• Fri, January 10, 2025

by: Newsroom

Labour's message for 2026: Are you better off?

A year in Opposition with no leaks has left Chris Hipkins feeling optimistic about caucus unity and his changes in the next election.

by: ABC

Biden says federal government to cover 100% of costs for initial LA fire recovery

President Joe Biden on Thursday announced the federal government would cover 100% of costs of the initial federal disaster response to the Los Angeles wildfires.

by: 9NEWS

Polis addresses budget woes, immigration and housing reform in state address

NEWS livestreamed the governor's seventh State of the State speech, addressing Colorado's 2025 policy priorities.

by: Firstpost

What does Justin Trudeau's exit means for Indian students, workers in Canada?

Canada has been a favoured destination for Indian students for nearly a decade. However, with Justin Trudeau stepping down and the Conservative Party under Pierre Poilievre likely to come to power after the next federal election,

by: Wired

Elon Musk and Far-Right German Leader Agree 'Hitler Was a Communist'

In a conversation with AfD leader Alice Weidel on X, Musk concurred with her assertion that Adolf Hitler was a communist and pushed disinformation about migrants coming into the US.

by: Sky

Sikh group 'disappointed' at Labour's silence on 1984 Golden Temple massacre inquiry despite Starmer promise

In 1984, hundreds of people were killed after the Indian military entered a Sikh temple where separatists had sought refuge. Campaigners want an inquiry into potential links between the UK and Indian government ahead of the event.

by: Forbes

Book Review: Ron Manners' Excellent 'The Impatient Libertarian'

It speaks to an animating principle of libertarianism in a U.S. policy sense: abide a Constitution that leaves the vast majority of policymaking to the states so that free people can choose their individual policy bliss. If policymaking is local, people per Crane can go to bed early on presidential election nights.

by: PBS

What does the interior secretary do?

Many of Interior's offices have changed dramatically over time in response to evolving environmental and cultural values.

by: Richmond

For 8 years, city put off replacement of part that caused water outage

The city for at least 8 years put off replacing the water treatment plant's switchgear — the component that failed Monday morning, leading to flooding that took the plant offline and left Richmond residents without drinkable water for 5 days and counting — according to records obtained by The Times-Dispatch.

by: Slate

This New Immigration Bill That's About to Pass Is a Horrifying Trojan Horse

If Democrats cannot recover their nerve and stand up to this extremism, they will be complicit in the devastating consequences of its passage.

by: CNN

New intelligence suggests 'Havana Syndrome' possibly caused by foreign weapon; overall assessment remains 'very unlikely'

New intelligence has led two US intelligence agencies to conclude that it's possible a small number of mysterious health ailments colloquially termed as Havana Syndrome impacting spies, soldiers and diplomats around the world may have been caused by a "novel weapon" wielded by a foreign actor,

by: MSN

As Los Angeles burns, Elon Musk stokes partisan outrage

As flames engulf swaths of Los Angeles, Elon Musk is wielding X to stoke partisan outrage and conspiracy theories about the disaster.

by: MSN

Democrats slammed for siding with GOP on 'cruel and constitutionally dubious' scheme

Republicans are trying to force through a new immigration crackdown bill, termed the Laken Riley Act after a Georgia nursing student believed to have been murdered by an immigrant. The bill is sold as requiring immediate detention of any unauthorized immigrants who commit crimes.

by: MSN

Zelenskyy: Our dream is to secure guarantees and end the war in 2025

Ukraine's dream is to secure security guarantees and end the war with Russia by 2025. Everything necessary will be done to make this a reality, states Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in an interview with the Italian television channel RaiNews24.

by: MSN

New York Republicans to urge Trump to lift state, local tax cap

Republican members of New York's congressional delegation are set to meet with President-elect Donald Trump this weekend and push for an increase to the federal deduction for state and local taxes. Reps.

by: MSN

B.C. Conservatives seek inquiry into votes from mental health and drug facility

The B.C. Conservatives are seeking a commission of inquiry into alleged election irregularities in a riding they lost by a razor-thin margin last year, including claims of improper voting at a mental health and drug treatment facility,

by: MSN

Bumper pay rises on the cards for Liverpool councillors, leader and cabinet members

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by: MSN

Elon Musk's wildfire lies putting lives at risk: California officials

Elon Musk's constant stream of false and misleading posts from his X social media account have been putting lives at risk as wildfires rage in southern California, according to officials. The tech mogul and Donald Trump's "first buddy" has been amplifying far-right and racist narratives to his 212 million followers blaming the devastating fires on

by: MSN

Biden economists defend pandemic response despite inflation, warn about future crises

