Sun, January 5, 2025

by: BBC

Musk says Farage 'doesn't have what it takes' to be Reform UK leader

Elon Musk has called for Nigel Farage to be replaced as leader of Reform UK, just weeks after reports the multi-billionaire was in talks to donate to the party. In a post on his social media site X, Musk said Farage "doesn't have what it takes" to lead the party - but did not explain his reasoning.

by: Indiatimes

Elon Musk calls UK PM Keir Starmer a 'national embarrassment', demands his resignation

Elon Musk has called for the resignation of UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, criticising his past handling of grooming gangs and accusing him of be

by: Oregonian

Biden's final actions as president leave some transgender people feeling unsupported

In his last full month in office, Biden scrapped pending plans to provide protections for transgender student-athletes and signed a bill that strips coverage of transgender medical treatments for the children of service members.

by: Sky

Elon Musk says 'Farage doesn't have what it takes' as Reform UK leader describes comment as 'a surprise'

A dividing line has opened up between the world's richest man and Reform leader Nigel Farage over the former's support for jailed activist Tommy Robinson.

by: BBC

Musk's grooming gangs attack on Jess Phillips a 'disgraceful smear' says Streeting

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage says just because he has support from Musk, they "don't have to agree on everything".

by: MSN

'They're petrified': Reform in row with Labour over delayed local elections

Reform's deputy leader Richard Tice claims more than half of the scheduled elections for 2,240 council seats across 32 councils could be postponed to allow councils to prepare for Labour's devolution

by: MSN

Michael J. Fox, Bono and Anna Wintour receive Presidential Medal of Freedom

Others receiving the honour from Joe Biden at the White House included former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, conservationist Jane Goodall, fashion designer Ralph Lauren, actor Denzel Washington,

by: MSN

Italian Prime Minister Meloni meets with Trump at his Florida resort

WEST PALM BEACH, Florida (Reuters) -Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni flew to Florida to meet with President-elect Donald Trump on Saturday, as the key European leader sought to buttress ties with Trump before his inauguration on Jan.

by: MSN

Austria: Chancellor Nehammer to resign after coalition talks collapse

There was political turbulence in Austria on Saturday night after coalition talks between the country's centrist parties broke down and Chancellor Karl Nehmammer announced his resignation. What happens next is unclear.

by: MSN

Kim Jong Un 'bans North Koreans from eating hotdogs' in new crackdown

The despot, 40, claims that the popular fast food dish is too Western and says that serving the food will now be deemed an act of treason.

by: MSN

Costas Simitis, former Greek prime minister and socialist leader, dies at 88

Costas Simitis, former Greek prime minister and socialist leader, dies at 88 - Costas Simitis, former prime minister of Greece and the architect of the country's joining the common European currency,

by: MSN

'Finest man that ever served': Mourners react to loss and legacy of Jimmy Carter

Of the hundreds of people who turned out on Saturday in Georgia to say goodbye to Jimmy Carter, many offered poignant comments on his life and legacy.

by: MSN

Thousands take to streets in Tel Aviv to protest against Netanyahu

Thousands have taken to the streets in Tel Aviv, Israel to protest against the government of Benjamin Netanyahu. Protesters demanded an end to the war in Gaza and a ceasefire that would bring home the hostages still held by Hamas.

by: MSN

Jimmy Carter begins final journey through Georgia

Mourners in Georgia paid their respects to former U.S. president Jimmy Carter as his casket was moved from the Phoebe Sumter Medical Center and began traveling to Atlanta, where he will lie in repose until Tuesday.

by: MSN

'Tejashwi Yadav should lead BPSC protests': Prashant Kishor as RJD leader accuses him of hijacking agitation

Calling him a 'tall leader', Prashant Kishor said Tejashwi Yadav should have taken the lead in the BPSC protest instead of him

by: MSN

Italy's Meloni meets Trump at his Florida resort Mar-a-Lago

The Italian prime minister is the latest among leaders who have visited Trump at Mar-a-Lago since his November election win. She is also close to billionare Elon Musk, who will play a key role in Trump's second term.

by: legit

2027: 'It Would be Difficult to Rig Presidential Election,' Group, Gives Reason

Nigerian general elections may witness another wave as President Bola Ahmed Tinubu risks being booted out of office. Legit.ng has the updates.

by: MSN

Anna University case: Tamilisai Soundarajan condemns TN Govt alleges of 'not allowing to raise voice'

