• Wed, January 8, 2025

by: BBC

Keir Starmer and Kemi Badenoch clash over a national inquiry into grooming gangs

Talking about why she thinks a new national inquiry is needed into grooming gangs, Kemi Badenoch said the Independent Inquiry into Child Sex Abuse (IICSA), which concluded in October 2022, "wasn't about the rape gang scandal". She said: "in its 468 pages it mentioned Rotherham just once".

by: ABC

Trump and Senate Republicans still divided on how to implement his agenda

President-elect Donald Trump is meeting with Senate Republicans to try to get lawmakers "on the same page" on how to advance some of his major policy initiatives.

by: MSN

Trump Allies Fret Tax-Cut Plans at Risk With GOP Infighting

A faction of President-elect Donald Trump's allies is harboring doubts about Republicans' chances of passing a sweeping tax bill in 2025 amid party infighting and strategy disputes.

by: MSN

Biden's Infrastructure Bills Leave a Legacy of Big Spending and Little Payoff

When President Joe Biden vacates the White House later this month, talk will turn to his legacy: What did he accomplish in office? Which among his achievements will outlast him? Even though Biden came into office with ambitious promises,

by: MSN

UK to introduce 'world first' sanctions regime to target people smugglers

A "world first" sanctions regime which specifically targets people smugglers will be introduced by the government this year, David Lammy will announce.

by: MSN

How will Trump's border and deportation policies impact Utah?

With President-elect Trump returning to the White House in less than two weeks, promising to launch the largest deportation of illegal immigrants in our country's history, Utah leaders are responding.

by: MSN

Mark Zuckerberg's shift to the right was months in the making: From the Politics Desk

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's political shift to the right ahead of the new Trump administration was months in the making.

by: MSN

"Greenland belongs to the Greenlanders," PM Egede says in message to Trump and Denmark

The Prime Minister of Denmark Mette Frederiksen said on Tuesday that Greenland is not for sale after President-elect Trump refused to commit to avoiding use of military force to take control of Greenland.

by: MSN

With Trump taking office, some Democrats and pro-immigration groups ponder new ideas on issue

There's momentum among pro-immigration groups and some Democrats for policies that would move the party to the right on immigration.

by: MSN

Trump blames Newsom for Southern California wildfires, governor's office pushes back on facts

President-elect Donald Trump on Wednesday blamed the massive wildfires burning homes in Southern California on Gov. Gavin Newsom's water policies, claiming in a jab on his Truth Social media platform that Newsom put the needs of "essentially worthless fish" over "the people of California.

by: MSN

Donald Trump Blames California Governor Gavin Newsom for 'Virtually Apocalyptic' Los Angeles Wildfires: 'A True Disaster!'

by: MSN

Supreme Court Justice Alito spoke to Trump on Tuesday, ABC News reports

Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito spoke to President-elect Donald Trump by phone on Tuesday to recommend a former law clerk for a job in the new administration, ABC News reported on Wednesday. "William Levi,

by: MSN

"A peek at the test": New book claims Trump was fed questions from Fox News town hall

A new inside look at the Trump campaign claims the president-elect was given advance notice of town hall questions

by: MSN

House passes Laken Riley Act, which heads to Senate with increasing Democratic support

The new Republican-controlled House of Representatives passed its first bill on Tuesday, the Laken Riley Act, named for the 22-year-old Georgia nursing school student killed by a Venezuelan immigrant living in the country without legal permission.

by: MSN

Ethical questions arise over Trump's business and presidency

In the two months since the election, President-elect Donald Trump has urged his nearly 8.5 million followers on Truth Social to buy limited edition guitars that bear his signature and Trump-themed fragrances that "represent winning.

by: MSN

It's the first major decision of Trump 2.0 and Republicans are split

That's the tricky question facing Republicans in Washington, who claim they've been given a mandate to enact sweeping permanent change after November's election, but have one of the smallest congressional majorities in history to work with.
  • Thu, January 9, 2025

by: Indiatimes

Delhi Election 2025 Live Updates: Arvind Kejriwal writes to PM Modi over Jat reservation

AAP chief Arvind Kejriwal claimed that Prime Minister Narendra Modi, home minister Amit Shah promised to add Delhi's "Jat" to the OBC community if won the election but failed to do. He also claimed that the Rajasthan's Jat received the OBC benefits but not the Delhi's Jat.

