Mon, January 6, 2025

by: Yahoo

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces his resignation

An official says Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau is set to resign as Liberal Party leader, effectively ending nearly a decade in power. The official said that Trudeau will stay on as prime minister until a new party leader is chosen.

by: CNN

Congress to certify Trump's election win on January 6 riot anniversary

Members of Congress will meet on Capitol Hill to certify the electoral votes in the 2024 presidential election for the first time since the1, US Capitol attack. Follow here for the latest live news updates.

by: Richmond

Biden signs Social Security bill, giving Spanberger a boost

President Joe Biden signs Social Security Fairness Act, co-sponsored by former Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-7th, who is likely to tout the bipartisan legislation in her campaign for governor this year.

by: i

How Starmer and the EU are turning on Musk

European leaders have united in opposition against Elon Musk just hours after Sir Keir Starmer accused the tech billionaire of spreading "lies and misinformation" on his social media platform.

by: Reuters

Justin Trudeau's star power dimmed after weathering pandemic and Trump

Justin Trudeau, who said on Monday he would resign as Liberal prime minister once the party names a new leader, led Canada for more than nine years before former allies turned against him.

by: Reuters

China's top diplomat heads to Africa as West's attention dwindles

China's top diplomat began his annual New Year tour of Africa on Sunday, maintaining a 35-year-long tradition, to quietly advance Beijing's already sizeable influence across the resource-rich continent as Europe's presence wanes and America's wavers.

by: ABC

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau resigns as leader of Liberal Party

The development comes a month after Canada's deputy prime minister, Chrystia Freeland, resigned suddenly from Trudeau's cabinet.

by: BBC

Justin Trudeau resigns as Canadian prime minister

by: Reuters

Nicolas Sarkozy: the legal cases faced by the former French president

Former French president Nicolas Sarkozy is standing trial over accusations he used Libyan cash to fund his 2007 presidential campaign, one of several legal battles the politician who once bestrode the world stage has faced over the past decade.

by: ABC

Here's what to expect when Congress convenes to certify the presidential vote

Congress is gathering for a joint session to certify the results of the 2024 election, the final step before President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Jan. 20, after some major changes to security for the ceremony and the law that dictates how it's carried out.

by: Variety

War of Words Between U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Elon Musk Heats Up: 'Starmer is Utterly Despicable'

Kei Starmer has responded to Elon Musk's criticism over the U.K. government's handling of the grooming gang crisis.

by: Reuters

US to ease Syria aid restrictions while keeping sanctions in place, sources say

The decision by the outgoing Biden administration will send a signal of goodwill to Syria's new Islamist rulers.

by: AOL

Explainer-The child rape scandal dominating UK politics after Musk criticism

A child sexual abuse scandal that revealed how gangs of mostly Pakistani men had groomed, trafficked and raped young white girls more than a decade ago, has returned to the political agenda in Britain following criticism from Elon Musk.

by: ITV

PM accuses Musk of 'spreading lies and misinformation' over grooming gangs

Starmer criticised "the poison of the far right" after tech billionaire Elon Musk continued his online attacks on the PM, calling for him to be put in prison. | ITV National News

by: Oregonian

Here's what looms for Multnomah County's fresh Board of Commissioners

From the Burnside Bridge rebuild to budget cuts to deflection, these are some of the biggest tasks facing the new county board.

by: MSN

Gas tanker 'Mulan' sparks concern in strategic Nordic waters

The Norwegian Coast Guard is monitoring the unusual movements of the gas tanker Mulan, which is registered in Panama. The vessel is circling over the area where cables and gas pipelines connect Denmark,

by: MSN

Predicting 2025's biggest stories in Texas

City leaders stepped down, public schools grappled with budget deficits, restaurants experienced the "Keith Lee effect" and women's sports boomed in 2024 in North Texas. Why it matters: The problems and successes of Dallas-Fort Worth didn't reset the moment the ball dropped and we rang in 2025.

by: MSN

Keir Starmer fires back at Elon Musk and attacks 'lies' over grooming gangs

Those how are spreading lies and misinformation as far and wide as possible are not interested in victims. They're interested in themselves.'

by: BBC

Starmer criticises 'lies and misinformation' over child sexual abuse as he hits back at Musk

The prime minister is expected to explain how he'll expand local access to community diagnostic centres, which offer tests, scans and X-rays, for 12 hours a day, seven days a week. He'll say this can create nearly half a million more appointments a year.

