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Solicitors consider withdrawal of services over new criminal legal aid payments

Some courts delayed as 150 solicitors meet over Department of Justice proposals

EU plans to ban Russian soldiers from bloc in fresh sanctions on Moscow

Banks, crypto firms and Kremlin oil reserves also targeted in 21st set of measures since full-scale invasion of Ukraine The EU hopes to ban Russian soldiers from entering its territory as part of further sanctions against Moscow that also target banks, crypto firms and the Kremlin’s oil revenues. Announcing the proposals on Tuesday, the European Commission president, Ursula von der Leyen, said: “We propose for the first time to ban from entry into the European Union anyone who has served in the Russian armed forces since the beginning of the war. So Europe stays off limit for anyone who has participated in the invasion of Ukraine, as simple as that.” Continue reading...

European Commission unveils proposals on 21st anti-Russian sanction package

This sanctions package will be the biggest one over the last two years

Apple is blocking its new Siri AI from EU iPhones after regulators rejected all its compliance proposals

The European Commission rejected every compliance proposal Apple offered, including a request for an 18-month exemption from interoperability rules

Japanese firms see record number of shareholder proposals from activist investors

As of Friday, institutional investors had submitted 139 proposals to 51 Japanese companies, up from 137 the previous year, according to Mitsubishi UFJ Trust and Banking.

AirAsia submits enhanced SOPs on special child seats to authorities

The airline says the proposals will better assist passengers with specialised needs.

Japanese firms field record proposals from activists at this year's shareholder meetings

Muhyiddin reaffirms Bersatu-PAS ties, says party to consider Perikatan proposals

KUALA LUMPUR, June 8 — Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin has reaffirmed Parti Pribumi Bersatu Malaysia’s commitment t...

Israeli military intercepts 2 projectiles from Lebanon

Clashes between Israel and Hezbollah have not halted, with the Lebanese militant group rejecting proposals linking a ceasefire to its disarmament.

PM Shehbaz meets interior minister ahead of Naqvi’s Iran visit

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday held a meeting with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi, during which they discussed the latter’s upcoming visit to Tehran, according to a statement from the Prime Minister’s Office (PMO). The interior minister also briefed the prime minister on his recent engagements on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) conference in Bishkek, the capital of Kyrgyzstan, the PMO added. “Consultations also took place between the prime minister and the interior minister regarding his upcoming visit to Tehran. The prime minister provided guidance related to the visit,” the statement added. A day earlier, Naqvi met his Iranian counterpart, Eskandar Momeni. The two ministers held an important meeting focusing on bilateral relations and the current regional situation. During the talks, both ministers exchanged views on Pakistan-Iran relations and recent regional developments, according to a post by the Interior Ministry. In the meeting today, a detailed exchange of views also took place on the country’s overall law and order situation and prevailing security conditions between the premier and the interior minister. The interior minister informed the prime minister about the measures being taken to maintain peace and security across the country and ensure the protection of citizens, the statement said. PM Shehbaz emphasised the need for close coordination among all relevant institutions and the adoption of a unified strategy to strengthen law and order and further enhance national security. On May 17, Naqvi landed in Tehran on a previously unannounced two-day visit, which diplomatic sources said was linked to Pakistan’s continuing efforts to revive the stalled Iran-US peace process after President Donald Trump rejected Tehran’s latest response to American proposals. Diplomatic sources in Islamabad said the unscheduled trip was part of Pakistan’s continuing shuttle diplomacy aimed at preventing the negotiations from collapsing entirely after momentum generated by earlier rounds of talks in Islamabad slowed sharply. The visit, officially framed around bilateral and border security cooperation, came as the fragile ceasefire brokered earlier through Pakistani mediation continued to hold unevenly amid intermittent tensions around the Strait of Hormuz and prolonged disruption to global energy shipping. During the visit, Naqvi met Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf. According to Iranian media, the minister’s one-on-one meeting with the president was held at the Presidential Palace and lasted around 90 minutes. Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi were also present on the occasion, the official IRNA news agency reported. Naqvi later met Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, who criticised “some regional governments” for believing that the presence of the United States would bring them security. “Recent events have shown that this presence not only fails to create security but also lays the groundwork for insecurity,” Ghalibaf was quoted as saying by IRNA. The US-Iran conflict is currently stalemated in a shaky ceasefire struck in April, which was followed by historic direct talks between the warring parties hosted by Pakistan. Though daily strikes throughout Iran and the Gulf have stopped since then, bursts of armed conflict have continued. Earlier today, tensions surged again when the US military said it struck radar sites in Iran after downing drones headed toward the strait. Shortly after, air raid sirens sounded in neighboring Gulf nations Kuwait and Bahrain — both US allies. Iran’s Revolutionary Guards said they had targeted “enemy bases in the area” with missiles in response to a US “invasion” of the country’s Sirik and Qeshm islands. The US and Iran also exchanged attacks on each other’s military targets on Monday. After the US military carried out strikes near the Strait of Hormuz, Iran responded with a missile attack on Wednesday, damaging Kuwait’s airport and resulting in casualties. Since the conflict began, Iran has repeatedly attacked targets in the Gulf region home to US military bases. Nevertheless, diplomacy has continued with Trump under pressure to reach an agreement that would lift the US and Iranian competing blockades around the Strait of Hormuz, which have choked international oil supplies and threatened the global economy with rising prices.

