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• Sun, January 19, 2025

by: Gizmodo

How to Bypass the US TikTok Ban With a VPN

We'll explain how to circumvent the freshly backed US TikTok ban and use TikTok in the United States without restrictions. Follow along.

by: Sky

A not so special relationship? The seven key challenges faced by Starmer in dealing with Donald Trump

Labour have been doing their best to downplay reports about the difficulties that like ahead of Sir Keir Starmer - but it's clearly going to be an uphill battle for the PM to forge a productive relationship with the incoming US president.

by: HuffPost

Trump Now Has A Loyal Team, But Overreach Could Again Threaten His Success

Two fiascos from Trump's first term - family separation and the failed Obamacare repeal - could foreshadow similar missteps this time.

by: WBEZ

What does Trump's second term mean for Chicago?

After years of warm relations with the Biden White House, a new, grim reality sets in for Illinois when Donald Trump is inaugurated Monday.

by: PBS

Trump's inauguration will be the first in U.S. history to be attended by foreign leaders

President-elect Donald Trump invited Chinese President Xi Jinping and conservative world leaders such as Argentine President Javier Milei and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni to the inauguration. Xi is sending his vice president as his representative.

by: BBC

Grooming gang victim's story 'downplayed' in Senedd

The woman, who goes by the pseudonym Emily Vaughn, also accused the Senedd's presiding officer Elin Jones of "downplaying" her experience when it was shared in the Senedd earlier this week, during a clash with Conservative group leader Darren Millar.

by: KGW8

Are banks open on Inauguration Day?

Because there are two federal holidays Monday, you might want to check what's open before running your errands.

by: CNN

Trump rallies with supporters ahead of tomorrow's inauguration

President-elect Donald Trump will hold a rally in Washington on Sunday, one day before his inauguration inside the Capitol rotunda. Follow for live updates on the final day of the presidential transition.

by: CNN

Trump prepares for aggressive push of Day 1 executive actions

Trump's team is also weighing an executive order to reauthorize a permit for the Keystone Pipeline, which is currently seen as a largely symbolic move considering the construction on the pipeline has been halted indefinitely after years of legal and political uncertainty.

by: PBS

What Trump has promised for his 2nd administration

The president-elect has outlined a wide-ranging agenda that blends traditional conservative approaches to taxes, regulation and cultural issues with a more populist bent on trade and a shift in America's international role.

by: Sky

Government 'doesn't think' Donald Trump will impose trade tariffs on UK - but is 'prepared for all scenarios'

Cabinet minister Darren Jones said Donald Trump's presidency should be viewed as something positive for the economy rather than a risk - as the Tories urged Labour to resume free trade deal talks to avoid a tariff war.

by: CNN

Trump to rally with supporters ahead of tomorrow's inauguration

by: MSN

Trump administration will back CHIPS and Science Act hints outgoing Commerce Secretary

Donald Trump and his backers were hardly fans of the Biden administration's CHIPS and Science Act during the election campaign, yet the next U.S. government does not plan to reverse it. At least, that's the impression the next U.

by: MSN

What to watch at Donald Trump's inauguration: Big Tech CEOs, Carrie Underwood and foreign leaders

by: MSN

Biden pardons Marcus Garvey, Don Scott and 3 others in final full day action

Among those being pardoned was Marcus Mosiah Garvey, who was granted clemency posthumously. Garvey was a Black nationalist who was convicted of mail fraud in the 1920s, and his se

by: MSN

Melania Trump offers MELANIA meme coin, instantly worth billions

Two days after her president-elect husband generated potentially tens of billions of dollars with a new meme coin, first-lady-in-waiting Melania Trump launched her own coin Sunday night: MELANIA. Why it matters: The Trump family became crypto billionaires this weekend,

by: MSN

Donald Trump's second term to bring sweeping immigration changes, mass deportations on first week

President-elect Donald Trump is set to officially take office for a second term on January 20, with promises of sweeping changes to immigration and border security on day one.

