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#pensions
Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Will megafunds really put an extra 6,000 in the average pension?

Pension reforms may increase average worker retirement funds by 6,000 but actual benefits will vary individually.
The average gain cited is based on specific assumptions regarding salary, contributions, and investment performance.
Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Will megafunds really put an extra 6,000 in the average pension?

Pension reforms may increase average worker retirement funds by 6,000 but actual benefits will vary individually.
The average gain cited is based on specific assumptions regarding salary, contributions, and investment performance.
#trump-administration
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump administration moves to cancel remaining federal funds to Harvard

The Trump administration is pushing for the cancellation of federal contracts with Harvard University.
Federal agencies are encouraged to seek alternative vendors instead of using Harvard.
US news
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

What to Know About the Trump Administration Revoking Harvard's Ability to Enroll International Students

The Trump Administration revoked Harvard's authorization to enroll international students, impacting thousands and threatening the university's finances.
NYC parents
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

A judge blocks Trump's plans to abolish the Department of Education, fire workers, and transfer student loans

A federal judge has halted Trump's efforts to dismantle the Department of Education, reinstating fired employees and blocking plans for further cuts.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump administration moves to cancel remaining federal funds to Harvard

The Trump administration is pushing for the cancellation of federal contracts with Harvard University.
Federal agencies are encouraged to seek alternative vendors instead of using Harvard.
US news
fromtime.com
2 weeks ago

What to Know About the Trump Administration Revoking Harvard's Ability to Enroll International Students

The Trump Administration revoked Harvard's authorization to enroll international students, impacting thousands and threatening the university's finances.
NYC parents
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

A judge blocks Trump's plans to abolish the Department of Education, fire workers, and transfer student loans

A federal judge has halted Trump's efforts to dismantle the Department of Education, reinstating fired employees and blocking plans for further cuts.
#elderly-care
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Health

'Horrific... absolutely unacceptable' - Taoiseach on nursing home revelations, but says HIQA is still fit for purpose

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Social justice

The Irish Independent's View: Great shame we do not have the legislation needed to underpin vital care of older people

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Health

'Horrific... absolutely unacceptable' - Taoiseach on nursing home revelations, but says HIQA is still fit for purpose

fromIrish Independent
1 day ago
Social justice

The Irish Independent's View: Great shame we do not have the legislation needed to underpin vital care of older people

#mental-health
Mental health
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

RFK Jr. is shrinking the agency that works on mental illness and addiction

SAMHSA is being dissolved, losing staff and funding, raising concerns among lawmakers and health care providers about the future of mental health services.
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

It's not grit' that children lack, but proper support | Letters

The government's focus on resilience distracts from the urgent need for enhanced mental health support in schools.
#healthcare
#elon-musk
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago
US Elections

Trump and Musk confirm fallout with sharp rebukes: Without me, he would have lost the election'

Elon Musk's criticism of the Republican tax plan creates tension with Trump during a meeting with Germany's Chancellor.
fromFuturism
5 days ago
US politics

Elon Musk Squirms When Asked Tough Questions

Musk remains uncomfortable discussing Trump-related topics, reflecting an ongoing tension post his 'First Buddy' role.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

Trump and Musk confirm fallout with sharp rebukes: Without me, he would have lost the election'

Elon Musk's criticism of the Republican tax plan creates tension with Trump during a meeting with Germany's Chancellor.
#economic-impact
fromComputerWeekly.com
2 days ago

Building the foundations: A national roadmap for digital identity and sovereign data | Computer Weekly

While we’ve spent decades chasing efficiency through programs like Six Sigma, the true transformation occurs at the back office with personal data sovereignty and certified credentials.
Digital life
Privacy technologies
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 days ago

How the US is turning into a mass techno-surveillance state

The U.S. government has accelerated the use of AI-based surveillance to monitor individuals without judicial oversight, particularly targeting immigrants and travelers.
#public-health
Public health
fromTruthout
1 week ago

"Make America Healthy Again" Aims to Make Public Health Your Private Responsibility

U.S. public health is declining, with chronic diseases rising and life expectancy stalling amidst government budget cuts.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on Britain's new aid vision: less cash, more spin. The cost will be counted in lives | Editorial

The UK government reduced development aid funding, which may lead to lives lost, showcasing a shift from charity to expertise.
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago
Public health

RFK Jr.'s New Report Actually Nails What's Wrong With American Health. Too Bad About the Other Part.

