• Fri, January 24, 2025

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Trump 2nd term live updates: Hegseth officially confirmed as secretary of defense

President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order Friday to establish a task force charged with reviewing the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

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Donald Trump's 'sales pitch for Canada to join' US as 51st state: 'Big tax cut, better health coverage'

US President Donald Trump also said Canadians won't "have to worry about the military" and would get "better health coverage" if Canada becomes the US' 51st state.

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Pete Hegseth: 5 controversial facts about the new US Secretary of Defense

Vice President JD Vance has confirmed Pete Hegseth as US Secretary of Defense, despite concerns about his qualifications, allegations of sexual misconduct, and excessive drinking. Hegseth, a former Fox News host,

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What did we learn from Trump's first week?

President Donald Trump's first week in office focused on immigration over the economy and continued to play to his base.

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RFK Jr.'s financial disclosures reveal millions in both debt and income

Financial disclosures show that Robert F. Kennedy Jr., President Trump's Health and Human Services Secretary nominee, is saddled with millions in debt, but is positioned to earn millions from book deals.

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Former Fox News Host Pete Hegseth Confirmed as Defense Secretary Despite Controversy and Allegations of Sexual Misconduct

Former Fox News host Pete Hegseth was confirmed as Defense Secretary Friday night on a narrow vote in the U.S. Senate, a victory for President Donald Trump despite disturbing allegations about Hegseth's conduct and questions about his fitness for the job.

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Vance breaks tie to confirm Pete Hegseth as Defense secretary

Vice President Vance on Friday broke a Senate tie to confirm Pete Hegseth as President Trump's secretary of Defense, capping a bruising two-month fight over the nominee, who faced a litany of allegations that included sexual misconduct,

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US updates: Pete Hegseth confirmed as Pentagon chief

The US Senate voted to confirm Hegseth, despite allegations of heavy drinking and domestic abuse. Meanwhile, Trump addressed a rally of anti-abortion rights protesters in Washington, D.C. DW has more.

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President Trump vows to waive federal permits to expedite L.A.'s rebuilding

In a Friday meeting with local officials, President Trump vowed to "open the coffers" of the federal government and waive federal permits to expedite the rebuilding process for those who lost their homes in Los Angeles.

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Six big immigration changes under Trump - and their impact so far

While Trump has promised "mass deportations" and arrests, it remains unclear how much of his plan is already being implemented. Here is a breakdown of some of the significant acti

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Trump claims he had 'denuclearization' deal with Russia and planned to 'bring China along'

President Donald Trump claims he was 'very close' to striking a "deal" to reduce nuclear weapons in Russia and the United States during the end of his first term, and planned to "bring China along," but that the 2020 election threw a wrench in his plan.

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France to issue visas in Bengaluru by 2026, says Karnataka Deputy CM DK Shivakumar: Report

The announcement was made after Shivakumar met Marc Lamy, the newly appointed French Consul-General in Bengaluru.

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Vice President Vance casts tie-breaking vote in Senate to confirm Pete Hegseth as defense secretary

In a dramatic late-night session, the Senate voted on the nomination of Pete Hegseth as defense secretary, who vows to bring a "warrior culture" to the Pentagon despite questions over qualifications and allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behavior toward women.

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President Trump pushes for 'getting rid of FEMA' while visiting disaster areas

Instead of having federal financial assistance flow through FEMA, the Republican president said Washington could provide money directly to the states

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Pakistan's political deadlock deepens as PTI withdraws from negotiations

Former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan's party has decided to walk out of talks with the government aimed at defusing tensions that have dominated the country's political landscape for the past three years,

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The Culture Report | Trump's executive orders explained, TikTok's impact, the history behind Bad Bunny's new album and more

This week, experts break down some of Trump's executive orders, and we discuss the Israel-Hamas ceasefire, TikTok, Mexican rodeo, Bad Bunny's new album and more.

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Iowa immigration law remains blocked, US appeals court says, but second lawsuit to be dismissed

A federal appeals court on Friday sided with the Biden administration's Department of Justice and kept a temporary block on an Iowa law that makes it a state crime for a person to be in Iowa if they are in the U.

