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WASHINGTON — Donald Trump said he can’t guarantee that his promised tariffs on key U.S. foreign trade partners won’t raise prices for American consumers and he suggested once more that some political rivals and federal officials who pursued legal cases against him should be imprisoned. The president-elect, in a wide-ranging interview with NBC’s “Meet the Press” that aired Sunday, also touched on monetary policy, immigration, abortion and health care, and U.S. involvement in Ukraine, Israel and elsewhere. Trump often mixed declarative statements with caveats, at one point cautioning “things do change.” A look at some of the issues covered: Trump has threatened broad trade penalties, but said he didn’t believe economists’ predictions that added costs on those imported goods for American companies would lead to higher prices for U.S. consumers. He stopped short of a pledge that U.S. households won’t be paying more as they shop. “I can’t guarantee anything. I can’t guarantee tomorrow,” Trump said, seeming to open the door to accepting the reality of how import levies typically work as goods reach the retail market. That’s a different approach from Trump’s typical speeches throughout the 2024 campaign, when he framed his election as a sure way to curb inflation. In the interview, Trump defended tariffs generally, saying they are “going to make us rich.” He has pledged that, on his first day in office in January, he would impose 25% tariffs on all goods imported from Mexico and Canada unless those countries satisfactorily stop illegal immigration and the flow of illegal drugs such as fentanyl into the United States. He also has threatened additional tariffs on China to help force that country to crack down on fentanyl production. “All I want to do is I want to have a level, fast, but fair playing field,” Trump said. He offered conflicting statements on how he would approach the justice system after winning election despite being convicted of 34 felonies in a New York state court and being indicted in other cases for his handling of national security secrets and efforts to overturn his 2020 loss to Democrat Joe Biden. “Honestly, they should go to jail,” Trump said of members of Congress who investigated the Capitol riot by his supporters who wanted him to remain in power. The president-elect underscored his contention that he can use the justice system against others, including special prosecutor Jack Smith, who led the case on Trump’s role in the siege on Jan. 6, 2021. Trump confirmed his plan to pardon supporters who were convicted for their roles in the riot, saying he would take that action on his first day in office. As for the idea of revenge driving potential prosecutions, Trump said: “I have the absolute right. I’m the chief law enforcement officer, you do know that. I’m the president. But I’m not interested in that.” At the same time, Trump singled out lawmakers on a special House committee who had investigated the insurrection, citing Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., and former Rep. Liz Cheney, R-Wyo. “Cheney was behind it ... so was Bennie Thompson and everybody on that committee,” Trump said. Asked specifically whether he would direct his administration to pursue cases, he said, “No,” and suggested he did not expect the FBI to quickly undertake investigations into his political enemies. But at another point, Trump said he would leave the matter up to Pam Bondi, his pick as attorney general. “I want her to do what she wants to do,” he said. Such threats, regardless of Trump’s inconsistencies, have been taken seriously enough by many top Democrats that Biden is considering issuing blanket, preemptive pardons to protect key members of his outgoing administration. Trump did seemingly back off his campaign rhetoric calling for Biden to be investigated, saying, “I’m not looking to go back into the past.” Trump repeatedly mentioned his promises to seal the U.S.-Mexico border and deport millions of people who are in the U.S. illegally through a mass deportation program. “I think you have to do it,” he said. He suggested he would try to use executive action to end “birthright” citizenship under which people born in the U.S. are considered citizens — although such protections are spelled out in the Constitution. Asked specifically about the future for people who were brought into the country illegally as children and have been shielded from deportation in recent years, Trump said, “I want to work something out,” indicating he might seek a solution with Congress. But Trump also said he does not “want to be breaking up families” of mixed legal status, “so the only way you don’t break up the family is