US Government Shutdown Threatens Food Stamps
Critical funding for America's SNAP food stamp programme is set to expire in November, threatening food security for vulnerable families as political deadlock continues in Washington.
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US Government Shutdown Threatens Federal Worker Pay
Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees confront financial uncertainty as political gridlock threatens government shutdown, with Democrats pushing emergency legislation to protect worker pay.
Dem strategist admits shutdown leverage plan
Senior Democratic strategist reveals party's strategy to use potential government shutdown as leverage against Republicans in high-stakes political showdown.
Special needs funding reform delayed amid pressure
Ministers delay controversial SEND funding reforms following widespread backlash from families and councils, leaving thousands of children with special educational needs in limbo.
Welsh public services face £4bn funding black hole
Shocking analysis by Institute for Fiscal Studies warns Welsh public services face devastating £4bn shortfall as funding formula fails to keep pace with needs
US Shutdown Threatens Food Stamps for Millions
Critical government funding deadline looms as political infighting threatens to strip food assistance from vulnerable Americans and disrupt essential services.
Council Tax Crisis: Local Authorities Demand Funding Overhaul
UK councils issue urgent warning to Chancellor Rachel Reeves as financial pressures threaten essential services including social care, libraries and bin collections.
NSW funds literature to combat AI-generated stories
The New South Wales government launches a groundbreaking funding initiative to protect authentic Australian storytelling from the rising tide of AI-generated content, championing human creativity.
Free Bus Pass Crisis for England's Seniors
Exclusive: The cherished free bus pass scheme for England's older generation hangs in the balance as ministers and local councils clash over who should foot the bill. Discover how this political standoff could leave millions stranded.
Parents pay £5,000 for special needs education support
Families across England are being forced to spend thousands on private assessments to secure essential support for children with special educational needs, exposing deep cracks in the education system.
US Government Shutdown Looms as Congress Deadlock Continues
America faces another government shutdown crisis as political divisions between Senate Democrats and House Republicans threaten to halt federal operations within days.
Greene threatens shutdown over Obamacare funding
Republican firebrand Marjorie Taylor Greene vows to block government funding unless Affordable Care Act money is stripped, setting up another high-stakes political battle in Washington.
Trump: GOP States Should Stop Funding Democratic Areas
Former President Donald Trump has ignited a political firestorm by urging Republican-led states to halt financial support to Democratic states amid government shutdown threats, creating deep divisions in American politics.
Beetlejuice star confronts Congress over Broadway's COVID crisis
Tony Award nominee Alex Brightman delivers powerful testimony to Congress about the lasting damage COVID-19 inflicted on Broadway and the urgent need for federal support to protect live theatre's future.
British Basketball Team Suspended in Betting Scandal
The future of British men's basketball hangs in the balance as the entire team faces suspension and UK Sport funding is jeopardised following serious betting allegations involving players and staff.
US government shutdown looms as Johnson faces rebellion
House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts a major political crisis as hardline Republicans threaten to derail spending bills, pushing the US government toward a potential shutdown just weeks before the presidential election.
Science in Crisis: CSIRO Funding Collapse Demands Action
Australia's premier scientific organisation, CSIRO, confronts an existential threat as chronic underfunding triggers brain drain and research cuts. Scientific leaders issue urgent plea to Prime Minister Albanese to rescue national science capability.
Reeves to scrap non-dom tax status raising billions
Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical plan to abolish non-dom tax status, potentially generating tens of billions for NHS, schools and policing while closing 'unfair loopholes' for wealthy elites.
SEC probes universities over foreign funding transparency
Major American universities including Texas A&M and University of Texas face federal investigation over alleged failures to disclose substantial foreign funding, particularly from China and Qatar.
NHS and Police spend £70M on diversity officers
Exclusive investigation uncovers massive taxpayer spending on equality and diversity officers across public services while frontline services face cutbacks.
US Government Shutdown Looms in Political Standoff
With just days remaining until funding expires, Republicans and Democrats remain locked in a bitter standoff over government spending, risking the first federal shutdown in years and threatening widespread disruption across America.
MIT rejects Trump policy funding in principles stand
The prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology announces it will reject federal funding tied to Trump administration policies that restrict international student recruitment and research collaboration.
US Government Shutdown Threatens Federal Workers' Pay
Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees could see delayed or reduced paychecks as Congress races against time to avert a catastrophic government shutdown.
Welsh Govt Demands Emergency Funding Talks
First Minister Vaughan Gething calls for emergency talks with Chancellor Rachel Reeves amid warnings of 'impossible choices' facing Welsh public services.
US Government Shutdown: Military Voting Crisis Looms
America faces a catastrophic government shutdown as Congress deadlocks on funding, threatening military voting rights and major airport disruptions. Exclusive analysis of the political standoff.
NHS patient safety at dangerous tipping point
Exclusive: NHS leaders sound alarm as patient safety reaches 'tipping point' amid chronic underfunding and workforce shortages, with new analysis revealing devastating impact on healthcare services across England.
US Shutdown Threatens Major Flight Delays
Impending US government shutdown threatens major flight delays and travel disruption as air traffic controllers face working without pay. Congress remains gridlocked with just days to reach funding deal.
Government slashes museum funding in major shake-up
Major English museums face devastating budget cuts as Arts Council England redirects funding away from traditional institutions toward 'levelling up' agenda, sparking outrage in cultural sector.
Aid Cuts Trigger Catastrophe for Sudanese Refugees in Chad
Severe funding shortages force life-saving health programmes to close, leaving Sudanese refugees in Chad battling starvation and disease in what aid workers call an 'unfolding humanitarian disaster'.
Newsom: Trump-linked shutdown could cripple US airports
California Governor Gavin Newsom warns that a potential government shutdown, influenced by Trump-aligned Republicans, could severely disrupt US airport operations and travel infrastructure.
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