• Sat, January 18, 2025

by: WESA

Legal fight over who's to blame for Pa. mortgage program woes continues

In legal filings, the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency says its former contractor owes it more than a million dollars for breach of contract.

by: KGOU

After major 2024 defeats, the Democratic Party searches for a new direction

by: ABC

'Oligarchy 2.0': Experts weigh in on whether Biden's warning about wealthy justified

Biden's farewell speech warning that oligarchs pose a threat to democracy has echoed a growing problem in the world, economic and historical experts say.

by: thenightly

Here are five areas to watch in the Australian economy under Donald Trump 2.0

Clearly Trump wants to hit the ground running, and from an economic perspective his key policy platforms are tariffs, taxes and liberalisation.

by: 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.

by: CNN

The latest on Trump's presidential transition as inauguration nears

President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration will be held indoors Monday at the Capitol due to dangerously cold temperatures. Follow for live updates on the final days of the presidential transition.

by: MSN

When BJP forms Government in Punjab, all crops will be purchased at MSP: Haryana CM

by: MSN

Govt Bans Sale and Use of Drugs Approved by Indian Body

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has announced a ban on the trade, distribution and sale of pharmaceutical products referenced to the Indian Pharmacopeia (IP) in Kenya. India Pharmacopeia is a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in the Government of India.

by: MSN

Trump departs PBIA for Washington DC and this weekend's inauguration ceremonies

Donald Trump's plane took off from Palm Beach International Airport Saturday as the soon-to-be president left West Palm Beach for Washington, DC.

by: MSN

British Labour MP under fire for not meeting minorities in Dhaka

Groups representing minorities in Bangladesh have criticised British Labour MP Rupa Huq for not meeting Hindu and other minority communities during her recent trip to Dhaka. They expressed concern that her visit missed addressing the violence and persecution of these groups.

by: MSN

Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal: Who is going to be released and what to expect

Who is going to be released and what to expect - Hostages and Palestinian prisoners are expected to start being released from 4pm local time Sunday

by: MSN

MedPAC Members Vote to Recommend Pay Hikes for Physicians and Hospitals

Physicians would get a 3% Medicare fee-for-service pay increase -- with primary care doctors getting a little more and other doctors getting a little less -- and hospitals would also receive a pay bump if Congress adopted two draft recommendations approved Thursday by the Medicare Payment Assessment Commission (MedPAC).

by: MSN

Bush, Clinton, and Obama to reportedly skip Trump's inaugural lunch

by: MSN

Junior NTR pays tributes to former CM of united Andhra Pradesh and Telugu film actor NTR

Junior NTR arrives at NTR ghat and pays tributes to the former CM of united Andhra Pradesh and Telugu film actor NTR on his 29th death anniversary.

by: MSN

BJP decides to go all out on one-nation-one-poll plan

Signalling its resolve to roll out the 'one nation, one election' plan, the BJP has constituted a high-powered committee chaired by Union agriculture minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan to shape public opinion and align its own state and local body governments with the importance of the idea.

by: MSN

'Escaped death by 25 minutes': Sheikh Hasina on surviving 'conspiracy to kill her' in Bangladesh

Sheikh Hasina claimed that there were 'conspiracies' at various phases of her life to kill her. 'Allah wants me to do something more,' she said.

by: MSN

8th Pay Commission approved by Cabinet: When will benefits reach central government employees?

The current 7th Pay Commission was appointed in February 2014 and submitted its report in November 2015. Its recommendations were implemented in January 2016.

by: MSN

Israeli government approves Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal, paving way for implementation on Sunday

The Israeli cabinet has approved a ceasefire and hostage exchange deal with Hamas, marking a potential turning point in the 15-month-long conflict in Gaza. According to an Axios report citing an Israeli cabinet member,

by: MSN

Delhi Election 2025: BJP questions ?1.5 cr education loan for Manish Sisodia's son - 'politics in the name of students'

BJP criticises AAP leader Manish Sisodia for taking a ₹1.5 crore education loan for his son, questioning the efficacy of the government's education policies. Sisodia's past claims of financial hardship add fuel to the controversy.

by: MSN

How much will the government employees of Bihar benefit from the 8th Pay Commission, and how much will it affect their salary?

