Mon, January 13, 2025

by: Yahoo

Incoming Trump team is questioning civil servants at National Security Council about their loyalty

Incoming senior Trump administration officials have begun questioning career civil servants who work on the White House National Security Council about who they voted for in the 2024 election, their political contributions and whether they have made social media posts that could be considered incriminating by President-elect Donald Trump's team,

by: ABC

Trump's track record of disaster misinformation as he casts blame over California wildfires

As wildfires ravage southern California, President-elect Donald Trump has attacked Democratic officials, continuing a pattern of spreading misinformation amid disasters.

by: Politico

Let the 2026 elections begin

Rep. BYRON DONALDS (R-Fla.), who recently hired the same pollster who worked for Trump (and other successful Republicans), brushed aside a question about his interest in the governor's mansion. "There's really not much to talk about," Donalds said. "You know, our job is in D.C."

by: MSN

Gwede Mantashe: ANC's quick thinking ensured there is GNU and stability in South Africa

Gwede Mantashe said losing the majority in 2024 was a massive setback which meant the ANC had to use its brain quicker, to ensure there is governance.

by: MSN

Lacey schools will ask voters for $92M in upgrades. Here's what it would fund

"The need for updates can't be ignored," Lacey schools Acting Superintendent William Zylinski said in a plea to voters.

by: MSN

UK and Mauritius say 'good progress' made in Chagos Islands talks

UK and Mauritius say 'good progress' made in Chagos Islands talks - A Mauritian delegation visited London for talks on the controversial deal.

by: MSN

Raj Bhavan staff members aid 'illegal acts' of TN governor: DMK MP

CHENNAI: Accusing governor R N Ravi of being a disgrace to the post he holds, DMK MP P Wilson on Monday expressed surprise to see the govt employees at the Raj Bhavan aiding the "illegal acts of Ravi.

by: MSN

Is the issue with Musk's wealth or his politics?': Italian PM Meloni asks journalists on SpaceX talks

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni clarified her government's stance on a potential collaboration with Elon Musk's SpaceX, emphasizing that the discussions are purely professional and not influenced by personal connections.

by: MSN

Australia entering 'realm of domestic terrorism' against Jewish community

Executive Council of Australian Jewry Co-CEO Alex Ryvchin says the Albanese government has failed to grasp the "true gravity and severity" of Australia's antisemitism crisis.

by: MSN

People need to 'stop messing' with Donald Trump

Comedian Alex Stein says people need to "stop messing" with US President-elect Donald Trump and try to help him make the United States "great again".

by: MSN

Australians are 'sick and tired' of being lectured to about their national day

Shadow Defence Minister Andrew Hastie says mainstream Australians are "sick of tired" of being dictated to by a small minority of people about Australia Day.

by: MSN

Unprecedented surge of foreign boats along Australia's northern coast raises concerns over border security and environmental impact

There have been startling scenes along Australia's northern coast in recent months, with what's being described as an "unprecedented surge" of foreign boats. While some have been carrying asylum-seekers,

by: MSN

Trump and his team. Who will be key figures in new US president's administration

Donald Trump will become president of the United States for the second time and immediately begin forming his team. However, the candidates for key positions, including those important for Ukraine, are already known.

by: briefly

Meet Dean Macpherson, Minister of Public Works and Infrastructure in SA

Dean Macpherson is a high-ranking South African politician with a background in public policy and public administration. Uncover facts about his life and career!

by: MSN

How is Greenland responding to Trump's threats of annexation?

Chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton speaks with Greenland MP Pele Broberg, who shares his response to Trump's threats of taking control his country, and why he says this could actually boost its independence movement.

by: MSN

Minister Dean Macpherson discusses Public-Private Partnerships for government building privatisation

Minister Dean Macpherson outlines the need for a state asset management company to enhance public-private partnerships for government building privatisation in Durban.

by: MSN

The 51st US state? How Canada might take on Donald Trump

US President-elect Donald Trump threatened Canada with 25% tariffs and even quipped about a merger of the nations. The North American neighbors have strong economic links, so a trade dispute would have a heavy impact.

by: MSN

Researchers identify 550 marine species from intertidal zones in coastal areas of Maha

A similar project was undertaken by Prakash Gole, wildlife researcher and founder of the Ecological Society, in 1997 wherein he studied the marine biodiversity of 92 beaches in the coastal areas of Ma

by: MSN

Billionaire Control: How Musk and other moguls are reshaping politics

The growing influence of ultra-wealthy individuals, particularly Elon Musk, in politics raises concerns about the concentration of power. Musk's potential involvement in funding political movements, such as a £100 million donation to the UK Reform Party,

by: MSN

Labor announces $3 billion equity injection into the NBN

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced a funding commitment of $3 billion to the National Broadband Network and has pledged to keep the network in "public hands".

by: MSN

India is empowered due to Sanatana: Singer Anuradha Paudwal on Maha Kumbh

While speaking on Maha Kumbh, Singer and BJP leader Anuradha Paudwal said that India is 'empowered due to Sanatana'. She further said, "India is empowered due to Sanatana... My greetings to everyone for the Maha Kumbh.

by: MSN

What if Donald Trump were to rule like Vladimir Putin?

