Day: January 21, 2023
Prince William ‘humbled’ by video call with Australian flood victims
The next in line to the throne has held a video call with first-responders and locals saying the devastation seems “to be occurring more often”.
Jacinda Ardern’s Quitting Was Personal, but Also Political
In parliamentary systems like New Zealand’s, it is the norm for leaders to step down when doing so may serve their party’s electoral prospects. In other political systems, leaving office early is rare.
China plays down COVID outbreak with holiday rush at full tilt – Reuters
China plays down COVID outbreak with holiday rush at full tilt ReutersView Full Coverage on Google News
US and Allies Load Ukraine with Armor and Weapons Ahead of Expected Russian Offensive
The 11-month-old war may be approaching a crucial inflection point as intelligence points to Russia working and planning to rebuild its military.
Jacinda Ardern bids emotional farewell as Chris Hipkins becomes New Zealand prime minister – CNN
Jacinda Ardern bids emotional farewell as Chris Hipkins becomes New Zealand prime minister CNNChris Hipkins sworn in as New Zealand prime minister – BBC News BBC NewsNew Zealand’s Prime Minister Chris Hipkins Faces Tough Road | Ti…
First US ‘March for Life’ anti-abortion rally since Roe vs Wade, eying Congress
A half century after Roe vs Wade, March for Life supporters on Friday celebrated the Supreme Court’s dismantling of that constitutional right to abortion and heralded the political struggle set loose by the court’s decision. President Joe Biden pledge…
US judge rules DeSantis violated Constitution but dismisses case
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis violated US and state constitutions in removing elected state attorney, judge finds.
Rishi Sunak Is Fined for Not Wearing a Seatbelt – The New York Times
Rishi Sunak Is Fined for Not Wearing a Seatbelt The New York TimesUK PM Rishi Sunak fined for not wearing seat belt in moving car; local police confirms offence WIONRishi Sunak fined for not wearing seatbelt in back of car &n…
Grand Illusion Cinema building for sale in Seattle’s University District
For sale: The building that holds this independent, single-screen arthouse theater in Seattle. Staff at the nonprofit theater learned of the sale listing this week.