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• Israeli committee bars Arab parties from election September 24, 2026 9:30 pm Wellington Times The Islamist Raam party, led by Mansour Abbas, has been excluded from contesting Israel's election. Photo: EPA PHOTO Israel's Central Election Committee has barred Arab parties from running in next month's parliamentary election while rejecting …
• Trump proudly shows China’s Xi his very public belittling of Joe Biden September 24, 2026 9:27 pm The Independent Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Start your Independent Membership today. Join today Already a member? Log in Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech …
• AI government website hack a 'wake-up call': Albanese September 24, 2026 9:23 pm The Courier Experts are calling for urgent action to better regulate AI after a hack on a Medicare website. Photo: Susie Dodds/AAP PHOTOS The first reported artificial intelligence agent hack into an Australian government website is a "wake-up call" of …
• Election Guidelines: S’Court Dismisses SDP, Youth Parties’ Appeals, Okays INEC’s Case September 24, 2026 9:22 pm Leadership The Supreme Court, Thursday, dismissed two separate appeals filed by Social Democratic Party and Youth Party against Electoral Guidelines issued by the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, SDP and YP were the appellants in that case. The two …
• Internal memos: Microsoft shakes up communications as Nadella makes a push to build in public September 24, 2026 9:20 pm GeekWire - Washington Microsoft Chairman and CEO Satya Nadella speaks onstage at Microsoft Build 2026 in San Francisco. (Photo by Dan DeLong for Microsoft) Microsoft is moving its communications function out of its marketing group and into the corporate, external and legal …
• MCA warns public against Nidhi firms promising unusually high returns September 24, 2026 8:57 pm Asianet Newsable The MCA has warned the public against depositing funds in Nidhi Companies that offer unusually high returns. It found many are non-compliant with regulations and have not filed the required NDH-4 application, urging citizens to verify their status. The …
• 2027 elections: El-rufai makes ADC campaign council September 24, 2026 8:49 pm Blueprint Newspapers Limited Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, the presidential candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), has appointed former Kaduna state Governor Nasir El-Rufai as deputy chairman of his National Campaign Council ahead of the 2027 presidential election …
• Nevada State Contractors Board Promotes Kenya McCampbell to Government Affairs Manager September 24, 2026 8:37 pm Nevada Business Magazine LAS VEGAS and RENO, Nev.  – The Nevada State Contractors Board (NSCB) has promoted longtime team member Kenya McCampbell to Government Affairs Manager. McCampbell, who has served the Board for 20 years, will lead NSCB’s government relations efforts while …
• Economic Affairs Secretary underlines need for household savings to be channelled into India's financial system September 24, 2026 8:30 pm The Economic Times India’s financial transformation has built strong foundations, but the next stage will depend on how deeply its savings, institutions and markets connect with the global economy, Economic Affairs Secretary Anuradha Thakur said on September 24. Household …
• I’m Not Member Of Atiku’s Policy Team – Moghalu Rejects ADC Campaign Council Position September 24, 2026 8:25 pm Naija News Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Professor Kingsley Moghalu, has rejected his purported appointment by the African Democratic Congress (ADC) as a member of Atiku Abubakar’s policy team for the 2027 presidential election. Recall …
• ‘I wasn’t consulted’ – Moghalu disowns Atiku campaign policy team September 24, 2026 8:21 pm Vanguard By Omeiza Ajayi Former Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria CBN, Professor Kingsley Moghalu, has disowned a statement by former Vice President Atiku Abubakar listing his name as a member of a policy team for the 2027 presidential campaign. In a …
• Parliament reports still stacked in government in-tray September 24, 2026 8:06 pm Eden Magnet The sun is setting on dozens of reports so far unanswered by the Albanese government. Photo: Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS Anthony Albanese's government stands accused of tick-and-flick responses and ignoring issues stacked in a growing pile of unresponded …
• The Cuban government changes consular fees starting October 1: Here are the new prices September 24, 2026 7:42 pm CiberCuba The Cuban government will implement a new Consular Fee Schedule starting on October 1, 2026, which modifies the fees for numerous services provided by consulates and diplomatic offices of the island abroad. The update was established through the Resolution …
