Sun, February 9, 2025

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Trump to announce tariffs on steel and aluminum

As President Donald Trump's second administration continued its swift recasting of the federal government and American foreign policy, the president and his top diplomat issued a stunning proposal, saying the U.S. would "take over" the Gaza Strip, "level the site" and rebuild it.

by: wtvr

New lawsuit against Trump administration over 'illegal targeting' of sanctuary cities

A coalition of cities and counties in blue states have sued the Trump administration over alleged threats and "illegal targeting" of sanctuary cities.

by: thenightly

Australian news and politics live updates: Price caps on goods in remote stores, Trump's Pentagon fraud blitz

The Pentagon's budget is approaching $US1 ($A1.6) trillion per year. Egypt has called an emergency Arab summit to discuss "new and dangerous developments" after US President Donald Trump announced his controversial plan to relocate Palestinians elsewhere and take over the Gaza Strip.

by: thenightly

Retiring renters face homelessness as ownership rates fall and cost of living surges

As home ownership falls, rents grow and the cost of living continues to surge, older renters are in need of more help when they enter retirement.

by: Couriermail

US politics live: Elon Musk, J.D. Vance rage at judge as legal fight erupts

Welcome to another week of potential political madness in the United States. This is our live coverage of the Trump administration, which is now three weeks old.

by: Cleveland

New acting director tells Consumer Financial Protection Bureau to suspend most operations

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and will suspend most of its operations, according to a memo from its new acting director Russell Vought.

by: Newsweek

Trump To Unleash Musk, DOGE On Military: Expects To Find 'Fraud And Abuse'

In a pre-taped interview with Fox News chief political anchor Bret Baier, Trump revealed that he is set to turn Musk loose on two more departments - the Pentagon and the Department of Education.

by: Indiatimes

Delhi Election Results 2025 Live Updates: ECI completes Delhi assembly poll process, submits results to LG

The BJP is on track to form a government in Delhi for the first time in over 26 years, with data from the Election Commission

by: Newsweek

Democrats Divided Over Using Government Shutdown to Fight Trump Agenda

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries last week indicated Democrats would consider using the threat of government shutdown to obtain White House concessions.

by: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Musk 'not gaining anything' from DOGE, Trump tells Baier

Trump has previously threatened to halt funds to South Africa, claiming white South Africans are being mistreated by the nation's post-apartheid government. DOGE leader Elon Musk has also repeatedly accused his country of birth's government of being anti-white.

by: Time

The Media Spawned McCarthyism. Now History Is Repeating Itself

Some of today's most influential figures in politics won power the way McCarthy did: willingness to say things that capture attention.

by: MSN

How Republican skeptics in the Senate got to 'yes' on RFK Jr. and Gabbard

Republican skepticism in the Senate of President Donald Trump'sCabinet nominees has been worn down, putting his unconventional choices for some of the most powerful positions in the federal government on the verge of confirmation.

by: MSN

Report says profitable crops draining vital resources, deepening Morocco's water crisis

The African Center for Strategic Studies and Digitalization said that while Morocco grapples with persistent drought, water resources are being disproportionately allocated to commercial farms growing avocados,

by: MSN

SA's mandate in the DRC and what is going wrong

The death of SANDF soldiers on a mission in the Congo has left many questioning exactly what the troops are supposed to be accomplishing in the country and whether they are capable of doing it.

by: ABC

Federal judge blocks Elon Musk's DOGE team from accessing sensitive taxpayer data

The lawsuit alleged the breach of sensitive Treasury Department data "poses huge cybersecurity risks" and violates multiple federal laws.

by: CNN

Democrats plot strategy in shutdown fight against Trump: 'Not a lot of good options'

Democrats have been powerless as they've watched President Donald Trump systematically move to dismantle federal agencies and push the bounds of his office with little concern about the fallout.

by: MSN

Herzog slams BBC for 'false equivalence' of Israeli hostages, Palestinian prisoners

Herzog called for an end to what he described as a "preposterous" narrative that equates Israel's legal system with Hamas's brutality.

by: AOL

Trump heads to Super Bowl with a complicated NFL relationship

U.S. President Donald Trump heads to the Super Bowl on Sunday, the first sitting president to do so in person, despite a complicated relationship with the National Football League and a controversial history mixing politics and sports.

by: MSN

"They should not be handcuffed, chained but...": USISPF chief on US' deportations of Indian nationals

