Colonel Found Guilty of Sexual Harassment in Trial Seen as a Milestone
Lt. Col. Herman West's conviction highlights significant reforms in military law regarding sexual harassment, ensuring accountability for such actions.
One arrested, suspect sought in St.Johns cannabis store fatality
Portland police are experiencing heightened scrutiny, sparking discussions on the need for reform and improved accountability.
'No further action' over Croydon mismanagement that led to bankruptcy
The investigation found mismanagement but no prosecutions, highlighting limited accountability powers for councils.
Colonel Found Guilty of Sexual Harassment in Trial Seen as a Milestone
Lt. Col. Herman West's conviction highlights significant reforms in military law regarding sexual harassment, ensuring accountability for such actions.
One arrested, suspect sought in St.Johns cannabis store fatality
Portland police are experiencing heightened scrutiny, sparking discussions on the need for reform and improved accountability.
'No further action' over Croydon mismanagement that led to bankruptcy
The investigation found mismanagement but no prosecutions, highlighting limited accountability powers for councils.
San Mateo County Sheriff Corpus vowed to end corruption. Now she finds herself at the center of scandal
Christina Corpus, San Mateo County's first Latina sheriff, is facing serious allegations of misconduct similar to those she campaigned against.
London's largest insurance market, famed for its male-dominated culture of alcohol and drugs, finally cracks down on drinking at work
Lloyd's of London plans to modernize its culture by addressing misconduct and implementing clearer guidelines on unacceptable behaviors, including alcohol-related issues.
San Mateo County Sheriff Corpus vowed to end corruption. Now she finds herself at the center of scandal
Christina Corpus, San Mateo County's first Latina sheriff, is facing serious allegations of misconduct similar to those she campaigned against.
London's largest insurance market, famed for its male-dominated culture of alcohol and drugs, finally cracks down on drinking at work
Lloyd's of London plans to modernize its culture by addressing misconduct and implementing clearer guidelines on unacceptable behaviors, including alcohol-related issues.
Tory cuts have left NHS in critical condition', major review finds
A decade of austerity has critically damaged the NHS, leading to disengaged staff and poor health outcomes.
Medicaid May Face Big Cuts and Work Requirements
Significant Medicaid cuts are being proposed by conservative lawmakers to fund tax cuts and implement work requirements. Changes may impact millions of beneficiaries.
NHS is drinking in last chance saloon', says Labour health advisor
The NHS is in urgent need of reform to utilize increased funding effectively for better patient outcomes.
Tory cuts have left NHS in critical condition', major review finds
A decade of austerity has critically damaged the NHS, leading to disengaged staff and poor health outcomes.
Medicaid May Face Big Cuts and Work Requirements
Significant Medicaid cuts are being proposed by conservative lawmakers to fund tax cuts and implement work requirements. Changes may impact millions of beneficiaries.
NHS is drinking in last chance saloon', says Labour health advisor
The NHS is in urgent need of reform to utilize increased funding effectively for better patient outcomes.
It's time for G20 to take the initiative to help build a fairer world
The G20 must reform the international system to prevent crises and establish a fairer global order.
A Place for Everything: Scandinavian Storage Cabinets and Wardrobes from Reform of Copenhagen
Reform has expanded from kitchen designs to full home storage solutions, emphasizing customization and collaboration with distinguished designers.
Independent Panel Warns Another Potshot Assassination Attempt Can and Will Happen Again' In Scathing Report on Secret Service
The Secret Service must undergo significant reforms to avoid future assassination attempts on protectees.
Philly McMahon: Leave football alone, it's original thinking - not rule changes - that the game needs
The FRC's new rule proposals are worrisome and may threaten the identity and recognition of the sport.
UN reform plan adopted despite Russian opposition DW 09/22/2024
The Pact for the Future aims to reform the UN and enhance international cooperation amid contemporary global challenges.
Western nations were desperate for Korean babies. Now many adoptees believe they were stolen
South Korea's adoption system faces significant scrutiny due to widespread fraud and calls for reform to ensure children's rights and transparency in international adoptions.
Tackling UK ill health is vital to economic growth, says IPPR
Britain's health crisis undermines economic growth; a £15bn annual investment is essential for reform.
Angela Rayner insists she does not want to scrap Thatcher's Right to Buy policy
Angela Rayner supports reforming, not scrapping, the Right to Buy scheme to prevent depletion of social housing.
African nations want a seat at the UN Security Council DW 08/29/2024
Africa seeks increased representation in the UN Security Council to reflect its significant membership.
Has Virginia Figured Out a Solution to Its Rare Whiskey Problem?
Virginia is reforming the allocation of rare whiskey bottles to create a more randomized experience for consumers.
Is India a Safe Place for Women? Another Brutal Killing Raises the Question.
India's safety issue for women persists, highlighted by recent violent incidents and calls for urgent legal and societal reforms.
San Jose mayor forms committee supporting passage of Prop 36
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan advocates for Proposition 36 to enhance treatment and accountability for repeat drug and retail theft offenders beyond the limitations of Proposition 47.
Biden to announce plans to reform US supreme court report
Joe Biden plans to reform the US Supreme Court by backing term limits for justices and proposing an enforceable code of ethics.
Editorial | Latest Rikers Island demands investigation, and possibly more accountability | amNewYork
Inmates on Rikers Island are individuals deserving safety and care, with recent instances of medical neglect and deaths prompting concerns for reform.
After Falling Short, SF Will Revamp Office Aimed at Helping Sexual Assault Victims | KQED
Ivy Lee appointed as director of the new Office of Victim and Witness Rights in San Francisco.
Biden will name new boss soon to lead 'toxic' FDIC
FDIC Chairman Gruenberg willing to step down after Senate confirms successor.
