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#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Hundreds gather to protest San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie's proposed budget cuts

Protesters rallied against proposed service and job cuts in Mayor Lurie's budget, citing anger over potential impacts on city employees and services.
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

SF City Hall Faces First Major Layoffs In 15 Years as Mayor Lurie Proposes Cutting 1,400 Jobs

San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Hundreds gather to protest San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie's proposed budget cuts

Protesters rallied against proposed service and job cuts in Mayor Lurie's budget, citing anger over potential impacts on city employees and services.
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

SF City Hall Faces First Major Layoffs In 15 Years as Mayor Lurie Proposes Cutting 1,400 Jobs

fromwww.independent.co.uk
21 hours ago

Ex-Tory councillor banned after saying white men should have black slaves

A former councillor, Andrew Edwards, has been disqualified for four years following a recorded racist statement suggesting white men should own black slaves.
UK politics
#government-spending
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
London politics

Overblown infrastructure projects damage lives and imperil democracy. Why is Britain addicted to them? | George Monbiot

fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
London politics

Overblown infrastructure projects damage lives and imperil democracy. Why is Britain addicted to them? | George Monbiot

#cost-of-living
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Let non-doms pay 250,000 and avoid UK tax, says Farage

Under Reform's plan, non-doms would pay a fee for a Britannia Card, avoiding taxation on foreign income and wealth, a move criticized as favoring the wealthy.
UK politics
#france
fromianVisits
6 days ago

The London Buzz - 18th June 2025

Heathrow Airport temporarily reduced flights for 12 minutes to accommodate a flypast in celebration of the King's Birthday, showcasing respect for royal traditions.
London politics
#juneteenth
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 week ago

Santa Clara balances budget, restores rainy day funds - San Jose Spotlight

"The goal is to create additional capacity to fund services, infrastructure and other needs that aren't included in this budget," Lee said at the meeting.
San Francisco
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

EHRC urged to extend consultation on post-supreme court ruling gender guidance

The six-week consultation risked creating rushed guidance, lacking thorough engagement with affected stakeholders, as emphasized by leading charities advocating for an extension.
UK politics
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

These DMV services will soon be available in Coral Gables. It's a 'major step'

For the first time in history, the Miami-Dade Tax Collector's Office will open a permanent location in the City of Coral Gables.
Miami food
#social-equity
#spending-review
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Rachel Reeves must think big to fund Labour's battle-ready' Britain. Tweaks and tinkering won't do | Polly Toynbee

Rachel Reeves faces considerable pressure with her upcoming spending review amid public service needs and perceptions of austerity.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Starmer says he could go on all morning' - in afternoon PMQs speech

Starmer highlights Labour's achievements amid government challenges in PMQs.
Chancellor Reeves promises economic growth with significant public service investments.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Rachel Reeves must think big to fund Labour's battle-ready' Britain. Tweaks and tinkering won't do | Polly Toynbee

Rachel Reeves faces considerable pressure with her upcoming spending review amid public service needs and perceptions of austerity.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Starmer says he could go on all morning' - in afternoon PMQs speech

Starmer highlights Labour's achievements amid government challenges in PMQs.
Chancellor Reeves promises economic growth with significant public service investments.
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Los Gatos approves budget for upcoming fiscal year

The budget is legally balanced, but the town has a structural imbalance which will grow if not addressed.
SF LGBT
#fiscal-policy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Reeves in standoff with ministers over proposed cuts to public services

The Treasury faces pressure over proposed public service cuts amid talk of fiscal flexibility.
IMF recommends revisiting fiscal framework to avoid harsh budget cuts during economic downturn.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

Reeves in standoff with ministers over proposed cuts to public services

The Treasury faces pressure over proposed public service cuts amid talk of fiscal flexibility.
IMF recommends revisiting fiscal framework to avoid harsh budget cuts during economic downturn.
#local-government
#federal-government
NYC startup
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The U.S. government is burning. Let's save what we can

The Trump administration's first months caused unprecedented damage to federal agencies and programs, necessitating a collaborative public response.
NYC startup
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

