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The federal Conservative Leader, Pierre Poilievre, announced today that his party will vote against the government's request to spend $486.9 billion on government programs and transfers. This move will be an early test of Prime Minister Mark Carney's minority mandate, as the Liberals hold 169
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The federal government has tabled main estimates seeking $486.9-billion for government programs and transfers, a figure that Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has rejected as "totally irresponsible." The estimates represent an increase of $37.7-billion from the previous year's main estimates, and the government will need
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The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FBiH) Minister of Energy, Mining and Industry, Vedran Lakic, emphasized the importance of a recently adopted Bill on Amendments to the Law on Petroleum Products, which tightens fuel quality control and enhances inspection oversight. The changes aim to ensure safer and more environmentally friendly
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Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) and Congressman Josh Riley (NY-19) introduced the VET PFAS Act, a bipartisan legislation aimed at providing health care and disability benefits to veterans and their families who were exposed to toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) at military installations. The legislation designates PFAS exposure as a
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President Asif Ali Zardari's signing of the Islamabad Capital Territory Child Marriage Restraint Bill on Friday marks a significant milestone in Pakistan's legislative efforts to protect children's rights and eliminate underage marriages in the capital territory. The bill, which was introduced in the National
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The U.S. House of Representatives passed the "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" by a 215-214 vote, despite deep partisan divisions. The bill, a sweeping legislative package, slashes taxes, boosts border and defense spending, rolls back clean energy incentives, restricts social welfare and healthcare programs, and advances Trump-era
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Nigerian Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, has officially withdrawn the bill proposing mandatory voting for all eligible citizens due to widespread public criticism and constitutional concerns. The bill, which had co-sponsors including Daniel Ago, was intended to boost civic engagement and increase voter turnout, but it was
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Cyprus' House of Representatives has taken a landmark step towards modernizing its electoral system, passing a comprehensive reform package aimed at increasing democratic engagement, transparency, and accessibility. The reforms, which include lowering the voting age to 17, automatic voter registration, and the abolition of the traditional electoral booklet, are
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Colorado Democrats and health care providers are warning of severe consequences for patients who rely on Medicaid for insurance coverage if the federal spending bill becomes law. The bill, which passed the U.S. House of Representatives by one vote last week, would enact significant changes to Medicaid, including new
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Proposed changes to the tax and spending package in the U.S. House Republicans' bill could weaken protections for student borrowers, exacerbate the affordability crisis in higher education, and allow for-profit colleges to continue operating with minimal oversight, advocacy groups warn. The bill, now headed to the Senate, includes
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After months of debate and negotiation, the National Assembly has completed the harmonization process for the four tax reform bills. The bills, which aim to overhaul Nigeria's tax system, have been passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives and are now ready for presidential assent.
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House Republicans, led by Ohio Congressman Michael Rulli, are remaining steadfast in their commitment to significant spending cuts, despite pushback from the Senate. This stance is a crucial aspect of the America First agenda, which aims to reduce the national debt and implement reforms in various sectors, including Medicaid and
