Tue, January 7, 2025

by: Vanguard

Women and Gender in Conflict and Post-Conflict Politics in Nigeria

Gender equality has been a point of debate in the recent past. This is based on the ability to accord equal rights and opportunity for both genders where discrimination and prejudice are prevented. In Nigeria,

by: cnbctv18

Delhi Election 2025 Dates Live: AAP alleges BJP government revoked Atishi's official residence due to political vendetta

The term of the 70-member Assembly ends on February 23, and elections have to held before that to constitute a new House.

by: ABC

House passes Laken Riley Act as first bill of new Congress

The House will vote at 1 p.m. Tuesday on the Laken Riley Act as its first piece of legislation of the 119th Congress.

by: Time

How Canada Fell Out of Love With Trudeau

Trudeau leaves his country in peril, which means Canadians are not in the mood to celebrate his accomplishments as Prime Minister. He did do some things, though.

by: Reuters

US allows transactions with governing institutions in Syria despite sanctions

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

by: CNN

Why the clock is already ticking on the new GOP congressional majority

The Republican Congress that began its first full week of work on Monday is already operating on borrowed time - unless the GOP can defy one of the most powerful patterns of recent US politics.

by: AgWeb

Canada Gears up for Potential Trade Tensions with Trump

Canada is preparing for potential trade challenges following Trump's threat of a 25% tariff on Canadian imports. The Canadian government is considering a proactive approach, including the possible early release of a retaliatory tariff list.

by: Sky

Failure to report child sex abuse to become criminal offence amid grooming gangs row

Home Secretary Yvette Cooper has announced fresh measures to crack down on child sexual exploitation - but stopped short of approving a public inquiry following demands by the Tories and Elon Musk.

by: ABC

Donald Trump Jr. visits Greenland as his father says deal for US to buy it 'must happen'

Donald Trump, Jr., son of President-elect Donald Trump, emphasized that his visit to Greenland on Tuesday was just a personal one.

by: Richmond

Mayor: Richmond water pressure could return Tuesday afternoon

This is updated coverage of the water outage across Richmond caused by weather.Video: Richmond Mayor Danny Avula addresses citywide water outageWhere city is distributing bottled waterState Capitol, G

by: MSN

Palace maintains DepEd has highest allocation in 2025 budget

The Palace maintained that the Department of Education (DepEd) has a higher budget in 2025 than the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH). Executive Secretary Lucas Bersamin made the pronouncement on Tuesday after budget critics pointed out that the education sector's budget ranked higher only due to the inclusion of the Philippine National Police Academy (PNPA) and the Philippine Military Academy (PMA),

by: MSN

Will Donald Trump be able to save TikTok in the US?

In the latest tussle between Trump and Biden over future US policy, the president-elect is seeking to pause a law banning Chinese-owned social video app TikTok. Donald Trump says he wants to solve the case politically.

by: MSN

'Pod Save America' Bros Rip Biden and Harris for 'Good Losers' Attitude

The hosts of Pod Save America on Tuesday ripped into President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris for patting themselves on the back for being "good losers" to Donald Trump. On Monday, Harris had the unenviable task of presiding over a joint session of Congress certifying her own election defeat.

by: MSN

Jordan and Syria to combat arms and drugs smuggling, Islamic State's resurgence

Jordan and Syria have agreed to form a joint security committee to secure their border, combat arms and drug smuggling and work to prevent the resurgence of Islamic State militants, the Jordanian foreign minister said on Tuesday.

by: MSN

The State Department still needs to combat Chinese and Russian lies

by: MSN

What Justin Trudeau's Resignation Means for Immigration at Northern Border

Experts have told Newsweek that Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation will mean "very little" for immigration policy in practice.

by: MSN

Delhi election dates announced: Congress' Kalkaji candidate Alka Lamba promises robust law & order

After Election Commission of India announced the date of Delhi Assembly Elections, Congress leader Alka Lamba on January 07 said that Congress will work to improve law and order situation if the party is voted to power.

