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Letter writer Scott Neylon says he's victim of email threats

Jeremy Bath's friend in Japan accuses council critic of 'cyber harassment' over seven emails.

Newcastle Herald

Some degrees are not enough to land government jobs

TANSCHE struggles to determine degree equivalence for State government jobs, highlighting discrepancies in educational qualifications and recruitment rules.

The Hindu

Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments Bill passed

The State Legislative Assembly passed the Karnataka Hindu Religious Institutions and Charitable Endowments (Amendment) Bill, 2024, for the second time on Thursday. Later, it was passed in the Council, amidst protest by BJP members. It had been rejected by the combined Opposition in the Legislative Council last Friday. Now, the…

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India hits out at Pakistan for raking up Kashmir issue at UNHRC

In a strong retort to debt-trapped Pakistan after it raised the issue of Jammu and Kashmir at the United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC), India has said it cannot pay any attention to a country which is soaked in red due to the bloodshed from terrorism that it sponsors around…

The Hindu

Council staff taken to task over sewer pump-out screw up

A very public tongue-lashing has seen council staff commit to doing better.

Newcastle Herald

CM and Dy. CM say BJP ‘misleading public’ on Endowment Bill

Karnataka BJP leaders accused of misleading public on proposed amendments to Hindu Religious Institutions Act by state officials.

The Hindu

Southern Gaza Hit As Israeli Spy Chief Reportedly Heads To New Talks

Israeli air strikes targeted homes in the southern Gaza Strip, witnesses said on Friday, adding to what aid groups describe as an increasingly hopeless humanitarian situation despite efforts towards new truce talks.

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US vetoes another UN Security Council resolution urging Gaza war ceasefire

Majority of members voted to call for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza that has killed more than 29,000.

Al Jazeera

Puttanna retains Teachers’ constituency seat in his fifth win

BJP and JD(S) suffer setback as Congress candidate P. Puttanna wins Bangalore Teachers' constituency in Legislative Council.

The Hindu

US Vetoes Gaza Resolution In UN But Floats Alternative

The United States vetoed a UN Security Council resolution Tuesday calling for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza, while circulating its own proposal for an eventual truce as President Joe Biden comes under pressure to dial back support for Israel.

International Business Times

Councillor sacked for failing to turn up to three meetings in a row

Mr Jones said he's disappointed in himself and 'archaic' legislation.

Newcastle Herald

Combat mode: On the BJP and the general election 2024 campaign

The National Council Meeting of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Delhi has set the tone for the party’s Lok Sabha election campaign

The Hindu

US signals it will block proposed Gaza ceasefire resolution at UN

US says it would veto Algerian draft resolution at the UN Security Council urging ‘immediate humanitarian ceasefire’.

Al Jazeera

Senegal Constitutional Body Overturns Presidential Vote Delay

Senegal's Constitutional Council on Thursday overturned the postponement of this month's presidential election, a historic decision that opens up a realm of uncertainty for the traditionally stable West African nation.

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Former councillor Padmaraj arrested for threat call to BJP MLA K. Gopalaiah

The police have arrested former Bengaluru councillor Padmaraj, who allegedly threatened to kill the BJP member and former Minister K. Gopalaiah, Home Minister G. Parameshwara informed the Legislative Assembly.

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Border security bill fails on Capitol Hill, causing confusion among members

In this informative interview, National Border Patrol Council Vice President Art Del Cueto clarifies misconceptions surrounding the border security bill an...

The Hindu

Kochi Mayor claims victory in voting on Budget indicative of LDF’s increased hold on Council

Kochi Mayor M. Anilkumar has claimed that the Left Democratic Front (LDF)-led governing committee has further strengthened its hold on the Corporation Council going by its increased support in the voting to approve the Corporation Budget on Friday.

Al Jazeera

UN chief warns of ‘age of chaos’ as Security Council stays divided on Gaza

Antonio Guterres says the divisions within the UN Security Council are ‘dangerous’.

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International Business Times

UN Chief Says World In 'Age Of Chaos'

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned Wednesday that the world is entering "an age of chaos" with a deeply divided Security Council unable to address critical issues such as the Israel-Hamas war.

Reason

ABA Adopts New Academic Freedom / Freedom of Expression Requirement for Law School Accreditation

This apparently just happened; here's the full American Bar Association standard (and see this ABA Journal article): Standard 208: Academic Freedom and Freedom of Expression [a] A law school shall adopt, publish, and adhere to written policies that protect academic freedom. A law school's academic freedom policies shall: [1] Apply…

Newcastle Herald

'Too many controversies': Ross Kerridge on why he wants to lead council

The doctor is challenging lord mayor Nuatali Nelmes.

AAP

Cook memorial replacement up to council, says premier

The decision of whether to replace a second vandalised Captain Cook memorial lies with the local council, according to Victoria Premier Jacinta Allan.

The Hindu

Notice issued as part of YSRCP’s political vendetta, alleges MLC Ramachandraiah

Notice issued as part of YSRCP’s political vendetta, alleges MLC Ramachandraiah. He says that the proceedings initiated against him by Legislative Council Chairman are in violation of the constitutional tenets.

Al Jazeera

What will the ICJ announce on Israel’s Gaza war? The possible scenarios

The World Court’s interim measures could being relief for Israel, vindication for Palestinians or offer a bit of both.

International Business Times

French Court To Rule On Controversial Immigration Bill

France's highest constitutional authority will on Thursday issue a keenly-awaited verdict on whether an immigration bill adopted under pressure from the far-right is in line with its basic law.

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