The Executive Vice-Chairman of the Nigerian Communications Commission, Prof. Umar Danbatta, said the commission has so far identified 72 action points to promote indigenous content in the telecommunications sector. Danbatta revealed this in his keynote address at the third edition of the Policy Implementation Assistance Forum on the theme: “Establishing Traceable Metrics for the Development […]
Breadcrumb Links New Local News “We need to eliminate this gray area by prohibiting advisors from posting content about their positions on sites they profit from” Files: Social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter fuel confrontation in the age of COVID-19. Content of the article The City of Greater Sudbury is taking a big step […]
Sparkling establishments providing world-class user experience to customers. A safe environment where women can buy alcohol. End cartelization, poor quality alcohol and entrenched pressure groups controlling availability, finances and distribution. These are some of the promises made when Delhi adopted a new excise policy last year. Unfortunately, the promises have remained in vain. The Delhi […]
As the second edition of the Northeast India Festival takes place in Bangkok, Suchitra Durai, India’s Ambassador to Thailand spoke exclusively with Republic Television and underscored the importance of the 75th anniversary of Independence and Indo-Thai relations in order to boost tourism in the region and to showcase the cultural similarities between the two nations […]
Introduction Today’s column goes back to my original opinion on local content requirements. Five years ago, I opined that three major political priorities were apparently driving the government’s preparations for impending oil and gas extraction. These priorities were: 1) establish a sovereign wealth fund (SWF) and accordingly design a fiscal regime for the sector; 2) […]
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) rate-setting committee is expected to raise the repo rate by 25-50 basis points at the monetary policy meeting to be held from August 3-5, according to estimates from various currency managers. funds and economists. Economists and fund managers are of mixed opinion on the policy direction. Few expect […]
The ANC’s National Policy Conference was meant to engage in “major new thinking” on the back of the economic, socio-economic and fiscal issues, among others, facing the country. That’s according to policy analyst Susan Booysen, who says that in reviewing the policy discussion papers, it’s evident that no major policy shifts to address these challenges […]
Voice of Ghana Economy The African Center for Energy Policy (ACEP) has supported VOICE Ghana, a disability research and policy institute based in Ho, Volta Region, to ensure opportunities in the oil and gas sector are accessible to people. People with Disabilities. The support, which amounts to US$50,000 from ACEP’s Extractive Industries and Climate Change […]
New Delhi, July 30 (IANS): With Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena giving the go-ahead for a CBI investigation into the Delhi government’s revamped excise policy and ordering the Chief Secretary to submit a report on the role of officers in its implementation implemented, immediately sparked a new round of continuous brawls between the ruling AAP […]
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One Hundred Years of Irish Language Policy 1922-2022 Author: John Walsh ISBN-13: 978-1789978926 Editor: Peter Lang Guide price: 30 € It seems extraordinary that this is the first in-depth study of Irish language policy since the founding of the Irish Free State in 1922. Given that Irish has been taught with varying degrees of enthusiasm […]
National education policy guarantees greater freedom for young people to decide their future: PM Narendra Modi Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday that the new national education policy guarantees greater freedom for young people to make decisions based on changing situations. “You would have already built a future for yourself in your mind so […]
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House passed legislation on Friday relaunch the ban on certain semi-automatic weaponsthe first vote of its kind in years and a direct response to the firearms often used in the crushing of mass shootings tearing communities apart nationwide. Once banned in the United States, high-powered firearms are now widely accused of […]
In the second quarter earnings report released July 28Royal Caribbean Group CEO Jason Liberty said the company plans to remove testing requirements for vaccinated customers by August 8 for all of its cruise brands on shorter sailings. The company may be considering removing vaccinations as a requirement for cruising as well, moving to the point […]
Meta asked its oversight board whether its existing policy on removing COVID-19 misinformation – “introduced in extraordinary circumstances at the start of the pandemic” – should be updated to reduce penalties for violations. . Moving, announced tuesdayis part of the company’s ongoing efforts to strike a balance between free speech and public safety. The 23 […]
The Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) expects to receive certification as World Health Organization (WLA) Listed Authorities by the end of this year. The Department of Food and Drug Safety is seeking to be listed as a World Health Organization (WLA) authority this year. WLA is a […]
The Punjab cabinet on Thursday gave its approval to the custom milling policy for the 2022-23 kharif season under which government agencies, such as Food Corporation si India, will be able to procure paddy after processing the harvest in rice mills. The cabinet, which convened under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann, approved “Punjab’s […]
Clarifying a section of Obamacare would negatively impact Catholic health care, the Prelates say. Catholic health ministries serve everyone, regardless of race, gender, belief system, or any other characteristic. So say four leading bishops of the Catholic Church in the United States. The four, who chair the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) committees […]
To concentrate Associated Press – July 20 The US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) on Wednesday rescinded a Trump administration policy weakening the agency’s authority to identify lands and waters where declining animals and plants could benefit from government protection. A previous policy measure prevented the USFWS from designating areas as critical habitat if there […]
washington d.c. – Today, U.S. Representative Mike Kelly (PA-16) voted in favor of HR 4040, the Advancing Telehealth Beyond COVID-19 Act. The bill passed the United States House of Representatives by a vote of 416 to 12. This bill contains language identical to Rep. Kelly’s legislation, HR 8491which he presented alongside Representatives Brett Guthrie (KY-2) […]
The app landscape is constantly changing and with it, app market owners must adapt their policies to keep pace. Google today announced a ton of Google Play Store policies that will be enacted over the next few months, ranging from minor to quite significant. Some changes will only really be noticed by developers, but some, […]
By Katy St. Clair Acting Seaside Police Chief Nick Borges announced that his department will adopt a progressive and targeted policy to honor those killed at Seaside by rigorously investigating cold cases. Titled “Policy 601”, it states that cold cases are a priority and establishes guidelines and requirements for monitoring them. Policy requires a sergeant […]
Reality: Canada’s population is aging rapidly, which will put additional pressure on Canada’s health care workforce and system. Fact: Canada’s fertility rate hit a record low in 2020 at 1.40 children per woman. Fact: Immigration, not fertility, drove Canada’s population growth between 2016 and 2021 according to Statistics Canada’s 2021 Census results. When you add […]
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Smoke billowing from a chimney is pictured in Glasgow, Scotland, Britain November 6, 2021. REUTERS/Yves Herman Join now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register 75% of sovereign wealth funds have a policy, compared to 46% in 2017 30% have set a carbon emissions target More inclined to support “impact” investment projects LONDON, July 27 […]
Days after the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) cleared general insurance companies to issue certain technology concepts for Motor Own Damage (OD), Go Digit General Insurance, backed by Indian cricketer Virat Kohli, launched the launch of “Pay as you Drive”. (PAYD) add-on functionality for Own Damage (OD) car insurance policies. The company […]
Criticism of the strategy: Campaspe Shire councilor John Zobec stood alone when he voted against adopting the council’s environmental strategy, suggesting the wording of the document was too alarmist. Photo: supplied. Photo by file The Campaspe Shire Council’s environmental strategy has been criticized by Kyabram councilor John Zobec for its alarmist nature and lack of […]
The Governor of the Central Bank of the Philippines has shared his policy on cryptocurrency regulation. “I don’t want it banned,” he said, advising investors not to invest money they can’t afford to lose in crypto. Governor of the Central Bank of the Philippines on Crypto Regulation Felipe Medalla, the governor of the Bangko Sentral […]
Polk County Public Schools Superintendent Frederick Heid will brief school board members Tuesday during an afternoon business session on the implementation of a new policy that addresses 16 books of a conservative group deemed “pornographic” or “age inappropriate” earlier this year. Heid will present on new procedures, a hybrid membership option for all 16 books, […]
Affordable housing is a rare find in Silicon Valley, but a policy could make it more accessible – if it ever comes to city council. The Community Opportunity to Purchase Act, or COPA, is a policy that would give qualified nonprofits the right to bid on residential property and maintain more affordable housing in the […]
