Mon, February 3, 2025

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Emmanuel Macron to tell Keir Starmer Brexit has failed at EU 'reset' summit

Keir Starmer will travel to Brussels for dinner with European leaders and defence and security co-operation talks with Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte

by: cnbctv18

Public holiday in Delhi and Haryana on February 5

The Haryana government said workers of factories, shops, and private establishments in the state are eligible for paid leave to cast their votes.

by: RealClearPolitics

Vance: Biden And Obama Administrations Told White People Don't Bother Applying For Air Traffic Control Jobs

Vice President J.D. Vance told FNC's "Sunday Morning Futures" how the "DEI regime of the Biden administration" created a shortage of air traffic controllers. "We have a massive shortage of air traffic controllers.

by: WAtoday

Mettam vows to run WA and its health system at same time if elected premier

Libby Mettam said retaining the health portfolio alongside premier duties would show the public how seriously her party took fixing Labor's mess.

by: MSN

Bengaluru Palace Land Under Govt Lens as Karnataka Issues Takeover Ordinance

The Karnataka government has issued an ordinance to assert control over Bengaluru Palace land, a move likely to spark legal and political battles. The ordinance aims to regulate ownership and usage of the historic property,

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump says USAID is run by 'radical lunatics'

President Donald Trump made good on his threats to impose tariffs on some of the U.S.'s trading partners, announcing Saturday that he will levy 25% tariffs on some goods from Canada and Mexico and 10% on Chinese goods.

by: MSN

Delhi Elections 2025: Jamia schools closed on February 4 and 5

Ahead of the Delhi Assembly Elections 2025, Jamia Middle School has declared a two-day holiday for students and staff, February 4 and 5. The Delhi elections are scheduled to be held in a single phase on February 5,

by: CNN

Trump's race to honor his promises is bringing risk and turmoil to America and the world

And at home, a quickening purge of federal government workers and erratic spending decisions have already called into question assistance that's critical to the well-being of millions of citizens, as well as the legality of ousting scores of federal workers to fulfill Trump's political whims.

by: MSN

More USAID staff ousted after Trump administration dismantles aid agency

By Jonathan Landay, Patricia Zengerle and Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The Trump administration removed two top security officials at the U.S. Agency for International Development during the weekend after they tried to stop representatives from billionaire Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) from gaining access to restricted parts of the building,
Sun, February 2, 2025

by: WKRG

Tariffs: What do Trump's executive orders say and how would they work?

Trump's orders say the tariffs are a consequence of illegal immigration and drug smuggling. Not everyone will agree with his reasoning, as U.S. government reports show that unauthorized border crossings from Mexico have fallen over the past year and seizures of fentanyl along the northern border are relatively low.

by: Couriermail

'Bureaucratic lunatics running the asylum': Is it time to abolish local councils?

Mr Hurlston, who formed the lobby group originally known as Ratepayers Victoria in 2001, said Queensland's local government model was arguably the best while NSW and Victoria both had too much of a "hands-off" approach that led to mismanagement and waste.

by: i

Brexit 'settled' but we need closer economic ties with the EU, says Starmer

Yvette Cooper also said that a customs union, single market and a youth mobility scheme with the EU are 'red lines' Labour will not cross

by: Richmond

Virginia House, Senate budgets urge $1.1 billion in one-time tax rebates

The House of Delegates and Senate are presenting a united front in pending budget negotiations with Gov. Glenn Youngkin on more than $1 billion in tax relief for Virginia taxpayers, proposing one-time rebates for all,

by: CNN

Trump signs tariffs on top trade partners as he enacts 'America First' agenda

President Donald Trump signed stiff new tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China on Saturday, fulfilling a campaign promise to impose significant new taxes on imports from the three largest US trade partners.

by: News4Jax

USAID security leaders on leave after trying to keep Musk's DOGE from classified info, officials say

The Trump administration has placed two top security chiefs at the U.S. Agency for International Development on leave after they refused to turn over classified material in restricted areas to Elon Musk's government-inspection teams.

by: thenewdaily

Eggs thrown, more graffiti in new anti-Semitic attacks

Australia's iconic Bondi Beach has become the scene of the nation's latest anti-Semitic attack with eggs and verbal abuse hurled at young women.

