Monthly Archives: December 2025
Key Senate Dem Says Party Caved on Shutdown to Make a Symbolic Point About the GOP
Outraged voters and politicians alike are demanding to know why a group of Senate Democrats sided with Republicans to reopen the government without securing any concessions on preserving health care coverage — just days after the party swept last week’s elections with a burst of energy fueled, in part, by its willingness to fight back.
Democrats had spent weeks arguing that the longest shutdown in history was necessary to make sure health care subsidies administered under the Affordable Care Act were preserved in the next spending package. They won’t be: Instead, Senate Republicans agreed to hold a separate vote on ACA subsidies by the end of the year. With Republicans in the majority, Democrats are almost guaranteed to lose.
Speaking to The Intercept, a key Democratic leader who voted...
Scanteak 11.11 Sale has up to 60% off teak furniture, $11 deals, dining room bundles and sure-win lucky draw, Lifestyle News
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If you've already bookmarked a dozen 11.11 sales, here's one more that deserves a spot on your list - especially if you're furnishing your new BTO or thinking of giving your home a stylish refresh.
From Nov 10 to 23, the Scanteak 11.11 Sale at Westgate has deals on premium teak furniture, sofas, and mattresses. Expect discounts of up to 60 per cent, plus exclusive promotions such as $11 top-ups on furniture and home accessories, 1-for-1 deals and up to $800 cashback on teak furniture.
Here's what you can look forward to at this once-a-year sale.Lifestyle Exclusive sale promotionsGetting your furniture at the Scanteak 11.11 Sale doesn't just mean great discounts, you'll also get access to special promos that'll make your shopping experience that much sweeter.
With any furniture purchase starting from $800, a small $11 top-up...
South Africa: Weather Warnings for Several Provinces
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued a yellow level 2 warning for severe thunderstorms over parts of Gauteng, Mpumalanga, Limpopo, and KwaZulu-Natal.According to the Weather Service, the yellow level 2 warning is valid from Tuesday, 11 November 2025, between 12:00 and 21:59, covering Gauteng, the escarpment and the Highveld of Mpumalanga, and the southwestern Bushveld of Limpopo.Additionally, a level 4 warning has been issued for KwaZulu-Natal.
Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines "Isolated to scattered showers and thundershowers, accompanied by possible heavy downpours, damaging winds, large amounts of small hail and lightning leading to localised flooding of susceptible roads, low-lying areas and bridges, minor vehicle accidents and localized damage to infrastructure, settlements (informal), property, vehicles, livelihood and livestock are expected over Gauteng, the escarpment and Highveld of...