Speaking over the Anna University alleged sexual assault case, BJP leader Tamilisai Soundarajan condemned Tamil Nadu govt and alleged the state govt. of not allowing to raise voice. She said, "We met the governor and submitted a memorandum,

by: MSN

Bono and Jane Goodall to receive Presidential Medal of Freedom from Joe Biden

U2 frontman Bono, British conservationist Dame Jane Goodall and actor Denzel Washington are among the famous faces who will receive the highest US civilian honour, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, on Saturday.

by: MSN

Washington Post cartoonist quits after sketch of Bezos bowing to Trump rejected

The paper's owner and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos was among media executives portrayed bowing before the president-elect.

by: MSN

BJP Leader Pravesh Verma's Statement After Receiving Ticket For Assembly | ABP Live

In Delhi, BJP leader Pravesh Verma, after receiving a ticket for the New Delhi Assembly seat, made a statement, saying, "In the upcoming elections next month, the people of Delhi are going to make history.

by: MSN

MAGA-world in meltdown after George Soros awarded the Medal of Freedom

MAGA-world in meltdown after George Soros awarded the Medal of Freedom - Soros has long been lightning rod for conservatives due to prolific funding for Democrats and progressive causes

by: MSN

China Condemns U.S. Plans to Restrict Chinese Drones

The relationship between the United States and China has long been defined by competition and mistrust. In recent years, disputes over trade, technology, and national security have only intensified, with both sides seeking to protect their interests while accusing the other of unfair practices.

by: MSN

Nationwide strike for new elections announced in Georgia

A nationwide warning strike was announced in Georgia on January 15. Citizens are demanding new parliamentary elections and the release of detained protesters, Protest 24 reports. The protest, which will take place on January 15 at 15:00,

by: MSN

Austrian chancellor Karl Nehammer to resign after coalition talks fail

Austrian chancellor Karl Nehammer to resign after coalition talks fail - Next government in Austria faces challenge of having to save between 18 to 24 billion euros

by: MSN

Trump Hosts Italian Prime Minister Meloni at Mar-a-Lago

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni flew Saturday to Florida and met with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago.
Sat, January 4, 2025

by: Politico

Cut Government Salaries

Bob Woodson is founder and president of the Woodson Center. Eliminate professional politicians from using public office as careers by dramatically reducing the salaries and benefits of all elected ...

by: MSN

Governor Beshear appoints Owensboro and Madisonville natives to state board

Governor Andy Beshear has made appointments to Kentucky boards and commissions on Friday which includes Madisonville, Owensboro and Central City natives. Madisonville native, Andy Belcher, was appointed as a member of the Murray State University Board of Regents to serve for a term expiring on December 12,

by: AOL

Why is Elon Musk attacking Keir Starmer over grooming gang scandal and will there be an inquiry?

Billionaire and owner of X Elon Musk has attacked Sir Keir Starmer and the Labour government over its response to grooming gangs in the UK. Pressure has mounted on the prime minister after safeguarding minister Jess Phillips denied requests for the Home Office to lead a public inquiry into child sexual exploitation and grooming in Oldham.

by: BBC

Nigel Farage claims Reform can win power - but how realistic is that?

With new financial backers and a rapidly growing base, Reform UK does, at this moment, seem to have what they brag is the big momentum. Farage claims he's putting the party on the path to win the next election.

by: MSN

Here are big changes retirees can expect from Social Security and Medicare in 2025

Retirees can expect to see some big changes in 2025 when it comes to their Social Security and Medicare benefits.

by: MSN

Mayor predicts a 'big year' ahead for the West Midlands where residents 'see and feel a difference'

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Fox & Friends Blasts Biden's Prez Medal for 'Most Evil Man' George Soros

The Biden administration's Presidential Medal of Freedom award recipient list is causing some conservative media pundits to foam at the mouth. On Saturday morning's broadcast of Fox & Friends, host Rachel Campos-Duffy told co-host Joe Concha to "gird" himself before reading out some of the names on the list.

by: MSN

Donald Trump says UK's retreat from North Sea oil and gas is a 'big mistake'

Donald Trump says UK's retreat from North Sea oil and gas is a 'big mistake' - The US president-elect also said the Government should get rid of 'windmills' in a social media post about British energy policy.

by: MSN

Michael J Fox cheered at White House as he steps forward to receive Medal of Freedom from Biden

