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Former Solomon Islands politician Wale has called for the abolition of veto powers at the United Nations, according to Islands Business. The proposal would end the ability of the five permanent Security Council members to unilaterally block resolutions. Such calls are often raised by smaller nations who argue the veto stymies action on conflicts and humanitarian crises, and the renewed appeal is drawing attention to long-running debates over UN Security Council reform.
- 2Block Island column reflects on unusually calm October storm seasonโผIsland Notes - Not even October storm
A new 'Island Notes' column in the Block Island Times observes that not even an October storm has arrived, noting the island's quiet stretch of weather. The piece offers a reflective take on the season, with residents reading it as commentary on how mild the autumn has been so far and how long the calm may last.
- 3Swan Island businesses lose thousands amid I-5 closureโSwan Island businesses lose thousands as I-5 closure cuts into sales
Businesses in Portland's Swan Island industrial area are reporting losses of thousands of dollars as a closure on Interstate 5 disrupts traffic and keeps customers and shipments away. Local companies say the blocked freeway is cutting directly into sales and complicating deliveries, and they are waiting for the road to reopen so business can return to normal.
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A storm that lingered for an extended period has passed, and early reports from Block Island indicate it caused little damage. Local coverage notes the storm's unusual duration despite its minimal impact, with no significant destruction reported in the area so far.
- 5Foulkes and Block make their case for Rhode Island governorโThey say RI is ready for change: Foulkes, Block make the case for governor
Helena Foulkes and Jonathan Block, candidates for governor of Rhode Island, argue that the state is ready for political change and are laying out their cases to voters. The two hopefuls are positioning themselves as alternatives ahead of the state's gubernatorial race.
- 6Staten Island judge blocks NYC tax on second homesโStaten Island judge rules against Mamdani, NYC on taxing second homes
A Staten Island judge has ruled against Mayor Zohran Mamdani and New York City in a case over taxing second homes. The decision blocks the city's effort to impose the tax, a proposal backed by Mamdani aimed at wealthy owners of multiple properties. The ruling is likely to fuel ongoing debate over the city's authority to tax luxury real estate without state approval.