Tuesday October 22, 2024
Politics
"Legal Concerns Arise as Giveaway Targets Registered Voters Amidst Controversy Over Voter Registration Ethics"

It's illegal to pay people to register to vote. The giveaway participants must be registered voters.

"Democratic Giants Unite Behind Harris as Republican Leaders Sidestep Trump"

As the Democratic establishment, including four presidents, rallies behind Harris, Republican old guard ignores Trump, or works against him.

"Community Mourns Slain Activist Priest Marcelo Pérez, Champion for Indigenous Rights and Farm Laborers in Chiapas"

Catholic priest Marcelo Pérez was killed in the southern Mexico state of Chiapas. Hundreds gathered Monday to mourn the priest.

"US Secretary of State Antony Blinken Embarks on Middle East Journey to Advance Peace Efforts"

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken departed Monday for Israel and other unspecified countries in the Middle East. U.S. seeks to move forward on efforts to resolve the conflict.

"PDP Questions Ondo Governor Aiyedatiwa's Expenditure Amid APC Criticism"

The Ondo State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has queried the expenditure of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration in the past 10 months.

"Russia Launches Investigation into Reported Downing of Cargo Jet by Sudan's Paramilitary Forces"

Russia is investigating reports of a cargo jet being shot down in Sudan. Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) claimed responsibility for the incident.

"Daniel Lurie Gains Momentum in San Francisco Mayoral Race as New Polls Show Strong Support Ahead of Election Day"

Levi Strauss heir Daniel Lurie is running for mayor of San Francisco. Lurie faces three other candidates in the mayoral race.

"Former President's Campaign Advocates for Controversial Changes It Once Opposed During 2020 Pandemic"

The former president's campaign has pushed for changes that mirror the ones he attacked when implemented in 2020.

"California Takes a Swing at Conservatives with Bold New Child Care Legislation"

California released a snarky news release touting the state's recently signed child care and women's issues.

"Australian Lawmaker Offers Free Printed Portraits of King Charles III Ahead of Royal Visit"

Lawmaker Patrick Gorman posted on social media offering free printed portraits of the British royal. King Charles III was due to arrive in Australia last week.

"Prime Minister Heads to Samoa for Landmark Gathering of 56 Nations' Leaders"

Prime Minister will travel to Samoa this week for the biennial gathering of heads of government for the 56 nations.

"Renowned Economist Prof. Pat Utomi Declares Nation in Crisis, Urges Urgent Need for Innovative Solutions"

Renowned economist, Prof Pat Utomi, has claimed that the nation is presently a failure, made worse by the lack of alternative thinking to turn things around.

"Contradictory Choices: Why Some Latino Voters Buck Trends and Support Trump Despite His Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric"

Trump has a habit of spewing hateful comments about immigrants. So why are some Latinos planning to vote for him?

"Former Peruvian President Alejandro Toledo Sentenced to 20.5 Years Over Odebrecht Corruption Scandal"

Former President Alejandro Toledo was sentenced to 20 years and six months in prison. Toledo was convicted in a case involving Brazilian construction giant Odebrecht.

"Palestinian Authority Meets Israeli Demands for Extension of Key Banking Agreement"

PA has met Israeli requirements for Smotrich to extend corresponding banking deal.

"Trump and GOP Intensify Anti-Trans Campaigning as 2024 Election Approaches"

Former President Donald Trump and his Republican allies are aggressively pushing anti-trans messaging in the final stretch of the 2024 election.

"President Biden Expresses Deep Concern Over Potential Leak of U.S. Intelligence on Israeli Plans Against Iran"

Biden is "deeply concerned" by the possible leak of U.S. intelligence documents, spokesman says. The documents reportedly detail Israeli preparations for an attack on Iran.

"Prime Minister Declares Asbestos an 'Awful Killer' During London Ambulance Visit, Urges Action to Mitigate Risks"

Prime Minister said asbestos was an 'awful killer' during a visit to a London Ambulance Service centre today.

"Dr. Phil McGraw and John Grisham Take the Stand as Roberson’s Testimony Wavers Due to Subpoena Controversy"

Dr. Phil McGraw and John Grisham are among people testifying. Roberson's planned appearance was scrapped amid a dispute over his subpoena.

"Westminster Voters Set to Elect New Faces in Upcoming City Council Races"

Westminster voters will pick winners in two City Council races next month. At least one of those races will bring a new person to the dais. In the battle to represent council District 2, incumbent is incumbent.