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2 days, 17 hours ago

Who is the politician at the center of the latest Chinese influence scandal?

LA Times

An Arcadia City Council member is the fiancée of a man charged by federal prosecutors this week with acting as an illegal agent for the Chinese government by attempting to influence local politicians, according to court records and interviews. “He’s been very active in Southern California for a long time.” Residents said Sun threw and promoted numerous events in the …

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5 days ago

As a ‘cuspy Waspi’ woman, I have another reason to be furious with Labour’s pensions betrayal

The Independent

I’ve always been pleased that I was born at the end of the Fifties. The final blow came yesterday when the work and pensions secretary Liz Kendall announced that we would get no compensation from the government for the changes, despite previous support from Labour politicians who backed the Women Against State Pension Inequality campaign. The first plan to change …

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5 days, 5 hours ago

Justin Trudeau’s fall from grace shows politics is an ugly game

The Independent

When Justin Trudeau became the Canadian prime minister in 2015, people were still using that thing called Facebook. Dubbed “Gucci Helle” by critics due to her stylish wardrobe and slick MO, Thorning-Schmidt’s leadership faced constant scrutiny over perceptions of elitism. open image in gallery The Canadian prime minister during a news conference in 2021 It all highlights the uncomfortable reality …

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5 days, 17 hours ago

Aggression and intimidation against local government officials has decreased since 2022

NL Times

Local administrators and politicians dealt with aggression and intimidation slightly less often last year than in 2022. A noticeable fact was that the politicians and administrators were insulted less often: from 45 percent in 2022 to 41 percent last year. “If representatives of the people do not feel free to make decisions, then that affects the heart of our democracy.” …

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5 days, 17 hours ago

San Diego politicians want to block Trump deportations. The sheriff refuses, sparking immigration battle

LA Times

Pedro Rios of the American Friends Service Committee tidies up the area located near a tent containing food and supplies used to comfort and aid people crossing the U.S.-Mexico border. San Diego County Sheriff Kelly Martinez said her office won’t comply with the county’s policy and would continue to notify U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials when some people not …

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6 days, 10 hours ago

'India was just an ally, nothing more...': Bangladeshi politicians fume over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post

India TV News

Dhaka: Bangladeshi politicians including the ministers in the Muhammad Yunus-led interim government, fumed over the social media post of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who called Vijay Diwas "India’s historic victory in 1971". Bangladeshi politicians protest against PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post However, Asif Nazrul, law adviser to Muhammad Yunus, protested against PM Modi's post on Vijay Diwas and said, "India …

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‘India was just an ally’: Bangladesh politicians upset over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post

Hindustan Times

Bangladeshi politicians, including members of the Muhammad Yunus-led caretaker administration, on Monday criticised Prime Minister Narendra Modi for not mentioning their country in his social media post on Vijay Diwas. On the other hand, Bangladesh has objected to the presence in India of its ex-prime minister Sheikh Hasina, daughter of its Founding Father, Sheikh Mujibur Rahman. India was an ally …

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6 days, 17 hours ago

Irish support for Palestinians stands firm, despite Israeli anger

Al Jazeera

Israel may have withdrawn its ambassador, but Irish support for Palestinians is deep-rooted. People being left to starve and humanitarian aid not flowing.” Support during war Irish politicians have largely provided vocal criticism of Israel’s war on Gaza, but this is a reflection of the wider sentiment in Ireland, where much of the public sees Israel’s occupation of the Palestinians …

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6 days, 17 hours ago

Yearender 2024: From Yechury to Baba Siddique, Indian politicians who died this year

India TV News

The year 2024 will be remembered for various reasons, while some of them are good others may not hold happy memories. As the year nears end, here are the names of some important politicians who left the world in 2024: EVKS Elangovan: Veteran Congress leader and former Tamil Nadu Congress President EVKS Elangovan passed away on December 14. Siddiqui's death …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Ursula von der Leyen has a new doctrine for handling the hard right

Hindustan Times

The harsh winds of political change have howled through the corridors of power in the past year. Mrs von der Leyen had her tenure extended mostly by having done a good job since being a surprise appointment in 2019, notably dealing with the fallout from covid-19 and Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. But Mrs von der Leyen has also deftly …

