A survey by the All-Russian Center for Public Opinion Research (VCIOM) conducted from July 13-19 shows Russian President Vladimir Putin's public trust rating at 71.1% and his approval rating at 65.3%. The poll also details approval and trust for Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin, the Russian government, and parliamentary parties.
A government review of the Personal Independence Payment (Pip) has concluded the system is "unfit for purpose" and "dehumanising" for claimants. The interim report highlights deep-rooted problems and suggests radical reform is needed, while stressing any changes must be financially sustainable.
A major review prompted by the Peter Mandelson scandal has called for sweeping redesigns of UK lobbying rules. The Ethics and Integrity Commission (EIC) recommends new laws to fix inadequacies in Westminster's transparency systems, with potential implementation before the next general election.
Philippine Vice President Sara Duterte's impeachment trial began Monday over allegations of corruption and threats to assassinate President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. The trial follows an overwhelming impeachment approval by the House of Representatives, dominated by Marcos Jr.'s allies.
India's government has issued a notice to Meta-owned WhatsApp, demanding a halt to its proposed username feature until consultations are complete. Concerns over impersonation, phishing, and financial fraud are cited, with WhatsApp asked to provide a detailed explanation within three days.
West Bengal's BJP government presented its first budget, announcing a 20% DA hike for state employees, 1 lakh government job recruitments, and a Rs 36,000 crore direct cash transfer scheme for women aged 25-60. Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta highlighted efforts to restore fiscal discipline and build a corruption-free administration.
Norway's monarchy is experiencing a crisis of public trust due to scandals involving Crown Princess Mette-Marit's past ties to Jeffrey Epstein and her son Marius Borg Høiby's conviction for serious crimes. Despite Mette-Marit's successful lung transplant, public response to these issues has been negative, eroding the institution's popularity.
Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella believes some AI companies are eroding public trust by promoting negative narratives about AI's impact on jobs. He argues for demonstrating tangible benefits to rebuild confidence, citing data center development as an example of local community investment.
The Philippine Senate's official website was defaced with a warning message from hacktivists, coinciding with a political crisis over leadership control within the chamber.
Former Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned that political interference in monetary policy could permanently destroy public trust in the central bank. Accepting the JFK Profile in Courage award, Powell stated the Fed is undergoing a "stress test" amid the Trump administration's challenges to its independence, referencing the ongoing Supreme Court case regarding Fed Governor Lisa Cook's attempted firing.
Former Fed Chair Jerome Powell warned that political pressure from the Trump administration on the central bank could erode public trust in its independence. He cited the White House's push for his resignation and a DOJ investigation into the Fed's headquarters renovation as examples.
The Philippine Senate began an impeachment trial for Vice President Sara Duterte-Carpio on Monday, facing internal leadership battles and the aftermath of her father's ICC case. The trial could impact her 2028 presidential bid.
A town hall meeting in Pennsylvania saw over 225 attendees express frustration over the state's handling of rapid data center development, citing concerns over electricity prices, water use, noise, and rural industrialization.
A former executive director of Hong Kong’s Insurance Authority has been acquitted of misconduct after she was alleged to have coerced insurer Prudential into hiring her daughter-in-law, as the magistrate ruled that her actions did not cause “actual damage” to public trust in the regulator. Magistrate Minnie Wat Lai-man on Thursday found Carol Hui Mei-ying and digital strategy consultant Chan Tsz-wai not guilty of conspiracy to commit misconduct in public office. The pair previously stood trial...
South Korea has begun a pilot program for a public trust system to manage assets of dementia patients whose decision-making ability has declined. The National Pension Service will sign trust agreements with patients or families, provide living and care expenses based on individualized financial plans, and handle remaining assets through inheritance. The initiative targets elderly dementia patients receiving basic pensions as the number of patients aged 65+ is expected to exceed 1 million this year, with assets estimated at 154 trillion won ($104 billion).
