• Fri, March 28, 2025

by: MindaNews

CRUCIBLE: Gravitas and the lack of it

Fasting of Muslims in the Philippines went quite well until the 11th of Ramadan 1446 when former President Rodrigo

by: Cryptopolitan

Senator Bernie Moreno calls former SEC Chair Gary Gensler "one of the stupidest people in government"

by: TAG24

Trump orders ideological purge of Smithsonian museums and zoo

President Donald Trump signed an executive order Thursday to remove so-called "improper ideology" from the famed Smithsonian Museums and the National Zoo.

by: LBC

Judges reject government's request to change 'corrosive' sentencing rules as 'two-tier justice' row erupts

Judges have rejected demands by the Justice Secretary to drop their "two-tier" sentencing rules in an escalating row between the judiciary and the Government.

by: techUK

Oral Evidence Review on the Government's Efforts to tack Violence Against Women and Girls

On Monday 17 March, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) held an oral evidence review session, inquiring the Government's efforts to tackle violence against women and girls (VAWG).

by: MSN

As years pass, withdrawn bills list grows and grows

Novstrup said he brought HB 1233 because he had been told that state government intended to stop paying for cochlear implants for children who have hearing difficulties. A former lawmaker, Democrat Paul Dennert, had brought the original cochlear-implant ...

by: Mint

US Vice President JD Vance and senior officials visit American military base in Greenland

US Vice President JD Vance and officials visited a military base in Greenland on March 28. Vance noted he was the first vice president to visit the island country

by: CNBC

Hillary Clinton blasts Trump, officials over Signal text mess: 'Stupidity' and 'hypocrisy'

Hillary Clinton excoriated President Donald Trump and his administration for their handling of the leak of U.S. military attack plans to The Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg, who was accidentally added to a Signal app text thread with other top officials.

by: briefly

Julius Malema taunts Donald Trump and Elon Musk, celebrates ConCourt ruling about Kill the Boer song

Julius Malema taunted Donald Trump and Elon Musk after the Constitutional Court ruled in his favour when it came to the singing of the Kill the Boer chant.

by: SaltWire

LETTER: Vote to ensure a more just and equitable Canada

Canadians go to the polls on April 28. Who should they vote for? The upcoming Canadian election is among the most important in its history as a result of existential threats coming from the United States.

by: KCUR

Brian Platt is out after 4 years. How normal is it for Kansas City to fire its city manager?

Brian Platt joined six other former city managers who have been ousted by KansasCity Council. In fact, city managers are nearly as likely to be fired — or pressured to resign — as they are to leave on their own terms.

by: Fortune

Putin says it's 'a profound mistake' to treat Trump's push for Greenland and its vast deposits of rare minerals as 'some preposterous talk'

President Donald Trump has made U.S. control of Greenland a pillar of his second term's burgeoning foreign policy.

by: Euronews

German coalition talks reach next level as CDU and SPD negotiations intensify

CDU leader and Germany's most likely next chancellor Friedrich Merz said there are still "some hurdles ahead," but remains confident that the parties will manage to come to agreem

by: Reuters

South Sudan government says arrested Vice President Machar will be investigated

South Sudan's First Vice President Riek Machar is under arrest and will be investigated, the country's information minister said on Friday, raising the risk that the rift between Machar and President Salva Kiir could plunge the nation back into war.

by: WTOV

Ohio House DOGE Caucus aims to cut waste and reform property tax system

As Elon Musk's DOGE program continues to make cuts at the federal level, a similar type of program could be making its way to Ohio.Based on the federal governme

by: Mediaite

Two More Law Firms Targeted by Trump File Lawsuits Against His 'Unprecedented and Unconstitutional' Executive Orders

On Friday, two more firms joined Perkins Coie on the front lines of this battle against the White House, filing their own lawsuits staunchly defending their First Amendment rights and rights to defend their clients.

by: TheWrap

Hillary Clinton: 2nd Trump Administration Is 'Dumb and Dangerous'

Hillary Clinton blasted the second Trump administration for being "dumb and dangerous" in a scathing op-ed in The New York Times on Friday. "The Trump approach is dumb power," Clinton wrote. "Instead of a strong America using all our strengths to lead the world and confront our adversaries,

by: Newsweek

One in Five Americans Want Their State to Secede and Join Canada: Poll

A new Leger poll revealed that 20 percent of Americans said they wanted their state to join Canada and secede from the union.

