Emissions (Pollution)
A new study by researchers at Shanghai Normal University sheds light on the crucial role government attention plays in reducing carbon emissions in China. The research, supported by the Shanghai Association for Science and Technology, proposes a dual-carbon attention dictionary and measures local governments' dual-carbon attention level using textual
Civilian evacuation
The Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) has issued an advisory urging local government units (LGUs) in high-risk areas to carry out pre-emptive evacuations in anticipation of Typhoon Tino's impact. The DILG emphasized the importance of minimum critical preparedness actions, including evacuation, monitoring weather updates, disseminating
Green technology
The West Africa Energy Cooperation Summit (WAECS) is set to bring together regional government leaders, investors, and industry partners to showcase investment opportunities and regional energy integration developments in West Africa. The Summit, to be held in Accra from 2-3 December 2025, aims to mobilise finance and support deeper collaboration
Local government
Tropical Storm Tino is expected to affect the Caraga Region, prompting local government units to prepare for possible impacts. As of 11 a.m., the province of Dinagat Islands, along with Siargao Island and Bucas Grande Islands in Surigao del Norte, have been placed under Tropical Cyclone Wind Signal No.
Local government
Residents in the Caraga Region are preparing for the possible impacts of Tropical Storm (TS) Tino, which is expected to affect the area starting Monday. As of 11 a.m., the Philippine Atmospheric, Geophysical and Astronomical Services Administration (PAGASA) has placed the province of Dinagat Islands, along with Siargao Island
Local government
Ebonyi State's police have made a significant crackdown on criminal activities, leading to the death of two suspected gang members in a shootout with security operatives. The operation, conducted at the Iyonu-Idodo forest, was based on a tip-off about the gang's activities in the area. The
Local government
West Berkshire has emerged as one of the least deprived areas in England, according to recent data released by the Government. The district ranks joint lowest with several other areas, including Reading, Wokingham, Slough, Bracknell Forest, and Windsor and Maidenhead, with no deprived neighborhoods. This ranking is based on the
Climate change
A £33m aid project in Uganda aimed at helping poor farmers cope with climate change has been revealed to have instead destroyed crops and homes, leaving residents on the brink of starvation. An investigation by The Telegraph into UK International Climate Finance (ICF) spending uncovered numerous cases of alleged fraud,
Local government
Under the leadership of Chairman Engineer Akeem Olatunji, the Oluyole local government area in Oyo State has witnessed significant improvements in security and development. In an effort to put an end to cases of kidnapping, farmers/herders clashes, and other criminal activities, Olatunji's administration has strengthened security agencies
Local government
The Jigawa State government, in collaboration with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF), has commenced a three-day training program for selected Toilet Business Owners from across the 27 local government areas of the state. The program aims to guide participants on the objectives of the project, which includes
Local government
Seven kidnap suspects have been arrested in Ubeji Community, Warri South Local Government of Delta State, as authorities intensify efforts to combat the growing menace of abduction for ransom in Nigerian cities. The suspects were apprehended by police operatives attached to the Ekpan Division, Uvwie Local Government Area, following a
Emergency preparedness
Local governments in the Philippines are working with the Science and Technology department to enhance their disaster resilience and preparedness. Undersecretary for Local Government Marlo Iringan emphasized the country's vulnerability to disasters, stating that it remains one of the most disaster-prone nations in the world. The Memorandum of