• OpenAI’s local policy exec looks forward to cooling off in his new pool September 24, 2026 7:37 pm Brisbane Times Heading into Thursday, most people wouldn’t have known much about Brent Thomas, the Australian-based global affairs executive at OpenAI responsible for working with the federal government. No doubt he’ll have better name recognition now, though. Thomas, …
• The murky world of political party finance September 24, 2026 7:28 pm The Hindu One of the enduring ironies of the Indian political system is that political parties, which are considered the principal stakeholders of electoral democracy, do not find a mention in the Constitution, except in the Tenth Schedule. They exist as “ …
• Govt Cautions Public Against High Return Promises By Non-Compliant Nidhi Companies September 24, 2026 7:27 pm MENAFN (MENAFN- IANS) New Delhi, Sep 24 (IANS) The government on Thursday issued an advisory to the public about 'Nidhi companies' and their functioning, warning against investment decisions without proper background checks, especially if there is a …
• Sheikha Al Mayassa Highlights Culture's Power To Sustain Dialogue At QC Talks September 24, 2026 7:19 pm MENAFN (MENAFN- The Peninsula) The Peninsula Doha, Qatar: QC Talks brought together H.E. Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, and Anne-Claire Legendre, President of the Institut du monde arabe in Paris, for a public …
• Ateny Wek defends caretaker government formation amid criticism September 24, 2026 6:55 pm Sudans Post Ateny Wek Ateny, Minister of Information and Communication JUBA — South Sudan’s Caretaker Information Minister, Communication, Technology, and Postal Services, Ateny Wek Ateny, has defended the formation of South Sudan’s caretaker government amid criticism …
• Superintendent Underly calls on Legislature to change funding formula for public schools September 24, 2026 6:54 pm Wisconsin Public Radio In her sixth State of Education Address Thursday, Superintendent Jill Underly warned there will be consequences to “years of underfunding” for public schools.  Underly called on the state Legislature — not for the first time —  to change the way Wisconsin …
• “Not good for democracy” diplomatic corps taking WIN’s concerns over GECOM deadlock “very seriously” September 24, 2026 6:34 pm Kaieteur News Sep 24, 2026 News (Kaieteur News) – “GECOM does need to move forward, because the standstill that they’re in now will prohibit regional elections and local elections from happening, and that’s not good for democracy,” United States Ambassador to Guyana …
• 'A Challenge and Blank Ballots': What Is Happening in Hamas’s Leadership Election in Gaza? September 24, 2026 6:26 pm Asharq Al-Awsat Four Hamas sources inside and outside the Gaza Strip told Asharq Al-Awsat in separate accounts that the runoff election to choose the head of the movement’s political bureau in Gaza had been suspended after the first round, held three weeks ago, failed to …
• Configure SHS tablets to stop student misuse, Government urged  September 24, 2026 6:23 pm Ghana News Agency By Caleb Kuleke  Adidome (V/R), Sept. 24, GNA- Parents in Adidome in the Central Tongu District of the Volta Region have urged the Government to configure the digital tablets being distributed to Senior High School (SHS) students to block access to …
• Sheikha Al Mayassa highlights culture’s power to sustain dialogue at QC Talks September 24, 2026 6:05 pm The Peninsula Doha, Qatar: QC Talks brought together H.E. Sheikha Al Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, Chairperson of Qatar Museums, and Anne-Claire Legendre, President of the Institut du monde arabe in Paris, for a public conversation titled Culture as Diplomat …
• Inside the Orbán Government’s Space War September 24, 2026 5:35 pm Direkt36 In early fall 2023, a meeting was held on a particularly sensitive topic in the office of then-Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, located in the Carmelite Monastery in the Buda castle. The meeting addressed issues related to the country’s defense capabilities. …
• Government suspends Agbogbloshie 24-hour market redevelopmen... September 24, 2026 5:25 pm Modern Ghana The government has put on hold plans to redevelop the Agbogbloshie 24-Hour Economy Market following concerns raised by traders over the proposed demolition of the existing market structure. The temporary suspension is expected to create room for further …
• More than 30 Parties Will Run in Elections September 24, 2026 4:45 pm Atlanta Jewish Times - Georgia Although there were no real surprises in the recently published Israeli party lists — or even cues about how the upcoming Oct. 27 elections will pan out — the lists of Knesset candidates announced Sept. 9 did quicken and stimulate the conversation about …
