Thu, January 2, 2025

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: 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: 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: MSNBC

A conspiracy theorist with an enemies list: Dig deeper on Trump's pick to head the FBI

Kash Patel has been loud and proud about exactly what he would do if he were put in charge of the agency in a second Trump term.

by: Newsweek

China and Russia Forge Major Tech Collaboration To Challenge US

Under Vladimir Putin's orders, Russia and China will work together on AI development, and this could further power Moscow's war.

by: cnbctv18

Adani bribery case: Now, Chandrababu Naidu wants 'concrete proof'

Chandrbabu Naidu seems to have softened his position since late November. The Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, and an ally of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), wants 'concrete proof' before cancelling the Adani contract and taking action against his predecessor Jagan Mohan Reddy of the YSR Congress Party.

by: MSN

Bangladesh Rewrites History: 'Ziaur Rahman, Not Mujibur Rahman, Declared Independence'

Bangladesh is rewriting its textbooks for primary and secondary students stating that it was Ziaur Rahman and not Mujibur Rahman who declared the independence of the neighbouring nation in 1971. Earlier the books stated that Sheikh Mujibur Rahman,

by: MSN

'Dysfunction, disorganization, and disarray': Lawmaker unloads on House GOP rule changes

House Republicans are moving to rewrite the rules of Congress to serve their own majority at the expense of any functional government, House Rules Committee ranking member Jim McGovern (D-MA) warned in a furious thread posted to X on Wednesday evening.

by: MSN

Putin tightens grip on foreign-owned breweries in Russia

Vladimir Putin has taken control of breweries previously owned by Belgian and Turkish companies. This affects the company that produced beers such as Bud, Stella Artois, Löwenbräu, and Velkopopovický Kozel.

by: MSN

When will Trump take office? How to watch the inauguration in Arizona

Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th president will take place in the nation's capital, and Arizonans can follow the festivities from afar.

by: MSN

Starmer admits 2025 will be 'year of rebuilding' as Labour slips

The Prime Minister hailed 2024 as a 'year of change' - joking that this did not extend to the England men's football team's international track record - despite his party's own troubled year.

by: MSN

Syria Ends Decades of Media Censorship

Syria's transitional government has announced new standards for the media, pledging freedom of speech, expression, and a free press after decades of strict control under the Assad regime. In an interview with AFP,

by: MSN

Hannah Yeoh, Bar members slammed for hypocrisy over police report against 'seditious' posts

This comes as passages from the DAP leader's book are scrutinised in the wake of her failed lawsuit against a former IGP.

by: MSN

Congress government fails to shake off graft, communalism taint in Karnataka

Economic upsurge alongside the steep decline in political culture has been the hallmark of Karnataka for long, and the year 2025 is likely to see more of this trend. As the economy is poised to maintain a steady growth,

by: MSN

BJP slams Kejriwal over "failed promises", AAP hits back

AAP and BJP continue to clash amid the Delhi election campaign. Arvind Kejriwal accuses BJP of planning to demolish temples, while BJP criticizes Kejriwal for unfulfilled promises. The dispute intensifies as BJP MP Sudhanshu Trivedi lists unaddressed issues and MP Praveen Khandelwal describes Kejriwal's initiatives as political stunts.

by: MSN

BJP MPs meet Nitin Gadkari to seek four road projects ahead of Delhi elections

Ahead of the Delhi polls, BJP MPs met Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to propose infrastructure projects tackling Delhi's traffic and pollution. Key plans include expressway links, bypasses, and an airport tunnel to ease congestion.

by: MSN

BJP's 'Scam 2024' poster dig at Arvind Kejriwal, AAP hits back with GOAT response

The BJP's 'Scam 2024' poster accused Arvind Kejriwal of manipulating the voters' list, prompting the AAP to hit back with a G.O.A.T-themed motion poster.

by: MSN

Editorial: Think twice before breaking up the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority