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1 week, 2 days ago

Drone Sightings Spread To Other States As Politicians Demand Answers

Huff Post

LOADING ERROR LOADING A mystery that started in New Jersey last month has begun to spread, with residents in Maryland, New York and Connecticut and apparently even an officer aboard a U.S. Coast Guard vessel now reporting nighttime drone sightings. Like… pic.twitter.com/Ipx8ctLmhs — Governor Larry Hogan December 13, 2024 Connecticut State Police troopers said Friday they’d also received reports of …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Ram Gopal Varma, Vivek Oberoi react to Allu Arjun's arrest for fan death: ‘Would politicians be arrested?’

Hindustan Times

Allu Arjun has seen support pouring in from the film industry and fans after he was arrested on Friday, December 13, for the death of a fan during the premiere of Pushpa 2: The Rule. Police on Friday arrested Allu Arjun in connection with the death of a woman during the premiere of his latest movie Pushpa 2: The Rule. …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Leaders of rich nations are deeply unpopular. That spells trouble ahead.

Live Mint

LONDON—One lesson from an unprecedented year of elections around the world is that voters in industrialized countries are particularly unhappy, ready to boot unpopular leaders out of office and making it more difficult for politicians in power to enact bold programs of change. In a year when half the world’s population had a chance to vote, the results show the …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Collectors, politicians should scale up in performance: Chandrababu Naidu

Deccan Chronicle

Amaravati: Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu said that performance was the only parameter to be considered for encouragement and elevation in positions. Addressing the collectors and heads of various departments at the Collectors Conference held in Amaravati, he said that those not rising to the occasion would be left behind. At the two-day Conference that concluded on Thursday, he said …

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1 week, 3 days ago

Politicians say Actor Allu Arjun deserved better treatment

The Hindu

Union Minister of State for Home Bandi Sanjay said that lifting national award winning actor Allu Arjun from “his bedroom without even being given time to change” is a disgraceful act of mismanagement and disrespect. National Award-winning actor Allu Arjun, lifted straight from his bedroom without even being given time to change, is a disgraceful act of mismanagement and disrespect. …

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1 week, 4 days ago

Lost in the noise: Why our politicians fail to address real issues

Firstpost

It seems that for some inexplicable reason, the descendants of Mir Jafar and Jaichand have exponentially proliferated in our country. As a major world power, one would think that India, the world’s largest democracy, would be busy dealing with these tectonic upheavals, with serious discussions between political leaders on what our strategic policy should be. Apparently—and this is how it …

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1 week, 4 days ago

After the fall of Bashar al-Assad, will Germany ask its 1 million Syrian refugees to return?

Firstpost

Amid celebrations over the fall of Bashar al-Assad, Germany faces a heated debate on the future of nearly one million Syrian refugees. They should return to Syria immediately.” Similarly, Markus Söder, leader of Bavaria’s Christian Social Union, stated, “If the reason for asylum disappears, then there is no longer any legal basis to stay in the country.” Jens Spahn, a …

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1 week, 4 days ago

'D Gukesh redefined brilliance': Politicians, tycoons celebrate historic chess win

India Today

In a historic achievement, 18-year-old Gukesh Dommaraju stunned the reigning champion Ding Liren of China in a nail-biting finale to claim the World Chess Championship title. President Droupadi Murmu led the nation’s congratulatory messages, saying, “Heartiest congratulations to Gukesh for becoming the youngest player to win the World Chess Championship. Extending my warm wishes to D Gukesh for clinching the …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Syrians in Germany worried by some politicians’ eagerness for them to go home after Assad’s fall

Associated Press

BERLIN — Nearly a decade after he arrived in Germany from Syria and took a selfie with then-Chancellor Angela Merkel, Anas Modamani has finished his university studies and has a German passport. As Syrians took to the streets of Berlin Sunday, far-right leader Alice Weidel wrote on social platform X that anyone celebrating a “free Syria” in Germany “evidently no …

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Sonu Nigam urges politicians to avoid concerts if they can't stay

