Hungarian veto on Ukraine loan proves EU needs less unanimity, says new Dutch PM "The Netherlands is back," Dutch Prime Minister Rob Jetten declared on his first trip to Brussels since taking office. Euronews · Mar 3
The World Cup faces an unprecedented crisis as the US attacks Iran – how will Fifa respond? COMMENT : A controversial build-up took a drastic turn with a World Cup host bombing one of the qualified teams, writes Miguel Delaney, with Iran’s very participation in question The Independent UK · Mar 1
The Australian throws 4,000-word tantrum at press council ruling as Drumgold waits for just one: sorry Murdoch newspaper spits the dummy at press watchdog. Plus: some odd headlines about Michael Rowland’s ABC departure The Guardian - AU · Feb 26
Ancient oak tree was healthy when it was cut down by Toby Carvery restaurant, report finds A report by Forestry Commission found no signs of serious disease in the oak Evening Standard · Feb 26
Reform’s pension plan could backfire and lead to higher council tax bills, experts warn Nigel Farage’s party wants to merge council pension schemes to create a single British Sovereign Wealth Fund The Independent UK · Feb 24
EU countries back tool to regulate carbon price spikes ahead of tax on cars and buildings EU countries agreed to amend a financial tool designed to regulate carbon price shocks in anticipation of the new carbon tax covering road transport and buildings. Euronews · Feb 18
High carbon costs, negative energy prices: EU confronts electricity price conundrum EU leaders will discuss options to reduce electricity prices at a March summit. Among them are decoupling electricity from gas prices and addressing the emergence of negative energy prices, which make producers pay consumers for the power they use. Euronews · Feb 18
Which parties run the councils where elections are no longer postponed? Labour had initially intended to cancel polls in 30 areas, a move that would have impacted 4.5 million voters The Independent UK · Feb 16
Starmer abandons plans to cancel May council elections in latest U-turn Government agrees to pay Reform UK’s legal costs in further humiliation for prime minister The Independent UK · Feb 16
Meet Florida Man 2.0: the executive working to replace retirees and Disney tourists with Fortune 500 HQs "There's a huge gap in what people think about Florida and what actually exists in Florida," Michael Simas, CEO of Florida's Council of 100, told Fortune. Fortune · Feb 15
Bikinis banned on Sydney bus over ‘cleanliness’ concerns A sign for the northern beaches Hop, Skip and Jump bus says ‘clothing must be worn over swimwear’ The Guardian - AU · Feb 13
London council denies ‘airbrushing’ opposition to controversial LTN Greenwich Council denies consultation on contentious scheme was ‘biased, undemocratic or secretive’ Evening Standard · Feb 12
Ealing Council launches ‘hit-squad’ to crack down on fly-tipping The council is investing in CCTV, ‘tidy teams’ and new recycling schemes in a bid to stop antisocial behaviour Evening Standard · Feb 8
Rising Send costs will ‘bankrupt’ four in five English local authorities, leaders say Councils call on ministers to write off special educational needs and disability deficits that are predicted to reach £14bn in 2028 The Guardian - UK · Feb 5
The Independent UK · Feb 4 Head of Reform council’s cost-cutting programme resigns after suggesting authority has made ‘no cuts’ Councillor Matthew Fraser Moat said his words had been ‘twisted’ to ‘fit into an anti-KCC narrative’
The Times of India · Feb 3 Shab-e-Barat 2026: UAE fatwa council permits Haq Al Laila celebration during mid-Shaban under Islamic law The UAE Fatwa Council has declared the traditional Haq Al Laila celebration permissible under Islamic law, provided it aligns with core principles. This mid-Sha'ban festivity, involving children collecting sweets and community gatherings, strengthens family and social bonds. The ruling permits cultural observances and spiritual reflection, encouraging unity and joy as…
Roll Call · Feb 2 Republicans look to rebuke DC Council with swing at local tax code “They are spending more time trying to overturn D.C. laws than they’re doing with a number of pressing issues,” one organizer said of Congress.
Euronews · Jan 30 Mark Rutte should stop being an 'American agent' and unite NATO, Charles Michel says Former European Council President Charles Michel tells Euronews that Rutte's "flattering approach" towards the US President will lead to "total failure."
Pedestrian.tv · Jan 30 Party Poopers: Sydney’s Heated Rivalry Lookalike Contest Cops Pushback From Council “God forbid I put on a fun, community event spontaneously for the people!"
Evening Standard · Jan 28 Environment Agency tells people to stay vigilant as flood risk continues About 63 properties have been flooded across the country.
Euronews · Jan 28 Exclusive: EU-India deal shows 'reliable partners can work for good', Costa tells Euronews In an exclusive interview with Euronews in New Delhi, European Council President António Costa hailed the EU-India trade pact as a major economic opportunity and strategic victory in an “uncertain world.”
Evening Standard · Jan 27 Major incident declared as Storm Chandra brings flooding Somerset Council said on Tuesday evening that an estimated 50 properties have been affected by flooding.
Euronews · Jan 27 Draghi to join EU leaders at retreat to boost competitiveness, Costa tells Euronews Costa has held a series on informal meetings bringing together the 27 leaders to brainstorm without the formalities of a European summit.
The Guardian - AU · Jan 25 A regional NSW council voted to remove the Aboriginal flag to promote ‘unity’ – it did the opposite Corowa mayor Cheryl Cook says the proposal is intended to unite the town as a ‘single, cohesive community under one sovereign emblem’, but traditional owners say it erases their past
Reason · Jan 23 Judicial Misconduct or Impeachment Based On The Merits Of a Decision Could a Judicial Council take away all of a judge's cases based on the merits of a decision? Could Congress delegate this power of stealth impeachment?