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World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Who is Ali al-Zaidi, the businessman named as Iraq's PM-designate?

Ali al-Zaidi is appointed as Iraq's new prime minister to resolve a prolonged political deadlock.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Anti-Doug Ford rallies take place across Ontario to protest OSAP, FOI changes | CBC News

Protests against Premier Doug Ford's controversial measures are occurring across Ontario, urging a no-confidence vote for his resignation.
Information security
fromTheregister
5 days ago

CISA, NCSC issue Firestarter backdoor warning

Firestarter malware targets a US federal agency, maintaining persistent access to compromised devices, posing risks to government and critical infrastructure.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Hillsborough Law to progress in next parliamentary session

Progress on the Hillsborough Law continues as ministers agree to carry the bill over to the next parliamentary session.
#elections
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
US Elections
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Electoral commission calls on Government to make changes to improve voting process

The electoral commission urges the Government to enhance election administration and ensure staff can freely observe the voting process.
#politics
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain

The controversy centers on the failure to communicate politically sensitive information regarding Lord Mandelson's appointment to the prime minister.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Olly Robbins is just the latest: a guide to the high-profile exits under Starmer's tenure

Angela Rayner and Josh Simons resigned from government positions due to breaches of ethics and integrity issues, impacting the prime minister's authority.
UK politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Fionnan Sheahan: The Dail reform dorks are coming after your TD - beware of geeks bearing grift

Capping the number of TDs may undermine essential elements of the political system.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

No one can look Starmer in the eye and the Mandy saga is not going away | John Crace

Prime ministers often fail to recognize their declining support until it's too late, as backbenchers and cabinet ministers become aware of the discontent first.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Chris Mason: PM facing awkward hours ahead as Mandelson questions remain

The controversy centers on the failure to communicate politically sensitive information regarding Lord Mandelson's appointment to the prime minister.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on Starmer and Mandelson: a story that doesn't add up | Editorial

Sir Keir Starmer's handling of Lord Mandelson's appointment raises questions about accountability and the vetting process within the government.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Olly Robbins is just the latest: a guide to the high-profile exits under Starmer's tenure

Angela Rayner and Josh Simons resigned from government positions due to breaches of ethics and integrity issues, impacting the prime minister's authority.
UK politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Fionnan Sheahan: The Dail reform dorks are coming after your TD - beware of geeks bearing grift

Capping the number of TDs may undermine essential elements of the political system.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Starmer still faces more questions than answers after Olly Robbins's quietly damning defence | John Crace

Olly Robbins faced a downfall after years of service, presenting himself as a dedicated civil servant during his defense before the select committee.
UK politics
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Michael Healy-Rae's son on the loss of special advisor role - 'It's a blow to lose a job I loved'

Jackie Healy-Rae lost his role as special advisor after his father resigned from his junior ministerial position.
#economics
fromIndependent
1 week ago
SF politics

David W Higgins: There was more to the fuel protests than diesel prices - liberalism had gone too far

fromIndependent
1 week ago
SF politics

David W Higgins: There was more to the fuel protests than diesel prices - liberalism had gone too far

France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Algeria's ex-minister of industry jailed in high-profile corruption case

Former Algerian Industry Minister Ali Aoun sentenced to five years for corruption amid ongoing anti-corruption efforts in Algeria.
#transportation
New York City
fromFortune
1 week ago

Trump backs down after New York sues him over Second Avenue Subway funding freeze | Fortune

The Trump administration will resume funding for the Second Avenue subway project after New York officials sued, ensuring construction costs are reimbursed.
New York City
fromFortune
1 week ago

Trump backs down after New York sues him over Second Avenue Subway funding freeze | Fortune

The Trump administration will resume funding for the Second Avenue subway project after New York officials sued, ensuring construction costs are reimbursed.
#cybersecurity
Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Man with @ihackedthegovernment Instagram account tells judge, "I made a mistake"

Moore accessed the Supreme Court's filing system and other accounts using stolen credentials, publicly posting sensitive personal information of individuals online.
fromFuturism
9 months ago
Privacy professionals

