Sat, January 18, 2025

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: WESA

What to do if you have an issue with your municipal water or wastewater authority

Pennsylvania's municipal water and wastewater authorities have local control over operations, but they don't go unchecked.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: BBC

TikTok faces ban in US by Sunday after Supreme Court rejects appeal

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: Yahoo

When does Trump take office? A guide to the 2025 inauguration, including what to expect, the schedule and tickets.

President-elect Donald Trump's Inauguration Day on Jan. 20 is in a few days. Here's what will take place now that the ceremonies have been moved inside.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

Donald Trump threatens to bypass Congress to impose tariffs and tougher immigration policy

Donald Trump has threatened to bypass Congress to implement additional tariffs and enforce a more extreme immigration policy. During a two-hour discussion with Republican senators, the president-elect,

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

Refugees and resettlement groups brace for a second Trump presidency

Refugee communities and agencies are bracing to see whether Trump again curtails the U.S. resettlement program.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

Israel approves ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, beginning Sunday

Israel's government approved a ceasefire and hostage release deal with Hamas, paving the way for the agreement to take effect Sunday and potentially signalling a new chapter in a bloody 15-month conflict that has enflamed the Middle East.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

Biden leaves office nostalgic about five-decade career, and frustrated by how It ended

President Joe Biden exits the White House with a record of accomplishment but also lingering resentment toward some onetime allies who pushed him from the race. And he'll depart amid a strained relationship with his No.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

ASEAN and China must start tackling thorny issues of South China Sea code, Philippines says

The regional bloc ASEAN and China should make headway on a protracted code of conduct for the South China Sea by tackling thorny "milestone issues", including its scope and if it can be legally binding,

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

Why BJP's Delhi election campaign is all about Arvind Kejriwal

The party is projecting Kejriwal as having debased from his anti-corruption-activist image into a leader accused of financial irregularities and duping voters with unviable freebies

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

The dawn of a new nationalist era: Trump's second term and the global shift away from liberalism - Steven Edginton analysis

America is on the dawn of a new era. Soon Donald Trump will, for the second time, speak those sacred words, "I do solemnly swear that I will faithfully execute the Office of President of the United States and will to the best of my ability,

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

Budget must address the needs of small farmers

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump, Farage, Labour and that Senedd budget: How will politics play out in 2025?

Hooray! 2025 is to be an election-free year. That's what's promised for Wales anyway, although who knows in the current political climate? Nothing would surprise me at a time when the political terrain is as unstable as a drunk on an icy pavement.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

8th Pay Commission: Who will benefit from the 8th Pay Commission and how, see detailed report here

With the implementation of the 8th Pay Commission, central government employees will get a big salary hike. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnav said on Thursday that the Prime Minister has approved the 8th Central Pay Commission for all central government employees.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

Donald Trump Oath Ceremony 2025: Date, Time, and Other Key Details

Donald Trump's second presidential inauguration is set to take place on January 20, 2025, marking the commencement of his second term as the 47th President of the United States. This historic event will occur at the U.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: ProPublica

Following a Series of Government Hacks, Biden Closes Out His Administration With New Cybersecurity Order

The executive order follows a ProPublica investigation that found Microsoft prioritized profit over security, leaving the federal government vulnerable to the largest hack in U.S. history. Vendors must now demonstrate that their products are secure.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: ABC

Merrick Garland exits with his record under scrutiny and the Justice Department bracing for upheaval

Attorney General Merrick Garland came in with a mission to calm the waters at the Justice Department and restore its reputation for independence after four turbulent years during Donald Trump's presid

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump's influence spreads through state capitols in both substance and symbolism

A new year of lawmaking and politicking is underway in U.S. statehouses. Governors are acting quickly to outline their agendas. And in many cases, the influence of President-elect Donald Trump already is rippling through states in both symbolic and substantive ways.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: justthenews

Feds disbar EcoHealth Alliance and its former president after COVID controversy

"Today's decision is not only a victory for the U.S. taxpayer, but also for American national security and the safety of citizens worldwide," House Oversight Chairman James Comer said in a statement.

