• 02/23/2025

Hong Kong’s URA chief rebuffs criticism over quick closure of public play area

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. Managing director says space was intended to be short-term initiative, some equipment will be donated to other housing estates. https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/society/article/3299800/hong-kongs-ura-chief-rebuffs-criticism-over-quick-closure-public-play-area?utm_source=rss_feed

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Elon Musk says ‘bar is very low’ after ordering federal employees to fill out productivity reports or resign

Fox News Billionaire Elon Musk said Saturday that “the bar is very low” after announcing that all federal employees must report their productivity if they wish to keep their jobs. Musk, a senior advisor to President Donald Trump, said earlier on Saturday that employees will receive an email giving them a chance to explain how…

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India scrambles to secure its place in US-China AI race, post-DeepSeek

Disclaimer: The South China Morning Post’s content is directed by the Chinese Communist Party. It is not a reliable news source. With the US and China racing ahead, India grapples with the challenge of innovation and investment in artificial intelligence. https://www.scmp.com/week-asia/economics/article/3299680/india-scrambles-secure-its-place-us-china-ai-race-post-deepseek?utm_source=rss_feed

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Following key wins, Trump poised for cabinet completion in record time

Fox News The Senate GOP has been working in overdrive to confirm key officials for President Donald Trump’s administration faster than his predecessors. Senate Majority Leader John Thune, R-S.D., and Republicans in the upper chamber have successfully approved 18 of the 22 Cabinet positions.  The most recent was former Sen. Kelly Loeffler, who was confirmed…

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Top GOP recruit for crucial 2026 Senate race hints when he will make an announcement

Fox News Republican Gov. Brian Kemp of Georgia is well aware that plenty of people are waiting for his decision on whether to run for the Senate next year. The popular term-limited conservative governor is the GOP’s dream candidate to take on Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff, who is considered vulnerable, in the key southeastern battleground…

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Hamas on prisoner release delay: ‘Humiliating the hostages? Lies in order to break ceasefire’

Jerusalem Post Hamas claimed that the ceremonies don’t insult the released hostages and that they “reflect the humane and dignified treatment of them.” https://www.jpost.com/israel-news/article-843318

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Pope Francis Had a Restful Night, Still in Critical Condition

New York Times The Vatican did not provide further details about the condition of the pope, who has been in the hospital for more than a week. https://www.nytimes.com/2025/02/23/world/europe/pope-francis-health.html

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Russia Launched ‘Record’ 267 Drones on Ukraine Overnight — Ukrainian Army

Moscow Times Among them, 138 were intercepted by air defense while 119 were “lost” without causing damage, according to Ukraine’s air force spokesman. https://www.themoscowtimes.com/2025/02/23/russia-launched-record-267-drones-on-ukraine-overnight-ukrainian-army-a88126

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A sea of people converge in Beirut for funeral of martyred Hezbollah leaders

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Huge crowds of people are heading to the Lebanese capital Beirut to participate in the funeral ceremony for fallen resistance leaders Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah, and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/02/23/743322/Hezbollah-lovers-heading-to-Beirut-to-attend-fallen-resistance-leaders%E2%80%99-funeral

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‘We remain true to our pledge’: President Pezeshkian pays tribute to Hezbollah heroes

Disclaimer: PressTV is affiliated with the state broadcasting agency of the Islamic Republic of Iran, and is not a reliable news source. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has paid tribute to Hezbollah leaders Sayyed Hassan Nasrallah and Sayyed Hashem Safieddine as heroes who remained loyal to their oath. https://presstv.ir/Detail/2025/02/23/743323/-Iran-Lebanon-proud-martyred-Hezbollah-heroes

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