• Mon, March 24, 2025

by: Africanews

Ghana and Morocco move to scrap visa requirements

The two nations also committed to expanding cooperation in agribusiness, tourism, and security, following discussions between Ablakwa and Morocco's Ambassador to Ghana, Imane Ouaadil.

by: Reason

Trump and Congress Have a Right and a Duty To Kill the Department of Education

The feds have no constitutional authorization to meddle in education.

by: Hespress

Ghana seeks visa-free travel agreement with Morocco

Ghana is working toward facilitating visa-free travel for its citizens to Morocco. Samuel Okudzeto, Ghana's Minister of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration, announced that both countries have agreed to initiate an agreement that would exempt all categories of travelers from visa requirements.

by: IOL

'We should reject the politics of divisiveness' | Ramaphosa reaffirms commitment to unity and human rights

In his weekly letter to the nation, President Cyril Ramaphosa reflects on Human Rights Day and the anniversary of the Sharpeville massacre, urging South Africans to reject divisive politics and reaffirm their commitment to human rights and national unity.

by: Alternet

'Fake tough guy': JD and Usha Vance blasted for Greenland threat and 'aggressive' visit

Vice President JD Vance and Second Lady Usha Vance are launching a coordinated campaign targeting Greenland, the semi-autonomous Danish territory that President Donald Trump has repeatedly expressed interest in acquiring for the United States—despite firm resistance from Denmark,

by: RealClearPolitics

EPA Secretary: "$20 Billion Went To Just Eight NGOs, And They're All Pass-Throughs"

EPA Secretary Lee Zeldon reported at a cabinet meeting on Monday: SEC. LEE ZELDIN: The EPA has now canceled over $22 billion worth of contracts, including $2 billion going to this NGO that Stacey Abrams was tied to.

by: HuffPost

I Am A USAID Worker Who Lost My Job. Here's What Trump And Musk Aren't Telling You About The Cuts.

My father grew up in Berlin during World War II — picture shelling, scarcity, chaos, terror, death. The American boss of one of my grandmother's friends — a complete stranger to my father and grandmother — used to send them care packages from Chicago during the war.

by: Euronews

US airstrikes on Yemen kill at least one person and injure multiple others

The attack brought down a building in a western neighbourhood of Yemen's capital, Sanaa, as the US campaign against the Houthis entered its tenth day. View on euronews

by: Swarajya

Bihar Muslim Organisations Boycott Nitish Kumar's Iftaar Event Over Waqf Bill Support; Congress Urges Not To Mix Festivities With Politics

The boycott, backed by six other Muslim organisations, marks the first such rejection of a state-hosted Iftaar by the century-old body. Founded in 1921 by Maulana Abul Mohasin Mohammed Sajjad, the Imarat-e-Shariah has long held moral sway among Bihar's Muslims and is known for guiding the community on Islamic jurisprudence and Shariah law.

by: Tagtik

Trump and Farage favorable to have US joining Commonwealth

A British lawmaker has expressed support for the idea of the United States potentially joining the Commonwealth in the future. Nigel Farage, a far-right politician who led the Brexit campaign in 2016 with his party Reform UK,

by: MSN

The challenges facing Rachel Reeves are clear - and painful

Certainly, it is difficult to conceive of the government achieving the kind of savings in public ... No pressure then, Ms Reeves. From news to politics, travel to sport, culture to climate - The Independent has a host of free newsletters to suit your ...

by: Reuters

Japan protests Chinese government statement it says misquoted PM Ishiba

Japan has lodged a protest with China about a statement that misquoted Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's remarks during Friday's meeting with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi, Japan's top government spokesperson said on Monday.

by: InsideNoVa

Anger, anxiety front and center at Rep. Subramanyam's packed town hall in Warrenton

Northern Virginia Democrats have a message for their elected representatives in Congress: fight back. At a Warrenton town hall hosted by Democratic Rep. Suhas Subramanyam Thursday, constituents from across the 10th District -- which includes Fauquier,

by: Slate

The Overlooked Legal Problem at the Heart of Trump's So-Called Deportations to El Salvador

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by: Forbes

The UK Must Not U-Turn On Climate Action

Britain has been a global leader in fighting climate change. Now, the Tory opposition is backtracking. Quitting climate commitments would be a disaster for the UK.

by: Politico

When will California see the money Prop 35 promised?

