Wed, January 8, 2025

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: Slate

Elon Musk Is Living Out His Dark George Soros Fantasy

On his way out the door, Biden almost seemed to be trolling his successor and his supporters with the honorees, who included some of the right's greatest modern villains: Hillary Clinton, Bono, and George Romney (Mitt's deceased moderate father) among them.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: ABC

What are Linda McMahon's chances to be education secretary?

World Wresting Entertainment co-founder Linda McMahon has been getting high marks from her meetings with the Republican senators who could decide whether she'll be the next secretary of education.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

NATO Nation's Final Warning To U.S.-backed Militia; 'YPG Has To Go,' Turkey Tells Jolani | Syria

Turkish foreign minister Hakan Fidan warned the new Syrian rulers of a cross-border offensive into northeastern Syria against the Kurdish YPG militia if it does not disband the group. Earlier, Turkish President Erdogan too claimed that the circle is closing for the separatist organisation.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

In exclusive sit-down, Biden reveals his biggest regret and the compliment Trump gave him

Biden said he is considering preemptive pardons for public figures such as former Republican congresswoman Liz Cheney and former senior health official Dr. Anthony Fauci who have been threatened with investigation and prosecution by incoming president Donald Trump.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Biden on his son, Hunter, and his controversial pardon: 'Thank God he's doing really well'

"He's doing great, God love him," Biden said, the most animated he would be during a 55-minute interview about policy, politics and his legacy. "Thank God he's doing really well. He's been straight and sober." He called him "a very bright guy" who was now ...

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Live Briefing: Trump says 'all hell will break out' if no hostage deal by inauguration

Steve Witkoff, Trump's incoming Middle East envoy, told reporters that "good progress" had been made toward a deal that would free Israeli hostages held by Hamas.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Far-right leader pledges to 'govern Austria honestly' and makes demands of potential partner

Austrian far-right leader Herbert Kickl said Tuesday in his first comments after being tasked to form a new government that he aspires to "govern Austria honestly" as he prepared for talks on a potential coalition with conservatives who criticized him sharply in the past.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Start of Virginia's General Assembly session delayed because of Richmond water outage

Winter weather and citywide water outage coupled with special elections that could potentially flip control of the Virginia statehouse have set state lawmakers up for an unusual start to this year's General Assembly session.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: ABC

Trump threatens land grabs of Panama Canal, Greenland, even by force. Can he?: ANALYSIS

Authorities of Panama and Greenland have repeatedly said they won't hand over any territory to Trump, with Panama's president declaring that the canal "is going to stay in our hands forever," and Denmark's prime minister insisting "Greenland is not for sale."

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Off The Rails And Off To The Races

The guard rails are down and Trump's own comments are making clear his id has been fully unleashed. We are about to jump into the gulf. Indeed, after monologuing nearly a half hour of threats against friendly nations,

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

UGC draft on VC appointments sparks federalism debate in Tamil Nadu

Tamil Nadu government has strongly opposed the step taken by the central government to allow governors the authority to appoint Vice Chancellors and other non-academic members.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Is Israel's government listening? British minister won't say if her country's views are ignored

A senior British minister has refused to say whether she thought the Israeli government "listened" to UK complaints over its actions in Gaza and its ban on the UN agency for Palestinian refugees. Anneliese Dodds,

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Texas Oil and Gas Association set new record in state and local taxes and state royalties

This includes over two billion for Texas independent school districts and over one billion from property taxes for counties related to oil and gas, pipelines and utilities. Todd S

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Iran tells France to review 'unconstructive' approach ahead of meeting

Iran's foreign ministry called upon Paris to review its "unconstructive" approach, a few days before Tehran is set to hold a new round of talks about its nuclear programme with major European countries.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Taiwan Issues Warning Over China's Push to Grant Local IDs and Citizenship to Taiwanese

Taiwan fears China's issuance of local IDs to its citizens could undermine sovereignty and lead to forced integration.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: dailymemphian

Memphis Parks Director leaving the city

Memphis Parks Director Nick Walker is leaving his post at the end of this month to become the parks director for Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Walker leaves for Charlotte after six years heading the division.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

JESSE WATTERS: Trump has got his eye on a country, an island and a canal

Fox News host Jesse Watters discusses how President-elect Donald Trump suggested renaming the Gulf of Mexico and his interest in Canada, Greenland and the Panama Canal on "Jesse Watters Primetime."

