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4 Mar 2025
#politics
Fox News: Reporter's Noteboook: Sorting it out
Congress faces multiple fiscal challenges, including a looming government shutdown deadline on March 14, 2025, and the need to finalize a budget framework. House Speaker Mike Johnson and President Trump support a year-long Continuing Resolution to maintain current funding levels, but some conservatives oppose this approach.
Additionally, the debt ceiling, currently around $36 trillion, remains a separate issue that could impact financial markets. With the government having reached this limit, Congress must navigate these intertwined issues to avoid a shutdown and manage fiscal responsibilities effectively.
Fox News: Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass recall effort launches
A recall effort against Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has launched, driven by dissatisfaction over her handling of January's Pacific Palisades wildfires while she was abroad. The campaign aims to gather signatures from 15% of registered voters to trigger a special election.
Critics cite budget cuts to the Los Angeles Fire Department and Bass's recent firing of Fire Chief Kirstin Crowley as key issues. Bass has stated she was unaware of the fires' severity during her trip, while a Change.org petition for her resignation has gained over 176,000 signatures.
#society
GB News: West Midlands news: Neighbour row explodes after builders refused to follow plans on new home
A home extension in Solihull, West Midlands, is under review after builders deviated from approved plans. The original approval included a single-storey rear extension, but a larger extension was constructed, prompting 13 objections from neighbors regarding privacy, light, and overdevelopment.
Despite the concerns, planning officers recommended granting retrospective consent, stating the amended proposal is visually acceptable and will not harm neighboring properties. The planning committee will reconsider the application at a public meeting on March 5.
#foreignaffairs
The Telegraph: BBC boss won’t rule out putting Gaza film back on iPlayer
The BBC's director-general, Tim Davie, acknowledged "serious flaws" in the controversial Gaza documentary, which was pulled after it was revealed that the child narrator is the son of a senior Hamas official. He expressed frustration over losing trust in the film and stated that a thorough review is underway.
Davie did not rule out the possibility of the documentary returning to iPlayer but emphasized the need for a careful assessment. The BBC has received numerous complaints regarding bias and has committed to a broader review of its Middle East coverage.
#economy
Le Monde: How Russia circumvents Western sanctions by creating its own parallel economy
Despite three years of Western sanctions, Russia has adapted and established a parallel global economy, posing challenges for the West. The Russian Central Bank reports that over 80% of foreign trade is now conducted in rubles or friendly currencies, primarily the yuan, utilizing new financial schemes beyond Western control.
A report from the Center for Analysis and Strategies in Europe highlights the West's inability to effectively monitor these sanctions since the onset of Russia's military actions in Ukraine. The findings, based on testimonies from Russian businessmen, reveal increasingly complex financial mechanisms that complicate regulatory efforts in Europe.
Forbes: Trump Threatens More Tariffs Against Canada—Here’s How The New Levies Could Impact Prices
President Trump has threatened reciprocal tariffs against Canada after Prime Minister Trudeau announced a 25% tariff on $107 billion worth of U.S. goods in retaliation for Trump's tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports. This could lead to price increases on various consumer goods, including food, gas, and cars.
Economists predict that the tariffs could raise consumer prices significantly, with estimates suggesting a potential annual cost increase of $1,200 per household. Canada and Mexico are major suppliers of essential goods, and the tariffs may disrupt supply chains and impact the economy.
The Economist: Britain’s government may be about to waste its best chance of success
Britain's government is poised to introduce a bill aimed at unblocking house building to stimulate economic growth. However, critics argue that the proposed measures are too cautious and may squander a crucial opportunity for progress, reminiscent of post-war housing initiatives.
The emphasis on housing as a priority has historical roots, with past leaders like Winston Churchill advocating for it as essential for national recovery. The current approach may not meet the urgent needs of a changing economy.
The Western Journal: Big Economic Win: Trump Secures Foreign Investment That Dwarfs What Biden Bragged About
President Trump announced a $100 billion investment by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) to expand chip manufacturing in the U.S., highlighting a shift from reliance on federal grants under Biden to a strategy leveraging tariffs to encourage domestic production.
This investment follows TSMC's previous $65 billion commitment in Arizona, partially funded by U.S. tax dollars. Trump's administration aims to bring semiconductor manufacturing back to America, using tariffs as a tool to enforce compliance from foreign companies.
#military
Times Of Israel: Shin Bet probe: Oct. 7 would have been prevented if we’d acted differently
The Shin Bet security agency's investigation into its failures prior to the October 7 Hamas attack revealed serious internal and external shortcomings. Agency chief Ronen Bar stated that different actions could have prevented the massacre, citing unclear responsibilities with the IDF and a defensive policy towards Gaza.
The report highlighted a lack of effective intelligence integration and a misjudgment of Hamas's capabilities. While the Shin Bet had a deep understanding of the threat, it failed to act on warning signs, leading to a catastrophic outcome. Bar emphasized the need for a broader inquiry into security and political cooperation to prevent future failures.