THE AMERICA ONE NEWS
Jun 24, 2025 |
0
| Remer,MNSponsor: QWIKET
Sponsor: QWIKET
Sponsor: QWIKET: Sports Knowledge
Sponsor: QWIKET: Elevate your fantasy game! Interactive Sports Knowledge.
Sponsor: QWIKET: Elevate your fantasy game! Interactive Sports Knowledge and Reasoning Support for Fantasy Sports and Betting Enthusiasts.
topic
America One News
19 Dec 2024
#politics
The Economist: German politicians are talking tough, but offering little
German political leaders are intensifying their rhetoric as they gear up for the February 23 election, following the collapse of a three-party coalition. Despite initial pledges for a fair campaign, tensions are high, with Chancellor Olaf Scholz criticizing opponents for their lack of "moral maturity."
As the election approaches, the parties are scaling back their ambitions, focusing more on personal attacks rather than substantive policy discussions. This shift raises questions about the effectiveness of their campaigns and the future of German politics.
The Economist: France’s new prime minister faces a looming mess
France is entering 2025 with its fourth prime minister of the year, François Bayrou, who has been tasked with forming a government amid a challenging political landscape. Currently, there is only an emergency rollover budget in place, leaving the country in need of a stable government to address its financial issues.
Despite Bayrou's experience, he faces significant hurdles in broadening the coalition and establishing a lasting administration. The political instability raises concerns about France's ability to manage its public finances effectively.
#society
The Telegraph: German ‘diversity’ Christmas market banned for selling Hamas gifts
A German Evangelical Church congregation is under investigation for hosting an "anti-colonial" Christmas market featuring banned Hamas symbols. Prosecutors are looking into allegations of "incitement to hatred" after the market sold items like keyrings with the Hamas emblem and pro-Palestine slogans.
The event, described as a peace-supporting market, included traditional festive offerings alongside controversial merchandise that erases Israel from maps and promotes Palestinian causes.
#crime
GB News: Monster of Avignon: Dominique Pelicot found guilty as 50 men face verdicts in mass rape trial
Dominique Pelicot has been found guilty of drugging his ex-wife, Gisèle Pelicot, allowing multiple men to rape her over nearly a decade. He faces charges including aggravated rape and indecent images of family members.
Fifty other men are also on trial, with most found guilty of aggravated rape. Sentencing for Pelicot and the others is pending, with prosecution seeking 10 to 18 years for the defendants.