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Supreme Court Strikes Trump Emoluments Clause Cases
- January 26, 2021
A third lawsuit filed by congressional Democrats against Trump ended past year after the Supreme Court refused to hear their appeal of a lower court ruling that the lawmakers lacked the necessary legal standing to pursue the case. Both cases were subsequently left in limbo after they were advanced by two federal appeals courts, and then passed on to the Supreme Court, which was asked by Trump political appointees within the US Justice Department to toss out both legal challenges. (more...)
- January 26, 2021
A third lawsuit filed by congressional Democrats against Trump ended past year after the Supreme Court refused to hear their appeal of a lower court ruling that the lawmakers lacked the necessary legal standing to pursue the case. Both cases were subsequently left in limbo after they were advanced by two federal appeals courts, and then passed on to the Supreme Court, which was asked by Trump political appointees within the US Justice Department to toss out both legal challenges. (more...)
Tory MPs back parents in call to reopen United Kingdom schools
- January 26, 2021
With most children across the whole of the United Kingdom doing their lessons from home, Boris Johnson is coming under increasing pressure from his own MPs to set out a timetable for reopening England's schools. "We are looking at the data as it comes in and looking at he rates of infection", said Johnson, hinting that the United Kingdom was very much on track to give the 13 million most vulnerable Brits a vaccine for coronavirus by February 15. (more...)
- January 26, 2021
With most children across the whole of the United Kingdom doing their lessons from home, Boris Johnson is coming under increasing pressure from his own MPs to set out a timetable for reopening England's schools. "We are looking at the data as it comes in and looking at he rates of infection", said Johnson, hinting that the United Kingdom was very much on track to give the 13 million most vulnerable Brits a vaccine for coronavirus by February 15. (more...)
Farmers’ tractor rally to start after Republic Day parade
- January 26, 2021
The Delhi Police today claimed that over 300 Twitter handles have been generated from Pakistan to disrupt the tractor rally proposed by protesting farmers on Republic Day. During the 10th round of talks, the government had climbed down and offered a proposal to keep the new laws in abeyance for 1-1.5 years, but it was rejected by the unions. (more...)
- January 26, 2021
The Delhi Police today claimed that over 300 Twitter handles have been generated from Pakistan to disrupt the tractor rally proposed by protesting farmers on Republic Day. During the 10th round of talks, the government had climbed down and offered a proposal to keep the new laws in abeyance for 1-1.5 years, but it was rejected by the unions. (more...)
Today's Forecast - Light snow with seasonable temperatures
- January 26, 2021
It's rather raw, with highs reaching 35 to 40. Lows range from 30 to 35. In our milder areas to the south and east, rain is likely, possibly mixed with sleet and snow. There's a slight chance of snow late Saturday night into Sunday . WEDNESDAY: A lingering chance of snow. Any snow that falls may become mixed with sleet, freezing rain and/or rain as the day wears on. (more...)
- January 26, 2021
It's rather raw, with highs reaching 35 to 40. Lows range from 30 to 35. In our milder areas to the south and east, rain is likely, possibly mixed with sleet and snow. There's a slight chance of snow late Saturday night into Sunday . WEDNESDAY: A lingering chance of snow. Any snow that falls may become mixed with sleet, freezing rain and/or rain as the day wears on. (more...)
Missing man found in bush after 18 days
- January 26, 2021
Weber was taken to hospital "suffering exposure to the elements but was otherwise safe and well", police said, adding that his dog has not been found. He stayed by the vehicle for three days, until his water ran out, and he was forced to set off to find more, with nothing but the clothes on his back. (more...)
- January 26, 2021
Weber was taken to hospital "suffering exposure to the elements but was otherwise safe and well", police said, adding that his dog has not been found. He stayed by the vehicle for three days, until his water ran out, and he was forced to set off to find more, with nothing but the clothes on his back. (more...)
Trump's virus adviser says some in White House saw pandemic as 'hoax'
- January 26, 2021
In fact, Birx gave data to Trump to mislead the public before he turned to Scott Atlas for even more misleading stats. So courageous of her to speak up now, when in real time she was telling audiences that the President was great at analyzing data. (more...)
- January 26, 2021
In fact, Birx gave data to Trump to mislead the public before he turned to Scott Atlas for even more misleading stats. So courageous of her to speak up now, when in real time she was telling audiences that the President was great at analyzing data. (more...)
New Zealand detects first community virus case in two months
- January 26, 2021
Mahuta, in an interview with RNZ on Tuesday morning, said the Government understood Australia's travel bubble suspension was frustrating to travellers, "but this is a tricky virus and the variants are tricky as well". The 56-year-old, who returned to New Zealand on December 30, tested positive for the virus that causes COVID-19 days after leaving a two-week mandatory quarantine at the border where she had twice tested negative. (more...)
- January 26, 2021
Mahuta, in an interview with RNZ on Tuesday morning, said the Government understood Australia's travel bubble suspension was frustrating to travellers, "but this is a tricky virus and the variants are tricky as well". The 56-year-old, who returned to New Zealand on December 30, tested positive for the virus that causes COVID-19 days after leaving a two-week mandatory quarantine at the border where she had twice tested negative. (more...)
