Performance-based budgeting by focusing on ‘what works’, as opposed to whether money has been properly spent, aims to improve the quality of public spending. This study examines how successful the approach has been in the EU, looking at the multi-annual financial framework and the Recovery and Resilience Facility. The study looks, in particular, at the role of the European Parliament and how it could be enhanced, drawing on lessons from use of the approach in national settings. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

On 14 October 2024, EU legislators adopted a new directive on platform work. The directive introduces the presumption of employment – to be applied following national rules – as well as the first EU rules to regulate algorithmic management in the workplace. The new rules will apply from 2 December 2026. Platform work is an umbrella concept covering a heterogeneous group of economic activities completed through a digital platform. Platform workers' rights are not enshrined in EU labour law and this is increasingly leading to problems relating to various aspects of their work and human development. To remedy this situation, the European Commission submitted a proposal for a directive aimed at improving the working conditions of platform workers, clarifying their employment status, and establishing the first EU rules for the use of artificial intelligence in the workplace. Sixth edition of a briefing originally drafted by Monika Kiss. The 'EU Legislation in Progress' briefings are updated at key stages throughout the legislative procedure. Source : © European Union, 2025 - EP

The total price decline since the beginning of the day reached about 2%

«As for expectations, we cannot set a specific timeframe. An agreement will be reached when it is reached,» spokesperson Majed bin Mohammed al-Ansari said

The Russian president said that his country «shares the grief of those who lost their loved ones as a result of this natural disaster and wishes a speedy recovery to all those affected»

On the day of his death the founder of the National Front party was in a medical facility in Garches

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced the arrest of Punish Nunisa for an 'illegal' coal mine incident in Umrangso, where nine workers have been trapped due to flooding. Rescue operations involving the Navy, Army, and other emergency teams are ongoing to save the trapped miners.

The Supreme Court rejected the custody plea by Atul Subhash's mother for her minor grandson, stating she was a stranger to the child. It advised custody matters be handled in trial court. The child's estranged mother, granted bail in a related suicide abetment case, remains in Bengaluru.

TEHRAN – The cultural attaché of Iraq in Iran, Yasser Abdul Zahra Al-Hajjaj, has highlighted the significance of boosting academic cooperation between Iranian and Iraqi universities as an important way to enhance sustainable development.

TEHRAN –Following the outbreak of human metapneumovirus (HMPV) in China which has sparked concerns worldwide, the secretary of the association of infectious and tropical diseases experts has provided some explanations about the situation as well as current common respiratory diseases in Iran.

TEHRAN – According to Metrological Organization, average precipitation is forecast to be normal and less than normal in the next six weeks, from January 6 to February 18.

TEHRAN – Wildfires in forests and pastures have increased by 27 percent in terms of frequency, and 299 percent in terms of affected areas from the beginning of the current Iranian year (March 20, 2024) till June 21, 2024, compared to the same period in the year before.

Get the latest news on the transition to the new administration of President-elect Donald Trump and the new Congress.

The Election Commission of India announced bypoll dates for the assembly constituencies of Milkipur in Uttar Pradesh and Erode East in Tamil Nadu. Polling will be held on February 5 and votes will be counted on February 8. The vacancies were created by the resignation of Awadhesh Prasad and the demise of EVKS Elangovan.

The Supreme Court directed the plea against the Bihar Public Service Commission’s 70th Preliminary Exam to the Patna High Court instead. Allegations of a paper leak led to protests and police action, but BPSC limited cancellations to one center. Despite assurances, protests continued, resulting in violence and restrictions in Patna.

Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar condemned derogatory comments against women following BJP candidate Ramesh Bidhuri's remarks about Congress MP Priyanka Gandhi Vadra. With the Model Code of Conduct now in effect, the Election Commission promises swift action against such behavior, as the controversy intensifies ahead of Delhi elections.

A fresh controversy over the Delhi CM's residence arose as AAP leader Atishi accused the BJP-led Union government of canceling her housing allotment. Atishi claimed to be removed from her home for the second time in three months. BJP's Amit Malviya countered, asserting she never moved into the allotted residence and had been offered other accommodations.

Sharmistha Mukherjee thanked PM Modi for earmarking land for a memorial for former President Pranab Mukherjee. She expressed gratitude for the decision, highlighting that they didn't request the honor, which aligned with her father's belief that such honors should be offered, not asked for.

Russia poses a civilizational challenge to the West, which has abandoned faith and moral principles, according to Patriarch Kirill Read Full Article at RT.com

Kiev caught between Western uncertainty and Moscow’s resolve Read Full Article at RT.com

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The veteran French politician led the National Front Party (later renamed National Rally) from 1972 to 2011 Read Full Article at RT.com

Belarus’ long-time leader has taken a dig at Kiev ahead of January 26 presidential election Read Full Article at RT.com

In a historic move that has captivated the nation, Malawi’s President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera today swore in a freshly-constituted cabinet that political and economic commentators are calling “purposeful, goal-oriented, and inclusive.” The new cabinet, announced just last Wednesday evening, has already sparked widespread approval for its balanced approach, rising above political divides and demonstrating a […] The post Chakwera Swears in New Cabinet, Analysts Praise Its ‘Purposeful, Goal-Oriented’ Composition appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

In a significant legal development, former Reserve Bank of Malawi Governor and UTM president Dalitso Kabambe and eight other accused individuals have been committed to the High Court for trial, following their involvement in high-profile corruption and money laundering charges. The move is seen as part of the government’s commitment to ensuring swift and fair […] The post UTM Leader Kabambe and Co-Accused Handed Major Blow as Court Sends Corruption Case to High Court for Trial appeared first on Malawi Nyasa Times - News from Malawi about Malawi.

Pavan Kumar Moodalkatte says he has complained to the Department of Health six times in the past 16 months.

Employers found to be non-compliant with regulations under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP) can receive a monetary penalty, a ban on hiring temporary workers, or, as in the case of this B.C. winery, both. According to the government website, a permanent ban is issued only for the most serious violations under the TFWP. 

Carl Cameron's 2024 Nissan Altima started having issues four days after purchase, but months later he's still trying to return it. He's now calling for better protections for consumers and so-called 'lemon laws' to ensure car buyers have recourse for defective vehicles.

[Vanguard] The FCT Police Command said on Monday night that preliminary investigations have revealed that three men from Katsina visited the owner of the Islamic school, in Kuchibuyi village, Bwari area Council, Mallam Adamu Ashimu where an IED exploded saying it killed two of the men