transparency
Coverage of transparency in the Nexus archive.
- ‘Does He Ever Sleep?’: New Honolulu Police Chief Hits The Ground Running
A new police chief in Honolulu promised to be transparent and accessible. According to observers, the chief is currently living up to this promise.
- Family of Darius Chappell demands more transparency after death following K-9 attack
Darius Chappell was arrested in Clarksville after being attacked by a police K-9, resulting in his death while in jail. Nearly six weeks following the incident, his family protested, demanding greater transparency regarding the events.
- Sheinbaum decrees ‘total transparency’ for federal government: Tuesday’s mañanera recapped
President Claudia Sheinbaum signed a decree to strengthen transparency in the federal government, eliminating public servants' discretion over information disclosure and replacing the National Institute of Transparency and Access to Public Information (INAI). The decree mandates broader disclosure of public contracts and invites state governments to adopt maximum transparency principles, while addressing concerns over the previous National Transparency Platform's reliability.
- Trump admin. touts its transparency. Yet few Iran war details have been shared.
The Trump administration is promoting transparency but has not disclosed much information about the Iran war. Public details about the conflict's direction and rising costs remain limited.
- Trump admin. touts its transparency. Yet few Iran war details have been shared.
The Trump administration claims to emphasize transparency but has disclosed limited information about the Iran war, despite increasing associated costs.
- Tinubu’s flyover fury: Why is Mr. President mad?, By Adeola Akinremi
President Tinubu's frustration over a flyover issue is discussed, with the article suggesting his response should be institutionalized through town halls with traders in Bodija and Agege markets to promote ongoing transparency.
- Social media influencers helping boost Mayor Johnson's online presence; some question transparency
Social media influencers are helping boost Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's online presence. Some individuals are questioning the transparency of this effort.
- Liberals lack transparency with big-ticket summer spending announcements, critics say
The Liberal government's summer spending announcements, totaling tens of billions of dollars, are criticized for lacking transparency in detailing Ottawa's spending plans.
- Transparency becomes biggest issue in final Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate debate
Abdul El-Sayed and U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens focused on transparency issues during the final Michigan Democratic U.S. Senate debate, with El-Sayed's financial disclosures revealing a net worth of $2.1 million, including income from a Dubai property and consulting contracts. Stevens criticized El-Sayed for not releasing tax returns and for celebrity-like political engagement.
- Why are administrative and financial powers of elected panchayat pradhans being curtailed in WB? | Explained
West Bengal’s government is reducing the administrative and financial powers of elected panchayat pradhans to enhance transparency and combat corruption, amid escalating political tensions.
- Bridge Listens: The state of democracy, transparency in Michigan
Bridge Michigan readers have identified the future of democracy and transparency as their primary concerns in an election year. The article highlights these issues as central to public discourse in Michigan.
- Nigeria: SERAP Sues NNPCL Over 'Failure to Account for ₦211 Trillion'
SERAP is suing NNPCL for failing to account for ₦211 trillion, arguing that transparency is necessary to prevent corruption and ensure fiscal accountability.
- The wellness trap: How dangerous products keep targeting women
The article highlights a historical pattern of women being targeted by products with underlying risks, including cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and modern weight loss drugs. It notes growing public scrutiny, legal actions, and demands for stronger safety standards and transparency from manufacturers.
- SERAP sues NNPCL over ‘failure to account for ₦211 trillion’
SERAP is suing NNPCL for failing to account for ₦211 trillion, arguing that disclosure is necessary to promote transparency, prevent corruption, strengthen fiscal accountability, and ensure public oversight.
- Students Convene to Hammer Out AI Bill of Rights for Schools
High school students from all 50 states gathered in Boston to debate a first-of-its-kind AI Bill of Rights for schools, addressing issues like cheating and transparency. The event, sponsored by an MIT research initiative and a national superintendents’ association, aimed to establish guidelines for AI use in education.
- Strong Communities And Transparency: State House District 12 Candidate Q&As
The State House District 12 race in Upcountry Maui features three candidates and focuses on themes of strong communities and transparency.
- Chesterfield launches data center website as residents continue to push for transparency
Chesterfield County has launched a new online resource to provide residents with information about data center development. The initiative follows months of public calls for greater transparency regarding these projects.
- Voters demand transparency from hospitalized Mitch McConnell, 84, as staggering number believe he's DEAD
Voters are calling for transparency regarding Mitch McConnell, 84, who is currently hospitalized. A significant number of people believe he is dead.
- Karnataka: 80% of Mines Dept. officials transferred to ensure transparency, accountability
Karnataka transferred 80% of Mines Department officials to ensure transparency and accountability. The move aims to strengthen oversight and reduce potential for misconduct in the department.
- Hundreds protest ICE operations in Houston, demand justice for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo
Hundreds of protesters gathered in Houston at Ervan Chew Park to demand justice for Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, who was shot by Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agents. Ronaldo, Salgado Araujo’s son, stated the family laid their father to rest.