Dominion sues Giuliani for $1.6 billion over 'Big Lie' about election fraud
- January 25, 2021
Giuliani publicly accused Dominion of rigging the election by flipping Trump votes for Biden. It was not clear if Dominion intended action against any of those companies or against Trump himself, who also questioned Dominion's technology. (more...)
- January 25, 2021
Giuliani publicly accused Dominion of rigging the election by flipping Trump votes for Biden. It was not clear if Dominion intended action against any of those companies or against Trump himself, who also questioned Dominion's technology. (more...)
New Zealand records first community case of COVID-19 in months
- January 25, 2021
The list included cafes, bars and shops. So far we know the woman's two closest contacts have returned negative tests which are encouraging, he said . Testing stations having been set up around Northland to process what are likely to be hundreds of people advised to get a test along with about 600 arrivals this year who isolated at the Pullman hotel. (more...)
- January 25, 2021
The list included cafes, bars and shops. So far we know the woman's two closest contacts have returned negative tests which are encouraging, he said . Testing stations having been set up around Northland to process what are likely to be hundreds of people advised to get a test along with about 600 arrivals this year who isolated at the Pullman hotel. (more...)
Biden to introduce travel ban from South Africa capetownetc.com
- January 25, 2021
Reuters was first to report Biden's decision to add South Africa to the list. Further, Moderna says that in fact, it expects both its forthcoming candidate and its existing booster vaccine should be able to provide additional immunity posting capabilities when used in combination with "all of the leading vaccine candidates" on the market. (more...)
- January 25, 2021
Reuters was first to report Biden's decision to add South Africa to the list. Further, Moderna says that in fact, it expects both its forthcoming candidate and its existing booster vaccine should be able to provide additional immunity posting capabilities when used in combination with "all of the leading vaccine candidates" on the market. (more...)
USA reaffirms Taiwan support after China sends warplanes
- January 25, 2021
The substance of the new U.S. administration's policies on China and Taiwan remains to be seen but, in response to Saturday's operation, state department spokesman Ned Price said the USA would continue to deepen its ties with the island. Yahoo News notes that the U.S. has pledged to continue to deepen its ties with Taiwan and ensure its defense from Chinese threats while supporting a peaceful resolution of issues between the sides. (more...)
- January 25, 2021
The substance of the new U.S. administration's policies on China and Taiwan remains to be seen but, in response to Saturday's operation, state department spokesman Ned Price said the USA would continue to deepen its ties with the island. Yahoo News notes that the U.S. has pledged to continue to deepen its ties with Taiwan and ensure its defense from Chinese threats while supporting a peaceful resolution of issues between the sides. (more...)
Scottish nationalists lay groundwork for second independence referendum
- January 25, 2021
Sturgeon. "The polls now show that a majority of people in Scotland now want independence". The poll also found 53% in Scotland would vote to rejoin the EU. Mr Brown - who advocates a federal system with more power for nations and regions - says the pandemic has "brought to the surface tensions and grievances that have been simmering for years" between Downing Street and the various parts of the UK. (more...)
- January 25, 2021
Sturgeon. "The polls now show that a majority of people in Scotland now want independence". The poll also found 53% in Scotland would vote to rejoin the EU. Mr Brown - who advocates a federal system with more power for nations and regions - says the pandemic has "brought to the surface tensions and grievances that have been simmering for years" between Downing Street and the various parts of the UK. (more...)
Dutch anti-lockdown rioters set fire to village’s Covid testing centre
- January 25, 2021
Around 250 people were arrested by police following the incident. Hundreds gathered on Sunday to oppose the curfew. Politicians and local leaders Monday condemned rioters who clashed with police in about 10 towns and cities across the Netherlands a day earlier, on the second night of a coronavirus curfew. (more...)
- January 25, 2021
Around 250 people were arrested by police following the incident. Hundreds gathered on Sunday to oppose the curfew. Politicians and local leaders Monday condemned rioters who clashed with police in about 10 towns and cities across the Netherlands a day earlier, on the second night of a coronavirus curfew. (more...)
Lawyers Want Rudy Giuliani Investigated and His License Suspended
- January 25, 2021
Giuliani led the legal team that tried to overturn Trump's election defeat but failed to produce any evidence of widespread fraud. Despite his poor performance, reports came out that Giuliani had sent Trump a whopping bill. The New York Times reported that on his radio show on Thursday, Giuliani said "the whole goal of this is to disbar me from my exercising my right of free speech and defending my client, because they can't fathom the fact that maybe, just maybe, they may be wrong". (more...)
- January 25, 2021
Giuliani led the legal team that tried to overturn Trump's election defeat but failed to produce any evidence of widespread fraud. Despite his poor performance, reports came out that Giuliani had sent Trump a whopping bill. The New York Times reported that on his radio show on Thursday, Giuliani said "the whole goal of this is to disbar me from my exercising my right of free speech and defending my client, because they can't fathom the fact that maybe, just maybe, they may be wrong". (more...)
