Tag: Parliament
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Nigel Farage defends MP’s ad remarks as ugly, not deliberately racist
Farage defends MP’s remarks as ugly, not deliberately racist Nigel Farage has defended comments made by Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin, who said adverts full of Black and Asian people “drives me mad.” Farage described the remarks as ugly and lacking racist intent, arguing that the broader concern lay in what he called a broader…
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Singapore Pools’ 10-Cent PayNow Fee Under Scrutiny: Surcharges by Merchants Prohibited, Says DPM Gan
Overview: The PayNow Surcharge Question Singapore’s PayNow system, widely used by retailers and service providers, is governed by strict rules that prohibit merchants from imposing surcharges on customers for PayNow transactions. Yet, questions have arisen over a 10-cent fee charged by Singapore Pools for each PayNow transaction, including bets and prize claims. The issue has…
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PayNow Fee Scrutiny: Singapore Pools 10-cent Charge
Overview: PayNow surcharges come under government scrutiny Singapore is tightening rules against merchant-imposed charges for PayNow payments. While the Association of Banks in Singapore (ABS) prohibits such surcharges, a 10-cent fee charged by Singapore Pools for each PayNow transaction has drawn attention. Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong, who serves as Minister for Trade and…
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France unveils new cabinet as budget crisis tightens its grip on Paris
France unveils a new cabinet amid mounting budget pressure PARIS — In a move aimed at steadying a government facing its sternest budget hurdle in years, the French presidency announced Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu’s new cabinet on Sunday. At the forefront of the reshuffle is a renewed alignment with President Emmanuel Macron, as Roland Lescure,…
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France’s Macron Reappoints Lecornu as PM in Bid to Avert Parliamentary Crisis
France’s political stalemate deepens as Lecornu returns as prime minister French President Emmanuel Macron has reappointed Sebastien Lecornu as prime minister, just days after Lecornu’s abrupt resignation ended his first brief tenure. The move, announced with the aim of unblocking a deeply divided parliament, signals Macron’s determination to push through the 2026 budget amid a…
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Macron Reappoints Lecornu as French PM Amid Turmoil
Macron’s surprise move reappoints Lecornu as prime minister In a dramatic turnaround, President Emmanuel Macron has asked Sébastien Lecornu to return as France’s prime minister just four days after Lecornu announced he would step away from the post. The decision was announced late on Friday, following a meeting at the Élysée Palace with leaders from…
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Australia News Live: Trump-Israel Gaza Peace Deal, Defence Property Overhaul Looms
Australia News Live: Markets, Politics and Global Peace Talks In a day of rapid developments, Australian markets showed resilience as major banks helped the S&P/ASX 200 recover from morning losses. The index edged higher by mid-afternoon, trading around the 8,970 point mark, while investors weighed interest-rate expectations, commodity prices and the broader global news cycle.…
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Turkish Delegation Visits Parliament House in Islamabad
Turkish Delegation’s Courtesy Call at Islamabad’s Parliament House A nine-member Turkish delegation arrived at Parliament House in Islamabad on Thursday for a day of guided tours and discussions focused on parliamentary collaboration and democratic traditions. The visit, which included stops at the Constitution Gallery and the Senate Museum, highlighted ongoing efforts to deepen bilateral ties…
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Macron could nominate a new prime minister in next 48 hours, says outgoing French PM
France on edge as Macron could nominate a new prime minister within 48 hours France stands at a crucial crossroads as supporters, opponents, and international observers watch for the next move from President Emmanuel Macron. With outgoing Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu suggesting Macron could name a new prime minister within the next 48 hours, the…
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Australia’s Parliament May Grow for the First Time in 40 Years
Overview: A Potential Expansion on the Table Australia’s parliament is considering a landmark change: increasing the number of MPs and moving toward fixed or four-year terms. The inquiry, led by the joint committee on electoral matters, was commissioned by Special Minister of State Don Farrell to explore whether more representatives are needed and whether elections…