by: IOL

Government and AfriForum's farm murder statistics dispute escalates amid US tensions

AfriForum has strongly refuted claims made by Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni that the organisation conceded to misrepresenting farm murder statistics during a recent meeting with SAPS. The civil rights group describes the minister's statements as 'deliberate lies' intended to undermine progress made in discussions about rural safety concerns.

by: Alternet

'Absurd and unlawful': JD Vance slams Denmark to promote Trump's Greenland takeover bid

Vice President JD Vance traveled to Greenland to promote President Donald Trump's claim that America has to have the Danish territory—and that Greenlanders would be more secure under U.S. protection.

by: CNN

Justice Sonia Sotomayor says she's worried about declining standards and broken norms

Justice Sonia Sotomayor, the most senior liberal on the Supreme Court, advocated for a "fearlessly independent" judiciary during remarks Friday, telling an audience in Washington that she is worried about "standards that are being changed.

by: WWLP

Healey OKs remote and hybrid meeting extension

Gov. Maura Healey moved Friday to extend COVID-era remote and hybrid meeting allowances for public bodies until mid-2027, avoiding their potential expiration next week.

by: NewsNation

Trump's push for Greenland is '100% about Russia and China': Carla Sands

President Trump continues to express interest in the U.S. gaining control of Greenland, citing foreign threats. Carla Sands, the former U.S. ambassador to Denmark and Greenland, says having control of that country is about countering China and Russia.

by: wjla

Jobless federal workers share their frustrations and fears in the wake of massive cuts

For the past few weeks thousands of federal employees in the DMV and around the nation have lost their jobs as the Trump administration downsizes.

by: NWAhomepage

Debunking Real ID with Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration

With the deadline to apply for a Real ID approaching in May, KNWA/FOX24 spoke with the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration to learn more about these federally issued IDs.

by: BBC

Trump and Carney hold first call amid ongoing tariff war

The US president vowed that the two would meet as soon as Canada's upcoming election is over.

by: WGRZ

Ryan and Scanlon campaigns trade accusations of unethical actions; mayoral race intensifies

The campaign for acting mayor Chris Scanlon is alleging that Sean Ryan improperly transferred funds from his senate accounts to "evade contribution limits."

by: RealClearPolitics

"Signal-gate" and the Zeitgeist of Trump 2.0

This week, we saw the first real scandal of President Trump's second term. It came quickly - a mere two months in - but this conforms to the zeitgeist of Trump 2.0. This crowd is doing everything, good and bad,

by: Slate

It's a Powerful Force in American Politics. Your 401(k) Depends On It. It's Complete Nonsense.

If you are a person who reads the news, you are a crypto news consumer, because in this new American moment, the people heading the crypto industry are very powerful and never sto

by: Yahoo

I expected to be embarrassed and outraged by Trump. Instead, I feel lucky. | Opinion

Two months into President Donald Trump's second term, I had expected to be embarrassed and outraged. But I'm not. I'm pleasantly surprised.

by: Newsweek

Republican State Bans MAGA and Pride Flags at Schools, Government Buildings

The new Utah law states that only a handful of flags like the American flag are allowed to be displayed in government buildings and schools, the AP reported.

by: Reuters

Supporters and detractors of Philippines' Duterte rally on his 80th birthday

Tens of thousands of supporters of arrested former President Rodrigo Duterte flooded the streets of Davao City on his 80th birthday on Friday, calling for his return to the Philippines from International Criminal Court custody.

by: CNN

Trump presidency latest: Vance's Greenland visit, Signal chat scandal and tariffs fallout

Vice President JD Vance, second lady Usha Vance and other Trump officials are visiting Greenland today as the US president continues to move ahead with his domestic agenda back at home. Follow here for the latest live news updates.

by: Euronews

Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan sign historic border agreement after decades of disputes

Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon and Kyrgyzstan's President Sadyr Japarov ratified the deal on 13 March in Bishkek. View on euronews

by: briefly

Julius Malema mocks Donald Trump and Elon Musk, celebrates ConCourt ruling about Kill the Boer song

Julius Malema mocked Donald Trump and Elon Musk after the Constitutional Court ruled in his favour when it came to the singing of the Kill the Boer chant.

by: SaltWire

THE WRAP: Winning downtown, election promises all around and Trump's tax on toilet paper