- Govt to reform tender processes to bring them under one umbrella for more transparency
The government plans to reform tender processes to increase transparency by consolidating them under a single framework. The Cabinet has decided to establish a committee of experts to assess the issue and provide recommendations.
- Legislatures training ground for political leadership: Birla
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urged Ministers to provide precise replies to questions raised by legislators, emphasizing transparency and accountability as a training ground for political leadership.
- ICE contractor GEO Group to open new immigrant detention center in Hudson
The private prison company GEO Group plans to convert the shuttered Big Horn facility into a 1,200-bed ICE detention center in Hudson. Activists have raised concerns about transparency, emergency access, and due process for individuals detained there.
- Kevin Warsh wants fewer press conferences. Why that’s bad for the economy and your money.
Kevin Warsh advocates for fewer press conferences, which the article argues could negatively impact the economy and personal finances. The Federal Reserve chair is scheduled to testify before Congress, with lawmakers urged to question him about transparency.
- Candidate Q&A: State House District 29 – Ikaika Hussey
Ikaika Hussey, a candidate for State House District 29, discusses pairing term limits with public financing and transparency to make legislative seats more competitive. The quote highlights his focus on electoral reform measures.
- V-C running varsity unilaterally, allege Kannur University Syndicate members
Syndicate members of Kannur University accuse the Vice-Chancellor of unilaterally managing the university, citing irregularities in academic appointments and questioning the appointment of a senior official. They demand greater transparency in administrative processes.
- Kerala govt. revamps Vigilance Manual after two decades
The Kerala government has updated the Vigilance Manual after 20 years, implementing reforms to strengthen anti-corruption measures, modernize investigative procedures, and improve transparency and accountability in public administration.
- NDDC strengthens anti-corruption unit to enhance transparency
NDDC has strengthened its anti-corruption unit to enhance transparency. The unit aims to identify and address systemic weaknesses in public institutions that could lead to corruption.
- Opinion: The College Cost Fog Machine: We Need a New Transparency Compact
The article highlights persistent confusion around college costs due to opaque financial aid systems, citing a 1998 congressional report warning of a 'veil of obscurity' in higher education. It notes that financial aid offers often mix grants, loans, and work-study in unclear ways, eroding public trust. A 2022 Government Accountability Office report found most colleges fail to meet basic standards for clear cost communication.
- Gruha Jyothi revision aims to ensure benefits reach only eligible households: Gescom chief
The Gruha Jyothi scheme revision aims to ensure benefits reach only eligible households, as stated by Gescom chief Praveen Patil Harwal during a door-to-door verification drive in Kalaburagi. The exercise is intended to enhance transparency in the scheme's implementation.
- Pushing for transparency, social activist demands Ram Temple Trust to place documents in public domain
A social activist is demanding the Ram Temple Trust to place its documents in the public domain. Former IPS officer Amitabh Thakur emphasizes the need to restore public faith through transparency.
- Connecting flight? Good luck.
Late arriving flights cause inconvenience for passengers without connections and significant disruption for those with connections. The article emphasizes the need for transparency in such situations.
- Last-minute deal hands Gov. Sherrill notable wins in her first NJ budget
New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill Sherrill secured much of what she requested in her first budget through a last-minute deal, though critics highlighted concerns about transparency and increased spending on pet projects.
- Kerala Assembly passes resolution seeking reform of national entrance exam system, flags NEET concerns
The Kerala Assembly passed a resolution seeking reform of the national entrance exam system, citing concerns over credibility, transparency, and fairness of NEET and other national-level exams. The resolution was moved by the Higher Education Minister, highlighting issues with the current examination framework.
- Lawyer raises concern over regulatory gaps in Nigeria’s surrogacy practice
A lawyer in Nigeria has expressed concerns about regulatory gaps in surrogacy practices, urging future legislation to prioritize child protection, recognition of parentage, protection of surrogate mothers, and transparency in assisted reproductive arrangements.
- King Charles III is expected to reveal personal tax bill in bid to boost transparency
King Charles III is expected to reveal his personal tax bill on Thursday, becoming the first British monarch to do so.
- King Charles III is expected to reveal personal tax bill in bid to boost transparency
King Charles III is set to disclose his personal tax bill on Thursday, marking a historic move as the first British monarch to do so.
- King Charles III is expected to reveal personal tax bill in bid to boost transparency
King Charles III is expected to reveal his personal tax bill on Thursday, becoming the first British monarch to do so.
- Concerns linger as convention center redesign shot down by Dallas City Council
Dallas City Council rejected plans to redesign the convention center due to concerns about community engagement and transparency. The decision requires reconfiguring connecting bridges into downtown.
- Governor sacks traditional rulers council chair, reverses decision five days later
Governor Otu's administration removed and reappointed the chairman of Cross River’s Traditional Rulers Council within five days, causing public outrage over governance and transparency concerns. Conflicting letters from the administration highlighted questions about political interference.