Iraq's Parliament Elects New Speaker Haibet Al-Halbousi
Iraq's parliament elects Haibet Al-Halbousi as new speaker to tackle political gridlock, Iran-backed militias, and a massive public debt crisis. Read the full analysis.
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Iraq Parliament Elects New Speaker to Face Challenges
Iraq's parliament elects Haibet Al-Halbousi as speaker, breaking a political deadlock. He faces urgent tasks: managing Iran-US ties, a key militia bill, and a massive public debt crisis. Read the full analysis.
Inglewood's $1.5bn School Funding Crisis Exposed
A Guardian investigation reveals Inglewood Unified School District's $1.5bn debt crisis, exposing systemic flaws in California's school funding and a stark warning for public education.
Stress-Free NYE: One-Pot Chicken with Amba Recipe
Skip the kitchen chaos this New Year's Eve with Honey & Co's forgiving one-pot chicken and rice dish, featuring tangy Iraqi amba. A simple, abundant buffet centrepiece perfect for sharing.
Clearing Student Debt: Three Success Stories
Discover how three graduates in the US paid off student loans in under ten years. Learn their strategies for debt freedom, from refinancing to side hustles.
How to clear debt in 2026: Expert's essential tips
Financial expert Vicky Parry reveals actionable strategies to tackle credit card and overdraft debt. Learn about balance transfers, consolidation loans, and smart budgeting to achieve a debt-free 2026.
How a $1,000 car repair devastates American family finances
Soaring vehicle repair costs are pushing US families into debt, with many spending thousands on unexpected fixes. As public transport fails, cars remain essential. Read how families are coping.
Investors profit billions from countries in debt distress
Exclusive analysis reveals how funds like BlackRock and JP Morgan are poised to make huge profits from loans to struggling nations, as debt crises deepen. Calls grow for UK-led reform.
UK Government Borrowing Higher Than Forecast in November
Chancellor Rachel Reeves receives 'little Christmas cheer' as November borrowing hits £11.7bn, overshooting forecasts. Public debt nears £3 trillion. Read the full analysis.
UK borrowing at £11.7bn, higher than forecasts
UK public sector borrowing fell to a four-year low for November but exceeded expectations, partly due to the government's reversal on winter fuel payments. Read the full analysis.
UK borrowing higher than expected after winter fuel U-turn
UK public sector borrowing fell to a four-year November low of £11.7bn but exceeded forecasts, partly due to the government's reversal on winter fuel payments. Discover the full impact on the nation's finances.
Young Senator's Student Debt Cut Sparks Backlash
Australia's youngest senator, on a salary of nearly £125,000, faces criticism for celebrating a 20% student debt cut. Critics call the policy unfair, benefiting high earners most.
Victoria Slashes 1,000+ Public Sector Jobs in $4bn Savings Plan
Victoria's Premier announces a major public service overhaul, cutting over 1,000 jobs and merging 29 entities to save $4bn. Read the full details of the state's budget repair plan.
Gen Z Debt: 27% Default, Risking Mortgages
Over a quarter of UK Gen Z have defaulted on debt. Learn what a default means, its serious consequences for your credit file, and how to avoid one to protect your financial future.
Women hit harder by public debt in Scotland
New research reveals women in Scotland are disproportionately driven into poverty by public debt collection. A wake-up call for policymakers to reform harsh recovery methods.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Bank of England Warns of Growing Consumer Debt Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals millions of Britons are struggling with bills and loan repayments as the Bank of England sounds alarm over growing consumer debt crisis.
Illinois wipes out $1bn medical debt for 300,000 residents
Governor JB Pritzker announces revolutionary $10 million medical debt relief programme, set to eliminate bills for nearly 300,000 Illinois residents in one of America's most ambitious healthcare reforms.
195,000 households get energy debts wiped clean
Major energy debt relief announced as regulator clears £25 million in outstanding bills for vulnerable households across Great Britain. Find out if you're eligible for this financial lifeline.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Trump's $7.8 Trillion Debt Bomb Exposes GOP Hypocrisy
Exclusive analysis reveals stunning Republican U-turn on fiscal responsibility as Trump-era policies and pandemic spending drive US debt to unprecedented levels, creating a political minefield for the GOP.
US per capita debt surpasses Greece and Italy
Stunning analysis reveals the average American carries more government debt than citizens of European nations notorious for fiscal crises. Discover what this means for global markets.
ATO enlists debt collectors for tax recovery
The Australian Taxation Office has escalated its debt recovery efforts by hiring private debt collectors to pursue billions in outstanding taxes. Learn how this affects taxpayers and what you need to know.
Iraq Parliament Descends Into Violence Amid Political Crisis
Shocking scenes erupted in Baghdad's parliament as rival political factions turned the assembly into a battleground, leaving dozens injured and raising fears of renewed civil conflict.
US National Debt Crisis Accelerates at Record Pace
The United States national debt has surged past a terrifying milestone, growing at its fastest pace in history. Experts warn this unprecedented acceleration threatens global economic stability.
Reeves forced into borrowing spree as fiscal plans unravel
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts harsh economic reality as soaring debt costs and weak growth force major borrowing increases, putting Labour's fiscal rules under severe pressure.
Barcelona's £138m Debt Crisis Exposed in Documents
Shocking financial documents expose Barcelona's £138 million debt turmoil as club faces mounting pressure despite recent cost-cutting measures and player sales.
UK government borrowing hits record September high
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confronts unprecedented September borrowing figures while MPs push for wealth taxes in upcoming budget decisions.
UK borrowing outstrips forecasts as Amazon outage hits
UK government borrowing surged past official predictions in September, creating an early challenge for Chancellor Rachel Reeves. The financial uncertainty coincides with a major Amazon Web Services outage that disrupted global businesses before being reso
UK borrowing hits record September high of £15.9bn
New figures reveal UK government borrowing hit £15.9 billion in September 2025 - the highest for that month since records began. Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces mounting pressure as debt costs spiral and economic challenges deepen.
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