Since the Supreme Court ruling Dobbs decision that overturned the constitutional right to abortion, several states enacted laws prohibiting or restricting women from having abortions. Judge Samuel Alito, writing for the majority of the court in Dobbs, predicted that states would adopt new policies regarding abortion rights. States, he argued, would better represent their constituents’ […]
When Joe Manchin announced an abrupt end to Senate negotiations last week on major climate legislation, activists and even fellow Democrats have expressed outrage at the West Virginia lawmaker. Manchin was attacked as a “modern-day villain” who had spoken “nothing less than a death sentence” on a rapidly warming planet. However, some Democratic leaders, including […]
July 25, 2022July 25, 2022128 The Federal Government, in collaboration with key stakeholders, is developing a policy framework for the development of Health Industries Corporation of Nigeria (HICON). This is to deepen support for the pharmaceutical and medical industries. Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, Hajia Mariam Katagum revealed […]
The Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), said the loss of revenue from the oil and gas sector, which has remained the main driver of the economy over the years, is pushing the national economy to the brink. MAN said these policies and the evident lack of commitment to implement key policy initiatives in the sector […]
Officials at Santa Clara County’s largest water supplier are on the defensive after a whistleblower publicly accused the agency of retaliating against unvaccinated employees for COVID-19. An anonymous whistleblower calling himself “John Public” commented at a June 28 Valley Water meeting and posted a video on YouTube, which is no longer available, claiming the district’s […]
House ” IANS Special Series » J’khand launches new policy to revive state’s tourism sector New Delhi, July 24 (SocialNews.XYZ) Launching the Jharkhand Tourism Policy 2021 on Saturday, Chief Minister Hemant Soren said the policy aims to revive, renew and revamp the state’s tourism sector, and provide a different dimension and perspective on the how […]
New Jersey, United States – The Policy Management Software Market research guides new entrants to get accurate market data and communicates with customers to learn about their needs and preferences. He identifies direct business opportunities and helps bring new products to market. It identifies opportunities in the market. It aims to make changes in the […]
It is unclear whether President Museveni will sign the National Insurance Bill into law, but researchers have dug in and called for more action, writes Derrick Kiyonga As Ugandans waited for President Museveni to pass the National Health Insurance Bill passed by parliament in 2021, researchers from Makerere University School of Public Health (MakSPH) weighed […]
On Friday, Delhi Lieutenant Governor VK Saxena recommended a CBI investigation into the Delhi Excise Policy 2021-22 for alleged rule violations and procedural lapses. The LG found “substantial evidence” of “financial quid pro quo” at the “highest political level” where the Minister of Excise “made and enforced important decisions in breach of statutory provisions” and […]
Parents and guardians whose children attend Hamilton County schools will now be the only ones who can file formal complaints about books and other materials. The new policy, adopted at Thursday’s board meeting, states that a person must have standing to complain to the district, which means they must legally care for a child who […]
Remittances from foreign migrants have been a crucial element in keeping Nepal’s economy afloat. With a 24.1% contribution to the national economy in 2020, remittances have had a Dutch disease effect on the national economy. The looming economic crisis in Nepal, as predicted by economic analysts, is likely to prompt the country to re-evaluate the […]
The Delhi government’s policy on alcohol has faced stiff opposition since it was announced. While the AAP government argues it would end the alcohol mafia, the BJP has accused it of allowing liquor stores near schools and places of worship. What is Delhi’s alcohol policy? Proposed in 2020, it came into effect in November 2021. […]
Some thoughts on land policy – OPINION | Policyweb OPINION Some thoughts on land policy Terence Corrigan | July 22, 2022 Terence Corrigan responds to Tembeka Ngcukaitobi’s article on ‘The Freedom Charter and the Land Question’ The Freedom Charter retains an intense emotional grip on many South Africans, often presented as something of an arbiter […]
DARIEN — In the latest attempt to maintain local control over zoning, city officials said they plan to back out of a state policy that legalizes all so-called “grandma’s apartments.” » or second homes built on single-family homes to increase the housing stock. The state passed legislation in 2021 that broadly allows cities to build […]
