Mon, January 13, 2025

by: PBS

Incoming Trump team is asking White House National Security Council civil servants about their loyalty

Some of these nonpolitical employees have begun packing up their belongings since being asked about their loyalty.

by: Richmond

Youngkin calls for new school funding formula, faults Clean Economy Act

Youngkin addressed lawmakers five days later than planned, calling the Richmond water crisis "difficult and frustrating."

by: MSN

Wisconsin local governments paying bigger share of recycling costs. Here's why and what to know.

A new report from the Wisconsin Policy Forum analyzed recycling trends in the state over the past decade and their impact on local governments.

by: MSN

House appropriations panel chief quits post

Ako Bicol Rep. Zaldy Co stepped down as chairman of the Committee on Appropriations of the House of Representatives. "I extend my heartfelt gratitude to the majority in Congress for graciously accepting my decision to step down as chairman of the House Committee on Appropriations,

by: MSN

Pressure mounts on Reeves as Starmer refuses to guarantee future of her job

Pressure mounts on Reeves as Starmer refuses to guarantee future of her job - Sir Keir Starmer declined to say the Chancellor would remain in post until the election.

by: MSN

'Maharashtra Mandate Ended Politics Of Betrayal': Amit Shah Targets Pawar, Uddhav In His Speech

Amit Shah, addressing a BJP convention in Shirdi, claimed the party's 2024 victory in Maharashtra ended the "politics of betrayal" that began with Sharad Pawar in 1978. He credited the BJP's success to Hindutva and development and criticised Uddhav Thackeray's 2019 betrayal.

by: MSN

New 'showdown' brewing between Elon Musk and Congress over pet project: report

Neil Armstrong — as part of Apollo 11, along with fellow astronaut Buzz Aldrin — became the first person to walk on the moon. Now, lawmakers in Congress are hoping to see an American return to the surface of the moon in 2027.

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: MSN

Even protesters are skipping: D.C. hotel bookings way down for Trump inauguration

Hotel bookings are way down ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration next week, and applications for protest permits are also off pace compared to the last time he took office. The president-elect's first inauguration sparked furious protests that led to violence and arrests in January 2017.

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: MSN

Biden Administration Extends Protections for Nearly 1 Million Immigrants Amid Legal and Political Challenges

The Biden administration has announced a significant extension of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for nearly one million immigrants, providing vital relief as the political landscape surrounding immigration continues to evolve.

by: MSN

BJMP urged to retract memo based on Parlade's claim linking PDLs to communists

Kapatid, a support group for political prisoners and their families, on Monday called on the Bureau of Jail Management and Penology (BJMP) to recall a directive ordering "close monitoring of suspected Communist Party of the Philippines (CPP) members in jails,

by: MSN

Column: Trump wants to grab control of Greenland, Canada and the Panama Canal. He's already bungled it

Trump wants to take Greenland from Denmark, make Canada the 51st state and retake the Panama Canal, threats reflecting his view that might makes right.

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

'Progress made' in talks over Israel-Hamas ceasefire and hostage release

Israeli and Hamas negotiators will now take a proposed deal back to their leaders for final approval, the person said.

by: MSN

Jack Smith resigns as Trump case winds down

Attorney Lexie Rigden joins 'Fox News Live' to discuss Trump being sentenced by Judge Merchan and prosecutor Jack Smith resigning from the DOJ.

by: MSN

Should winter fuel payment cut be reversed after freezing weather?

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by: MSN

Agniveer Reservation: In this state Agniveers will get reservation in jobs, loan up to Rs 5 lakh and much more..

Since the announcement of the recruitment of Agniveers in the army, many state governments have been promising to give them reservations in government jobs from time to time. But Haryana has become the first state to implement the policy of giving reservations to Agniveers in government and private jobs.

by: MSN

The Political Left Increasingly Parallels Nazism

It is common for left-leaning media to malign conservatives by asserting that they are ideologically connected to the truly evil Nazis. For example, on Dec. 20, CNN published an article titled, "Elon Musk endorses far-right German political party,

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: MSN

BJP's Smriti Irani accuses AAP MLAs of helping Bangladeshi infiltrators

BJP leader Smriti Irani on Sunday alleged that AAP MLAs Mohinder Goyal and Jai Bhagwan Upkar were involved in creating fake Aadhaar cards for Bangladeshi infiltrators.

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: MSN

Kakamega: Cleophas Malala regrets wooing residents to back Ruto, seeks forgiveness

Former UDA secretary-general Cleophas Malalah has regretted urging Kakamega residents to vote for President William Ruto in the 2022 general election.

by: MSN

Scholz Warns of Tension with Trump as Border Integrity and NATO Spending Loom Over Germany's Election

German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, a member of the nation's Social Democratic Party, has raised concerns over President-elect Donald Trump's moves on border integrity. Scholz, who has been chancellor since 2021,

by: MSN

Vico Sotto: Most public servants want clean government

Pasig City Mayor Vico Sotto, one of the youngest local government executives in the Philippines, highlighted his administration's battle against corruption and the strides made toward institutional reform.

by: MSN

CM Atishi Seeks Public Support Through Crowdfunding For Upcoming Delhi Polls

Chief Minister and AAP candidate from Kalkaji Atishi on Sunday launched a crowdfunding campaign to contest the upcoming Delhi Assembly polls and said she hoped that people would support her party's politics of work and honesty.

by: MSN

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.

by: MSN

How Trump's tariffs could impact border communities?

Chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton speaks with Mayor of Sarnia Mike Bradley on Trump's threats about Canada and how the border community is responding to the threat of tariffs.

by: MSN

CM Revanth Reddy calls for revival of ideological student politics, advocates unity for Telangana's development

HYDERABAD: Asserting that the lack of strong political ideology was the main reason behind defections, Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy said, "Leaders are switching parties for posts. Students who follow party ideologies will remain loyal to their organisations.

New rule could slash nicotine levels in tobacco products

The Biden administration is poised to try to lower the amount of nicotine in tobacco products, an eleventh-hour effort that's been years in the making.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has proposed a new rule aimed at significantly reducing the nicotine content in cigarettes and other tobacco products to non-addictive levels. This initiative is part of a broader effort to reduce tobacco-related disease and death by making cigarettes less addictive. The proposed rule would mandate that manufacturers produce cigarettes with nicotine levels so low that they would not lead to addiction, potentially encouraging current smokers to quit or reduce their consumption. This move has sparked a debate between public health advocates, who support the measure as a way to combat the leading cause of preventable death, and tobacco companies, who argue that such regulations could lead to an increase in black market sales of higher-nicotine products. The rule, if implemented, would not ban nicotine entirely but would limit it to levels that do not foster dependency, aligning with the FDA's goal to protect public health.

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