The U.S. government is burning. Let's save what we can

The Trump administration's first months caused unprecedented damage to federal agencies and programs, necessitating a collaborative public response.
#reproductive-rights
#thames-water
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Digital ID cards would be good for Britain and a secret weapon for Labour against Reform | Polly Toynbee

A universal digital ID system could streamline access to public services and enhance citizen control over personal data.
#budget-cuts
#social-justice
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Huge anti-austerity march to take place though central London

Thousands of London protestors unite against austerity measures, highlighting their impact on the poorest and demanding increased public funding.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Huge anti-austerity march to take place though central London

Thousands of London protestors unite against austerity measures, highlighting their impact on the poorest and demanding increased public funding.
#labour-party
UK politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Opinion | Can Reform U.K. Be More Than a Vessel for Rage?

Labour's popularity is declining as it struggles to deliver promised spending without raising taxes amid a troubled economy.
#protests
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago
UK politics

Thousands to march on Whitehall in protest over spending cuts and welfare reform

Thousands to rally against government spending cuts and welfare reforms perceived to harm society's poorest.
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

Video. Protesters urge reform as Argentina considers welfare emergency bill

Lawmakers debate a welfare emergency bill amid public demand for better access to essential services affected by austerity measures.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Thousands to march on Whitehall in protest over spending cuts and welfare reform

Thousands to rally against government spending cuts and welfare reforms perceived to harm society's poorest.
Left-wing politics
fromeuronews
2 weeks ago

Video. Protesters urge reform as Argentina considers welfare emergency bill

Lawmakers debate a welfare emergency bill amid public demand for better access to essential services affected by austerity measures.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

AG Rob Bonta promises to crack down on copper wire thefts plaguing CA

This past January, a K-8 school in Vallejo was shut down for over a week after copper wire theft left them without power. More than 600 students and their families were left high and dry.
San Francisco
#trump-administration
Growth hacking
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Move fast and destroy things: 100 chaotic days of Elon Musk in the White House

Elon Musk's influence in the Trump administration has led to widespread changes in government operations, with significant political and economic consequences.
Growth hacking
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Move fast and destroy things: 100 chaotic days of Elon Musk in the White House

Elon Musk's influence in the Trump administration has led to widespread changes in government operations, with significant political and economic consequences.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

This is what Britain really needs to defend itself and it doesn't include spending billions on arms | Karen Bell

The UK strategic defence review emphasizes increased military spending while neglecting vital public service funding.
Investment in essential sectors is more crucial for national resilience than military expenditures.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Five Erith and Thamesmead schools to receive urgent repairs

Parents across Erith and Thamesmead will remember the terror of the RAAC crisis, the fear that children were no longer safe in their own school because of years of Tory neglect. Labour is turning the page through our Plan for Change, literally fixing the foundations of our schools so local children are in a safe environment where they can achieve and thrive.
Renovation
#waste-management
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Reeves told it is impossible to invest in growth, public services and net zero'

Increased defense spending constrains investments in economic growth and public services, posing challenges for Chancellor Rachel Reeves.
#government-efficiency
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How DOGE used AI to reshape the government in just 100 days

Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has aggressively cut federal jobs and programs using AI, sparking concerns over the impact on public services.
Artificial intelligence
fromFast Company
1 month ago

How DOGE used AI to reshape the government in just 100 days

Musk's Department of Government Efficiency has aggressively cut federal jobs and programs using AI, sparking concerns over the impact on public services.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

London council under fire as school crossing 'lollipop' patrols are axed

Parents at Cypress Primary have shared their concerns with me about the proposed cuts to their lollipop man, and they are rightly concerned that this will have an impact on their children's safety.
NYC parents
NYC politics
from48 hills
3 weeks ago

Could a New York mayoral candidate have a solution to SF, state budget crisis? - 48 hills

Mayor Lurie and Gov. Newsom face labor opposition as budget cuts threaten essential services and potential layoffs.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
3 weeks ago
San Francisco

Encampment sweeps at Ohlone Park; 8th & Harrison face new legal challenges

Berkeley is attempting to clear homeless encampments, facing legal challenges from advocates opposing the closures.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

Great News From Congress: Another Democrat Has Gotten a Book Contract!