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

U.S. refunding application fees for immigration program for citizens' spouses

The U.S. government will issue refunds to tens of thousands of unauthorized immigrants married to American citizens who applied for a Biden administration program that was struck down in federal court, according to internal government documents obtained by ...

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Plains post office renamed after Jimmy, Rosalynn Carter

The Plains Post Office at 119 Main Street will now be designated as the "Jimmy and Rosalynn Carter Post Office."

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Elon Musk Says 'Thank You, Britain!' After Poll Reveals Britons Celebrate His Involvement In UK Politics

Elon Musk's foray into UK politics is striking a chord with the British public, as highlighted by a recent poll and his warm acknowledgment of their support. The 53-year-old billionaire sparked further conversation by responding to a Good Morning Britain poll that gauged British sentiment about his political influence.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia To Be Elected Unopposed At BCCI SGM

Devajit Saikia and Prabhtej Singh Bhatia will be elected BCCI secretary and treasurer, respectively, unopposed on January 12 after being the only two names featuring in the final list of contesting candidates.

[ Wed, Jan 08th 2025 ]: MSN

US says Sudanese rebel force has committed genocide and imposes sanctions on the group's leaders

The Biden administration said Tuesday it has determined that Sudan's Rapid Support Force rebel group and proxies are committing genocide in the country's civil war and has imposed sanctions on the group's leaders.
Tue, January 7, 2025

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: CNN

Trump lobs global threats and rails against legal cases in wide-ranging remarks

President-elect Donald Trump delivered wide-ranging remarks on his agenda and presidential transition from Florida a day after Congress officially certified his victory in the 2024 presidential election.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: ABC

Biden administration seeks stay of plea deal for alleged 9/11 mastermind

The Pentagon has asked a federal court to stay a plea deal for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, who is slated to plead guilty on Friday.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: ABC

House passes Laken Riley Act as 1st bill of new GOP-controlled 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.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

US shifts over $100M in military aid from Israel, Egypt to Lebanon

The Biden administration in its final days is trying to bolster a ceasefire agreement that it helped mediate between Israel and Hezbollah.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: Slate

What, Exactly, Happened to Justin Trudeau? And What Happens Next in Canada?

On Monday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stepped down as the country and party leader, marking the end of a decade in power. (That's a long time, but it's still short of his dad's 15 cumulative years in office.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: Mint

Politics News News Today Live: Wall Street eyes active 2025 IPO year with $18 billion in potential offerings

Stay engaged with the latest in politics, covering government policies, political debates, and legislative updates. From breaking developments in national governance to international diplomatic relations,

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

'All hell will break out': 3 foreign policy takeaways from Trump

Trump promised 'all hell will break out' in the Middle East if Israeli hostages are not returned by the time he takes office.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Joe Rogan Says Mexico Should Become US State With Canada

The podcaster floated the idea of annexing Mexico, in response to Donald Trump's idea to make Canada the 51st state.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Meta shelves fact-checking in policy reversal ahead of Trump administration

Social media company Meta Platforms on Tuesday scrapped its U.S. fact-checking program and reduced curbs on discussions around contentious topics such as immigration and gender identity, bowing to criticism from conservatives as President-elect Donald Trump prepares to take office for a second time.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Aurora mayor blasts Denver counterpart for city's Tren de Aragua and migrant crisis

Aurora Mayor Mike Coffman has called on Denver Mayor Mike Johnston to come clean about his potential role in how two nonprofits allegedly housed migrants in Aurora without notifying local officials.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump Floats Canada As 51st US State, Says He's Ready To Use 'Economic Force' To Achieve It

President-elect Donald Trump suggested Tuesday that Canada could become the 51st U.S. state as he criticized trade imbalances and subsidies, signaling a potential escalation in economic and political tensions with America's northern neighbor.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Laken Riley Act passes US House | Family says bill in her name 'has our full support'

The bill seeks to give ICE and state governments more resources against those who have crossed the border illegally and committed crimes.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Dear UN Secretary-General Guterres: Your tenure has been a failure on multiple fronts

The world has become infinitely more dangerous under your watch since you were first elected Secretary-General in October 2016. Today we face several simultaneous regional conflicts, from the explosion of violence across the Middle East,

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

US shifts more than $100M in military aid from Israel and Egypt to Lebanon to bolster ceasefire

The Biden administration in its final days is shifting more than $100 million in military aid from Israel and Egypt to Lebanon as it tries to bolster a ceasefire agreement it helped mediate between Israel and Hezbollah.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: Richmond