by: MSN

Carney 'considering' campaign to replace Canada's Trudeau

The former governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, Mark Carney, says he is "considering" entering the race to replace Justin Trudeau as the leader of Canada's Liberal Party. Trudeau said on Monday he would step down after nine years as Canadian prime minister - following growing pressure from his own party and poor opinion polling.

by: MSN

New Orleans attack came as the FBI was facing political heat and bracing for a transition

Joining law enforcement officials to update the public in the hours after a man killed 14 people and injured dozens of others in New Orleans, Louisiana's junior Republican senator, John Kennedy, implored the FBI to "catch these people" — and then added one more eyebrow-raising request of the federal government.

by: MSN

Trade threats still loom for Canada despite Trudeau resignation

Nearly a decade in power, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has announced his decision to resign after dropping in the polls and cracks became apparent in his minority government. The fateful moment came shortly after Trudeau tried to demote one of his closest cabinet allies,

by: Firstpost

World leaders vs Elon Musk: What's the latest in this political drama?

Elon Musk, after successfully influencing the US election and getting his preferred candidate Donald Trump elected president, is now looking to spread his influence in other countries. Experts say Eur

by: MSN

Starmer's Tory-style plan to slash red tape and make you richer

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by: MSN

US attorney Joshua S. Levy announces departure

Levy will officially resign on January 17th and acting first assistant U.S. Attorney Mary B. Murrane will assume the position.

by: MSN

Zille defends DA-led Western Cape government, says it does more for Khayelitsha than Camps Bay following Mashatile's condemnation

In his mini-campaign trail in the area, ANC deputy president Paul Mashatile accused the DA of neglecting poor areas in the province, including Khayelitsha.

by: ITV

Grooming gangs inquiry chief: No need for new probe, government must 'just get on' with reforms

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: Richmond

A compromise but no consensus on Virginia solar bill

After backing away from proposals that the state take over approving or denying large solar projects, legislators will consider a proposed state board to review proposals and recommend local action.

by: MSN

Mark Carney: From running the Banks of England and Canada to trying to succeed Justin Trudeau

From running the Banks of England and Canada to trying to succeed Justin Trudeau - The former Governor of the Bank of England is a frontrunner to replace Justin Trudeau as Canadian prime minister

by: MSN

Nurses and midwives demand better pay deal to make Starmer's new NHS plan work

Unison, which represents NHS staff from nurses and midwives to pharmacists, porters and admin staff, warns the plans will not work without 'sufficient' staff

by: Sky

How Elon Musk is driving UK government policy

How has the world's richest man managed to change the global political conversation and influence what government ministers are talking about in the House of Commons? Listen on Politics at Jack and Sam's.

by: MSN

Delhi will vote on 5 February, counting on 8th. How results may reshape national politics

Election Commission's announcement sets the stage for showdown between ruling AAP and BJP, while Congress struggles to regain lost ground in national capital.

by: MSN

Pope appoints Trump critic to be archbishop of Washington, DC, and appoints first female leader of a Vatican department

Pope Francis has appointed Cardinal Robert McElroy, a vocal defender of migrants and critic of Donald Trump's first administration, as the next archbishop of Washington, DC.

by: AOL

Keir Starmer torpedoes Elon Musk over 'lies' about grooming gangs

Sir Keir Starmer has accused tech billionaire Elon Musk and right-wing populists of spreading lies about child abuse grooming gangs and warned "they have crossed a line".

by: MSN

SNP Budget to pass after Scottish Labour say they will abstain on tax and spending plan

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by: MSN

Ashwini Vaishnaw launches official calendar of Government of India

Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw and MoS L Murugan launched the Government of India's 2025 calendar, themed on public welfare through public participation. Vaishnaw will deliver a keynote address at the Pune Public Policy Forum,

by: MSN

Starmer Says Musk Attacks on UK Mean Line Has Been Crossed

Keir Starmer condemned Elon Musk's barrage of social media posts attacking his UK government, his strongest response yet amid an escalating row with the billionaire Donald Trump ally that risks damaging relations between Britain and the US.

by: MSN

Elon Musk says "2025 is looking good" in response to Justin Trudeau's resignation as Canadian PM

