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πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

U.S. Senate Committee Approves Trump’s New Nominee for Homeland Security

The U.S. Senate's Homeland Security Committee has voted to advance the nomination of Markwayne Mullin, nominated by President Donald Trump, to lead the Department of Homeland Security.

Mar 19 β€’ 23:41 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Markwayne Mullin's Nomination, Kristi Noem's Successor in National Security, Advances in the US Senate

Markwayne Mullin's nomination to lead the Department of Homeland Security has moved forward in the Senate despite opposition from committee chairman Rand Paul due to concerns over Mullin's temperament.

Mar 19 β€’ 15:12 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Mullin survives bruising hearing with Democratic help, inches one step closer to becoming next DHS chief

Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination for DHS chief progresses with pivotal Democratic support amidst a contentious Senate hearing.

Mar 19 β€’ 13:50 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

'Tell me to my face': Top moments in Mullin's heated confirmation hearing to be Trump's next DHS chief

Sen. Markwayne Mullin's nomination hearing to lead the Department of Homeland Security was marked by significant tension, challenging exchanges, and looming deadlines set by President Trump.

Mar 19 β€’ 09:30 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Sen. Rand Paul says Trump’s DHS pick, Markwayne Mullin, is 'unfit' for the job after heated hearing exchange

Sen. Rand Paul criticized Markwayne Mullin, President Trump's nominee for Department of Homeland Security, calling him 'unfit' following a contentious hearing exchange.

Mar 18 β€’ 23:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Sen Rand Paul grills Mullin on past comments on assault: 'Tell it to my face'

Senator Rand Paul confronted fellow Republican Senator Markwayne Mullin about his past comments on political violence during a Homeland Security Committee hearing.

Mar 18 β€’ 15:11 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Rand Paul floats possible 2028 run, pushes back on Trump-era protectionism

Senator Rand Paul is considering a run for the 2028 presidential election while advocating for pro-trade policies over Trump's protectionism.

Mar 16 β€’ 15:44 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Rand Paul to oversee confirmation hearing of Trump's DHS pick who once blasted him as a 'snake'

Senator Rand Paul will oversee the upcoming confirmation hearing for President Trump's nominee to lead the Department of Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin, amidst their personal rift.

Mar 10 β€’ 16:32 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Quote of the Day, by Ayn Rand: "The question is not who is going to let me, but who is going to stop me"

Ayn Rand's quote emphasizes the importance of initiative and self-determination, urging individuals to take action rather than wait for permission from others.

Mar 10 β€’ 00:33 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Petrol Prices Could Skyrocket in April

South African drivers may face petrol price increases of up to R8 per litre in April due to rising global oil prices and a weakening rand.

Mar 6 β€’ 13:33 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

SEN RAND PAUL: America is at warβ€”but Americans didn’t vote for it

Senator Rand Paul criticizes the lack of Congressional debate and public vote before the U.S. entered a new war in the Middle East, arguing that the American people were not consulted and do not know the implications of this military engagement.

Mar 5 β€’ 12:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Cash Crunch Blocks Joburg Water Fix

Johannesburg Water faces a severe financial crisis that hampers its ability to fix critical water infrastructure.

Feb 24 β€’ 07:34 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: Herring Drain in Toila: Viru Ranna employees Can No Longer Bear to Look at Herring

Viru Ranna employees in Toila handle thousands of herring daily, overwhelmed by high demand yet struggling to meet orders.

Feb 24 β€’ 04:59 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

ANDRES RAND ⟩ If urban space belongs to everyone, it also belongs to those who need a car

Andres Rand argues that the urban space should accommodate all, including car drivers, amidst ongoing discussions on the societal role of vehicles.

Feb 21 β€’ 14:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Rand Water Granted Temporary Boost to Stabilise Gauteng Supply

The South African government has authorized Rand Water to increase water abstraction from the Integrated Vaal River System to address water shortages in Gauteng due to recent supply disruptions.

Feb 20 β€’ 07:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Quick Explainer - What Causes Changes in the Rand Exchange Rate?

The article explains the factors influencing the fluctuations in the South African rand exchange rate, focusing on the impact of commodity prices and the weakening US dollar.

Feb 20 β€’ 07:04 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Rand Paul calls out Katie Couric’s β€˜less than 14%’ migrant crime defense, gives her a reality check

Rand Paul confronted Katie Couric over her assertion that less than 14% of migrants charged or convicted of violent crimes minimizes the dangers of illegal immigration.

Feb 12 β€’ 12:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

ANDRES RAND ⟩ Has Autogeenius revealed its new, anti-car face?

An opinion piece criticizes Tallinn's city government for being too accommodating to car drivers, despite the outlet's focus on automotive enthusiasts.

Feb 9 β€’ 12:00 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
World

Is a Western investment bonanza on the cards for war-torn Ukraine?

The RAND Corporation highlights Ukraine as a better investment opportunity than Russia for Western businesses, despite potential caveats.

Feb 3 β€’ 13:22 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Rand Paul says 'without question' trust has been broken after Minnesota shooting

Sen. Rand Paul expressed serious concerns regarding the Trump administration's response to the shooting of Alex Pretti, stating that trust has been irrevocably damaged due to the accusations made against Pretti by administration officials.

Feb 2 β€’ 12:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Rand Paul says GOP colleagues 'don’t give a s‑‑t about these people in the boats': They 'say they’re pro-life'

Senator Rand Paul criticized Republican colleagues for their lack of concern over fatalities in boat strikes linked to alleged fentanyl trafficking, challenging their 'pro-life' stance on the matter.

Jan 14 β€’ 02:55 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
World

Rand Paul says Trump's threat to bomb Iran 'is not the answer': Not the 'job of the American government'

Sen. Rand Paul criticized President Trump's threats to bomb Iran, suggesting that military action may not have the desired effect amid ongoing protests in the country.

Jan 12 β€’ 08:45 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί RT
National & Local

Trump’s Greenland threats will backfire – Republican senator

Republican Senator Rand Paul warns that President Trump's threats to use military force to acquire Greenland could jeopardize the possibility of a peaceful negotiation.

Jan 12 β€’ 06:19 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Rand Paul breaks with Trump on Venezuela, calls action β€˜war’ as Senate prepares constitutional showdown

Senator Rand Paul criticizes U.S. actions in Venezuela as equivalent to war, urging for Congressional debate on the war powers associated with the removal of Nicolas Maduro.

Jan 6 β€’ 20:11 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Rand Paul: Biden FBI tracked Catholic teacher with no Jan 6 ties in 'weaponized' probe

A congressional report reveals that under the Biden administration, the FBI investigated a Catholic school teacher based on an unverified tip linking her to the January 6 riots, despite her having no ties to the event.

Jan 6 β€’ 16:11 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Rand Paul blames rival Republican senator for Trump Venezuela interventions

Senator Rand Paul criticized President Trump for being influenced by Senator Lindsey Graham regarding U.S. interventions in Venezuela, recalling Trump's initial stance against foreign wars during the 2016 presidential campaign.

Jan 6 β€’ 14:06 UTC

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