• 2027: PACAN demands policy-driven campaigns, urges candidates to shun insults, personal attacks  September 24, 2026 4:42 pm New Mail The Public Affairs Correspondents Association of Nigeria (PACAN), an umbrella body of journalists reporting political activities, has urged political parties and candidates to make issue-based campaigns the centre of their activities ahead of the 2027 …
• Rights group calls on South Sudan to protect civic space ahead of elections September 24, 2026 4:38 pm JURIST Amnesty International urged South Sudan authorities on Tuesday to protect fundamental freedoms and civic space in order to ensure the legitimacy of the upcoming elections scheduled for December 22, 2026. Amnesty International’s Regional Director for East …
• The legitimacy of the court's actions regarding Atamanchuk's removal from the elections raised doubts for the lawyer. September 24, 2026 4:24 pm Caucasian Knot The court in Krasnodar did not consider the appeals of the candidate from the "Yabloko" party, Vladimir Atamanchuk, regarding his removal from the elections, but quickly reviewed the complaint of his opponent in the district. The court committed …
• A friend of Putinʼs personal bodyguard gave Trump Jr. two sumptuous wedding parties. Now the Congress wants to investigate this “gift”. September 24, 2026 4:11 pm Babel 1 6 Previous slide Next slide Fullscreen mode The fireworks display over the private island was launched from a barge in the ocean. The company that puts on such shows charges about $70,000 for them. Laura Gordon Photography via Lewis Miller Design / …
• MCA warns public against high-return promises by Nidhi Companies, flags regulatory violations September 24, 2026 4:09 pm The Tribune (Chandigarh) New Delhi [India], September 24 (ANI): The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) on Thursday cautioned the public against depositing money in Nidhi Companies promising unusually high returns, after finding that several such companies were not complying with …
• Fuel: Why the government is extending its aid to road hauliers September 24, 2026 3:55 pm Entrevue In Summary The government is extending its aid to road hauliers until August 2026 to address the volatility of fuel prices. This enhanced aid is more specifically targeted at companies in difficulty, while simultaneously preparing a reform of the price …
• European Science Policy Experts Debate Prospects for Stronger Research Ties With Canada September 24, 2026 3:38 pm Brussels Morning Brussels (Brussels Morning Newspaper) September 24, 2026 – Europe’s research and innovation sector has started evaluating European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen’s proposal to offer Canada associate membership in the European Union. Policy …
• Diné women honored for public policy work September 24, 2026 3:32 pm Navajo Times - Arizona WINDOW ROCK Two Diné women were selected as 2026 Women Achievers of Arizona winners in the public policy category. Charlinda Haudley, a stakeholder outreach coordinator with Central Arizona Project, and Cora Tso, a senior research fellow in tribal water …
• Third Women’s Political Leadership Academy for Belarusians Held in Prague September 24, 2026 3:26 pm Reformation Reform.news Editorial Team · 24 September 2026, 16:23 https://reform.news/en/third-women-s-political-leadership-academy-for-belarusians-held-in-prague/ No-VPN link Прослушать статью The third Women’s Political Leadership Academy was …
• Deport or document? SA parties clash over how to deal with undocumented migrants September 24, 2026 3:15 pm African Insider Johannesburg – Political parties have differing views on how South Africa should deal with undocumented migrants, with ActionSA calling for deportations while the SACP backs documentation and regularisation. ActionSA leader Herman Mashaba said undocumented …
• Board of Trustees launches assessment of Granberg’s leadership September 24, 2026 3:11 pm The GW Hatchet - Washington D.C. The Board of Trustees is conducting a standard review of University President Ellen Granberg’s leadership as she enters her fourth year in office, the body’s chair announced in an email to community members Wednesday. Board of Trustees Chair Mark …
• China policy program director discusses US-China relations ahead of Xi Jinping’s DC visit September 24, 2026 3:11 pm The GW Hatchet - Washington D.C. The director of GW’s China Policy Program discussed the evolving relationship between the United States and China at a talk at the Elliott School of International Affairs Tuesday, ahead of Chinese President Xi Jinping’s visit to D.C. Wednesday.  In a …
