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«The Rio Times» 

Brazil’s Congress Weakens Lula’s $11.5 Billion Budget Cut Plan

Brazil’s economy stands at a crossroads. President Lula’s ambitious plan to slash 70 billion reais ($11.5 billion) in spending has hit a snag in Congress. The Lower House approved a watered-down version of the proposal, potentially undermining efforts to stabilize public finances. The revised plan retains some key elements. It blocks the expansion of tax […]

Red Rants 

'Every fan saw..': Former UCL winner delivers 'body language' verdict on Rashford situation

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has reacted to Marcus Rashford’s potential exit. Rashford made a landslide announcement that he is willing to try a new challenge elsewhere. Speaking on his YouTube channel, Ferdinand said: “When this kid [Rashford] came onto the scene, he was an absolute breath of fresh air. He was a joke. […]

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New York Post 

Progressives aim to destroy NYC’s top high schools in the name of ‘equity’

Mayor Adams and schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos sound confident that the city Panel for Education Policy will OK the contract for an admissions test for Gotham's elite public high schools when it meets Wednesday night, but that will only be one small setback for the progressive war on these schools.

Economictimes.indiatimes.com 

Third eye: Requests for unusual items, clearing the air and no free travel

Security personnel at the Parliament complex frequently encounter prohibited items like nail cutters and vapes. Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh power minister AK Sharma clarified infrequent Delhi visits amidst rumors of a rift with CM Yogi Adityanath. Indian Railways refuted claims of free travel during Kumbh Mela, emphasizing that tickets are mandatory.

Americanbanker.com 

Big banks push global B2B payments

Morgan Stanley and ABN Amro tapped fintechs to improve cross-border transactions. That and a U.K. card fee cap highlight this week's roundup of payments news.

TheHill.com 

House, Senate conservatives back 2-step process to enact Trump agenda

House and Senate conservatives in a letter to their leaders Wednesday backed a two-step budget reconciliation process to enact President-elect Trump’s agenda that would begin with a border bill, leaving tax legislation for later. “Following President Trump’s decisive victory, House and Senate Republicans now have a responsibility to do everything we can to help the...

Malawi Voice.com 

Philanthropist Lewis Kamundi Donates Likuni Phala to Children in Balaka

Philanthropist Lewis Kamundi has extended his generous support to the children of Kwithanda Village, Traditional Authority Msamala, in Balaka District. Kamundi, through his charity initiatives, made the donation to children who are suffering with acute malnutrition at Kwithanda Health Centre with an aim of enhancing their nutrition and well-being. The donation was handed over by […]

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Ttnews.com 

Ethanol Industry Nears Win for Year-Round E15 Access

Ethanol makers and corn growers have fought for more than a decade to expand access to E15 amid fierce opposition from oil refining states. That opposition has eased some with the rise of EVs.

Top Stories (uk) - Google News (ru) 

Toddler named after Smethwick fatal 'hit-and-run' as police issue update - Birmingham Live

  1. Toddler named after Smethwick fatal 'hit-and-run' as police issue update  Birmingham Live
  2. West Midlands police seek Porsche driver after two-year-old dies in collision  The Guardian
  3. Man arrested after boy, 2, died following hit-and-run involving stolen Porsche  The Independent
  4. Two-year-old boy killed in hit-and-run collision involving stolen Porsche  Sky News
  5. Man appears in court charged with killing two-year-old boy in hit-and-run  Express & Star

Timesofindia.indiatimes.com (sports) 

Bigg Boss 18: Shrutika Arjun becomes the new 'Time God'; actress gets major immunity from nominations

Shrutika Arjun emerged as the Time God in Bigg Boss Season 18 after winning two consecutive tasks. Her team's victory in creating Avinash Mishra's portrait and her individual success in the fruit-gathering task secured her immunity for two weeks. This win strengthens her position as a strong contender for the finale and fans are rallying behind her.

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

Giants QB Drew Lock in line to start vs. Falcons

(Photo credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images) New York Giants quarterback Drew Lock is on track to start on Sunday against rookie Michael Penix Jr. and the host Atlanta Falcons, head coach Brian Daboll said Wednesday. Lock sat out the Giants' 35-14 loss to the visiting Baltimore Ravens last Sunday due to heel and left elbow injuries. Tommy DeVito started against the Ravens and sustained a concussion late in the second

«The Rio Times» 

Colombia’s Economic Rebound: Agriculture Leads the Way

Colombia’s economy grew by 2.9% in October 2024, outpacing September’s 1.21% increase. This growth, driven largely by agriculture, signals a potential turning point for the nation’s economic landscape. The agricultural sector’s 10.7% expansion in the third quarter of 2024 stands out as a key factor. This growth pushed agricultural production to a record 16,991.38 billion […]

BigNewsNetwork.com (sports) 

CM Manik Saha inaugurates 'Khelo Tripura Para Games 2024'

Agartala (Tripura) [India], December 18 (ANI): Chief Minister Manik Saha on Wednesday inaugurated 'Khelo Tripura Para Games 2024' in Agartala. As many as 343 para-athletes from all eight districts of Tripura are participating in the two-day state-level game being organized at Swami Vivekananda Maidan from December 18 to 19. Taking to the social media platform X Manik Saha wrote, "Divyang brothers and sisters are moving fo