Kyrgyzstan elected to UN Security Council for first time in its history Kyrgyzstan was elected to the UN Security Council as a non-permanent member for 2027-2028, marking a rare win for Central Asia. Euronews · Jun 3
Corpus Christi delays decision on nearly billion-dollar water plant despite impending crisis The City Council rejected the treatment plant last year over cost and environmental concerns, but plans resurfaced as the city’s water woes continued. The Texas Tribune · Jun 3
Greens reverse Gaza ban at London town hall as party to lead sixth council in capital Lambeth was one of seven town halls in the city where no party managed to win a majority at the local elections on May 7 Evening Standard · Jun 2
EU greenlights controversial return hubs in 'strictest-ever' new migration law A new EU law will allow migrant return hubs outside the bloc and home searches in a bid to crack down on irregular migration. Civil society groups point to a “xenophobic" turn in EU politics. Euronews · Jun 1
Kyrgyzstan calls for more Asian, African and Latin American seats on UN Security Council As he announced his country's candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council, Kyrgyzstan's Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubaev called for its reform to include greater representation from Asia, Africa and South America. Euronews · Jun 1
A Private Ethics Order From The Fifth Circuit With Dissents To Make It Public (Updated) How could it be that not a single member of the 11th Circuit Judicial Council thought to make Judge Betsy's reprimand public? Reason · May 31
EU expands sanctions on Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad to include Hamas Politburo members "In their capacity as decision-makers of the organisation, the members of the Politburo have knowledge of the planning, preparation and execution of violent actions by Hamas," the bloc said. Euronews · May 30
DOJ Moves To Disqualify Judge Ross In Election Interference Case The Eleventh Circuit's decision to identify a conflict of interest, but not identify the conflicted judge, leaves litigants guessing. Reason · May 30
Westminster Tories accused of ‘U-turning’ on promise for Oxford Street after plans for judicial review ditched The leader of Westminster City Council said a legal challenge against pedestrianisation was ‘simply impossible at this late stage’ Evening Standard · May 28
Greens take control of another London council as Zack Polanski's party forms coalition with Lib Dems Labour lost control of the borough for the first time in 16 years in a devestating set of local elections for the party on May 7 Evening Standard · May 28
Karnataka final decision coming? Rahul Gandhi-Siddaramaiah meeting ends with possibility of change of guard Amidst swirling political winds in Karnataka, the Congress party is seemingly on the brink of a leadership change. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah has reportedly paved the way for Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar to take the helm. Following a meeting in Delhi with top party leaders, the speculations are deepening on… The Economic Times · May 27
Can the EU make cross-border train travel as simple as booking a flight? The European Commission has presented its plan to allow passengers to book multi-operator rail journeys with a single ticket, a single contract, and unified passenger rights. How can the EU simplify rail travel? Watch the video. Euronews · May 27
Karnataka leadership tussle: Siddaramaiah to meet DK Shivakumar over breakfast tomorrow Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and Deputy Chief Minister DK Shivakumar will meet for breakfast. This meeting fuels speculation about a possible leadership change in the Karnataka Congress. The party leadership has dismissed these reports. Discussions were held in Delhi regarding Rajya Sabha and Legislative Council elections. The meeting is being… The Economic Times · May 27
Brent Labour does deal with Tories after Starmer bans party from working with Greens Seven London councils - Brent, Barnet, Enfield, Haringey, Wandsworth, Lambeth and Southwark - fell from Labour to no overall control at the local elections on May 7 Evening Standard · May 23
The Guardian - UK · May 22 Soft power sell-off: anger as British Council announces sale of historic Madrid building Backlash grows among European staff against radical cuts to pay off Covid-era debt, with some accusing council of ‘colonial attitude’
Radio France Internationale · May 22 French court keeps low-emission driving bans despite growing backlash France’s Constitutional Council has upheld maintaining low-emission zones, which restrict the use of the most polluting vehicles in towns and cities. The ruling blocks attempts by right-wing and far-right MPs to weaken two flagship environmental policies through amendments to an unrelated bill.
Reason · May 22 Law School Recommended Against Student's Bar Admission, Partly for Alleged "Celebration" of Charlie Kirk Assassination in Law School Clinic The student sued seeking to undo the reprimand and report to the bar, but a federal court concluded that this particular remedy is barred by state sovereign immunity under the Eleventh Amendment/
Euronews · May 21 EU countries and Parliament clash on controversial return rules for migrants The European Parliament and EU member states have failed to agree on a law enabling home searches and setting up deportation centres outside the EU to speed up migrants’ returns.
The National (Scotland) · May 20 SNP elect new group leader after councillor resigns to take Holyrood seat Edinburgh Council’s SNP group has voted in a new leader with close to 10 years of experience in city politics after the group’s last boss was…
The Independent UK · May 19 Hertfordshire town reopens century-old graves for new burials due to space shortage Bishop’s Stortford Town Council is reportedly the only authority outside London to be granted such powers by Parliament
The Economic Times · May 14 BCI seeks report from WB Bar Council on practice status of Mamata Banerjee after her HC appearance The Bar Council of India has asked the West Bengal Bar Council for a report. This report concerns Mamata Banerjee's lawyer enrolment and practice status. She appeared in court recently in lawyer's attire. The Council needs details on her enrolment and practice during and after her chief minister tenure.
The Independent UK · May 7 Postal vote error leaves some people without ballot papers ahead of Senedd election Cardiff council said ‘the print run for the supplementary voting packs scheduled for last week did not fully take place’
Evening Standard · May 7 Bexley Council election: Who should I vote for? All five major political parties unveiling their plans for the south-east London borough
Euronews · May 7 Brussels makes progress but no breakthrough on EU-US trade deal Negotiators from the European Parliament and European Council faced-off Wednesday night to aiming to conclude the EU-US trade deal. Despite the lengthy discussion and fears of a potential US retaliation, no end was brokered, with talks continuing on 19 May.
Evening Standard · May 5 James Corden wins row with London council over work at £11.5 million mansion The Gavin and Stacey star successfully appealed against Camden Council’s decision after he laid a number of paving slabs without planning permission