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Local government workers across Morocco have announced plans for nationwide strikes in September and October, seeking better working conditions, dialogue with the government, and resolution of pending issues such as low wages, job insecurity, and stalled career advancement. The strikes, organized by the National Federation of Territorial Collectivities and Delegated
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A growing number of University of Iowa students are turning to artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots for therapy and counseling, prompting concerns among experts about the quality of care. The increasing use of AI therapy has led to the introduction of legislation in multiple states to limit its use for therapeutic
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Nigeria is reeling from a surge in terrorist attacks and banditry, with multiple states affected in recent days. In response, the government has vowed to take decisive action, with President Tinubu directing the armed forces to review security operations and deploy advanced military hardware and surveillance equipment. Vice President Kashim
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The University of Iowa is faced with a decision to fire two employees, Drea Tinoco and Cory Lockwood, who have been involved in diversity, equity, and inclusion work. Iowa Republican lawmakers, Randy Feenstra and Taylor Collins, have called for their termination based on videos captured through hidden cameras. The UI&
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The flying of St George and Union flags across Derbyshire and the UK has sparked heated debate, with some viewing them as symbols of national pride and patriotism, while others see them as symbols of right-wing politics, prejudice, and anti-immigrant sentiment. The issue gained momentum after the launch of the
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Nigerian troops have rescued a senior officer, Major M.D. Josiah, who was kidnapped by gunmen in Bomadi Local Government, Delta State, on Monday. The rescue operation was carried out with the help of intelligence gathering and collaboration with community leaders and residents. Major Josiah was taken to a medical
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Governor Sheriff Oborevwori has taken a significant step in supporting the welfare of security personnel in Delta State by inaugurating 30 units of one-bedroom flats for officers and soldiers of the 181 Amphibious Battalion. The project, which started in 2023, is a reaffirmation of the government's commitment to
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In a historic event, the Festac First Gate Street Lights were officially commissioned, marking a significant step towards community development in Amuwo Odofin Local Government Area of Lagos State. Held under the joint leadership of Prince Lanre Sanusi, Executive Chairman of Amuwo-Odofin Local Government, and the Federal Housing Authority (FHA)
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Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has reaffirmed his commitment to upholding justice for the 13 travellers who lost their lives in a brutal attack by a mob at Mangun, Plateau State, last June. During a ground-breaking ceremony for a 6-kilometre road construction project in Unguwan Dantsoho village, Governor Sani reiterated
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Suspected bandits have kidnapped the wife and daughter of the Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) of Patigi Local Government Area of Kwara State, Alhaji Muhammad Swasun. The attack, which occurred on Sunday night, is the latest in a series of incidents in the area. Just days prior, bandits
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The Osun state local government system has been thrown into crisis, reminiscent of the era of military dictatorship, as politicians attempt to unlawfully hijack public funds. However, the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has stood tall in defense of democracy, advocating for the release of withheld LG funds
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Nigerian Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Osun State chapter, has expressed concerns about a plot by the office of the Accountant-General of the Federation (OAGF) to divert withheld local government allocations in Osun into accounts of court-sacked All Progressives Congress (APC) chairmen and councillors. The union's president,
