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fromNextgov.com
1 day ago

Microsoft expands Copilot agentic tools in government clouds

The Researcher and Analyst agentic capabilities, along with Microsoft's Agent Builder and Copilot Studio publishing, are available for workflows in Government Community Cloud, Government Community Cloud‐High and the Department of Defense cloud.
Roam Research
#journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago
UK politics

Billionaire hedge fund manager donates 190m to Cambridge University

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, while Chris Rokos makes a historic donation to establish the Rokos School of Government.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
UK news

Person goes overboard on UK ferry with major search operation underway

The Independent is committed to quality journalism accessible to all without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Billionaire hedge fund manager donates 190m to Cambridge University

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, while Chris Rokos makes a historic donation to establish the Rokos School of Government.
Washington DC
fromEsquire
4 days ago

The White House Ballroom Is Already a Monstrous Disaster

Experts warn that the rushed construction plans for the president's new ballroom could lead to significant design flaws and architectural issues.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

UK government lacks ambition to fight tax fraud, says PAC | Computer Weekly

The UK's PAC criticizes the government for failing to modernize technology to combat tax fraud and error, costing taxpayers billions annually.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

The Guardian view on a recovering NHS: public confidence has risen, but not enough | Editorial

Public satisfaction with the NHS has increased for the first time since 2019, despite ongoing challenges.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Far-fetched to think McSweeney faked phone theft, says PM

The prime minister defends the theft of his phone, dismissing claims it was faked amid concerns over lost messages related to Lord Mandelson's appointment.
Public health
fromEsquire
1 week ago

The CDC, Once the World's Most Important Public Health Organization, Is Now the Church of Medical Woo-Woo

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has significantly damaged the CDC since his confirmation, leading to mass resignations and a decline in public health effectiveness.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Morgan McSweeney did not disclose his No 10 job in phone theft 999 call, transcript shows

Morgan McSweeney reported his government phone stolen but did not disclose his position as chief of staff during the call to police.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

No party is fighting for agriculture's vote. Here's why

Mark Carney's first year as Prime Minister shows mixed results in agriculture policy, with some progress but ongoing dissatisfaction among farmers.
Fundraising
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Which Grant Management Tools Are Best for Government Agencies?

Cloud-based grant management software helps government agencies organize workflows, track metrics, run reports, improve recordkeeping, and support implementation through configurable products and vendor support.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Between Grok and a hard place: Taoiseach Micheal Martin under pressure to hold golden tech goose to account

Government relationship with Big Tech became central on the Dáil's first day, highlighted by X's European headquarters located within half a kilometre of Leinster House.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Government data stolen in hack, minister confirms

Government data was stolen in a hack; officials closed the vulnerability, an investigation is ongoing, the perpetrator remains unknown, and individual risk is assessed as fairly low.
#cybersecurity
fromFuturism
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

An Unknown Entity Has Voice Cloned the Secretary of State and Is Calling High Level Officials

fromFuturism
8 months ago
Privacy professionals

An Unknown Entity Has Voice Cloned the Secretary of State and Is Calling High Level Officials

US politics
fromFast Company
3 months ago

The goverment is vibe coding now

Figma Make is now available to government users, enabling AI-powered vibe coding prototyping to accelerate federal digital service design.
E-Commerce
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Brendan O'Connor: Don't spend too much on Black Friday deals, says the State that paid 750,000 for '14 steps and a ramp'

Government operates in a perpetual Black Friday mindset while blaming the public for impulsive spending and scams.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

San Jose employees, meet your new chatbot assistant? City eyes expansion of AI

San Jose's latest foray into virtual agents builds on gains the city's made with its multiple successful artificial intelligence pilots and programs aimed at enhancing employees' skills. The city has solicited proposals for a generative AI platform that would allow employees to reduce some repetitive and administrative aspects of their jobs such as writing reports, analyzing data, summarizing documents and supporting software development and instead focus on higher order tasks.
Artificial intelligence
#ai
France news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago

Mali's military arrests generals, suspected French agent in overthrow plot

Authorities in Mali have arrested military personnel and civilians suspected of plotting to destabilize the country's institutions.
California
fromCapradio
7 months ago

Audit finds California can save hundreds of millions if state workers stay remote

California could save $225 million annually if more state employees worked from home three days a week.
#serbia
US news
fromwww.npr.org
7 months ago

Haiti inaugurates new leadership as gangs threaten to overthrow the government

A businessman heads Haiti's transitional presidential council amid severe gang control and threats to government stability.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago

Ministers tried to block publication of financial interests form

Cabinet Office incurred over 30,000 in legal costs to block the public release of ministers' financial interest questionnaire.
#artificial-intelligence
fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

US adds OpenAI, Google and Anthropic to list of approved AI vendors for federal agencies | TechCrunch

fromTechCrunch
7 months ago
Artificial intelligence

US adds OpenAI, Google and Anthropic to list of approved AI vendors for federal agencies | TechCrunch

fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Yvette Cooper says crammed' small boats using shallow water launches behind rise in arrival numbers UK politics live