Talarico fails the Texas two-step

Texas Senate hopeful James Talarico is no stranger to shocking and frankly, ridiculous statements. Talarico and his campaign have been riddled with far-left talking points and policy proposals that are out of step with everyday Texans. If elected, Sen. Talarico would send Texas careening toward California levels of woke madness. Talarico has fought for the […]

MoU signed with Saudi Arabia, local partners for 140-acre Karachi waterfront development

Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and local partners have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore the development of a maritime business district on prime Karachi Port Trust’s (KPT) waterfront land, the maritime affairs ministry said on Saturday. In a statement, Maritime Affairs Minister Junaid Anwar Chaudhry said the MoU was signed between KPT, Saudi Business Council–Najd Gateway Holding Company, Arif Habib Dolmen REIT Management Limited (AHDRML), and the Pakistan Corporate Consortium. The proposed project would be built on a 140‑acre KPT site on Karachi’s MT Khan Road and is intended to transform the area into a major commercial and maritime hub, the minister said. The development is envisaged to include modern commercial infrastructure aimed at attracting investment, generating employment, and supporting urban development, he added. “This strategic collaboration is a transformative opportunity to unlock the full potential of KPT’s waterfront assets and position Pakistan as a regional hub for maritime commerce and investment,” Chaudhry was quoted as saying. The minister affirmed that all regulatory and legal requirements under the Pakistani law would be met before the project proceeds. Members of the Saudi delegation showed keen interest in broader cooperation in the maritime sector, including potential involvement in port infrastructure and related projects, he added. The minister noted that the visit was part of wider efforts by Islamabad and Riyadh to deepen economic ties and explore investment opportunities in ports, logistics, infrastructure and trade facilitation. “Subject to regulatory approvals, the development could become one of the largest waterfront commercial projects in the region,” the minister added. In November last year, the ministry had invited proposals from the business community for the development of 140 acres of KPT land, proposing a joint venture model where the port acts as a strategic partner to establish an industrial park. Chaudhry had also said the government planned to expand the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation’s (PNSC) fleet by 50 per cent. He said the PNSC’s target of 30 vessels, initially planned for three years, should now be achieved within a year.

Labour's 'deeply concerning' plans to extend new rights to unmarried couples will lead to more family breakdowns, pro-marriage campaigners warn

More than 3.5 million cohabiting couples would gain automatic rights to a share of their partner's home and finances if one of them dies under new Government proposals.

One of oil companies proposes to energy ministry to direct 30% of production to processing

The ministry’s press service has said that it supports proposals aimed at increasing the efficiency of the domestic fuel market

Burnham pledges business rate cuts for pubs, cafes and other small businesses

Greater Manchester mayor’s proposals amount to a notable criticism of Keir Starmer’s policy in the area UK politics live – latest updates Andy Burnham has proposed a 20% cut to business rates for pubs with many smaller, family-run enterprises taken out of paying the levy altogether, in his first major policy initiative during the Makerfield byelection. Burnham’s plans amount to a notable criticism of Keir Starmer’s policy in the area, with the Greater Manchester mayor saying: “Labour have got it wrong on small businesses.” Continue reading...

Unions recommend ambulance workers accept new pay proposals

It follows a 24-hour strike by the force last month over the HSE’s failure to implement the recommendations of a previous independent report.

Singapore to ease restrictions on operating new hotels, hostels in heritage precincts at Boat Quay, Beach Road

Proposals for new short-term accommodation uses in the areas were generally not allowed to avoid "over-proliferation", says the Urban Redevelopment Authority.

EAEU to know options for action on Armenia by December — Russian deputy PM

Alexey Overchuk says the heads of government of EAEU states will assess the situation and submit proposals to the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council

Russia sees no progress on settlement in Ukraine since Anchorage — Lavrov

According to the Foreign Minister, Moscow has also noted no desire to convince the Kiev regime to accept Washington's proposals

AI backlash has come for Elon Musk's massive Terafab chip factory in Texas

SpaceX has submitted proposals to build the first phase of its chipmaking moonshot, which will cost at least $55 billion, in Grimes County, Texas.