Sat, January 18, 2025

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: 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: KGOU

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

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

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: 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: MSN

TikTok ban live: App gives ultimatum it would 'go dark' for 170 million American users on Sunday

App gives ultimatum it would 'go dark' for 170 million American users on Sunday - TikTok said the Biden administration must give the likes of Google and Apple reassurances that they won't be punished,

by: BBC

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

by: 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.

by: MSN

Trump Inauguration: From Wars to Immigration and Tariffs. Will Anything Change?

As the United States prepares for Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, 2025, all eyes will be on Washington, D.C. This week on WION WideAngle, the focus is on Donald Trump and his second term at the White House.

by: MSN

Top Indiana House leaders talk session on All INdiana Politics

The top-ranking members of the Indiana House of Representatives told News 8 voters can expect further action this spring on property taxes and Medicaid waitlists. House Speaker Todd Huston, R-Fishers,

by: MSN

Israel's cabinet approves ceasefire and hostage deal with Hamas

The deal is expected to begin Sunday, with the exchange of several hostages held in Gaza for a number of Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails.

by: MSN

Keir Starmer discusses bolstered partnership between UK and Poland

Prime Minister Keir Starmer discusses bolstered partnership between UK and Poland. The UK leader also highlighted the importance of security, and that the military agreements between the countries had been strengthened.

by: 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,

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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,

by: 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

by: 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,

by: MSN

Budget must address the needs of small farmers

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: 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

by: 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.

by: 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.

by: MSN

This Piece Of Joe Biden's Legacy Now Hangs In The Balance

Reforms of prescription drug pricing are finally taking full effect, just in time for Donald Trump and the Republicans to wreck them.

by: MSN

A murmuration, Biden's farewell and more of the week's best photos

See 13 of the week's most interesting images from around the world, as selected by Washington Post photo editors.

by: MSN

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.

by: MSN

UK and Poland to sign new security and defence treaty

British prime minister Keir Starmer visited Poland on Friday to discuss border issues and military support for Warsaw. View on euronews

by: MSN

Biden sets record and commutes sentences of 2,500 non-violent drug offenders in final days as president

Biden sets record and commutes sentences of 2,500 non-violent drug offenders in final days as president - Sweeping commutations come after Biden lessened sentences of 1,500 people last month

by: MSN

MLK Day 2025: What's Open And Closed In Columbia

Here's what open and closed Monday in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Howard Co. will have regular Monday curbside trash pick-up.

by: MSN

US Treasury to take 'extraordinary measures' to avoid debt default

The US Treasury Department will start taking "extraordinary measures" next week to avoid risking a default on government debt, Secretary Janet Yellen said Friday, days before President-elect Donald Trump takes office.

by: MSN

Rising borrowing costs set to batter UK government - why does it matter?

As borrowing costs rise, the government has less money to spend on the country's creaking National Health Service, military, emergency services and schools. View on euronews

by: MSN

What is open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Inauguration Day?

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is observed in the United States on the third Monday of January. This year coincides with the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. Here is what to know about what businesses and services will remain open and which ones will take the day off.

by: MSN

What has Netanyahu won and lost by agreeing to Israel-Gaza ceasefire?

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu appears to have finally relented. After more than a year of refusing to agree to an end to the war in Gaza, he is now pushing through a ceasefire that - mediators insist - will do just that.

by: MSN

The chancellor must ignore the blips and get on with long-term growth

The chancellor must ignore the blips and get on with long-term growth - THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Much like the UK economy itself, the embattled chancellor ends the week in a much stronger position than when it started.

by: MSN

Is Inauguration Day a federal holiday? Why this year is different and what it means

NOTE: Details on how to watch special coverage of the inauguration live can be found here. Inauguration Day will mark a pivotal moment for Americans, but is the day considered a federal holiday? The answer is complicated this year.

by: MSN

Delhi Elections: The Thin Line Between 'Freebie' And Empowerment That Gets Blurred For BJP During Polls

For a party, which has been dissing 'revdi politics' since the last Delhi elections, there seems to be a big lot of freebies in its manifesto for this year's elections. Since 2017, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been slamming "freebie politics".

by: MSN

Israel-Hamas deal shows limits of US influence - and the unpredictable impact of Trump

A ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas is expected to take effect on Jan. 19, 2025, according to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken. Even as Israel's cabinet delayed until Jan. 17 its vote to ratify the complex deal,

by: MSN

Biden team resolves its final Title VI antisemitism and anti-Arab cases

In the final days of the Biden administration, the federal Department of Education has resolved a small number of its many remaining Title VI cases involving allegations of antisemitic and anti-Palestinian discrimination.

by: MSN

Starmer visits 'harrowing' Auschwitz and vows renewed fight against antisemitism

Sir Keir Starmer has visited Auschwitz, a place he described as "utterly harrowing", and said he was determined to fight the "poison of antisemitism". The Prime Minister visited the former Nazi concentration camp as he travelled to Poland to meet the country's political leaders.

by: MSN

Kenyan Youths Ask Ruto to Appoint Gabriel Oguda, Osiany and Vincent Kigen as PSs

Kipkorir Brian, the national youth leader of the UDA Youths Comrades Chapter, asked President William Ruto to consider the young generation in his appointments.

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