Opposition and Green TD condemn Government decision to end evictions ban

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Ending eviction ban could ‘very possibly’ increase homelessness, says Minister for Housing

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Opposition and Green TD condemn Government decision to end evictions ban : Neasa Hourigan condemned the actions of her party leader Eamon Ryan in agreeing to the ...

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‘Heartless’ – Green TD Neasa Hourigan hits out at Taoiseach and her own party over decision to end eviction ban

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Do Peadar Tóibín and Aontú have their finger on the public pulse?: The conservative one-TD party is riding high after being the only party to call for no-no ...

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‘I nearly chickened out the night before’ – Leo Varadkar says on stepping down as Taoiseach

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Supreme Court will decide if Trump has immunity in election case: The Supreme Court seems highly skeptical of former President Donald Trump’s claim of absolute ...

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Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order

Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.

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Taoiseach declines to say how much an affordable house should cost: Simon Harris says 'affordability very much varies depending on the person ...

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Apr 25

'Disappointing' start to 2024 as new housing completions drop 12%: Unexpected fall at odds with forecasts with 'exponential' increase necessary to keep ...

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How did the unfounded claim that the Stardust fire was caused by arson take hold?

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Miriam Lord: Simon Harris hares around the Dáil like the Duracell bunny - but then the battery goes flat

irishtimes.com/politics/oireachtas/2024/04/25/miriam-lord-harris-hares-around-the-dail-like-the-duracell-bunny-but-then-the-battery-goes-flat/

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Apr 25

Another ex-State Department official alleges Israeli military gets 'special treatment' on abuses

apnews.com/article/us-israel-military-aid-international-law-1e9b612631a7c20438053189c3b62187

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About 1 in 4 US adults 50 and older who aren't yet retired expect to never retire, AARP study finds

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Apr 24

‘Very simple answer’ needed on legality of wearing balaclavas at protests, Simon Harris says

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ArcaneDoor hackers exploit Cisco zero-days to breach govt networks: Cisco warned today that a state-backed hacking group has been exploiting two zero-day ...

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Apr 23

South Korean Youth Activists Take Government to Court over Climate Crisis: In South Korea, a court heard from youth climate activists and their families ...

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Rwanda bill latest: Sunak says first Rwanda asylum flights will take off in '10-12 weeks' - BBC News

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Quick Glance: British Law on Deportation of Asylum Seekers to Rwanda

The new British deportation law aims to curb illegal migration and secure the reelection of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak.

However, experts doubt the effectiveness of the law in stopping illegal migration to the UK.

Rishi Sunak is under significant pressure due to political challenges in the election year, including inflation and healthcare issues.

The Rwanda law intends to deport migrants without valid papers to Rwanda, although the efficacy of the law is being questioned.

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Apr 23

Overdue apology an important moment for Stardust families: Taoiseach Simon Harris dispensed with any preamble and got straight to the point of his Dáil speech ...

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Counselling services put in place for Stardust families: Counselling services have been in put in place for those impacted by the Stardust disaster ...

rte.ie/news/stardust/2024/0424/1445340-stardust/

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Russia Threatens More Strikes on Ukraine Over US Aid: Russia threatened to step up strikes on Ukraine in response to the US vote to provide new military aid to ...

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‘I’m not woke, I’m Marmite’ says veteran broadcaster Niall Boylan as he launches European bid

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Supreme Court will take up the legal fight over ghost guns, firearms without serial numbers

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Harris 'frustrated' about protests still happening outside politicians' homes

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MPs summon minister Babalanda over caliber of newly appointed assistant RDCs: “What roles are the Assistant RDCs going to play that the RDCs and Deputy RDCs are ...

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Vice President Harris announces final rules mandating minimum standards for nursing home staffing

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Quick Glance: Biden's Landmark Staffing Mandate for Nursing Homes

The Biden administration has implemented first-ever staffing requirements for nursing homes to enhance care quality.

The rule mandates 24/7 registered nurses and a minimum of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily.

Industry voices concerns over staff shortages, estimating a need for over 100,000 additional workers.

The new regulations will be phased in and could potentially lead to facility closures for non-compliance.

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‘He shouldn’t have spoken’ – Antoinette Keegan hits out at Seán Haughey’s Dáil statement on day of state apolo

independent.ie/irish-news/he-shouldnt-have-spoken-antoinette-keegan-hits-out-at-sean-haugheys-dail-statement-on-day-of-state-apology/a2083813848.html

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Rwanda bill: Government and Lords face another voting showdown: Rishi Sunak said there will be no more delays to his asylum plan and Parliament will sit and ...