The State Capture Commission, which President Ramaphosa has previously claimed to support, found that deployment of frames facilitated state capture through the appointment of docile individuals to powerful positions in state entities. Yet now he is clearly determined to defy the Zondo report in order to protect the deployment of ANC cadres – the very […]
FG to formulate a policy framework for the development of health industries The Federal Government is working with key stakeholders to formulate a policy framework for the development of the Health Industries Corporation of Nigeria (HICON). Ambassador Mariam Katagum, Minister of State for Industry, Trade and Investment, said so in a statement issued Thursday in […]
The Supreme Court on Thursday denied a Biden administration request to reinstate a Department of Homeland Security (DHS) immigration enforcement policy that had been blocked by a lower court, as judges scheduled the case for oral arguments in December. The court’s vote was 5-4, with four members – liberal justices Sonia Sotomayor, Ketanji Brown Jackson […]
Hello. Liz Trussthe Foreign Secretary, is now the favorite in the contest to be the next Conservative leader and Prime Minister and she has just given her first real campaign broadcast interview, to Nick Robinson on the Today programme. The main divide between Truss and Rishi Sunak, the former chancellor and the only other remaining […]
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A chart displays the Brazilian Real-US dollar and other exchange rates in Sao Paulo, Brazil March 16, 2020 REUTERS/Rahel Patrasso Join now for FREE unlimited access to Reuters.com Register BRASILIA, July 21 (Reuters) – Economic advisers to Brazil’s top presidential candidate are drawing up plans for a more aggressive foreign exchange policy, including more market […]
A breakdown in stock distribution will breathe fresh blood into Australian bulls. The dovish stance adopted by the BOJ weakened the yen against the antipodes. The RSI (14) is trying to break into the bullish range from 60.00 to 80.00. AUD/JPY reversed in a narrow range of 95.43 to 95.57 after a firmer rebound from […]
In 2016, 40 years after it was originally passed in 1976, Congress dramatically amended the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) by passing the Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21st Century Act. These changes triggered an unprecedented and sustained scientific review of chemicals in commerce by the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxic Substances […]
The recent decision by the GST Board to levy 5% GST on rent for hospital rooms costing more than Rs 5,000 per day raises doubts in the minds of health insurance policyholders as the cost of hospitalization has become more expensive. Will insurance policyholders have to bear the burden of the GST increase? Can it […]
According to an investigative report released Wednesday by a congressional oversight committee, Trump officials attempted to add a citizenship question to the 2020 census. The report offers something of a smoking gun — a secret memo the committee obtained after a two-year legal battle showing that a senior Trump appointee in the Commerce Department explored […]
“Labour will deliver a First Nations foreign policy that incorporates the voices and practices of the world’s oldest continuous culture into the way we speak to the world and into the work of Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade“, pledged to the current Australian Foreign Minister, Penny Wong during a pre-election speech in May. Now, […]
The End of Privilege: A Reexamination of the U.S. Net Foreign Position A country’s net international position measures the value of all assets that residents own abroad minus the value of assets that foreigners own in the country. This is an important statistic because all other things being equal, a higher net international position means […]
By Angela Green, Content Manager, H&C News: A report reveals that the government’s food policy and the UK food system are completely broken. 32% of all food and non-alcoholic beverage ads are still invested in promoting unhealthy foods The 2022 Broken Plate Report released yesterday by The Food Foundation reveals like never before the dangerous […]
Political polarization is worse than ever; never in modern politics have left and right been so far apart. Apparently, every topic is a political battleground; topics that previously enjoyed a banal consensus – as if we should have police departments or how many genres are there are – are now fervent rallying points. The most […]
8 minute read36 minutes The Conservative leadership race was remarkable not for what the candidates said, but for what they did not say. Britain has been stuck in a low growth trap for 10 years, facing a recession, approaching an inflationary storm, and no one has a clear economic vision to fix it. What emerged […]
Andreas Diemer, Simona Iammarino, Andrés Rodríguez-Pose, Michael Storper July 19, 2022 Long-term regional economic stagnation at different levels of development is becoming the norm in many parts of Europe (European Commission 2017, 2022). Poor economic performance, lack of employment opportunities and loss of competitiveness are causing social and political resentment towards what is increasingly seen […]
