Sun, January 19, 2025

by: CNN

Trump to rally 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: Krone

German ambassador to the USA warns against Trump

According to a document, the German ambassador to the USA fears that future US President Donald Trump and his administration will fundamentally

by: Politico

The biggest name in Canada's race to replace Justin Trudeau: Donald Trump

OTTAWA — The race to replace Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is dominated by one name: Donald Trump. How to wrestle with the incoming president and his tariff threats has emerged as the defining question in the Liberal Party leadership contest.

by: rnz

Social media has a 'fascinating' impact on political engagement, University of Auckland professor says

A professor from the University of Auckland says social media is responsible for people "directly engaging with these proposed changes" in the Treaty Principles Bill and the Regulatory Standards Bill.

by: MSN

Rayner 'breached ministerial code' over Admiralty House residence move

Angela Rayner has been installed in the grace-and-favour residence at Admiralty House - once used by Winston Churchill.

by: MSN

First pictures of Mukesh Ambani, Nita Ambani at Donald Trump's pre-inauguration dinner in Washington

Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani attended a pre-swearing-in dinner for US President-elect Donald Trump in Washington DC.

by: MSN

Liz Truss Has Gone To Washington For Donald Trump's Inauguration And The Social Media Reaction Is Not Kind

Liz Truss has gone to America for Donald Trump's inauguration as president - and the social media reaction is pretty much what you would expect. The UK's shortest-serving prime minister donned a 'Make America Great Again' baseball cap to pose for a picture in Washington DC.

by: MSN

Delhi never seen such poll campaign when 'murderous attack' attempted on ex-CM: Kejriwal

A day after an alleged attack on his vehicle during election canvassing, AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal on Sunday said his life was dedicated to the country, but asserted Delhi has never witnessed such c

by: MSN

Manila mayoral race remains fluid - survey firm

The mayoral race in the country's capital city remains wide open, ensuring a high-stake contest among the three aspirants as election day draws closer, an independent, non-commissioned survey showed.

by: MSN

Delhi Election 2025: 'Could not fulfil THESE three promises', Arvind Kejriwal asks for another 'five years'

Ahead of the Delhi Assembly elections, Arvind Kejriwal candidly acknowledges the unmet promises of cleaning the Yamuna, providing clean drinking water, and upgrading roads. He pledges to fulfill these goals if re-elected,

by: MSN

Netanyahu reiterates no ceasefire without hostage list; Hamas says delay due to 'technical reasons'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delayed the ceasefire with Hamas until a list of hostages is received. The ceasefire, mediated by Qatar, the US, and Egypt, is to include a hostage exchange.

by: MSN

8th Pay Commission: Will government employees get arrears if there is a delay in the 8th Pay Commission?

The central government has approved the formation of the 8th Pay Commission, which has created a wave of happiness among the central employees. This commission will review the salary, allowance, pension,

by: MSN

Putin received a stern warning from Biden over plane explosive schemes

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Trump surprises Ukraine, Israel, China, Canada, Greenland

PRESIDENT-ELECT Donald Trump is a master of surprise and out-of-the-box. What's the art and the deal? As we approach the turnover of power in the US, we see breathtaking moves and shocking shifts in direction — inspiring for some,

by: MSN

Donald Trump's Inauguration. Full schedule of the ceremony

Donald Trump will be sworn in as the fifty-fourth President of the United States. Here is the full schedule of the event.

by: MSN

Who are the winners and losers in ending the Gaza war?

The losers are tens of thousands of dead and wounded Palestinians, Israelis and other victims; mostly innocent civilians; their families and friends; also those whose homes, businesses, schools, hospitals and infrastructure were damaged or destroyed.

by: MSN

Donald Trump Inauguration: Why is president-elect glaring in official photo?

The photograph, unveiled ahead of Monday's inauguration, is set to feature in official programs — and it's already sparking heated debates. Supporters see it as a symbol of the "strongman" image Trump has carefully curated since his Apprentice days.

by: MSN

Tory voters are split on whether party should merge with Reform UK

With the Tories trailing behind both Reform and Labour in the polls, Farage is making a determined push to capture voters, setting his sights on the cost of living crisis as the next battleground.

by: MSN

Bill Gates reveals surprising takeaways from dinner with Donald Trump

Bill Gates has revealed how he sat down for dinner with Donald Trump and came away 'impressed' with the President-elect. The tech mogul and philanthropist recounted his extended sit-down meal with Trump and offered a rare glimpse into the private discussion with The Wall Street Journal.

by: MSN

PM Modi government turned ease of doing business into unease: Congress

The Congress on Sunday criticized the Modi government, alleging that its "retrograde policies" have eroded investor confidence and transformed the ease of doing business into an "unease of doing business.

by: MSN

Trump inauguration: US President-elect Donald Trump, wife Melania attend fireworks at golf club | Watch

US President-elect Donald Trump and family arrive in Washington for pre-inauguration celebrations, showcasing a mix of celebrity performances, political figures, and a vibrant atmosphere as the nation prepares for his historic second inauguration.

by: MSN

There Is No Law And Order In Maharashtra, Says Ruling Mahayuti Ajit Pawar-led NCP leader Zeeshan Siddique

Sat, January 18, 2025

by: Politico

Joe Biden Didn't Just Lose the White House. He Lost His Legacy.

As Washington prepares for a new administration, a souvenir shop offers discounted Biden and Harris merchandise on Jan. 10. | Stephen Voss for POLITICO President Joe Biden's bid for historical greatness came to grief in one day: Nov.

by: CNN

Trump 2.0 vs. the US Constitution, annotated

Unlike any other president, Donald Trump has tested the words and ideas in the literal text of the US Constitution, from the Preamble through the 27th Amendment. There are multiple passages he has said or suggested he will ignore or reinterpret.

by: thenightly

Peter Dutton vows to return entertainment expenses to small businesses' tax deductions

Peter Dutton has promised to return entertainment expenses to small businesses' tax deductions, in a bid to support local pubs, cafes and restaurants.

by: BBC

Thousands gather at Washington march as Trump prepares for inauguration

Activists highlighted a range of issues, descending on the capital two days before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White House.

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: 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: 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.

Bill Gates reveals surprising takeaways from dinner with Donald Trump

Bill Gates has revealed how he sat down for dinner with Donald Trump and came away 'impressed' with the President-elect. The tech mogul and philanthropist recounted his extended sit-down meal with Trump and offered a rare glimpse into the private discussion with The Wall Street Journal.

In an interview with the Financial Times, Bill Gates shared insights from a dinner he had with former President Donald Trump, focusing on Trump's views on climate change and his approach to policy-making. Gates noted that Trump was not particularly interested in the scientific details of climate change, instead focusing on how it could be leveraged for political gain. Trump expressed a desire to "win" on the issue, suggesting he saw climate policy more as a competitive arena rather than an environmental necessity. Gates also mentioned that Trump's decisions often seemed to be influenced by a desire to undo the policies of his predecessor, Barack Obama, rather than a deep understanding or commitment to the issues at hand. This approach, according to Gates, was indicative of Trump's broader strategy in governance, where personal and political victories were prioritized over policy substance.

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