Youngkin wants tax relief legacy; Dems in assembly have other ideas

Portsmouth, expects a "boring session" of the General Assembly to begin on Wednesday, but that may be wishful thinking. Lawmakers began arriving in Richmond this week with the Capitol complex temporarily closed because of a breakdown in public water service in Richmond after a winter storm.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: CNN

Fact check: Trump makes false claims about January 6, Europe, NATO and Canada

President-elect Donald Trump made numerous false claims during a wide-ranging Tuesday news conference in Florida, many of them related to foreign affairs and international trade. Here is a fact check of some of these claims.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Donald Trump refuses to rule out using military force to invade Greenland and Panama Canal

Donald Trump has refused to rule out using military force to bring Greenland and the Panama Canal under US control. Speaking at his Mar-a-Lago resort during a news conference, the President-elect said that he needs both the world's largest island and the Central American canal for "economic security".

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Federal prosecutors say they've uncovered 'additional criminal conduct' by NYC Mayor Adams

Federal prosecutors who indicted Mayor Adams on corruption charges last year allege they have uncovered "additional criminal conduct" that the mayor and others engaged in. The prosecutors from the Manhattan U.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

U.S. declares genocide in Sudan, sanctions paramilitary leader

Sudan's Rapid Support Forces has used systematic murder and sexual violence in its war in Sudan, the U.S. government says as it sanctions RSF's chief, Hemedti.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Harris to travel to Singapore, Bahrain and Germany before leaving office

U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris will travel to Europe, the Middle East and Asia from Jan. 13 through Jan. 17, the White House said on Tuesday. The trip, which will likely be Harris' last as vice president before leaving office on Jan.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: Reuters

US determines Sudan's RSF committed genocide, imposes sanctions on leader

The United States determined on Tuesday that members of Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) and allied militias committed genocide in Sudan and it imposed sanctions on the group's leader over a conflict that has killed tens of thousands of people and driven millions from their homes.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump's Panama, Greenland Threats Signal Unchained Second Term

In the space of an hour, President-elect Donald Trump called for absorbing Canada, declined to rule out using military force to seize the Panama Canal and Greenland, demanded NATO allies spend 5% of GDP on defense and vowed "all hell would break loose" in the Middle East if Hamas doesn't release Israeli hostages before he takes office.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Physician governor urges Capitol Hill to block RFK Jr.'s confirmation: 'Our children's lives depend on it'

Questions over the likelihood of Kennedy's confirmation took a turn this week after GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy, the incoming chair of the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, called out the potential future HHS Secretary for being "wrong" on the issue of vaccines.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Alexcia Cox, first woman and Black person to serve as Palm Beach County state attorney, sworn in

Alexcia Cox's first remarks as state attorney focused on her rise through the ranks at the prosecutor's office and her vision for the future.

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

'Gulf of America'? Trump proposes bold renaming, targets Mexico and Canada

In a statement as audacious as it was provocative, President-elect Donald Trump declared on Tuesday his intention to rename the Gulf of Mexico as the "Gulf of America." The announcement, accompanied by criticisms of Mexico's trade and immigration policies,

[ Tue, Jan 07th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump won't rule out force to take Panama Canal, Greenland

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump refused on Tuesday to rule out using military or economic action to pursue acquisition of the Panama Canal and Greenland, part of a broader expansionist agenda he has promoted since winning the Nov.

What is WEP and how did it affect the Social Security benefits of thousands?

In a landmark decision, Congress has repealed the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), a formula that previously reduced Social Security benefits for those receiving non-covered pensions. This change,

The article discusses the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP), a rule implemented in 1983 to adjust Social Security benefits for individuals who receive pensions from jobs not covered by Social Security, like certain government positions. WEP modifies the formula used to calculate Social Security benefits, reducing them to account for what is perceived as an unintended advantage in the original benefit calculation for those with pensions from non-Social Security covered employment. This provision primarily affects public sector workers such as teachers, police officers, and firefighters in states where they do not pay into Social Security. The article explains that WEP aims to make the benefit formula fairer by reducing benefits for those who have worked in both covered and non-covered employment, although it has been a source of confusion and contention, with many affected individuals feeling their benefits are unfairly cut. There's ongoing debate and legislative efforts to reform or repeal WEP, reflecting its significant impact on the retirement planning of many public servants.

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