An Unknown Entity Has Voice Cloned the Secretary of State and Is Calling High Level Officials

Privacy professionals
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

Man with @ihackedthegovernment Instagram account tells judge, "I made a mistake"

Moore accessed the Supreme Court's filing system and other accounts using stolen credentials, publicly posting sensitive personal information of individuals online.
fromFuturism
9 months ago
Privacy professionals

An Unknown Entity Has Voice Cloned the Secretary of State and Is Calling High Level Officials

Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Man who hacked US Supreme Court filing system sentenced to probation | TechCrunch

Nicholas Moore was sentenced to a year of probation for hacking the U.S. Supreme Court and other government systems.
#artificial-intelligence
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago
UK politics

AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work

Liz Kendall, the AI minister, primarily uses AI in her personal life, not in her official capacity.
fromTechCrunch
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

US adds OpenAI, Google and Anthropic to list of approved AI vendors for federal agencies | TechCrunch

The U.S. government has authorized Google, OpenAI, and Anthropic as AI service providers for federal agencies.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work

Liz Kendall, the AI minister, primarily uses AI in her personal life, not in her official capacity.
fromTechCrunch
8 months ago
Artificial intelligence

US adds OpenAI, Google and Anthropic to list of approved AI vendors for federal agencies | TechCrunch

fromIndependent
1 week ago

Senan Molony: Why has President Catherine Connolly convened the Council of State over the International Protection Bill, and what might happen to it?

It is, if only because it is the first time she has done it, and it has already raised eyebrows at Leinster House, although nobody is yet saying a word.
UK politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on the looming energy shock: ministers need to show they have a plan | Editorial

Public reassurance is essential for government during crises, but leaders often struggle to manage events effectively.
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Fionnan Sheahan: Healy-Rae brothers were no chip off the old block for sticking with government

The late Séamus Brennan, the former Fianna Fáil minister, had a famous tale about his time as government chief whip.
SF politics
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Minister wants investigation into 'unbalanced and lopsided' reporting of fuel protests by the media

Patrick O'Donovan calls for an investigation into perceived unbalanced media coverage of fuel protests in Ireland.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Health secretary says he cannot solve striking doctors' problems in just two years

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support its reporting efforts.
Europe politics
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Shane Ross: Micheal Martin's mudslinging hasn't worked - it's time to try talking things out

A government failed to address peaceful protests, opting for confrontation instead of conciliation.
#bureaucracy
#ai
fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

These niche AI startups are trying to protect the Pentagon's secrets | Fortune

fromTechCrunch
9 months ago
US politics

DOGE has built an AI tool to slash federal regulations | TechCrunch

An AI tool is used to aim for a 50% reduction in federal regulatory mandates.
fromTechCrunch
9 months ago
Venture

Helios wants to be the AI operating system for public policy professionals | TechCrunch

Helios is developing an AI-based operating system to enhance decision-making in public policy and governmental processes.
Artificial intelligence
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

These niche AI startups are trying to protect the Pentagon's secrets | Fortune

AI companies face challenges in balancing technology use with government secrecy, highlighted by Anthropic's conflict with the Pentagon.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Opinion | 4 Big U.F.O. Questions for the White House

The American government's interest in UFOs and aliens is hindered by journalistic embarrassment and the need for direct questioning to uncover truths.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Antonia Romeo handed powerful mandate to deliver No 10's priorities

Antonia Romeo has been appointed to lead the civil service with a focus on innovation and excellence, while Darren Jones shifts to a less hands-on role.
fromNextgov.com
3 weeks ago

Microsoft expands Copilot agentic tools in government clouds

The Researcher and Analyst agentic capabilities, along with Microsoft's Agent Builder and Copilot Studio publishing, are available for workflows in Government Community Cloud, Government Community Cloud‐High and the Department of Defense cloud.
Roam Research
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Billionaire hedge fund manager donates 190m to Cambridge University

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, while Chris Rokos makes a historic donation to establish the Rokos School of Government.
Washington DC
fromEsquire
4 weeks ago