by: Slate

Trump's Gitmo Detention Center Would Be Bigger Than History's Worst Concentration Camps

Like the border wall, building a detention center for migrants in Guantanamo Bay is nothing new. The scale, though, is frighteningly new.

by: PBS

Canada and Mexico order retaliatory tariffs on U.S. as Trump's tariffs spur trade war

President Donald Trump on Saturday signed an order to impose stiff tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada and China, drawing swift retaliation and an undeniable sense of betrayal from the country's North American neighbors as a trade war erupted among the longtime allies.

by: CP24

RECAP: Trump made good on his threat to order sweeping tariffs against Canada. Here's how Canada responded.

U.S. President Donald Trump's administration imposed sweeping import tariffs on Canada after signing an executive order at his Mar-a-Lago club in Florida Saturday. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau convened a cabinet meeting to discuss counter-tariff measures.

by: bnnbloomberg

Trump initiates trade war, signing order hitting Canada with massive tariffs; Trudeau to retaliate

Trump's massive trade action is expected to take effect on Tuesday. Trudeau has called an emergency cabinet meeting for 3 p.m. ET, and then will be speaking with premiers at 4 p.m. ET.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Canada, Mexico respond to Trump's steep tariffs

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

by: MSN

House mourns passing of Rep. Lagman

Both the majority and minority bloc in the House of Representatives mourned the passing of Albay Rep. Edcel Lagman, whom House Speaker Martin Romualdez described as a "fearless, passionate and sharp" lawmaker that has served Congress for several decades.

by: MSN

Trump's tariffs will take money out of American pockets: Rep. Glenn Ivey

Rep. Gerry Connolly of Virginia and Rep. Glenn Ivey of Maryland join Jonathan Capehart to discuss the breaking news that President Trump signed executive orders enacting tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China.

by: MSN

Why did Donald Trump impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China?

US President Donald Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican imports and a 10% on goods from China.
Sat, February 1, 2025

by: wtvr

Trump puts tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, spurring trade war as North American allies respond

Trump is declaring an economic emergency to put duties of 10% on all imports from China and 25% on imports from Mexico and Canada.

by: scrippsnews

Trump officially imposes tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

Trump is declaring an economic emergency to put duties of 10% on all imports from China and 25% on imports from Mexico and Canada.

by: 7NEWS

Cars and building spray-painted with antisemitic graffiti: 'This isn't the Australia we know and love'

"There have been more than 10 publicly reported serious incidents of antisemitic vandalism, arson and worse in the last three weeks alone — a figure that doesn't include the graffiti appearing on our streets on a daily basis or the abuse and harassment that goes unreported," he said.

by: bnnbloomberg

Live updates: Trudeau to meet with premiers as details of Trump's tariffs are revealed

U.S. President Donald Trump's looming tariffs on Canadian imports will be imposed today and are set to take effect on Tuesday. The Canadian federal government has said every option remains on the table,

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump signs executive orders implementing steep tariffs

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

by: bnnbloomberg

Trump initiates trade war, hitting Canada with massive tariffs. Trudeau calls emergency cabinet meeting

Trump's massive trade action is expected to take effect on Tuesday. Trudeau has called an emergency cabinet meeting for 3 p.m. ET, and then will be speaking with premiers at 4 p.m. ET.

by: CNN

Trump announces new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China

President Donald Trump has announced aggressive new tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China today. Follow for live updates.

by: redstateobserver

Biden's Government Overreach Threatens American Democracy Directly

The alarming trend of government overreach and weaponization is reaching new heights under the Biden administration. Many conservatives view this as a significant threat to American democracy, one that was front and center during the last election cycle,

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: USAID website down after HHS, CDC webpages scrubbed

President Donald Trump discussed a possible deal for Microsoft to buy TikTok while speaking with reporters by phone from Air Force One on Monday evening. Trump was asked whether Microsoft was in discussions to acquire the embattled social media app amid its looming U.S. ban deadline.

by: Reuters

US federal websites stay up after confusion over plan to remove diversity information

U.S. government websites were online and accessible on Friday, and the Office of Personnel Management said media reports that the sites would be taken offline were based on misinterpretation of a memo.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Former FBI director responds to turmoil at DOJ, FBI

