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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

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

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

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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

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

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

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

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Waimea Dam bailout plea shows why public sector fails at big infrastructure

Council and private owners of a big dam at the top of the South Island are negotiating with ministers, seeking concessions on public money they borrowed to complete the heavily-delayed project. The Waimea Community Dam, finally opened last year by the Prime Minister, is jointly owned by Tasman District Council…

Newsroom.co.nz

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

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

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

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

London council denies ‘airbrushing’ opposition to controversial LTN

Greenwich Council denies consultation on contentious scheme was ‘biased, undemocratic or secretive’

Evening Standard

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

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The Guardian - UK

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 Independent UK

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

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…

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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.

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Euronews

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."

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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

Environment Agency tells people to stay vigilant as flood risk continues

About 63 properties have been flooded across the country.

Euronews

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

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

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

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

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