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Russian space weapon ban shot down by UN Security Council

The United Nations Security Council has voted against a resolution introduced by Russia and China that would ban member states from placing weapons of any kind in outer space.

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Decisions still to come on how to spend opioid abatement settlement funds in Lexington

One of the people on the front line in Lexington's struggle with opioid overdoses says Narcan training takes many forms.Members of a Lexington Council committee received an update on intervention measures last week.

WEKU

'Dangerous' safety wands along Croydon cycle lane to be removed after emergency services alert

The wands had been blamed for causing a number of injuries

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Plans unveiled for Hunter Valley bus crash memorial garden

The garden will feature 10 trees, representing each life lost in the tragedy.

Newcastle Herald

BJP cadre in coastal districts sulk over being ‘taken for granted’ by the party

The June 3 Legislative Council elections in Karnataka has two BJP rebel candidates from the coastal belt in the fray. Both claim that they are “filling a void” as the saffron party has “sidelined” Dakshina Kannada and Udupi districts by not fielding locals in the South West Graduates’ and the…

The Hindu

Lexington mass transit official spells out plans for the upcoming fiscal year

Lexington’s mass transit system is examining a significant change in service delivery. Lexington City Council members got a briefing earlier this week.

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Cumberland Council’s book ban has been overturned, but what is really happening in Australian libraries?

At Cumberland City Council in the western suburbs of Sydney, one man – Councillor Steve Christou – persuaded the council to ban books about same-sex parenting from the council’s libraries.

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Council polls: Rebellion and confusion in BJP-JD(S) alliance in three constituencies

The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), which had announced candidates to five of the six Legislative Council seats leaving one to its alliance partner the Janata Dal (Secular), will likely give up another seat to its partner making the seat-sharing formula to 4-2. Six Council seats go to polls on June…

The Hindu

Many Congress leaders vying for ticket to get elected to Legislative Council

As a dozen seats of the Legislative Council in Karnataka are falling vacant next month (June 17), senior and junior leaders of the Congress are vying for ticket to get elected to the Upper House of the State Legislature from the Legislative Assembly.

The Hindu

Public comments primarily support a proposal to make the sale of dogs and cats at Lexington pet stor

A Humane Pet Sales Ordinance proposal continues to move forward at Lexington City Hall. The topic attracted significant public comment during Tuesday’s Council work session.

WEKU

Paid leave for domestic violence victims under consideration at Lexington City Hall

Lexington city leaders are considering expanding the paid leave policy for urban county government workers. The proposal got Council committee approval Tuesday.

WEKU

Nowhere to go: Cessnock council clocks $6.4m loss in High Court appeal

Not willing or able - Cessnock City Council 'broke its promise'

Newcastle Herald

Legislative Council poll keeps political heat on as it is being seen as a prestige battle

High political tension in Karnataka as parties gear up for Legislative Council elections following Lok Sabha polls.

The Hindu

Karnataka MLC elections | Marithibbe Gowda is Congress candidate from South Teachers’ constituency

AICC announces Marithibbe Gowda as Congress candidate for Karnataka Legislative Council election in Bengaluru South Teachers' Constituency.

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BJP springs a surprise at alliance partner JD(S) by nominating its candidates for five of six Council seats

Hours after the former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa announced in Mysuru that the NDA partners BJP and Janata Dal (Secular) will contest four and two seats, respectively, in the upcoming Legislative Council elections for six seats, the BJP sprung a surprise by naming its candidate to one of the two…

WEKU

Lexington Council committee begins review of rules for rural short-term rentals

Lexington City Council members are considering ways to permit more short-term rentals in rural Fayette County. The conversation, in a Council setting, started earlier this week.

WEKU

Lexington Council committee reviews residential and commercial zone text amendments

Lexington city leaders are beginning the formal process of updating zoning regulations. It has implications for specific businesses located near residential areas.

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Sydney council bans same-sex parenting books from libraries for ‘safety of our children’

Local MP is concerned move breaches Anti-Discrimination Act while NSW arts minister accuses council of ‘censorship’

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Lexington street tree compliance may undergo some modification

The implementation and continuation of a successful street tree program covers a lot of ground literally and figuratively. Lexington Council Members got a briefing on urban canopy and street tree issues last week.

WEKU

Pavement priorities get attention at Lexington City Hall.

Laying down new pavement along Lexington streets is something that often interests both citizens and Council members representing residents. Members of the Council’s Environmental Quality and Public Works Committee got an update this week.

Latin Times

Haiti transitional council already in chaos following withdrawal of PM announcement

Fritz Bélizaire was not in the list of agreed candidates. His selection catalyzed infighting within the council and led a majority bloc to backtrack on the move

Evening Standard

Conservatives' Harlow victory depends on councillor suspended for alleged Islamophobia

‘Their rush to reinstate individuals accused of spreading hate speaks volumes about their priorities’, says Hope Not Hate

Newcastle Herald

Sacked councillor to challenge decision after missed meetings

The former councillor was highly critical of council.

The Hindu

Hope Palestine's application for U.N. membership will be reconsidered, endorsed: India

India hopes the US will reconsider its veto on Palestine's UN membership bid, supporting a two-state solution.

WEKU

Revenues a plus as Lexington City Council begins budget review

As Fayette County prepares for a new fiscal year budget, the revenue picture is positive. That’s according to Urban County Government Finance Commissioner Erin Hensley.

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