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US Backs Pakistan's Economic Recovery, Praises Reforms and Strong Relationship with PM Shehbaz Sharif's Government

World

29 Sep, 2024

US Backs Pakistan's Economic Recovery, Praises Reforms and Strong Relationship with PM Shehbaz Sharif's Government


US Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asian Affairs Donald Lu has expressed strong support for Pakistan's ongoing...

Racing in Ireland Faces Extinction on TV as Government Bill Nears Final Approval

World

24 Sep, 2024

Racing in Ireland Faces Extinction on TV as Government Bill Nears Final Approval


The threat of racing being removed from television screens in Ireland continues to loom large after the minister of state...

South Africa's New Government: A Turning Point for the Economy?

Business

23 Sep, 2024

South Africa's New Government: A Turning Point for the Economy?


The formation of South Africa’s business-friendly coalition government has triggered a wave of investment announcements and positive sentiment not seen...

Sentencing Reform Bill: Will It Clog Courts and Annoy Judges?

World

23 Sep, 2024

Sentencing Reform Bill: Will It Clog Courts and Annoy Judges?


The Luxon government has introduced the Sentencing Reform (Amendment) Bill, a move that seeks to tighten the reins on the...

Government Accused of Giving Tax Break to 'Gold-Plated' Pension Holders: Workers Subsidizing Elite?

World

20 Sep, 2024

Government Accused of Giving Tax Break to 'Gold-Plated' Pension Holders: Workers Subsidizing Elite?


The Irish government has faced strong criticism for its decision to raise the tax-free limit for pension pots, a move...

Trump's Latest Election Scheme: Suing the Postal Service to Discredit Mail-In Votes

World

18 Sep, 2024

Trump's Latest Election Scheme: Suing the Postal Service to Discredit Mail-In Votes


Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene is calling out Speaker of the House Mike Johnson. In a long post on X Tuesday,...

Tamil Nadu: The New Transit Hub for Global Methamphetamine Syndicates

World

16 Sep, 2024

Tamil Nadu: The New Transit Hub for Global Methamphetamine Syndicates


Tamil Nadu has emerged as a crucial transit point for international drug syndicates trafficking the banned narcotic methamphetamine (meth) and...

Child Poverty Ignored in Northern Ireland's New Programme for Government

World

14 Sep, 2024

Child Poverty Ignored in Northern Ireland's New Programme for Government


The first minister has said the priorities set out in the Northern Ireland Executive's draft programme for government (PfG) were...

Euro 2028 Dream Crushed: UK Government Pulls Plug on Belfast Stadium Redevelopment

World

14 Sep, 2024

Euro 2028 Dream Crushed: UK Government Pulls Plug on Belfast Stadium Redevelopment


The chances of Northern Ireland hosting matches at the Euro 2028 football tournament appear to have gone. The UK government...

Trudeau's Spending Spree: Is He Neglecting Core Responsibilities?

World

9 Sep, 2024

Trudeau's Spending Spree: Is He Neglecting Core Responsibilities?


There’s been more talk this year than normal about the need for governments, particularly Ottawa, to “stay in their own...

US Government Tightens Grip on Supercomputer Exports to China: Industry Leaders Cry Foul

Technology

5 Sep, 2024

US Government Tightens Grip on Supercomputer Exports to China: Industry Leaders Cry Foul


The US government has proposed a regulation requiring citizens and permanent residents to report transactions involving the construction of supercomputers...

Millions of Vulnerable People to Receive Help This Winter as Government Extends Household Support Fund

World

4 Sep, 2024

Millions of Vulnerable People to Receive Help This Winter as Government Extends Household Support Fund


The government has announced the extension of a fund designed to help with cost-of-living pressures over the winter. The money...

Hampshire's Housing Boom: Will Infrastructure Keep Up?  County Council Leader Sounds the Alarm

World

2 Sep, 2024

Hampshire's Housing Boom: Will Infrastructure Keep Up? County Council Leader Sounds the Alarm


There is currently a real risk that future housing development across Hampshire could occur without the much-needed improvement to roads,...

Tinubu's First 100 Days: A Reality Check for Nigeria's New President

World

25 Aug, 2024

Tinubu's First 100 Days: A Reality Check for Nigeria's New President


Given where we are, and the mess we have made of all that is good and honourable, we should have...

Government Departments Slammed for Snubbing Labour Court in WRC Pay Dispute

World

25 Aug, 2024

Government Departments Slammed for Snubbing Labour Court in WRC Pay Dispute


Two Government departments have been criticised by the Labour Court for their failure to engage with the State’s own industrial...

Irish Farmers Demand Government Action: VAT Reduction on Animal Vaccines Delayed, IFA Says

World

22 Aug, 2024

Irish Farmers Demand Government Action: VAT Reduction on Animal Vaccines Delayed, IFA Says


The Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) is calling on the Irish government to swiftly reduce the VAT rate on animal vaccines,...

State Saves €526 Million By Reviewing Social Welfare Claims: Hundreds of Potential Identity Fraud Cases Uncovered

World

22 Aug, 2024

State Saves €526 Million By Reviewing Social Welfare Claims: Hundreds of Potential Identity Fraud Cases Uncovered


The State has made savings of €526m through the review of more than 630,000 social welfare claims, while investigators have...

Namibia Imposes Visas on 30 Countries: Reciprocity Rules, Travel Plans Disrupted

World

21 Aug, 2024

Namibia Imposes Visas on 30 Countries: Reciprocity Rules, Travel Plans Disrupted


Namibia, known for its breathtaking landscapes and diverse wildlife, is set to implement a new visa policy, impacting travel plans...

Water Charges Hike for Businesses and Farmers: 'Excessively Punishing' or Necessary?

World

19 Aug, 2024

Water Charges Hike for Businesses and Farmers: 'Excessively Punishing' or Necessary?


Proposed increases in water charges for non-domestic users from October will excessively penalise small businesses and farmers, an Independent Dáil...

A New Model for Public-Private Partnerships: Can It Save the UK Economy?

Business

19 Aug, 2024

A New Model for Public-Private Partnerships: Can It Save the UK Economy?


The UK faces a critical need for public development projects, but the traditional model for financing these projects, the Private...

Travel Digital Identity Poised for Explosive Growth: $4.6 Billion Market by 2029

Technology

19 Aug, 2024

Travel Digital Identity Poised for Explosive Growth: $4.6 Billion Market by 2029


The travel industry is embracing digital identity at an unprecedented pace, paving the way for a seamless and secure travel...

NSW Government Orders Public Servants Back to the Office: Is Working from Home Over?

World

6 Aug, 2024

NSW Government Orders Public Servants Back to the Office: Is Working from Home Over?


Public servants in Australia’s biggest city have been ordered back to the office – officially ending the work from home...

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