Yvette Cooper stated that official guidance should change to allow the police to disclose the ethnicity or immigration status of criminal suspects.
UK politics
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
7 months ago

Israel court halts government's firing of attorney general investigating PM

High Court temporarily freezes the government's attempt to dismiss Attorney General Gali Baharav-Miara amid tensions over Prime Minister Netanyahu's corruption trial.
#ukraine
Miscellaneous
fromwww.thelocal.es
8 months ago

Spain's MPs reject law aimed at preventing another major blackout

Spanish lawmakers rejected a proposed law to prevent future power outages, marking a defeat for Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez's government.
#kenya
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
8 months ago

Who is in charge? The prime minister's authority is in question again

Authority in the government faces challenges, particularly with internal dissent and external pressures.
Digital life
fromZDNET
8 months ago

Linux has over 6% of the desktop market? Yes, you read that right - here's how

Linux desktop usage is surging, reaching notable percentages among US government website visitors.
#rte
fromIndependent
8 months ago
US politics

Half of reforms RTE told to implement in wake of Ryan Tubridy payments scandal are delayed, report finds

fromIndependent
8 months ago
Miscellaneous

Half of reforms RTE told to implement in wake of Ryan Tubridy payments scandal are delayed, report finds

fromIndependent
8 months ago
US politics

Half of reforms RTE told to implement in wake of Ryan Tubridy payments scandal are delayed, report finds

fromIndependent
8 months ago
Miscellaneous

Half of reforms RTE told to implement in wake of Ryan Tubridy payments scandal are delayed, report finds

fromThe Mercury News
8 months ago

Letters: Accountability, compassion keys to state's homeless agency

California has spent enormous resources to expand the state's housing supply and lower costs, but pouring money into projects without rigorous oversight or performance metrics undermines genuine progress towards housing accessibility.
California
fromwww.npr.org
8 months ago

Planet Money Summer School tackles political economy

What role can or should the government play in shaping the economy? The season explores the balance between free market principles and government intervention.
US news
Women
fromIndependent
8 months ago

'I didn't have any supports when I went through miscarriage' - senator disappointed after Government stalls pregnancy loss bill

Nicole Ryan highlighted legal shortcomings around miscarriage in the Seanad while sharing her baby scan.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Treasury minister says headline' rate of income tax won't go up, in hint thresholds might be frozen in budget UK politics live

The government is focusing on the £500m Better Futures fund amidst ambiguity concerning Labour's tax commitments.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
8 months ago

Simon Harris interview: 'I do the supermarket shop - I get it. But I can't say I'm part of the squeezed middle'

A budget aimed at easing the cost of living is promised to reposition Fine Gael.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
8 months ago

S.F. is finally culling commissions. But first cut only targets 'inactive' bodies.

A task force will vote to eliminate 34 inactive city commissions as part of a streamlining process.
fromHubspot
6 months ago

7 best CRM software for government agencies

Government organizations require sophisticated tools to manage complex stakeholder relationships while adhering to strict compliance requirements.
Digital life
#elon-musk
Cryptocurrency
fromBusiness Insider
10 months ago

Elon Musk says he didn't always agree with everything the Trump administration did

Elon Musk is leaving the Trump administration due to differences in opinion, particularly regarding fiscal policies.
fromtherealdeal.com
8 months ago

LA area notches more federal leases canceled outside DC

"Los Angeles leads the country in federal office spaces lost to canceled leases, with more than 70,000 square feet canceled this year by the General Services Administration."
LA real estate
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

Russia's former transport minister dies from gunshot wound hours after sacking

Roman Starovoit, the ex-transport minister, was found dead from a gunshot wound shortly after being dismissed by President Putin. Investigators stated he appeared to have killed himself.
US politics
#politics
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
9 months ago

There's a Darker Purpose Behind Trump's Latest Law Enforcement Against Political Foes

Senator Alex Padilla's arrest during a press conference raises alarming questions about government treatment of dissent and marginalized individuals.
US politics
fromThe Verge
8 months ago

Some patriotic reflections on Independence Day

The Declaration of Independence proclaimed unalienable rights, justifying rebellion against tyranny.
#legislation
fromStreetsblog
9 months ago

Thursday's Headlines: Just the News Edition - Streetsblog New York City

DMV examiners allegedly gave out licenses for cash bribes, raising significant concerns about the integrity of the licensing process.
NYC politics
US politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 months ago

Pro-Palestine demonstrators hit out as MPs debate Palestine Action ban

Pro-Palestine demonstrators accuse the government of hypocrisy regarding their anti-terror ban on Palestine Action amid escalating tensions.
California
fromSacramento Bee
9 months ago

CA state workers savor return-to-office relief, even if it was last minute

Most state workers can continue telework instead of returning full-time to the office due to negotiations for budget savings.
Toronto
fromwww.dw.com
9 months ago

Togo: Rights groups report several killed in demonstrations DW 07/01/2025

Anti-government protests in Togo resulted in several fatalities and allegations of security force violence.
Public health
fromwww.npr.org
9 months ago

The White House took down the nation's top climate report. You can still find it here

