Tag #Political Pressure

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Danish PM to Visit Greenland Amidst US Annexation Pressure

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen will travel to Greenland next week to address US pressure to annex the island, following protests in Denmark and the formation of a broad coalition government in Greenland to counter perceived US imperialism.

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Israeli Civil Service: No Evidence of "Deep State" Subversion

A recent study refuting "deep state" claims against Israel's senior civil service found that while officials face increased hostility from politicians since 2016, their responses range from passive acceptance to soft resistance, lacking evidence of active subversion.

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US Delegation Visits Greenland Amidst Tensions

A high-level US delegation, including the wife of Vice President JD Vance and key national security officials, will visit Greenland this week despite objections from Greenland and Denmark, escalating tensions and potentially accelerating Greenland's pursuit of independence from Denmark, though not f...

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Columbia University Cedes to Trump Administration Demands to Avoid Funding Cuts

Facing a threat of $400 million in funding cuts, Columbia University complied with nine demands from the Trump administration, including banning masks on campus and implementing stricter oversight of its Middle East Studies department, to avoid losing federal funds.

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Cyclone Alfred to Slash \$1.2 Billion from Australian Budget

Cyclone Alfred will cost the Australian federal budget \$1.2 billion and slow economic growth, while think tanks urge significant reforms to address long-term economic challenges amid global uncertainty.

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Gove Denies Attempting to Circumvent Regulator for Dyson Ventilator Bid During Pandemic

The UK Covid-19 inquiry heard allegations that Michael Gove attempted to expedite James Dyson's ventilator bid during the pandemic by circumventing regulatory processes, a claim Gove denies; emails revealed attempts to fast-track approval, raising concerns about political influence on health decisio...

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U.K.'s Post-Brexit Visa System Hindering Business Recruitment

The U.K.'s post-Brexit Skilled Worker Visa system, designed to manage skilled labor immigration, is creating significant difficulties for businesses trying to recruit foreign workers due to its complexity, according to David Winnie, a partner at Gilson Gray.

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Trump Administration Threatens to Block Media Mergers over DEI Policies

The Trump administration, through FCC Chairman Brendan Carr, is threatening to block media mergers involving companies with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives, citing concerns about "invidious DEI" practices, a move that is unprecedented and lacks a clear definition of what constitut...

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Trump's Pressure on Law Firms Exposes US Legal System Vulnerabilities

Donald Trump's executive orders target law firms deemed political opponents; Perkins Coie is suing, while Paul Weiss conceded, pledging $40 million in pro bono work, highlighting a split within the legal profession and concerns over the rule of law.

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Columbia University Yields to Trump Administration Demands After $400 Million Funding Loss

Facing $400 million in lost federal funding due to allegations of antisemitism at pro-Palestinian protests, Columbia University agreed to Trump administration demands including mask restrictions, increased campus police, and departmental oversight, disciplining students involved in building occupati...

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EU Weakens 2035 Combustion Engine Ban Amidst Industry Pressure

Facing economic headwinds and political pressure, the European Commission softened 2024 emission targets for cars and will review its 2035 ban on combustion engine vehicles earlier than planned, despite initial approval by all member states in 2023, creating uncertainty about the future of the EU's ...

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Nonprofits Remove LGBTQ+ References Amidst Funding Pressure

Facing potential loss of federal funding, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center and RAINN removed references to transgender people from their websites, sparking widespread criticism from other organizations and highlighting the financial pressures on nonprofits combating sexual violence.

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