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UK unprepared for climate change impacts, says fire chiefs council
The National Fire Chiefs Council calls on the UK government to take "urgent action" to help protect communities.BBC News - 6h -
England’s councils expected to cut contributions to staff pensions
Local government scheme is in surplus by £85bn, according to consultant IsioFinancial Times - 7h -
Fears council shake-up could spell end of independent-run areas
Critics say merging smaller councils will make it harder for independents to be elected.BBC News - 1d -
The Age of Fear: How fear is suffocating America
Fear is suffocating America, contributing to its spiritual and moral disintegration, and contributing to tribalism, where individuals are judged by their identity rather than their actions.The Hill - 1d -
Arsenal and Manchester City: Fear, Loathing and a Shifting of Power?
The Premier League giants, who play on Sunday, have become two very public enemies. Here’s how it got to this point.The New York Times - 1d -
Egypt Fears Syria’s Revolutionary Fervor Could Be Contagious
Since Islamist rebels overthrew the Assad dictatorship in Syria, Egypt, with parallels in its own recent history, has watched warily.The New York Times - 1d -
Taiwan’s next generation takes on its fear of the deep
A cocktail of protectiveness, fear and superstition has led many Taiwanese to stay away from the ocean, but that is starting to change, one swimming class at a time. A dozen excited 10-year-olds ...The Guardian - 2d -
Several feared dead in India stampede
Several people are feared dead and many are injured after a stampede at a religious festival in northern India. Samira Hussain with BBC News joined CBS News to report on the situation.CBS News - 4d -
Fears for hundreds of uni jobs due to funding gap
Meetings are being held amid concern that hundreds of jobs are under threat at Cardiff University.BBC News - 6d -
Vanke’s woes reignite fears for China’s property sector
Real estate developer says it expects $6.2bn annual loss and announces sudden resignation of chair and chief executiveFinancial Times - 6d -
Outgoing Muslim Council leader criticises lack of government contact
Zara Mohammed tells BBC the difficulties she faced as she ends her time as Muslim Council of Britain leader.BBC News - Jan. 27 -
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Survivors fear Europe is forgetting the lessons of Holocaust
Eighty years after the liberation of the concentration camp, some politicians have been quick to target outsiders.BBC News - Jan. 26 -
British Council could disappear within a decade, says chief executive
Exclusive: Scott McDonald is looking at budget cuts and axing the organisation’s presence in up to 40 countries. • Why the financial crisis at the British Council matters as UK pushes soft power . ...The Guardian - Jan. 25 -
Immigration Arrests Prompt Fear That Mass Deportations Loom
The arrest of three people at a seafood distribution warehouse in Newark has led to a heightened sense of alarm in the region.The New York Times - Jan. 25 -
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City Council Takes Aim at Adams and Ally by Closing Lobbying Loophole
New York’s City Council passed a bill to limit top city officials from lobbying city agencies after leaving government. It was inspired by Frank Carone, an adviser to Mayor Eric Adams.The New York Times - Jan. 23 -
SpaceX Lobbying Could Prompt Trump to Axe National Space Council
Administration insiders suggest the president may get rid of the White House advisory body, which SpaceX’s top lobbyist calls ‘a waste of time.’Inc. - Jan. 22 -
Sinner dismisses health fears to reach semis
Defending champion Jannik Sinner dismisses concerns about his physical state to thrash home hope Alex De Minaur and reach the Australian Open semi-finals.BBC News - Jan. 22 -
These 16 players will comprise this year's PGA Tour Player Advisory Council
Scottie Scheffler, Rickie Fowler and Justin Thomas are among the 16 players named to the 2025 PGA Tour PAC.Yahoo Sports - Jan. 21 -
Council urged to scrap 'rat tax'
A councillor has put forward an amendment to a recent review of pest control charges.BBC News - Jan. 21 -
Biden Ends Presidency With Fears of Trump’s Retribution
“We’re not leaving the fight,” he told supporters and members of his staff as he prepared to leave Washington.The New York Times - Jan. 20 -
Council giving out free air fryers to 6,000 pensioners
North Lincolnshire Council is providing the appliances to help people reduce their energy bills.BBC News - Jan. 19 -
Standing Up to Donald Trump’s Fear Tactics
There is a real risk that the nation’s institutions will succumb to Trump’s campaign of intimidation and not do their jobs.The New York Times - Jan. 17 -
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Israel security council recommends approving Hamas hostage, ceasefire deal
Israel's full cabinet now needs to vote on the deal. If it's approved, it would be expected to be implemented on Sunday.CBS News - Jan. 17 -
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English councils face tripling of audit fees to clear backlog
Increasingly complex local authority finances and shortage of accountants to sign off books has led to long delaysFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
UK councils say government ‘can’t have it both ways’ on pension reform
Town halls in England and Wales warn that requirement to take ‘principal advice’ from pools could create conflict of interestFinancial Times - Jan. 16 -
Syria's Alawites, Sect of the Assads, Fear for Their Future
They say disparate violent incidents in the past two months—including alleged extrajudicial killings and the destruction of a religious shrine—are beginning to resemble a pattern of anti-Alawite acts.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 12 -
Looting fears amid Los Angeles area wildfires
Police across Los Angeles say they're on high alert from looters after arresting 24 people inside evacuation areas. The National Guard has been brought in to bolster security, while some residents ...CBS News - Jan. 11 -
Amorim quiet on signings, eases Mainoo exit fears
Ruben Amorim has played down the prospect of Manchester United strengthening their squad in the January window but insisted that he wants to keep his best players following speculation that Kobbie ...ESPN - Jan. 10 -
Half of English county councils could ask to delay elections
The councils want to delay votes to explore new plans to redesign local government in England.BBC News - Jan. 9 -
Barcelona able to field Olmo and Víctor after Spain’s sports council intervenes
Sports council grants players temporary registration Barcelona beat Athletic to reach Spanish Super Cup final Dani Olmo and Pau Víctor will be able to play for Barcelona after Spain’s supreme ...The Guardian - Jan. 8 -
Trump expected to appoint Eric Trager as Middle East director for National Security Council
President-elect Trump is expected to announce Eric Trager as Senior Director for the Middle East and North Africa on the National Security Council, a congressional aide told The Hill. Trager has ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
LA council member: 'Absolute miracle' no fatalities reported
Los Angeles Councilwoman Traci Park said it is an “absolute miracle” no fatalities have been reported as fires blaze through parts of Los Angeles. “This fire moved very, very quickly,” Park said in ...The Hill - Jan. 8 -
‘Financial suffocation’: Argentina’s medics fear impact of Milei’s chainsaw cuts
Workers at main paediatric hospital say quality of care is threatened by president’s economic policy. The Garrahan paediatric hospital in Buenos Aires swarms with patients, parents and medical ...The Guardian - Jan. 6 -
We need to liberate sex from shame and fear
By being true to ourselves we can find greater enjoyment and a deeper connection. I have never been afraid of sex. Of course that has hurt me quite badly over all the years I’ve been having it, but ...The Guardian - Jan. 5 -
US homebuilder shares slide on fears of higher rates and Trump tariffs
Threat of rising costs brings post-pandemic rally to a haltFinancial Times - Jan. 4
