Tue, January 14, 2025

by: MSN

The far right and fossil fuel industry are allies

Dive into Tesla's unconventional approach to publicity and discover why the company thrives without traditional PR or marketing. Learn how Tesla leverages innovation, Elon Musk's influence, and word-of-mouth to dominate the automotive industry and reshape brand strategy in the modern era.

by: MSN

Canada PM Justin Trudeau blames 'political right' and social media for global 'anti-incumbency movement'

by: MSN

Congress sharpens attack on Arvind Kejriwal with old video of his 'remarks on reservation' ahead of Delhi polls

The Congress attacked Arvind Kejriwal, citing an old video wherein he discusses reservation. They allege this explains his silence on the caste census and removal of the 50% cap on quotas. Rahul Gandhi criticized Kejriwal and promised a caste survey if Congress wins Delhi assembly polls.

by: MSN

These Are the Senators Who Could Decide the Fate of Trump's Cabinet Picks

Vice president-elect JD Vance can cast the tie-breaking vote if needed, but Trump's nominees can't afford to lose more than three Republican votes if all Democrats vote no. Here's what could unfold. There are additional scenarios of course,

by: MSN

The Battles Over Donald Trump's Cabinet Nominees Are Finally Here

Pete Hegseth, Marco Rubio, Pam Bondi and Kristi Noem will all sit at witness tables in Senate confirmation hearings this week.

by: CNN

Trump's second term will begin with a crisis that will test his leadership skills

You know, I'm already putting my developer cap on," Trump said. Presidential trips to disaster zones can offer solace and unlock the power of government. An empathetic visit from the new president could create a strong impression and erase some ...

by: MSN

Elon Musk to have office near Trump in White House complex - NYT

American billionaire Elon Musk, who will lead the Department of Government Efficiency in the new administration of US President-elect Donald Trump, is being allocated offices within the White House complex close to the next US president.

by: MSN

UK politics live: Reeves warned more cuts would be 'political suicide' as pressure builds over market turmoil

Reeves warned more cuts would be 'political suicide' as pressure builds over market turmoil - Chancellor to address parliament as economic pressure mounts over cost of borrowing and falling pound

by: MSN

Budget 2025: How government can prioritise job creation and skill development

The upcoming Budget 2025 is expected to focus on economic growth while addressing key challenges and leveraging opportunities.

by: MSN

POLL: Should Keir Starmer sack Rachel Reeves as he throws her future into doubt?

The Chancellor, who has disparagingly been dubbed "Rachel from accounts" in some circles, is on the defensive after the pound sunk to a 14-month low yesterday.

by: MSN

Shelby County Commission passes 'no confidence' vote against MSCS school board

Shelby County commissioners passed a no-confidence resolution against Memphis-Shelby County School board members on Monday.

by: MSN

Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal 'could be hours away' as negotiators meet in Qatar

Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal 'could be hours away' as negotiators meet in Qatar - Israeli official says negotiations are in 'advanced stages' - with a deal possible in 'hours, days or more'

by: MSN

Special Counsel Says Trump Would Have Been Convicted for Efforts to Overturn 2020 Election

Prosecutors had enough evidence to convict Trump for efforts to overturn the 2020 result had they not had to drop the case, Jack Smith said

by: MSN

Biden: 'Never, never, never, ever give up'

Dr. Irving Finkel shares insights on the oldest known depiction of a ghost, found on an ancient cuneiform tablet at the British Museum, revealing Mesopotamian beliefs and practices around spirits.

by: NDTV

Elon Musk Should "Go Back To South Africa": Former Trump Strategist

Steve Bannon, the former chief strategist of President-elect Donald Trump, has launched a scathing attack on billionaire-entrepreneur Elon Musk, suggesting he "go back to South Africa."

by: MSN

Breaking News: EC Clarifies Current Procedure for Verifying Voter Lists and Names | ABP NEWS

The election commission has provided clarification regarding the current procedure for verfying voters lists and names . It has emphasized that submitting an application does not automatically result in the addition or removal of voters name from the list.

by: MSN

'Breakthrough' in Gaza truce talks as final draft presented -official

Mediators gave Israel and Hamas a final draft of a deal on Monday to end the war in Gaza, an official briefed on the negotiations said, after a midnight "breakthrough" in talks attended by envoys of both Joe Biden and Donald Trump.

