Sun, March 30, 2025

by: IOL

Editor's Note: April's economic dilemma: South Africa's Budget vote and Trump's tariffs

April brings critical economic challenges for South Africa in 2025, highlighted by a pivotal Budget vote and looming tariffs from the US. As the nation grapples with financial strain and political discord,

by: Axios

The Trump 2.0 resistance: Alive, but evolved

The resistance of 2025 may not be wearing a pink knitted cap — but it's alive in town halls, streets, campuses and car dealerships across the country. The big picture: If the 2017 Women's March heralded a new era of protest,

by: KHOU

Republican congressman says federal cuts won't undermine public health, even as Texas battles measles outbreak

MCKINNEY, Texas — While Texas continues to address a growing measles outbreak, now at 327 cases, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced a "dramatic restructuring," cutting 20,000 employees, with half of them being fired.

by: GhanaWeb

How Gen Afrifa predicted his death in a letter to Col Acheampong in 1977

Before the tragic and 'gruesome' murder of General Akwasi Amankwa Afrifa in 1979 by firing squad, the senior military officer predicted his own death in a letter to a colleague in 1977.

by: Euronews

Syria swears in new transitional government on the eve of Eid-al-Fitr

Nearly four months after the ousting of 24-year President Bashar al-Assad, Syria has announced a new government, kickstarting a five-year transitional period that aims to restore stability and peace to a country that has endured more than a decade of war.

by: dw

Syria's interim president forms new transitional government

Syria swore in its new transitional government on Saturday, after interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa appointed 23 ministers in a religiously and ethnically mixed Cabinet.Syria' s interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has sworn in a new transitional Cabinet that replaced the caretaker authorities in place since the ouster of longtime ruler Bashar Assad

by: LAist

From LA to Seattle to Miami, anti-Musk protesters gather at hundreds of Tesla locations

by: eadaily

"Why Gagauzia didn't rise": publicist Josu about the inferiority of politics for money

The phrase belongs to Hegel: "History repeats itself twice: the first time in the form of a tragedy, the second in the form of a farce."

by: BBC

Will defence spending help businesses boom?

A Labour MP has said investment in defence announced by Chancellor Rachel Reeves could directly benefit small businesses in the north-east of England. Alan Strickland, who represents Newton Aycliffe and Spennymoor, recently led a debate on the issue, highlighting the work of small technology firms across the region.

by: Newsday

Health care providers on Long Island brace for large cuts in federal Medicaid funding

Long Island health care providers say they are bracing for the financial impact of anticipated cuts to Medicaid as the Republican majority in Congress works on sweeping legislation to make 2017 tax cuts permanent.

by: CNN

Trump is using the power of government to punish opponents. They're struggling to respond

President Donald Trump is using the power of the federal government to intimidate or neuter potential sources of opposition to him: The legal establishment, academia and prominent cultural institutions,

by: ABC10

Demonstrators rally against federal workforce cuts, urge Tesla boycott

Protesters gathered in Rocklin and Mather on Saturday to rally against federal job cuts, criticizing the influence of Elon Musk and former President Donald Trump on policies they say are harming workers and public services.

by: Hespress

Syria interim president announces formation of new government

Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa announced the formation of a new government late Saturday, reaffirming his commitment to "building a strong and stable state." Day to day affairs in Syria have been administered by a ministerial team since president Bashar al-Assad was ousted by Islamist rebels on December 8.

by: WTHR

Indiana Rep. Victoria Spartz fields questions from vocal crowd at Muncie town hall

Rep. Spartz used most of the town hall to address questions on cutting government spending, federal cuts from DOGE, health care and immigration.

by: UPI

Trump, Canada's Carney agree to hold economic, security negotiations

President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney agreed to negotiate trade and security agreements amid a trade war between the neighboring nations and longtime allies.

by: Reuters

Qatar hosts talks between Congo and Rwanda, also meets with rebels, sources say

(Reuters) -Qatari mediators hosted a second round of talks on Friday between Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda, and separately met representatives of the Rwandan-backed rebellion waging an insurgency in eastern Congo,

by: Futurism

Musk Says Government Will "Go After" Tesla Critics

Recent waves of Tesla protests and vandalism have drawn attention to the growing discontent among US taxpayers of all stripes. While Elon Musk and Donald Trump slash through federal government jobs and social welfare programs,

by: Mint

Can Donald Trump be elected as US President for a third term? What forbids him and what are his other options