In addition to running the annual point-in-time homeless count, a vast three-day undertaking every January that marshals thousands of volunteers to scour nearly every census tract

by: MSN

NTF-Elcac exec: NPA soon an insignificant threat

Saying the New People's Army (NPA) would soon become an "insignificant threat," the National Task Force to End Local Communist Armed Conflict (NTF-Elcac) on Wednesday renewed its call for its members to surrender.

by: MSN

GOP state lawmakers hope to use MAGA 'mandate' to push through extreme agenda: report

Republican lawmakers in conservative states hope to weaponize President-elect Donald Trump's election win as justification to push through extreme right-wing policies, such as steep tax cuts, anti-LGBT legislation in schools,

by: MSN

Scott Morrison attends Donald Trump's NYE party in Palm Beach

Former prime minister Scott Morrison and his wife Jenny have celebrated the New Year at Donald Trump's private party in Florida.

by: MSN

'Got to stop': Coalition slammed for 'talking down' the Australian economy

Assistant Minister to the Prime Minister Patrick Gorman slams the Coalition for continually "talking down" the Australian economy and small businesses.

by: MSN

Change in Karnataka unit chiefs' post, talks on in big 3 parties

BENGALURU: Even as there are no big elections, except for BBMP and zilla and taluk panchayat polls likely sometime this year, talks are on to change state presidents in all three major political parties — Congress,

by: MSN

'People Remember MNS To Solve Problems, Forget While Voting': Raj Thackeray In New Year Message

Maharashtra Navnirman Sena (MNS) chief Raj Thackeray said in his New Year message on Wednesday that the people of Maharashtra remember and look up to his party for solution whenever they face problems,

by: MSN

Number of rookie Secret Service agents rose as veteran members dwindled in years leading up to Trump shooting

Number of rookie Secret Service agents rose as veteran members dwindled in years leading up to Trump shooting - Agency has said it needs more resources
Wed, January 1, 2025

by: Sky

Suspected people smugglers face travel bans and social media curbs under tightened laws

It comes after the latest figures show that a total of 36,816 migrants crossed the English Channel to the UK in 2024 - a 25% increase on 2023.

by: MSN

Medicines that will have discounts for Social Security beneficiaries in 2025

Medicare, in collaboration with Medicaid, has negotiated with pharmaceutical companies to reduce the prices of ten high-cost, essential medications. This initiative, part of the Inflation Reduction Act,

by: MSN

What will Trump's second term mean for US energy production?

GlobalData looks at whether the The Donald will build on the power production revolution he began during his first term.

by: MSN

Don Jr says he's not wild about New Year's Eve at Mar-a-Lago

Don Jr says he's not wild about New Year's Eve at Mar-a-Lago - 'You wouldn't know it, but I'm basically a recluse,' says the president-elect's eldest son

by: MSN

UK, Irish government Hanukkah greetings fumbles mocked by celebrants

"Chamish Hakunach gach!" and "Cheag Sameach" branches of the UK and Irish government wished Jewish communities celebrating Hanukkah.

by: MSN

The top 5 education issues of 2024

Universities and state education policies dominated in 2024 with a tumultuous year that saw massive protests over the Israel-Hamas war and lawsuits over the separation of church and state in public schools.

by: MSN

Trump uses New Orleans attack to rant about 'Democrats and the Fake News Media'

Hours after a man drove an F-150 truck through barriers in New Orleans' Bourbon Street district killing at least ten revelers and injuring at three dozen, Donald Trump weighed in on Truth Social. The president-elect started off his social media post by attacking Democrats and the media while appearing to claim the driver,

by: MSN

Starmer joins world leaders in condemning New Orleans attack

Starmer joins world leaders in condemning New Orleans attack - The Prime Minister said his thoughts are with the victims, their loved ones and the wider US.

by: MSN

Bangladesh Army chief breaks silence on India-Bangladesh relations, assures cooperation with New Delhi on one condition that...