The FBI National Press Office released an unsigned statement concerning acting Director Brian Driscoll assuring the public he "continues to serve in his role as Acting Director and remains committed to supporting the administration and ensuring a smooth transition to the incoming Director."

by: jacobin

Pierre Poilievre Wants Radical Austerity for Canada

Conservative Pierre Poilievre's politics aren't just about populism — they're grounded in Milton Friedman's radical vision of free markets. If he is elected prime minister, Poilievre promises a Canada where the welfare state is "out of business.

by: ABC12

Elon Musk spent more than $290 million on the 2024 election

Elon Musk spent a total of more than $290 million on the 2024 election, new federal filings show, boosting President Donald Trump and Republicans in a staggering effort that has

by: CNN

Trump DOJ demands list of thousands of FBI agents, others who worked on Jan. 6 and Trump investigations for possible firing

The Trump administration is set to expand a purge of career law enforcement officials, demanding the names of those who worked on January 6, 2021, US Capitol attack and Trump-related investigations for potential removal - a move that could affect thousands.

by: CNN

Elon Musk spent more than $290 million on the 2024 election, year-end FEC filings show

Elon Musk spent a total of more than $290 million on the 2024 election, new federal filings show, boosting President Donald Trump and Republicans in a staggering effort that has helped to secure unprecedented access for the world's richest person in the new administration.

by: MSN

Budget 2025: Broadband connectivity for all government schools, health centres

While presenting the Union Budget today, the Finance Minister said broadband connectivity will be extended to all government secondary and primary schools to "ensure better access to digital learning resources".

by: MSN

Aadhav Arjuna joins Vijay's TVK after controversial exit from Thirumalvalan's party

Aadhav Arjuna joined Vijay's Thamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam after his suspension from VCK, stating he sought Thirumavalavan's blessings and aimed to achieve a decade's work in ten months.

by: Newsday

President Donald Trump's early moves to control spending test authority of Congress

A 1974 law requires the president to spend the appropriations passed by Congress or seek its permission to suspend funding.

by: MSN

War of words breaks out between KCR and CM Revanth Reddy

Fri, January 31, 2025

by: MSN

Federal funding pause attempt jeopardized Stanislaus Regional Transit's budget

RTA, said the recent attempt to freeze federal funding and reimbursements jeopardized 20 percent of the company's overall budget.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: WH sidesteps question on hiring disabled federal workers

Two U.S. officials confirmed the Pentagon is readying to send more troops to the southwestern border and a complement of 500 Marines to Guantanamo Bay as part of the plan to use the U.S. naval base in Cuba to house some deported migrants.

by: MSN

Venezuela frees 6 Americans after meeting between President Maduro and Trump's envoy

Six Americans who had been detained in Venezuela in recent months were freed by the government of President Nicolás Maduro after he met Friday with a senior Trump administration official. U.S. President Donald Trump and his envoy for special missions,

by: WFAA8

'A lot of fear going on' | Texas immigrant community on edge during Trump's first weeks

Across the state, immigrants are changing their daily habits as the Trump administration orders at least 1,200 daily arrests of undocumented people.

by: foxbaltimore

Retired agents say a Patel 'shake up' is what the FBI needs to improve public trust

Patel's nomination is viewed as part of Trump's strategy to reform the bureau. He has promised to reduce the FBI's presence in Washington, redistribute agents across the country, and focus on tackling violent crime. "We let good cops be cops," Patel said during his confirmation hearing.

Black History Month Starts Amid Trump DEI Crackdown. What Lawmakers Say

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Black History Month in 2024 begins amidst a backdrop of political contention over diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, particularly due to actions by former President Donald Trump. Trump has criticized DEI programs, labeling them as discriminatory and has promised to dismantle them if re-elected. This stance has sparked a debate among lawmakers. Democrats argue that DEI efforts are crucial for addressing systemic inequalities and promoting inclusivity, with figures like Rep. Ayanna Pressley and Rep. Jamaal Bowman defending these programs as essential for progress. Conversely, some Republicans, including Rep. Burgess Owens, support Trump's view, suggesting that DEI initiatives foster division rather than unity. This political divide highlights the ongoing national conversation about race, equality, and the role of government in promoting social justice during Black History Month.

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