Mon, January 6, 2025

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: BBC

Justin Trudeau resigns as Canadian prime minister

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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".

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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 ...

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: MSN

TN Governor Ravi boycotts Assembly, leaves House in a huff

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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".

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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,

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.

[ Mon, Jan 06th 2025 ]: 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.
Sun, January 5, 2025

[ Sun, Jan 05th 2025 ]: MSN

Canada's Justin Trudeau may resign today amid stiff internal rebellion: Report

The development comes as polls show that Justin Trudeau's Liberals will lose badly to the opposition Conservatives in the upcoming federal election slated to be held in October this year.

[ Sun, Jan 05th 2025 ]: MSN

Labor spending 'record amounts' of taxpayer's money: Shadow Treasurer

Shadow Treasurer Angus Taylor has blasted the Labor Party saying the government under them has been spending "record amounts" of taxpayer's money.

[ Sun, Jan 05th 2025 ]: MSN

Canada's Justin Trudeau likely to resign as Liberal Party leader this week: Report

Justin Trudeau has been under mounting pressure since Chrystia Freeland's resignation as his finance minister on 16 December.

[ Sun, Jan 05th 2025 ]: MSN

Info chief says PAS will stand up for all whose constitutional rights are violated, even Lim Guan Eng and Najib, because 'we're all Malaysians'

PAS is ready to support any Malaysian whose constitutional rights are violated, even if it involves its political rivals such as DAP and Umno leaders, the Islamist party's information chief Ahmad Fadhli Shaari said today.

Nippon, US Steel file suit after Biden administration blocks $15 billion deal

Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel are filing a federal lawsuit challenging the Biden administration's decision to block a proposed nearly $15 billion deal for Nippon to acquire Pittsburgh-based U.S. Steel..

The article discusses a lawsuit filed by Nippon Steel against the Biden administration following the blockage of a $15 billion deal to acquire U.S. Steel. The U.S. Department of Justice, under the Biden administration, intervened citing national security concerns and potential impacts on domestic steel production. The lawsuit claims that the decision was politically motivated, especially in light of the upcoming presidential election, and argues that the acquisition would not compromise national security but rather enhance U.S. Steel's competitiveness globally. The case has sparked a debate on foreign investments in critical U.S. industries, with implications for international trade relations and economic policy.

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