you keep them together and you have to send them all back.” Long a critic of NATO members for not spending more on their own defense, Trump said he “absolutely” would remain in the alliance “if they pay their bills.” Pressed on whether he would withdraw if he were dissatisfied with allies’ commitments, Trump said he wants the U.S. treated “fairly” on trade and defense. He waffled on a NATO priority of containing Russia and President Vladimir Putin. Trump suggested Ukraine should prepare for less U.S. aid in its defense against Putin’s invasion. “Possibly. Yeah, probably. Sure,” Trump said of reducing Ukraine assistance from Washington. Separately, Trump has called for an immediate ceasefire . Asked about Putin, Trump said initially that he has not talked to the Russian leader since Election Day last month, but then hedged: “I haven’t spoken to him recently.” Trump said when pressed, adding that he did not want to “impede the negotiation.” The president-elect said he has no intention, at least for now, of asking Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell to step down before Powell’s term ends in 2028. Trump said during the campaign that presidents should have more say in Fed policy , including interest rates. Trump did not offer any job assurances for FBI Director Christopher Wray, whose term is to end in 2027. Asked about Wray, Trump said: “Well, I mean, it would sort of seem pretty obvious” that if the Senate confirms Kash Patel as his pick for FBI chief, then “he’s going to be taking somebody’s place, right? Somebody is the man that you’re talking about.” Trump promised that the government efficiency effort led by Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy will not threaten Social Security. “We’re not touching Social Security, other than we make it more efficient,” he said. He added that “we’re not raising ages or any of that stuff.” He was not so specific about abortion or his long-promised overhaul of the Affordable Care Act. On abortion, Trump continued his inconsistencies and said he would “probably” not move to restrict access to the abortion pills that now account for a majority of pregnancy terminations, according to the Guttmacher Institute, which supports abortion rights. But pressed on whether he would commit to that position, Trump replied, “Well, I commit. I mean, are — things do — things change. I think they change.” Reprising a line from his Sept. 10 debate against Vice President Kamala Harris, Trump again said he had “concepts” of a plan to substitute for the 2010 Affordable Care Act, which he called “lousy health care.” He added a promise that any Trump version would maintain insurance protections for Americans with preexisting health conditions. He did not explain how such a design would be different from the status quo or how he could deliver on his desire for “better health care for less money.”
PATNA: RJD MLA Bhai Birendra, considered close to party chief Lalu Prasad, said Thursday they "would welcome" Bihar CM Nitish Kumar back if he parted ways with BJP . "There is no permanent friend or foe in politics. If Nitish reaches us after snapping the alliance with the communal forces, we will welcome him," Birendra said. His comments came amid an apparent tug-of-war over whether Nitish will be the NDA face in next year's assembly polls. Birendra set the grapevine buzzing by telling reporters to "watch out" for more of the "political games" that Bihar has seen in the past. "Khela hota raha hai aur aage bhi hoga. Dekhte rahiye (state has witnessed political games in the past and they will happen again. Keep watching)." Nitish's JD(U) dismissed the remarks as "nonsense". "RJD has been constantly trying to create confusion among people. There is restlessness within the party after its disastrous performance in the Lok Sabha and assembly bypolls (last month)," said JD(U)'s Neeraj Kumar. BJP s Dilip Jaiswal accused RJD of desperation. Stay updated with the latest news on Times of India . Don't miss daily games like Crossword , Sudoku , Location Guesser and Mini Crossword .Unlocking Investment Secrets! Discover the Power of Cash Flow