by: MSN

'Will I have a job?' Federal workers full of uncertainty, fear over Trump plans

Federal workers say President-elect Trump is causing panic with threats to cut government costs through layoffs and return-to-office mandates.

by: MSN

Protesters are back at Davos, and two big issues are front of mind: Donald Trump and Elon Musk

Protests against the World Economic Forum in Davos began on Sunday, with demonstrators showing up to make their voices heard on issues like economic inequality and the climate crisis. There are two other concerns on their minds this year,

by: MSN

Donald Trump's MAGA Rally In DC: THESE Speakers And Performers To Join

President-elect Donald Trump is bringing more than 20,000 people to the nation's capital for his hallmark "Make America Great Again Victory Rally" in Washington on Sunday, marking his historic political return to the White House.

by: MSN

Pols & Politics: Healey's 'unwavering' commitment to arriving migrants finally faltered; Kraft is watching

Gov. Maura Healey stood before a packed room inside the State House and declared a state of emergency in Massachusetts because an influx of migrants was stressing state-funded resources like the emergency shelter system.

by: MSN

Grooming gang investigator 'fed up' of political rows

The issue of grooming gangs has again been in the national headlines in recent weeks, but Mr Edwards said the "politics" surrounding the issue took the focus off simply "stopping

by: MSN

Trump to start 'two year race' to change America and the world as he returns to the White House

by: MSN

Thousands gather in Washington to protest Trump inauguration

By Gabriella Borter WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Thousands of people gathered in Washington on Saturday to protest President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration, as activists for women's rights, racial justice and other causes rallied against incoming policies they say will threaten their constitutional rights during the Republican's second term.

by: MSN

Poll: Should Trump make Canada, Greenland and Panama part of U.S.?

Donald Trump has generated headlines and outrage around the world with a grand vision for American expansion into Greenland, Canada and Panama.

by: MSN

US President-elect Trump meets Mukesh Ambani, and Nita Ambani before the inauguration

US President-elect Donald Trump met with Nita and Mukesh Ambani ahead of his inaugural event. The Ambanis, who sources said were invited for the ceremony, posed for a photograph with Trump. The night before the inauguration Nita,

by: MSN

Trump's inauguration will be first attended by foreign leaders

For the first time in U.S. history, a president-elect will welcome foreign leaders for one of the most American political traditions â€” the peaceful transfer of power. President-elect Donald Trump invited Chinese President Xi Jinping and conservative world leaders such as Argentine President Javier Milei and Italian Premier Giorgia Meloni to the

by: MSN

Trump inauguration 2025: Here's what's on menu as all eyes on traditional inaugural luncheon

As Trump gets ready for his inauguration as the 47th President of the US on January 20, his inaugural luncheon aims to combine history, custom, and cuisine.

by: MSN

Donald Trump to call for 'unity and strength' at inauguration before brutal mass deportation of "millions"

President-elect Donald Trump was making the final changes to his inauguration speech Sunday before he retakes the Oval Office promising to carry a "record-setting" number of executive actions

by: MSN

Germany plans to send troops to secure Ukraine

Germany's defense minister said he was open to sending German soldiers to Ukraine to help secure a demilitarized zone if a ceasefire was agreed with Russia. In an interview with the Suddeutsche Zeitung newspaper,

by: MSN

Trump's second term could face the 'same disastrous end' as Grover Cleveland's: presidential historian

by: MSN

How to Watch the 2025 Presidential Inauguration of Donald Trump (and Why the Ceremony Will Look Different This Year)

Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on Jan. 20 After winning the 2024 Presidential Election, Donald Trump will be sworn in as the 47th president of the United States on Inauguration Day.

by: MSN

What's on the menu for Donald Trump's inauguration lunch?

