Romania Announces 90,000 Work Permit Quota Romania has confirmed a quota of 90,000 work permits for non-European workers in 2026, creating significant employment opportunities for individuals seeking work in the country. The permits are intended for citizens of countries outside the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), and Switzerland, including applicants from Pakistan, India,…
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has issued a stark warning to major technology companies, including Apple and Google, demanding stronger protections for children online. Speaking at London Tech Week, Starmer gave firms three months to introduce measures that prevent children from sending, receiving, or viewing explicit images on smartphones and tablets. The Prime…
The FIFA World Cup 2026 is just days into its historic start, with worldwide attention focused on what is being described as the biggest and most financially significant football tournament in history. This year’s competition, hosted across the United States, Canada, and Mexico, will feature 48 national teams, expanded from 32 in previous editions, marking…
England defeated New Zealand by 115 runs in the first Test at Lord’s, taking a 1–0 lead in the three-match series after a low-scoring and weather-disrupted contest. New Zealand were bowled out for 138 in their second innings while chasing a target of 254. England’s bowlers maintained control throughout the final day, with Gus Atkinson…
Birmingham City Council has effectively paid fines to itself after its own fleet breached the city’s Clean Air Zone (CAZ) regulations. Since the scheme was introduced in 2021, council-owned vehicles have been charged 3,262 daily fees and penalties, amounting to a total of £472,253. Internal data shows that the council’s waste management department was responsible…
Consul General of Pakistan in Birmingham, Fahad Amjad, has said that the overseas Pakistani community is a valuable national asset and that every possible step will be taken to resolve their issues, ensure their welfare, and uphold Pakistan’s dignity and security. He stated that following the success of “Marka-e-Bunyan-ul-Marsous,” the pride of Pakistani communities living…
Pakistan have started preparations for their upcoming two-match Test series against Bangladesh, with intense training sessions currently underway in Dhaka. The first Test will be played at Mirpur’s Sher-e-Bangla National Stadium, while the second Test is scheduled to begin on 16 May in Sylhet. According to team updates, the Pakistani squad has been actively involved…
Defending world champion Thierry Neuville set the fastest time in the Rally Portugal shakedown stage held in Baltar, covering the 5.72-kilometre route in 3 minutes 51.2 seconds. Neuville edged Finland’s Sami Pajari by just 0.3 seconds after delivering an impressive performance on the gravel surface. Rally Portugal is regarded as one of the toughest rounds…
Voters across the United Kingdom are set to head to the polls on Thursday 7 May 2026 for the next round of local elections, with more than 5,000 council seats expected to be contested across England, along with mayoral and devolved elections in parts of the UK. The elections will be held in hundreds…
A recent YouGov analysis of political attitudes ahead of the 2026 UK local elections suggests a highly fragmented and volatile voting landscape, with no single party commanding dominant support. Across recent national voting intention polling, Reform UK has consistently led the field, polling in the mid-to-high 20s, while Labour, the Conservatives, the Greens, and the…
