Sun, January 26, 2025

by: MSN

Will Nitish Kumar's son join politics ahead of Bihar assembly elections 2025? Here's what we know

Janata Dal (United) might welcome Bihar Chief Minister and party supremo Nitish Kumar's son Nishant Kumar into its fold ahead of the Bihar assembly elections. Nishant is likely to enter active politics after Holi,

by: MSN

Legal experts say Trump will test presidential power, checks and balances during term

Legal experts say President Donald Trump's earliest days back in office show that he will be testing the limits of Presidential Power and checks and balances.

by: MSN

Trump administration imposes sanctions, tariffs and sanctions on Colombia for refusing US deportation flights

US President Donald Trump has announced retaliatory measures against Colombia, including tariffs, sanctions, and travel bans, after the country refused to accept two US military aircraft carrying deported migrants.

by: MSN

Abbott takes victory lap with 'sudden and swift' border security

by: MSN

76th Republic Day: PM Modi Welcomes Jagdeep Dhankhar and His Wife at Kartavya Path

India is all set to celebrate its 76th Republic Day on January 26, 2025, with all preparations complete. This year's main event at Kartavya Path will feature two special tableaux highlighting 75 years of the Indian Constitution.

by: MSN

US News Live Today January 26, 2025: Melania Trump says Barron Trump will never be a 'normal student' and 'he knows'

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

Delhi Election 2025: The Battle for Middle Class Votes Heats Up as Key Players Make Their Move | ABP Live

In the battle for Delhi's 2025 elections, the importance of the middle-class vote is clear, and Arvind Kejriwal is well aware of it. Once again, he has raised the issue of the middle class, targeting the BJP.

by: MSN

Lessons on black WWII pilots cut from air force training after Trump order

Donald Trump's move to block diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives has led to the US Air Force removing material on the role of black and female pilots during World War Two from its training programmes.

by: MSN

Democrats are splintered on immigration and how to respond to Trump

When Donald Trump took office in 2017 with promises to crack down on immigration, he was met by widespread protests that filled churches, airports and union halls as Democratic lawmaker vowed to fight the new Republican president at every turn.

by: MSN

Why does Donald Trump want to dismantle the US emergency agency FEMA, and what could it mean for Americans?

US President Trump issued an executive order to review FEMA, citing concerns over its effectiveness and potential political bias

by: MSN

Delhi Election 2025: BJP Accuses AAP Of Distributing Money To Voters | ABP Live

In the ongoing political battle for the Delhi elections, both Arvind Kejriwal and the BJP have intensified their accusations. Kejriwal, highlighting the concerns of the middle class, has targeted the BJP for not addressing their issues.

by: MSN

Delhi Election 2025: AAP Convenor's Security Becomes Flashpoint, Sparks Tu-Tu Main-Main In Delhi | ABP Live

The security of Arvind Kejriwal, the AAP convener and former Chief Minister of Delhi, has become a major point of political contention. The Punjab Police recently reduced their security coverage for him,

by: MSN

Donald Trump imposes 25% tariffs, visa restrictions on Colombia

US President Donald Trump has ordered to imposition of tariffs, visa restrictions, and other retaliatory measures against Colombia.

by: MSN

Russia-India relations based on `special and privileged strategic partnership`:

President Vladimir Putin on Sunday said that Russian-Indian relations are based on "special and privileged strategic partnership" and hoped that the two countries will use joint efforts to continue to consistently build up productive bilateral cooperation across all areas.

by: MSN

Trump directs US government to override California water policies if necessary

U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday issued an executive order directing the federal government to override the state of California's water-management practices if they are found to be ineffective. The order comes two days after Trump visited the Los Angeles region,

by: MSN

Dr Wee, Ling distribute aid on behalf of Johor govt

MCA president Dr Wee Ka Siong and Ling Tian Soon have distributed care food baskets to those in need on behalf of the Johor state government in Yong Peng. Johor. Read full story
Mon, January 27, 2025

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: ICE arrests 956 undocumented immigrants on Sunday

President Donald Trump has begun his second administration with a series of controversial moves and decisions.