by: Politico

Jimmy Carter's final accord

HAIL AND FAREWELL — For a fleeting moment today, official Washington's muscle memory will override its fast-twitch, knee-jerk partisanship as a distinctly American tableau plays out for former President JIMMY CARTER's funeral.

by: ABC

'He is the blame for this': Trump points finger at Newsom for wildfires with disputed evidence

"He is the blame for this," Trump wrote about Newsom on his social media platform Truth Social on Wednesday, but Newsom's office called that "fiction."

by: Reuters

Meet the influencer who has Musk's ear on Germany's far-right

On his public journey to embracing Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD), Elon Musk has frequently amplified the online content of one young supporter of the party - climate change and COVID-19 lockdown sceptic Naomi Seibt.

by: Reuters

US Supreme Court Justice Alito spoke to Trump on Tuesday

Conservative Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito said he spoke to Donald Trump by phone on Tuesday to recommend a former law clerk for a job in a government position, adding he and Trump did not discuss the U.

by: MSN

The need for social care reform is 'bleedin' obvious' and Government must announce plans in 2025, Dilnot urges

Sir Keir Starmer must have the political courage to make a decision on funding for social care reform, an expert said, branding it "completely unnecessary" for the Government to wait three years for more recommendations.

by: MSN

Ramping up criticism of Israel, Pope calls situation in Gaza 'shameful'

Pope Francis on Thursday stepped up his recent criticisms of Israel's military campaign in Gaza, calling the humanitarian situation in the Palestinian enclave "very serious and shameful". In a yearly address to diplomats delivered on his behalf by an aide,

by: MSN

Commentary: Trump's targeted tariff proposals are already a notable success

Since his election, President-elect Donald Trump has outlined targeted tariff proposals aimed at addressing pressing international issues. The most successful relates to Canada and Mexico's responsibility for illegal immigration.

by: MSN

Closer defence ties pledged as PLA joint staff chief Liu Zhenli visits Malaysia

Malaysian prime minister hails 'strong' China ties in talks with Liu, as defence minister urges dialogue to manage South China Sea issues The People's Liberation Army (PLA)'s chief of joint staff, Liu Zhenli,

by: MSN

2019: Trump blames California's Newsom and Pelosi for wildfires

2019: Donald Trump has blamed California governor Gavin Newsom for the wildfires currently devastating the state.

by: MSN

Jimmy Carter's funeral will bring all five living presidents together in Washington, D.C.

Supporters and friends of President Jimmy Carter and five living U.S. presidents will attend his funeral Thursday at Washington, D.C.'s National Cathedral.

by: MSN

Envoy says sloppy American defence firms 'bigger risk' to US security than China

US envoy to Japan Rahm Emanuel said contractors prioritising stock buy-backs over timely arms deliveries could harm national security American defence companies are hurting the nation's security interests by prioritising share buy-backs over delivering weapons to the US military and its allies,

by: MSN

BJP may announce 300 units free power, Ladli Behna-like scheme for Delhi: Sources

All eyes will be on the proposed Ladli Behna-like scheme as the BJP's recent victories in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh were powered by cash handout policies for women.

by: MSN

'Obamacare' hits record enrolment, but under Trump 2.0, the future is uncertain

While Democrats celebrate the programme's success, Republicans remain critical, as its future remains uncertain with Trump promising changes without a clear plan A record 24 million people have signed up for insurance coverage through the Affordable Care Act,

by: MSN

Demonstration against possible far-right government in Austria

Dozens of organizations representing civil society plan to protest in Vienna on Thursday against a possible government led by the far-right Freedom Party of Austria (FPÖ). In a call for demonstrators to take to the streets,

by: MSN

Northern Territory residents 'not happy' with Albanese and Labor: Jacinta Price

People in the Northern Territory are "not happy" with Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and his Labor government, claims Shadow Indigenous Australians Minister Jacinta Price.

by: MSN

Arvind Kejriwal writes to PM Modi, seeks inclusion of Jats in OBC list

Arvind Kejriwal accused the centre of betraying the Jat community in Delhi in the past decade and urged Prime Minister Narendra Modi to include the Jat community in the OBC list for reservations in education and jobs.

by: MSN

State funeral for former president Carter to take place in Washington

A state funeral for former US president Jimmy Carter will take place in Washington on Thursday from 1500 GMT. In addition to incumbent Joe Biden, US President-elect Donald Trump and predecessors Barack Obama,

by: MSN

Canada Suddenly Has No Leader, and No Plan, for a Trump Trade Fight

The united front that Canada presented in President-elect Donald Trump's first term is fractured and distracted after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's resignation.

by: MSN

Myanmar on path of Bangladesh and Syria...losing its cities to rebels daily, a new country to come up near India?

