China has tightly controlled public expressions of grief following the death of former Premier Li Keqiang, with heavy censorship enforced during his state funeral. While officially lauding his contributions, the authorities appear concerned that widespread public nostalgia for Li could inadvertently fuel criticism of the current leadership under Xi Jinping.
From April, disabled individuals across England will receive free bus travel at all times, extending the current restricted hours. This policy shift, announced by the Department for Transport, aims to enhance mobility and address long-standing concerns from disability advocacy groups.
Reform UK's manifesto outlines a plan to reduce welfare expenditure by £50 billion annually through various measures, including a 'tougher' work capability assessment and eliminating benefits for those who decline job offers. Economic analysts express scepticism regarding the scale and achievability of these proposals.
French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal faced public heckling during his visit to the Drôme region, where he announced a €12 million aid package for areas affected by ongoing wildfires.
