• Thu, January 2, 2025

by: cnbctv18

Delhi Election 2025 Live Updates: PM Modi to inaugurate development projects today

The BJP has been locked in a bitter political confrontation with the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP), which has been in power in the city since 2013 and is making an all-out effort to end its reign.

by: MSN

Big showdown over Mamata Banerjee's claims that BSF allowing infiltration from Bangladesh

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has accused the Border Security Force of permitting infiltration from Bangladesh into Bengal. She alleges this is part of the Centre's attempt to destabilise her state.

by: BusinessGhana

Progressive People's Party wishes Ghanaians a prosperous New Year

The Progressive People's Party (PPP) has extended its warmest New Year wishes to Ghanaians, commending citizens for their role

by: deseret

Donald Trump promises to declare Mexican cartels terrorist organizations 'immediately'

President-elect Donald Trump promised to designate drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations. This could pave the way for military action.

by: MSN

Ukraine's 'Grain from Ukraine' aids Syria's new leadership

Ukraine plans to launch the "Grain from Ukraine" program to support the new Syrian administration, stated President Volodymyr Zelensky after a meeting with ministers. Ukraine has announced the launch of the "Grain from Ukraine" program,

by: MSN

JD Vance schooled by German ambassador over defense of far-right 'Nazi-Lite' party

Vice President-elect JD Vance, the Republican Senator from Ohio, is facing criticism both domestically and internationally for endorsing and seemingly defending an op-ed by Elon Musk that is supportive of a far-right German political party reportedly linked to neo-Nazis.

by: MSN

Donald Trump Blames 'Virtually Nonexistent Leadership' for New Orleans Truck Attack

by: MSN

Net neutrality is dead again: US court says the FCC can't bring back Obama-era internet regulations

A US appeals court has ruled that the Federal Communications Commission does not have the authority to bring back net neutrality regulations, and has thus set aside the "Safeguarding Order" that would have restored them.

by: MSN

County election authorities say Hoskins' plan to increase hand-counting ballots would cost counties time, resources

Missouri's secretary of state-elect wants to increase the amount of ballots that are hand counted in any given election, but some local election authorities say that would take more time and resources.
  • Fri, January 3, 2025

by: politicsweb

2024 was a year of change and progress - Cyril Ramaphosa

As we prepare to enter the new year, we look back on 2024 as a year of change and progress. We marked 30 years since becoming a free and democratic nation on the 27th of April 1994. We celebrated the progress made in building a society founded on the ideals of freedom, equality and human rights.

by: Yahoo

Elon Musk accused of trying to weaken Europe with support for far-right AfD party

Germany's vice chancellor said Musk's comments calling the far-right AfD a "last spark of hope" weren't made out of ignorance.

by: Indiatimes

7 famous historical figures who lived in exile

Several influential historical figures, including Napoleon Bonaparte, Benazir Bhutto, and the Dalai Lama, experienced exile due to political turmoil.

by: Reuters

Slovakia will discuss retaliation after Ukraine's gas transit 'sabotage', says Fico

Slovakia's coalition government will discuss retaliatory measures to take against Ukraine after it halted the flow of Russian gas through its territory to Slovakia, Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico said on Thursday.

by: MSN

RI's Housing Dept. wants to become the Executive Office of Housing. What that would mean.

The name change is one of the proposals in a new plan to streamline RI's housing bureaucracy and centralize policymaking to expedite solutions.

by: MSN

Here's what Congress's first day will look like

The 119th Congress kicks off Friday as lawmakers return to Washington with a long January to-do list and a packed first day. Confirmation hearings for President-elect Trump's Cabinet nominees are set to get rolling in the coming weeks,

by: MSN

The 119th Congress begins Friday. Here's what to know.

The 119th Congress begins Friday with Republicans in full control of the House and Senate for the first time since 2019. Here's what to know.

by: MSN

India has always stood by Maldives: Jaishankar

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Friday said India has always stood by the Maldives, adding the Indian Ocean archipelago is a concrete expression of New Delhi's ''Neighbourhood First'' policy.

by: MSN

'We cannot ignore it': Legal expert explains how citizens can fight 'inhumane' Trump plan

Donald Trump is riding into the White House on a wave of campaign promises, and some of them, if fulfilled, could amount to "child abuse," an ex-prosecutor said. Former federal prosecutor Joyce Vance on Friday said that Trump's promise to conduct a mass deportation program will necessarily mean a return to family separation.

by: MSN

Brian Feeney: Why can no unionist say where they want to be in five years?