The National Climate Assessment website has been taken down, hindering access to critical information on climate change impacts in the U.S.
#education
fromHackernoon
5 years ago

These Algorithms Were Meant to Improve the Human Condition: They Failed | HackerNoon

"A new term, Waldsterben (forest death), entered the German vocabulary to describe the worst cases."
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

They didn't think we'd have the guts': How Labour rebels forced the government's welfare U-turn

"The narrative will depend on who you ask. But a common thread, even among some in No 10, is the idea of a government worryingly disconnected from its own MPs."
UK politics
Science
fromFlowingData
9 months ago

Harvard's $2.6b of grants canceled by the government

The cancellation of over 900 federal grants threatens the existing model of government-funded research in the U.S.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
9 months ago

Editorial: Removal of Sheriff Corpus rife with secrecy, lacks due process

The removal process for Sheriff Christina Corpus undermines transparency and due process, as supervisors act as prosecutor and judge.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

The Guardian view on Labour's welfare revolt: ministers should take MPs more seriously | Editorial

Labour MPs showed their significance by rebelling against government's welfare reforms, indicating their continued relevance in national politics.
Washington DC
fromwww.esquire.com
9 months ago

The Trump Administration Is Kicking the National Science Foundation Out of Its Offices

The Department of Housing and Urban Development will move to Virginia, displacing the National Science Foundation, raising concerns about government efficiency and respect for science.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
9 months ago

Armenia arrests prominent archbishop over alleged coup plot

Archbishop Bagrat Galstanyan is accused of plotting to overthrow the Armenian government amid heightened tensions with Prime Minister Pashinyan.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Fears of unrest as Kenyans mark first anniversary of storming of parliament

Kenyans will march to honor victims of last year's protests while expressing ongoing discontent with government actions and concerns about police brutality.
Digital life
fromTruthout
9 months ago

Trump Admin and Allies Work to Create One Big Beautiful Database of Surveillance

Government surveillance has evolved significantly, relying on advanced technologies and looser legal constraints.
fromNextgov.com
9 months ago

AI.gov: A missed opportunity for true innovation and fiscal responsibility

The irony is that the same administration that signed mandates requiring federal agencies to prioritize COTS solutions is now doing the exact opposite.
Artificial intelligence
fromTechzine Global
9 months ago

Pro-Russian hacker group claims attack on Dutch government websites

The pro-Russian hacker group NoName05716 claimed responsibility for the attack via its Telegram channel, highlighting vulnerabilities in digital government infrastructure.
Information security
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

Opening of HS2 line set to be delayed beyond 2033

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander is expected to announce in Parliament that HS2 will not meet its target date of 2033 due to cost overruns.
London startup
US politics
fromWIRED
9 months ago

Far-Right 'Appeal to Heaven' Flag Seen at Jan. 6 Riot Flown Above Government Agency in DC

The 'Appeal to Heaven' flag, linked to Christian nationalism, was flown at the SBA, raising concerns about its implications for governance.
fromwww.bbc.com
9 months ago

Mayor: Reeves made 'colossal mistake' on London

The good stuff I welcome after years of lobbying we have got a record-breaking deal for Transport for London. We have got on average a more than doubling of the amount of money received from the government compared to the previous government.
London politics
Retirement
fromwww.housingwire.com
9 months ago

CFPB enforcement head resigns, criticizes Trump administration

Petersen has resigned from the CFPB after 15 years due to drastic reductions in enforcement capacity and personnel under recent administrations.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
9 months ago

Rachel Reeves's economic vision is coming into focus a year too late | Rafael Behr

The government shows signs of inertia with early cost-cutting measures impacting pensioners and political capital.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
9 months ago

Assemblymember Colton offers summer internships for high school and college students

Assemblymember William Colton offers summer internships for students interested in government and public service.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
9 months ago

Amid Trump-Musk Feud, Fox Host Tells Audience Stephen Miller Ditched Interview for a Meeting in the Oval Office'

Trump and Musk's public feud escalates, showcasing their turbulent relationship and differing political views.
fromThe Atlantic
10 months ago

FEMA Is Not Prepared

"Despite meanspirited attempts to falsely frame a joke as policy, there is no uncertainty about what FEMA will be doing this Hurricane Season."
OMG science
UK news
fromtime.com
10 months ago

Why Mongolia's Prime Minister Resigned

Oyun-Erdene Luvsannamsrain resigned as Mongolia's Prime Minister following a no-confidence vote amid public protests alleging corruption.
Science
fromBig Think
10 months ago

10 quotes about science's value to society

The US government is undermining science, reflecting historical patterns seen in Germany in 1933.
SF politics
fromwww.dw.com
10 months ago

Between chaos and democracy: Libya at crossroads again DW 05/30/2025

Tripoli remains unstable despite a short calm, revealing deep-seated tensions between armed groups and the government.
SF politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
10 months ago

ISIL (ISIS) launches first attacks against new Syrian government

ISIL's attacks mark a significant escalation against the Syrian army, challenging the legitimacy of the new Damascus government.
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