Politics Mothers launch legal challenge against government’s child benefit cap February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Two mothers have initiated legal proceedings against the government concerning the Universal Credit (UC) two-child benefit policy. This cap prevents parents from claiming the child element of UC or child…
Politics Public input requested on “Beautiful Jersey” as official island anthem February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A public consultation has been initiated to gather opinions regarding the proposal to designate the song Beautiful Jersey as the official anthem of the island. The Government of Jersey announced…
Politics Trump’s Running Mate Highlights Euthanasia of Pet Squirrel as Campaign Issue February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The situation involving an Instagram-famous pet squirrel, which was euthanised by New York wildlife authorities, has emerged as a campaign topic two days before the US presidential election. Donald Trump’s…
Politics Stafford Borough Council Explores Civic Office Purchase for Long-Term Savings February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A local authority is exploring the acquisition of its civic offices, aiming for long-term financial savings. Stafford Borough Council presently leases its Riverside premises, a building with over five decades…
Politics St Helier Street Traffic Direction to Reverse in Jersey February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A section of a St Helier street is slated to have its traffic flow altered as part of ongoing initiatives to enhance accessibility. Jersey’s government announced that Dumaresq Street, specifically…
Politics Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte Acknowledges “Death Squad” Role in Anti-Crime Efforts February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Rodrigo Duterte, the former president of the Philippines, has acknowledged maintaining a “death squad” during his tenure as mayor of a major Philippine city, which he used to combat crime.…
Politics Trump Nominates Pam Bondi for Attorney General After Matt Gaetz Withdraws February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek US President-elect Donald Trump has put forward veteran prosecutor Pam Bondi as his selection for attorney general. This nomination occurred hours after Matt Gaetz removed himself from consideration for the…
Politics Shirebrook Market Place Redevelopment to Include Bus Shelter Installation February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Installation of bus shelters at semi-permanent stops in Shirebrook, a Derbyshire town, is scheduled to commence next week as part of efforts to redevelop its market place. Bolsover District Council…
Politics Proposal to Demolish Government House Greenhouse for Parking Expansion February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A greenhouse located on the premises of Jersey’s Government House may be demolished to create additional parking facilities. A planning application for the removal of the 19th-century building on St…
Politics Starmer Pledges Counter-Terrorism Approach Against Smuggling Gangs February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Sir Keir Starmer has committed to employing counter-terrorism strategies to halt people-smuggling operations “before they act,” simultaneously declaring an additional £75 million for policing the UK’s borders. During an address,…