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A mysterious meeting with Syrian president is at the center of spy chief's nomination fight
Tulsi Gabbard is facing renewed scrutiny over her 2017 meeting with Syrian President Bashar Assad as she awaits her confirmation as President Trump's nominee for director of national intelligence. Senators are particularly interested in the details of her discussion with Assad and how it shapes her foreign policy views.
Trump¡¯s frenzied debut delights base as thornier decisions await
Donald Trump returns with bold executive orders, focusing on domestic issues and a dovish approach to China. His actions on birthright citizenship and rapid dismantling of diversity programs energize conservatives, while Democrats express dismay. Future plans, including tariffs, spark internal party debates and potential economic shifts.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez takes on Instagram with a brutal rant against Donald Trump before inauguration. 'Oh, are you triggered?'
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez criticizes President-elect Donald Trump, labeling his administration as the rise of '21st-century fascism,' drawing parallels to Viktor Orb¨¢n¡¯s Hungary. She condemns TikTok's alleged collaboration with Trump and Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg¡¯s actions, expressing concern over increased right-wing influence on social media.
TikTok says it will go dark on Sunday in US without Joe Biden¡¯s assurance
The Supreme Court upheld a law banning TikTok in the US over national security concerns unless its Chinese parent ByteDance sells it. Without immediate assurances from the Biden administration, the app will go dark on January 19. Donald Trump has vowed to rescue TikTok after returning to presidency.
TikTok, five other Chinese firms hit by EU privacy complaints
Austrian advocacy group Noyb has filed privacy complaints against six Chinese companies, including TikTok and Shein, for unlawfully transferring European Union user data to China. Noyb seeks to suspend these data transfers and impose fines. The European Union's GDPR prohibits data transfers to countries that do not ensure similar data protection standards as the EU.
Pakistan's jailed former PM Imran Khan claims he was given chance to leave country on exile for 3 years
Pakistan's ex-Prime Minister Imran Khan, currently jailed, claimed he rejected an offer for three-year exile. He emphasized the importance of resolving Pakistan's issues internally. Khan has demanded the release of his detained workers and leaders, and criticized the current government and legal system, stressing the need for transparent investigations.
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Syria War: Bashar al-Assad's fall stuns the world: What lies ahead for Syria¡¯s fragile future?
Bashar Al Assad Fall: The abrupt fall of President Bashar al-Assad¡¯s regime ends five decades of Baath Party rule in Syria, following a decisive offensive by Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) and allied factions. While Damascus celebrated, the country faces an uncertain future, marked by deep divisions, displaced populations, and scepticism over HTS¡¯s governance. The regime¡¯s collapse also disrupts regional power dynamics, affecting the strategic interests of Russia, Iran, Turkey, and Israel. The challenges ahead underline the complexity of rebuilding a fragmented nation.
Syria's government battles multiple rebel uprisings
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's rule is facing a severe challenge as rebels advance toward Damascus. Iran, a key ally, is reportedly reducing military support. Multiple rebel groups are gaining ground across Syria, capturing cities and provinces, while government forces retreat. The US Embassy urges American citizens to leave the country amid escalating violence.
Before exiting, Joe Biden heads to Africa to highlight his own counter to China. Will Donald Trump take it up?
President Joe Biden is visiting Africa for the first time during his presidency to promote the Lobito Corridor railway project in Zambia, Congo, and Angola. This initiative aims to strengthen US influence in a region dominated by China through the development of a critical minerals supply chain.
'Women officers have poor interpersonal skills, complain too much': Lt General Rajeev Puri, calls for a performance review
Lt Gen Rajeev Puri has raised serious concerns about the leadership abilities of women commanding officers in the Indian Army. In a letter to Eastern Army Command, he pointed out issues such as poor interpersonal relations, over-centralisation of decision-making, and a lack of empathy. He recommended gender-neutral policies and a focus on training and performance reviews to improve command effectiveness.
¡®Nostradamus¡¯ of US election, Allan Lichtman, quits X; blames Musk, misinformation for getting prediction wrong
Allan Lichtman, a historian known for accurately forecasting nine of the last ten US presidential elections, faced backlash after incorrectly predicting Kamala Harris¡¯s victory in the latest election. Lichtman blamed disinformation, particularly online narratives amplified by Elon Musk and conservative media, for his error. Following a heated on-air debate with commentator Cenk Uygur, Lichtman announced his exit from X, choosing Bluesky as his new platform. His reliance on the ¡°13 keys¡± model has sparked fresh scrutiny of election forecasting in the digital age.
If Rahul truly wishes to address plight of journalists, he should...: Mumbai Press Club on LoP's "slave" remarks
Raising concerns on Congress MP Rahul Gandhi's "slave" remarks on journalists in a rally in Maharashtra, Mumbai Press Club emphasised that the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha should prioritize tangible measures to address the challenges faced by journalists, rather than just making statements.
