Wed, February 12, 2025

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: Time

The Rise of America's Broligarchy and What to Do About It

Campaign finance rules and checks on presidential power are collapsing just as leading tech giants have gained power.

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: CNN

How the Make America Healthy Again movement swung from RFK Jr. to Trump

Calley Means says it was the day Donald Trump was almost assassinated last summer that made everything crystalize for Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Means, an influencer and activist leader in the exploding clean food and health space, had become close with Kennedy over their common cause against the food and pharmaceutical industries.

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: Sky

Migrants arriving illegally in small boats and in lorries to be refused British citizenship

The guidance applies to those who have already arrived and any future arrivals, where previously refugees coming on small boats had to wait 10 years before being considered for citizenship.

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

Japan says it has asked the US to exclude it from 25% steel and aluminum tariffs

Japan 's government said Wednesday it asked the U.S. to exclude it from 25% steel and aluminum tariffs, a change from duty-free quotas that Tokyo was given previously.

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

AGOA loss would deal big blow to South Africa's vehicle and component manufacturing industries

Industry body warns of potential domino effect of South Africa losing its duty-free access to the US market through AGOA.

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

Grimes speaks out after Elon Musk parades son around Oval Office

Grimes speaks out after Elon Musk parades son around Oval Office - 'He should not be in public like this. I did not see this, thank u for alerting me. But I'm glad he was polite. Sigh'

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

Ghana missing $156 million in state budget after USAID freeze

Ghana's Finance Ministry is looking to bridge a gap of $156 million in the state budget following US President Trump's decision to freeze funding from his government's biggest development and aid agency,

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

US climate U-turn offers China both challenges and opportunities

Beijing can no longer expect to use climate cooperation as a bargaining chip with Washington. But a chance arises to seize global climate leadership On his first day back in office, President Donald Trump,

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

German election: Why are parties promising more deportations?

Major parties and minnows are all promising more and quicker deportations to solve the migration debate as the country is set to hold elections next Sunday. View on euronews

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

Lebanon's cabinet prioritises reform and economic recovery in first meeting

Lebanon's new cabinet convened for the first time on Tuesday, with President Joseph Aoun urging the group to focus on reform. Mr Aoun, who led the gathering at the Presidential Palace in Baabda, called for the end of corruption within the Lebanese state and the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701,

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: PBS

WATCH: Powell says Fed 'well positioned' for 'risks and uncertainties' that lie ahead for economy

After cutting its key rate a full percentage point in the final three months of last year, with "the economy remaining strong, we do not need to be in a hurry to adjust our policy stance," Powell said in written remarks to the Senate Banking Committee.

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

PBS caves to Trump closing its DEI office and seeing its staff leave the company

PBS caves to Trump closing its DEI office and seeing its staff leave the company - 'PBS will continue to reflect all of America and remain a welcoming place for everyone,' a spokesperson said

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump Causing 'A Lot Of Cost And A Lot Of Chaos' In Auto Market: Ford CEO

Tariffs on Mexico and Canada "would blow a hole in the U.S. industry that we have never seen," he added.

[ Wed, Feb 12th 2025 ]: MSN

Herman Mashaba interview: Identity politics and new tactics in an ever-shifting landscape

Politically Aweh, South Africa's cheekiest satirical news show, is back with a fresh episode in which funny guy KG Mokgadi asks probing questions of the biggest newsmakers and movers and shakers in politics.

[ 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

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 ]: MSN

Saskatchewan government announces special warrants for nearly $1B in new spending

The Saskatchewan government has announced over $920 million in additional funding on Monday to 'address cost pressures and respond to emerging issues.'

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Sen. Lankford introduces bill that aims to combat human trafficking in government contracting

Sen. James Lankford (R-OK) introduced a bill aimed at closing gaps in federal rules that allow human trafficking to continue in government contracting.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump signs off on new steel and aluminum tariffs

President Trump on Monday signed proclamations to bolster tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States and crack down on attempts by China and Russia to evade penalties. Trump in 2018 announced 25 percent tariffs on steel and 10 percent tariffs on aluminum imports.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

New 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum to start March 4 as Trump reworks the US trade landscape

Donald Trump's rapid reorientation of the US trade landscape continued apace on Monday as he signed an executive order to impose 25% duties on steel and aluminum regardless of the source country. The tariffs are set to kick in on March 4,

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Canadian official floats '100% tariff on Tesla' to 'hit back' at Trump and Musk

A Canadian member of parliament told CNN Monday that he had some suggestions to hit back at U.S. economic aggression, including imposing "100 percent tariffs on Tesla." MP Jagmeet Singh, who is running to replace Prime Minister Justin Trudeau,

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Trump slaps 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports 'without exceptions'

U.S. President Donald Trump followed through on recent threats Monday evening and signed an order to impose 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports — including from Canada.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Donald Trump signs executive orders imposing 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium

US President Donald Trump has signed executive orders imposing 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminium imports into the United States.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Haryana Municipal election: Haryana Congress questions EVM use and SC representation

Ahead of the Haryana Municipal Corporation Elections 2025, Haryana Congress president Udai Bhan has raised concerns over the use of Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs), questioned the delay in result declaration,

[ 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 ]: MSN

Trump signs order imposing 25 per cent tariffs on steel and aluminum

U.S. President Donald Trump is slapping 25 per cent tariffs on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States, including Canadian products.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

'Most Americans recognize it is wrong': Lawyers and judges condemn Trump administration

The American Bar Association released a statement on Monday reminding lawyers they must stand up for the rule of law. The statement comes amid a flood of legal battles between the Trump administration and several workers who were fired.

[ Mon, Feb 10th 2025 ]: MSN

Interviewer Claps Back at DHS Secretary Kristi Noem After She Says Americans 'Can't Trust the Government': 'You Are the Government!'

CNN anchor Dana Bash reminded the Trump-appointed Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem that she is the government during a confounding exchange on Sunday.

Tshwane's new administration: achievements and challenges after 100 days

Tshwane Mayor Dr Nasiphi Moya reflects on her administration's achievements and challenges after 100 days in office, while her predecessor raises concerns over stalled power station plans.

The article from MSN discusses the achievements and challenges faced by the new administration of Tshwane, South Africa, after their first 100 days in office. Under the leadership of Mayor Cilliers Brink, the administration has focused on stabilizing the city's finances, improving service delivery, and addressing corruption. Key achievements include the appointment of a new city manager, efforts to reduce irregular expenditure, and initiatives to enhance electricity and water services. However, the administration has encountered significant challenges such as ongoing issues with load shedding, water supply interruptions, and the need to rebuild trust with the public. The article also highlights the political instability, with the Democratic Alliance (DA) needing to navigate coalition politics to maintain governance. Despite these hurdles, there's an emphasis on transparency and accountability, with the mayor promising to keep the public informed about progress and setbacks.

Read the Full MSN Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-za/politics/government/tshwane-s-new-administration-achievements-and-challenges-after-100-days/ar-AA1yPlSE