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UTME 2024: Nigerians lambast JAMB over examination 7 a.m. exam schedule: JAMB Spokesperson Fabian Benjamin told PREMIUM TIMES on Sunday that the examination ...

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Broadcaster Niall Boylan to run for Independent Ireland in EU elections: Boylan joins former RTÉ broadcaster Ciaran Mullooly as a candidate for Independent ...

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62% of Uganda's forensic experts untrained, AG report: Only 14 of the 37 technical staff in the institution have undergone training ranging from basic to ...

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Tánaiste says no row over budget among party leaders: Tánaiste Micheál Martin has said there was no row at the party leaders meeting about budget promises.

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Micheál Martin expresses support for Stardust redress scheme: Taoiseach Simon Harris is to offer those affected a State apology in the Dáil on Tuesday

irishexaminer.com/news/politics/arid-41379103.html

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Apr 20

Catherine Martin signals ‘ground breaking’ basic income scheme for artists to be expanded

irishtimes.com/politics/2024/04/20/catherine-martin-signals-ground-breaking-basic-income-scheme-for-artists-to-be-expanded/

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Apr 20

Watch live: Eamon Ryan addresses Green Party convention: Green Party leader Eamon Ryan has warned his Government colleagues that "easy false" promises ...

rte.ie/news/politics/2024/0420/1444661-green-party-convention/

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Eamon Ryan: Government to exceed existing housing targets in 2024: The Green Party leader has said that the Government will deliver 40,000 new houses in 2024

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Apr 22

HSE attempts to pay substantial exit package to former top executive led to Government row

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Apr 20

'There is definitely not going to be a wipeout': Green Party optimistic in upcoming elections

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Apr 20

Taoiseach horrified by “chilling” protest outside Roderic O'Gorman's home

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Eamon Dunphy: ‘I’m lucky — I would have been dead in the age of social media’: Friday morning in Ranelagh village and Eamon Dunphy opens the door of his ...

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Apr 20

Senate passes reauthorization of key US surveillance program after midnight deadline

apnews.com/article/fisa-donald-trump-surveillance-congress-johnson-81e991c9f82e77b2fe13f8a3e0e25349

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Apr 20

Stardust tragedy: Taoiseach apologises to families and confirms Dáil apology for Tuesday

irishtimes.com/ireland/social-affairs/2024/04/20/stardust-tragedy-taoiseach-apologises-to-families-and-confirms-dail-apology-for-tuesday/

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Irish budget: Government ran €8.3bn surplus last year: The Irish government ran a budget surplus of €8.3bn (£7.1bn) last year.

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Apr 19

Modi Urges Strong Government Amid Global Unrest: India Votes: Each day, Bloomberg journalists take you across a selection of towns and cities as they gear up for ...

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‘You spent €2bn at the weekend’: How Eamon Ryan tackled Micheál Martin over giveaway promises

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Apr 26

What’s Next For Spain After PM Pedro Sanchez Threatened to Quit?

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/what-s-next-for-spain-after-pm-pedro-sanchez-threatened-to-quit

Quick Glance: Spain's PM faces pressure over wife's corruption probe

A Madrid court confirmed an investigation against Begoña Gómez for alleged influence peddling and corruption.

Sánchez criticized the complaint as part of a harassment campaign against his wife.

The probe relates to Gómez's ties to companies that received government funding.

The opposition pushed for a statement from her regarding the investigation.

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King Charles to resume public duties after progress in cancer treatment: King Charles is returning to public events after making encouraging progress in his ...

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Quick Glance: King Charles III to Resume Public Duties Next Week

King Charles III will return to his public duties next week following recovery from cancer treatment.

Accompanied by Queen Camilla, he will visit a cancer treatment center to meet specialists and patients.

The King will fulfill upcoming engagements and host Japanese Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako for a state visit in June.

No further specifics on his health condition were disclosed, but he is grateful for the opportunity to resume public duties.

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Musk and Australia argue over video of knife attack on X: In Sydney, a priest was attacked with a knife during a mass that was broadcast live on the internet ...

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Quick Glance: Dispute Over Video of Knife Attack on X

The owner of X, Elon Musk, refuses to delete the video of a knife attack in Sydney from his platform, leading to a dispute with the Australian authorities.

Australian authorities demand the global removal of the video, while X is only willing to block access in Australia.

Elon Musk defends freedom of speech and criticizes the authorities for limiting free expression.

