Bord na Mona reaches deal to sell bin collection business that services 135,000 customersBord na Móna Recycling has been sold to KWD Recycling, ensuring worker conditions remain unchanged.
Erasing History, Erasing Democracy: Trump's Authoritarian Assault on EducationTrump's executive orders on education aim to control curricula and push privatization, posing threats to critical thinking and public schooling.
After Writing About Prison Censorship, I Got Blocked From Messaging My SourcesCensorship in prison communications has increased, limiting outside contact for individuals incarcerated.
Erasing History, Erasing Democracy: Trump's Authoritarian Assault on EducationTrump's executive orders on education aim to control curricula and push privatization, posing threats to critical thinking and public schooling.
After Writing About Prison Censorship, I Got Blocked From Messaging My SourcesCensorship in prison communications has increased, limiting outside contact for individuals incarcerated.
What do the Los Angeles fires tell us about the coming water wars? | Judith LevineThe conflict over water access brings attention to systemic inequalities exacerbated by privatization and austerity measures.
Trump eyes privatizing United States Postal Service during second termTrump aims to privatize USPS due to financial losses, sparking concern over consumer impact and federal employment.
Trumpworld considers Postal Service overhaulTrump's potential USPS overhaul indicates possible privatization despite bipartisan concerns.Republican leaders criticize USPS financial management and seek substantial restructuring.
After Reports Suggest Trump Seeks to Privatize USPS, Progressives Speak OutTrump plans to discuss privatizing the U.S. Postal Service, raising concerns among progressives about potential impacts on public service.
Opinion: Please don't privatize the U.S. Postal ServiceTrump's focus on privatizing the U.S. Postal Service highlights Republican tendencies to distrust government and favor privatization.
Trump eyes privatizing United States Postal Service during second termTrump aims to privatize USPS due to financial losses, sparking concern over consumer impact and federal employment.
Trumpworld considers Postal Service overhaulTrump's potential USPS overhaul indicates possible privatization despite bipartisan concerns.Republican leaders criticize USPS financial management and seek substantial restructuring.
After Reports Suggest Trump Seeks to Privatize USPS, Progressives Speak OutTrump plans to discuss privatizing the U.S. Postal Service, raising concerns among progressives about potential impacts on public service.
Opinion: Please don't privatize the U.S. Postal ServiceTrump's focus on privatizing the U.S. Postal Service highlights Republican tendencies to distrust government and favor privatization.
Allies hope a Trump win changes the system for mortgages. Some warn it will make them pricierTrump's potential victory may prompt GOP efforts to privatize mortgage firms Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, with risks to mortgage affordability.Privatization plan could lead to higher mortgage costs for Americans.
Donald Trump Could Privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac: What It Means for Your MortgagePrivatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could lead to higher mortgage rates and challenges in housing affordability.
Trump allies want to privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie MacPrivatizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may increase mortgage costs amid high interest rates, causing concern among Democrats and some economists.
Allies hope a Trump win changes the system for mortgages. Some warn it will make them pricierThe potential privatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could lead to increased home buying costs amidst high mortgage rates.
Allies hope a Trump win changes the system for mortgages. Some warn it will make them pricierTrump's potential victory may prompt GOP efforts to privatize mortgage firms Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, with risks to mortgage affordability.Privatization plan could lead to higher mortgage costs for Americans.
Donald Trump Could Privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac: What It Means for Your MortgagePrivatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could lead to higher mortgage rates and challenges in housing affordability.
Trump allies want to privatize Fannie Mae and Freddie MacPrivatizing Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac may increase mortgage costs amid high interest rates, causing concern among Democrats and some economists.
Allies hope a Trump win changes the system for mortgages. Some warn it will make them pricierThe potential privatization of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac could lead to increased home buying costs amidst high mortgage rates.
The Nordstrom family struck a deal to take their namesake department store chain private. Here's how they built their retail empire.Nordstrom's founding family is privatizing the retail chain with support from a Mexican retailer, ensuring control over its legacy and future.
