Wed, February 12, 2025

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

Leaders of Indonesia and Turkey hold talks on defense and economic ties

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met his Indonesian counterpart Prabowo Subianto on Wednesday for talks aimed at strengthening economic and defense ties between the two Muslim-majority nations.

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

Musk's son pulls faces as billionaire defends government role in front of Trump

Musk's son pulls faces as billionaire defends government role in front of Trump -
Tue, February 11, 2025

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: Reuters

What is Trump doing - and not doing - to tackle the US debt?

President Donald Trump has pursued a radical overhaul of the U.S. government since taking office on January 20, aiming to slash spending and dramatically downsize the 2.3 million strong civil service.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: ABC

Trump 2nd term live updates: Musk joins Trump in the Oval Office

Elon Musk joined President Trump in the Oval Office, where he took questions from the media for the first time.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: AgWeb

Trump Imposes Sweeping Steel and Aluminum Tariffs, Sparking Trade War Risks

The measures, effective March 12, eliminate country-specific exemptions and extend to downstream steel and aluminum products, affecting key suppliers such as Canada, Mexico, Brazil, and South Korea.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: Politico

Playbook: Law and order

PLAYBOOK METRO SECTION: Trump is working on an executive order targeting D.C., which could include harsher penalties for crime in the city and the clearing of homeless encampments, WaPo's Spencer Hsu and Emily Davies report.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

"Our response will be firm and clear..." Canadian PM Justin Trudeau dares Donald Trump over Tariff threats

Canadian PM Justin Trudeau dared United States President Donald Trump over Tariff threats saying, "Our response will be firm and clear..."

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump and Hamas clash over ceasefire and hostage release

A senior representative of Palestinian Hamas, Sami Abu Zuhri, emphasises that observing the ceasefire is the only way to secure the release of Israeli hostages. "Donald Trump must remember that there is an agreement that must be respected by both sides,

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

'Great sadness' in seeing the condition and suffering of Israeli hostages

Liberal MP Julian Leeser has called for all the Israeli hostages to be released and for them to be reunited with their families.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

'Let all hell break out': Trump threatens to cancel Hamas and Gaza ceasefire if remaining hostages are not released by deadline

Donald Trump has threatened to cancel the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, if the latter does not release all remaining hostages it is holding in Gaza by midday on Saturday. Although the president acknowledged that such a decision would be up to Israel,

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Deportations, Dreams, and the Reality of Immigration Under Trump

In February 2025, the U.S. ramped up its aggressive immigration crackdown, using military planes to deport 205 Indian nationals.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Israel and US must cut Hamas off from Tehran

Israel and US must exert maximum effort to prevent Iran from rebuilding Hamas, or risk erasing IDF's achievements in the war and enabling the Hamas terrorists to carry out another massacre.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

'Let all hell break out': Trump threatens to cancel Hamas and Gaza if remaining hostages are not released by deadline

Donald Trump has threatened to cancel the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, if the latter does not release all remaining hostages it is holding in Gaza by midday on Saturday. Although the president acknowledged that such a decision would be up to Israel,

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Kyle Rable: The fallout of executive orders and D.O.G.E

His attempts to change and shape the government through many executive orders and Truth Social posts are meant to be confusing, but we can't lose sight of how they negatively affect us in West Texas.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: Time

How Elon Musk's Anti-Government Crusade Could Benefit Tesla and His Other Businesses

Experts say he could easily snuff out federal investigations or safety initiatives that have stymied Tesla or his other companies.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Sydney train industrial action delayed for 48 hours as union and NSW government reach agreement

Planned industrial action that would have slowed Sydney's train services on Wednesday has been postponed for 48 hours.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Canada reacts to Trump's tariffs on steel and aluminum

Canada's Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry François-Philippe Champagne, stated that the US tariffs on steel and aluminum will be unjustified. He warned that Canada's response to this measure would be clear and measured,

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Dozens of tractors and even a tank take over Westminster in inheritance tax backlash

Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), the judicial body that issued an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin in 2023. Whitehall is now a parking lot for some unusual vehicles as the inheritance tax protests continue into 2025.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: BBC