Authorities file a lawsuit to force the removal of the video, while Musk is criticized for publishing violent content on his platform.

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US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package

apnews.com/article/ukraine-funding-war-russia-patriot-missiles-026fc8f9ee064ffb49bbee2422e2908b

Quick Glance: Billion-Dollar Package for Long-Term Ukraine Weapon Contracts

The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday, its largest military aid package to date for Kyiv’s forces.

The weapons and equipment will include critical interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot and NASAM air defense systems, significant amounts of artillery ammunition, air-to-ground munitions, counterdrone weapons, and maintenance and sustainment support.

In addition to previous aid packages, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking additional Patriot batteries to create a shield around Ukrainian cities and defend against further Russian missile attacks.

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US: If China won't act, we will - Blinken: Secretary of State Antony Blinken says the US will act if China does not stop sending parts to Russia.

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Quick Glance: Xi and Blinken Clash Over China's Backing to Russia

Xi orders China’s biggest military reorganisation since 2015.

He emphasizes that China is not afraid of competition as long as it is based on common progress.

China is willing to cooperate with the US, provided it is mutual.

A five-point consensus was reached to stabilize relations between the two countries.

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South Dakota governor, a potential Trump running mate, writes in new book about killing her dog

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Quick Glance: South Dakota Governor Writes About Killing Dog in New Book

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, a potential running mate for Donald Trump, discusses in a new book the killing of her dog Cricket and an unpleasant goat.

In her book, Noem recounts how Cricket attacked and killed other animals during a hunting trip, leading to significant backlash.

In addition to the controversial dog story, Noem also details shooting an aggressive goat, sparking further outrage on social media platforms.

The governor defended her actions, urging readers to pre-order her book for more candid stories, despite mixed reactions and criticism.

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'I'm happy to debate him': US President Joe Biden said that he would participate in a debate with Donald Trump, his Republican opponent in November's election

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US to rush Patriot missiles to Ukraine as Pentagon builds up support: Move comes as Biden administration begins parcelling out funds unlocked by Congress this ...

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Ben-Gvir, Israeli far-right minister, in car accident: The controversial National Security Minister was taken to hospital after his car overturned.

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Conservative Justices Take Argument Over Trump’s Immunity in Unexpected Direction

nytimes.com/2024/04/26/us/politics/supreme-court-trump-immunity-election.html

Quick Glance: Trump's Disregard for Democratic Principles

Donald Trump's claim of absolute immunity for criminal acts as president is an assault on common sense and a perversion of the fundamental principle of American democracy.

The Supreme Court's decision to take the case may delay the former president's trial and deprive the public of the right to know if he attempted to undermine the sacred process of presidential succession.

The Supreme Court's direct intervention in the 2024 presidential election deprives voters of critical information and could lead to a constitutional crisis if Trump is re-elected and convicted.

The notion that the president is above the law and can pardon himself is a radical contempt for republican government, revealing Trump's vision of unchecked royal power.

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Wang Yi tells Antony Blinken not to step on China's red lines: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in China in an attempt to put relations on an even keel.

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Forecasting pioneer: ‘A lot would have to go wrong for Biden to lose’: A notable forecaster of presidential elections said in a recent interview that “a lot ...

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White House unbowed on support for Israel despite growing frustration from progressives and unrest on campuses

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Boese on allegations of nuclear power plant shutdown: How serious is the situation for Habeck and Lemke?

n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Wie-ernst-ist-die-Lage-fuer-Habeck-und-Lemke-article24902547.html

Quick Glance: CDU Official Demands Halt to Nuclear Power Plant Decommissioning

A revelation from "Cicero" magazine indicates that the decision for Germany's nuclear phase-out was primarily driven by green anti-nuclear activists, sparking harsh criticism towards Economy Minister Robert Habeck.

The Economy Ministry refutes the "Cicero" portrayal, emphasizing that decisions were based on transparent and open-ended evaluations.

The CDU and FDP criticize Habeck, calling for clarification and a reassessment of the nuclear power plant decommissioning.

Experts and politicians express concerns over potential public misrepresentation and the erosion of trust in the government due to the revelations from the documents.

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ZDF “Political Barometer”: Greens make significant gains - AfD with worst value in eleven months

welt.de/politik/deutschland/article251231912/ZDF-Politbarometer-Gruene-legen-deutlich-zu-AfD-mit-schlechtestem-Wert-seit-elf-Monaten.html

Quick Glance: Greens Gain Approval - AfD Hits Lowest Score

The Greens have gained three percentage points in the opinion poll, now standing at 15 percent, tied with the SPD.