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Wednesday, December 11, 2024 The global fight against overtourism intensified in 2024, with cities and communities expressing frustration over the influx of visitors. In Barcelona, locals resorted to spraying tourists with water guns, while in Mallorca, protestors marched through the streets chanting, “tourists go home.” In response, governments worldwide are stepping in with stricter regulations and new policies aimed at managing tourism more effectively. Stricter Rules on Short-Term Rentals Short-term rentals are a major focus in the battle against overtourism. Barcelona plans to phase out all short-term rentals by 2029, and Rome is introducing tighter registration and building code requirements. New York City has already implemented one of the most high-profile short-term rental bans globally. Despite these measures, the results remain mixed. Bram Gallagher, director of economics and forecasting at AirDNA, noted that previous restrictions in cities like Barcelona did little to alleviate overtourism or improve housing affordability. “Reducing this already limited stock of short-term rentals is unlikely to have a significant impact,” Gallagher said. Rising Tourism Fees Across the Globe Popular tourist destinations are introducing fees to manage visitor numbers and generate revenue. Iceland reinstated its hotel and alternative accommodation taxes to offset the strain on its natural resources caused by overtourism. Similarly, Edinburgh plans to introduce a 5% tourist tax per room night starting in 2026, with proceeds earmarked for housing, infrastructure, and cultural preservation. In the U.S. , tourism taxes are becoming a key revenue source for state governments. Airbnb hosts alone contributed $2.2 billion in tourism taxes, reflecting a growing trend toward imposing financial responsibilities on visitors. Rome, grappling with overcrowding at iconic sites like the Trevi Fountain, is implementing a tourist fee and a reservation system to manage foot traffic. Alessandro Onorato, Rome’s deputy mayor of tourism, emphasized the dual goals of preserving the monument and ensuring a serene visitor experience. National Parks Lead the Way in Visitor Management The U.S. National Parks Service has been at the forefront of addressing overtourism. After a surge in visits, which reached 325.5 million in 2023, parks like Yosemite and Glacier have adopted reservation systems to better manage crowds. “These systems are designed to enhance the visitor experience, reducing issues like parking shortages and long entrance lines,” explained Kathy Krupper, public affairs specialist at the National Parks Service. She highlighted the success of these measures in spreading visits across the week and encouraging better trip planning. What’s Next? As the backlash against overtourism grows, travelers can expect more regulations, reservation systems, and fees during their trips. These measures aim not only to manage tourism sustainably but also to ensure that both locals and visitors can coexist harmoniously. From limiting short-term rentals to imposing new taxes, governments are determined to tackle overtourism head-on while safeguarding their cultural and natural treasures.
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Dr Satyadev Gupta India is a land of and cradle of ancient living and civilization of Hindus, who have been given different names at different times as Aryans, Aryavartees, Brahmavartees. Their social and religious virtues are based on “Vasudev Kutumbkam” that is whole world is a family and “Sarve Bhavantu Sukhina” meaning that entire world should be happy and peaceful. The Vedic, Jain, or Buddh teachings preach moral and ethical values. Dharma was considered to be the foundation of harmonious and righteous society, where individuals were taught the guidelines to live on the principles of honesty integrity and compassion towards all living beings. The Indian faiths that believe in Karma philosophy I.e. persons action in this life will determine their destiny in the next life. Then why Hindus have faced plunders, atrocities, demolition of temples and religious places to the ground. Indian history reflects plunders barbarism since centuries together. if you find out the reasons; it is division among the society kingdoms and inclination towards Pacificism “Ahimsa” slogan propagated at different time. Pacificism was self-defeating . Mahatma Gandhi has advocated this principle and was an apostle of this theory of “turning the other cheek” when you get a blow on your cheek. This ragged notion is still inculcating in the minds our leaders which is reflected in wars, since Emperor Prithviraj Chauhan up to end of 20th century of 1947, 1962, 1965, 1971, and thereof. It is not out of the context to mention the militant attack on 26th November 2008 when army and security persons were ready to counter. October 10, 1946: Bengali Hindus in Noakhali in the south-eastern part of what was then East Bengal (present-day Bangladesh) were preparing to worship Goddess Lakshmi. But before the rituals could start, wave upon wave of prejudiced and fanatic Islamists set upon the numerically-weaker Hindus and massacred defenceless men, took women hostages and raped them, and forcibly converted thousands to Islam. An estimated 5,000 Hindus, mostly men