Myanmar, a country in Southeast Asia, is facing a severe crisis as it spirals into a full-blown civil war. The situation mirrors past conflicts in places such as Bangladesh and Syria, with fears of the possible emergence of a new nation.

by: MSN

Instagram and Threads will recommend political content now, says Adam Mosseri

We're going to be adding political content to recommendations," Mosseri stated, signalling a departure from his 2023 vision of creating "a less angry place for conversati

by: MSN

Qatar Condemns Israel's Alleged Historic Maps Publication

The State of Qatar has strongly condemned the recent publication of alleged historic maps of Israel by official accounts linked to the Israeli occupation government. These maps reportedly include not only parts of the occupied Palestinian territories but also Jordan,

by: MSN

Venezuela braces for crunch anti-Maduro protests

Opponents of Venezuelan strongman Nicolas Maduro will take to the streets Thursday, in a last-ditch bid to prevent him from being sworn in for a highly controversial third term as president. Ruling party loyalists have also taken to the streets in a blunt warning to their opponents.

by: MSN

Not a single penny from sewage fines goes to clean up rivers

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by: MSN

'Win for free speech and common sense': TV host welcomes Meta scrapping fact checkers

Sky News host Danica De Giorgio has welcomed Mark Zuckerberg scrapping Meta's fact checkers in America, stating the decision as a win for free speech and common sense.

by: MSN

Former Denver mayor to attend former President Jimmy Carter's funeral

Former Denver mayor Wellington Webb and his wife, former state representative, Wilma Webb, left for Washington, D.C. Wednesday for President Jimmy Carter's funeral.

by: MSN

Ford continues to push back against Trump's comments on Canada

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is pitching an enhanced energy partnership between Canada and the U.S. as part of a broader effort to stave off tariffs threatened by president-elect Donald Trump. Ford is also making rounds on U.

by: MSN

Elon Musk calls German chancellor "crazy and incompetent"

For several years now, the boss of Tesla, SpaceX and now Twitter hasn't hesitated to meddle with political affairs around the world. After supporting Donald Trump during the American elections, the billionaire is now setting his sights on European politics,

by: MSN

Where is Greenland and why does Trump want it?

Though the president-elect's rhetoric is unusual, for over a century a succession of US presidents have tried to gain control of Greenland.

by: MSN

Florida lawmakers consider banning political flags from schools, government buildings

Political flags could be banned from government buildings across Florida by this summer. State lawmakers are considering a bill that would prevent flags representing political viewpoints from being flown at schools,

by: MSN

Farmers oppose land acquisition by govt at mahapanchayat in Jewar's Thora

AIKS leaders pointed to disparities between market rates and compensation offered, especially near the upcoming airport. . Leaders vowed to continue their fight until the new laws were fully implement

by: MSN

Denver city official wins seat in state Senate, the third legislator selected by vacancy committee in recent days

Matthew Ball, Denver's policy director, won election to represent central and eastern Denver in the state Senate on Tuesday night — and is the third person elected to the legislature via a vacancy committee appointment in the past four days.

It's the first major decision of Trump 2.0 and Republicans are split

That's the tricky question facing Republicans in Washington, who claim they've been given a mandate to enact sweeping permanent change after November's election, but have one of the smallest congressional majorities in history to work with.
The article from MSN discusses the internal divisions within the Republican Party regarding former President Donald Trump's first major decision if he were to return to office, focusing on his proposal to replace income taxes with tariffs. This policy, which Trump has floated in the past, aims to eliminate the income tax system in favor of high tariffs on imports. The idea has sparked a debate among Republicans: some see it as a return to Trump's "America First" economic policy, potentially appealing to voters by simplifying taxes and protecting domestic industries. However, others, including economic conservatives and free-trade advocates within the party, are skeptical or outright opposed, citing potential negative economic impacts like increased costs for consumers, retaliation from trade partners, and the risk of sparking a trade war. This split highlights the ongoing tension between Trump's populist economic approach and traditional Republican economic orthodoxy.

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