Cory Booker's recent actions contradict his speech against government cuts, revealing a troubling lack of accountability in Congress.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 weeks ago

Met chief warns anti-crime pledges need funding

The Metropolitan Police Chief stresses the need for substantial funding in the upcoming budget to uphold public safety and government commitments.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

San Mateo County reveals $4.9 billion budget as state and fed cuts loom

San Mateo County's proposed budget reflects increased pressures on revenues and expenses, ensuring flexibility amidst uncertainties, while prioritizing children, families, seniors, and mental health support.
San Francisco
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Are Publix and Costco open? Malls? What to know about shopping on Memorial Day

Most supermarkets, including BJ's, Fresco y Más, Milam's Market, Presidente Supermarket, Publix, and Sprouts Farmers' Market, will be open regular hours on Memorial Day.
Miami food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: San Jose's animals are underserved by beleaguered shelter

It appears that the mayor's request for a city audit of the animal shelter and its recommendations have allowed management to continue to lower service standards for residents.
SF parents
fromChicago Tribune
1 month ago

Kane County State's Attorney's Office back to in-person operations after AC repairs

The Kane County State's Attorney's Office has fully resumed in-person operations following successful air conditioning repairs, allowing for all walk-in services to go back to normal.
Chicago Cubs
#london
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

Gov.uk One Login loses certification for digital identity trust framework | Computer Weekly

The government has officially removed One Login from its accreditation scheme due to a technology supplier's failure to renew necessary certification, impacting its legitimacy.
Digital life
NYC politics
fromThe Ithaca Voice
1 month ago

What's in the 2025 New York State budget? Here's everything you need to know. - The Ithaca Voice

New York lawmakers passed a historic $254 billion budget, raising some business taxes while delivering rebates and increasing child tax credits.
Tech industry
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

DSIT aims to bolster expertise with year-long secondments | Computer Weekly

UK government seeks to hire 25 experts in AI, semiconductors, and quantum computing to inform technology policy and enhance public services.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Ksenia Samotiy: When it comes to anti-immigration movements, Ireland can learn from our neighbours' mistakes

Squeezing out newcomers will only push up wages, fuel inflation and undermine the services that every one of us relies on.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Election countdown - should Swinney be optimistic?

Swinney’s focus is on delivering noticeable improvements in public services, especially in the NHS, which is seen as key for building voter trust and retaining power.
UK politics
#la-county-strike
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Los Angeles

More than 50,000 Los Angeles county workers strike disrupting key services

Los Angeles county workers are on strike due to failed contract negotiations and demand respect amid labor law violations.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago
Los Angeles

L.A. County experiences major disruptions on first day of strike

SEIU Local 721 initiated a historic two-day strike due to unfair contract negotiations and alleged labor law violations.
Los Angeles
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

More than 50,000 Los Angeles county workers strike disrupting key services

Los Angeles county workers are on strike due to failed contract negotiations and demand respect amid labor law violations.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

L.A. County experiences major disruptions on first day of strike

SEIU Local 721 initiated a historic two-day strike due to unfair contract negotiations and alleged labor law violations.
#blackout
fromWIRED
1 month ago
Europe news

Europe's Devastating Power Outage in Photos

A vast blackout affected Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France, disrupting public services and daily life.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Europe news

'Strong oscillation' in European grid behind power outage in Spain and Portugal as some flights cancelled at Dublin Airport

The blackout in Spain and Portugal disrupted daily life, affecting millions and halting transportation and services.
Europe news
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Europe's Devastating Power Outage in Photos

A vast blackout affected Spain, Portugal, and parts of southern France, disrupting public services and daily life.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
Europe news

'Strong oscillation' in European grid behind power outage in Spain and Portugal as some flights cancelled at Dublin Airport

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