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by: MSN

Macron's turbulent year: France's political crisis deepens

France is facing a historic political, social, and financial crisis, partly attributed to President Emmanuel Macron, as analysed by "Le Figaro". The article's author notes that over a year, the country has had four prime ministers,

by: MSN

New Syrian govt revamps syllabus: Omits 'evolution of life', replaces 'people who've gone astray with 'Jews, Christians'

Syria's new government faces criticism over proposed school curriculum changes, perceived as having an Islamist bias. Notable amendments include redefining 'martyr' and removing chapters.

by: MSN

Tory leader resigns after police called to meeting

After the meeting was adjourned, a riot van and police cars were pictured outside the council building. Greater Manchester Police said an investigation into what happened was "sti

by: MSN

Putin will find reasons not to sit at negotiating table - Zelenskyy

Russian President Vladimir Putin does not want negotiations. He will find reasons to refrain from dialogue until his conditions are agreed upon, states Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an interview during a national telethon live broadcast.

by: MSN

U.S. House ushers in a tiny Republican majority to tackle enormous tasks in 2025

A new Congress starts Friday with a long to-do list for Donald Trump's second term: keeping the government open, raising the debt ceiling, immigration and taxes.

by: MSN

Musk rocks U.K. politics with attacks on PM and support for far right

Elon Musk hijacked British politics this week with a stream of at least 60 X posts since Tuesday attacking Prime Minister Keir Starmer, defending an anti-Islam campaigner and endorsing the far-right Reform Party.

by: MSN

Germany's foreign minister heads to Damascus for one-day trip

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock is travelling to Syria for a one-day trip with her French counterpart on behalf of the EU, where she will meet with the leader of Syria's new rulers, Ahmed al-Sharaa,

by: MSN

Lai Approves Review of Controversial Constitutional Court Amendment - TaiwanPlus News

President Lai has approved the legislative review of a controversial amendment requiring ten justices for Constitutional Court rulings, citing risks to citizens' rights and constitutional order. Lawmakers have 15 days to respond.

by: MSN

Blackpool council tax rise and cuts warning after 'over spending'

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by: MSN

Minister hits back at Elon Musk as tech billionaire steps up criticism of Keir Starmer over grooming gangs

Minister hits back at Elon Musk as tech billionaire steps up criticism of Keir Starmer over grooming gangs - Health minister Andrew Gwynne said the Tesla tycoon should focus on US politics as row over

by: MSN

Govt moves to tighten rules for transparency in GM crop panel decisions

The Centre has proposed amendments for greater transparency in the Genetic Engineering Appraisal Committee. Members will need to disclose any interests that might affect their judgment. Experts will submit and update written declarations of conflicts of interest.

by: MSN

Tejashwi Yadav's New Year Resolution: How He Plans to Bring Changes to Bihar Politics | ABP Live

RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav stated, "In the new year, we have taken a pledge to eliminate unemployment and migration from Bihar. We aim to form a new government this year, one that focuses on education,

by: MSN

After 3 years, Missouri attorney general ends lawsuit against Springfield Public Schools

The Missouri attorney general sued SPS in November 2021 after a broad request was filed seeking documents related to diversity and equity training.

by: MSN

'Kattar beimaan': PM Modi slams Delhi govt, says it's an 'AAPada' over city

In a veiled jibe at AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal, the prime minister said that by keeping Anna Hazare at the front, few 'kattar beimaan' (bigoted dishonest) people have pushed the na

by: MSN

Germany's foreign minister in Syria after Assad overthrow

Germany's top diplomat Annalena Baerbock is to meet members of Syria's rebel-formed transition government, after former Syrian President Bashar Assad was deposed. France's foreign minister is also on the trip.

