Fri, April 25, 2025

by: Reuters

Kosovo in political stalemate as parliament fails to elect speaker

Kosovo's parliament failed to elect a new speaker for the fourth time on Friday, prolonging a legislative crisis that has prevented efforts to form a new government more than two months after an inconclusive election. Under Kosovo's constitution, a parliamentary speaker must be voted in before the election winner can form a government, but without cross-party support that is proving difficult, and the stalemate has exposed deep divisions in Europe's newest state. In the February 9 parliamentary election, following an acrimonious campaign in which outgoing Prime Minister Albin Kurti called the opposition "animals" and "thieves", his Vetevendosje party came first but did not secure an outright majority.

by: BBC

Elon Musk: Has Doge really saved the US Government $2 trillion?

by: fingerlakes1

Musk's DOGE faces criticism over secrecy in federal overhaul | Fingerlakes1.com

by: WLRN

Ruth's List Florida's Catalyst Conference and Gala empowers Democratic women in politics

Ruth's List Florida, an influential statewide progressive political fundraising group, is hosting a conference April 26 in Miami, bringing together elected officials, community leaders and activists to promote and raise campaign dollars for Democratic pro-choice women in state and local offices.

by: ThePrint

US condemns China's 'misuse' of UN resolution at Security Council debate

Geneva [Switzerland], April 25 (ANI): US representative to the United Nations condemned the People's Republic of China (PRC) for "misusing" a 1971 UN resolution to prevent Taiwan from being included in the international organisation, as reported by Taipei Times. Taiwan's government expressed its appreciation for the criticism. Show Full According to Taipei Times, during […]

by: Forbes

Mamoru Oshii Takes A Swipe At Political Correctness, Sort Of

In a new interview with writer-director Mamoru Oshii, he seemingly has a go at the current spate of excessive political correctness, but it's not that straightforward.

by: YourTango

6 Ways To Handle Political Stress When You Hate What You See On The News

Maintain your peace when it feels like awful things just keep happening.
Thu, April 24, 2025

by: Forbes

How To Maintain Your Company's Core Message During Political Shifts

Whether you're advancing a legislative agenda or want to raise your company's profile in D.C., navigating political shifts requires balance and adaptability.

by: Patch

Salem Stops Twitter/X Account Use For Public Alerts, Updates

The city said municipal information will be shared on social media via Facebook, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky, and/or Nextdoor.

by: ThePrint

BJP's Nishikant said 'time to end' Articles 26 to 29 after Pahalgam attack. Here's what they say

After the attack, the four-time MP also targeted 'those who made Hindus second class citizens by giving more rights to Muslims' for vote bank politics.

by: 7NEWS

Queensland's key role in deciding the 2025 federal election

Its mix of marginal seats and growing political divisions make it a key factor, experts warn.

by: NewsNation

Gen Z leading political shift toward Republicans: Poll

If the trend continues, it could significantly reshape the future of U.S. politics.

by: CNN

March 25, 2025: Donald Trump presidency news | CNN Politics

National security adviser Mike Waltz said he took "full responsibility" for building the Signal group chat discussing war plans in Yemen that included a journalist.
Wed, April 23, 2025

by: BBC

Why the PM's being challenged on trans rights in Parliament

by: Moneycontrol

Throwback to when Thalapathy Vijay's 'Thalaivaa' created political chaos and why

Thalapathy Vijay's Thalaivaa made headlines beyond cinema in 2013, caught in political crossfire over its controversial tagline. Though released worldwide, its Tamil Nadu and Puducherry debut was stalled by bomb threats and political backlash.

by: KUTV

Americans turn off political news post-election, citing mental exhaustion and overload

About two-thirds of American adults say they have recently felt the need to limit media consumption about politics and government because of overload.