• General : Fahmi: MCMC Protects Online Users, Not Political Tool September 24, 2026 2:22 pm Bernama KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The government has never used the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) as a political tool to restrict anyone’s freedom of expression, particularly on social media, Communications Minister Datuk Seri …
• How the Interior secretary has let down public lands and the nation September 24, 2026 2:17 pm High Country News - Colorado This is an installment of the Landline, a monthly newsletter from High Country News about land, water, wildlife, climate and conservation in the Western United States. Sign up to get it in your inbox. On Sept. 14, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service issued …
• TEP Government Holdings Completes $450 Million Recapitalization of a 98-Property Government-Leased Real Estate Portfolio September 24, 2026 2:09 pm Bastille Post DALLAS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 24, 2026-- Tanenbaum Equity Partners ("TEP"), a Dallas-based commercial real estate investment firm specializing in government-leased properties, today announced the successful recapitalization of TEP Government …
• Pisas Joins Jetten in Venezuela Talks as Dutch PM Pushes Economic Cooperation and Free Elections September 24, 2026 2:03 pm Curacao Chronicle   NEW YORK – Curaçao Prime Minister Gilmar Pisas participated in a high-level meeting between Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten and Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez in New York, where the parties discussed economic and energy cooperation, regional …
• Built for the veteran: How the Department of Veterans Affairs built a product organization and rebuilt institutional trust September 24, 2026 2:00 pm Niskanen Center State capacity is not an abstract policy concern. It is the government’s ability to turn law, funding, staff, data, technology, and authority into services people can use. When that capacity is weak, public programs can exist on paper while failing in …
• India's role in global economic governance grows: Anuradha Thakur September 24, 2026 1:54 pm Asianet Newsable DEA Secretary Anuradha Thakur said India has moved from seeking representation to shaping global economic agendas, citing its growing economic strength, increased GDP, poverty reduction, and a greater role in global discussions on finance and development. …
• MCMC protects online users, not political tool, says Fahmi September 24, 2026 1:53 pm Free Malaysia Today Communications minister Fahmi Fadzil said all platform providers operating in the country had so far cooperated with the government, particularly in dealing with content touching on racial, religious and royal sensitivities. KUALA LUMPUR: The government …
• Ceremony of State Awards held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan September 24, 2026 1:35 pm Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan Ceremony of State Awards held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan On September 24, 2026, a formal ceremony was held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkmenistan to present state awards to members of the national diplomatic service in …
• OpenAI executive addresses AI safety fears and government system hack September 24, 2026 1:28 pm Fox News OpenAI Chief Global Affairs Officer Chris Lehane joins Lawrence Jones to address a probe into an OpenAI hack on an Australian government health site. He also discusses public backlash over local AI data centers and artificial intelligence safeguards. …
• ‘It’s scary, it’s not a good state of affairs’: Bavuma on SA’s GBV crisis September 24, 2026 1:19 pm African Insider Johannesburg – Proteas captain Temba Bavuma has called for concrete action to tackle South Africa’s gender-based violence crisis, saying men must play a bigger role in confronting violence against women. Speaking at the Temba Bavuma Foundation’s 10th …
• Indian Express Exposés CEC Gyanesh Kumar: Democracy on Trial,mMass Movement September 24, 2026 1:07 pm Muslim Mirror The report has triggered sharp reactions across the political spectrum, underscoring the need for sustained politics campaign to protect institutions which will pave for restoration of people’s trust in democracy. The Indian Express explosive report, …
• Loyal Source Government Services Names Cassie Katz Chief Marketing Officer September 24, 2026 12:30 pm EIN Presswire GovCon marketing and communications executive joins from the Professional Services Council as Loyal Source elevates marketing into an enterprise growth function ORLANDO , FL, UNITED STATES, September 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Loyal Source …