Top Biden economists shared a lesson for the Trump administration and beyond on Friday: Whenever the next crisis arrives, the government should not hold back in its response efforts. Why it matters: The Biden pandemic bill has been criticized for its size and the role it might have played in the inflation crisis that contributed to the administration's election loss.

by: MSN

US imposes sanctions on largest oil companies in Russia and more

The US has imposed sanctions on over 30 Russian oil service companies. At the same time, restrictions have also affected a Serbian company linked to Gazprom Neft, according to the US government website and the US Department of the Treasury.

by: MSN

Reform says Tories are 'terrified' as councils seek election delay

The decision drew anger from the Reform, the Liberal Democrats and the Green Party who argued the democratic process was being blocked

by: MSN

France and UK agree on long-term support for Ukraine and security guarantees

French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met at the country residence of the British prime ministers. One of the topics of their conversation was Ukraine, according to the Elysee Palace communiqué.

by: MSN

"Shameful": Arizona activists slam Kelly and Gallego for supporting GOP immigration crackdown

Ruben Gallego and Mark Kelly are catching heat from advocates who call their support for the GOP's "Laken Riley Act" a major disappointment from two candidates propelled by pro-immigration groups. The bill,

by: MSN

Biden lets 800,000 Venezuelans and Salvadorans stay 18 months as Trump readies immigration crackdown

About 600,000 Venezuelans and more than 200,000 Salvadorans already living in the United States can legally remain another 18 months, the Department of Homeland Security said Friday, barely a week before President-elect Donald Trump takes office with promises of hardline immigration policies.

by: MSN

Lebanon ex-president wishes newly elected president 'success'

"To congratulate him and wish him success in these difficult circumstances, of course this is an obligation," says former Lebanese president Michel Aoun after meeting newly elected president Joseph Aoun at the presidential Palace in Baabda.

by: MSN

Governor Abiodun approves conduct of 2023/2024 promotion exercise for Ogun workers

by: MSN

FACT CHECK: Will House Resolution 7 Require Women To Get Permission To Obtain Birth Control, Abortions?

A post shared on Threads claims House Resolution 7 will require women to get permission to obtain birth control and abortions. View on Threads Verdict: False The claim is false. House Resolution 7 does not include any language indicating it will require women to get permission to obtain birth control and abortions.

by: MSN

Musk uses X livestream to amplify German far-right leader's views ahead of an election

Tech billionaire Elon Musk livestreamed his chat with a leader of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany party.

by: MSN

From Vivek Ramaswamy to Sriram Krishnan: Inside the resumes of Indian-origin power players in US politics

Elect Donald Trump's administration, five prominent Indian-origin figures are set to play key roles in shaping policies and driving transformative change. From Vivek Ramaswamy to Sriram Krishnan, here's a look at the impressive CVs of these individuals who will play vital roles in the Trump administration.

by: MSN

Canada foreign minister won't run to replace Trudeau, cites US tariff threat

Canadian Foreign Minister Melanie Joly on Friday announced she would not run in the race to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, saying she wanted to focus on the threat posed by potential U.S. tariffs.

by: MSN

Sikh group 'disappointed' at Labour's silence on 1984 Golden Temple massacre inquiry

A Sikh group has been left "disappointed" after Labour failed to open an inquiry into potential links between the UK and deaths of hundreds of Sikhs at the Golden Temple in India in 1984.

by: MSN

German institutions depart X, a day after Musk's Weidel talk

More than 60 German and Austrian academic organizations say they will leave the messaging platform X owned by Elon Musk. The German government has also voiced fears that the platform is warping political discourse.

by: MSN

Trump sentencing live updates: Sentencing hearing is underway

Judge confirms Trump agreed to appear virtually. Judge Merchan begins by confirming that Trump is waiving his right to appear in person and that both parties have

by: MSN

UK foreign policy chief says Trump is right to urge higher military spending from NATO

Europe's security "is on a knife-edge" and President-elect Donald Trump is right to say NATO member nations must increase military spending, Britain's top diplomat said Thursday.

by: MSN

Trump sentencing live updates: President-elect to attend sentencing virtually

President-elect Donald Trump is scheduled to be sentenced in his New York hush money case after a jury in May convicted him on 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to a hush money payment made to adult film actress Stormy Daniels in order to boost his electoral prospects in the 2016 presidential election.