Wavering Republicans fall in behind Trump ahead of impeachment trial
- January 25, 2021
Speaking on "Fox News Sunday," Romney told show host Chris Wallace that an impeachment trial is necessary to hold Trump accountable for the deadly violence at the U.S. "I think that's an arrogant statement for anyone to make". Marco Rubio said on Fox News Sunday . "Who are we to tell voters who they can vote for in the future?" Despite the fact that Trump is no longer president, the Senate will begin the impeachment trial on February 8, according to Senate Majority Leader Chuck ... (more...)
- January 25, 2021
Speaking on "Fox News Sunday," Romney told show host Chris Wallace that an impeachment trial is necessary to hold Trump accountable for the deadly violence at the U.S. "I think that's an arrogant statement for anyone to make". Marco Rubio said on Fox News Sunday . "Who are we to tell voters who they can vote for in the future?" Despite the fact that Trump is no longer president, the Senate will begin the impeachment trial on February 8, according to Senate Majority Leader Chuck ... (more...)
Bernie Sanders MMA meme explained: Dubbed Twitter’s new "favourite"
- January 25, 2021
They're made from reclaimed wool from old sweaters and fleece lining made with recycled plastic. Inauguration day was definitely one to watch! Fans of Bernie Sanders are now able to buy sweatshirts imprinted with the viral photo of the United States senator from Joe Biden inauguration , with all proceeds going to charity. (more...)
- January 25, 2021
They're made from reclaimed wool from old sweaters and fleece lining made with recycled plastic. Inauguration day was definitely one to watch! Fans of Bernie Sanders are now able to buy sweatshirts imprinted with the viral photo of the United States senator from Joe Biden inauguration , with all proceeds going to charity. (more...)
Indian, Chinese soldiers clash at Sikkim border, both sides suffer injuries
- January 25, 2021
Amid the ongoing standoff between India and China in the Ladakh sector, soldiers of both the countries reportedly clashed with each other at Naku La in Sikkim border area. It was on November 6 that both sides had met for the last time. India and China are scheduled to hold the 9th round of Corps Commander talks on Sunday after a long delay in the senior military-level talks to work out a phased disengagement and de-escalation along the disputed border in Eastern Ladakh. (more...)
- January 25, 2021
Amid the ongoing standoff between India and China in the Ladakh sector, soldiers of both the countries reportedly clashed with each other at Naku La in Sikkim border area. It was on November 6 that both sides had met for the last time. India and China are scheduled to hold the 9th round of Corps Commander talks on Sunday after a long delay in the senior military-level talks to work out a phased disengagement and de-escalation along the disputed border in Eastern Ladakh. (more...)
New Law Allows China's Coast Guard to Fire on Foreign Vessels
- January 25, 2021
Beijing lays claims to almost all of the South China Sea - despite Taiwan, the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia and Vietnam also saying parts belong to them. Coast Guard was looking to expand its presence in the Pacific. Another section allows CCG personnel to use shipborne weapons, airborne weapons, and hand-held weapons in anti-terrorism operations, during "serious violent incidents", and when CCG ships and aircraft are attacked with "weapons or other violent means". (more...)
- January 25, 2021
Beijing lays claims to almost all of the South China Sea - despite Taiwan, the Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia and Vietnam also saying parts belong to them. Coast Guard was looking to expand its presence in the Pacific. Another section allows CCG personnel to use shipborne weapons, airborne weapons, and hand-held weapons in anti-terrorism operations, during "serious violent incidents", and when CCG ships and aircraft are attacked with "weapons or other violent means". (more...)
TGA provisionally approves Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for use in Australia
- January 25, 2021
Federal Member for Nicholls Damian Drum has celebrated today's announcement, stating it would add further confidence to Australia's vaccine strategy. Minister for Health Greg Hunt also backed the approval , saying "The TGA's processes are I believe the best in the world and we have ensured that they are thorough". (more...)
- January 25, 2021
Federal Member for Nicholls Damian Drum has celebrated today's announcement, stating it would add further confidence to Australia's vaccine strategy. Minister for Health Greg Hunt also backed the approval , saying "The TGA's processes are I believe the best in the world and we have ensured that they are thorough". (more...)
Sarah Sanders expected to announce bid for Arkansas governor on Monday
- January 25, 2021
A November 2019 Washington Post profile of her noted her possible electoral ambitions and described her as "political royalty in Arkansas". Sanders, the daughter of former Arkansas Gov. Sanders launched her bid weeks after a riot by Trump's supporters at the US Capitol left five people dead. During her time has press secretary, Sanders was a controversial figure, often sparring with reporters and at times criticized for spreading false information in defense of the president. (more...)
- January 25, 2021
A November 2019 Washington Post profile of her noted her possible electoral ambitions and described her as "political royalty in Arkansas". Sanders, the daughter of former Arkansas Gov. Sanders launched her bid weeks after a riot by Trump's supporters at the US Capitol left five people dead. During her time has press secretary, Sanders was a controversial figure, often sparring with reporters and at times criticized for spreading false information in defense of the president. (more...)
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