Tag: Public Policy
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N.W.T. Government Won’t Administer Federal Gun Buyback Program
What’s happening The Northwest Territories government has announced it will not administer the federal gun buyback program that several Canadian jurisdictions planned to implement. This means residents and firearms owners in the N.W.T. must pursue other routes for disposing of firearms that were targeted by federal policy, rather than relying on a centralized, government-run buyback…
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Uganda Reopens Social Media Platforms After Elections
Uganda Restores Social Media Access Following Election Block Uganda has officially announced the reopening of social media platforms after a temporary shutdown that occurred in the wake of the January elections. The move marks a return to normalcy for a country that relies heavily on online communication for news, business, and daily social interaction. What…
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Senate Sets Agenda: Constitution Review, Electoral Act Reforms, and 2026 Budget Top Resumption Priorities
Senate Resumption Signals a Focused Legislative Wave As the Senate returns from its Yuletide recess, observers and stakeholders are braced for a series of high-stakes moves that could redefine Nigeria’s political and fiscal landscape. Key among the early items on the upper chamber’s radar are the Constitution Review Bills, amendments to the Electoral Act, and…
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Should Indonesia Pay US$1 Billion for Board of Peace Membership? Analyzing the Debate
Background: What is the Board of Peace and why the debate matters The Board of Peace (BoP) has been described as a body formed to promote international peace and security, with member nations contributing resources to fund peace-building initiatives. Recent reports suggest that United States officials proposed a financial commitment of US$1 billion as part…
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Senate to Prioritize Constitution Review, Electoral Act
Senate Set to Hit the Ground Running on Key Laws and Budget As the Senate returns from its Yuletide recess, the upper chamber is poised to place a heavy emphasis on three pivotal areas: the ongoing Constitution Review Bills, amendments to the Electoral Act, and the 2026 Appropriation Bill. The leadership and committee chairmen have…
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Haredim in Israel’s Periphery Show Lifestyle Gaps
Introduction: A Different Landscape for Haredi Life When most people think of Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) life in Israel, Jerusalem and Bnei Brak often come to mind as the archetypal centers of insular, deeply religious communities. Yet a growing body of evidence suggests that Haredi families living in the country’s periphery—towns and settlements far from the central…
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House Leader Calls Last Mile Education Bill a Turning Point for Remote Areas
Overview: A push to bring education closer to every child A leading member of the House of Representatives is making a strong case for the so-called “last mile” education bill, arguing that its passage is a decisive step toward delivering classrooms and learning resources to children in the country’s most remote and volatile regions. The…
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Reform UK pledges to pardon Troubles veterans and halt prosecutions
Reform UK plans to pardon Troubles veterans In a bold policy proposal, Reform UK leader Nigel Farage outlined a plan to pardon British military veterans who served during the Troubles in Northern Ireland. The party argues that veterans who carried out duties during decades of conflict should not face ongoing prosecutions for actions taken in…
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Cathy Freeman Leads Australia Day Honours List
Cathy Freeman Tops a Diverse Australia Day Honours List Australia’s Australia Day Honours list shines a spotlight on achievements across sport, science, literature, and public service, with Olympic great Cathy Freeman at the helm of a year that celebrates national contributions from a broad spectrum of fields. Freeman’s presence underscores the enduring link between athletic…
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Safeguards in the Urban Renewal Bill: Addressing Consent, Compensation, and Oversight Gaps
Introduction: Calling for Robust Safeguards in Malaysia’s Urban Renewal Bill In Petaling Jaya and across urban Malaysia, concerns are mounting that the Urban Renewal Bill needs critical fixes before it returns to Parliament. Stakeholders argue that without clear consent thresholds, strong compensation safeguards, and effective oversight, the legislation risks accelerating redevelopment at the expense of…