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22 Jan 2025
#politics
Forbes: Trump Administration Moves To Shut Down Federal DEI Initiatives And Put Staffers On Leave
President Trump has ordered the closure of all federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) offices, effective immediately. Staff overseeing these initiatives are to be placed on paid leave, and agencies must dismantle related programs and remove associated online content by the end of the day.
A memo from the Office of Personnel Management outlines the process for this directive, requiring agencies to report on DEI-related staff and contracts. The administration claims these programs foster division and waste taxpayer money, urging employees to report any attempts to disguise DEI initiatives.
#foreignaffairs
Times Of Israel: Trump considering Mideast visit but ‘not yet,’ again claims credit for hostage deal
President Trump is contemplating a visit to the Middle East following the recent hostage-ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas. His envoy, Steve Witkoff, plans to oversee the accord's implementation in Gaza. Trump emphasized his administration's role in facilitating the deal, which resulted in the release of three Israeli hostages.
The ceasefire, part of a framework initially proposed by Biden, includes the release of 33 Israeli hostages and nearly 2,000 Palestinian detainees. Trump criticized the previous administration's efforts and signed an executive order to roll back sanctions on Israeli settlers. He is also pursuing a normalization agreement between Israel and Saudi Arabia.
#economy
Le Monde: Trump says EU 'in for tariffs,' warns of 10% rate on China
President Trump announced plans to impose tariffs on the European Union and a potential 10% duty on Chinese imports starting February 1. He cited trade imbalances and fentanyl trafficking as reasons for these measures, asserting that fairness in trade requires such actions.
In response, both China and the EU expressed their intent to defend their interests. China's foreign ministry emphasized that trade wars yield no winners, while the EU's economy commissioner stated a readiness to negotiate while upholding their principles.
#crime
The Telegraph: In 2001, an island paradise was flooded with cocaine – and lost a generation to addiction
In June 2001, São Miguel, the largest Azores island, experienced an unusual event as hundreds of packages of pure cocaine washed ashore. Fisherman Telmo Mineiro recalls discovering a brick of cocaine while hunting for sea urchins, initially mistaking it for chalk to mark a football pitch.
The influx of cocaine led to tales of teenagers carrying bags of the substance through the streets, highlighting the extraordinary nature of the situation. While some stories may be exaggerated, the sheer volume of drugs found on the island remains a notable incident.
GB News: Police say they were 'gagged' by CPS over Southport stabbings and warned not to release details on Axel Rudakubana
Merseyside Police were restricted from releasing critical information about Southport killer Axel Rudakubana, including his background and details of a terrorist document found at his home. Detectives expressed frustration over the limitations imposed by the Crown Prosecution Service.
Rudakubana has pleaded guilty to the murders of three young girls at a holiday club. Police believe that more transparency could help reduce speculation and conspiracy theories surrounding the case.
GB News: Boy, 14, arrested on suspicion of murder after 12-year-old died in stabbing attack
A 14-year-old boy has been arrested for the murder of a 12-year-old who was fatally stabbed in Birmingham. The victim was found with serious injuries and later died in the hospital. West Midlands Police are investigating and appealing for witnesses and evidence.
The incident coincides with discussions in Parliament about the ineffectiveness of current knife sale bans for under-18s. Home Secretary Yvette Cooper highlighted that even individuals with prior convictions can easily purchase knives online, prompting calls for stronger regulations in upcoming legislation.