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15 Dec 2024
#politics
Fox News: Trump taps Richard Grenell as presidential envoy for special missions, Edward S. Walsh as Ireland ambassador
President-elect Trump has announced key appointments for his second administration, including Richard Grenell as presidential envoy for special missions, focusing on regions like Venezuela and North Korea. Grenell previously served as the U.S. Ambassador to Germany and Acting Director of National Intelligence.
Additionally, Trump nominated Edward Sharp Walsh as the U.S. ambassador to Ireland. Walsh is noted for his success in construction and philanthropy, having previously chaired the New Jersey Schools Development Authority Board. These nominations await Senate approval.
The Western Journal: Zuckerberg, Bezos Among Tech Giants Kowtowing to Trump - Don't Be Fooled by the Friendly Gestures
Tech executives, including Mark Zuckerberg and Jeff Bezos, are making donations to President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration fund, signaling a shift in their approach. Experts suggest this is a strategic move to mitigate regulatory threats rather than a genuine change of heart.
Despite past tensions, these leaders are aligning with Trump to protect their business interests. Unlike Elon Musk, whose political stance has evolved more authentically, Zuckerberg and Bezos appear to be responding opportunistically to the political landscape.
Breitbart: Filmmaker Adam McKay Urges Leftists to 'De-Register' from Democrat Party over Pelosi Undermining AOC
Director Adam McKay is calling for Democrats to leave the party, criticizing leaders like Nancy Pelosi for stifling progressive figures such as Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez. He suggests that forming a third party is the only viable solution for the future.
McKay has previously condemned the Democratic establishment and its handling of various issues, while also facing scrutiny for his own lifestyle choices regarding climate change. Meanwhile, Pelosi has undergone surgery following a fall.
#society
Times Of Israel: Iran arrests female singer who performed on YouTube without hijab
Iranian authorities have arrested singer Parastoo Ahmady for performing a virtual concert on YouTube without a hijab. The concert, viewed over 1.4 million times, featured Ahmady in a sleeveless dress and was accompanied by male musicians.
Her lawyer reported uncertainty about the charges or her detention location. This incident highlights ongoing restrictions on women's performances and dress in Iran, particularly following protests over the death of Mahsa Amini in 2022.
GB News: Free speech row erupts as professor 'sacked' after writing paper which portrayed migrant workers in 'negative light'
Professor Steve Fothergill claims he was dismissed from Sheffield Hallam University after publishing research indicating that nearly half of jobs in former coal mining regions in Britain are held by migrant workers. He argues that the university's dissatisfaction with his findings constitutes an "assault on academic freedom."
The university denies any suppression of Fothergill's research, asserting that his contract was not renewed due to financial constraints affecting higher education. They maintain that they support free speech and academic freedom, countering claims of political correctness overriding academic integrity.
#economy
Le Monde: China: Xi Jinping brings finance to heel with arrests and salary caps
At a recent graduation ceremony, a finance professor at Jiao Tong University urged students not to be ashamed of their field, which is under scrutiny from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). The government is enforcing its "common prosperity" agenda, leading to investigations and arrests of top bank executives.
The crackdown includes significant salary reductions and public denunciations of the finance sector. High-profile cases, such as the sentencing of Liu Liange, former chairman of the Bank of China, highlight the CCP's commitment to combating corruption amid economic challenges.