Minister’s requests for Executive discussion on rates plan refused four times
Requests for the Executive to discuss rates reforms that would raise added revenue for Stormont have been knocked back on four occasions, the Finance minister has revealed. Caoimhe Archibald made…
China bans exports to U.S. of gallium, germanium, antimony in response to chip sanctions
BANGKOK (AP) — China announced Tuesday it is banning exports to the United States of gallium, germanium, antimony and other key high-tech materials with potential military applications, as a general…
‘Rolls Royce of a defender’ – How Jamie Knight-Lebel is faring after Bristol City loan exit
Bristol City have managed to build an incredibly well-balanced and hard-to-beat defence in recent transfer windows that has provided a solid foundation for Liam Manning’s side. The likes of Rob…
Proposed law to reform voting system narrowly clears first Commons test
Calls to reform the voting system for UK parliamentary elections have received a boost after MPs allowed a proposed law change to clear its first hurdle. MPs voted 138 to…
Canada Post strike nears three-week mark amid pressure for government intervention
The strike by more than 55,000 Canada Post workers entered its 19th day as the Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping weekend came to a close. Recommended Videos Canada Post…
Concerns raised over hospitality staff after smoking curbs ditched
Scientists have raised concerns about hospitality staff coming into contact with second-hand smoke at work after the Government rowed back on plans to make it illegal to smoke in pub…
Ontario Place redevelopment costs grow to $1.8 billion, AG alleges unfair process
Tuesday’s annual report from Ontario’s auditor general shows costs for redeveloping Ontario Place ballooned to $1.8 billion, with the AG alleging a process for the monumental project that was neither…
UK nationals urged to avoid protests as Korean president declares martial law
British nationals in South Korea have been advised to avoid political demonstrations after the country’s president declared martial law. Yoon Suk Yeol vowed to eliminate “anti-state” forces as he suspended…
Kate and Prince William issue new statement just hours after Princess of Wales’s royal return
Kate and Prince William have issued a new statement just hours after the Princess of Wales stepped up for the Royal Family during today’s State Visit. The Prince and Princess…
An Italian man gets life in prison for killing ex-girlfriend amid anger over violence against women
MILAN (AP) — A 22-year-old Italian man who confessed in court to killing his ex-girlfriend was convicted of her murder on Tuesday and sentenced to life in prison in a…