Donald Trump has refused to rule out using force to acquire Greenland from Denmark or the Panama Canal from Panama. Don't rule out that he might just mean it. The mere thought that America would extort or go to war with a close NATO ally to illegally ...

by: MSN

Donald Trump 'ready to shake things again' says Joe Biden; Claims he was the 'steady hand the world needed'

President Joe Biden's tenure focused on repairing international alliances, tested by crises like the Afghanistan withdrawal, Russia-Ukraine war, and Middle Eastern conflicts. As he leaves office, Biden maintains the U.
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by: NDTV

Delhi Assembly Polls: Delhi Chief Minister Atishi To File Nomination Today From Kalkaji Seat

Delhi Chief Minister and AAP candidate Atishi will file her nomination today from the Kalkaji Assembly Constituency for the Delhi Assembly polls, scheduled on February 5.

by: RealClearPolitics

California Gov. Gavin Newsom: I Have The Same Questions You're Asking, "What Happened To The Water System?"

California Gov. Gavin Newsom blasted President-elect Donald Trump for "threatening" first responders and spreading "disinformation" about how the state manages its water supply in the wake of devastating fires north of Los Angeles during an interview Sunday morning on NBC's "Meet the Press.

by: MSN

KLEIN: We need to break City Hall's culture of secrecy

The culture at City Hall is one of secrecy and control. As a city councillor, I fought relentlessly to bring transparency to a system deeply entrenched in politics and hidden agendas. I moved several motions to eliminate the Executive Policy Committee (EPC),

by: MSN

How Palm Beach Is Coping With the MAGA Migration

Roads are choked. Real estate prices are stratospheric. As Trump supplicants, Silicon Valley moguls and Hollywood heavyweights swarm to Mar-a-Lago, longtime residents are seeing their quiet paradise hellishly upended.

by: MSN

'Not in war, but not in peace' - Sweden gets ready to new dangerous times

On Sunday, the annual conference "People and Defense" began in Selena. Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and Social Democratic Party leader Magdalena Andersson spoke at the conference, SVT reports.

by: MSN

Bangladesh foreign secy meets Indian envoy as Dhaka puts BSF on notice

Bangladesh's foreign secretary Sunday (Jan 12) held a meeting with Indian High Commissioner Pranay Verma in Dhaka and expressed his "deep concerns" over recent tensions along the border. State-run news agency BSS earlier reported that Verma had been "summoned" by Foreign Secretary Md.

by: MSN

Liberal officials say it's 'essential' their next party leader is bilingual

Current and former Liberal party officials, both French and English speakers, say the next Liberal leader replacing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau should be bilingual.

by: MSN

Australian pro-Israel counter-protesters told 'go back to Germany'

"Go Back to Poland! Go Back to Germany!" A woman shouted at pro-Israel activists at the Free Palestine rally in Melbourne's central business district.

by: PBS

What does the defense secretary do?

Leading the U.S. Department of Defense is a massive job, broadly affecting Americans' security at home and abroad and overseeing huge numbers of people and immense amounts of money.

by: MSN

Somalia and Ethiopia restore diplomatic ties after President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud visits Addis Ababa

Somalia and Ethiopia are set to restore full diplomatic relations after a visit by Somalia's President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud to Addis Ababa, as efforts intensify to heal a year-long rift that threatened further instability in the Horn of Africa.

by: MSN

CDU and CSU prioritize Ukraine and defense. Voters don't

The Christian Democrats have prioritized defense spending and supplying more arms to Ukraine. Though the party is popular in the polls, these proposals do not reflect the priorities of German voters.

by: rnz

'A good direction': Departing US Ambassador talks trade, AUKUS, and climate

The ambassador called New Zealand an "incredible partner" on climate, noting he had been to Antarctica, visited US scientists working with New Zealand counterparts in the Southern Alps, and recently visited COP26 in Azerbaijan with the minister for climate change, Simon Watts.

