In the quest for peace and development in Balochistan, a significant peace jirga was held in the Sui area on Sunday, bringing together various stakeholders including Inspector-General of Frontier Constabulary (FC) North Major General Abid Mazhar, tribal elders, social workers, district
Over the past two years, Scotland has been grappling with a significant issue of environmental regulation breaches across nearly 1,000 sites, prompting calls for tougher enforcement measures and potential changes to the law. The breaches span a diverse range of facilities, including nuclear sites,
The significant six percent drop in 18-year-old freshmen attending public and private non-profit four-year colleges between fall 2023 and fall 2024 has sparked widespread concerns and raised fundamental questions about the value and return on investment of traditional four-year undergraduate
The global economy stands at a crossroads as it navigates through a labyrinth of geopolitical tensions and climate change challenges. The United Nations’ 2025 World Economic Situation and Prospects Report paints a complex picture of the current economic landscape, highlighting the precarious b
Digitalization has become a cornerstone of modern governance, playing a pivotal role in maintaining core governmental functions online and ensuring national resilience. In an age where countries face numerous challenges, from geopolitical conflicts to natural disasters and pandemics, the ability to
With the arrival of 2024, several landmark anniversaries have come into focus: the 80th anniversaries of D-Day and the Bretton Woods conference, and the 75th anniversary of NATO's founding. These historical events provide a vital backdrop to reflect on the postwar order's triumphs spurred
The Iowa Valley Community College District (IVCCD) healthcare apprenticeship program has made significant strides in addressing the critical workforce shortage in the healthcare industry. Supported by a three-year $451,878 grant from Iowa Health Careers Registered Apprenticeship 2.0, the program
The Supreme Court of India's environmental jurisprudence in 2024 has been a mixed bag of progressive rulings and contradictory decisions. While the Court has made significant strides in recognizing environmental rights and enforcing laws, it has also shown a tendency to prioritize
Amidst growing concerns over alleged criminal activities by former state employees, South Dakota lawmakers are amplifying their efforts to uncover the truth. The Legislature’s Government Operations and Audit Committee has faced significant resistance from the Department of Revenue, prompting the i
On January 5, 2025, President Joe Biden signed the Social Security Fairness Act into law, significantly impacting the retirement benefits for millions of public employees, including teachers, firefighters, and police officers. This landmark legislation has garnered bipartisan support, with Congress
