Mon, January 6, 2025

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: 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: 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: 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: 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

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.

by: MSN

Biden signs the Social Security Fairness Act. Millions of people could see more in benefits as a result.

President Joe Biden signed a bill on Sunday that will repeal two laws previously preventing many public employees from receiving Social Security benefits.

by: MSN

Israel Thwarts External Threats While Amplifying Internal Ones

December, the Wall Street Journal featured an upbeat interview with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The Jewish state's remarkable military achievements over the last several months gave Netanyahu much about which to boast.

by: MSN

Biden signs Social Security bill, says American retirees deserve 'economic security and dignity'

President Biden on Sunday signed a Social Security bill repealing two statutes that have diminished payouts to public sector workers including firefighters and teachers for years. "The bill I'm signing today is about a simple proposition,

by: CNN

Four years after his supporters invaded the US Capitol, Trump is more powerful than ever

Late on a day of chaos and blood on January 6, 2021, it was unimaginable that Donald Trump — who summoned a mob to Washington and told the crowd to "fight like hell" — would get anywhere near the presidency again.

by: Yahoo

Jimmy Carter raised climate change concerns 35 years before the Paris Accords

When Jimmy Carter chose branding designs for his presidential campaign, he passed on the usual red, white and blue. "The minute it was announced, we all had the shirts to put on — and they were green,

by: MSN

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expected to announce resignation after mounting calls for him to step down: report

Lefty Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is expected to announce his resignation from office this week, according to a report. Three sources told the Globe and Mail, a Canadian outlet, on Sunday that Trudeau,

by: MSN

North Korea Launches Suspected Ballistic Missile, Japan Says

North Korea fired a suspected ballistic missile Monday, Japan's coast guard said, ratcheting up tensions in the region as political turmoil continues in neighboring South Korea.

by: NDTV

Elon Musk, Pakistani Grooming Gangs: UK Political Flashpoint Explained

The world's richest man, Elon Musk, has sparked a political storm in the UK by launching a series of controversial posts targeting Prime Minister Keir Starmer and the Labour government.
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by: Governing

Ten of the Biggest Issues to Watch in 2025

State officials face challenges from shrinking revenue and major changes from Washington in shared programs such as education and Medicaid.

by: MSN

Sen. Adam Schiff says the New Orleans attack shows Kash Patel shouldn't lead the FBI

Calif., said Sunday that the New Year's Day attack in New Orleans shows Kash Patel "should not be confirmed" as President-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the FBI.

by: MSN

Higher Social Security payments coming for millions of people from bill that Biden signed

President Joe Biden on Sunday signed into law a measure that boosts Social Security payments for current and former public employees, affecting nearly 3 million people who receive pensions from their time as teachers,

by: MSN

Biden Signs Social Security Fairness Act: When Do Higher Payments Start?

For decades, Americans have seen lower Social Security checks if they fall into the circumstances under the WEP and GPO.

by: Reuters

Syrian caretaker government to hike public sector salaries by 400% next month

Syria's finance minister said on Sunday the government would hike salaries for many public sector employees by 400% next month after completing an administrative restructuring of ministries to boost efficiency and accountability.

by: MSN

Why are Thailand and Cambodia clashing over Koh Kood island?

Parts of the popular island of Koh Kood are claimed by both Bangkok and Phnom Penh, but the real roots of the dispute run much deeper.

by: MSN

Lawmakers to discuss Oahu's future landfill with environmental, water officials

Oahu's future landfill is on the agenda at the State Capitol this week. Two legislative committees plan to meet with city environmental and water offi

by: MSN

Republican Mike Johnson reelected House speaker in dramatic floor vote

Republican Mike Johnson narrowly won reelection Friday as House speaker on a first ballot, overcoming hard-right GOP holdouts in a tense standoff and buoyed by a nod of support from President-elect Donald Trump.

by: MSN

COMMENTARY: Among challenges Trump faces in 2nd term: keeping sight of low-, middle-income voters who elected him

Every new president faces challenges starting a new term, and Donald Trump is in for some big ones. Looming large among them is the need for him to not disappoint the low- and middle-income voters who got him elected.

by: MSN

Trump appoints lawyer Stanley Woodward to White House role

Donald Trump has named Stanley Woodward to join his White House legal team, which will include working with chief of staff Susie Wiles. Woodward has represented multiple close associates of Trump and some defendants in the Jan.

by: MSN

A country that has flown under the radar could be Europe's next superpower

Following the dissolution of the Soviet Union, France, Germany, and the United Kingdom have predominantly held sway over European power dynamics. Yet, recent developments indicate a geopolitical shift, with Poland rapidly positioning itself as a burgeoning superpower in Eastern Europe, poised to play a pivotal role on the continental stage.

by: MSN

Syrian interim government raises wages amid economic crisis

The Syrian interim government, which assumed power after President Bashar al-Assad's fall and escape, announced on Sunday that it will raise the salaries of public sector employees by 400 per cent starting next month.

by: MSN

Tributes paid to former Welsh minister Baroness Jenny Randerson

Tributes paid to former Welsh minister Baroness Jenny Randerson - Lady Randerson served as a Lib Dem councillor, Welsh Assembly member and minister in both the Welsh and UK governments.

by: Newsday

Blakeman: Flags in Nassau will be lowered to honor Jimmy Carter

Critics had assailed the Nassau County executive for not ordering flags at half-staff to honor the 39th president.

by: MSN

Speculation grows that Austrian far right leader Herbert Kickl will be asked to form a government

Austrian President Alexander Van der Bellen on Sunday announced that he would meet with far-right politician Herbert Kickl as speculation grows that he will ask the Freedom Party leader to form a government.

by: MSN

Schiff: 'Kash Patel should not be confirmed' to lead the FBI

Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) says he believes Kash Patel, President-elect Trump's pick to run the FBI, is unqualified to run the bureau, especially in light of the New Year's Day terror attack in New Orleans.

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.

President Joe Biden has issued a warning about the potential for a repeat of the January 6, 2021, Capitol riots, emphasizing the ongoing threat to American democracy. In his speech, Biden highlighted the dangers of political violence and the need for vigilance to protect democratic institutions. He pointed out that the forces that led to the insurrection are still active, driven by misinformation and political extremism. Biden's comments come in the context of recent political events and the upcoming election, urging Americans to remain committed to democratic principles and to reject violence as a means of political expression. He stressed the importance of unity and the rule of law to prevent such an event from happening again.

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