A very big news has come for lakhs of central employees of the country. The eighth pay commission has been announced by the government. This will see a bumper increase in the salary of all central employees and pensioners.

by: MSN

Inside Reeves's worst week - and the plan to repair her once bulletproof reputation

The Chancellor will double down on pushing for growth as well as looking for savings in Government spending despite the misgivings of some MPs about 'austerity 2.0'

by: MSN

Trump's second inauguration to see smaller protests and fewer Democratic boycotts

Democratic lawmakers who boycotted Trump's first inauguration say they feel compelled to go this time, while protests are expected to be a fraction of their 2017 size.

by: MSN

India's middle class left stranded in a political muddle

Young Kevin is a member of India's proud and hard-working middle class—educated, employed and aspirational. At a conference this week, he asked, "Will there be a cut in income tax?" I asked him what would be the base minimum he desired.

by: MSN

Undocumented and international students worry about their fate in second Trump term

Ana, a University of Minnesota student who is undocumented, said it's hard to talk about her anxiety as President-elect Donald Trump returns to office. She's afraid of losing everything she's achieved in the U.

by: MSN

NYC Mayor Adams says he and Trump didn't discuss his corruption case during Florida meeting

New York City Mayor Eric Adams said he didn't discuss his federal corruption case with soon-to-be president Donald Trump during their meeting in Florida on Friday — and he chided a growing chorus of fellow Democrats back in New York who are blasting him for the sit-down.

by: MSN

Middle East latest: Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal is now being discussed by Israel's Cabinet

Israel's full Cabinet was meeting Friday evening on the Gaza ceasefire deal that would pause the fighting and release dozens of hostages held by Hamas militants along with Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.

by: MSN

Free upgrades and pardon requests: What it's like to share a name with a president

There's not only one Donald Trump or Bill Clinton in the U.S. What's it like to share a presidential name? Ask Abraham Lincoln or Grover Cleveland.

by: MSN

NBC casts dark light on Biden legacy and current White House mood: 'Like a morgue'

A new report painted a dark picture of President Biden's legacy and reported on lingering resentment he feels toward Nancy Pelosi and Barack Obama.

by: MSN

Any change in CM, KPCC chief, my & Rahul's call: AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge

BENGALURU: AICC president Mallikarjun Kharge here on Friday issued a stern warning to ministers of Chief Minister Siddaramaiah's cabinet and sent out a clear message that he and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi will take a decision if there is a need for any change either in the government (chief minister's post) or in the party

by: MSN

Trump allies jockey for jobs and tee times at freewheeling Mar-a-Lago

"It's 'Real Housewives' meets 'The Bachelor' meets 'The Apprentice,'" one source said of the scene at Mar-a-Lago. "Viper pit."

by: MSN

Voices: Tactical voting was Keir Starmer's secret weapon. Next time, it could be turned against him

Tactical voting was Keir Starmer's secret weapon. Next time, it could be turned against him - COMMENT: The prime minister won because of anti-Tory tactical voting last year - but, John Rentoul argues,

by: MSN

1985 was the last time an inauguration was indoors. Ronald and Nancy Reagan felt they had no choice

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by: MSN

Donald Trump's 2025 inauguration: Event times and schedule details

Several formality- and celebratory-filled days will take place leading up to and following the moment Donald Trump is inaugurated for the second time next week. Here's what to know about Trump's 2025 inauguration schedule.

by: MSN

Stilfontein disaster sparks outrage and demands for accountability

Following the tragic Stilfontein mine disaster that claimed 78 lives, civil society and political parties demand accountability and systemic reforms to address the failures leading to illegal mining

by: MSN

Chitra Tripathi's Bold Question Sparks Debate, Women Now Ready To Visit Temples And Mosques Ahead Of Delhi Election | ABP News

Ahead of the 2025 Delhi elections, the political dynamics in Patparganj are heating up. Congress, historically dominant in the region, is now facing strong competition. With major issues like sewer problems,

by: MSN

Rahul Gandhi's visit to Lalu Yadav, family in Patna ft goats and cows. See pics

Congress MP Rahul Gandhi visited a cowshed at RJD chief Lalu Yadav's residence in Patna and patted the cows and goats. He also had a cordial meeting with the Yadav family ahead of Bihar Assembly polls slated to be held later this year.

