Gaza humanitarian zone kills 11, report says

An Israeli airstrike killed 11 people and injured others in the south of the Gaza Strip early on Thursday morning, according to Palestinian reports. Israeli fighter jets struck a makeshift tent housing displaced persons in the designated humanitarian area in al-Mawasi,

by: MSN

As Musk gains influence, questions hover over US probes into his empire

By Mike Spector, Rachael Levy, Marisa Taylor and Chris Prentice NEW YORK/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Last month, in the waning days of the Biden administration, the SEC set a tight deadline of several days for demanding that Elon Musk pay a settlement or face civil charges relating to alleged securities violations during his $44 billion takeover of Twitter in 2022.

As Musk gains influence, questions hover over US probes into his empire

By Mike Spector, Rachael Levy, Marisa Taylor and Chris Prentice NEW YORK/WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Last month, in the waning days of the Biden administration, the SEC set a tight deadline of several days for demanding that Elon Musk pay a settlement or face civil charges relating to alleged securities violations during his $44 billion takeover of Twitter in 2022.
The article discusses the growing influence of Elon Musk and the scrutiny his business empire is facing from U.S. regulatory bodies. As Musk's companies like Tesla, SpaceX, and X Corp (formerly Twitter) expand, they encounter various legal and regulatory challenges. The Department of Justice and the Securities and Exchange Commission are probing into Tesla's Autopilot system following several accidents, and there are investigations into potential securities fraud related to Musk's tweets about taking Tesla private. Additionally, SpaceX's practices regarding hiring and its Starlink satellite internet service are under review. Concerns also arise from Musk's acquisition of Twitter, now X Corp, where issues like data privacy, content moderation, and his interactions with foreign governments are being examined. These probes reflect broader concerns about the oversight of tech moguls and the implications of their vast influence on innovation, competition, and public policy.

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