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Age Extension Proposal for All Institutions, Says Information Minister

Islamabad, Pakistan – Government officials in Pakistan are facing backlash over a proposed extension in the retirement age, with claims that it is linked to favoritism towards a particular institution. Information Minister Attaullah Tarar dismissed these allegations, stating that the retirement age adjustment would be a universal change if approved. Recent media reports suggested that the government was considering amending the Constitution to alter the tenure of the chief justice, who currently retires at the …

Court rules extension of DPP’s tenure unconstitutional: Government files appeal to resolve contradiction

KINGSTON, Jamaica – The Government of Jamaica has officially filed an appeal against a recent ruling by the Constitutional Court regarding the extension of tenure for Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP) Paula Llewelyn. The court had deemed the extension unconstitutional, leading to Llewelyn stepping aside after serving in the position for 16 years. An interim acting DPP, Claudette Thompson, has been appointed for a six-month term beginning in April. The Ministry of Justice, led by …

Deadline: Trump Requests Extension in Federal Classified Documents Case Amid New York Trial Distraction

West Palm Beach, Florida – Former President Donald Trump is facing challenges in his federal classified documents case, as he seeks to push back deadlines due to his involvement in an ongoing trial in New York. Trump and his legal team have requested an extension, citing the difficulties of preparing for the federal case while focused on the New York trial. Defense attorneys argue that they cannot meet the May deadline for reviewing classified evidence …

Retirement Age Extension Bill for NASS Civil Servants Sparks Economic Concerns in Nigeria

ABUJA, Nigeria – Following a contentious debate, the National Assembly has approved a controversial measure to extend the retirement age of civil servants attached to NASS from 60 to 65. This decision has sparked criticism due to Nigeria’s struggling economy, with a debt of 37.2% of GDP, raising concerns about the impact of such a move on the country’s financial stability. During a recent session, the Senate, initially opposing the bill, eventually agreed with the …

Working Class Britons Struggle to Make Ends Meet Amid Proposed Retirement Age Extension

Birmingham, UK – As the retirement age continues to rise, many middle-aged individuals are facing challenges in finding suitable work and managing financially. One such individual is 62-year-old Julie Hipkiss, who still has five years left before she can collect her pension. Despite suffering from osteoarthritis, sleep apnoea, and hypertension, she continues to work in a physically demanding profession, unsure if she can endure it for much longer. Hipkiss has already attempted to find less …

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service Partners with OneOp for Webinar on Social Security and Disability Benefits

College Station, Texas – The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service is partnering with OneOp to host an informative webinar on February 7th, focusing on Social Security and disability benefits. This virtual event aims to provide valuable insights into navigating the complexities of Social Security disability benefits and is open to all interested individuals. The webinar, scheduled to take place from 10-11:30 a.m., is designed as a professional development opportunity for providers serving military families. Participants …