by: BBC

Gaming start-ups call for more government money

More government help is needed to fund start-up companies in the computer games industry, the head of a leading gaming firm has told BBC Politics East. Asa Burrows, chief executive of SKC Games Studio in Suffolk, said there was "a lack of appetite to invest in the games industry" with private investments or government grants.

by: bnnbloomberg

U.S., Colombia clash over deportations and raise tariffs in show of Trump's pledge to limit migration

Colombian President Gustavo Petro on Sunday said that his government wouldn't accept flights carrying migrants deported from the United States until the Trump administration creates a protocol that treats them with 'dignity.

by: Couriermail

Parents have saved more than $2700 through childcare subsidies, new figures show

Australian parents have saved more than $2700 since new childcare subsidies came into effect just over a year ago, with Anthony Albanese saying Labor's raft of childcare policies were creating the "building blocks for a universal childcare system".

by: Newsweek

Putin Fueling Independence Plans in California, Texas: Republican

A Republican political adviser said Russia was cheering on the secessionist movements in California and Texas.

by: Richmond

Unclear how federal hiring freeze affects Hampton VA Medical Center

More than 300,000 Department of Veterans Affairs health care jobs are exempt from the White House's federal hiring freeze, according to a department memo sent last week.

by: Bernews

Column: Sir John On Independent Candidates

Opinion column written by Sir John Swan] Many Bermudians feel a deep yearning for change. They see it, they talk about it, and they know it's needed. This sentiment is widespread, with many expressing concern that the current system isn't working,

by: Politico

Trump's busy first week

It's been just a week since Donald Trump returned as president, and already he's dominating New Jersey politics.

by: CNN

Trump immigration crackdown underway as Colombia backs down over tariff threat

Colombia avoided a trade war with the US by agreeing to accept deported migrants being returned on military planes after President Donald Trump threatened steep tariffs. Follow for live updates.

by: Oregonian

President Trump retaliates with tariffs after country refuses entry to migrants deported from US

U.S. President Donald Trump says that he's ordering tariffs, visa restrictions and other retaliatory measures against Colombia after its government rejected two flights carrying migrants.

by: CNN

Trump feuds with Colombia's president as he rolls out immigration crackdown

President Donald Trump is pushing forward with his agenda in the busy opening days of his second term, with an immigration enforcement blitz targeting Chicago now underway. Follow for live updates.

by: CNN

After forcing Colombia to back down, White House claims America is respected again

Donald Trump claimed an early victory for a coercive foreign policy based on tariffs and hard power on Sunday after announcing Colombia had backed down in a dispute over migrant repatriation flights.

by: MSN

Indiana bill tracker: Bills on immigration, anti-DEI advanced last week. Here's what else.

There's about 1,200 bills filed but only some of them will become law. Here, we're tracking the bills that actually progress in the legislature.

by: MSN

'Potentially dangerous': Health experts call Alberta COVID report 'an attempt to rewrite history'

The Alberta government has quietly released the report of a government-appointed task force reviewing the province's response to the Covid-19 pandemic.

by: MSN

Government's plan to scrap lunch subsidy for military sparks debate

The government is planning to soon implement a Pay As You Eat system in the military, abolishing the lunch susbsidy program that is currently being used.

by: MSN

Trump says Jordan, Egypt should take in Palestinians from Gaza; Hamas and Jordan push back

By Nandita Bose, Kanishka Singh and Nidal al-Mughrabi ABOARD AIR FORCE ONE/Cairo (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump said Jordan and Egypt should take in Palestinians from war-ravaged Gaza, a suggestion rejected by Hamas,

by: MSN

Israel and Lebanon extend deadline for troop withdrawal to February 18, White House says

White House said respective governments 'will also begin negotiations for the return of Lebanese prisoners captured after October 7, 2023' The White House said on Sunday that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend the deadline for Israeli troops to depart southern Lebanon until February 18,

by: MSN

Income Tax vs Budget: Even today taxpayers are swinging between the new and old tax regime! Survey reveals..