The Secretary of State has certified the results of the June 2022 primary. This primary marks the tenth anniversary of two significant California electoral reforms. The first is the Citizens Redistricting Commission (CRC), an independent panel of ordinary citizens that redraws California’s representative districts after each decennial census. The second is the Top Two, an […]
Indonesia has made several policy interventions to stabilize the price of cooking oil and address the causes of a gap between supply and demand for crude palm oil (CPO). Yet short-term policy interventions created more problems than they solved, failing to allocate resources for optimal use in the economy. Indonesia has been facing a cooking […]
The writer is founder of the Center for China and Globalization While China’s zero Covid policy has been remarkably successful in containing the virus and keeping death rates to a fraction of those seen in the US and UK, it has also profoundly affected the country’s economy. In particular, the impact on China’s global talent […]
By initiating the rate hikes, the RBI can cement the credibility of its monetary policy intent and action as it combats supply-driven inflation on the one hand and also contains the negative impact on growth, according to one article. The document was drafted by three RBI analysts, including Deputy Governor Michael […]
Liz Truss has pledged to bring about the biggest economic change the UK has seen in 30 years in her bid to become the next prime minister. The foreign minister said she wanted a “bold new approach” to tackle the economic crisis facing the country. During the leadership campaign, Ms Truss pledged a radical overhaul […]
All the candidates, including Mr Sunak, are now promising supply-side reforms – a staple of Ms Truss’ speech in 2019 and now. So, how does it differ from its rivals on its economic offer? “It’s not a new position for me on tax cuts. I opposed the rise of National Insurance in Cabinet – I […]
CBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele July 16 (THEWILL) – About a week away from the bi-monthly session of the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele has hinted at key considerations that would influence the rate- decision of the body responsible for stimulating the economy. In line with […]
A comprehensive set of macroeconomic policy measures for the implementation of China’s climate change mitigation strategy Author/Editor: John Castle; Wenji Chen; Florence Jaumotte; Karlygash Zhunussova Publication date: July 15, 2022 Electronic access: Free download. Use the free Adobe Acrobat Reader software to view this PDF file […]
By Chinwendu Obienyi Central The Bank’s Governor, Godwin Emefiele, said the apex bank is working to improve monetary policies suited to the current realities of the Nigerian economy. Emefiele said the effectiveness of the CBN’s monetary policy initiatives over the past few years had been hampered by the global financial crisis, including the COVID-19 pandemic, […]
CLARKSBURG, W.Va. (WBOY) — West Virginia organizations are expressing varying degrees of support as Sen. Joe Manchin (D, WV) announced he would not support a federal economic package that raises taxes and includes climatic arrangements. The West Virginia Climate Alliance and the West Virginia Coal Association have both released statements, which show the polarized views […]
Insurance is more of an investment than an expense, and one can benefit from insurance in many ways. Insurance has been around for a long time and there are top life insurance companies that are over 100 years old. There are different types of insurance, and life insurance is one of the most popular types […]
US policy on Chinese technology and chips – SupChina Jump straight to content Search any company based in China Search any company based in ChinaZZZTaobao software (China)Shenyang Xing Yuan Dong Automotive ComponentBeijing Huapin Borui Network TechnologyBaijiahulianBeijing RYB Children’s Education Technology DevelopmentTencent Music Entertainment (Shenzhen)Guangzhou Netease Computer SystemsCafe Luckin (Beijing)Dongfeng Motor CorporationCCACChinese State Construction Engineering (Group)Beijing […]
The National Optometric Association called for proper implementation of the National Eye Health Policy and the report of the National Eye Health Committee established by the federal government to oversee equitable access to quality eye care services in the country. The association said if implemented well, the policy would strengthen Nigeria’s health system towards achieving […]
[author: Katie Trial] With the rise of TCPA Class Actions and Telemarketing, many companies wonder if they are fully compliant and following federal regulations regarding telemarketing policies. If your business uses phone calls or text messages for marketing purposes, you probably need to have a do not call policy or “DNC policy”. In this article, […]