The White House Ballroom Is Already a Monstrous Disaster

Experts warn that the rushed construction plans for the president's new ballroom could lead to significant design flaws and architectural issues.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

UK government lacks ambition to fight tax fraud, says PAC | Computer Weekly

The UK's PAC criticizes the government for failing to modernize technology to combat tax fraud and error, costing taxpayers billions annually.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on a recovering NHS: public confidence has risen, but not enough | Editorial

Public satisfaction with the NHS has increased for the first time since 2019, despite ongoing challenges.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Far-fetched to think McSweeney faked phone theft, says PM

The prime minister defends the theft of his phone, dismissing claims it was faked amid concerns over lost messages related to Lord Mandelson's appointment.
Public health
fromEsquire
1 month ago

The CDC, Once the World's Most Important Public Health Organization, Is Now the Church of Medical Woo-Woo

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has significantly damaged the CDC since his confirmation, leading to mass resignations and a decline in public health effectiveness.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Morgan McSweeney did not disclose his No 10 job in phone theft 999 call, transcript shows

Morgan McSweeney reported his government phone stolen but did not disclose his position as chief of staff during the call to police.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

No party is fighting for agriculture's vote. Here's why

Mark Carney's first year as Prime Minister shows mixed results in agriculture policy, with some progress but ongoing dissatisfaction among farmers.
Fundraising
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Which Grant Management Tools Are Best for Government Agencies?

Cloud-based grant management software helps government agencies organize workflows, track metrics, run reports, improve recordkeeping, and support implementation through configurable products and vendor support.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Between Grok and a hard place: Taoiseach Micheal Martin under pressure to hold golden tech goose to account

Government relationship with Big Tech became central on the Dáil's first day, highlighted by X's European headquarters located within half a kilometre of Leinster House.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

Government data stolen in hack, minister confirms

Government data was stolen in a hack; officials closed the vulnerability, an investigation is ongoing, the perpetrator remains unknown, and individual risk is assessed as fairly low.
US politics
fromFast Company
4 months ago

The goverment is vibe coding now

Figma Make is now available to government users, enabling AI-powered vibe coding prototyping to accelerate federal digital service design.
E-Commerce
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Brendan O'Connor: Don't spend too much on Black Friday deals, says the State that paid 750,000 for '14 steps and a ramp'

Government operates in a perpetual Black Friday mindset while blaming the public for impulsive spending and scams.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago

San Jose employees, meet your new chatbot assistant? City eyes expansion of AI

San Jose's latest foray into virtual agents builds on gains the city's made with its multiple successful artificial intelligence pilots and programs aimed at enhancing employees' skills. The city has solicited proposals for a generative AI platform that would allow employees to reduce some repetitive and administrative aspects of their jobs such as writing reports, analyzing data, summarizing documents and supporting software development and instead focus on higher order tasks.
Artificial intelligence
France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago

Mali's military arrests generals, suspected French agent in overthrow plot

Authorities in Mali have arrested military personnel and civilians suspected of plotting to destabilize the country's institutions.
California
fromCapradio
8 months ago

Audit finds California can save hundreds of millions if state workers stay remote

California could save $225 million annually if more state employees worked from home three days a week.
#serbia
US news
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

Haiti inaugurates new leadership as gangs threaten to overthrow the government

A businessman heads Haiti's transitional presidential council amid severe gang control and threats to government stability.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
8 months ago

Ministers tried to block publication of financial interests form

Cabinet Office incurred over 30,000 in legal costs to block the public release of ministers' financial interest questionnaire.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Yvette Cooper says crammed' small boats using shallow water launches behind rise in arrival numbers UK politics live

Yvette Cooper stated that official guidance should change to allow the police to disclose the ethnicity or immigration status of criminal suspects.
UK politics
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
8 months ago

Israel court halts government's firing of attorney general investigating PM

High Court temporarily freezes the government's attempt to dismiss Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara amid tensions over Prime Minister Netanyahu's corruption trial.
#ukraine
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.es
9 months ago

Spain's MPs reject law aimed at preventing another major blackout

Spanish lawmakers rejected a proposed law to prevent future power outages, marking a defeat for Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's government.
#kenya
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