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | Women in NJ are underrepresented in elected office | Season 2023

They make up 51% of population, hold 30% of elected positions, report says

by: NDTV

"Not Time For Partisan Politics": Congress' Unity Message After J&K Attack

Sending out an important message of unity after the dastardly massacre in Pahalgam, the Congress on Wednesday said this is not a time for partisan politics and signalled it will stand with the government to bring the terrorists to justice.

by: ThePrint

Post Pahalgam attack, BJP MP Nishikant Dubey says scrap freedom to manage religious affairs clause

In a post on X, Dubey targeted 'secular leaders' & called for an end to Articles 26 to 29 of the Constitution. This follows a recent row over his remarks against the SC.

by: Reason

Trump Abuses Government Power To Punish Democrats' Law Firms

Misuse of government power by politicians to punish their enemies ... the firms all engaged in partisan litigation and legal shenanigans targeted at Trump and his allies. But in politics, especially in the unhealthy culture of Washington, D.C., that's ...

by: CNN

Tempers flare as few Republicans hold in-person town halls | CNN Politics

Republicans faced frustrated constituents at town hall meetings Tuesday, offering a glimpse at the building anger over Donald Trump's sweeping overhaul of the federal government among portions of the electorate — and, in the face of it, the deference GOP lawmakers continue to show the president.
Tue, April 22, 2025

by: TribLive

College presidents condemn 'unprecedented government overreach' by Trump administration

Presidents of more than 150 U.S. colleges and universities, including six in Pennsylvania, co-signed a letter condemning what they called "unprecedented government overreach and political interference" by the federal government.

by: MassLive

Elon Musk could soon leave DOGE because of 'nasty and unethical attacks'

Criticism from one faction on the political spectrum could push Elon Musk to leave his position overseeing DOGE.

by: WESH

Morgan details new political strategy, may run for governor

"So many people are asking me to run," local attorney John Morgan told WESH 2 News

by: deseret

New poll: Utahns back Gov. Cox and Legislature, but support is waning among these voters

Cox reversed his longtime position on Trump following the July assassination attempt

by: dw

India: How polarized politics affects West Bengal violence

Observers say communal tensions between Hindus and Muslims in India's West Bengal state are being used for political leverage by rival parties.Tensions over an amendment expanding Indian government control over Muslim religious properties has spiralled into violence in India's West Bengal state.

by: Euractiv

Pope's death: what's next for the Jubilee - and could Its kawaii mascot outlive it?

In today's edition of The Capitals, read about Germany's climate conservatives giving 'green' a patriotic rebrand, a Czech church in spa town being linked to a Kremlin kompromat campaign, and so much more.

by: PBS

NJ Spotlight News | Rutgers professor: Netanyahu is a 'great political survivor' | Season 2023

Interview: Michael Boyle, associate professor of political science

by: Politico

Cuomo lacks interest in 'actual governing,' longtime foe argues in new book

Former Syracuse Mayor Stephanie Miner's tale of urban politics presents Cuomo as an obstacle against smart policy.

by: Reuters

New Zealand government's minority party introduces bill to define gender as biological

Minority coalition partner New Zealand First introduced a bill to parliament on Tuesday that if enacted would define women and men by their biology, preventing trans women and men being recognised by law. The populist New Zealand First member's bill is a longshot to become law as it has to be selected at random from a ballot and then garner majority support in parliament. Zealand First leader Winston Peters said in a statement that laws should reflect biological reality and provide legal certainty.

by: 7NEWS

INSIDE MEDIA: Anthony Albanese's big sporting lie revealed

The Prime Minister has been caught out deceiving Australians about their access to sport on TV under his government.

by: CNN

NightCaps: Original movie edition | CNN Politics

Ryan Coogler's "Sinners," a different take on a vampire movie, won the box office in its opening weekend. Abby Phillip and her NewsNight panelists weigh in with their own ideas for an original movie.
Mon, April 21, 2025

by: Newsday

More outcry over Sen. Chuck Schumer's vote for Republican spending bill

Laura Figueroa Hernandez is the White House correspondent and previously covered New York City politics and government. She joined Newsday in 2012 after covering state and local politics for The ...

by: Politico

How To Pitch POLITICO Magazine

We publish both original reporting and distinctive opinion journalism that illuminate the people, ideas and institutions that matter most in American politics and government. We're much less ...

by: WLRN

ICE has broad power to detain and arrest noncitizens - but is still bound by constitutional limits

News reports of noncitizens being unexpectedly detained have dominated headlines recently. Those being detained include noncitizens who hold lawful permanent residency status.

by: MSN

Trump and Francis, both elected as outsiders, sparred from afar on policy and diverged on leadership style

Both also sought dramatic changes to the institutions they ran: the sprawling federal government for Trump ... The meeting was not entirely devoid of politics. The pope presented Trump a copy of his influential encyclical document on preserving the ...

by: Reuters

US to impose visa restrictions on over 250 Nicaragua government officials

The United States will impose visa restrictions on more than 250 officials of the Nicaraguan government of President Daniel Ortega, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Friday, citing human rights abuses.