and boys, were killed. But many more times that number were forcibly converted to Islam by making them eat beef and recite the kalma. In recent parliament session a member Shri Pawan Kumar Sagar on 29th of November 2024 has raised a question against the atrocities on Hindus in Bangladesh and what steps have been taken by Government of India particularly the external affairs minister. The minister of foreign affair Dr. Jaishankar has category told that there are records of violence, theft, rape and temple destruction, attack on a Puja Mandap in Tantibazar, Dhaka and theft at the Jeshoreshwari Kali temple at Satkhira during Durga Puja 2024. Following these attacks and sacrilegious acts in Bangladesh since August 2024. Government of India is taking these incidents is very seriously and has keen eyes on every incidence happening there and Indian High Commissioner was asked to monitor these incidences closely. The External Ministry has assured that every possible action by diplomacy and other means if ever required will be taken. Hindu Sangharsh Samity, Agartala, a right-wing organisation, conducted a demonstration few days back before the Bangladesh Assistant High Commission in Agartala. The protestors addressed the oppression of minorities in Bangladesh, calling for the release of Iskcon member Chinmoy Das . Numerous Hindu devotees gathered near the Gandhi statue along VIP Road, voicing their opposition to the persecution of Hindus, Buddhists, and Christians in Bangladesh. They urged the Assistant High Commissioner to convey India’s concerns to Bangladesh authorities, warning about potential deterioration in bilateral relations. “Chinmoy Das has been illegally detained by the interim government in Bangladesh. He has even been deprived of basic needs like food. It is not only illegal but also inhumane. They demanded his immediate release and stand firmly against the ongoing violence targeting minorities in Bangladesh.The demonstrators emphasised how minority Muslim communities live peacefully in India, while drawing attention to the contrasting situation in Bangladesh. “We do not harm our Muslim brothers and sisters here in India. Then why are minorities in Bangladesh being targeted? This double standard is unacceptable. Our agitation will persist until the Yunus government frees Chinmoy Das and stops all atrocities,” they said. Hinduism is the second largest religion in Bangladesh, as according to the 2022 Census of Bangladesh , approximately 13.1 million people responded that they were Hindus , constituting 7.95% out of the total population of 165.15 million people. In terms of population, Bangladesh is the third-largest Hindu populated country of the world, after the neighbouring countries of India and Nepal. Hinduism is the second largest religion in 61 out of 64 districts of Bangladesh, but there is no Hindu majority district in Bangladesh. According to the Bangladesh Bureau of Statistics report, Khulna Division has the highest decline in Hindu population of (1.33%) from 2011 to 2022 period. In 2011, 12.85% of the population of the division were Hindus. This rate has come down to 11.52% in 2022. Among the eight divisions, Khulna has the fourth highest Hindu population. According to the 2022 census, Sylhet Division has the highest Hindu population of 13.5%, but the ratio was 14.05% in 2011. In Rangpur Division, the Hindu population has decreased from 13.21% in 2011 to 12.98% in 2022. Mymensingh Division has the lowest percentage of people belonging to the Hindu community at (3.92%) as of 2022. Liberation War and numerous recurring massacres of civilians where rapes were also used as weapon. Active perpetrators of genocide, ethnic cleansing and rapes of Hindus in Bangladesh by the Pakistani Military, Al Badr, Al Sham, East Pakistan Central Peace Committee, Razakars, Muslim League, Jamaat-e-Islami, and the Urdu speaking Biharis. According to the United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF), Hindus are among those persecuted in Bangladesh, with hundreds of cases of “killings, attempted killings, death threats, assaults, rapes, kidnappings, and attacks on homes, businesses, and places of worship” on religious minorities in 2017. Hindu temples in Bangladesh have also been vandalised. The Pakistani census has found that the Hindu population in East Pakistan declined drastically from 28% in 1941 to 22% in 1951. The 1946 Noakhali massacre, occurring before the partition, and the 1950 East Pakistan riots, which took place after the Partition of Bengal, were among the most severe anti-Hindu riots in the region’s history. 