Who is in charge? The prime minister's authority is in question again

Authority in the government faces challenges, particularly with internal dissent and external pressures.
Digital life
fromZDNET
9 months ago

Linux has over 6% of the desktop market? Yes, you read that right - here's how

Linux desktop usage is surging, reaching notable percentages among US government website visitors.
#rte
fromIndependent
9 months ago
US politics

Half of reforms RTE told to implement in wake of Ryan Tubridy payments scandal are delayed, report finds

fromIndependent
9 months ago
Miscellaneous

Half of reforms RTE told to implement in wake of Ryan Tubridy payments scandal are delayed, report finds

fromIndependent
9 months ago
US politics

Half of reforms RTE told to implement in wake of Ryan Tubridy payments scandal are delayed, report finds

fromIndependent
9 months ago
Miscellaneous

Half of reforms RTE told to implement in wake of Ryan Tubridy payments scandal are delayed, report finds

fromThe Mercury News
9 months ago

Letters: Accountability, compassion keys to state's homeless agency

California has spent enormous resources to expand the state's housing supply and lower costs, but pouring money into projects without rigorous oversight or performance metrics undermines genuine progress towards housing accessibility.
California
Women
fromIndependent
9 months ago

'I didn't have any supports when I went through miscarriage' - senator disappointed after Government stalls pregnancy loss bill

Nicole Ryan highlighted legal shortcomings around miscarriage in the Seanad while sharing her baby scan.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Treasury minister says headline' rate of income tax won't go up, in hint thresholds might be frozen in budget UK politics live

The government is focusing on the £500m Better Futures fund amidst ambiguity concerning Labour's tax commitments.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
9 months ago

Simon Harris interview: 'I do the supermarket shop - I get it. But I can't say I'm part of the squeezed middle'

A budget aimed at easing the cost of living is promised to reposition Fine Gael.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
9 months ago

S.F. is finally culling commissions. But first cut only targets 'inactive' bodies.

A task force will vote to eliminate 34 inactive city commissions as part of a streamlining process.
fromHubspot
7 months ago

7 best CRM software for government agencies

Government organizations require sophisticated tools to manage complex stakeholder relationships while adhering to strict compliance requirements.
Digital life
fromFortune
9 months ago

Sam Altman saw Musk's fallout with Trump coming: 'Elon busts up with everybody'

Elon busts up with everybody... that's what he does.
US politics
fromtherealdeal.com
9 months ago

LA area notches more federal leases canceled outside DC

"Los Angeles leads the country in federal office spaces lost to canceled leases, with more than 70,000 square feet canceled this year by the General Services Administration."
LA real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Russia's former transport minister dies from gunshot wound hours after sacking

Roman Starovoit, the ex-transport minister, was found dead from a gunshot wound shortly after being dismissed by President Putin. Investigators stated he appeared to have killed himself.
US politics
US politics
fromThe Verge
9 months ago

Some patriotic reflections on Independence Day

The Declaration of Independence proclaimed unalienable rights, justifying rebellion against tyranny.
#legislation
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago

Pro-Palestine demonstrators hit out as MPs debate Palestine Action ban

Pro-Palestine demonstrators accuse the government of hypocrisy regarding their anti-terror ban on Palestine Action amid escalating tensions.
California
fromSacramento Bee
9 months ago

CA state workers savor return-to-office relief, even if it was last minute

Most state workers can continue telework instead of returning full-time to the office due to negotiations for budget savings.
Toronto
fromwww.dw.com
9 months ago

Togo: Rights groups report several killed in demonstrations DW 07/01/2025

Anti-government protests in Togo resulted in several fatalities and allegations of security force violence.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

The White House took down the nation's top climate report. You can still find it here

The National Climate Assessment website has been taken down, hindering access to critical information on climate change impacts in the U.S.
Education
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
9 months ago

The school that prepares prepares autistic children to live fulfilled lives

TreeHouse School exemplifies effective education for autistic students, focusing on life skills and career ambitions.
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