Tag: Government
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Somalia President Directs Urgent Finalisation of 10,000-Teacher Recruitment
Overview of the Demand In a decisive push to strengthen Somalia’s education system, President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has directed the Ministry of Education to urgently complete the recruitment of 10,000 teachers. The move, announced on 22 November 2025, intends to fill a long-standing staffing gap across the country in both public primary and secondary schools.…
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Lockdowns Could Have Been Avoided, Finds UK Covid Inquiry
Overview of the Findings The UK Covid-19 Inquiry has concluded that lockdowns could have been avoided entirely if ministers had reacted more quickly to the emerging threat of the virus. Led by Baroness Heather Hallett, the inquiry scrutinized how early signals were interpreted and how rapidly policy choices were translated into public health restrictions. While…
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New Education Minister Promises All Special Needs Kids School Places
Overview: A Commitment to Inclusive Education The newly appointed Minister for Education has signaled a sweeping commitment to inclusive schooling, declaring that all children with additional needs will be guaranteed a place in a school. This pledge, announced as part of a broader Cabinet reshuffle, positions inclusive education at the top of the government’s reform…
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Budget on the Line: MPs Prepare for a Crucial Vote that Could Shape the Liberal Government’s Fate
Overview: A Budget With High Stakes The House of Commons is braced for a pivotal moment as Members of Parliament prepare for one final vote on the main budget motion. The outcome will determine whether the country’s fiscal policy can proceed as proposed and whether the Liberal government will be able to continue governing. With…
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OVP 90th Anniversary: Why Some Ex-Vice Presidents Skipped
Event Overview The Office of the Vice President (OVP) celebrated its 90th anniversary with a ceremony hosted by Sara Duterte on Friday, November 14. The milestone event drew a high-powered crowd, effectively turning the celebration into a mini-reunion of political figures and power players. Yet, the guest list also underscored gaps: several living former vice…
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Reopening an Entire Government Won’t Happen Overnight
The reality of a gradual reopening The end of a prolonged government shutdown on paper does not equal a flip of a switch. Even with funding restored, many federal operations will take time to ramp back up. Agencies must reboot infrastructure, hire and re-hire staff, repair backlogs, and reconfigure systems that were paused or slowed…
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Trump threatens to replace air traffic controllers with patriots amid shutdown
Overview: A presidential demand during a government shutdown The ongoing government shutdown has escalated into a clash between urgent labor needs and political signaling. President Donald Trump publicly pressed air traffic controllers to return to work, threatening to replace staff with what he described as “patriots” if they did not resume normal duties. In tandem…
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What the Federal Government Shutdown Means Across the U.S.
Overview: Why the Shutdown Matters The federal government entering an extended shutdown has ripple effects far beyond federal offices. When funding lapses, many agencies pause nonessential operations, and thousands of workers face furloughs or delayed pay. This situation, now the longest in U.S. history, creates uncertainties for families, businesses, and communities that rely on federal…
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Slow Efficiency Progress is a Wasted Opportunity
Why energy efficiency is the fastest path to progress Governments around the world recognize that reliable, affordable energy is essential for modern life. Yet the fastest and most cost-effective route to a secure energy future is not building more power plants, but using the energy we already have more wisely. Energy efficiency is often described…
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NPS Announces New Police Recruitment Date After Mandate Takeover
NPS Announces Recruitment Date Following Mandate Takeover The National Police Service (NPS) has announced a new nationwide police recruitment date in a statement issued on Tuesday by Inspector General Douglas Kanja Kirocho. The recruitment exercise, which will run countrywide on Monday, November 17, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., marks a pivotal moment for…