Public health
fromTruthout
1 week ago

"Make America Healthy Again" Aims to Make Public Health Your Private Responsibility

U.S. public health is declining, with chronic diseases rising and life expectancy stalling amidst government budget cuts.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on Britain's new aid vision: less cash, more spin. The cost will be counted in lives | Editorial

The UK government reduced development aid funding, which may lead to lives lost, showcasing a shift from charity to expertise.
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago
Public health

RFK Jr.'s New Report Actually Nails What's Wrong With American Health. Too Bad About the Other Part.

#free-school-meals
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Free school meals to be extended to 500,000 more children

Free school meals in England will be extended to all children whose parents receive Universal Credit from September 2026.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Free school meals to be extended to 500,000 more children

Free school meals in England will be extended to all children whose parents receive Universal Credit from September 2026.
#journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Children with special needs at risk of losing legal right to school support

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible reporting amidst critical issues like education support for special needs children.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago
UK politics

Thames Water nationalisation not the answer' says minister after rescue bid fails

The government's refusal to nationalize Thames Water is rooted in concerns over public funding for essential services.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Free school meals for England's poorest children

The Independent focuses on critical issues such as reproductive rights and school meal expansions, emphasizing the importance of accessible journalism.
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Vietnam drops two-child policy amid demographic fears

Vietnam's National Assembly has repealed its four-decade two-child policy amidst declining birth rates and an aging population, acknowledging demographic risks for its economy and society.
Parenting
#child-poverty
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

These are not numbers they are people': what ex-communist Slovenia can teach the world about child poverty

Slovenia's effective child poverty reduction policies stem from economic equality and collective societal commitment to children's welfare.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

These are not numbers they are people': what ex-communist Slovenia can teach the world about child poverty

Slovenia's effective child poverty reduction policies stem from economic equality and collective societal commitment to children's welfare.
#infrastructure
#electric-vehicles
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
3 days ago

Opinion: Under Trump, are we entering the cruelest era in American history?

Current government policies under Trump's administration lead to widespread suffering and death, echoing historical atrocities sanctioned by law.
#pensioners
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Winter fuel payment U-turn in place this year, says chancellor

The government is expanding winter fuel payments to include more pensioners this winter.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Justice Minister Jim O'Callaghan to bring plan for hundreds of new prison spaces to cabinet colleagues

Mr. O'Callaghan's memo to the Cabinet highlights a planned increase of 960 prison places due to overcrowding, marking a significant step in addressing the prison capacity crisis.
UK politics
#criminal-justice-reform
#affordable-housing
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on social housing: invest boldly to tackle simmering anger' about substandard homes

The lack of social housing in Britain has led to critical shortages and long wait times for families.
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago
Portland

Good Morning, News: Oaks Park Turns 120, Portland Multi-Family Units Get to Waive Those Developer FEES in the Air (Like They Just Don't Care)

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on social housing: invest boldly to tackle simmering anger' about substandard homes

The lack of social housing in Britain has led to critical shortages and long wait times for families.
fromPortland Mercury
1 week ago
Portland

Good Morning, News: Oaks Park Turns 120, Portland Multi-Family Units Get to Waive Those Developer FEES in the Air (Like They Just Don't Care)

#internet-access
#climate-change
UK news
fromMail Online
4 days ago

'Immediate action' needed to tackle climate - as UK has hottest spring

Immediate action is crucial to address climate change as the UK records its hottest spring on record.
UK news
fromMail Online
4 days ago

'Immediate action' needed to tackle climate - as UK has hottest spring

Immediate action is crucial to address climate change as the UK records its hottest spring on record.
fromArs Technica
5 days ago

New federal employees must praise Trump EOs, submit to continuous vetting

The amount of manual labor involved in the new hiring policies is insane and will ultimately make hiring harder, not easier, according to a federal HR official.
SF politics
fromDefector
5 days ago

An Interview With A Fired NASA Associate Chief Scientist | Defector

Mamta Patel Nagaraja's journey from a small Texas town to an associate chief scientist at NASA underscores her unwavering dedication to space exploration and the challenges she faced.
Women in technology
#ontario
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Higher education