We need a British Trump: Ex-PM Elizabeth Truss
Former British Prime Minister Liz Truss advocated for a "British Trump" at the HT Leadership Summit 2024, suggesting the UK needs a similar movement to enact significant change. Truss praised India's growing global influence and emphasized the need for a strong UK-India partnership, particularly in light of China's rising power.
The man who shaped China's strongman rule has a new job: Winning Taiwan
Wang Huning, a longtime ideological adviser in China, has influenced party doctrine for three decades, advising three leaders, including Xi Jinping. Known for his adaptability and strategic acumen, he now focuses on Taiwan, seeking to integrate the island with mainland China amid growing tensions.
Want to spy against China, Xi Jinping and earn huge bucks? CIA is recruiting; here's how you can apply
The Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) is ramping up its recruitment of Chinese nationals in response to rising dissatisfaction with President Xi Jinping¡¯s administration. Recently, the agency disseminated Chinese-language recruitment materials across major social media platforms, including Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube, Telegram, and X, outlining how potential informants can securely contact the CIA.
Detention of Sonam Wangchuk, other Ladakhis unacceptable: Rahul Gandhi
The Congress party criticizes the Modi government for detaining climate activist Sonam Wangchuk and other Ladakhis who were peacefully marching to Delhi demanding Sixth Schedule status for Ladakh. Leaders including Rahul Gandhi and Priyanka Gandhi Vadra term the actions as undemocratic and accuse the government of silencing dissent.
Trump should seize power even if he loses U.S Elections, a quarter of Republicans think like that
A survey reveals that a quarter of Republicans think Trump ought to take office even in the event that he loses the 2024 race. His supporters' growing authoritarian impulses and mistrust of election sources are linked to this viewpoint.
Xi Jinping exposes cracks in China's governance model
President Vladimir Putin emphasized Russia and China's commitment to a more democratic multipolar world order during his visit to China. Critics point to Xi Jinping's concentration of power, erosion of norms, and struggles in maintaining control over the PLA, raising concerns about China's governance model.
Pope Francis approves blessings for same-sex couples, ritual not to be confused with sacrament of marriage
Pope Francis sparks a crucial shift in Vatican policy, officially allowing the blessing of same-sex couples. A new document goes through the delicate balance between affirming God's love for all while emphasizing the traditional view of marriage as a sacred commitment between a man and a woman.
Authoritarian vs Laissez-Faire Leadership: Pros and Cons
Authoritarian leadership provides clear direction, quick decision-making, accountability, and order. However, it can stifle creativity, lower morale, increase turnover, and create resentment among team members. On the other hand, laissez-faire leadership encourages creativity, high morale, flexibility, and the development of leadership skills. However, it may lack direction, lead to chaos, accountability issues, and the risk of exploitation. Both styles have their pros and cons, and effective leadership requires adaptability and a balance between the two approaches.
View: How to not control a Pandemic
Locked down since March 28, Shanghai residents are feeling the heat of a draconian move, and airing their anger and frustration on Weibo, the Chinese social media platform. Police personnel in hazmat (hazardous materials) suits can be seen in videos patrolling near-empty streets.
James Bond has no time for China: Hollywood¡¯s supine approach can help tackle a larger problem
No major Hollywood release has portrayed China in a substantially negative light.
Seeking global recognition, Taliban take a new approach: Making nice
The public relations push marks a new chapter in the Taliban's struggle, one nearly as high stakes as any on the battlefield.
West Bengal FM Amit Mitra: Authoritarian and majoritarian approach taking over GST Council
The majoritarian approach was leading to an impasse in the Council, he said, giving instances of Council members not being informed of the GST Council meeting not taking place for seven months, proposals on zero-rating of Covid related material given by Council members not being discussed in detail in the meeting held last week.
Joe Biden¡¯s maiden ¡®strategic guidance¡¯ outlines policy to counter assertive and authoritarian China
The Biden Administration has in the Guidance claimed that by restoring US credibility and reasserting forward-looking global leadership, it will ensure that America, not a more assertive and authoritarian China, sets the international agenda, working alongside countries like India to shape new norms and agreements globally that advance its interests and reflect its values.
As end approaches, Trump gets doses of flattery, finality
Trump himself keeps to the Oval Office, still fighting the Election Day results and offering scant acknowledgement of the death and suffering Americans are bearing in the darkest hours of the COVID-19 pandemic.
US seeks new 'alliance of democracies' to take on authoritarian Chinese regime: Pompeo
Echoing President Donald Trump that the US has had "enough" with China, Pompeo announced "distrust and verify" as US' new rules of engagement with the Chinese Communist Party and called on all nations to insist on reciprocity, transparency and accountability from them.
Comparing Indira Gandhi with Narendra Modi for being authoritarian incorrect: Jairam Ramesh
Ramesh said Modi is "not even an Atal Bihari Vajpayee or an L K Advani", who, according to him, were more 'Nehruvian' in their outlook.
No big brotherly approach on Nepal, want early solution: India
Sushma Swaraj rubbished the charge that India was imposing a blockade of supplies.
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