The False Economy of Public Service Cuts
New economic analysis reveals how short-term spending cuts on essential services create massive long-term costs for taxpayers and communities across Britain.
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Federal workers face pay freeze in government shutdown crisis
Hundreds of thousands of US federal employees confront financial uncertainty as political gridlock threatens to halt government paychecks, with essential services at risk.
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.
US Govt Shutdown Leaves Federal Workers Without Pay
Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees confront financial catastrophe as political stalemate in Washington triggers government shutdown, leaving workers without pay during crucial holiday season.
Federal agents deployed to Portland against state wishes
Federal law enforcement officers have been deployed to Portland, Oregon without state approval, sparking protests and raising serious questions about states' rights and federal overreach in American democracy.
Trump urges government shutdown, risking federal worker pay
Former President Donald Trump urges Republican lawmakers to force a government shutdown unless his demands are met, risking pay suspensions for millions of federal workers and military personnel.
Government Shutdown Threatens 850K Workers' Livelihoods
Exclusive analysis reveals the devastating human cost of potential government shutdown, with 850,000 federal employees facing immediate financial catastrophe and essential services at risk.
US Government Shutdown Crisis: Vance Faces Backlash
Exclusive analysis reveals how JD Vance's controversial stance on government shutdown could trigger mass federal layoffs and economic turmoil in the US.
Trump's 'DOGE-Style Bloodbath' Shutdown Threat Backfires
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly preparing aggressive spending cuts reminiscent of cryptocurrency volatility, as a potential government shutdown could create political chaos that ultimately damages Democratic interests.
US Government Shuts Down in Funding Standoff
The US federal government has entered a partial shutdown after Democratic lawmakers refused to support a Republican spending bill, leaving critical services in limbo and hundreds of thousands of workers facing furlough.
US Shutdown Crisis: Democrats Accuse Agencies of Sabotage
As a potential US government shutdown looms, Democratic lawmakers allege federal agencies are deliberately withholding crucial information about Republican spending cuts, creating a political firestorm in Washington.
US Government Shutdown Crisis Looms Over Political Standoff
Growing fears of another US government shutdown as political tensions escalate between Democrats and Republicans over spending bills, with American families caught in the crossfire.
US Government Shutdown Looms as Funding Deadline Nears
America faces imminent government shutdown as political deadlock over funding intensifies. Critical services at risk as Trump administration takes hardline stance in budget negotiations.
Trump and Vance push for government shutdown over spending
Donald Trump and running mate JD Vance push Republicans toward October government shutdown in aggressive spending confrontation with Democrats.
Trump's Supreme Court challenge over Fed's Lisa Cook
Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.
Powell Warns: High Inflation to Delay Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers sobering testimony, indicating prolonged high interest rates as inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, sending ripples through global markets.
US Shoppers Defy Recession Fears with Surprise Spending Spree
New data reveals a stunning paradox in the US economy: consumer spending soars to a six-month high despite deepening recession anxieties and soaring inflation. Discover the sectors booming against the odds.
Court Upholds Trump's Firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook
A US appeals court has dismissed Lisa Cook's lawsuit against Donald Trump, ruling the former president had absolute immunity when he fired her from the Federal Reserve Board in 2025. The landmark decision raises serious questions about presidential power
Millions of Brits Too Scared to Enjoy Outdoors Due to Costs
Shocking new research shows the UK's cost-of-living crisis is forcing families to cancel summer plans, with millions too worried about finances to enjoy simple outdoor pleasures.
ICE Agent Shot in Critical Condition in Chicago
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent is in critical condition after a targeted shooting in Chicago's West Side. Federal authorities are investigating the brazen daylight attack.
US Inflation Outpaces Wages, Census Data Reveals
Fresh US Census data reveals a concerning economic trend: while median household income has dipped, inflation continues to erode purchasing power, creating a financial strain for American families.
Federal Agents Raid Chicago Suburb in Major Operation
The Chicago suburb of Evanston was the scene of a significant federal law enforcement operation on Monday, with agents from multiple agencies executing a search warrant at a residential property. The nature of the investigation remains undisclosed as auth
BBC spends £4k of licence fee cash on 'behaviour' mugs
The BBC is under fire after it was revealed the corporation spent thousands of pounds of licence fee money on branded mugs urging staff to 'call out bad behaviour', sparking outrage over wasteful spending.
Australian Household Spending Surge Defies Economic Gloom
New data reveals Australian households are spending more than expected, providing a crucial boost to the nation's economy and helping to counter weak growth in other sectors.
Trump's Plan to Strip Protections from US Federal Workforce
Exclusive: The Trump administration is advancing a sweeping plan to strip job protections from thousands of federal employees, potentially reshaping the US government's structure and igniting a fierce political battle over the future of the American civil
Trump Sued by Fed's Lisa Cook Over Discrimination Claims
Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh
Fed Governor Lisa Cook Sues Trump Over Dismissal
US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook launches landmark lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, alleging unlawful termination and constitutional violations in a dramatic political clash.
Who is Lisa Cook? The Economist Reshaping US Policy
An in-depth look at the life and career of Dr Lisa Cook, the pioneering economist making history at the Federal Reserve. Discover her journey from academic excellence to shaping global economic policy.
Trump pledges federal crackdown on crime in Democrat cities
In a fiery campaign speech, Donald Trump pledges to send federal forces into Democrat-run cities like Chicago and Detroit to combat soaring crime rates, labelling them 'cesspools of violence'.
Kristi Noem Accused of Delaying Homeland Security Funds
Exclusive: South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is under fire after a federal report accused her office of deliberately delaying sign-off on millions in Homeland Security funds, impacting local law enforcement and emergency services.
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