Promises, promises Mark Carney won't tell anyone where he's going until the last minute, and Pierre Poilievre won't let reporters anywhere near him, but both managed to make some promises in the campaign's first week that land well in Atlantic Canada.

by: Mediaite

'This Is Just Dumb!' Hillary Clinton Torches 'Slash-And-Burn' Trump Admin in Scathing NYT Op-Ed

Former State Secretary Hillary Clinton torched President Donald Trump's "slash-and-burn" administration as "feeble" and "dumb" while mocking the Signalgate scandal that saw military plans shared on a commercial group chat that accidentally included a journalist.

by: Reuters

Trump says he had productive call with Canadian PM Carney

U.S. President Donald Trump said he had a productive call on Friday with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and that the two leaders would meet after Canada's election, which is scheduled for next month amid increased tensions between the neighboring allies.

by: Newsweek

Republican State Bans MAGA Flags at Schools, Government Buildings

Utah's law prohibiting LGBTQ+ pride flags from being displayed at schools also applies to MAGA flags, reported the AP.

by: CNN

Trump targets 'improper ideology' at the Smithsonian in latest effort to reshape the arts and history

President Donald Trump is extending his efforts to influence American cultural and artistic institutions to the Smithsonian Institution - a sprawling organization that encompasses the National Zoo and

by: Newsweek

Social Security: Senator Warns Elon Musk, Trump Can Make 'Backdoor' Cuts

Senator Elizabeth Warren, a Democrat from Massachusetts, has warned that President Donald Trump and Elon Musk 's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) could make "backdoor" cuts to Social Security. Newsweek has contacted the Social Security Administration (SSA) and Warren's office for comment via email.

by: Reuters

Jenner & Block sues U.S. government following Trump executive order

The law firm Jenner & Block sued the U.S. government on Friday, after President Donald Trump issued an executive order suspending security clearances for its lawyers and restricting access to government buildings,

by: CNN

Law firms with ties to politics and Mueller probe take Trump to court over his executive order

Two law firms targeted by President Donald Trump's executive orders - Jenner & Block and WilmerHale - filed lawsuits Friday as the legal industry continues to grapple with the unprecedented attacks from the White House.

by: Reuters

Greenland parties announce broad coalition government amid Trump pressure

Greenland's Democrats and three more parties announced a government coalition agreement on Friday, just hours before a visit by U.S. Vice President JD Vance to the Arctic island that President Donald Trump has expressed interest in acquiring.

by: CNN

A warning sign flares as the Trump White House refuses to moderate its shock politics

But a sudden interruption in her ascent reveals warning signs for the White House and caps a tough week in which the inevitable reverberations of President Donald Trump's political shock therapy began to threaten his agenda.

by: CNN

Law firm with ties to politics and Mueller probe takes Trump to court over his executive order

The large law firm Jenner & Block is suing the Trump administration over an executive order that blocks its lawyers from doing some business with the federal government because of its history in politics and ties to the Mueller investigation.
  • Sat, March 29, 2025

by: Reuters

Indiana Republican lawmaker's town hall a crowd-fest of boos and jeers as she defends Trump spending cuts

Boos, jeers and choruses of "do your job" greeted U.S. Representative Victoria Spartz at a town hall on Friday in her Indiana congressional district as she defended sweeping cuts across the federal government,

by: Reuters

US says it expects Lebanese government to disarm militant groups

The U.S. State Department said on Friday Israel was defending itself from rocket attacks that came from Lebanon and that it was incumbent upon the Lebanese government to disarm militant groups such as Hezbollah.

CRUCIBLE: Gravitas and the lack of it

Fasting of Muslims in the Philippines went quite well until the 11th of Ramadan 1446 when former President Rodrigo
The article "Crucible: Gravitas and the lack of it" by Julkipli Wadi, published on Mindanews, discusses the concept of gravitas, or the quality of having weight, dignity, and seriousness, in the context of leadership and public figures. Wadi reflects on how gravitas is essential for leaders to command respect and trust, particularly in times of crisis or when making significant decisions. He critiques the current political landscape, suggesting that many leaders today lack this crucial attribute, often engaging in trivial pursuits or failing to exhibit the necessary depth in their public roles. The piece also touches on historical and cultural perspectives on leadership, contrasting past leaders known for their gravitas with contemporary figures who might prioritize popularity over substance. Wadi argues that the absence of gravitas in leadership not only undermines the credibility of those in power but also affects the governance and societal values at large.

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