CASH SLOW — The powerful health care interests who put Proposition 35 on the ballot last November had a simple pitch for the complex initiative: a tax no voter paid would provide a long-awaited pay bump to doctors and hospitals who serve the state's lowest-income residents.

by: Bloomberg

Why Trump Wants Ukraine's Minerals and What's on Offer

US President Donald Trump said in mid-March that the deal to grab a share of Ukraine's natural resources would be signed "very shortly," as he continues to push for an end to Russia's three-year war in the country.

by: TheHyperHive

Elon Musk's Pentagon Visit: Major Talks on China and DOGE Reforms Revealed

Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur behind companies like Tesla and SpaceX, has recently become a central figure in discussions about U.S. national security and foreign relations. His visit to the Pentagon and ongoing involvement in the geopolitical landscape,

by: CNN

US Postal Service head DeJoy resigns

Louis DeJoy resigned from his role as head of the US Postal Service on Monday, leaving the independent government agency at a time when the 250-year old service faces calls for privatization and scrutiny from the Trump administration.

by: Axios

Top 4 takeaways from Trump Cabinet's explosive leak of Yemen war plans

President Trump's national security adviser accidentally invited the editor-in-chief of The Atlantic to a group text in which top officials debated highly sensitive plans for bombing Yemen, the magazine reported Monday.

by: HuffPost

Sen. Jon Ossoff Shreds A Massive Trump Hypocrisy In 'Cruelty And Chaos'-Slamming Speech

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by: Reuters

Explainer-What is Musk's DOGE, the secretive unit operating in the public eye?

U.S. President Donald Trump has regularly praised tech billionaire Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency for its role in cutting the size of the federal workforce and halting thousands of government programs and contracts.

by: CNN

Latest on Trump's legal battle over deportations and controversy around texted war plans

President Donald Trump continues to pursue his agenda, including a sweeping overhaul of the federal government, an immigration crackdown and attempts to secure a ceasefire deal in Ukraine. Follow for live updates.

by: MSN

Elon Musk wears ridiculous MAGA hat to cabinet meeting and name card exposes shady role

It was unclear if the title card was a deliberate communication in response to Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) current instability. A federal judge ruled on Monday that President Donald Trump's administration likely broke federal law by ...

by: Tagtik

Trump to curb Elon Musk's powers

Trump allies wonder if Elon Musk, head of the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), should continue giving so many interviews, as his statements often contradict those of the president. Donald Trump assured that his administration wouldn't touch Social Security,

by: Politico

DEI and the cyber workforce

As the anti-diversity, equity and inclusion movement continues to surge in the public and private sectors under the Trump administration, cybersecurity experts are worried this shift will harm the industry's efforts to recruit more diverse talent into the workforce.

by: Euronews

Federal employee to foreign asset? DOGE layoffs raise alarm over espionage threat to the US

US President Donald Trump and tech mogul Elon Musk's government cuts could provide an opportunity for China and Russia, security experts warn. View on euronews

by: Alternet

Resistance abroad: The surprising ways foreigners are sticking it to Trump and Musk

When the United States starts a trade war with your country, how do you fight back? For individuals, one option is to wage a personal trade war and boycott products from the US. President Donald Trump has said no nation will be exempt from his tariffs,

by: Reuters

Canadian election campaign limits government as more tariffs loom

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's decision to call for a snap election for April 28 could curtail his ability to respond forcefully if the United States carries out a threat to impose additional tariffs.

by: Reuters

Factbox-Where do legal cases against Trump's policies stand?

President Donald Trump's agenda has partially stalled in court as judges block his efforts to crack down on immigration and rein in Elon Musk's hunt for government fraud and waste, though the administration has scored some wins and is appealing its losses.

by: Reuters

Six year legal fight: how Istanbul's mayor became Erdogan's prime target

It was around six years ago, when newcomer Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu called election board officials "idiots" for cancelling his initial victory at the polls, that President Tayyip Erdogan noticed him as a serious political threat.
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by: Hespress

Report: Morocco ramps up solar energy efforts with big plans and key partnerships

Morocco is ramping up efforts to increase clean energy in its electricity mix through large-scale projects and stronger partnerships between the public and private sectors, according to a new report by British firm Solar Power Europe.

by: 9NEWS

Every single Aussie taxpayer to get tax cuts under $17b budget plan

Cost-of-living pain is front and centre in the 2025 budget and Australians earning any taxable income will soon recieve some "modest" relief.

by: WCAX

Bill calls to keep advertising money in Vermont

Both state lawmakers and media outlets alike want to keep Vermont's advertising dollars in-state. A bipartisan group of state leaders, including Lieutenant Governor John Rogers and Secretary of State Sarah Copelend-Hanzas,

by: TheHyperHive

Scientist Barred from Entering the U.S. Over Past Messages About Trump

A French scientist has been denied entry into the United States, reportedly due to past social media posts about former President Donald Trump. The decision has sparked debate over freedom of expression and international relations,

by: NDTV

How Donald Trump Is Inadvertently Helping The Liberals In Canada

Canada is set to go to polls on April 28 in what's emerging as a consequential and close election. The candidates have been given 36 days to campaign, the shortest allowed under the law.