Commenting on the present state of India-Bangladesh relations, Bangladesh Army Chief General Waker-Uz-Zaman stressed that the two countries have a "give and take relationship" which must be based on fairness and equality.

by: MSN

India 'important neighbour', want ties based on fairness: Bangladesh Army chief

Bangladesh Army chief Gen Waker-Uz-Zaman said this in an interview with a Bangladeshi newspaper, his first since former premier Sheikh Hasina fled to India last August

by: MSN

Reform UK is generating media buzz, but it's about to face a harsh reality check - Dr Azeem Ibrahim

As Reform's claims to have overtaken the Conservatives in membership numbers come under question, the party is likely to face a harsh reality check. While they have managed to attract around 20 per cent of voters who supported the Conservatives in 2019,

by: MSN

How Sadiq Khan has used London fireworks for political point-scoring

The newly knighted Labour mayor was accused of poking fun at former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak 's rain-sodden call for an election in July and harking back to the New Labour era with last night's display.

by: Reuters

Israel's former defence chief Gallant quits parliament

Former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, who had often taken an independent line against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right government allies, said on Wednesday he was resigning from parliament.

by: Yahoo

2024 Year in Review: Crime, resignations, politics, and new businesses among top stories for the year

by: Reuters

Israel's former defence chief Gallant quits politics

Former Israeli Defence Minister Yoav Gallant, who had often taken an independent line against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right government allies, said on Wednesday he was resigning from parliament.

by: MSN

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

Bratcher says gun dealers could also be charged for knowingly selling firearms to medical marijuana cardholders and users.

by: MSN

Donald Trump and wife Ivana walk Mar-a-Lago red carpet at New Year's Eve party

Donald Trump and wife Ivana walk Mar-a-Lago red carpet at New Year's Eve party -

by: MSN

'Easy': New Year's resolution to put Labor and Greens 'last'

One Nation Chief of Staff James Ashby discusses an "easy" federal election New Year's resolution to put Labor and the Greens "last".

by: MSN

Ivory Coast announces withdrawal of French troops

French troops will begin to withdraw from Ivory Coast in west Africa this month, marking the latest reduction of France's military presence and a further weakening of western influence in the region.

by: MSN

Arab Americans eye Trump's pro-Israel government picks

As Donald Trump prepares to take office amid ongoing conflict in the Middle East, Arab Americans consider the legacy of his past policies and staunch support for Israel and how that could impact US policy.

by: MSN

Amy Hamm: As the Trudeau government crumbles, Canadians can expect a better year to come

The year 2025 will be a good one for Canadians. Our dysfunctional Liberal government signed off for their Christmas vacation with their house in shambles: a disappearing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau,

by: MSN

Judge refuses to dismiss lawsuit claiming Poland Spring water is not from a spring

A federal judge in Connecticut refused to dismiss a long-running lawsuit accusing the former Nestle Waters North America of defrauding consumers by labeling its Poland Spring bottled water as "spring water.

by: MSN

Gallup poll: Majority of Americans predict positive changes in 2025

By Tom Ozimek Contributing Writer A majority of Americans expect positive change in 2025 in a number of key areas — including employment prospects, inflation at reasonable levels, and the United […]

When will Trump take office? How to watch the inauguration in Arizona

Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th president will take place in the nation's capital, and Arizonans can follow the festivities from afar.

The article from MSN discusses the upcoming inauguration of Donald Trump as President of the United States, set for January 20, 2025. It outlines how Arizonans can watch the event, mentioning that the ceremony will be broadcast live on various networks including ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, Fox News, and C-SPAN. The inauguration will take place at the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C., where Trump will take the oath of office at noon Eastern Time. The article also provides information on local watch parties in Arizona, such as those potentially organized by political groups or public venues. Additionally, it touches on the significance of the inauguration, marking the peaceful transfer of power, and includes details on related events like the traditional parade and inaugural balls.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/when-will-trump-take-office-how-to-watch-the-inauguration-in-arizona/ar-AA1wNSHz