by: MSN

Kindiki angrily slams Gachagua for inciting Mt Kenya residents against Ruto: "Usituletee visirani"

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki expressed his displeasure with Rigathi Gachagua's recent political statements about President William Ruto's administration.

by: Yahoo

Congress is ready to certify Trump's election win, but his Jan. 6 legacy hangs over the day

As Congress convenes amid a winter storm to certify President-elect Donald Trump 's election, the legacy of Jan. 6 hangs over the proceedings with an extraordinary fact: The candidate who tried to overturn the previous election won this time,

by: MSN

Starmer unveils plans to cut NHS waiting times

Sir Keir Starmer unveils plans to cut NHS waiting times The Vivienne: Tributes flood in for Drag Race UK star after death aged 32 as police issue update Being an Army wife seems like the ultimate sacrifice - but we don't have a choice The Longest Living Dog Breeds Our 1st Cockpit Flight on the Boeing 737MAX-9,

by: MSN

Barred by jurisdiction: Lokpal disposes of corruption complaint against ex-CJI Chandrachud

The anti-corruption ombudsman Lokpal has dismissed a complaint alleging corruption against former Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud for being outside its jurisdiction. The Lokpal stated that a sitting judge or the CJI does not fall under its purview as defined by the Lokpal Act.

by: MSN

Your social security payment is set to go up thanks to Biden. Here's why

Your social security payment is set to go up thanks to Biden. Here's why - Advocates say the Social Security Fairness Act rights a decades-old disparity

by: MSN

Minister refers herself to ethics watchdog over corruption claims and links to deposed Bangladeshi PM

Minister refers herself to ethics watchdog over corruption claims and links to deposed Bangladeshi PM - Treasury minister Tulip Siddiq will be investigated by standards watchdog Sir Laurie Magnus amid questions over her aunt Sheikh Hasina,

by: MSN

Finger-pointing and suspicion: Jan. 6 defendants in disarray over potential Trump pardons

Before the 119th Congress convenes today with Vice President Kamala Harris presiding over a joint session to certify Donald Trump's election win, a group of Jan. 6 defendants and their supporters will hold a press conference at a hotel across town to press the case for blanket pardons when Trump takes the oath of office in two weeks.

by: Firstpost

Is row with India costing Canadian PM Justin Trudeau his job?

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly planning to resign today. Amid his waning popularity, he has been under pressure to step down as Liberal Party leader. Trudeau's allegations agains

by: HuffPost

Cowards, Liars And Jan. 6: Former Officer Michael Fanone Speaks Out As Trump's Return Looms

I don't believe we live in a democracy anymore," says Michael Fanone, who was nearly killed by Trump supporters four years ago.

by: ProPublica

"BadAss Grandmas" Pushed for an Ethics Commission. Then the North Dakota Legislature Limited Its Power.

Led by a bipartisan group of women, North Dakotans voted to create an ethics oversight body six years ago. Since then, the group has received 81 complaints and has not substantiated a single one.

by: AOL

UK politics - live: Farage hits back after Musk attacks Reform leader as Starmer vows to cut NHS waiting lists

The billionaire entrepreneur and Trump ally warned suddenly on Sunday that Mr Farage "does not have what it takes" to lead the party and instead endorsed Reform MP Rupert Lowe to replace him - just hours after Mr Farage had hailed Mr Musk as a "hero".

by: MSN

Biden warns Americans about risk of repeating riots similar to January 6, 2021

US President Joe Biden called on Americans to remember the events at the Capitol on January 6, 2021. He emphasized the need to prevent the recurrence of such threats in the future, The Washington Post reports.

by: MSN

Your social security payment might be going up thanks to Biden. Here's why

Your social security payment might be going up thanks to Biden. Here's why - Advocates say the Social Security Fairness Act - which is set to impact around three million people across the country - ri

by: MSN

Delhi Polls: ECI Releases Final Voter List Amid AAP-BJP 'War Of Words' Over Electoral Roll

The final voter list for the upcoming Delhi Assembly elections has been officially released, amidst a war of words between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP). AAP had accused the BJP of filing bulk applications to delete the names of voters perceived to support the Kejriwal-led party.

by: MSN

H1B Debate: 'Contrary To Perception, U.S. Non-Immigrant Visas Lead To Exploitation Of Indians...'

