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Local political science professor among those honoured by King Charles
Southern Daily Echo
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Chair in governance Gerry Stoker has been recognised for his services to local governance and the study of democracy. Stoker is among the 21 most cited political scientists in the world and has authored or edited more than 25 books and over 100...
Public swimming pools: A much-needed facility in heat-stricken Rawalpindi
The News International
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Rawalpindi:Every child has the right to play, and ensuring access to safe recreational spaces is vital for their physical and emotional well-being. Unfortunately, children and youth in Rawalpindi face increasing barriers to recreational activities...
Public media groups in central Virginia voice concern over potential funding cuts
WVIR - Virginia
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June 13, 2025
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (WVIR) - Public media groups in central Virginia are facing new uncertainty as a bill that would significantly cut their federal funding in various fields moves through Congress. That includes WTJU 91.1 FM, the University of...
Local CA firms seek norm relief in Big Four push
Financial Express
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Domestic chartered accountant (CA) firms are seeking relaxation of existing norms even as the government works toward Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of creating India’s own “Big Four” advisory firms. The firms have raised concerns over...
Government Supports PNG Cocoa Board with K4 million
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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June 14, 2025
The Government through the Department of National Planning and Monitoring (DNPM) has stepped in to assist farmers in rural areas to transport their produce to markets. Secretary for the Department of National Planning and Monitoring, Koney Samuel...
Government amending GTA legislation to empower collection of fees
Now Grenada
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June 14, 2025
by Linda Straker Amended GTA legislation among 3 pieces to be debated by Lower House on 17 June sitting Amendment specific to Sections 38 and 39 Legislation states that funding could also come from all amounts collected under authority of...
Government forms high-level committee to probe Air India crash, report to be submitted in 3 months
The News Mill
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June 14, 2025
The government has constituted a high-level multi-disciplinary committee for examing the causes leading to the crash of the Air India Flight AI-171 from Ahmedabad to Gatwick Airport (London) on June 12, that left 241 people dead. “A High Level...
Government Bans SNAP Recipients From Buying Soda And Candy In 3 States
Black Enterprise
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June 13, 2025
Idaho, Arkansas and Utah are now allowed to ban the purchase of soda, sugary drinks and junk food using SNAP benefits. Three states requested waivers from the federal government to ban the purchase of sugary drinks and snacks from the Supplemental...
Local authorities prepare for large-scale 'No Kings' demonstrations
CBS 12 - Florida
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla (CBS12) — Demonstrators are expected to gather in our area and nationwide on Saturday as part of the “No Kings” protest, a national movement opposing former President Donald Trump and policies under his administration....
Local officials warn of possible lawsuit in wake of Alaska governor’s education funding veto
Alaska Beacon
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June 14, 2025
One day after Gov. Mike Dunleavy made a precedent-setting veto by cutting funding for the state’s public school education formula, a group of city and borough leaders denounced the decision during a joint news conference, with some saying that...
Government shakeup targeting drivers without driveways
Lancs Live
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June 14, 2025
Millions of motorists without their own driveways are being urged to prepare for major changes as part of a government-endorsed push towards electric vehicles (EVs). In an ambitious step to propel the UK's eco-friendly driving transformation,...
Government to refocus health system on outcomes
Times Online
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June 14, 2025
Health Minister Simeon Brown has announced changes to the health system. Times file photo The Government will introduce legislation to ensure the health system is “more accountable, more efficient, and focused on delivering better outcomes for...
Government budgets $15m for central Canberra
Queanbeyan CityNews
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June 14, 2025
Ahead of its impending budget, the ACT government has announced a spend of more than $15 million on suburban infrastructure projects in central Canberra. The four-year spend includes: Upgrades at the Griffith local shops. New toilet facilities at...
Government to Raise Land Market Value After RRR Success
Telangana Tribune
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June 14, 2025
-Advertisement- Hyderabad: Land values between the Outer Ring Road (ORR) and the planned Regional Ring Road (RRR) are expected to increase soon. The state government aims to boost revenue by tapping into the rising demand for land for both...
Local lawmakers react after former Illinois Speaker Michael Madigan sentenced in federal corruption case
WSIL - Illinois
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SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WSIL) -- The former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan was sentenced on June 13, on federal corruption charges. He was also given a $2.5 million fine. Madigan was the longest-serving legislative leader in U.S. history and...
GOVERNMENT MEETINGS: For the week of June 16, 2025
Daily Trib - Texas
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June 13, 2025
Agendas for Highland Lakes governments are posted 72 hours before a meeting so are not always ready by the time this story is published. Check links for more information. Monday, June 16 9 a.m. regular meeting District Office, 225 S. Pierce St. in...
Public Council: Church must stay politically neutral
PanARMENIAN.Net
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June 13, 2025 - 15:40 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - The Public Council of Armenia has released a statement in response to tensions between government authorities and certain representatives of the clergy, as well as to public reactions and perceptions...
HHS Regional Office Shutdowns Threaten Public Health From The Ground Up
Black Enterprise
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June 13, 2025
Medicare is a federal health program governed by statutes and regulations, said Andrew Tsui, a partner at Arnall Golden Gregory who has co-written about the regional office closings. ‘All public health is local’: Experts sound alarm on...
Government's plans to change animal product labels welcomed
South Wales Argus
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The move follows a public consultation that revealed 99 per cent of individuals support method-of-production labelling, which would indicate how animals were raised. The government has pledged to consider the reform as part of its food strategy....
Government, vendors to square up in court
NewsDay Zimbabwe
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Organisations representing vendors have said they will take the government to court if it fails to negotiate with them to find a lasting solution to the problem of hawking space and other issues. Organisations representing vendors have said they...