by: MSN

As Donald Trump's inauguration day nears, his company unveils its new ethic guidelines; here are all details

Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony is just round the corner and his company has already issued a stern ethics guidelines that will be followed throughout his second term as US President. Here's what

by: MSN

Trump not 'inclined to change his approach' to tariffs, says Alberta premier

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says while she doesn't want to assume anything after her meeting with U.S. president-elect Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago residence over the weekend, Canada needs 'to be prepared' that threatened tariffs are on the way.

by: MSN

Kejriwal following Modi's strategy of propaganda, false promises: Rahul Gandhi

Rahul Gandhi criticizes PM Modi and Arvind Kejriwal, accusing them of neglecting backward communities, Dalits, tribals, and minorities. He commits to a caste survey and reservation cap removal if Congress wins in Delhi.

by: MSN

Tripura CM rejects demand to review recently-approved state emblem

Tripura CM Manik Saha denies opposition's plea to review state emblem, affirming that the decision followed extensive consultation. Opposition argues emblem lacks representation of Tripura's heritage.

by: coloradopolitics

Wolves from Canada arrive as Colorado wildlife officials refuse to release final destination details

Wolves from British Columbia arrive in Colorado for reintroduction program. CPW remains tight-lipped on details of the operation.

by: MSN

Drugmakers Will Ask Trump to Pause Price Negotiations

Drugmaker Eli Lilly & Co. has asked the US government to pause its forward march with drug-price negotiations, potentially thwarting the Biden administration's plans to release a new list of drug targets before leaving office next week.
Mon, January 13, 2025

by: CNN

Defense pick Pete Hegseth repeatedly criticized removing names of Confederate generals from US bases

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's pick for secretary of defense, has voiced strong opposition to removing the names of Confederate generals from US military bases, repeatedly saying the names should be changed back.

by: Reuters

California Democrats put on the backfoot as wildfires - and criticism - rage

For California Governor Gavin Newsom and other Democratic leaders in the left-leaning state, the still-raging wildfires could have been a chance to showcase their competence and unity with the White House in dealing with a natural disaster.

by: Sky

Rachel Reeves will remain as chancellor until next election, Downing Street clarifies

The Tories said it "speaks volumes" that the PM avoided answering questions on Reeves's future directly, amid growing market turbulence. Now Downing Street has clarified that position.

by: MSN

Biggest NATO allies in Europe will swiftly implement new targets, Berlin says

Germany, Poland, Britain, France and Italy will implement NATO's new targets for weapons and troop numbers, to be agreed in the summer, as swiftly as possible, German Defence Minister Pistorius pledged on Monday.

by: MSN

"Stark and troubling": Trump whistleblower sounds alarm over National Security Council loyalty tests

A questionnaire to NSC officials included asks on who civil servants voted for, donation history and social media

by: MSN

Nvidia lashes out at Biden's last-minute export controls on AI chips and rushes to praise Trump

Once reticent to get involved in policy debates, Nvidia issued a sharply-worded blog post criticizing Biden's sweeping new export restrictions on AI chips and other AI technology

by: MSN

Buddy Carter's Bill to Abolish IRS and Overhaul Tax Code Aims to Cut National Debt

Earl LeRoy "Buddy" Carter, the US representative for Georgia's 1st Congressional district, announced the introduction of H.R. 25, the Fair Tax Act, via a 9th January press release to replace the current US tax code.

by: MSN

Incoming Trump team questions civil servants, security staff about loyalty, political views

The move could potentially lead to a purge of non-aligned staff, and deprive the new administration of valuable expertise Incoming senior Trump administration officials have begun questioning career civil servants who work on the White House National Security Council (NSC) about who they voted for in the 2024 election,

by: MSN

Prominent diplomat and jurist who heads top UN court named Lebanon's new prime minister

Lebanon's new president has asked prominent diplomat and jurist Nawaf Salam to form the country's new government after Salam was named prime minister by a large number of legislators Monday. The move apparently angered the Hezbollah group and its allies.

by: MSN

Musk tried to 'undermine' general election and 'depose' Starmer, MPs told

Musk tried to 'undermine' general election and 'depose' Starmer, MPs told - Labour MP Joanna Baxter also accused Elon Musk of putting the safety of Home Office minister Jess Phillips 'at risk' through his platform X.

by: MSN

PM Modi attends Sankranti, Pongal celebrations at Union Minister Kishan Reddy's residence

Prime Minister Narendra Modi joined Sankranti celebrations at the residence of his Cabinet colleague and Telangana BJP president G Kishan Reddy on Monday. Telugu film star Chiranjeevi, ace badminton player P V Sindhu and several Union ministers joined the programme.