Proposed Amendments to the Helium and Associated Gas Disposal Enforcement Policy for Southeast Saskatchewan | Public mobilization | Government of Saskatchewan […]
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ANCHORAGE, Alaska (KTUU) — The Alaska Legislature is debating whether to implement a new social media outlet for lawmakers and what it should look like. The current policy, which was written and implemented in 2011, would be deprecated. It includes recommendations for lawmakers to avoid using “inappropriate language” and correct mistakes on posts as quickly […]
July 14, 2022 HONG KONG – Thailand has been urged to introduce clearer regulations on the use of cannabis following the government’s decision to legalize the cultivation and consumption of the drug for food and drink. Following the country’s decision on June 9 to become the first in Asia to decriminalize marijuana, some experts called […]
References Andersson, Fredrik, Harry J. Holzer, and Julia I. Lane. 2003. Advancement of workers in the low-wage labor market: the importance of “good jobs”. Brookings Institution. Bailey, Keith A. and James R. Spletzer. 2021. “A new measure of multiple jobholding in the US economy.” US Census Bureau Working Paper 20–26, Center for Economic Studies. Bailey, […]
NASSAU, BAHAMAS — The government will undertake a review of the various incentive acts and duty exemption schemes and their use, with the aim of streamlining the system and improving its efficiency. The draft National Trade Policy Document noted that the government maintains various support programs for Bahamian businesses. These schemes include, but are not […]
To deal with its energy crisis, Australia could protect its energy market from global disruptions, facilitate fuel switching, invest in storage and protect consumers, writes Roc Shi. On June 15 this year, the Australian Energy Market Operation (AEMO) made history by suspended the national electricity market (NMS). He explained that price caps in the market, […]
First interim dividend planned as part of the results for the first half of 2022 HONG KONG, July 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of ESR Group Limited (“ESR” or the “Company”, together with its subsidiaries as a “Group”; stock code SEHK: 1821), the largest asset manager real estate of APAC powered by […]
America has seen five waves since the start of the pandemic. The March-April 2020 pandemic recession was a different creature from previous post-World War II recessions: different in cause, duration, depth, and the types of social and economic changes that occurred. The appropriate economic policy response was also different. Instead of the standard anti-recession policy […]
After getting a lucrative job as a civil servant and providing a reference to the name of the famous Assassin’s Creed video The game’s heroine Layla Hassan, a fraudster, allegedly stole $25,000 in salary. In her spare time, 32-year-old Angelica Stoichkov has worked as a policy and communications officer for the General Board of Chiropractic […]
The Martha’s Vineyard Land Bank board voted unanimously to accept a draft regional spending policy at a meeting Monday afternoon. Commission President Pamela Goff said the draft policy will not come into effect until at least a second reading of the draft policy has been completed. Land Bank Chief Executive James Lengyel said the second […]
WESTMINSTER, Colo., July 12 10, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ZimVie Inc. (Nasdaq: ZIMV), a global life sciences leader in the dental and spine markets, today announced that Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), a subsidiary/operating company of Elevance Health, issued an affirmative medical policy ruling applicable to anterior vertebral body tethering (AVBT), effective July 6, […]
Last week, Reuters reported that more than 5 million barrels of oil from Strategic Petroleum Reserves had been exported to Europe and Asia, “even as U.S. gasoline and diesel prices hit record lows. record highs”. This oil was sent to the Netherlands, India and China, Reuters reported. According to U.S. Customs data, Phillips 66 also […]
July 11, 2022 Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney PC To print this article, all you need to do is be registered or log in to Mondaq.com. Each fiscal year, a draft tax code accompanies the general credit law. The tax code provides instructions on how funds should be specifically spent. This year’s bill, HB. 1421 (Thomas, […]
Seplat, Mobile BY EMEKA EJERE The increasing rate of divestment by international oil companies (IOCs) from the Nigerian oil and gas sector poses a threat that has prompted the federal government to strategize on how to save the sector from collapse, the findings showed. The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) said over the weekend […]
New Kinnesha George 17 minutes ago Health Secretary Dr Faith BYisrael. Photo courtesy THA THA Secretary of Health, Welfare and Social Production, Dr Faith BYisrael, said new plans for the distribution of food cards in Tobago were in the works. During Friday’s virtual post-Executive Council press conference, BYisrael said there was a new policy on […]