1971 Genocide Between the 1961 and 1974 censuses, the Hindu population increased by only 300,000, from 9.3 million to 9.6 million, while the Hindu percentage declined from 18.5% to 13.5%. The Hindu population was significantly impacted by the 1964 East Pakistan riots and 1971 East Pakistan genocide, which primarily targeted Bengali Hindus. An estimated 10 million East Pakistanis sought refuge in India, with 80% being Hindus. Approximately 8 million Hindus fled to various parts of India during the 1971 Bangladesh Liberation War to escape persecution by Pakistani armies and Islamic militias. After Independence, it was discovered that 1.5 million Hindus remained in India, while the remaining 6.5 million returned to Bangladesh. Additionally, an estimated 3.1 million Hindus who were already residing in Bangladesh chose to remain during the turmoil and survived the atrocities. It is estimated that between 300,000 and 3 million people were killed during the Bangladesh Liberation War, with 300,000 to 400,000 Bengali women being raped, with the many of the victims being Hindus. Even after the decline of the Hindu population in Bangladesh from 13.5% in 1974, just after the independence, Hindus were at around 11.2% of the population in 2001 according to government estimates following the census. However, Hindus accounted for only thirty two members of the 300 member parliament following the 2001 elections through direct election; this went up to thirty five following a by-election victory in 2004. Of the 50 seats reserved for women that are directly nominated by the Prime Minister, only four were allotted to Hindus. The political representation is not at all satisfactory and several Hindu advocacy groups in Bangladesh have demanded a return to a communal electorate system as existed during the Pakistan period, to enable a more equitable and proportionate representation in parliament, or a reserved quota since the persecution of Hindus has continued since 1946. 1946 Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has urged Government of India to pressurize the interim government of Bangladesh to halt the atrocities and cruelty on Hindus and release ISKCON Sant Swami Chinmoy Krishandas illegally detained and jailed. RSS calls on Government of India to advocate against the atrocities and barbarism committed by Islami extremists, who are fully sponsored by the interim government of Bangladesh to United Nation Organisation and other global peace keeping organisations. On 2nd December Vishva Hindu Parishad held a demonstration against the attacks on Hindus in Bangladesh in Delhi and urged the UNO to intervene into the matter and put the pressure on Bangladesh government to stop barbaric atrocities on Hindus. What Indian government should do:- Government of India can press upon the interim Government of Bangladesh by using political, diplomatic, economic borders and supply strategies to compel Bangladesh government for choosing correct and right pathway for establishment of peace. As Islamic extremists and terrorist organisations are planning to cut chicken neck, (the corridor connecting connect North East states) from rest of India at Siliguri, a narrow strip of land in west Bangal then Indian Government has an excuse to cut Bangladesh at Chittagong district (chicken neck of Bangladesh) in south and protect it’s own so called chicken neck by grabbing Rajshahi and Rangpur in north of Bangladesh.Marshall head coach Charles Huff, who spent four years as James Franklin’s running backs coach/special teams coordinator at Penn State , has moved jobs once again. Southern Miss announced Sunday its hiring of Huff , who had led Marshall to a Sun Belt championship this season. According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel , the contract is over four years with an additional year of rollover. Huff was in the final season of his Marshall contract but excelled, leading the Thundering Herd to an 8-1 record in the Sun Belt (10-3 overall) and their 31-3 dominating win over Louisiana in the conference title game. A native of Denton, Maryland, Huff was instrumental in the recruitment and success of current Philadelphia Eagles star Saquon Barkley at Penn State. He’s also worked under Nick Saban at Alabama. Southern Miss ironically finished last in the Sun Belt this year with a 1-11 record an no conference wins. In his Marshall career, Huff went 32-20 and had a bowl-eligible team in all four campaigns from 2021-2024 BETTING: Check out our guide to the best PA sportsbooks , where our team of sports betting experts has reviewed the experience, payout speed, parlay options and quality of odds for multiple sportsbooks. Sign up for the PennLive’s Penn State newsletters, the daily Penn State Today and the subscriber-exclusive Penn State Insider ©2024 Advance Local Media LLC. 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