Donald Trump 's second inauguration is set to be a glamourous affair , including a traditional luncheon where acclaimed guests will dine with the newly instated president.

by: MSN

US News Live Today January 19, 2025: Furniture, closet, food: White House residence staff 'working nonstop' to offer warm welcome to Trump and his family

Get real-time breaking news updates on the biggest event unfolding in the United States, including election, politics, economics, crime, viral and more.

by: MSN

Donald Trump arrives in DC with Melania and Barron for inauguration celebrations

Donald Trump has arrived in Washington DC to celebrate with family, supporters, and political allies ahead of his second presidential inauguration on Monday

by: MSN

RFK Jr's nomination hits roadblock over financial disclosures: report

Incoming President Donald Trump's nominee for Health and Human Services Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., is still awaiting a date for his confirmation hearings following a delay over his finances. The Washington Post reported Sunday that the Office of Government Ethics was still looking into Kennedy's financial disclosures,

by: MSN

Health services and medical college cadres to be separated in Himachal Pradesh

by: MSN

Dozens protest wind farms and impact on whales in New Bedford

by: MSN

TikTok ban in US: Will Donald Trump 'deprioritise' and find an 'alternative'? Here is what he proposed

As TikTok faces a potential shutdown in the U.S. due to national security concerns, President-elect Donald Trump hints at a possible 90-day reprieve. With millions of users at stake and companies scrambling for alternatives,

by: MSN

Clothes in the closets and favorite foods in the fridge: Moving day comes to the White House

Most presidents get to move into the White House once. President-elect Donald Trump is doing it twice, and his wife, Melania, says it's a lot easier the second time around. "I know where I will be going.

by: MSN

Martin vows to prove wrong the naysayers in new Irish government

by: MSN

Here's who is swearing in Trump and Vance at the 2025 inauguration

President-elect Donald Trump will be sworn-in for a second term Monday in front of a crowd of former presidents, elected officials and family members gathered at the U.S. Capitol. The inauguration ceremony will take place indoors in the Capitol Rotunda and marks the official transfer of presidential power.

by: MSN

Gov. Gavin Newsom faces complex politics, GOP criticism over L.A. fires

The California Democrat has pressed moderate measures to aid victims and been a constant TV presence as he and the state battle online falsehoods.

by: MSN

As Ben-Gvir quits coalition, Netanyahu plans gov't reshuffle

According to a source, the National Security Ministry and Development of the Negev and Galilee and National Resilience Ministry will likely be given to existing ministers from the Likud.

by: MSN

Donald Trump's 10 Day 1 promises: Here is what he planned to deliver

Donald Trump on Day 1 of his second term promised aggressive actions, including launching a massive deportation program, closing the border, ending birthright citizenship, and imposing tariffs on imports,

by: MSN

Priti Patel Brands Reform UK 'A Pop-Up Act' As Tories Vie With Farage For Trump's Approval

Priti Patel has sparked a fresh war of words with Nigel Farage after branding Reform UK a "pop-up act". The shadow foreign secretary hit out as the Tories vie with their right-wing rivals for Donald Trump's approval.

by: MSN

Direct access to Trump and JD Vance at private events twice costly for donors

President-elect Donald Trump and Vice-President-elect JD Vance will be participating in fundraising dinners around their inauguration ceremony on Monday (Jan 20). Reportedly, major donors are contributing twice as much to gain direct access to the Republican duo at the private events when compared with the first inauguration,

by: MSN

Auctioned student and NHS visas among recommendations to tackle immigration

Auctioned student and NHS visas among recommendations to tackle immigration - The Policy Exchange paper also suggests tougher penalties for people who employ illegal labour or rent to illegal immigrants.

The article from MSN discusses a report by the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) in the UK, which has suggested several measures to manage immigration levels. Among the recommendations are the introduction of an auction system for student and NHS visas, where individuals could bid for the right to come to the UK. This system aims to control the influx of migrants by allowing only those who can afford to pay a high price for the visa. Other proposals include increasing salary thresholds for work visas, restricting family accompaniment for students, and potentially removing the graduate route that allows students to stay and work in the UK for two years post-study. These measures come in response to the government's goal to reduce net migration, which has been a contentious issue, especially with the backdrop of Brexit and public sentiment towards immigration. The MAC's suggestions are part of a broader debate on how to balance economic needs with immigration control.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-gb/politics/government/auctioned-student-and-nhs-visas-among-recommendations-to-tackle-immigration/ar-AA1xravE

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