U.S. military sees decline in sexual assault incidents: Gillibrand
Significant decline in sexual assault and harassment in the U.S. military, with 19% decrease in unwanted sexual contact for active duty women and 13% decrease for men compared to 2021.
Scandal Brought Reforms to Soccer. Its Leaders Are Rolling Them Back.
FIFA's reform report led by Gianni Infantino aimed to restore trust post-corruption, with proposals for transparency, term limits, and institutional changes.
Tory row over vote to bar MPs arrested for sex offences - wrong side of justice'
A row erupted over barring MPs from Parliament if arrested for serious offenses despite innocence until proven guilty principle being raised.
The staff get hush money': the hidden scandal of rape in Indian prisons
Sexual abuse of incarcerated women in West Bengal's overcrowded prisons is a harsh reality.
Prison conditions for women in West Bengal need urgent reform to ensure their safety.
'Untenable': Legalise abortions in first trimester, urges German commission
The commission in Germany has recommended relaxing abortion laws to make it legal and unpunishable in the first trimester, potentially extending to 22 weeks with certain restrictions.
The staff get hush money': the hidden scandal of rape in Indian prisons
Sexual abuse of incarcerated women in West Bengal's overcrowded prisons is a harsh reality.
Prison conditions for women in West Bengal need urgent reform to ensure their safety.
'Untenable': Legalise abortions in first trimester, urges German commission
The commission in Germany has recommended relaxing abortion laws to make it legal and unpunishable in the first trimester, potentially extending to 22 weeks with certain restrictions.
Biden lawyer, former GOP admin officials urge Insurrection Act reform
The group of former officials is advocating for restrictions on deploying military inside the U.S.
The Insurrection Act, dating back to 1792, is deemed as outdated and in need of serious revision.
Palestinian President Abbas appoints Mohammed Mustafa as prime minister
Appointment of Mohammed Mustafa as the new prime minister by Mahmoud Abbas under US pressure for reform.
Focus on Mustafa's task of forming a new government, unifying administration, and fighting corruption.
Design Challenges: Designers Demand Reform as Unfair Tasks Miss the Mark (part I)
Design challenges in hiring processes face dissent from designers due to unrealistic time expectations, lack of respect, limited skill assessment, and ethical concerns.
Reform is advocated for more human-centered, ethical assessment methods like portfolio reviews and collaborative discussions to promote inclusivity in hiring processes.
The State of Prison Reform: A Conversation with Nazgol Ghandnoosh - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
The United States has seen a 24 percent decrease in its prison population since 2009.
One in five Black men born in 2021 is likely to be incarcerated in his lifetime.
Thai court rules Move Forward party must end bid to reform lese-majesty law
Thailand's constitutional court has ruled that the opposition party's pledge to reform the country's lese-majesty law is unlawful.
The court ordered the Move Forward party and its leader, Pita Limjaroenrat, to stop all forms of communication aimed at bringing reforms to the law.
Senators could vote on bipartisan border deal next week, top negotiator says
Republicans are divided on how to address immigration and border control
A bipartisan bill is being proposed that would reform border immigration laws and give the president more power to manage the flow of people across the border
How Germany fudges the math on NATO and Ukraine DW 01/20/2024
German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius is popular despite scaled-back plans to reform Germany's armed forces.
Germany is criticized for not reaching NATO's spending target and using military funds for aid to Ukraine.
Ofsted to urge schools to pause inspections harming mental health of staff
Ofsted is urging schools to pause inspections that may be harming the mental health of staff.
The schools inspectorate is considering overhauling how it inspects and grades safeguarding.
Legal Aid Society Calls for Reforms to Serve Tenants, Low-income Individuals
Legal Aid Society calls on Albany to enact package of reforms to serve vulnerable New Yorkers
Legislative priorities include housing, homeless rights, access to public benefits
Bed-Stuy father advocates for Grieving Families Act following fiancees death in childbirth * Brooklyn Paper
A new bill seeks to revamp the Grieving Families Act to allow families to seek damages for grief and anguish, not just financial loss.
New Jails Commissioner Aims to Avoid Federal Rikers Takeover
The new head of NYC's troubled jails promises to work with the federal monitor to avoid a takeover of Rikers Island.
Mayor Eric Adams praises the new jails head for her transparency and understanding of the work ahead.
TogetherSF Action: Advocacy group pushes for city charter reform, more power to mayor's office
A civic engagement group called TogetherSF Action is pushing for a bold reform package in San Francisco.
The proposed reforms include cutting the number of city boards and commissions by half and empowering the office of the mayor to hire and remove department heads without commission approval.
'Deluged' child welfare systems struggle to protect kids amid calls for reform
Joyce McMillan's children were taken away from her nearly 25 years ago, sparking her advocacy for child welfare system reforms.
More than three million children in the U.S. were involved in an investigation or other intervention for suspected abuse or neglect in 2021.
Child welfare agencies say that out of those interventions, only about 600,000 cases were substantiated.
Great power manipulation riddles United Nations | East Asia Forum
Russia and China faced setbacks at the UN in October 2023.
The UN's resistance to reform allows countries like Russia and China to maintain influence.
Met Police reform 'slower and more limited due to budget cuts', warns Mark Rowley
Reform of the Met will be limited and slower due to budget shortfall, officer shortages, and high demands.
IMF reform is tricky: the US and China will need to work together | Barry Eichengreen
The IMF, established 80 years ago, requires urgent reform, including providing alternative global liquidity sources, enhancing debt restructurings, fair surveillance policies, and leadership selection reforms.
Why Is Trump Doing So Well? This Democrat Blames the Democrats.
The Democratic Party's focus on student-debt relief may alienate voters and contribute to election challenges.