Michael J Fox cheered at White House as he steps forward to receive Medal of Freedom from Biden - The nation's highest civilian award honors individuals who 'made exemplary contributions to the prosperity,

by: MSN

Blackshear sworn into office as state senator

State Senator Willis Blackshear, Jr. was officially sworn into office this week. He is now the senator of Ohio's 6th district, which encompasses the greater Dayton area. Blackshear previously served as the state representative for Ohio's 38th district.

by: MSN

Battenfeld: Dangerous standoff in state shelters comes to a crossroads in Massachusetts

The dangerous standoff in Massachusetts with criminal migrants living in state-subsidized shelters side by side with families and children has come to a crossroads where politics has to give way to public safety.

by: MSN

BJP releases 1st list of candidates for Delhi polls, sets the stage for a triangular contest

by: MSN

Jimmy Carter's casket carried by his Secret Service agents as his funeral procession begins

Jimmy Carter's casket carried by his Secret Service agents as his funeral procession begins - Former president will lie in repose in Atlanta until Tuesday morning

by: MSN

What changes the new approved Social Security law in the US

The Social Security Fairness Act is set to transform retirement benefits for three million public sector retirees in the United States. With its recent approval by Congress, this legislation awaits the signature of President Joe Biden,

by: MSN

No benefit with PM Modi sending 'chadar' to Ajmer Dargah: Owaisi

AIMIM president Asaduddin Owaisi on Saturday alleged that there is no benefit with Prime Minister Narendra Modi sending a 'chadar' to Ajmer Dargah and that the government should take steps to stop cla

by: MSN

Kurds, women must be included in Syria's transition, European ministers say

By Riham Alkousaa DAMASCUS (Reuters) -All Syrian groups, including women and Kurds, must be involved in the country's transition if Damascus wants European support, Germany's foreign minister said after a closely-watched first meeting with the new de facto leader Ahmed al-Sharaa on Friday.

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Hakeem Jeffries Says 'No Election Deniers on Our Side' and Is Immediately Informed That Isn't the Case

You've got to hand it to House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries: He's not a man who lets reality or self-awareness get in his way. On Friday, the new 119th Congress came into session and elected its leaders.

by: MSN

5 Elon Musk tweets which show he knows absolutely nothing about British politics, law or the monarchy

After facing condemnation for attacking "Two Tier Keir" Starmer online back in August and claiming "civil war is inevitable" just days after far-right riots took place across England in response to anti-immigrant misinformation,

by: MSN

'Worst Instance Of Stalinism': Alan Dershowitz, Gregg Jarrett Rip Into Merchan Over Trump's 'Sham Trial'

Prominent attorney Alan Dershowitz and legal analyst Gregg Jarrett, Friday on Fox News, called out New York Judge Juan Merchan for his updated sentencing schedule, saying that city officials and the judge brought a "sham trial" against President-elect Donald Trump.

by: MSN

Gaetz's resignation read into congressional record

by: MSN

Giuliani Talks To Reporters After Testifying In Contempt Of Court Hearing

Rudy Giuliani speaks to the media outside of Manhattan federal court in New York on Friday after a contempt hearing to decide whether he has dodged and deceived lawyers trying to recover a $148 million judgment for two Georgia election workers,

by: MSN

How Congress will certify Trump's Electoral College victory on Jan. 6

The congressional joint session to count electoral votes on Monday is expected to be much less eventful than the certification four years ago that was interrupted by a violent mob of supporters of then-President Donald Trump who tried to stop the count and overturn the results of an election he lost to Democrat Joe Biden.

BJP Leader Pravesh Verma's Statement After Receiving Ticket For Assembly | ABP Live

In Delhi, BJP leader Pravesh Verma, after receiving a ticket for the New Delhi Assembly seat, made a statement, saying, "In the upcoming elections next month, the people of Delhi are going to make history.

BJP leader Pravesh Verma expressed his gratitude to the BJP leadership for granting him a ticket to contest in the upcoming assembly elections from the West Delhi Lok Sabha constituency. In his statement to ABP Live, Verma highlighted his commitment to continue working for the development of his area, focusing on infrastructure, health, and education. He also mentioned his intent to strengthen the BJP's presence in the region and ensure that the party's vision and policies reach every household. Verma's confidence in winning the election stems from his previous contributions and the support he has received from the local populace.

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