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: MSN

Office working 'the one thing that driving examiners can't do', says minister

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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

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi pitches for reconciliation in Manipur

Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi emphasized the need for reconciliation in violence-hit Manipur and highlighted that the situation is now under control due to combined security forces and proactive government efforts.

by: MSN

'Interference': Aileen Cannon accused of trying to hinder Senate's probe of Cabinet picks

Judge Aileen Cannon has triggered outrage among legal experts for purporting to block the release of special counsel Jack Smith's reports on the criminal cases against President-elect Donald Trump, given that she likely surrendered jurisdiction of the classified documents case when she dismissed it and the appeal went to the 11th Circuit.

by: MSN

CPI(M) leader Tarigami criticises Article 370 abrogation, calls it an assault on democracy

THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: The abrogation of Article 370 cannot be viewed in isolation but as part of a series of processes undermining democracy and federalism, said Mohamad Yousuf Tarigami, CPI(M) MLA from Jammu and Kashmir.

by: MSN

Incoming Trump administration given new blueprint on ways to weaken Iran: 'unique opportunity'

A bipartisan advocacy group called United Against Nuclear Iran has provided the Trump transition team with a playbook to reinvigorate U.S. policy toward Iran and use various means to weaken the regime.

by: MSN

Jimmy Failla & The 'Fox News Saturday Night' Panel Discuss The Viral Exchange Between Trump And Obama

During a segment on Fox News Saturday Night With Jimmy Failla, co-host of "Outnumbered" Emily Compagno and co-host of "The Big Money Show" Brian Brenberg try and brainstorm what President-elect Trump could have been saying to former President Obama during former President Jimmy Carter's funeral.

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Starmer says Reeves doing 'fantastic' job - but avoids saying if she will be in post at next election

Starmer says Reeves doing 'fantastic' job - but avoids saying if she will be in post at next election - The prime minister told an audience in east London that he is 'completely confident' in his team

by: MSN

Los Angeles mayor had vowed not to travel internationally before taking office

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Donald Trump to sign around 100 executive orders after taking office as president later this month

Recent reports have revealed that US President- elect Donald Trump is all set to sign approximately 100 executive orders which will be a substantial figure following he resumes office during later parts of the month January.

by: MSN

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.

by: MSN

Government blamed for deaths of Stilfontein miners

The government has been blamed for the continued deaths of the illegal miners trapped at Stilfontein Mine in North West. Labour union, the General Industries Workers Union of South Africa (Giwusa) said this was a culmination of a policy pursued by the government.

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.

Trump 'quickly' learning he and GOP House aren't on the same page: report

Donald Trump told the public Sunday that he wants "one big, beautiful bill" that would cover a kind of "Christmas tree budget bill," so-called because it includes many different funding measures. Trump thought he and Republicans in Congress were all on the same page,

The article from MSN discusses the emerging tensions between former President Donald Trump and the current GOP House leadership, particularly highlighting their differing priorities and strategies. While Trump has been focusing on his legal battles and using his influence to push for investigations into his political adversaries, the GOP House, under Speaker Mike Johnson, is grappling with more immediate legislative challenges such as government funding and foreign aid. This discord was evident when Trump's call for Republicans to reject a bipartisan border security deal was met with resistance from some GOP members, indicating a split in the party's direction. The report suggests that Trump's influence might not be as commanding as before, with some GOP members prioritizing governance over Trump's personal and political vendettas. This situation underscores a broader theme of Trump learning that his control over the party's agenda is not absolute, especially as the GOP navigates its path forward in a post-Trump era.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/trump-quickly-learning-he-and-gop-house-aren-t-on-the-same-page-report/ar-BB1roaFT