Politics Lawmaker Urges Prohibition on Commercial Sales of Human Remains February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A Member of Parliament has advocated for the cessation of the “depraved” practice involving the sale of human remains through auction houses and on social media platforms. Bell Ribeiro-Addy, representing…
Politics Mozambique Opposition Leader Urges Continuation of Protests for Months February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Mozambique’s opposition leader has informed the BBC that ongoing protests, which have resulted in weeks of confrontations with the nation’s security forces, should persist for “maybe two to three months”.…
Politics Mersey Tunnels Toll Expected to Increase Next Year February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek An increase in the charge for using the Mersey tunnels is scheduled to take effect from April of the upcoming year. The proposal to elevate the cash toll for a…
Politics Council Dispute Over £3 Million Nuclear-Linked Funding February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The head of a local council has defended the body’s choice to receive £3 million from a nuclear waste organization, following its characterization as “dirty money” by opposing members. East…
Politics Guernsey Deputy Proposes Civil Service Recruitment Slowdown to Avoid Tax Increases February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A Guernsey politician has introduced a plan to curb the hiring of civil servants, aiming to prevent increases in taxation. Deputy John Dyke presented this proposal for discussion within the…
Politics Independent Review Suggests Significant Salary Increase for Wolverhampton Council Chief Executive February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek An independent assessment has put forward a proposal for the City of Wolverhampton Council to grant its chief executive a salary increase exceeding £30,000. This adjustment would elevate Tim Johnson’s…
Politics Community Group Works to Prevent Demolition of Victorian Chapel February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek A community organization is working to prevent the demolition of a Victorian chapel. Ryton Cemetery Chapel was identified by Gateshead Council as one of seven structures slated for demolition due…
Politics Small Boat Crossings Reach Two-Year Monthly High February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek According to the Home Office, 230 individuals traversed the English Channel aboard small vessels on Thursday. The month of October recorded 5,417 such crossings, marking the highest monthly total observed…
Politics Trump Supporters View Cabinet Selections as Disruptive to “Establishment” February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek Certain cabinet selections made by US President-elect Donald Trump appear poised for a contentious confirmation process in Washington, as their suitability to uphold the rule of law, national security, and…
Politics Lancaster City Council Leader Resigns as Coalition Dissolves Amid Power Shift February 11, 2026 Oguz Simsek The governing coalition of a city council has dissolved, leading to the resignation of its leader. Philip Black, who led the Labour group and whose party governed Lancaster City Council…