I am 30 years old and I plan to take out health insurance from ₹5 lakh blanket. I originally planned to buy the font from a web aggregator. However, a broker has now offered a lower premium for the same plan. Is it right to buy policy from a broker? -Name masked on request Brokers […]
You would think that after hitting a national gasoline price of $5 a gallon and gutting domestic oil and gas producers, America’s environmental extremists would be thrilled and emboldened. But President Joe Biden’s energy policy is so inconsistent that even Green New Deal socialists are frustrated, according to Politico report Zack Colman. “Climate advocates who […]
WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden has taken office with the goal of reshaping U.S. foreign policy in the Middle East, with an emphasis on promoting democracy and human rights. In fact, he has struggled on multiple fronts to meaningfully separate his approach from that of former President Donald Trump. Biden’s visit to the region this […]
New Jersey, United States — (SBWIRE) — 09/07/2022 – Latest published study on Global Life Insurance Policy Administration Systems Market by WADA Research assesses market size, trend and forecast to 2027. Life Insurance Policy Administration Systems Market study covers significant research data and proves that it is a a handy reference document for managers, analysts, […]
Farm storage bins. Photo by Mike Staton, Michigan State University The 1981 Farm Bill made a policy error that could inform the next Farm Bill. He raised support prices on the assumption that high commodity prices and high inflation would continue in the future. Instead, both declined as demand for agricultural products weakened and the […]
By Natalia GurushinaChief Economist, Emerging Markets Fixed Income Emerging markets continue to offer bold policy moves, but not all of them are positive (like the oversized rate hike in Hungary). Poland’s below-consensus policy rate hike puts it further behind the curve. Increase in EM tariffs The morning title on the Central Bank of the Philippines […]
green leaf123 The Macao SAR government has order the closure of all commercial and industrial businesses for next week with limited exceptions for essential services. The decision was made after 71 new cases of COVID were reported locally to bring the total number of positive cases in the last outbreak since June 18 at 1,374. […]
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), under the auspices of Growth Initiatives for Budget Transparency (GIFT) Nigeria, have launched a Guidance Note to interrogate the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) 2021. Last year, President Muhammadu Buhari sign the Petroleum Industry Bill (PIB) 2021 into law. The Petroleum Industry Act provides a legal, governance, regulatory and fiscal framework for […]
The term Web3 or Web 3.0 refers to mobile applications or Internet services developed using a decentralized technology called blockchain. | Representative picture Web 3.0 is not just about cryptography. And Web 3.0 is not UPI. They are totally different products/concepts. A recently popular quote from a tech leader in a business magazine has gone […]
PTI, July 9, 2022, 09:49 IST Doha: Alcoholic beer should be sold at World Cup stadiums in Qatar, but fans could be allowed to take only non-alcoholic drinks instead. FIFA and Qatar organizers are still working on plans to serve any fans who want to drink at games when the tournament begins in November in […]
GREENSBORO — A regalo of Pastores por la paz. Large duffel bags are adorned with this message – which stands for “a gift from pastors for peace”. A sports bag with this message also signifies the start of another Pastors for Peace mission in Cuba. The New York-based organization calls it a “friendship caravan.” For […]
After 12 years of failed attempts, Pennsylvania state legislators have passed regulations that will reduce fertilizer use on lawns, golf courses, parks, sports fields and other landscaped areas. Both branches of the state legislature easily passed the bipartisan measure called the Lawn Fertilizer Bill on July 6. She now returns to Governor Tom Wolf for […]
Medicare’s proposed 2023 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) proposes changes to telehealth policies, treatment for opioid use disorder, and dental services, as well as a limited use plan fee-for-service funds to meet social needs. In addition, the proposed rule would expand opioid treatment and recovery services, including an offer for broader use of mobile units, such […]
The national solar energy policy will be announced on August 1, after approval by the Common Interests Council (CCI), according to an energy task force meeting. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif chaired a meeting of the energy working group which was briefed on steps taken to promote solar energy. Renewable solar energy is an inexpensive and […]