The President and CEO of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF) Mukesh Aghi acknowledged concerns surrounding the treatment of Indian nationals while being deported back to India.Speaking to ANI on Sunday,

by: Newsweek

Ecuador's Trump? Daniel Noboa's Rise Could Reshape Latin American Politics

Noboa's blend of populist bravado, aggressive security policies and alignment with Trumpian politics has positioned him, at 37, as a formidable figure in a changing Latin America.

by: Indiatimes

Delhi Election Results 2025 Live Updates: Delhi LG Saxena dissolves 7th legislative assembly

The BJP is on track to form a government in Delhi for the first time in over 26 years, with data from the Election Commission

by: NDTV

"Beginning Of AAP's End": Ex Comrade Blames Arvind Kejriwal For Delhi Loss

As the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) licks its wounds after the Delhi drubbing, its now-expelled co-founder and lawyer Prashant Bhushan has held his estranged brother-in-arms and AAP's national convenor Arvind Kejriwal responsible for the poll debacle.

by: MSN

Assam Governor calls for ethical standards in journalism, felicitates veterans

Assam Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya attended the Pride East Conclave 2025 and presented the Assamese of the Year Award to eminent journalist and editor of Sadin Anuradha Sarma Pujari and the Lifetime Achievement Award to veteran singer Dwipen Baruah at a function held in Guwahati.

by: MSN

Russ Vought, tapped as CFPB's acting director, directs bureau to issue no new rules, stop new investigations

by: BBC

'Workforce crisis' behind councils' agency spending

Some local authorities said much of this spending is on social care staff. The Local Government Information Unit said there was an "intense workforce crisis" in local government and councils have become "very dependent" on agency staff. The two biggest authorities in the region both paid out about £30m last year.

by: MSN

Why Kejriwal's hubris was both bad politics and economics

The Delhi election results saw BJP reclaim power after 27 years, highlighting voter dissatisfaction with AAP's leadership, particularly Arvind Kejriwal. Kejriwal's downfall was attributed to perceived corruption and unfulfilled promises,

by: MSN

"Full stop to politics of lies and loot": Yogi slams opposition after BJP's Delhi and Milkipur win

Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday slammed the opposition after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) secured major victories in the Delhi Assembly elections and Milkipur Assembly bypolls,

by: MSN

SP Chief Akhilesh Yadav demands relaxation of vehicle tolls in UP for ongoing Mahakumbh

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav on Sunday demanded the relaxation of vehicle tolls in Uttar Pradesh during the Mahakumbh, to reduce travel hindrances and the problem of traffic jams.The former Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister took a dig at the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party,

by: MSN

Outgoing ANC officials disclose Musalia Mudavadi's plans to vie for presidency

Outgoing ANC leaders say Prime Cabinet Secretary Musalia Mudavadi plans to run for president in 2032 after William Ruto completes his 10-year term

by: MSN

'Would 7.25 lakh Indians be dumped back..?' Manish Tewari criticises EAM S Jaishankar over US deportations

Congress MP Manish Tewari criticised the government's handling of US deportations, noting that there are 725,000 undocumented Indians in the US, with 24,000 in detention. He also highlighted the treatment of returning citizens.

by: MSN

NEET UG 2025: Dos and don'ts while filling the application form

Before applying, all candidates should read the instructions and eligibility criteria and have documents ready. Here are a few things they should remember.
Sat, February 8, 2025

by: MSN

Delhi assembly election results 2025: What worked for BJP and what did not for AAP?

The BJP secured a sweeping victory in Delhi, winning 48 out of 70 assembly seats. Key factors included early campaigning, targeting the middle class, exposing alleged irregularities in AAP's welfare schemes,

by: MSN

Rise and fall: A crusader who became part of politics he set out to dismantle

No longer a commoner but one of India's top leaders and a two-term chief minister, the 56-year-old now faces an existential crisis.

by: MSN

Gujarat CM inaugurates Millet Mahotsav, highlights PM Modi's push for natural farming

Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel emphasised that by promoting the expansion of Shree Anna (millets) and natural farming, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has led the nation and the world toward a healthier lifestyle with the mantra of 'Back to Basics',

by: MSN

NEET UG 2025 registration: Latest updates, exam pattern, and more. Check Here

NEET UG 2025 registration has begun on the official website. This year, several changes will be implemented in the exam. Check details on the exam pattern and new rules here.