• EAC delegation begins political confederation talks in South Sudan September 24, 2026 12:22 pm Radio Tamazuj A high-level delegation from the East African Community (EAC) has arrived in South Sudan to begin national consultations on the country’s political transition and a proposed EAC Political Confederation. The delegation is led by EAC Secretary-General …
• Fire at Starlink station in central Poland was 'sabotage,' digital affairs minister says September 24, 2026 12:19 pm Euronews Published on 24/09/2026 - 11:29 GMT+2 A fire that broke out at a Starlink satellite communications station in central Poland overnight is being called an act of "sabotage," the country’s digital affairs minister said on Thursday. " …
• Punjab elections 2027: Amarjit Singh Chawla's rape case puts Shiromani Akali Dal on backfoot September 24, 2026 12:19 pm Hindustan Times Ahead of the high-stakes 2027 Punjab assembly elections, the Sukhbir Singh Badal-led Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD) finds itself on the backfoot following the registration of a rape case against senior party leader and Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee ( …
• The City of Manassas is unique: it runs its own power system. That keeps bills lower. September 24, 2026 11:56 am Prince William Times - Virginia As the data center surge causes electricity bills to rise and strains the Mid-Atlantic power grid, one small city in Northern Virginia has been able to escape the stresses and even see an upside: Manassas.  The city has its own power system. It also has …
• Lamola refuses policy retreat as US pressure intensifies September 24, 2026 11:36 am Mail & Guardian International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola has warned South Africans to prepare for the worst in the country’s deteriorating relationship with the United States, but says Pretoria will continue talking to Washington without surrendering control over …
• Ethiopia's federalism dilemma: Why regional power keeps fuelling conflict September 24, 2026 11:36 am Africanews Nearly four years after a peace agreement ended Ethiopia's devastating war in Tigray, fighting has erupted again. Tigrayan forces have seized control of airports in the northern region and clashes have been reported in Tigray and neighbouring Afar and …
• EU foreign policy chief calls for revival of Black Sea grain deal September 24, 2026 11:35 am EUalive EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas has called for the revival of a Black Sea grain arrangement modeled on a short-lived 2022 initiative. She argues on 23 September that only collective diplomatic pressure can restore safe passage for civilian vessels and …
• Fahmi: MCMC Protects Online Users, Not Political Tool September 24, 2026 11:22 am Bernama KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 24 (Bernama) -- The government has never used the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) as a political tool to restrict anyone’s freedom of expression, particularly on social media, Communications Minister Datuk Seri …
• Political pundits offer their predictions September 24, 2026 11:21 am Record Eagle - Michigan TRAVERSE CITY – Last weekend’s TV football viewing was bedecked with political ads and a majority of them were focused on the race for Michigan’s vacant seat in the U.S. Senate. The political advertising was a theme of “Agree to Disagree,” a forum …
• Chinese Culture Is Not the Obstacle: Taiwan, Democracy, and the CCP’s Narrative War September 24, 2026 11:07 am Small Wars Journal For decades, a persistent argument in China studies has held that democracy is fundamentally incompatible with Chinese civilization. China, this argument suggests, has always valued hierarchy over equality, order over political competition, and centralized …
• Kyrgyzstan and Sudan intend to develop regular political dialogue September 24, 2026 10:55 am Kabar Bishkek, Sept. 24, 2026 /Kabar/. On the sidelines of the 81st session of the UN General Assembly in New York, Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Jeenbek Kulubaev, held a meeting with Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation …
• Association for Project Management urges Government and industry to use major national projects to create new opportunities for NEETs and early-career talent September 24, 2026 10:52 am FE News Association for Project Management (APM), the chartered membership organisation for the project profession, is calling on Government and industry to take urgent action to help young people enter project careers, warning that the UK risks missing out on a …