The U.K., Belgium and Germany have done it. Should Canada also privatize its postal service? | CBC NewsThe proposed solution to Canada Post's problems is to sell it off, as minor improvements won't solve deep-rooted financial issues.
Late 2024 Push on Employee Monitoring, Discipline, Telework Presage 2025Republican initiatives in Congress aim to restrict telework for federal employees and challenge existing labor agreements.
Share your experience of US healthcareThe shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has triggered widespread criticism of the privatized US healthcare system and its impact on citizens' access to care.
Dem Congressman Not Surprised' By Outpouring' of Health Care Critics Following CEO AssassinationRo Khanna condemned violence but acknowledged public outrage over inequities in the healthcare industry following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Share your experience of US healthcareThe shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has triggered widespread criticism of the privatized US healthcare system and its impact on citizens' access to care.
Dem Congressman Not Surprised' By Outpouring' of Health Care Critics Following CEO AssassinationRo Khanna condemned violence but acknowledged public outrage over inequities in the healthcare industry following the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Election outcome could bring big changes to MedicareThe future of Medicare hangs in the balance as Trump and Harris clash over different visions for the program's structure and funding.
Trump's win could accelerate the privatization of MedicareTrump's return could drastically privatize Medicare, increasing reliance on Medicare Advantage plans.
Op-Ed | Keeping our promise to NYC retirees: The City Council's duty to defend healthcare rights | amNewYorkMedicare Advantage can deny critical care, resulting in tragic outcomes for retirees like Gary Bent.There is concern that Medicare Advantage prioritizes profits over patient care, negatively impacting senior health.
Election outcome could bring big changes to MedicareThe future of Medicare hangs in the balance as Trump and Harris clash over different visions for the program's structure and funding.
Trump's win could accelerate the privatization of MedicareTrump's return could drastically privatize Medicare, increasing reliance on Medicare Advantage plans.
Op-Ed | Keeping our promise to NYC retirees: The City Council's duty to defend healthcare rights | amNewYorkMedicare Advantage can deny critical care, resulting in tragic outcomes for retirees like Gary Bent.There is concern that Medicare Advantage prioritizes profits over patient care, negatively impacting senior health.
Communities on Parana River fear Argentina's privatisation plan will destroy their way of lifePrivatisation of the Paraguay-Parana waterway raises significant environmental concerns for local river communities in Argentina.
Argentina: Court blocks Milei move to privatize football DW 09/03/2024President Milei's attempt to privatize football clubs was blocked by a court due to their socio-cultural significance and legal status as non-profit entities.
Communities on Parana River fear Argentina's privatisation plan will destroy their way of lifePrivatisation of the Paraguay-Parana waterway raises significant environmental concerns for local river communities in Argentina.
Argentina: Court blocks Milei move to privatize football DW 09/03/2024President Milei's attempt to privatize football clubs was blocked by a court due to their socio-cultural significance and legal status as non-profit entities.
The Elizabeth line is getting a new Japanese operatorThe Elizabeth line will be operated by a joint venture led by a Japanese company starting May 2025, emphasizing public transport's quality and sustainability.
Natwest buys back 1bn in shares from Treasury as government stake drops to 11%NatWest's buyback reduces government ownership to over 11%, indicating steady progress towards full privatisation.
Trump and Project 2025 are attacking the Department of Education. How might they reshape US schools?Donald Trump aims to shut down the US Department of Education, pushing for states to take control, posing challenges and potential changes in education policies.
Billionaires Who Aim to "Disrupt" Education May Get a Chance Even If Trump LosesTrump's potential reelection could push for greater school privatization and corporate education reform, regardless of electoral outcomes.
School Vouchers Have a Racist History and Troubling Impacts on Public SchoolsSchool vouchers undermine public education and prioritize privatization over equal access.
Billionaires Yass and DeVos Are on a Crusade to Destroy US Public SchoolsThe extreme right wing in the US is pushing to abolish the Department of Education, aligning with figures like Betsy DeVos and Jeff Yass.Billionaires like DeVos and grassroots groups are working together to promote the 'education freedom' movement through demonizing and defunding public schools.
