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Labour council leader 'protected' by Unionist coalition against no confidence vote

A LABOUR council leader will not face a vote of no confidence after Unionist parties “joined forces” to reject the SNP's attempt to trigger one…

The National (Scotland)

Johnson OKs deal to raise tax on high-end home sales, use funds to combat homelessness

Compromise cuts transfer tax rate for properties sold under $1 million, progressively raises it for sales above $1 million.

Chicago Sun-Times

More than 200 Palestinians, nearly 30 Israelis killed so far this year: UN

UN Middle East envoy Tor Wennesland says deaths from violence so far this year are the highest recorded since 2005.

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U.N. calls unauthorized construction by Turkish Cypriots a violation of the status quo on Cyprus

The U.N. Security Council says unauthorized construction by Turkish Cypriots inside the U.N. buffer zone dividing Cyrus is a violation of the status quo and runs contrary to council resolutions

The Independent UK

The opaqueness of TANSCHE

Tamil Nadu government's Higher Education department reversed policy on "uniform syllabus" for autonomous colleges. TANSCHE, the body mandated to formulate programmes, has not followed Act, leading to faculty concerns. Political intervention has led to lack of transparency and accountability, fuelling suspicion.

The Hindu

Debroy's article doesn't reflect govt. or EAC-PM views, says Eco Advisory Council

The Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM) has distanced itself from its chairman Bibek Debroy’s article suggesting embracing a new constitution and said the article, in no way reflects the views of EAC-PM or the Government of India.

The Hindu

Congress will welcome Opposition legislators if they resign first, says Minister G. Parameshwara

The Congress will welcome leaders from other parties, if they resign from their membership of the Legislative Assembly or Council, G. Parameshwara, Home Minister and former KPCC president, said in Belagavi on Friday.

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Alba say party event 'threatened with cancellation' by Labour-run council

THE Alba Party's claim that its National Council was threatened with cancellation by a Labour-run local authority has been disputed.

The National (Scotland)

Taxes near the top of priority list as Lexington City Council returns

There are certain aspects of the fall season that are seen each year. In addition to cooling temperatures and falling leaves, there’s a given when it comes to taxes in the Lexington community. Fall property tax bills will be going out in a few weeks. The first step in that…

WEKU

Explained | The National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill (2023)

The National Nursing and Midwifery Commission Bill (NNMC), 2023, will replace the Indian Nursing Council Act, 1947 and regulate the field nursing and mid wifery in the country, including education and licensing.

The Hindu

Lexington council members working on new community development funding rules

Lexington City Council members are moving forward with modifications to internal fund allocations. Each Council member has what’s called neighborhood development funding of $15,000. That is up from $10,000 last year.

WEKU

Govt. to nominate Seetharam, Umashree, Sudham Das to Council

The State government has formally sent three names — of former Ministers M.R. Seetharam and Umashree and former Enforcement Directorate officer H.P. Sudham Das — to the membership of the Legislative Council, for the Governor’s approval.

The Hindu

Lexington City Council gives tentative approval to property tax rates

Lexington City Council is moving ahead with setting property tax rates in a variety of funds. The consideration Tuesday included more discussion than in recent years.

WEKU

Names of Umashree, Seetharam, Sudham Das likely to be sent to Governor today for Legislative Council seats

The Congress is learnt to have finalised the names of former Ministers Umashree and M.R. Seetharam, besides Sudham Das, for the three vacant seats in the Legislative Council.

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Dignitaries stress constitutional values, welfare, poverty alleviation during Independence Day celebrations in Andhra Pradesh

The 77th Independence Day was celebrated across Andhra Pradesh with the hoisting of the national flag at the Legislative Assembly, Council, Secretariat, and High Court on August 15 (Tuesday). Dignitaries, who took part in the celebrations, highlighted the State’s commitment to democratic spirit.

Chicago Sun-Times

Larry Snelling, mayor’s pick for top cop, vows to help both ‘forgotten’ crime victims, disenchanted officers: ‘We have to love them’

Snelling’s appointment by Mayor Brandon Johnson must be confirmed by the City Council. Before that crucial vote, he is expected to be introduced to Chicago residents — and face questions — during at least one public hearing.

Dynamite News

Raghav Chadha changes his social media bio after suspension from Rajya Sabha

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha, who was suspended from Rajya Sabha for "breach of privilege" after complaints of 'fraud', changed his bio on X (formally known as Twitter) to ‘Suspended Member of Parliament, India.’ Read further on Dynamite News:

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Footscray’s Iconic Franco Cozzo To Officially Become A Moon Dog Brewery After Council Approval

The famous Franco Cozzo furniture building in Melbourne’s inner west suburb of Footscray will officially be converted into a Moon Dog brewery after much umm-ing and ahh-ing from the local council over the proposal. After an application was submitted last year, the plan to turn the site into a massive…

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AAP MP Raghav Chadha suspended from Rajya Sabha over ‘breach of privilege’

Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MP Raghav Chadha was suspended on Friday from the Rajya Sabha for “breach of privilege” after complaints of ‘fraud’. Read further on Dynamite News.

Newcastle Herald

Blockbusted: Boolaroo's Lake Cinema struggles as moviegoers dwindle

Rumours have circulated online about the closure of one of the city's few remaining independent theatres, and Boolaroo's Lake Cinema owner Bob Mason said unless numbers pick up - it won't be far from the truth.

Space

Star Wars should have focused on the Sith ages ago

Disney plans to tell a Star Wars story from the side of the villains. Finally!

Newcastle Herald

Residents to have their say on potential Merriwa de-amalgamation

'It's something that has been bubbling away for a long time.'

Newsroom.co.nz

Councils forced to consider asset sales as insurance premiums go through roof

The three 'i's of inflation, interest and now insurance hikes of up to 56% are tipping local authorities into an unprecedented cashflow crisis. Some are leaving halls, pools and libraries uninsured – or looking to sell them off. Jonathan Milne reports.

Al Jazeera

Libya’s High State Council elects new leader as political gridlock deepens

The Tripoli-based governing body chooses Mohammed Takala as leader in a run-off by 67 votes to 62.

The Hindu

U.P. govt. must show special responsibility in monsoon session over issues of public interest, says Mayawati

In the short session scheduled to be of five days, both Houses — the Legislative Assembly and the Council — will adopt new rulebook.

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