by: MSN

James Cleverly slams Labour's first 6 months and predicts huge Tory comeback in 2029

James Cleverly's scathing critique of Labour's first months in power paints a picture of a nation grappling with economic turmoil and political disillusionment.

by: Newsweek

Jamie Dimon on Why Donald Trump Won: 'Legitimate Issues'

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has attributed President-elect Donald Trump 's 2024 victory to his focus on "legitimate issues" that resonate with American voters. In an interview with CBS News that aired Sunday morning, Dimon discussed economic inequality, inflation and job insecurity—noting that Trump's messaging aligned with voter concerns.

by: MSN

Reeves shows 'tension and anxiety' in China - body language expert

Judi James revealed how the Chancellor appeared 'coltish and frisky' and 'doesn't look comfortable in her own skin' as she used hair-touching as a 'self-calming ritual'.

by: MSN

Trump Announces Tariff Plans for Canada and Mexico; Intends to Rename Gulf of Mexico

President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans to impose "very serious tariffs" on Canada and Mexico, citing concerns over illegal immigration and drug trafficking. During a press conference at his Mar-a-Lago resort,

by: MSN

Congress Announces Rs 8,500 Monthly To Educated Unemployed Youth If Voted To Power In Delhi

The Congress announced the "Yuva Udaan Yojana," offering ₹8,500 monthly for a year to unemployed Delhi youth ahead of the February 5 assembly polls.

by: RealClearPolitics

PBS Reporter: Trump Supporters "Ultimately Believe Him Over Even What We Report And Believe Him Over The Fact"

Some of Donald Trump's most controversial Cabinet picks will be trying to win over the Senate next week. It comes as Trump threatens allies and friends from Denmark to Panama, giving new meaning to "America First.

by: MSN

Atishi's crowdfunding campaign collects over Rs 15 lakh in 6 hours

Just six hours after asking people to fund her assembly election campaign, Delhi Chief Minister and Aam Aadmi Party candidate Atishi raised more than Rs 15 lakh through her online portal on Sunday. Atishi has set a goal of garnering Rs 40 lakh as her election campaign fund,

by: MSN

Zelenskiy calls on allies to honour promises on arms supplies to Ukraine

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on allies on Sunday to honour all promises to supply Ukraine with weapons, including those to counter Russian air attacks. Zelenskiy said that over the past week Russian forces had launched hundreds of strikes on Ukraine and nearly 700 aerial bombs and over 600 attack drones were used.

by: MSN

Congress promises Rs 8,500 per month to educated unemployed youth

by: MSN

'If we copy Reform we look weird' - Why Farage has the Tories in a fix

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by: NDTV

"Sharad Pawar's Betrayal Politics Began In 1978, BJP Ended It": Amit Shah

A month after BJP's big win in Maharashtra polls, Home Minister Amit Shah on Sunday claimed that his party's win ended the politics of betrayal and treachery started by veteran leader Sharad Pawar in 1978.

by: MSN

Ramaphosa declares 2025 'Year of renewal' vows to clamp down on ill-discipline within ANC

The ANC recently chose not to discipline some of the leaders that the State Capture Commission had named, failing to address their refusal to come before the disciplinary committee.

by: MSN

Florida leaders reflect and remember former President Jimmy Carter

From the Deep South to the White House, President Jimmy Carter dedicated his life to helping others. Carter's legacy is found worldwide and that impact will be felt for generations across Florida. Florida Democratic Party chair Nikki Fried said she is hopeful the next generation will learn from Carter's example.

Chinese artist cashes in on Buddha-like Trump statues

Donald Trump is not typically known for his calm or reserve, but in a craftsman's workshop in rural China the US president-elect sits in divine contemplation. "Every day there's interesting news when he's president.

The article from MSN discusses a Chinese artist named Wang who has created and sold statues depicting former U.S. President Donald Trump in a Buddha-like pose. These statues, which portray Trump in a meditative state with a serene expression, have become unexpectedly popular in China, a country where Trump's political image is often viewed critically. The statues, priced at around $150 each, have found buyers among both Trump supporters and those who see the artwork as a satirical or ironic commentary on Trump's persona. Wang's creation has sparked discussions on social media, with some appreciating the artistic fusion of Eastern and Western cultural elements, while others debate the implications of idolizing or mocking political figures through art. The artist himself has expressed surprise at the commercial success of these pieces, noting that his intention was more about exploring the intersection of politics and spirituality rather than making a political statement.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/chinese-artist-cashes-in-on-buddha-like-trump-statues/ar-BB1rl26l