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‘We’ve got to be discussing taxes’: Labor minister refuses to rule out more hikes

Sky News Australia · July 14, 2025

The Albanese government is refusing to rule out further tax hikes, with a senior Labor minister declaring tax had to be discussed as part of the broader economic reform agenda. Employment and Workplace Relations Minister Amanda Rishworth made the...

Who is Firoz Cachalia, the incoming Acting Police Minister?

Daily News · July 14, 2025

After a week of intense scrutiny following the bombshell allegations by KwaZulu-Natal provincial police commissioner, Lt-Gen Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi, president Cyril Ramaphosa has moved to place embattled Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu on leave of...

Not priority to devolve probation says UK minister

BBC ·

A UK government minister has been accused of pouring "cold water" on the prospect of the Welsh government taking control over probation and youth justice. The Labour-led Cardiff administration has been pushing for further devolution on criminal...

Jamaica tourism sector on track to see record growth, says Minister Bartlett

Caribbean National Weekly · July 14, 2025

Jamaica’s Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett, says the country’s tourism sector is firmly back on track and poised for record-breaking growth, following a turbulent period marked by global and regional challenges. - Advertisement - Speaking...

(2nd LD) Unification minister nominee raises need to change name of unification ministry

Yonhap News Agency · July 14, 2025

(ATTN: RECASTS headline, lead; UPDATES with more details throughout) SEOUL, July 14 (Yonhap) -- Unification Minister nominee Chung Dong-young on Monday raised the need to consider changing the name of the unification ministry, suggesting the...

Japan ‘needs Abe’: political turmoil sparks nostalgia for former prime minister

South China Morning Post · July 14, 2025

Three years after the assassination of Shinzo Abe, Japan’s longest-serving prime minister, his legacy continues to cast a long shadow over a struggling ruling party and an embattled successor, fuelling a wave of public nostalgia ahead of Sunday’s...

Former Israeli prime minister responds to accusations that Israel orchestrated Jeffrey Epstein 'blackmail ring'

The Blaze · July 14, 2025

A former Israeli prime minister released a statement addressing suspicions that Jeffrey Epstein was a part of an Israeli "blackmail ring" to compromise powerful figures. Businessman Naftali Bennett served as prime minister in Israel from 2021 to...

‘Not acceptable’: Minister vows more cops on the streets to tackle retail crime

Northampton Chronicle & Echo · July 14, 2025

The Minister of State for Crime, Policing and Fire, Diana Johnson, visited Northampton town centre on Monday July 14 to speak with shop owners and police officers about tackling retail crime. Joined by Northamptonshire Police and Crime...

Ireland not a soft target for migrants, says Minister

RTE Ireland · July 14, 2025

The Minister of State with Responsibility for Migration has said that Ireland was not a soft target for those seeking international protection. Speaking on RTÉ's Drivetime, Colm Brophy said that a fairer system was needed in Ireland. "It wasn't so...

Missed calls, Wimbledon: How Firoz Cachalia nearly missed out on police minister gig [video]

The South African · July 15, 2025

As Professor Firoz Cachalia prepares to step in as acting minister of police, he has offered insight into the possible reason behind the delay to the “family meeting” this past Sunday, 13 July. President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that Cachalia...

New vice veterans minister vows to step up policies for people of merit

Yonhap News Agency · July 14, 2025

SEOUL, July 14 (Yonhap) -- Vice Veterans Minister Kang Yun-jin pledged Monday to step up compensation for veterans who have been recognized for their service as she began her official duty. Kang, who previously served as director general for...

Gender minister nominee apologizes for using aides to do personal chores

Yonhap News Agency · July 14, 2025

SEOUL, July 14 (Yonhap) -- Gender Equality Minister nominee Kang Sun-woo apologized Monday for having legislative aides perform her household chores, such as disposing of food waste at her home, amid opposition criticism and calls for her...

(LEAD) Unification minister nominee calls for restoring frayed inter-Korean ties

Yonhap News Agency · July 14, 2025

(ATTN: UPDATES with more details throughout) SEOUL, July 14 (Yonhap) -- Unification Minister nominee Chung Dong-young on Monday raised the need to restore frayed relations between South and North Korea, and reestablish peace on the Korean...

Finance Minister Sitharaman promises to boost GCC growth by easing taxation rules, govt support

The Print · July 15, 2025

New Delhi: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has promised that the Union government will offer relief to Global Capability Centres (GCCs) for the challenges they face in terms of taxation and transfer pricing rules in the country. Sitharaman was...

Division of Food Security holds ‘strategic discussions’ with Agriculture Minister

Trinidad and Tobago Guardian ·

The Division of Food Security, Natural Resources, the Environment and Sustainable Development says it raised the issue of “equity in resource allocation” during a meeting with Agriculture Minister Ravi Ratiram last...

Back 42% quota: Telangana BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar to BRS & BJP

The Times of India · July 15, 2025

Telangana BC Welfare Minister Ponnam Prabhakar has appealed to BJP leaders, including Union Minister Bandi Sanjay, to help secure the governor's approval for an ordinance granting 42% reservations to Backward Classes in local bodies. Prabhakar...

India's 2nd longest cable stayed structure: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurates Rs 472 crore Sigandur bridge; CM Siddaramaiah and ministers boycott event

The Times of India ·

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the Sigandur bridge in Shivamogga, amidst a political controversy. Chief Minister Siddaramaiah and his cabinet boycotted the event, citing a last-minute invitation and protocol violations. Siddaramaiah...

Kubayi tipped to be interim police minister before Cachalia is sworn in

Business Day ·

Firoz Cachalia will be in the role while the commission of inquiry set up by Ramaphosa probes explosive allegations against Senzo Mchunu 14 July 2025 - 19:21 by Hajra Omarjee and Thando Maeko Justice & constitutional development minister Mmamoloko...

MK Party sends Ramaphosa ultimatum over decision to appoint interim police minister

Eye Witness News ·

CAPE TOWN - The uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) Party has sent President Cyril Ramaphosa an ultimatum: retract his decision to appoint an interim police minister or face a legal challenge. The party believes the decision is unconstitutional. ALSO READ: -...

Significant Reduction In Malnutrition In Last 2 Years: Maha Minister Aditi Tatkare

MENAFN · July 14, 2025

(MENAFN- IANS) Mumbai, July 14 (IANS) Maharashtra Women and Child Development Minister Aditi Tatkare on Monday said in the state council that due to various measures implemented jointly under the Integrated Child Development Service Scheme and...