• Government halts Agbogbloshie 24-Hour Market redevelopment over trader concerns September 24, 2026 10:23 am The Herald Ghana The government has suspended plans to demolish the existing Kokomba Yam Market at Agbogbloshie to make way for a new 24-hour market. The temporary suspension follows resistance from traders who said they were not adequately consulted before the proposed …
• PM urges Hai Phong to build strategic leadership capacity, drive growth September 24, 2026 9:46 am Vietnam Pictorial   Prime Minister Le Minh Hung speaks at a meeting with voters in Hai Phong ahead of the second session of the 16th National Assembly. Photo: Duong Giang/VNA   PM Hung, who is head of the inspection and supervision delegation No.222 of the Political …
• Government to Table Dalit Rights Bill in Parliament Soon September 24, 2026 9:35 am Ratopati Kathmandu. The government is soon to table the bill related to the rights and development of the Dalit community in the parliament. The Ministry of Women, Children, Gender and Social Security discussed the draft bill with the Development, Economic Affairs …
• Puntland asks U.N. Security Council to intervene in Somalia political dispute September 24, 2026 9:28 am Hiiraan Online - Somali News Thursday September 24, 2026 Garowe (HOL) — Puntland has asked the United Nations Security Council to intervene in Somalia’s deepening political dispute, calling for an inclusive national dialogue, direct international security assistance to the regional …
• Somali parliament blocks competitive hiring directive for government department directors September 24, 2026 9:28 am Hiiraan Online - Somali News Thursday September 24, 2026 Mogadishu (HOL) — Somalia’s Lower House of Parliament on Saturday annulled a directive issued by the Prime Minister’s Office requiring federal ministries and government agencies to use an open competitive process to appoint …
• FM: Palestinian cause remains top foreign policy priority September 24, 2026 9:19 am Egypt Independent Minister of Foreign Affairs, International Cooperation and Egyptians Expatriates Badr Abdelatty Thursday, September 24, 2026, said that Egypt’s foreign policy attaches great importance to the Palestinian cause, stressing that reaching a just and …
• Kenya, Anthropic Sign AI Deal to Explore Education and Public Sector Applications September 24, 2026 9:16 am Kenyans.co.ke Kenya has signed a new artificial intelligence partnership with U.S. AI company Anthropic, which owns Claude, to explore the use of the technology in four key areas, including education and public-sector services. The Joint Declaration signed in New York …
• Don’t’ kill Malawi’s multiparty Democracy, Imran Jumbe warns over political party fines September 24, 2026 9:15 am Malawi Freedom Network Share By Suleman Chitera 25 September 2026 Malawi’s multiparty democracy must not be weakened through enforcement measures that disproportionately burden small and financially struggling political parties, political commentator Imran Jumbe has warned. …
• PAM wins Morocco's legislative elections with 97 seats as voter abstention climbs to 62% September 24, 2026 9:03 am Atalayar PJD resurgence, gains for the left, and the Article 47 constitutional dilemma Abstention climbs to 62%: a structural challenge Electoral roll composition and candidate list dynamics International observation missions and legal appeals High turnout across …
• 1,422 chance equality cards in Benin: the real consequences for families, businesses and public services September 24, 2026 8:55 am Ouaga Info Benin has just placed 1,422 additional chance equality cards in the hands of people living with disabilities — and for the households concerned, the consequences are anything but symbolic. The handover led by social affairs minister Véronique Tognifodé …
• Liberia: NOCAL Finance Chief Azango Held In Contempt, Entity Faces Shutdown, as Government Struggles With Decade-Old US$764,762 Liability   September 24, 2026 8:53 am Front Page Africa Monrovia — National Oil Company of Liberia Vice President Finance and Chief Financial Officer of NOCAL Emmanuel Azango on Wednesday, September 23, found himself at the center of a growing financial and judicial crisis after the Commercial Court held him in …
• Senators advance budget appropriations for various government agencies September 24, 2026 8:50 am The Virgin Islands Daily News ST. THOMAS — The Committee on Rules and Judiciary voted Wednesday to advance the territory’s fiscal year 2027 budget, moving the government’s spending plan for hospitals, schools, public safety and other services one step closer to a final vote. The …
• Zambia beacon of democracy – EU September 24, 2026 8:46 am Zambia Daily Mail Both sides agree to forge deeper economic cooperation CHOMBA MUSIKA Lusaka THE European Union (EU) has described Zambia as a beacon of democracy, reaffirming its commitment to strengthening relations with the country while encouraging continued respect for …
