After a short three-day strike, the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) has gone back to work at ports along the East and Gulf Coasts of the United States. The strike began on October 1, 2024, due to delayed wage negotiations but was resolved quickly by October 4. Overview of the Strike T
The black cab trade in London is at a critical juncture, with the number of licensed taxis plummeting by 37% over the past decade. This equates to a loss of around 1,000 drivers annually, a situation that industry leaders believe could spell the end for this iconic mode of transport if urgent
A new initiative by the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission (PUC) and the Department of Human Services (DHS) seeks to simplify access to public utility assistance for income-qualified families who are already receiving federal heating aid through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program
The UK retail sector is bracing for a potentially turbulent end to the year as the government contemplates tax hikes that could drastically impact consumer spending during the crucial Golden Quarter. A recent survey conducted by RSM UK paints a grim picture: 42% of consumers and 45% of families are
If your parent is in aged care, you hope they can have a fulfilling life and get all the support, compassion, and companionship they need. At a minimum, you expect they will get basic healthcare. But three years after a Royal Commission uncovered widespread failures in Australia’s aged care, new f
In a significant move towards enhancing community infrastructure, the Boone County Commission has approved a $2.5 million funding agreement with the state of Missouri for the construction of a public safety childcare center. This facility will be the first of its kind in the nation, designed
Kansas City, Kansas, has found itself enmeshed in a complex issue surrounding the Payment In Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) fee that appears on its residents' utility bills. The promise was clear: the unpopular fee would be removed by October 1, 2024. However, as that date approaches, the fee remains,
The recent diplomatic fallout between India and Canada has raised alarms about potential disruptions to crucial trade and immigration ties. The genesis of the tension stems from accusations by Canadian officials implicating Indian government agents in criminal activities within Canada. This
The controversy enveloping the Villa Rosa site in St. George's Bay, Malta, exposes underlying tensions between governmental authorities, property developers, and the local community. This high-stakes conflict centers on accusations of procedural manipulation and raises questions about urban
In a landmark achievement, the Philippines has made significant progress on the United Nations E-Government Development Index, skyrocketing from 89th place in 2022 to an impressive 73rd in 2024. This notable improvement is mainly attributed to the country's strategic shift towards centralized