by: Mint

Delhi Election Results 2025 LIVE: BJP wins, PM Modi slams AAP's 'short-cut politics' in victory speech

Amit Shah spoke about BJP moving closer to victory, stating that it was 'victory of Modi ki guarantee.' Stay tuned to Mint for Delhi Elections 2025 LIVE updates

by: MSN

Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks Elon Musk's DOGE From Sensitive Treasury Payment System

A federal judge on Saturday temporarily blocked Elon Musk's government efficiency probe from peering into the Treasury Department system that distributes tax returns, federal employee salaries and benefits like Social Security,

by: Mint

BJP vs AAP Delhi Election Results 2025 Highlights: 'We accept the mandate,' Arvind Kejriwal congratulates BJP

AAP supremo Arvind Kejriwal says the party accepts the mandate of the people with great humility. 'I congratulate the BJP for this victory and I hope they will fulfil all the promises for which people have voted them.

by: MSN

Trump revokes Biden's security clearances, cites 'poor memory' and national security concerns

The White House announced on its X account that it is revoking President Joe Biden's security clearances and halting his daily intelligence briefings, citing concerns over his ability to handle sensitive information.

by: MSN

US Judge denies requests to block Elon Musk's D.O.G.E from the labor department

by: ABC

Here are all the agencies that Elon Musk and DOGE have been trying to dismantle so far

Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency group has made swift work of the billionaire's goal to curtail the government. Here are some of the direct actions.

by: CNN

Federal judge blocks Elon Musk's DOGE access to critical Treasury payment system

A federal judge, citing a risk of "irreparable harm," early Saturday temporarily restricted Elon Musk's government efficiency team from accessing a critical Treasury Department payment system.

by: MSN

Labour minister sacked after leaked messages reveal he 'wished pensioner would die'

A Labour MP who joked about an elderly woman dying in a group chat has been sacked and dismissed from the party. Andrew Gwynne, MP for Gorton and Denton, also posted racist remarks about fellow MP Diane Abbott and sexist remarks about Angela Rayner.

by: MSN

China makes some of Americans' most common medicines. They won't be spared from Trump's tariffs

China makes some of Americans' most common medicines. They won't be spared from Trump's tariffs - Everyday painkillers, antibiotics, cancer medications, blood thinners and more are just some of the drugs that the U.

by: MSN

Federal judge blocks Elon Musk's DOGE from accessing Treasury records after Democratic AGs file lawsuit

Tesla CEO Elon Musk's government efficiency team has been temporarily blocked from accessing certain government systems, according to a federal judge's ruling on Saturday.

by: MSN

Three Israeli hostages freed for 183 Palestinian prisoners under Gaza ceasefire deal, AP explains

Hamas-led militants released three more hostages to the Red Cross on Saturday, and Israel freed dozens of Palestinian prisoners as part of an agreement that paused the war in the Gaza Strip.

by: MSN

"Forming government with 48 seats is historic": BJP MP Manoj Tiwari

BJP is set to form the government in Delhi after securing a historic victory in the assembly elections, winning 48 seats and marking its return to power in the national capital after 27 years.The BJP leaders also termed the mandate as "historic" and hailed the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

by: MSN

Musk and his minions: DOGE team has now inserted officials at least 14 key government agencies

DOGE team has now inserted officials at least 14 key government agencies - Musk's team of allies, former employees and young people on DOGE have infiltrated the government's key federal agencies and d

Republicans look to add taxes on college scholarships to help pay for Trump's tax cuts

Republicans look to add taxes on college scholarships to help pay for Trump's tax cuts - Alook at possible federal budget cuts that would affect higher education under the Trump administration

The article from MSN discusses a proposal by House Republicans to impose taxes on college scholarships as a means to offset the costs of extending former President Donald Trump's tax cuts. This initiative, part of a broader tax plan, aims to address the impending expiration of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2025. The plan suggests taxing scholarships, fellowships, and grants, which are currently tax-exempt, potentially affecting millions of students by increasing their financial burden. Critics argue that this move could make higher education less accessible, particularly for low and middle-income families, at a time when college costs are already soaring. The proposal has sparked significant debate over its implications for educational equity and the future funding of higher education.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-za/politics/government/republicans-look-to-add-taxes-on-college-scholarships-to-help-pay-for-trump-s-tax-cuts/ar-AA1yHcyQ