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A surgeon cleared of antisemitism charges criticizes the General Medical Council's decision to appeal the ruling.

A significant proportion of senior council officers in England report delays in construction projects amid ongoing financial pressures and a call for funding reform.

The Labour council in Hartlepool criticized Secretary Steve Reed for his indifference towards social care issues affecting children in their community.

A council consisting of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, the head of Iran's judiciary, Golamhosein Mohseni Eyei, and a jurist from the Guardian Council will take over leadership in Iran following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, Chief of Judiciary Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei, and a jurist from the Guardian Council will temporarily lead the country following the death of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

Iran has announced a tri-member leadership consisting of the president, the head of justice, and a member of the Guardian Council to oversee the transitional period following the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

A council consisting of Iran's president, chief of the judiciary, and the leader of Iran's Guardian Council will temporarily assume control of Iran, according to the Iranian news agency IRNA.

Iran's President Mazoud Pezeshkian will temporarily lead the country alongside the head of the judiciary and a jurist from the Guardian Council following the assassination of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.

First Lady Melania Trump will lead a UN Security Council session, focusing on education and its role in promoting global peace during the US's presidency of the council.

A 59-year-old man was arrested in Paraná for sexually harassing a 17-year-old intern in a vehicle used by the Guardian Council.

Proposals arise for councils in England to manage home insulation projects to address energy efficiency and cost issues.

A Milwaukee city council member has called for an investigation into Uline's immigration practices, particularly following allegations of misuse of worker visas.

A 2-year-old boy was found wandering alone for about 1 kilometer in Teresina, Brazil, during the early hours of Sunday and was rescued and taken to a shelter.

Reform UK has withdrawn Lancashire libraries from a free refugee support scheme, claiming it's not a proper use of taxpayer funds despite the program being cost-free.

Australia added a record amount of renewable energy capacity to its electricity grid in the last quarter of 2025, surpassing previous highs.

Norfolk council leader Kay Mason Billig has withdrawn from a devolution deal, criticizing the government for pressuring the council to postpone elections in exchange for funding and powers.

Council leaders in Cheshire face calls for resignation after planning a new town without local resident support, leading to significant backlash.

Local councils in England are facing a tight deadline to organize elections after the government abandoned plans for delays, leaving leaders frustrated and scrambling.

The UK government has abandoned its plans to postpone 30 local council elections in England following legal advice against the move and backlash from opposition parties.

Reform UK’s Kent council approved its first budget amidst warnings from opposition leaders about financial instability and a significant risk to reserves.

Sydney’s Northern Beaches council has prohibited passengers in swimwear from using a free community shuttle bus, citing concerns about cleanliness.

A recent study reveals that almost half of English council areas lack adequate youth services despite high deprivation and antisocial behavior levels.

Rotherham council is under fire for providing £500 grants for the display of national flags, amidst concerns of rising ethno-nationalism and previous racial tensions in the area.

Worcestershire county council is set to approve a significant council tax increase after receiving special government permission, raising questions about the political implications for Reform UK.

Nithya Raman, a city council member in Los Angeles, has officially announced her candidacy for mayor, articulating her concerns regarding the city's challenges and need for accountability in addressing housing and homelessness issues.

Kent County Council, run by Reform UK, faces accusations of falsely claiming nearly £40 million in savings related to net zero initiatives due to a lack of supporting documentation for the projects mentioned.

The last youth centre in Ramsgate, a deprived coastal town in England, has been saved from auction after a 13-year campaign by a local charity, highlighting its significant cost-saving benefits to the council.

Stephen Miran has resigned from his position as chair of the White House’s council of economic advisers to continue his role at the Federal Reserve after his term was extended.

Cory Bernardi, a former Liberal senator, will lead One Nation's ticket for the South Australian legislative council election in March, following a trend of conservative politicians joining the party.

A local council in Corowa voted to remove the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander flags from their chambers, opting to only display the Australian flag.

Waverley council has paused decisions regarding the future of the Bondi footbridge amid public outcry and ongoing discussions following a tragedy associated with the structure.

Over a third of eligible councils in England are requesting to postpone elections set for May 2024 until 2027, citing the difficulty of effectively managing the elections amid local government reforms, resulting in public unrest and criticism.

Important cultural items, including Winston Churchill and Benjamin Disraeli's desk, as well as artworks by Vanessa Bell and Edgar Degas, valued at £59.7m, are being allocated to UK cultural institutions as part of Art Council England's donation schemes.

New York City officials, led by Mayor Zohran Mamdani, expressed outrage and called for the immediate release of a council employee detained by federal immigration agents during a routine appointment.

Minneapolis city council member Soren Stevenson reflects on the killing of Renee Nicole Good by ICE, drawing parallels to his own experience during the George Floyd protests.

Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, is facing criticism for planning council tax increases in several councils it controls, contradicting its election promises to lower taxes.

The US faced widespread condemnation from global allies and adversaries for its military actions in Venezuela, described as a 'crime of aggression' during a UN Security Council meeting.

The United States has been widely criticized for its actions in Venezuela, including deadly strikes and attempts to capture leaders, during a recent UN Security Council meeting.

Reform UK faces criticism for planning a 5% council tax increase in Derbyshire despite promises to reduce taxes during local elections.

Saudi warplanes conducted strikes against UAE-backed separatists in Yemen, resulting in the deaths of at least seven fighters amid escalating tensions between the Southern Transition Council and Saudi-aligned forces.

Families are distressed by the threat of coastal erosion to graves in Norfolk, with three church graveyards identified as at risk by the North Norfolk district council.

A third of Reform UK’s council leaders have openly questioned vaccines and public health measures, with four leaders from Kent, Worcestershire, Warwickshire, and Durham leading the criticism, prompting condemnation from health officials.

Equal pay settlements for female council workers have exceeded £1 billion, with many more settlements anticipated in the coming year.

A separatist group in southern Yemen reported that Saudi Arabia conducted warning airstrikes near their forces in Hadramaut province, amid escalating tensions following their seizure of oil-rich provinces.