The CDU/CSU remains the strongest force at 30 percent, followed by the AfD, dropping to 17 percent, their lowest score in nearly a year.

Despite dissatisfaction with the government, the Greens increase their approval, while the FDP is held responsible for coalition disputes.

In surveys, Defense Minister Boris Pistorius enjoys the highest popularity, while the Forschungsgruppe Wahlen surveyed 1228 eligible voters.

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Robert Habeck under pressure: Germany's nuclear phase-out was about ideology: Internal correspondence shows: At the height of the energy crisis ...

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Quick Glance: German Exit from Nuclear Energy: Ideology Over Pragmatism

During an energy crisis, green ministries in Germany pushed through the nuclear energy phaseout, disregarding warnings and prioritizing ideological goals over energy security.

Internal communications reveal that high-ranking green officials ignored and twisted facts to advance the nuclear phaseout, even if it raised safety concerns.

The origins of the energy transition were not primarily focused on climate change but aimed to eliminate nuclear energy and transition to renewables and coal.

The decommissioned nuclear power plants now serve as monuments to a green misstep that led Germany into an energy policy tragedy, potentially hindering the construction of new nuclear power plants.

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President Joe Biden says he's 'happy to debate' Donald Trump. Trump says he's ready to go

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Apr 25

Putin’s Brittle Regime: Like the Soviet One That Preceded It, His System Is Always on the Brink of Collapse

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Strategy for the AfD from the Kremlin?: The AfD likes to appear patriotic. But this image is crumbling after the latest espionage allegations ...

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There are also new allegations against Bystron: Kremlin wrote a “manifesto” for the AfD

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Israeli minister Ben-Gvir slightly hurt in car accident: Israel's hardline security minister Itamar Ben-Gvir was slightly hurt in a car accident and taken to ...

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Kyrgyzstan Blocks TikTok: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project

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China warns US of rising ‘negative factors’ in bilateral ties: World is watching to see if rivalry will ‘break out into conflict’, foreign minister Wang Yi tells ...

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Europe faces ‘mortal’ threat, says Emmanuel Macron: French president calls for huge investment push and EU reforms in Sorbonne speech

ft.com/content/01a0657c-ed25-4d7b-add6-568dcc6907f9

Quick Glance: Macron Calls for Stronger European Defense

Macron urged Europe to adopt a credible defense strategy less dependent on the US.

He warned that Europe was not adequately prepared to face global threats like Russia's war in Ukraine.

Emphasizing European sovereignty, Macron called for autonomy in defense and the economy.

He advocated for a revision of EU trade policy, prioritizing European suppliers for military equipment.

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US postpones decision on aid to Israeli army battalion accused of abuses against Palestinians

apnews.com/article/israel-us-military-aid-west-bank-abuses-515acf20ddfffd1b2838bcf55c9a7c73

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Connections to China and Russia: Laschet attacks AfD leader Chrupalla for handling espionage affair

spiegel.de/politik/afd-spionageaffaere-armin-laschet-attackiert-tino-chrupalla-bei-maybrit-illner-a-802feb39-46fc-4042-8442-021d98504482

Quick Glance: Clash over AfD's Corruption Allegations

Despite corruption allegations, the AfD stands by its EU lead candidates, sparking a heated debate on 'Maybrit Illner.'

Concerns arise over potential bribery involving Krah and Bystron, despite no legal guilt being proven.

Internal distancing within the AfD and criticism of a lack of transparency regarding the candidates ensue.

The discussion concludes with the possibility of the AfD's list changes for the European elections being invalidated.

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Kremlin designed concept to achieve “majority in elections at all levels” for AfD

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US Secretary of State Antony Blinken snapped up a Taylor Swift album along with one by classic Chinese rocker Dou Wei during an unexpected detour to a Beijing ...

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The ‘real’ Scott Morrison: former PM says Australians didn’t know who he was: Australians did not know the “real” Scott Morrison when he occupied the nation’s ...

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UK freezes London property linked to Putin ally after ICIJ report - ICIJ: Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the U.K. government has faced criticism for ...

icij.org/investigations/pandora-papers/uk-freezes-london-property-linked-to-putin-ally-after-icij-report/

Quick Glance: Freezing of London Property Following ICIJ Report

Roughly a week after the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists revealed that the London townhouse remained untouched by sanctions against the high-ranking Kremlin official, U.K. authorities froze Igor Komarov's property.