The Chief is back! Meet Scotland's top cop and his trusty team as they give us the inside scoop on the new comedy series

The sitcom sees The Chief wrestle with contemporary dilemmas and workplace politics, while trying his best to remain relevant in an ever-changing world

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump slaps 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports into US

President Donald Trump on Monday announced tariffs of 25% on all steel and aluminium imports into the United States. The Republican signed orders to this effect at the White House and said that the tariffs would apply without exceptions and to imports from all countries.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump threatens to cancel ceasefire and 'let all hell break loose'

President Donald Trump threatens to cancel ceasefire deal and 'let all hell break loose' if all hostages are not released by noon on Saturday by Hamas.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: BBC

Trump announces 25% tariffs on all steel and aluminium imports

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump announces 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, raising trade war fears

"Given the potential impact Trump's sweeping tariffs have on Korean exports, the government must prepare a range of countermeasures," said Kim Soo-dong, head of the Korea Institute for Industrial Economics and Trade.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

CM Yogi hails BJP's triumph in Delhi and Milkipur as a victory of good governance and public trust

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, on Saturday, stated that the results of the Delhi Assembly alections and the Milkipur Assembly by-election in Ayodhya district, Uttar Pradesh, indicate a clear rejection of the politics of 'lies and loot.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

What do the new tax credits for critical minerals and green hydrogen mean?

Billions of dollars in support are expected to flow to the green hydrogen and critical minerals sectors — if they actually produce it. Here's what the new tax credit scheme looks like.

[ Tue, Feb 11th 2025 ]: MSN

Footage released as 19,000 migrants deported in government crackdown

The Government has released footage of migrants being escorted on to planes and deported from the country in a bid to show a surge in immigration enforcement. The Home Office said it has shared photos of removing migrants for the first time to give better understanding of the process,
Mon, February 10, 2025

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: Slate

The Trump Administration Is Quietly Giving a Big Gift to Russia, China, and Iran

Buried among the many executive actions taken in the first three weeks of the new Trump administration is a Feb. 5 memo, signed by Attorney General Pam Bondi, that must have Russian, Chinese, and even Iranian officials cheering.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: Slate

A Former Federal Judge Just Beat Trump and Musk in Court. She Has Advice for the Resistance.

Dahlia Lithwick: Could you give us a sense of the litigation landscape right now? There are a lot of lawsuits raining down on the Trump administration's scattershot executive orders and Elon Musk's chaotic and mostly opaque actions at the heart of the federal government. Who is standing alongside your team at State Democracy Defenders?

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: CNN

Trump removes top government ethics czar

President Donald Trump is removing the head of the Office of Government Ethics from his post, the agency said Monday - the latest example of Trump acting against a government watchdog.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

What exactly is going on with government reviews into Elon Musk? Are they continuing, or has Donald Trump quietly killed them?

Recent speculations are on the rise that what exactly is going on regarding the government reviews into Tesla CEO Elon Musk. At the same time, various people are also questioning that the investigations regarding Elon Musk are still continuing or US President Donald Trump has quietly killed them or not.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: CNN

Critical health and science research is on the chopping block as Trump actions trigger shutdowns

Universities that do breakthrough-level studies are scrambling to understand the effects as their funding agencies slash their budgets.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Diane Abbott responds to 'racist and sexist' remarks about her in Labour MP's group chat

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[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSNBC

Trump's First 100 Days: 'Willing to push the boundaries' of Congress and the courts

A hearing is being held today regarding President Trump's buyout offer to federal government employees. Also, Trump fired the Kennedy Center Board and made himself chair. NBC News' Ken Dilanian has the latest reporting.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Sam Nujoma, Namibia's fiery freedom fighter and first president, dies at 95

South African President Nelson Mandela, right, shakes hands with Namibian President Sam Nujoma at the presidential residence in Pretoria, South Africa, June 1, 1999,

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Experts warn of potential system 'breakdown' as Musk and Vance question judges' authority

Experts warn of potential system 'breakdown' as Musk and Vance question judges' authority - 'Judges aren't allowed to control the executive's legitimate power,' JD Vance says

