The Scottish Government faces a complex fiscal landscape as it plans its budget for the financial year 2025–26. With a mix of increased funding from the UK government and lowered forecasts for devolved tax revenues, the challenge lies in balancing immediate spending needs with long-term fiscal
Sri Lanka's economic and political landscape has undergone dramatic transformations following the severe economic crisis of 2022–23. The election of the National People’s Power (NPP) government led by President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in late 2024 positioned the country at a crucial turning point
The U.S. federal government is undergoing extensive layoffs under the leadership of President Donald Trump and Elon Musk in a bold attempt to streamline government operations and reduce federal expenses. This large-scale reduction of the federal workforce, which began on Thursday, involves
The debate over whether the President has the right to unilaterally impound federal funds is a significant constitutional issue that has resurfaced in recent years, particularly during the Trump administration. This discussion centers on the balance of power between Congress and the President,
Amidst the vibrant streets of Baltimore, a silent crisis is unfolding as thousands of students struggle with a public transit system that regularly fails them. The investigation by The Baltimore Banner highlights a troubling reality: around 25,000 students depend on an unreliable public
India is rapidly accelerating towards embracing electric vehicles (EVs), significantly impacting urban planning and infrastructure development. Aiming to become the world’s largest EV market by 2030, India is reimagining traditional transportation and aligning policies with sustainable mobility
As President Donald Trump begins his second term in 2025, state and local governments are preparing for significant changes. The administration's focus on transferring responsibilities to the states and driving federal innovation will introduce new trends and challenges. This article explores the
The anticipated formation of a new Sudanese government is expected to follow the significant military advancements made by the Sudanese army in Khartoum against the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF). Recently, the Sudanese army, which had been struggling to hold ground in the conflict, turned
The intricate dance of international trade agreements between Australia and the United States has taken center stage with the recent increase in Australia's aluminum exports to the U.S. Against a backdrop of global supply chain disruptions and geopolitical turmoil, the dynamics of this trade
As Germany's new government takes the helm, it confronts significant global economic challenges that demand a unified European response. Experts from the economic community, including the President of the Kiel Institute, Moritz Schularick, have stressed the importance of a cohesive and robust EU
