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POLITICS2d ago Sent into poverty : cheaper uni study plans criticisedPlans for cheaper university study are being criticized for potentially leading individuals into poverty. This suggests a debate around education policy and its economic consequences.theleader.com.au · Australia
POLITICS2d agoRogue developer boasted then - premier was best friend A rogue developer reportedly boasted of a close relationship with a former premier. This suggests potential issues of undue influence or corruption involving public office.northweststar.com.au · Australia
POLITICS2d agoDiane Abbott wrong to say Russian threat made up by Nato , minister saysA minister has stated that Diane Abbott was incorrect in her assertion that NATO fabricated the Russian threat. This indicates a political disagreement regarding international security perceptions.stroudnewsandjournal.co.uk · United Kingdom
POLITICS2d agoNagaland : Protest over mandatory Vande Mataram singing enters second day , govt urges NSF to withdrawA protest in Nagaland against mandatory Vande Mataram singing has entered its second day, with the government urging the NSF to withdraw. This highlights a civil dispute regarding cultural mandates and government authority.hindustantimes.com · India
POLITICS2d agoTrade unions urge Stormont to agree fair budget or face intensifying programme of industrial actionTrade unions are pressuring Stormont to agree to a fair budget, warning of intensifying industrial action if their demands are not met. This signifies a standoff between labor organizations and the government over fiscal policy.irishnews.com · United Kingdom
POLITICS2d ago75.8% of flat owners at block unscathed by Tai Po fire agree to sell to authoritiesMore than 75 per cent of homeowners at the only block spared the worst of last November’s deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court have agreed to sell their flats to the Hong Kong government, with authorities to press ahead with acquisition procedures. The Housing Bureau said on Thursday that 75.8 per cent of the flats at the estate’s Wang Chi House, or 188 households, had signed sales and purchase agreements as of Wednesday. “[The] government confirmed that it will continue to take forward the acquisition...South China Morning Post
POLITICS2d agoKeralam prison officer booked for allegedly beating Kannur Central Jail inmateA prison officer in Keralam has been booked following allegations of beating an inmate at Kannur Central Jail. This indicates an investigation into potential misconduct within the correctional system.The Hindu
POLITICS2d agoHe tried to eliminate FEMA. Now he says the Trump administration has changed courseDavid Richardson worked to eliminate the country's top disaster agency when he led FEMA last year. Now, he says the administration has abandoned that goal.NPR News
POLITICS2d agoDemocrats demand Homeland Security officials fund election security ahead of midtermsThe lawmakers wrote that they share "grave concern that time is running out … to assist state and local election officials in protecting our elections from cyber and mis-and disinformation threats."NPR News
POLITICS2d agoFeijóo assures that Sánchez "covered up" the Ceuta crisis out of "personal fear" of Morocco: "He will pay for it before justice and at the polls""¿Qué había en su teléfono? ¿Qué sabe Marruecos de usted?", le ha preguntado al presidente, al que ha calificado como "Nerón con TikTok" LeerEl Mundo
POLITICS2d agoGBA improves coordination on big projects, but everyday civic issues persistAccording to sources, top-level meetings are frequent now, however, problems related to garbage blackspots, waste collection, potholes, and citizen services continueThe Hindu
POLITICS2d ago2,311 railway track trespassing cases in two months in BengaluruRailway Protection Force collected ₹11.57 lakh in fines over the past two months, as part of measures to prevent unauthorised entry onto tracksThe Hindu
POLITICS2d agoTamil Nadu Assembly unanimously adopts resolution urging Centre to make Tamil principal language of Madras High CourtArticle 348(2) of the Constitution provided a mechanism under which the Governor of a State, with the previous consent of the President of India, could authorise the use of the official language of the State in the proceedings of the High Court, the resolution saidThe Hindu
POLITICS2d agoUK-French Entente Cordiale reinforced by Bayeux Tapestry loan and Macron-Burnham meetingKing Charles III, Emmanuel Macron and UK PM Andy Burnham visited the historical masterpiece, on display at the British Museum, and reaffirmed their two countries' unique ties ahead of a meeting between the two political leaders.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS2d agoTrump floats renaming Strait of Hormuz as ‘Trump Strait’US President Donald Trump on Wednesday suggested renaming the Strait of Hormuz as "Trump Strait" despite ongoing clashes with Iran -- then hours later implied he wasn't serious. The post Trump floats renaming Strait of Hormuz as ‘Trump Strait’ appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS2d agoRivers NDC says deputy gov candidate’s name uploaded on INEC portalBy Daniel Abia The media directorate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Rivers State, has debunked the trending report that the name of the Deputy Governorship Candidate, Dr. Mike Barieenee Nwielaghi, was not uploaded by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). The directorate, on Thursday, in a statement in Port Harcourt, said, “We state unequivocally […] The post Rivers NDC says deputy gov candidate’s name uploaded on INEC portal appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
POLITICS2d agoKen Paxton went after gambling in Texas — but stays hands off on KalshiPaxton didn’t sign on to attempts to regulate Kalshi after the prediction market platform and its CEO donated to him and his PAC.Politico Tech
POLITICS2d ago'Qatargate': French financial prosecutor requests for trial in Polynesian branch of caseAccording to information obtained by Le Monde, the national financial prosecutor's office has recommended that four individuals stand trial, including former Tahitian FIFA official Reynald Temarii and Qatari billionaire Mohamed bin Hammam, in connection with the controversial awarding of the 2022 football World Cup to Qatar.Le Monde [en]
POLITICS2d agoEstonian defence minister resigns in €70m EU-funded procurement scandal for UkraineDefence minister has resigned over an arms deal for Ukraine involving EU funds paid to an Indian company with no track record of making shells.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS2d agoRussia to close German cultural centres after Berlin blames Moscow for airport drone plotMoscow has been widely accused by Western officials of running a campaign of sabotage and disruption with the aim of undermining support for Ukraine and destabilising European nations.EuroNews [en]
POLITICS2d ago🔴 No 'solid proof' Morocco planned Ceuta migrant rush, says Spanish PM SanchezFrance 24 [en]
POLITICS2d agoSabarimala gold case: Ex-TDB chief P.S. Prasanth granted bail on medical groundsPrasanth was shifted from jail to a hospital in August after suffering brain haemorrhage. Kollam court had earlier dismissed his bail petition, after which filed a fresh petition was filed citing need for advanced medical treatmentThe Hindu
POLITICS2d agoOfficial and confirmed by the DMV | New York stiffens rules for drivers: a single infraction can add 11 pointsThe DMV extended the period for evaluating traffic records from 18 to 24 months. Some infractions now add up to 11 points and can lead to license suspension.Clarín
POLITICS2d agoRussia to close Goethe-Institut centres as Germany tensions escalateMoscow to shut Goethe-Institut centres after Germany announces the closure of two Russian institutions.Al Jazeera [en]