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La France veut mieux encadrer les flux de travailleurs saisonniers venus du Maroc

Source: Le Monde - International · Published: 2026-04-16T10:30:13+00:00

A travers un dispositif dit de migration circulaire, Paris annonce sa volonté de structurer les arrivées de travailleurs agricoles venus du Maroc mais aussi de Tunisie, et notamment de s’assurer de leur retour après leur mission.

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Quakers among charities warning new regulator powers could stifle advocacy

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-16T10:29:48+00:00

Exclusive: Civil society groups sign letter urging ministers to consult on Charity Commission measures meant to tackle extremism Several leading civil society organisations have urged the government to consult the sector before introducing new powers for the Charity Commission, which they caution risks “suppressing legitimate advocacy” at a time when civic space is under increased pressure.Signatories, including leaders from some of the UK’s largest civil society bodies, alongside faith-based and community organisations, wrote to the culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, saying the proposed social co

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New regulator powers could stifle advocacy, UK’s largest civil society bodies warn

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-16T10:29:48+00:00

Exclusive: Letter urges ministers to consult on Charity Commission measures meant to tackle extremismSeveral leading civil society organisations have urged the government to consult the sector before introducing new powers for the Charity Commission, which they caution risks “suppressing legitimate advocacy” at a time when civic space is under increased pressure.Signatories, including leaders from some of the UK’s largest civil society bodies, alongside faith-based and community organisations, wrote to the culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, saying the proposed social cohesion measures could lead t

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Channel 4 programming chief Ian Katz to leave after nearly nine years

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-16T10:28:38+00:00

Exit of former Newsnight editor as chief content officer comes after appointment of new CEO Priya DograChannel 4’s content chief, Ian Katz, who holds responsibility for the broadcaster’s £650m annual programming budget and output, is to leave after almost nine years in the post.Katz, a former senior executive at the Guardian, became the channel’s director of programmes in January 2018 after moving from the BBC where he was editor of Newsnight. Continue reading...

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DCM Shriram sells 50% stake in polymer unit to Dutch firm for $5.6 million

Source: The Hindu Business Line – Markets · Published: 2026-04-16T10:26:09+00:00

DCM Shriram says the tie-up would combine SPL's domestic manufacturing capabilities in vinyl compounds with Teknor Apex's global formulation expertise to develop specialty polymer solutions for industrial applications

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Pakistan Looks to Play Peacemaker Between U.S. and Iran, Again

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-04-16T10:26:04+00:00

After talks in Islamabad last weekend led to a two-week cease-fire, Pakistan is offering to host another round in an attempt to sustain ongoing peace efforts.

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What the U.S. Blockade Means for Iran’s Economy

Source: New York Times - World · Published: 2026-04-16T10:05:23+00:00

Putting a stop to Iranian shipping will further add to Iran’s economic pain, analysts said, but it might not be enough to force concessions or lessen the global energy crunch.

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South African politician Julius Malema given five-year jail term for gun offence

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-16T10:01:56+00:00

Leader of leftwing Economic Freedom Fighters was convicted last year for firing rifle in the air at 2018 rallyThe South African leftwing politician Julius Malema has been sentenced to five years in prison for firing a rifle in the air at a political rally in 2018.Lawyers for the leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters, South Africa’s fourth largest political party, immediately sought leave to appeal. Legal arguments are ongoing. Continue reading...

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Hampshire College was ‘a magical place’ for a progressive education. It couldn’t survive this era

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-16T10:00:54+00:00

Hampshire is latest school to fall to declining enrollment amid a decades-long crisis affecting liberal arts collegesSign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inboxWhen Hampshire College enrolled its first class of students in 1970, it offered a new breed of liberal arts education, one meeting each student’s interests and motivations, emphasizing learning across disciplines and close relationships with teachers.For the next 56 years, Hampshire provided just that, becoming a beloved alma mater to scores of unconventional learners who sought, and found, a college ex

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SNP would set maximum price for essential foods, says Swinney as he fears costs affecting nutrition in Scotland – UK politics live

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-16T10:00:53+00:00

SNP leader and first minister launches election manifesto as party fights to remain in power at HolyroodSwinney says this is a manifesto for the whole of Scotland.He confirms that the SNP would argue for the Scottish power to have more control over energy policy (still largely reserved to Westminter). He says:The problem is not that we do not have the energy. The problem is that Westminster has the power. This election is our opportunity to take those powers and put them into Scotland’s hands. Continue reading...

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Ian Katz to leave role as Channel 4 programming chief in the autumn

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-16T09:59:37+00:00

Exit of former Newsnight editor after eight years comes after appointment of new chief executive Priya DograChannel 4’s content chief, Ian Katz, who holds responsibility for the broadcaster’s £650m annual programming budget and output, is to leave after almost nine years in the post.Katz, a former senior executive at the Guardian, became the channel’s director of programmes in January 2018, having moved from being the editor of BBC’s Newsnight. Continue reading...

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Has Marles bowed to Trump’s wishes on defence spending? The figures are as clear as mud

Source: The Guardian - World · Published: 2026-04-16T09:59:03+00:00

The defence minister insists that increases in spending did not happen because of thinktanks, retired generals ‘or washed-up bureaucrats’Get our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastIf there’s anyone who knows just how much pressure Donald Trump is heaping on allies to lift defence spending, it’s Richard Marles.The message was received loud and clear when he met his US counterpart, Pete Hegseth, in Singapore nearly a year ago. Continue reading...

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