by: IOL

South Africa must not go beg Donald Trump, says Greece's former finance minister Yanis Varoufakis

In the face of escalating tensions with the United States, Yanis Varoufakis urges South Africa to maintain its dignity and avoid seeking favour from Donald Trump.

by: dw

German Bundestag meets for first time since election

The German lower house of parliament, the Bundestag, is convening as coalition talks between the SPD and CDU continue. The 630 lawmakers are scheduled to elect a new parliamentary president.

by: Axios

Virginia colleges dismantle DEI programs after federal funding threat

Virginia universities and colleges are buckling under the threat of losing federal funding if they don't eliminate their diversity, equity and inclusion programs and policies. Why it matters: As conservatives celebrate the end of DEI,

by: Euronews

Argentina marks 49 years since military coup amid political tensions

On the 49th anniversary of Argentina's 1976 military coup, thousands gathered in Buenos Aires to honour victims and demand justice. View on euronews

by: Newsweek

Christians Send Warning Over Killings in Syria

Rights groups, such as the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR), have reported that recent killings on the coast were carried out by forces linked to the Syrian government as they cracked down on supporters of ousted President Bashar al-Assad, who was toppled in December 2024.

by: Euronews

Trump hints at automobile levies and exemptions on reciprocal tariffs

US President Donald Trump indicated that he would impose auto tariffs in the coming days, alongside a possibility of granting exemptions for some countries based on reciprocal tariffs. The comments triggered a sharp rebound in the US stock markets as investors expected a softened tariff stance.

by: MSN

Newfoundland Power reports no pricing errors after sifting through 7,500 bills, following public outcry

Newfoundland Power says a review of more than 7,500 customer bills found zero anomalies, and reiterated past comments that a colder and windier February is to blame for power bills that might be more expensive than usual. Newfoundland Power CEO Gary Murray ...

by: IOL

Julius Malema angers Donald Trump and Marco Rubio after chanting 'Kill the Boer' - US swings the door open for 'threatened' Afrikaners

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and President Donald Trump respond to Julius Malema's 'Kill the Boer' chant, raising concerns over South Africa's expropriation law and its impact on Afrikaners.

by: Euronews

Thousands of anti-government protesters continue demostrations in Istanbul over mayor's arrest

Ekrem Imamoglu, who was set to be Erdogan's main rival in the 2028 election, was formally arrested and charged with corruption. View on euronews

by: CNN

For Wisconsin liberals, upcoming Supreme Court race is first test of 'lessons learned'

"Fair maps, abortion, voting rights," is Lang's list. "It's not a seat we can afford to lose because if Republicans and conservatives gain control of the court, that's Elon Musk and that's a through line to the Trump agenda."

by: Newsweek

Trump's New Plans for Social Security 'Transparency' Revealed

The overhaul adds ID checks, slashes staff and raises fears of delays and privatization amid a new transparency push.

by: CNN

Dr. Susan Monarez named as Trump's pick to lead CDC

The White House is nominating Dr. Susan Monarez, the current acting director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, to lead the agency, President Donald Trump said Monday.

Resistance abroad: The surprising ways foreigners are sticking it to Trump and Musk

When the United States starts a trade war with your country, how do you fight back? For individuals, one option is to wage a personal trade war and boycott products from the US. President Donald Trump has said no nation will be exempt from his tariffs,

The article from MSN discusses various forms of international resistance against Donald Trump and Elon Musk, highlighting how their actions and policies have spurred global backlash. Trump's policies, particularly his immigration stance and environmental rollbacks, have led to protests and symbolic acts of defiance in countries like Mexico, where people have burned effigies of him, and in Europe, where his climate change denial has been met with scorn. Similarly, Elon Musk faces international criticism for his management of Tesla, his controversial statements, and his handling of Twitter, now known as X Corp. In Germany, Tesla's Gigafactory has been a focal point for environmental protests due to its impact on local ecosystems. In South Korea, Musk's comments on labor unions have led to public demonstrations. The article illustrates how both figures, through their influence and decisions, have become symbols of broader issues like climate change, workers' rights, and corporate accountability, prompting a diverse array of responses from international communities.

Read the Full AlterNet Article at:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/international-relations/resistance-abroad-the-surprising-ways-foreigners-are-sticking-it-to-trump-and-musk/ar-AA1Bxv5i