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CNN Top Anchors Jake Tapper and Anderson Cooper Were Ordered Not to 'Express Any Outrage' While Covering Donald Trump's Inauguration

CNN boss Mark Thompson seemingly wants his employees to be more sympathetic to Donald Trump as the network gears up for the next four years. According to a report, Thompson told 100 journalists — including stars Jake Tapper and Anderson Cooper — not to "pre-judge" the president during their inauguration coverage on Monday,

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Lawmakers look to lower healthcare and insurance costs

Senate Democrats have unveiled two bills aimed at bringing down the cost of both healthcare and health insurance in Connecticut. Lawmakers from both parties admitted past efforts haven't provided the relief voters want,

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'Yogi must teach Shah how to improve law and order in Delhi': Kejriwal

AAP's Arvind Kejriwal accused BJP of vote-buying, urging voters to take gifts but choose their candidate wisely. BJP demands answers from Kejriwal on Delhi issues.

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Putin echoes Trump's claims about Ukraine war and 2020 election

Russian President Vladimir Putin has echoed President Trump's claims about the war in Ukraine and about the Republican's 2020 election loss.

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Canada Is Becoming a Fentanyl Exporter, and a Target for Trump

The drug is increasingly manufactured in and trafficked from the U.S.'s northern neighbor, though the numbers remain small compared with Mexico.

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Joe Rogan, who endorsed Trump and went to the inauguration, denies he's a Republican

Joe Rogan, who endorsed Trump and went to the inauguration, denies he's a Republican - 'I don't consider myself a Republican. I don't consider myself a Democrat either,' Joe Rogan said this week. 'I consider myself an American.

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YSRCP MP Vijayasai Reddy To Quit Politics, Announces Resignation From RS: 'Will Not Join Any Other Party'

In a surprise move, YSRCP Rajya Sabha member and party general secretary V Vijayasai Reddy on Friday announced his decision to quit politics and said he will be resigning from his parliament membership on January 25.

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Trump visits North Carolina and California disaster zones

US President Donald Trump visited disaster zones in North Carolina and California on Friday, using his first trip since his return to office to turn emergency aid into a political cudgel. Speaking in North Carolina,

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Can Trump just order new names for Denali and the Gulf of Mexico? A geographer explains who decides what goes on the map

President Donald Trump's executive order to rename the Gulf of Mexico and Alaska's Denali, the tallest peak in the country, has resulted in lots of discussion. While for some, such renaming might seem less important than the big problems the country faces,

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Government websites suddenly went down this week. Here's what the White House has said about it.

Shortly after President Donald Trump took office, several federal websites and webpages for diversity measures and reproductive rights went dark.

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Trump Promises Canadians Big Perks If Canada Becomes 51st US State: 'Better Health Coverage And No Tariffs'

President Donald Trump listed the benefits that Canadians would enjoy if Canada were to become the 51st state. The 47th President promised lower taxes to Canadian citizens and a better military and health care system than what they have in their country.

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Trump proposes 'getting rid of FEMA' while visiting North Carolina

President Donald Trump is heading to hurricane-battered western North Carolina and wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles on Friday, using the first trip of his second administration to tour areas where politics has clouded the response to deadly disasters.

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Social Security Fairness Act: More Money and Back Payments for Qualifying Recipients

The repeal of two provisions will boost Social Security payments for certain beneficiaries, and will include back payments. Here's what we know so far.
  • Sat, January 25, 2025

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The president declassified documents on the history-changing killings of John F. Kennedy, Robert F. Kennedy and Martin Luther King Jr. TodaySunny with a high of 40 °F (4.4 °C). Winds variable at 6 to 9 mph (9.7 to 14.5 kph). SatSunny today with a high of ...

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This Icebreaker Has Design Problems and a History of Failure. It's America's Latest Military Vessel.

The builder of the icebreaker Aiviq has given more than $7 million to political campaigns, parties and committees since 2012. Under pressure from Congress, the Coast Guard purchased the vessel late last year.

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Trump Has Two Years to Push Through Sweeping Change Before Likely Roadblock

Trump has, at most, two years (and more like 100 days) to get through any landmark pieces of legislation. If history is any guide, it's likely that the party in power, Republicans, will lose seats—and its majority—in Congress come the midterms.

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It's Unclear Whether Trump Administration Removed ASL Interpreters From White House Videos

In the first week of U.S. President Donald Trump's second term in office, posts on social media sites including X and Facebook alleged that his administration had removed all videos featuring American Sign Language interpreters on the White House's website and YouTube channels.