[ Sat, Jan 18th 2025 ]: Esquire

Donald Trump Will Be Sworn In at a Podium In a Rotunda His Supporters Desecrated on Jan. 6

So, because Washington is going to be in the deep freeze on Monday, they're swearing him in at a podium in the Capitol rotunda, the place that his more fervent fans desecrated on January 6, 2021. History is playing a joke on us all,
Fri, January 17, 2025

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: CNN

Trump's presidential transition: TikTok ban looms as inauguration moves inside

Kristi Noem, Donald Trump's pick to oversee the Department of Homeland Security, will appear before senators for her confirmation hearing. Follow for the latest news about Trump's presidential transition.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: ABC

RFK Jr. petitioned FDA in 2021 to revoke authorization of all COVID vaccines

Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who's nominated to become the next health secretary, asked the federal government to revoke its authorization of all COVID-19 vaccines in May 2021, just as vaccinated Americans began returning to a sense of normalcy after pandemic lockdowns.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: Vox

The bright side of TikTok's downfall

The end of one wildly popular platform is a chance to overhaul the broken social media industry.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: WLRN

After judge removes Riviera Beach candidates from March ballot, one councilman wants law changed

A Riviera Beach Councilman is pushing to change an election statute after an appeals court upheld a ruling disqualifying him and four other candidates from the March 11 ballot.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Scottish and Welsh voters could soon apply for postal votes online

Voters in Great Britain can apply for a postal ballot paper for certain elections online but residents of Scotland and Wales must use a paper form.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Kent Politics Podcast: Medway Council's chief executive Richard Hicks explains the process of local government reorganisation and what it means for services and staff

On the 50th episode of the Kent Politics Podcast, our reporters talk with Medway Council chief executive Richard Hicks for the inside take on what devolution will actually mean for Kent's current authorities.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: Richmond

It's freezing outside. And many of Richmond's homeless don't have a place to go.

In 2024, there were nearly 600 homeless Richmonders. Compare that figure with 100 beds, available on a walkup basis, for inclement weather situations.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: Slate

The Supreme Court Nailed Its Decision to Uphold the TikTok Ban

This ruling will disappoint the app's 170 million users in the United States. But it reflects eminently reasonable deference to the judgment of Congress.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

'A bonfire of climate regulations': What Trump's first days in office could mean for the environment

As Donald Trump prepares to become the 47th president of the United States, what will his first actions be on climate and energy, and how will they impact the rest of the world? View on euronews

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: KING5

The Trump effect: What will Washington state look like in a second term?

From the economy to immigration, President-elect Trump promises big changes that will be felt in western Washington and beyond.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Central Government Greenlights 8th Pay Commission, Major Boost For Employees And Pensioners, Promise Of Better Salaries Ahead | ABP News

The Central Government has granted a significant gift to its employees by approving the 8th Pay Commission. Government employees and pensioners have been eagerly awaiting this announcement, and the government has now fulfilled their long-standing demand.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Government: 'Grooming gangs audit not because of Elon Musk pressure'

Lisa Nandy pushes back against claims that billionaire tech entrepreneur Elon Musk has pushed the Government into launching a new audit into grooming gangs. The Culture Secretary says 'we govern for the real world' and not social media.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: CNN

Trump pick Kristi Noem to appear at confirmation hearing

Kristi Noem, Donald Trump's pick to oversee the Department of Homeland Security, will appear before senators for her confirmation hearing. Follow for the latest news about Trump's presidential transition.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Supreme Court upholds law that could force TikTok to shut down in U.S.

Congress and now the Supreme Court say TikTok must separate itself from its Chinese owners or shut down operations in the U.S.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: Sky

Kemi Badenoch hits back at claims she would means test pensions triple lock

Kemi Badenoch has denied the Conservatives would consider means testing the pensions triple lock, as she accused her opponents of trying to "scare people".