Deccan Chronicle

Renowned singer Sonu Nigam has publicly criticised Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma and other local political dignitaries for their behavior during his performance at the Rising Rajasthan event on Monday. In a video shared on Instagram, Nigam expressed his disappointment at politicians who left the event midway, disrupting the atmosphere and disrespecting the performers. "Delegates came from all over …

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Sonu Nigam asks politicians of India to not attend his concert and leave midway: 'Disrespect to Ma Sarasvati'

Hindustan Times

Legendary singer Sonu Nigam called on politicians to refrain from attending performances if they cannot stay for the entire event. The appeal came after an incident at the Rising Rajasthan event on Monday, where several political dignitaries left his performance midway, prompting the singer to address the issue publicly. Sonu Nigam has requested politicians to not attend his concerts if …

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1 week, 6 days ago

'nsult To Goddess Saraswati Sonu Nigam Urges Politicians To Not Attend Shows After Rajasthan CM Leaves Midway

ABP News

Singer Sonu Nigam is disappointed with some politicians in the country after a recent occurrence at his Jaipur concert. Sharing a reel on Instagram, Sonu Nigam stated that he had recently done a 'Rising Rajasthan' show that included several high-ranking dignitaries including Bhajan Lal Sharma, Chief Minister of Rajasthan and the Sports & Youth Affairs Minister of the state, who …

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Sonu Nigam calls out politicians for leaving mid-performance: Don't attend if you…

India Today

Singer Sonu Nigam, who recently had a concert in Rajasthan, shared a video message for politicians. His appeal was followed an incident at the Rising Rajasthan event on Monday, December 9 where several political figures left his performance midway, prompting Nigam to speak out. Sonu recently received love from fans after he lent his voice to the song Mere Dholna …

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1 week, 6 days ago

Video: Bangladeshi politician's boycott India call, burns Jaipur-made bedsheet

India Today

A senior leader of Bangladesh’s main opposition party, the BNP, publicly burned an India-made bedsheet in a symbolic protest amid escalating tensions between the two neighbouring nations. Advocate Ruhul Kabir Rizvi, the party’s senior joint secretary general, set the bedsheet, purportedly manufactured in Rajasthan's Jaipur, on fire during a ‘Boycott Indian Products’ programme in the city of Rajshahi on Tuesday. …

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Who is the politician at the center of the latest Chinese influence scandal?

As a ‘cuspy Waspi’ woman, I have another reason to be furious with Labour’s pensions betrayal

Justin Trudeau’s fall from grace shows politics is an ugly game

Aggression and intimidation against local government officials has decreased since 2022

San Diego politicians want to block Trump deportations. The sheriff refuses, sparking immigration battle

'India was just an ally, nothing more...': Bangladeshi politicians fume over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post

‘India was just an ally’: Bangladesh politicians upset over PM Modi's Vijay Diwas post

Irish support for Palestinians stands firm, despite Israeli anger

Yearender 2024: From Yechury to Baba Siddique, Indian politicians who died this year

Ursula von der Leyen has a new doctrine for handling the hard right

Drone Sightings Spread To Other States As Politicians Demand Answers

Ram Gopal Varma, Vivek Oberoi react to Allu Arjun's arrest for fan death: ‘Would politicians be arrested?’

Leaders of rich nations are deeply unpopular. That spells trouble ahead.

Collectors, politicians should scale up in performance: Chandrababu Naidu

Politicians say Actor Allu Arjun deserved better treatment

Lost in the noise: Why our politicians fail to address real issues

After the fall of Bashar al-Assad, will Germany ask its 1 million Syrian refugees to return?

'D Gukesh redefined brilliance': Politicians, tycoons celebrate historic chess win

Syrians in Germany worried by some politicians’ eagerness for them to go home after Assad’s fall

Sonu Nigam urges politicians to avoid concerts if they can't stay

Sonu Nigam asks politicians of India to not attend his concert and leave midway: 'Disrespect to Ma Sarasvati'

'nsult To Goddess Saraswati Sonu Nigam Urges Politicians To Not Attend Shows After Rajasthan CM Leaves Midway

Sonu Nigam calls out politicians for leaving mid-performance: Don't attend if you…

Video: Bangladeshi politician's boycott India call, burns Jaipur-made bedsheet