by: MSN

A wedding, stressing over commas, and pizza for dinner: How a programme for government was reached

Talks between the main parties and regional independents surprised some close to the negotiations by how 'aligned' the two groups were on policy, and while they were waiting for it to 'blow up' at some stage,

by: MSN

Middle East latest: Israel's full Cabinet approves the Gaza ceasefire and hostage release deal

Israel's full Cabinet was meeting Friday evening on the Gaza ceasefire deal that would pause the fighting and release dozens of hostages held by Hamas militants along with Palestinians imprisoned by Israel.

by: MSN

Michelle Obama 'Checked Out' and 'Fed Up' With the 'Political Circus' in D.C. as Rumors Swirl She and Barack Are Headed for Divorce: Sources

Michelle Obama is done with the D.C. drama. According to sources, the former first lady and husband Barack Obama's romance may be at risk as she seemingly wants to separate herself from politics. An insider discussed the divorce rumors circulating about the couple,

by: MSN

Maher slams Los Angeles wildfires response and 'wokeness'

Comedian Bill Maher slammed the government's response to the Los Angeles fires and, in part, blamed "wokeness," for the natural disaster in the region, saying the government's role is to protect its residents from "crime,

by: MSN

Lawsuit challenges Biden-backed mental health benefits rule

A new lawsuit by a trade group for employers seeks to void a Biden administration-backed federal rule intended to help ensure that the estimated 175 million Americans with private health insurance have access to affordable mental health services.

by: MSN

For TikTok users, mourning, frustration and clinging to hope as TikTok ban looms

The US is inching closer and closer to a potential TikTok ban — with the nation's highest court upholding a law that's set to halt new downloads of the app starting Sunday. But many questions around what exactly this ban will look like,

by: MSN

Cross-verification of beneficiaries in Ladki Bahin Yojana underway: Tatkare

Maharashtra`s Women and Child Development Minister, Aditi Tatkare, announced on Saturday that the process of cross-verifying the beneficiaries of the Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana is currently underway.

by: MSN

NY Mayor Adams says he had productive meeting with Trump at Mar-a-Lago

Democratic New York Mayor Eric Adams said he had a "productive" meeting with Republican President-elect Donald Trump in Florida on Friday, including a discussion about how the federal government can help improve the lives of the city's residents and its economy.

by: MSN

Trump moves inauguration indoors amid record-breaking cold as list of Democrats skipping event grows: Live updates

Trump moves inauguration indoors amid record-breaking cold as list of Democrats skipping event grows: Live updates - President-elect says he has ordered inauguration and speeches to take place in the

by: MSN

Texas is already policing the Mexican border ? and will play an outsize role in any Trump plan to crack down on immigration

Over the past half-decade, the state of Texas has been pushing an evolution in the administration and enforcement of immigration law. Stepping into a traditional federal role, state lawmakers in 2023 passed Senate Bill 4,

by: MSN

Mayor Eric Adams, President-elect Trump meet in Florida; Adams says they didn't discuss his legal case

by: MSN

Supreme Court upholds law that could ban TikTok in the U.S., leaving the matter to Trump

In an unsigned opinion, the Court sided with the national security concerns about TikTok rather than the First Amendment rights. There were no noted dissents.

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.
The article from WESA discusses the complexities and issues surrounding municipal water and wastewater authorities in Pennsylvania. It highlights how these authorities, which manage essential services like drinking water and sewage treatment, often face challenges due to aging infrastructure, regulatory compliance, and financial constraints. The piece outlines the governance structure of these authorities, noting that they are typically governed by boards appointed by local governments, which can lead to political influences and decisions not always aligned with the best interests of the public or the environment. It also touches on the financial aspects, including rate setting, debt management, and the potential for privatization or regionalization as solutions to funding and efficiency issues. Additionally, the article addresses public concerns over transparency, accountability, and the environmental impact of water management practices, providing a guide for residents on how to engage with and influence these authorities.

Read the Full WESA Article at:
https://www.wesa.fm/politics-government/2025-01-18/pennsylvania-municipal-water-wastewater-authority-issues-guide

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