Politics DUP Politician’s Appointment as EA Chair Prompts Scrutiny February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A Sinn Féin assembly member has challenged Education Minister Paul Givan’s decision to appoint a fellow party member to a prominent position, stating that the minister needs to demonstrate a…
Politics Council Staff Strike in Perth and Kinross Schools Enters Second Week February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Industrial action by local authority employees in Perth and Kinross has commenced its second week. Approximately half of the region’s primary educational institutions are fully shut down due to this…
Politics Four Arrested Amid Pro-Palestinian Protest During Hillary Clinton’s Visit to Queen’s University February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Four men have been apprehended for public order offences following a pro-Palestinian protest in the University Road area of south Belfast on Thursday. This event took place during a visit…
Politics President Biden’s Angola Visit Highlights US Strategy to Counter China’s Influence February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek US President Joe Biden has commenced his much-anticipated initial visit to sub-Saharan Africa, a trip occurring amid questions regarding the future of US-Africa relations as Donald Trump is set to…
Politics MP to Support Assisted Dying Bill Following Personal Loss February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A Labour Member of Parliament has declared his intention to cast a vote in support of proposed legislation to legalize assisted dying, stating that his perspective was influenced by the…
Politics Welsh Tory Leader Andrew RT Davies Faces Confidence Vote February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Andrew RT Davies is scheduled to undergo a vote of confidence regarding his leadership on Tuesday, initiated by members of his Conservative group within the Senedd. This development follows both…
Politics States of Jersey to Revisit Bailiff’s Combined Roles February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The States Assembly of Jersey is scheduled to hold another discussion regarding the continuation of the bailiff’s two functions: serving as the speaker within the assembly and as the island’s…
Politics Moldova’s Pro-European Leader Faces Close Run-off Amid Allegations of Russian Interference February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Citizens of Moldova participated in the second-round presidential election run-off, which is widely viewed as a decisive contest between pursuing a European trajectory and reverting to Russian sway. Incumbent pro-European…
Politics Cornwall Council Calls for Reversal of Farm Inheritance Tax Changes February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Representatives of Cornwall Council have urged the government to re-evaluate proposed modifications to inheritance tax regulations for agricultural landowners. Effective April 2026, farmers will face a 20% tax on the…
Politics Londonderry Mayor Defends US Trade Trip Meetings Amid Criticism February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Londonderry’s mayor has dismissed objections concerning her meetings with pro-Israeli political figures during a recent trade delegation to the United States. Lilian Seenoi Barr stated that the purpose of the…