Category: Politics

Ireland Unveils €27bn Budget 2026: Major Welfare Hikes, Childcare Boosts, and Christmas Bonus Confirmed

Ireland Unveils €27bn Budget 2026: Major Welfare Hikes, Childcare Boosts, and Christmas Bonus Confirmed
Gareth Dunmore Nov 26 2025

Ireland's €27bn Budget 2026 delivers a €10 weekly welfare rise, expanded childcare support, and a Christmas bonus for 1.47 million recipients, with major increases for carers, children, and low-income families—though Child Benefit remains unchanged.

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Former 'Real Housewives of Potomac' Star Mia Nicole Fields-Thornton Arrested at Atlanta Airport for $11K Furniture Theft

Former 'Real Housewives of Potomac' Star Mia Nicole Fields-Thornton Arrested at Atlanta Airport for $11K Furniture Theft
Gareth Dunmore Nov 24 2025

Former 'Real Housewives of Potomac' star Mia Nicole Fields-Thornton was arrested at Atlanta's airport on a felony warrant for allegedly stealing $11,000 in furniture from a rented luxury condo. She faces charges under Georgia law and is set to appear in court.

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Kano Education Ministry Denies 3,917 Teacher Recruitment Plan Amid Fraud Warnings

Kano Education Ministry Denies 3,917 Teacher Recruitment Plan Amid Fraud Warnings
Gareth Dunmore Oct 30 2025

Kano State Ministry of Education denies viral claims of 3,917 teacher hires, warning of fraud after a 2024 scam cost victims up to ₦200,000 each. Official channels urged to verify all recruitment notices.

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Reform UK Vows to Ax Northern Powerhouse Rail If Elected

Reform UK Vows to Ax Northern Powerhouse Rail If Elected
Gareth Dunmore Oct 1 2025

Reform UK leader Richard Tice vows to cancel the £38bn Northern Powerhouse Rail project if elected, sparking debate over jobs, regional growth and alternative transport plans.

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