Trump and Project 2025 are attacking the Department of Education. How might they reshape US schools?Donald Trump aims to shut down the US Department of Education, pushing for states to take control, posing challenges and potential changes in education policies.
Billionaires Who Aim to "Disrupt" Education May Get a Chance Even If Trump LosesTrump's potential reelection could push for greater school privatization and corporate education reform, regardless of electoral outcomes.
School Vouchers Have a Racist History and Troubling Impacts on Public SchoolsSchool vouchers undermine public education and prioritize privatization over equal access.
Billionaires Yass and DeVos Are on a Crusade to Destroy US Public SchoolsThe extreme right wing in the US is pushing to abolish the Department of Education, aligning with figures like Betsy DeVos and Jeff Yass.Billionaires like DeVos and grassroots groups are working together to promote the 'education freedom' movement through demonizing and defunding public schools.
Voters in Liechtenstein withdraw state funding from the country's public radio broadcasterVoters in Liechtenstein have decisively chosen to withdraw state funding from Radio Liechtenstein, signaling a major shift in the country’s media funding model.
Tokyo Metro shares soar in Japan's biggest IPO since 2018Tokyo Metro's IPO marked Japan's largest since 2018, with shares soaring 47% and raising $2.3bn for the government.
Water industry ownership should be decided by citizens' assembly, new bill saysThe future ownership of the water industry should involve a citizens' assembly for greater democratic engagement and public influence.
Bronx NYCHA tenants make a PACT for a brighter futureMoving to private management through RAD is a promising solution for improving NYCHA public-housing complexes.
Committee votes to extend private Toronto garbage collection for $289M | CBC NewsToronto's west end continues private garbage collection despite concerns over cost and negotiation power.City commits to $289 million contract with GFL Environmental for garbage collection despite feasibility studies for in-house services.
JD Vance said he would 'consider' privatizing some veteran healthcare services if electedJD Vance supports potential privatization of veteran healthcare to increase flexibility for veterans.
Why is Thames Water in so much trouble?Thames Water's debt has ballooned to £15.2bn since its 1989 privatization, raising concerns about financial management and infrastructure investment.
ANALYSIS | In 1993, Alberta said a private liquor model would bring more choice and stable prices. Did it? | CBC NewsThe privatization of liquor sales in Alberta dramatically reshaped the liquor landscape, presenting lucrative retail opportunities. Ontario is eyeing the Alberta model for potential reforms.
The Rise of Poverty Inc.Government anti-poverty programs are now big business for private-sector middlemen, leading to industries dependent on poverty for their business model.
London Mayoral election: Former banker Brian Rose to standBrian Rose running for 2024 London mayoral elections under London Real party.Focus on improving crime rates and privatizing Transport for London.
LA County Residents Say A Nearby Landfill is Making Them Sick | KQEDOpponents retract concession on Proposition 1 due to close vote margin.Huntington Beach considers privatizing library system amid content debate.
Former Twitter Executives Sue Elon Musk for $128 MillionElon Musk faces lawsuit for withholding $128 million severance from former Twitter executives.Severance clauses in contracts triggered by Twitter's privatization resulted in demand for payments.
Rocket Report: Firefly's CEO steps down; Artemis II core stage leaves factorySpaceX's rare Falcon 9 failure caused a temporary global launch pause, highlighting the rocket's essential role in space activities.
Trump's Allies Are Trying to Force You to Pay for Weather ReportsAccess to free government-provided weather forecasts is at risk of privatization, potentially limiting access to essential information for average Americans.
Cheap sales, debt and foreign takeovers: how privatisation changed the water industryPrivatised British water companies were as unpopular in the past as they are now due to mismatched rewards, service quality, and infrastructure problems.
National Rally says it would privatise French public TV if it wins majorityMarine Le Pen's National Rally plans to privatise French public television and radio if winning the majority in the parliament.
from www.nytimes.com7 months agoCash-Strapped Ukraine Plans to Sell State Assets to Help Fund War EffortHotel Ukraine, a witness to historical events, is up for auction to fund military and boost Ukraine's economy.