As Donald Trump hints at a potential third presidential run, we delve into the constitutional barriers, including the 22nd Amendment, and the complexities of pursuing such a strategy. Could he leverage the vice-presidency to reclaim the White House,

by: WGAL

Manheim Township residents fear loss of school resources under executive order

In Lancaster County, a school community is calling for action in response to President Trump's recent executive order calling for the dismantling of the Department of Education.

by: Insider

I attended 2 Tesla Takedown protests in Michigan. The generation that showed up was the one I least expected.

At Tesla Takedown protests in Michigan hundreds of people gathered to voice their concerns about the new administration.
Sat, March 29, 2025

by: WMBB

Who is Trevor Milton, the startup founder and donor pardoned by Trump

Milton said Thursday in a post on social platform X that he spoke to Trump over the phone and that he signed his pardon of "innocence."

by: Cryptopolitan

The US is asking EU companies to comply with Trump's anti-DEI order

by: Today

Utah becomes first state to ban LGBTQ+ pride flags in schools and government buildings

Starting in May, state or local government buildings will be fined $500 a day for flying any flag other than the United States flag, the Utah state flag, military flags or a short list of others approved by lawmakers.

by: MarketWatch

That Elon Musk event on Fox News revealed MAGA's snafu fears

If Elon Musk's interview on Thursday night with Fox News's Bret Baier is any guide, the answer is: plenty. The first sign of trouble was that the interview even took place. You'd think Musk and seven other senior members of the "Department of Government Efficiency,

by: Newsweek

Gavin Newsom Sparks Backlash After Calling Democrats 'Toxic'

California's Democratic governor made his blistering remark during an interview with "Real Time" host Bill Maher.

by: rnz

Mixed media messages on green shoots and dire data

Are our media confusing us with claims about "green shoots" in the economy - while also reporting every bit of "dire data"?

by: UPI

Utah first U.S. state to ban Pride flags in schools, government buildings

Utah became the first state in the country to ban flying the LGBTQ Pride flag in all public school and government buildings, after Gov. Spencer Cox let the bill pass into law.

by: RealClearPolitics

Bill Maher: NPR Is Crazy Far-Left, We're Past The Age Where Government Needs To Subsidize News Outlets

HBO 'Real Time' host Bill Maher railed against National Public Radio for its "crazy left-wing" bias and questioned if the government needs to fund such an organization in 2025. BILL MAHER: Okay, all right.

by: MiBolsilloColombia

Social Security prepares increases in April due to elimination of the WEP and GPO

In a groundbreaking move, the Biden administration has enacted a measure that will significantly increase Social Security benefits for certain recipients starting in April.

by: CNN

Trump administration targets US Institute of Peace with mass Friday firings

Employees at the United States Institute of Peace received termination letters Friday evening as the Trump administration continues to reimagine the role of the US abroad and dramatically dismantle key parts of the federal government through the Department of Government Efficiency.

by: THV11

US judge blocks mass firings at Voice of America

The judge issued a temporary restraining order barring from "any further attempt to terminate, reduce-in-force, place on leave, or furlough" employees or contractors

by: Nordot

Hundreds of thousands protest in Istanbul over Erdo?an rival jailing

Hundreds of thousands of people in Istanbul joined one of the biggest demonstrations in recent Turkish history on Saturday to protest against the government and the controversial imprisonment of deposed mayor Ekrem Ä°mamoÄŸlu.

by: Benzinga

Trump Signs Executive Order to Combat Crime and Toughen Immigration Enforcement in Washington D.C.

