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On May 1, 2022, local elections will be held across 23 councils in England, with results expected to impact daily life amid national issues like scandals and the cost of living crisis. Polling closes at 10pm, with immediate counting for some mayoral elections, while most results will be announced the following morning, starting with North Tyneside and West of England at 2am and the anticipated Runcorn and Helsby by-election at 3am. The full results from...

NEW DELHI: The Indian government has announced a nationwide caste census, reversing its previous stance against such enumeration, citing political manipulation by opposition-ruled states. Opposition leaders, including Rahul Gandhi, welcomed the decision as a victory and called for a timeline for implementation, while others emphasized the necessity of caste data for social justice and policymaking. The decision has been framed as a response to public demand and is seen as crucial ahead of upcoming elections,...

Bob McGuinn was a long-time hockey teammate, playing together for eleven years across various levels, including Humber Valley, Etobicoke Junior B, and Cornell University, where he won an NCAA championship. Despite not being the best player, his unique style and ability to score made him memorable, while his humor and team spirit brought joy to every team he was part of. Beyond hockey, McGuinn excelled as a senior executive, maintained a humorous approach to golf,...

Pope Francis, known for advocating for the poor and marginalized, notably focused on Africa during his papacy, addressing its challenges and celebrating its cultural diversity while denouncing resource exploitation. With Africa's Catholic population growing significantly, the next pope must confront the Church's historical complicity in the transatlantic slave trade and colonialism, as highlighted in discussions with the Global Circle for Reparations and Healing. The new leader is expected to build on Francis’ legacy by acknowledging...

The Australian Medical Association (AMA) has criticized major political parties for their uninspired health policy proposals regarding Medicare ahead of the Federal election, as outlined in their 2025 Federal Election Health Report Card. AMA president Danielle McMullen noted that while bulk-billing incentives from Labor and matched pledges from the Coalition and Greens may improve access for some, there is a missed opportunity to redesign the Medicare rebate structure, with urgent calls for an independent workforce...

The Trump Organization has partnered with Qatari Diar, a government-owned real estate firm, to develop a golf course and luxury homes in Qatar, coinciding with President Trump's upcoming state visit to the Middle East. Eric Trump, managing the family business, is promoting the project during his visit to Dubai, which also includes a new Trump-branded tower in the UAE, with involvement from the Saudi firm Dar Global. President Trump is set to arrive in the...