Ontario adding 2,600 teacher candidate spaces as it looks ahead of worsening shortage | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago
Higher education

Ontario adding 2,600 teacher candidate spaces as it looks ahead of worsening shortage | CBC News

#ireland
#labour-party
fromTelecompetitor
1 week ago

Five Industry Associations Ask Trump to Move BEAD Forward

The letter seems aimed at providing Trump with a way to better his predecessor rather than positioning moving the program ahead to be a tacit admission that the Biden administration had started a worthwhile endeavor.
Online Community Development
#welfare-reform
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Something has gone very wrong': how the carers scandal was exposed

The carer's allowance system creates a debt trap for caregivers, leading to financial difficulties despite their critical roles.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Something has gone very wrong': how the carers scandal was exposed

The carer's allowance system creates a debt trap for caregivers, leading to financial difficulties despite their critical roles.
#technology
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago
London startup

National parking platform seeks to end 'hassle' of multiple parking apps

The UK government is streamlining parking payments into a unified app framework to improve user experience.
#prison-reform
#housing-crisis
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Environmental rules reviewed for small housebuilders

"For decades the status quo has failed them and it's time to level the playing field," Rayner said. "Today we're taking urgent action to make the system simpler, fairer and more cost effective, so smaller housebuilders can play a crucial role in our journey to get Britain building."
UK politics
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Tell us what you think of France's plan to ban adult-only hospitality facilities

Adult-only venues in France may face legal action for excluding children, as government officials view this practice as harmful to child inclusion.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Conflict between countries will dominate next 20 years, says former top UK government official

The next two decades may be marked by international conflict, requiring enhanced UK nuclear deterrence capabilities.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Trump seeks to boost nuclear industry and overhaul safety regulator

Trump signed orders to boost nuclear power and restructure the Nuclear Regulatory Commission, aiming for faster approvals and revised safety standards.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 weeks ago

FEMA faces backlog of emergency aid requests as hurricane season nears

FEMA is experiencing a significant backlog of emergency aid requests ahead of hurricane season, raising concerns about disaster response efficiency.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Fremont budget accounting for potential recession

We don't have a place for those folks to go and it's just a vicious cycle of moving the homeless encampments around the city with no solution, Ames said.
Portland food
#social-housing
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK news

Sinn Fein accuses Government of claim that families use disability assessments to access social housing

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK news

Sinn Fein accuses Government of claim that families use disability assessments to access social housing

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK news

Sinn Fein accuses Government of claim that families use disability assessments to access social housing

fromIndependent
2 weeks ago
UK news

Sinn Fein accuses Government of claim that families use disability assessments to access social housing

#childrens-welfare
US news
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

A gutted National Weather Service will have to deal with more tornadoes this year than last. Officials are worried

The National Weather Service is struggling with staffing cuts amidst an alarming rise in tornado activity.
SF food
fromwww.esquire.com
2 weeks ago

U.S. Department of Agriculture Makes Further Cuts to Food Aid Programs

The cancellation of the Patrick Leahy Farm to School grant threatens essential programs supporting nutritious food access for underserved communities.
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

California Delta Leaders Blast Newsom's Push to Fast-Track $20 Billion Water Tunnel | KQED

Malissa Tayaba, vice chairperson of the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians, whose ancestral lands include the delta, said her tribe would be "irreparably harmed" by the project. "We will not only lose access to our homelands that we have cared for and stewarded for time immemorial, but we will also lose our delta estuary, already in crisis," she said. "More importantly, the Delta Conveyance Project would destroy and desecrate the resting place of our ancestors."
SF politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Delay in improving NHS maternity care costing lives of hundreds of babies a year report

Delays in NHS maternity care reforms are contributing to the preventable deaths of hundreds of babies each year.
Germany politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Will subsidized electricity rescue German industry? DW 05/20/2025

German industry demands government action on high electricity prices to avoid closures and relocations.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Why Energy Star works so well-and why the private sector can't replace it

"Energy Star has exceeded all expectations; it saves consumers more than $40 billion every year on their bills, and helps certified buildings use 35% less energy."
Non-profit organizations
Toronto startup
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

In new Ontario budget, Doug Ford's housing target looks increasingly out of reach | CBC News

Ontario's new budget indicates a slow housing construction pace, making it unlikely to meet its target of 1.5 million homes by 2031.
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