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump says 25 per cent tariffs are coming today for steel and aluminum imports

U.S. President Donald Trump says he'll impose 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States today.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Lawlessness and disorder: The hypocrisy of Donald Trump's exile threats after the Jan. 6 pardons

In 2020, in response to the riots that followed the murder of 46-year-old Black man George Floyd, Donald Trump declared himself the "president of law and order." During the same speech, he threatened to use the military to suppress the civil unrest that erupted after a police officer killed Floyd.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Here's the latest as Canada faces steel and aluminum tariffs from the United States

U.S. President Donald Trump said over the weekend he will formally announce 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports today, including for Canada and Mexico.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump to announce 25% steel and aluminium tariffs in latest trade salvo

President Donald Trump is expected to introduce new 25% tariffs on Monday on all steel and aluminium imports into the U.S., on top of existing metals duties, in another major escalation of his shake-up of trade policy.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

UK government defends immigration crackdown amid far-right surge

The 'blitz on illegal working' comes as Keir Starmer's government faces mounting pressure from the increasingly popular Reform UK party. View on euronews

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

'They know it's wrong': JD Vance and Mike Lee shamed on Morning Joe for attacks on courts

Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) called out vice president J.D. Vance and her Republican colleagues for undermining the constitutional balance of powers in service to Donald Trump. The vice president, who's a Yale Law School graduate,

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

ANC condemns US government for interfering in South Africa's affairs, criticises AfriForum for causing division

The ANC has condemned US interference in South Africa's land reform policies after US President Donald Trump halted aid and offered refugee status to Afrikaners affected by land reform.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

The impact of Donald Trump's conservative Republicanism on global trade and politics

President Donald Trump's second coming as the 45th President of the United States has sent shockwaves across the globe, writes Zamikhaya Maseti.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

How USAID was used for regime change in Bangladesh: Former US State Dept official Mike Benz reveals

Did the US government actively work to destabilize Bangladesh using taxpayer-funded programs? Former US State Department official Mike Benz has made explosive claims that USAID and affiliated organizations orchestrated efforts to undermine the Bangladeshi government in a bid to secure American strategic interests.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Keith Gerein: Edmonton's resilience to the tariff threat is up to us, not our political leaders

A class I am teaching this winter on civic politics recently took a day to explore the strained relationship between the Alberta government and provincial municipalities , a topic that naturally led to the question of how best to deal with a bully.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

'Perfect storm' of crises threatening EU's security and economic models, report warns

The multipolarisation of the international order is challenging the EU's liberal vision with Donald Trump's return to the White House likely to accelerate the trend, a key report found. View on eurone

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

PM Modi, Amit Shah must own up responsibility for Manipur violence, says DMK leader Kanimozhi

Accusing the BJP of pursuing "fascist politics" in Manipur, DMK leader Kanimozhi on Monday demanded that Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah own up responsibility for violen

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: CNN

The latest on Trump's presidency as he vows new tariffs on steel and aluminum imports

President Donald Trump is pressing ahead with his agenda to shrink and reshape the federal government and carry out mass deportations across the country. Follow for live updates.

Dozens of tractors and even a tank take over Westminster in inheritance tax backlash

Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC), the judicial body that issued an arrest warrant for Vladimir Putin in 2023. Whitehall is now a parking lot for some unusual vehicles as the inheritance tax protests continue into 2025.

The article from MSN discusses a protest in Westminster where dozens of tractors and even a tank were used to demonstrate against inheritance tax. The demonstration was organized by farmers and landowners who are part of a campaign called "No Farmers, No Food," highlighting their opposition to the current inheritance tax laws. They argue that these taxes make it financially burdensome to pass down family farms, potentially leading to the breakup of agricultural estates. The protesters, including members of the Countryside Alliance, are calling for tax reforms to ensure the sustainability of farming businesses for future generations. The event not only brought attention to their cause but also showcased the significant machinery involved, symbolizing the scale and importance of farming in the UK.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-sg/politics/government/dozens-of-tractors-and-even-a-tank-take-over-westminster-in-inheritance-tax-backlash/vi-AA1yLa52