by: MSN

Canada Plots Broad Tariff Retaliation If Trump Starts Trade War

Canada is drawing up plans for extensive tariffs against US products if Donald Trump follows through on his threat to put 25% levies on Canadian goods, according to people familiar with the matter.

by: MSN

Trump to be sentenced over hush money conviction today as inauguration looms after Supreme Court verdict: Live

Trump to be sentenced over hush money conviction today as inauguration looms after Supreme Court verdict: Live - President-elect to appear virtually in Manhattan Criminal Court on Friday but has alrea

by: MSN

UK claims highest deportations of illegal migrants and biggest 'returns flights'

The UK government reported removing 16,400 illegal migrants, achieving the highest rate since 2018. Enforced returns increased by 24%, including more than 2,500 foreign criminals. The government used charter flights and new legislation to disrupt smuggling networks and target illegal migrants.

by: MSN

Vance resigns from Senate as he and Trump prepare to take office

Vice President-elect JD Vance resigns from the U.S. Senate as he and President-elect Donald Trump prepare to take office on Jan. 20, 2025.

by: MSN

How Trump's idea to annex Canada could upend the Electoral College and American political landscape

Trump refused to rule out acquiring Greenland and the Panama Canal by military force and has said the U.S doesn't need anything from Canada, including automobiles, lumber and dairy products

by: MSN

Crypto CEOs Clamor for Access to Trump as Inauguration Day Nears

Circle Chief Executive Officer Jeremy Allaire said Thursday on X that the stablecoin company contributed tokens worth $1 million to President-elect Donald Trump's inaugural committee — joining a parade of other CEOs vying for favor as the incoming administration works to form a key crypto industry group.

by: MSN

Imran Khan warns of plan to impose 10-year dictatorship in Pakistan

Pakistan's former prime minister Imran Khan, held in Adiala Jail, accuses the current system of blocking economic progress, alleging plans for a ten-year dictatorship. He criticizes the judiciary and police for rewarding complicity in oppression and stresses the need for constitutional adherence and addressing terrorism.

by: MSN

Venezuelan President Maduro to be sworn in again despite serious doubts over election results

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by: MSN

Liberal MP vying to be next prime minister dismisses importance of French language

Ottawa MP Chandra Arya — who announced on Thursday that he would be running to replace Justin Trudeau as the next Liberal leader and prime minister — says he doesn't speak French and doesn't believe it will matter to French-speaking Canadians.

by: MSN

Trump rails against 'dying remnants of the Witch Hunts' as he finally faces the music today

The U.S. Supreme Court late Thursday denied President-elect Donald Trump's eleventh-hour attempt to stop his sentencing in his New York hush money trial from going forward Friday morning. Trump appealed to the court's emergency docket late Tuesday to intervene in his forthcoming sentencing for 34 felony convictions,

by: MSN

Column: Trump shoots his mouth off as L.A. burns. His claims about fire hydrants don't hold water

As fire hydrants went dry while crews battled flames in Pacific Palisades, Donald Trump pointed the finger at California Gov. Gavin Newsom.

by: MSN

'Lies and disinformation': Critics say Trump got 'nothing right' about LA wildfires

Progressive critics were left shaking their heads this week as Republican U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and his MAGA allies absurdly blamed the Los Angeles County wildfires on everything from an ichthyophile governor to diversity policies—while ignoring what experts say is the true cause of the deadly infernos.

by: MSN

China's Xi to send top-level envoy to Trump's inauguration, FT reports

WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Chinese President Xi Jinping will send a high-level envoy in his place to U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's Jan. 20 inauguration, the Financial Times reported on Thursday. Beijing has told Trump's transition team that the official would attend instead of Xi,

Labour's message for 2026: Are you better off?

A year in Opposition with no leaks has left Chris Hipkins feeling optimistic about caucus unity and his changes in the next election.
The article from Newsroom discusses Labour's strategy for the 2026 election, focusing on a key question: "Are you better off?" It outlines how Labour plans to critique the current government's performance by highlighting economic and social issues like inflation, housing, and public services. The piece suggests that Labour will leverage public discontent with the National-led coalition's policies, particularly around tax cuts, public sector cuts, and the perceived failure to deliver on promises. Labour's campaign will likely emphasize the tangible impacts of these policies on everyday New Zealanders, aiming to sway voters by drawing a stark contrast between the current administration's outcomes and what Labour promises to deliver.

Read the Full Newsroom Article at:
https://newsroom.co.nz/2025/01/11/labours-message-for-2026-are-you-better-off/

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