• Philly DA Larry Krasner faces an uncertain political future as Democrats weigh what could come next September 24, 2026 8:30 am Walla Walla Union-Bulletin - Washington State After a federal judge said last week that Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner may have committed federal crimes, questions quickly emerged about the prosecutor’s political future. Krasner, an outspoken Democrat and one of the nation’s most well- …
• Kiir Swears in Caretaker Government Ahead of Elections September 24, 2026 8:21 am Access Radio Yei (JUBA) – President Salva Kiir Mayardit has sworn in South Sudan’s newly appointed caretaker government and called on officials to prioritize service delivery and work together as the country prepares for general elections scheduled for December. Speaking …
• SSR: Father of the Nation, Architect of Our Foreign Policy September 24, 2026 8:12 am Mauritius Times International Relations By Vijay Makhan On the 126th anniversary of his birth, it is fitting to recall Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam not only as the Father of the Nation and the architect of our independence, but also as the statesman who gave newly …
• U.S.-China summit highlights the 'hypocrisy' of American trade policy, experts say September 24, 2026 8:03 am CBC/Radio-Canada Play Listen to this article Estimated 4 minutes The audio version of this article is generated by AI-based technology. Mispronunciations can occur. We are working with our partners to continually review and improve the results. U.S. President Donald Trump …
• Opinion| South Sudan at a crossroads: Government dissolution and an uncertain future September 24, 2026 8:01 am Radio Tamazuj The Unravelling of a Liberator’s Promise When South Sudan gained independence in 2011, it was buoyed by the historic aspirations of a people who had endured decades of civil war. The Sudan People’s Liberation Movement/Army (SPLM/A) had successfully …
• Gaza watches Israel’s elections with fear and antipathy September 24, 2026 7:53 am Al Jazeera Gaza City – For three years, Palestinians in Gaza have lived with the destruction of their cities and displacement from their homes. Israel’s genocidal war, which started in October 2023, has taken more than 70,000 lives and determined the fates of those …
• EAC Delegation Begins Consultations on South Sudan’s Political Transition September 24, 2026 7:40 am Juba Echo TV By Wek Atak Kacjang A high-level delegation from the East African Community (EAC), led by EAC Secretary-General Ambassador Stephen Patrick Mbundi and Senior Constitutional Expert Amos Wako, has arrived in Juba to launch national consultations on the …
• Gyanesh Kumar: From key government roles to the SIR controversy September 24, 2026 7:33 am SahilOnline New Delhi: When Gyanesh Kumar took charge as India's 26th chief election commissioner (CEC) in February 2025, his work on the abrogation of Article 370 of the Constitution and setting up the Ram temple trust featured prominently in accounts of his …
• First opportunities: How Lithuania integrated social criteria into public procurement September 24, 2026 7:31 am Open Contracting Partnership - Washington D.C. Challenge: Lithuania has more than 4,000 procuring entities who can use their buying power to uplift marginalized groups, including people with disabilities who face disproportionately high unemployment rates. Open contracting approach: The Public …
• Elections 2026: This failing town is knee-deep in sewage September 24, 2026 7:29 am GroundUp An elderly woman is helped across a stream of sewage in Letsopa near Ottosdal in the North West province. Photos: Ihsaan Haffejee Tswaing Local Municipality in the North West has been fighting costly court battles with the provincial government. Meanwhile …
• Zheenbek Kulubaev held a meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Romania September 24, 2026 7:17 am Open KG At the 81st session of the UN General Assembly, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan, Zheenbek Kulubaev, met with the head of the Romanian Foreign Ministry, Oana-Silvia Cău. During the negotiations, key aspects of Kyrgyz-Romanian cooperation and …
• Medicare AI breach raises questions over government timing September 24, 2026 6:53 am Ticker NEWS Questions have been raised over the timing of the government’s announcement about an alleged AI breach involving Medicare systems. Speaking on Market and Machines, hosted by Professor Chris Berg, Institute of Public Affairs’ Andrew Bushnell said officials …
• Government considers contracting Cuban medical professionals individually  September 24, 2026 6:42 am Love FM Belize is moving to individually contract Cuban doctors and other healthcare professionals as the Government considers the future of the Cuban Medical Brigade.  The proposal would allow Cuban professionals to work directly within Belize’s public health …