by: Yahoo

'I don't care about the politics. This is wrong.': Congressman rebukes Trump's immigration agenda

Rep. Suhas Subramanyam joins The Weekend to react to the Supreme Court's decision to halt some deportations under the Alien Enemies Act.

by: Insider

In an Easter post, Trump said the businessmen who've criticized his tariffs are bad at both business and politics

Business leaders initially criticized Trump's sweeping tariffs, though some expressed relief when the president introduced a 90-day pause.
Sun, April 20, 2025

by: BBC

Canada's 'regular' homes now cost millions. Can a new government fix it?

Housing has taken a backseat in Canada's election to Donald Trump's tariffs, but advocates argue the affordability crisis is just as disruptive.

by: KTXL

Inside California Politics: April 19, 2025

(INSIDE CALIFORNIA POLITICS) — This week on Inside California Politics, Loyola Law School Professor Jessica Levinson joined FOX40 to discuss Califronia's chances of success in its lawsuit against the federal government over the way the tariffs were imposed. Political reporter Eytan Wallace explains why Newsom is taking a more public role in this lawsuit compared […]

by: CNN

Van Hollen responds to Newsom: Anyone not willing to 'fight for the Constitution doesn't deserve to lead' | CNN Politics

After Gov. Gavin Newsom called the Kilmar Abrego Garcia deportation case a "distraction," Democratic Sen. Chris Van Hollen tells CNN's Dana Bash that voters are "tired" of "politicians who just put their finger to the wind."

by: ThePrint

NC afraid of talking about Article 370, running BJP agenda: PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti

Rajouri/Jammu, Apr 20 (PTI) PDP president Mehbooba Mufti on Sunday launched a scathing attack on the National Conference, claiming that the ruling party is afraid of talking about Article 370 and is running the BJP agenda in Jammu and Kashmir. She asked the people to strengthen her party as "it not only wants to become […]

by: rnz

Leaked 'working paper' on New Caledonia's political future sparks concern

However, the French government's Minister for Overseas says the document is not a "unilateral position".

by: AFP

'Pandora's box': alarm bells in Indonesia over rising military role

Greater military influence in government, reporters under threat and a stuttering economy -- Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's first six months in power have triggered alarm bells for activists worried about a return to the country's authoritarian roots.After Prabowo appointed government representatives to kickstart discussions of the law in parliament in February, former president Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono said it used to be "taboo" for military personnel to enter .
Sat, April 19, 2025

by: Forbes

Politics And The Perils Of AI: Exacerbating Social Divides In Canada

AI's promise to enhance human capabilities and improve outcomes threatens to create a two-tiered society. Throw in a new U.S. GOP administration and newly conservative Canadian government spells a recipe for disaster.

by: CNN

Trump says Powell will resign 'if I ask him to' | CNN Politics

President Donald Trump continued to urge Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to lower interest rates and warned of "political pressure" facing Powell if the Fed continues to hold rates steady.

by: MassLive

It will take unselfish, coordinated resistance to counter Trump | Paul Chiampa

It is going to take collective actions by a lot of disparate groups to bring this government to its senses.

Pope's death: what's next for the Jubilee - and could Its kawaii mascot outlive it?

In today's edition of The Capitals, read about Germany's climate conservatives giving 'green' a patriotic rebrand, a Czech church in spa town being linked to a Kremlin kompromat campaign, and so much more.

The article from Euractiv discusses the implications of Pope Benedict XVI's death on the upcoming Jubilee Year in 2025, a significant event for the Catholic Church that traditionally attracts millions of pilgrims to Rome. The Jubilee, themed around hope, is expected to proceed as planned despite the Pope's passing, with the Vatican emphasizing continuity and the event's spiritual importance. Additionally, the article touches on the unique aspect of the Jubilee's promotional campaign, featuring a "kawaii" (Japanese-style cute) mascot named "Jubilino," designed to appeal to younger audiences and potentially outlive the event itself as a cultural icon. The piece also briefly covers other European political news, including developments in France, Germany, and Italy, but the focus remains on the religious and cultural aspects of the Jubilee and its mascot.

Read the Full Euractiv Article at:
https://www.euractiv.com/section/politics/news/the-capitals-popes-death-whats-next-for-the-jubilee-and-could-its-kawaii-mascot-outlive-it/