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America One News
12 May 2025
#politics
Liberty Nation News: The Big Beautiful Bill: House GOP Has a Plan – Part of One, Anyway - Liberty Nation News
House Republicans have reached a preliminary agreement on a tax plan, addressing key issues like increasing the child tax credit and adjusting estate tax thresholds. However, contentious topics such as SALT caps and new tax brackets remain unresolved, complicating the path forward.
Despite these challenges, the GOP is moving towards finalizing the bill, with markup expected soon. The plan aims to solidify elements of Trump's 2017 tax reforms and potentially includes measures to defund abortion services. The timeline for completion has been pushed back, but progress is evident.
#society
The Telegraph: Bananas under threat as rising temperatures kill crops
Bananas face significant threats from climate change, with a report indicating that two-thirds of suitable growing areas in Latin America and the Caribbean could be lost by 2080. Rising temperatures, water shortages, and diseases like fusarium tropical race 4 are severely impacting banana production.
Christian Aid is calling for developed nations to reduce carbon emissions and provide climate finance to support affected farmers. The organization emphasizes the importance of bananas as a staple food and urges consumers to choose Fairtrade-certified bananas to ensure better compensation for growers.
Fox News: New York's Suffolk County approves law punishing convicted animal abusers if they own pets
Suffolk County, NY, has strengthened its animal cruelty laws, making it a Class A misdemeanor for convicted animal abusers to own pets. This law imposes penalties of up to a year in jail or a $1,000 fine, addressing a previous loophole that lacked enforcement measures.
The legislation, signed by County Executive Ed Romaine, aims to protect animals and was prompted by recent incidents of severe animal neglect. The county's animal abuser registry currently lists 30 offenders, who remain on the list for 10 years unless reoffending occurs.
GB News: Pensioner subjected to 'thought crime' raid to SUE Kent Police over arrest - 'Don't let them get away with it!'
Julian Foulkes, a retired special constable, plans to sue Kent Police after being wrongfully arrested for a social media post warning about rising antisemitism. Foulkes was detained for eight hours and issued a caution that the police later admitted was a mistake.
The Free Speech Union is funding his legal challenge, calling the arrest "inexcusable." Kent Police's Chief Constable has apologized and promised an investigation into the incident, which Foulkes claims has caused him significant distress.
#foreignaffairs
Liberty Nation News: Pakistan and India Pushed to the Brink Again – But Why This Time? - Liberty Nation News
Recent tensions between nuclear-armed India and Pakistan escalated after a terrorist attack in Indian-administered Kashmir, leading to India's airstrikes on Pakistani targets. The conflict, rooted in historical animosities and territorial disputes over Kashmir, prompted international mediation.
US officials, including Vice President JD Vance, played a key role in negotiating a ceasefire, although violations have continued. The situation highlights the risks of conflict between nuclear powers and the importance of diplomatic intervention to maintain regional stability.
#economy
Forbes: Sumitomo Mitsui Doubles Down On India With Plan To Buy Stake In Yes Bank For $1.6 Billion
Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC) will acquire a 20% stake in India's Yes Bank for 135 billion rupees ($1.6 billion), becoming its largest shareholder. The deal involves purchasing shares from State Bank of India and other banks, pending regulatory approvals.
This investment aims to enhance SMBC's presence in India, leveraging Yes Bank's extensive network and services. Yes Bank, which has recovered from past financial troubles, anticipates benefiting from SMBC's global expertise and governance standards.