President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order aimed at cracking down on crime and boosting immigration enforcement in the District of Columbia. The order establishes the "D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force,

by: Kiplinger

Congressional Republicans Tackle Trump's Agenda

Tax cuts and border security First up is a tax cuts and border security bill that Republicans hope to pass this summer. The bill would extend the 2017 tax cuts that expire at year-end. A hike to the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap likely will be included,

by: MSNBC

Ahead of Tesla protests, Musk threatens his company's critics

Elon Musk issued his threats on Fox News ahead of planned protests, saying Trump will punish those who spread "lies and propaganda."

by: Mediaite

Fox Hosts Torch Karen Bass and LA 'Wacko Policies' After Handful of Rebuild Permits Approved MONTHS After Fire

Fox & Friends hosts tore into Karen Bass and LA's "wacko policies" after a handful of rebuild permits were approved months after the Pacific Palisades fire. The post Fox Hosts Torch Karen Bass and LA 'Wacko Policies' After Handful of Rebuild Permits Approved MONTHS After Fire first appeared on Mediaite.

by: RochesterFirst

Protest outside Tesla following tariffs, government cuts

Outrage over tariffs, government cuts, and layoffs brought protesters out to a Tesla dealership late Friday afternoon in Henrietta on W Henrietta Road. Tesla's largest shareholder is Elon Musk who's faced plenty of criticism lately for actions taken as part of the Department of Government Efficiency.

by: TAG24

US vaccine chief jumps ship over Robert F. Kennedy's "misinformation and lies"

The top US vaccine official resigned on Friday, citing the "misinformation and lies" he said were being peddled by the incoming health secretary.

by: Alternet

How the Republican divide in deep red South Dakota backfired and led to wins for Dems

Six South Dakota lawmakers — three Democrats and three Republicans — celebrated bipartisan accomplishments Thursday at an annual democracy conference, including their efforts to stop what one legislator called an influx of "bad bills" from reaching the governor's desk.

by: SaltWire

COMMENTARY: The cult of DOGE and hollowing out of the state

It has long been believed that the ideal functioning of a competitive free market system will always lead to efficient outcomes. In fact, it is traced back to Adam Smith's theory of the invisible hand.

by: Euronews

Turkey arrests Swedish journalist over 'insulting the president' and 'terrorism'

Reporters Without Borders condemned the arrest and criticised what they call the erosion in press freedom in Turkey. View on euronews

by: WTHR

Utah schools, government buildings will soon be fined if they fly this flag

Gov. Cox said he agreed with the "underlying intent" of the bill to make classrooms politically neutral but thought it went too far in regulating local governments.

by: FOX40

CA Safe Schools and Places of Worship Act Advances

A proposed change to state law could add more consequences for those who make threats against certain institutions. Under current law, it is a crime to make violent threats against a specific person at a school or house of worship.

by: Regtechtimes

JD Vance Warns of Rising Danger as China and Russia Eye Greenland

The Vice President of the United States, JD Vance, recently made a high-profile visit to Greenland, where he raised serious concerns about foreign powers eyeing the Arctic region. Speaking at a military base,

by: Bloomberg

RFK Jr. Seeks to Ban Soda Buying With Food Stamps in Health Push

US Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined West Virginia's governor, Patrick Morrisey, on Friday in declaring the latest front in their war on unhealthy foods.

by: Newspoint

Explained: First 4, then 3 and now 2%, how much did the salary of government employees increase..

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 28 approved a 2 percent increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) for central employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners. Now the dearness allowance of central employees will increase from 53 percent to 55 percent.

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.
Fri, March 28, 2025

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.

WHO proposing to cut jobs and slash budget by a fifth, memo shows

The World Health Organization (WHO) is proposing to reduce staff numbers and the scale of its work as it slashes its budget by just over one fifth due to the impact of U.S. funding cuts, according to an internal memo seen by Reuters.

The World Health Organization (WHO) is planning significant budget cuts and job reductions, as outlined in an internal memo. The organization aims to reduce its budget by 20% and cut around 150 jobs, primarily in its Geneva headquarters, to address a projected $300 million deficit. This financial strategy includes a hiring freeze, reducing staff costs, and cutting back on travel and meetings. The WHO's financial difficulties stem from a shortfall in member state contributions, with the U.S. being the largest contributor. These measures are part of a broader effort to manage finances more stringently, with the possibility of further cuts if funding does not improve.

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https://www.msn.com/en-us/politics/government/who-proposing-to-cut-jobs-and-slash-budget-by-a-fifth-memo-shows/ar-AA1BTMrm


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