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: WHYY

How Trump's political and business interests will intersect in the White House

Here's a look at the various connections and potential conflicts in President-elect Donald Trump's second administration.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Russell Vought could expand power of Trump's budget office

If confirmed again as White House budget director, Russell Vought would likely do more than oversee spending, policy and regulations. Vought, a co-author of Project 2025 who served as budget director in Donald Trump's first term,

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: Reuters

Former Canada finance minister Freeland running to replace Trudeau

Former Canadian finance minister Chrystia Freeland on Friday announced that she would take part in the contest to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as leader of the ruling Liberal Party.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: RealClearPolitics

Scarborough: Elon Musk Is The Last Person To Trust With TikTok, Because He Would Do Exactly What The Chinese Would Want

Joe' host Joe Scarborough expressed on Thursday's show that he has "always been horrified" by the Chinese-owned app TikTok and said Elon Musk should not be the person to take over American operations for the social platform.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: ABC

Biden administration will leave it to Trump to implement TikTok ban

The Biden administration doesn't plan to take action that forces TikTok to immediately go dark for U.S. users on Sunday, an administration official told ABC News.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump Plans to Designate Cryptocurrency as a National Priority

President-elect Donald Trump is planning to release an executive order elevating crypto as a policy priority and giving industry insiders a voice within his administration, according to people familiar with the plans.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Pakistan's former Prime Minister Imran Khan sentenced to 14 years in jail for corruption

The 72-year-old, who has been imprisoned since 2023, says the latest ruling is politically motivated and that he will appeal the decision. View on euronews

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: Richmond

Key bill on data center oversight fails; rural-suburban split emerging

A centerpiece of a bipartisan push to strengthen Virginia's oversight of data centers failed in a early General Assembly test.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: RealClearPolitics

Student Governments Must Ditch National Politics

As politics have become increasingly nationalized and polarized, more and more local political bodies are being swept up by the news of the day to

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Delhi Projected To Go Into Revenue Deficit After 30 Years | Subsidy Bill Explodes | Watch

Delhi, a state which has amongst the highest per capita income in the country, is on the verge of a severe financial crisis. Delhi's subsidy bill has risen by 600% in the last 10 years. And its set to balloon further as all the political parties from the BJP to Congress and the Ruling AAP have promised more freebies if they come to power.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: MSN

Democrats' defeat leads to "demobilization and surrender" ahead of Trump's inauguration

Immediate action will be required to slow down Trump's "shock and awe" campaign against American democracy, civil society, the Constitution, the rule of law, and those individuals and groups he has targeted as "the enemy within.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: CNN

American Battleground: Trump and his quest for power prepare to confront the realities of winning

The music is majestic. The setting is glorious. Many of the top power players from DC are in attendance, and the words of praise for the president up front are unending.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: Reuters

Nvidia CEO says not attending Trump's inauguration

Nvidia's chief executive Jensen Huang said on Friday he will not be attending U.S. President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, but will instead be "on the road" celebrating the Lunar New Year with employees and their families.

[ Fri, Jan 17th 2025 ]: Slate

Trump's Biggest Political Liability Is Hiding in Plain Sight

The Los Angeles Times' billionaire owner, Patrick Soon-Shiong, declared on X that "the Mayor cut LA Fire Department's budget by $23M." The right-wing social media account Libs of TikTok lambasted a political leadership team that "defunds the fire dept," and Elon Musk boosted a post that lamented "LAFD underfunding."

Who is Kirsti Noem? Dog controversy and what else to know on day of confirmation hearing

The farmer and small-business owner turned elected official has made headlines for being a possible vice presidential candidate and killing an "untrainable" dog.

Kristi Noem, the Governor of South Dakota, has been embroiled in controversy due to revelations in her upcoming book, "No Going Back: The Truth on What's Wrong with Politics and How We Move America Forward." In the book, she describes shooting her 14-month-old dog, Cricket, after it exhibited aggressive behavior and killed chickens. This incident has drawn significant criticism from animal rights groups and the public, overshadowing her political activities. Noem, who is also a potential vice presidential running mate for Donald Trump, has defended her actions by stating that tough decisions are part of farm life. This controversy comes at a time when she is also dealing with a lawsuit from a local media outlet over access to public records, further complicating her public image as she navigates her political career and potential national ambitions.

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