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Bashar al-Assad in France's crosshairs: "He must be punished"

The French justice system has established the former Syrian president's complicity in a bombing raid on the city of Deraa in 2017. Bashar al-Assad is the target of a new arrest warrant (the second) issued by France for complicity in war crimes.

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India News Live Today January 25, 2025: Republic Day Parade 2025: January 26 parade, Beating Retreat timing, ticket price and other details

Stay informed with our live blog covering India's latest in politics, economy, crime, and general news. Get real-time updates on political developments, financial trends, crime reports, and important events across the country.

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Delhi Election 2025: Rift Between Congress and AAP Deepens, Congress Slams Kejriwal | ABP NEWS

Congress has strongly criticized Arvind Kejriwal, accusing him of insulting former Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and calling the party's decision to support AAP a major mistake. Congress leader Alka Lamba remarked that if Kejriwal had any shame,

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US Senate confirms controversial nominee Pete Hegseth as new Defence Secretary

Hegseth was questioned about his qualifications to lead the Pentagon amid allegations of heavy drinking and aggressive behaviour toward women by the defence committee. View on euronews

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Republic Day 2025: All You Need To Know About Parade Timings, Tickets, Venue, And More

India will celebrate its 76th Republic Day on January 26, Sunday, commemorating the day the Indian Constitution was adopted in 1950.

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Retirement age to increase to 62? How will it benefit government employees?

The retirement age for government employees is increasing, along with pension amounts. This applies to the education and health sectors, providing employees with additional benefits. Special changes have been made to the retirement rules for government employees.

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Donald Trump has shown just what a miserable bunch Keir Starmer and Labour are

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Delhi Election 2025: BJP to Release Third Part of Delhi Manifesto, Focus on Key Issues | ABP NEWS

Ahead of the Delhi elections, BJP will release the third part of its manifesto today at 2 PM, led by Home Minister Amit Shah. This follows earlier releases by BJP President JP Nadda and Anurag Thakur.

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National Voters Day 2025: Types of Voters and Myths around EVM You Need to Know

Every year on January 25, India observes National Voters Day, a significant occasion dedicated to highlighting the critical role of voting in the world's largest democracy. Established in 2011 by the Election Commission of India,

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Delhi Elections 2025: Amit Shah to launch 3rd part of BJP's manifesto today. Here's what to expect?

As Delhi gears up for the 2025 elections, Amit Shah is set to unveil the final part of BJP's ambitious manifesto. With promises of financial aid for women and ambitious infrastructure plans, BJP seeks to come to power in Delhi after 27 years.

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What Americans think about Trump and Musk's plans for the federal government

WASHINGTON: Americans see the federal government as rife with corruption, inefficiency and red tape — but they're less sure about whether Elon Musk is the right person to fix it. A new poll from The Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research shows that only about 3 in 10 U.

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National Voters' Day 2025: Here is the significance and theme of for this year

India celebrates National Voters' Day on January 25 every year. The Election Commission of India is celebrating its 75th year of service. President Droupadi Murmu will present awards at an event in New Delhi.

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Trump and Melania visit wildfire-ravaged LA as president shares 'awkward' handshake with CA Gov. Newsom

President Donald Trump and California Governor Gavin Newsom shared an 'awkward' handshake before having a 'positive' conversation during Trump's visit to wildfire-ravaged Los Angeles

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Pete Hegseth Confirmed As Defense Secretary After Historic Senate Tie-Break By VP Vance

Former Fox News anchor Pete Hegseth was confirmed as secretary of the Department of Defense on Friday after Vice President JD Vance broke the tie in the Senate with his vote. Independents, democrats,

Social Security Fairness Act: More Money and Back Payments for Qualifying Recipients

The repeal of two provisions will boost Social Security payments for certain beneficiaries, and will include back payments. Here's what we know so far.
The Social Security Fairness Act, reintroduced in Congress, aims to repeal the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and the Government Pension Offset (GPO), which currently reduce or eliminate Social Security benefits for many public sector workers like teachers, firefighters, and police officers. These provisions were designed to adjust benefits for those who receive pensions from jobs not covered by Social Security, but critics argue they unfairly penalize workers who have paid into the system. If passed, the Act would not only increase monthly benefits for affected retirees but also provide back payments for those impacted by WEP and GPO. The bill has garnered bipartisan support, with over half of the House of Representatives as co-sponsors, reflecting a broad consensus on the need to address these long-standing issues in Social Security policy. However, its passage into law remains uncertain due to the complexities of Social Security reform and budget considerations.

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