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States v. Governors: Delay in assenting to Bills | Explained

With the issue of indecision by the Governor on passed Bills agitating some States, The Hindu decodes what role the assent of a Governor plays; the extent of autonomy enjoyed by the Governor, and whether his actions can be subjected to judicial scrutiny.

The Hindu

Ed Burke’s corruption trial to shift into high gear, jury seated, opening statements to begin soon

U.S. District Judge Virginia Kendall, prosecutors and defense attorneys have chosen 12 jurors at the Dirksen Federal Courthouse who will hear evidence that was used in 2019 to level criminal charges against Burke in a push against old-school, Chicago-style corruption.

Chicago Sun-Times

Admission process for law courses to start today

APSCHE releases AP LAWCET/PGLCET Admissions-2023: Registration fee to be paid from Nov 17-20; Certificates to be verified from Nov 18-22; Web options from Nov 23-25; Seat allotment on Nov 28; Report to allotted colleges Nov 29-30. Detailed notification available on Council website.

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UN Security Council adopts resolution for ‘humanitarian pauses’ in Gaza

The 15-member body approved the Malta-sponsored draft after four failed attempts to respond to Israel-Hamas war.

Al Jazeera

Brandon Johnson’s first budget sails through City Council

The $16.77 billion plan, approved 41-8, holds the line on taxes and increases spending for an array of popular programs. But it also relies on one-time revenues and budgets far too little for the ongoing migrant crisis, on the hope that more state and federal help is on the way.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Hospitals are not battlegrounds’: World reacts to Israel’s al-Shifa raid

Criticism of Israel’s attack on Gaza’s largest hospital is adding to global disquiet over its war on the enclave.

Al Jazeera

Putin ally wired £3.7m into UK via Cyprus after Ukraine invasion, documents suggest

Petr Aven, a UK-based billionaire who owns a Surrey mansion, is under UK and EU sanctions

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Barton House: what happened and what is Bristol council doing about it?

After the building was evacuated, leaving hundreds temporarily homeless, we look at what happens next for residents and the council

The Guardian - UK

Nottingham City Council could declare bankruptcy if it cannot balance its books

The authority is facing a £23 million in-year budget overspend but has said it can meet all of its current financial obligations.

The Independent UK

UN apparatus, especially Security Council, is crumbling under weight of 21st century geopolitical realities: India

India: UN apparatus crumbling under 21st-century geopolitical realities; General Assembly should take lead in restoring centrality of UN to resolve transnational issues. India has advocated view that Assembly can be revitalised only when its position as chief deliberative, policy-making and representative organ is respected.

The Hindu

‘Looks like a prison yard’: parents savage Melbourne council over new playground with single swing

Yarra council says residents asked for ‘traditional play equipment’ and it was included – but park users say Collingwood reserve now a ‘monstrosity’

The Guardian - AU

Decorum call: City Council moves to rein in unruly crowds, threatening behavior at its meetings

New rules ban profane, vulgar, threatening, abusive or disruptive language at Chicago City Council meetings. Also out: banners, signs, large bags and sharp objects.

Chicago Sun-Times

Gore ‘bullying’ target applies for council top job

After quitting an unhappy work environment at Gore District Council more than a decade ago, the former finance head is applying for the job being vacated by his nemesis.

Newsroom.co.nz

PC Gaming Show: Most Wanted will reveal the 25 most exciting upcoming PC games on November 30

PC Gamer will reveal the voting results of a panel of games industry luminaries including Sid Meier, Tim Schafer, and Brenda Romero.

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The Guardian - UK

FA suspends council member over ‘Hitler proud of Netanyahu’ post

The Football Association has suspended the council member Wasim Haq, who said: ‘Adolf Hitler would be proud of Benjamin Netanyahu’

The Hindu

Final round of admissions for ICET-qualified students to start on Nov. 15

APSCHE releases 2nd phase of A.P. ICET-2023 admission schedule for MBA/MCA post-grad. Registration for web counselling from Nov 15-17; verification of certificates from Nov 16-18; web options from Nov 17-19; change of web options Nov 20; seat allotment Nov 22; report to colleges Nov 23.

Newsroom.co.nz

Surprise at Canterbury council’s ‘misleading’ court withdrawal

A court case on river protection has been halted but might yet be revived

Newcastle Herald

Singleton tops regional NSW with 'best' council

'To take out number one is simply incredible.'

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Salon

Eric Adams is blame shifting

As winter sets in, NYC is likely to see homelessness get even worse. Mayor Eric Adams is blaming migrants

Al Jazeera

Analysis: Can the next UN vote stop Israel’s war on Gaza?

Malta has circulated a new draft resolution focusing on Gaza’s children, Al Jazeera has learned. Will the US veto it?

Chicago Sun-Times

Ten-day paid leave plan passes City Council: Chicago employers must give workers more time off than other Illinois firms

The Council voted 36-12 in favor of the ordinance that requires Chicago businesses to give their workers 10 days off per year beginning Jan. 1, including five sick days and five vacation days.

Newcastle Herald

'Cheap way out': council accused of blocking critical marine habitat

'This is the easy, cheap way out.'

Chicago Sun-Times

Mayor Brandon Johnson won’t pay a price for floor leader’s ouster, top aide says

One day after the mayor cast the tie-breaking vote that saved Ald. Carlo Ramirez-Rosa from a Council censure, senior mayoral adviser Jason Lee said it was not a mistake for Johnson to empower the chair of the Council’s Socialist Caucus as both floor leader and Zoning Committee chair.

Chicago Sun-Times

Ramirez-Rosa narrowly escapes City Council censure — with help from mayor and Ald. Mitts

Mayor Brandon Johnson cast the tie-breaking vote against censure of his former floor leader, accused of “manhandling” Ald. Emma Mitts while trying to prevent her entrance to Council chambers.

Chicago Sun-Times

‘Bring Chicago Home’ referendum to reduce homelessness through tax on high-end property sales clears City Council

Tuesday’s 32-17 vote is a major political victory for Mayor Brandon Johnson. Next comes a battle between Johnson’s progressive coalition and the business community and real estate industry.

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