US President-elect Donald Trump is in an unusual position, while he has to ensure his mega-donors and supporters like Musk are happy with his administration's decisions regarding H1B visas, he also has to assure his mass supporters that this won't be done at their cost.

by: MSN

Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh offers prayers at Maa Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati

Guwahati (Assam) January 06 (ANI): Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan (Lalan) Singh on January 06 offered prayers at Maa Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati. HMPV Virus First Case in India: Bengaluru Reports Infection in 8-Month-Old Baby Netizens Crown Shahid Kapoor ...

by: BBC

Findlay rejects FM's 'preposterous' Budget claim

John Swinney is expected to say that if MSPs do not back his plans they risk "feeding the forces" of populism.

by: MSN

Ukraine fires US missiles, Moscow sees red and destroys eight of them

On January 4, the Russian armed forces claimed to have intercepted eight American ATACMS (Army TACtical Missile System) missiles fired by Kiev. The Ukrainians targeted Russian territory with American weapons,

by: MSN

Justin Trudeau - latest: Canadian prime minister 'ready to resign' as early as today over Trump tariff row

Canadian prime minister 'ready to resign' as early as today over Trump tariff row - Pressure is growing on Canada's leader from within his Liberal Party over his handling of US president-elect Donald

by: MSN

TN Governor Ravi boycotts Assembly, leaves House in a huff

by: MSN

Blinken Says Russia Plans To Share Advanced Satellite Tech With N. Korea

Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Monday that the United States believed Russia was expanding space cooperation with North Korea in exchange for its contribution of troops to fight Ukraine. "The DPRK is already receiving Russian military equipment and training.

by: MSN

World News Live Today January 6, 2025: Over 500 Afghan children killed or injured by explosive remnants in 2024: UNICEF

Get real-time updates on international politics, economic changes, conflicts, and environmental issues. Access the latest breaking news and in-depth stories as they happen, keeping you informed of events shaping the world.

by: MSN

'No politics in cinema': Pawan Kalyan's 'powerful lines' at Game Changer event get praise from Sandeep Reddy Vanga

Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his favourite part of the speech by actor-Deputy CM of AP Pawan Kalyan.

by: ITV

Elon Musk says Nigel Farage 'doesn't have what it takes' to lead Reform

Musk's criticism of Farage comes weeks after the pair had a "great" meeting in the USA amid rumours of a large donation to. | ITV National News

by: MSN

Elon Musk vs Keir Starmer: A Look Into UK's 'Pakistani Grooming Gangs' Row

Elon Musk, the world's richest man, has made several accusations against UK PM Keir Starmer over the past few weeks. The Tesla chief has been posting about child grooming gangs and mass rapes in the country,

by: MSN

Albanese already signalling another Labor term would be on the 'national credit card'

Sky News host James Morrow slams Prime Minister Anthony Albanese "splashing the cash" in Queensland and signalling another Labor term would be on the "national credit card".

by: MSN

Stoke-on-Trent City Council to unveil latest budget cuts and council tax hike

Cash-strapped Stoke-on-Trent City Council is set to unveil its latest budget proposals. The council will launch a public consultation on its draft budget for 2025/26 on January 6, with the elected members due to approve the final proposals on February 27.

by: Sky

Can Starmer silence Musk?

The drama is also back - with Elon Musk causing more than a stir in British politics after changing his mind about Reform UK leader Nigel Farage. It comes after Musk launched an attack on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and his safeguarding minister Jess Phillips over their handling of past grooming gang cases.

by: MSN

7 turning points that triggered Trudeau's likely resignation

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is reportedly preparing to resign amid mounting dissent within his Liberal Party. Sources suggest his announcement could come as early as Monday, ahead of the Liberal Party caucus on Wednesday.

Biden is traveling to New Orleans following the French Quarter attack that killed 14 and injured 30

President Joe Biden is taking a message to the grieving families of victims in the deadly New Year's attack in New Orleans: "It takes time. You got to hang on." Biden on Monday will visit the city where an Army veteran drove a truck into revelers in the French Quarter,

President Joe Biden is scheduled to visit New Orleans in the wake of a tragic mass shooting in the French Quarter, where 14 people were killed and 30 others injured. The attack, which has shocked the nation, occurred during a busy weekend, targeting both locals and tourists. Biden's visit aims to address the community's grief, discuss the response to the incident, and possibly announce measures to enhance public safety and support for the victims. This visit underscores the administration's focus on gun violence and community resilience in the face of such tragedies.

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