• The heat Europe throws away could power its future [Promoted Content] September 24, 2026 6:32 am EurActiv Written by Andrea Voigt. Europe is no stranger to energy shocks. With every new disruption, we are reminded of our reliance on imported energy to keep our homes warm, lights on, and economies moving. The critical question is: when will we learn the right …
• Mohali raids: AAP gheraoes ED teams at GMADA office, alleges political pressure ahead of Punjab polls September 24, 2026 5:44 am The Tribune (Chandigarh) The Aam Aadmi Party on Thursday gheraoed the Greater Mohali Area Development Authority (GMADA) office, where Enforcement Directorate teams had been conducting search operations since Tuesday morning. Around 400 AAP leaders and workers gathered outside the …
• Religious Organizations and Government Ministries Condemn Inappropriate Child Behavior at Orange Walk Carnival September 24, 2026 5:42 am Channel 7 Belize A video circulating from the September 21st Carnival celebrations in Orange Walk depicting a young boy engaged in overtly sexual dancing with adults has ignited a fierce national debate. Over two days, official statements were issued by church leaders and …
• OMOL: Kenya’s maritime policies should power excellence in shipping September 24, 2026 4:45 am Star Today, countries mark World Maritime Day at a time when international shipping remains the conveyor belt of global commerce, carrying more than 80 per cent of world trade to markets and communities across continents. For Kenya, this should be more than …
• Fault lines fracture Mitchell city government September 24, 2026 4:26 am The Times Journal - Oregon Accusations fly among council members, mayor and clerk during tense public meeting MITCHELL - Back in 2023, a mass resignation of city officials that left Mitchell with no mayor, no clerk and just one city councilor. The town was nearly forced to …
• POLITICS: No more 5 vice presidents as President Salva Kiir dissolves government September 24, 2026 4:10 am Number One Citizen Daily By Lodu William Odiy President Salva Kiir Mayardit has dissolved key government institutions and removed the vice presidents ahead of December elections. The changes were announced in a Republican order issued Tuesday as the country entered the final three …
• Pastoral women push for a greater voice in communal affairs September 24, 2026 3:23 am Star Karen Kiogora, Laikipia county gender cordinator, addressing a two-day workshop on National Policy on Women's Economic Empowerment organised by UN Women in Nanyuki, Laikipia/ ALICE WAITHERA Pastoral women have been urged to take a greater role in …
• Four years enough for any government to deliver – IEA rejects five-year term September 24, 2026 3:03 am MyJoyOnline The Institute of Economic Affairs (IEA) has rejected a proposal to extend the tenure of Ghana’s President and Members of Parliament from four to five years, arguing that the existing four-year mandate provides sufficient time for governments to implement …
• Indonesian parties weigh new election rules that could narrow 2029 presidential field September 24, 2026 2:08 am The Straits Times JAKARTA – Indonesia’s next general election is more than two years away, but political parties are already locking horns over key rules governing presidential nominations that may threaten to shut out independent contenders. As MPs prepare to amend the …
• Morocco Elections 2026: What Political Parties’ Leaders Say on the Vote September 23, 2026 7:43 pm Morocco World News Rabat – All eyes are on the voter turnout, with political leaders focused on what the ballots will decide tonight after voting ends at 7 p.m. Moroccan time, wrapping up Morocco’s legislative elections. Political parties’ leaders also made their way to …
• Independent National Electoral Commission INEC Trains Public Affairs Officers To Preserve Institutional Memory Ahead Of 2027 Elections September 23, 2026 4:33 pm Sharp Edge News The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has commenced a two-day capacity-building workshop for Public Affairs Officers (PAOs) from the 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory to strengthen archiving, cataloguing and documentation practices …
• G2 Names Quorum a Leader in Public Affairs Software for Fall 2026 September 23, 2026 1:00 pm EIN Presswire Quorum earns the highest G2 Score in the category, backed by the most reviews of any public affairs platform on the Grid®. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 23, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Quorum, AI for government affairs, has again been …