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced his resignation amid internal party dissent and strained international relations. Elon Musk commented, hinting at political changes by 2025. Trudeau faced criticism over his policies,

by: MSN

Delhi Polls: Election Commissioner Counters AAP's 'Addition And Deletion Of Electoral Roll' Claim

Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar reacted to AAP's allegations on the addition and deletion of the electoral roll ahead of the Delhi Assembly Elections. "There were certain kinds of concerns that were raised (by political parties).

by: MSN

Afghans land in the Philippines for visa processing ahead of resettlement in US

A group of Afghan nationals arrived in the Philippines for the processing of special immigrant visas in order to resettle in the United States.

by: ABC

Trump backtracks from 'one big, beautiful bill' to fund his agenda

After nearly derailing a spending bill last month, Trump continues to shake up business on Capitol Hill, shifting positions on how Republicans should fund his policies.

by: MSN

Winter Woes in the UK and US: Pensioners Left Struggling as Leaders Slash Support

Pensioners in both Britain and the US are facing an increasingly hostile environment as a result of government actions taken against them. In Britain, Keir Starmer's governing Labour party have faced continued criticism for its decision to restrict winter fuel payments.

by: MSN

Justin Trudeau Resigns: Could his departure ease tensions between Canada and India?

Justin Trudeau's resignation as Prime Minister of Canada marks a significant shift in the country's leadership at a time when relations with India have reached a critical point. Trudeau's handling of the Canada-India relationship,

by: MSN

Should Trump pardon their Jan 6 dad? A mother and son disagree

Jackson Reffitt, who reported his father for participating in the January 6 Capitol attack, doesn't want Trump to let his dad out of prison early. Jackson's mom is fighting for pardons and other forms of clemency for her husband and other January 6 convicts.

by: Firstpost

Chrystia Freeland, Mark Carney & more: The many in fray to replace Justin Trudeau

Justin Trudeau announced his resignation as Canadian Prime Minister and Liberal Party leader at a press conference at Rideau Cottage. From former Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland to Finance Minister Dominic LeBlanc,
Mon, January 6, 2025

by: MSN

BJP government is 'mahanga maada' sarkar: Naveen Patnaik at BJD price rise protest

BHUBANESWAR: Thousands of BJD workers led by leader of Opposition and party president Naveen Patnaik on Monday took to the streets at Lower PMG here protesting the rising prices of commodities which have severely affected the common people's lives.

by: MSN

'Rocky road ahead': Trump struggles to 'quickly' get GOP on board with legislation

by: MSN

What's next for Canada after Trudeau's resignation

The Liberal Party will hold a leadership race to replace Trudeau. His successor will inherit a daunting list of challenges.

by: MSN

Musk suggests Americans should 'liberate' the British from their 'tyrannical government'

Musk suggests Americans should 'liberate' the British from their 'tyrannical government' - His post on X marked a surreal new step in the billionaire tycoon's escalating feud with Britain's ruling Lab

by: MSN

Connecticut Democrats' veto-proof majority and the 2025 budget session

They have until midnight on June 4 to adjourn with a new two-year state budget on the governor's desk. While lawmakers have already started drafting many of their major proposals, Gov. Ned Lamont will highlight several specific priorities in his State of the State address on Wednesday: utility bills,

Jimmy Carter funeral updates: Kamala Harris to deliver eulogy as president lies in state at Capitol

Kamala Harris to deliver eulogy as president lies in state at Capitol - Dignitaries, including Supreme Court justices and Members of Congress, to take part in lying-in-state ceremony at Capitol Rotund

The article from MSN discusses the funeral arrangements for former President Jimmy Carter, who passed away at the age of 98. His body is lying in state at the Capitol, where he is being honored by the nation. Vice President Kamala Harris is scheduled to deliver the eulogy at his funeral service. The event marks a significant moment of national mourning and remembrance, celebrating Carter's legacy, which includes his presidency from 1977 to 1981, his post-presidential humanitarian work, and his efforts in promoting peace and democracy worldwide. The funeral proceedings are drawing attention from political figures, former presidents, and the public, reflecting on his contributions to both American and global affairs.

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