by: MSN

Undersea cable between Sweden and Latvia damaged: Swedish PM

Latvia said it had dispatched a warship on Sunday after damage to a fibre optic cable to Sweden that may have been "due to external factors". The statement added: "Based on current findings, it is presumed that the cable is significantly damaged due to external factors.

by: MSN

Trump's bureaucracy goes to war

President Trump has only been in office a week, but the departments under his command are moving with blazing speed to transform the federal bureaucracy into an army of loyalists. The new administration immediately moved to freeze nearly all foreign aid,

by: MSN

Colombia caves to Trump's threats after canceling deportation flights

Colombia is already caving to Donald Trump after he threatened steep economic and diplomatic sanctions when they refused to accept flights of migrants being deported from the U.S.

by: MSN

Inside Pete Hegseth's first day at the Pentagon and monumental challenges he faces in bid to 'restore warrior ethos'

Recently confirmed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth starts work at the Pentagon on Monday and already he is facing several challenges both at home and abroad.

by: MSN

Furious Trump puts immediate emergency tariff on Colombia and travel bans for officials

Donald Trump has lashed out at Colombia President Gustavo Petro after two deportation flights were not allowed to land.

by: MSN

Times RFK Jr. And Mitt Romney Looked Like Total Doppelgangers

Mitt Romney and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. both occupy opposing spaces in conservative politics, but they also happen to look freakishly similar to each other.

by: MSN

Revealed: John Swinney's blueprint to revive the NHS and create 'digital front door'

First Minister John Swinney will set out his strategy to revive the NHS - by creating thousands of extra appointments and a new "digital front door" health and social care app.

by: MSN

This Week in Louisiana Politics: 10 Commandments, special primary and Trump executive orders

Louisiana's Ten Commandments law was back in court this week as the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals considered whether the law should be allowed to move forward.

by: MSN

Rep. Greene Fights for Trump's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act

Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene testified before the House Ways and Means Committee, advocating for the extension of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) of 2017. She emphasized that the TCJA provided significant relief to American families and businesses,

by: MSN

Understanding the Expropriation Act: Debunking myths and fear-mongering

Explore the realities of the Expropriation Act and why fears of reckless land grabs are unfounded. This article clarifies the Act's provisions and its potential benefits for South Africa's land reform

by: MSN

Delhi Election 2025: Amit Shah Targets Kejriwal Over Corruption Allegations | ABP NEWS

The political battle between the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has intensified with accusations of corruption against Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal. Amit Shah has alleged that Kejriwal misused funds collected in Delhi for political campaigns in other states like Gujarat and Goa.

by: MSN

8th Pay Commission update: No relief for central employees as DA remains unpaid

State and central government employees look forward to receiving arrears along with dearness allowance and other benefits. However, there's bad news for central government employees this time. The central government has given the green light for the formation of the 8th Pay Commission.

by: MSN

Trump and Ramaphosa: A tale of two rich presidents and the motives of big business

Is it power or profit that explains the proximity of the richest American tech bros to Donald Trump and how SA business has come to assist Cyril Ramaphosa in fixing what the ANC broke?

by: MSN

8th Pay Commission brings cheer: Basic pay now Rs 51,000 with higher perks

The Modi government is reportedly planning a significant decision regarding the 8th Pay Commission, recently approved. Exciting news has emerged about this development. The main objective of the 8th Pay Commission is to evaluate the salaries and pensions of government employees in accordance with the current economic situation and inflation rate.

Dr Wee, Ling distribute aid on behalf of Johor govt

MCA president Dr Wee Ka Siong and Ling Tian Soon have distributed care food baskets to those in need on behalf of the Johor state government in Yong Peng. Johor. Read full story

The article from MSN discusses Dr. Wee Ka Siong, the MCA president, who has been actively involved in distributing aid on behalf of the Johor state government. This initiative is part of a broader effort to assist the community, particularly focusing on the underprivileged and those affected by recent floods. Dr. Wee has been distributing essential supplies like food, hygiene kits, and financial aid to help alleviate the immediate needs of the residents. His actions are in line with the Johor government's commitment to support its citizens during times of crisis, showcasing a collaborative effort between political figures and state governance to ensure aid reaches those in need efficiently.

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