In February, the ongoing connection between Komarov and the townhouse in Herbert Crescent - a prime location in Central London - was highlighted. The property was acquired in 2007 for over $16.5 million through a British Virgin Islands-based shell company under his control.

Instead of directly listing Komarov, a trust was indicated as the beneficial owner of the BVI company, Wastom Holdings Ltd., in the submissions under the U.K.'s Register of Overseas Entities.

It is suggested that the British Government should now disclose details about trusts overseeing properties directly or through companies. This transparency measure would aid in uncovering assets owned by Putin's associates and corrupt individuals, leaving them no refuge.

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Chinese owner denies it’s willing to sell TikTok as US ban looms: TikTok’s Chinese parent company ByteDance said Thursday that it has no plans to sell the social ...

cnn.com/2024/04/25/business/bytedance-denies-reports-selling-tiktok-intl-hnk/

Quick Glance: TikTok Ban Threat: ByteDance Prefers Closure Over Sale, Insiders Say

ByteDance, the owner of TikTok, would prefer to shut down its loss-making app rather than sell it if all legal options to fight legislation to ban the platform from app stores in the US are exhausted, said four sources.

TikTok accounts for a small share of ByteDance’s total revenues and daily active users, so the parent would rather have the app shut down in the US in a worst-case scenario than sell it to a potential American buyer, they said.

ByteDance would not agree to sell one of its most valuable assets – its “secret source” – to rivals, said the four sources, referring to the TikTok algorithm.

After facing challenges regarding bans, the short-form video app has encountered partial and attempted prohibitions in the US and other nations.

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South Africa election: Mbeki promises to rid ANC of 'rotten apples': South Africa's former president hits out at corruption within the governing party.

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Quick Glance: Support for South Africa's ANC around 40% before elections

An Ipsos poll revealed that support for South Africa's governing African National Congress (ANC) has dropped to just over 40%, weeks before an election that could bring about significant political change.

While the ANC is still expected to secure the most votes on May 29, falling below 50% would require seeking coalition partners to govern, marking the first such alliance since Nelson Mandela led the party to power 30 years ago.

The survey was based on face-to-face interviews with 2,545 registered voters across all nine provinces in March and April, boasting a margin of error of 1.9% at a 95% confidence level.

The poll also highlighted rising voter discontent due to issues like unemployment, corruption, crime, and poor services, with the ANC considering potential coalition partners such as the economically liberal DA and the far-left Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF).

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McConnell reiterates that presidents should not have absolute immunity: Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell stood by his past comments that presidents should ...

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Indigenous Brazilians Mobilize for Land Demarcation, Tribal Rights: Participants in the 20th Free Land Camp demanded that leftist Brazilian President Luiz Inácio ...

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Tennessee lawmakers approve bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care

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Quick Glance: Tennessee Lawmakers Pass Bill Criminalizing Adults Aiding Minors in Gender-Affirming Care

Tennessee's GOP-controlled Statehouse approved a bill criminalizing adults who help minors receive gender-affirming care without parental consent.

The bill closely resembles language from an anti-abortion trafficking proposal approved by Tennessee Republican lawmakers the day before.

Critics caution about the broad application of the law, ranging from discussing care options with adolescents to aiding in travel to states with looser gender-affirming care restrictions.

Tennessee has enacted more anti-LGBTQ+ laws than any other state since 2015, as identified by the Human Rights Campaign, calling it a staggering assault on their constituents.

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Biden administration pushes back plan to ban menthol cigarettes: The Biden administration has reportedly abandoned its plans to ban menthol cigarettes after ...

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Quick Glance: Biden administration faces delays in menthol cigarettes ban

The planned implementation of a ban on menthol cigarettes in the US is expected to take 'significantly more time,' according to US Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra in a statement on Friday.

In April 2022, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initially announced the ban on the popular mint flavor, setting a deadline for August 2023. Final rules were sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget for review in October, with the status listed as 'pending.'

According to the proposed FDA regulations, the manufacturing and sale of menthols would be prohibited, without direct regulation of smokers themselves.

A prohibition on menthol cigarettes could potentially save up to 650,000 lives over the next 40 years, with a third of these lives being saved within the black community, as stated by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.

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Trump’s potential plan for Fed raises alarms: Former President Trump’s potential plan to exert more influence over the Federal Reserve is alarming experts and ...

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Biden says he’s happy to debate Trump ahead of November’s election: President Biden says he will debate former President Trump ahead of this year’s election ...

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Hackers claim to have infiltrated Belarus' main security service: A Belarusian hacker activist group claims to have infiltrated the network of the country’s main ...

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