by: MSN

Middle East: Israel intercepts missile from Yemen

Missile shrapnel fell in Modi'in in central Israel, although there were no immediate injuries or damage reported, the military said. Meanwhile, German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock is in Syria. DW has the latest.

by: MSN

Letters to the Editor, Jan. 3, 2025

SURPRISE PACKAGE To all of the employees of Purolator, UPS, FedEx, Canpar and all of our other Canadian couriers, I wish to give every one of you a huge thank you! You took on a nearly impossible task,

by: MSN

Biden decides to block Nippon Steel's $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel: Report

The White House is expected to announce U.S. President Joe Biden's decision to block Nippon Steel's $15 billion takeover bid of U.S. Steel on Friday.

by: MSN

Biden to block U.S. Steel sale to Japanese buyer, source says

U.S. President Joe Biden has decided to officially block Nippon Steel's proposed $14.9-billion purchase of U.S. Steel, a person familiar with the decision said on Friday, putting an end to a long-running and contentious merger plan.

by: MSN

Jeremiah Kioni slams Gachagua, dares him to name those behind abductions: "Lives are at stake"

Jubilee Party secretary general Jeremiah Kioni has criticised Rigathi Gachagua for failing to follow through on his claims about abductions in the country.

by: MSN

Social care reforms in pipeline for 2028, say ministers

The government announces first steps to creating a National Care Services - but reform is several years away.

by: MSN

'Dangerous': Trump and MAGA falsely link New Orleans attack to the border

Within hours of the attack in New Orleans, president-elect Donald Trump falsely suggested that the suspect was an undocumented immigrant—and Republicans followed suit.

by: MSN

Biden honors Liz Cheney and others with Presidential Citizens Medal

Former Representative Liz Cheney, who bucked her Republican Party to strongly criticize President-elect Donald Trump and some of his allies, was one of 20 people awarded the Presidential Citizens Medal,

by: MSN

GOP states sue over regulation of small nuclear reactors by federal government

by: MSN

Trump and Republicans Incorrectly Attribute New Orleans Incident to Immigration Issues

President-elect Donald Trump and certain Congressional Republicans have incorrectly linked President Joe Biden's immigration policies to a recent tragic attack in New Orleans, despite the perpetrator being a U.

by: MSN

A $20,000 lab diamond and so much art: The gifts foreign leaders gave the Bidens

Modi, in turn, gave first lady Jill Biden the most expensive gift either of the Bidens received from a government or head of state in 2023, according to a report released Thursday by the State Department's Office of the Chief of Protocol.

by: MSN

Vance shares Musk op-ed backing Germany's far-right party

Vice President-elect JD Vance has shared Elon Musk's op-ed supporting the far-right German political party Alternative for Germany (AfD), while the German government has accused Musk of trying to influence the upcoming February election.

by: MSN

GOP House majority leader suggests DEI to blame for New Orleans attack

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-LA) created another explanation for why authorities were unable to thwart the New Year's Day carnage in New Orleans: diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI, initiatives.

by: MSN

Pakistan's government introduces VPN permits to combat usage

Pakistan's government has detailed new plans to restrict the use of VPNs by introducing localised proxy servers.

County election authorities say Hoskins' plan to increase hand-counting ballots would cost counties time, resources

Missouri's secretary of state-elect wants to increase the amount of ballots that are hand counted in any given election, but some local election authorities say that would take more time and resources.
The article from MSN discusses a proposal by Missouri Secretary of State Jay Ashcroft to increase the hand-counting of ballots in elections, which has raised concerns among county election authorities. They argue that this method would significantly increase the time and resources needed to conduct elections. Specifically, the plan would require more staff, extended hours for counting, and could potentially delay the reporting of election results. Critics like Eric Fey, the St. Louis County Board of Elections Director, have pointed out that hand-counting is less accurate and more labor-intensive than using electronic tabulation machines, which are already in place and have been found to be reliable. The proposal comes amidst discussions on election integrity, but local officials fear it would strain their already limited resources and could undermine public confidence in election outcomes due to the increased likelihood of human error.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/county-election-authorities-say-hoskins-plan-to-increase-hand-counting-ballots-would-cost-counties-time-resources/ar-AA1wSmg7