Mayor Bass removes LAFD Chief Kristin Crowley over handling of Palisades fire
Mayor Bass has appointed former Chief Deputy Ronnie Villanueva, a 41-year-old LAFD veteran, as interim fire chief.
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How much will a $10,000 CD earn by 2026?
You could see hefty returns on a CD at today’s rates. Here’s how much interest a $10,000 deposit could earn.
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Will the expected IRS cuts delay my 2025 tax refund?
Tax accountants urge Americans to file early this year to avoid delays in getting your 2025 tax refund.
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NEP row: Tamil Nadu chief minister M K Stalin talks of not paying central taxes
Tamil Nadu CM M K Stalin criticized the Modi govt over the NEP and withholding of funds, threatening to stop tax collections sent to the Centre. Stalin accused the Union govt of undermining state rights and development. Union Education Minister Pradhan urged TN to prioritize students and avoid politicizing education.
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SC rejects decades-old ‘both handsintact’ requirement to study MBBS
The Supreme Court of India has directed the National Medical Commission to revise its outdated ‘both hands intact’ requirement for MBBS aspirants, describing it as ableist. The court emphasized functional assessment of candidates and urged NMC to consider clinical accommodations and assistive technologies, ensuring equal opportunities for persons with disabilities to pursue medical courses.
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Bhutan PM likens Indian counterpart’s governance to that of Bodhisattvas
PM Modi highlighted the importance of leadership in various sectors at the SOUL conclave, aiming to foster leaders ready for disruptive changes. Bhutanese PM Tobgay praised Modi’s governance and sought guidance to reform Bhutan’s bureaucracy. Tobgay also discussed the Gelephu Mindfulness City project, crediting Bhutan’s King and Modi’s support, inviting Indian businesses to invest.
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US has bankrolled RSS since 1960s: Congress
The AICC accused the BJP and RSS of taking American funds since the 60s to destabilize Congress governments. They claimed the $21 million in USAID funds mentioned by BJP were intended for Bangladesh, and questioned the lack of government oversight on such international finances impacting regional stability.
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ATF chief legal counsel fired by Bondi in latest Justice Department shakeup
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms‘ (ATF) chief legal counsel was fired by Attorney General Pam Bondi on Thursday, the former ATF official confirmed on social media. “Earlier today, I was served official notice from the Attorney General of the United States that I was being removed from my position as the Chief Counsel…
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Howard Lutnick sworn in at White House as Trump’s commerce secretary
Vice President JD Vance swore in Howard Lutnick as his secretary of commerce at the White House Friday. During the swearing-in ceremony, President Donald Trump said that Lutnick’s priorities in the role will be focusing on job growth, asserting that Lutnick “really understands something about business.” Additionally, Trump signaled he would impose reciprocal tariffs soon. …
