US Government Shutdown Costs Economy $10+ Billion
The 2025 US government shutdown has inflicted over $10 billion in economic losses, with federal workers facing unpaid wages and critical services disrupted amid political deadlock.
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Home Office faces legal action over NI visa U-turn
The UK Home Office is confronting potential legal challenges after abruptly reversing visa decisions for Indian and Vietnamese workers in Northern Ireland, leaving families in limbo and raising questions about immigration policy consistency.
Government Shutdown Puts Air Traffic Control at Risk
As the US government shutdown enters its fifth week, air traffic controllers are working without pay, raising serious safety concerns across the aviation industry. Experts warn of potential mass resignations that could cripple air travel.
US shutdown threatens air travel chaos
Exclusive: America's air traffic controllers continue working without pay as government shutdown stretches into third week, raising safety concerns for transatlantic travellers.
Republican infighting pushes US government to shutdown brink
Deep divisions among House Republicans have brought the US government to the verge of a shutdown, putting federal workers' salaries and essential services at risk as political brinkmanship escalates.
Federal Workers Union Threatens Strike Over Shutdown
The American Federation of Government Employees warns of unprecedented industrial action as 800,000 federal workers face working without pay during budget impasse.
Germany recruits thousands of Romanian workers in Munich drive
Germany launches unprecedented recruitment campaign in Romania, aiming to fill thousands of skilled positions amid severe labour shortages across key industries.
Federal workers face pay anxiety as shutdown threat looms
Millions of US federal employees confront financial uncertainty as political brinkmanship threatens government shutdown, leaving families in limbo and essential services at risk.
Reeves announces minimum wage reforms in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces sweeping minimum wage reforms in her debut Budget, targeting job creation and economic growth through increased pay floors and business incentives.
US shutdown forces workers into risky loans
Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees face financial catastrophe as political deadlock triggers government shutdown, forcing workers to take out high-interest loans to survive.
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.
US Senate Passes Landmark Essential Workers Bill
In a historic move, the US Senate has approved the Essential Workers Bill, granting new protections and benefits to frontline employees who kept America running during the pandemic. Discover how this legislation will transform workers' rights.
Trump's ballroom event during government shutdown
Former President Donald Trump hosted a lavish White House event while federal workers faced unpaid salaries during the government shutdown, creating striking political theatre.
Amazon accused of discriminating against pregnant, disabled workers
The online retail giant Amazon is confronting serious legal allegations of systemic discrimination against pregnant and disabled warehouse employees at its New Jersey facilities, with federal investigators uncovering troubling workplace practices.
Fair Work Agency risks failure without proper funding
The UK's groundbreaking Fair Work Agency, designed to protect vulnerable workers from exploitation, faces collapse without adequate resources and staffing, according to a damning report from the Work Foundation.
US in longest government shutdown in history
The United States faces an unprecedented political crisis as Republican hardliners trigger the longest government shutdown in the nation's history, leaving federal services paralysed and millions of workers unpaid.
Trump's Shutdown Plan: ICE Officers Face Unpaid Work
Exclusive: Donald Trump's administration prepares to force thousands of ICE employees to work without pay during potential government shutdown, raising legal and ethical concerns about immigration enforcement.
US government shutdown becomes longest in history
America's political system grinds to a halt as the longest government shutdown in US history continues, leaving federal workers in limbo and essential services strained.
Workers file £3.5bn lawsuit as shares crash
Thousands of former employees file massive lawsuit against corporate bosses after being made redundant while executives cashed in lucrative bonuses, causing company shares to crash dramatically.
Air traffic controllers turn to DoorDash amid US shutdown
American air traffic controllers are turning to food delivery and other gig economy jobs to make ends meet as political deadlock threatens aviation safety and national security.
Judge blocks Trump's unpaid worker recall during shutdown
A California federal judge delivers a major blow to the Trump administration, blocking their controversial move to recall federal employees without pay during the government shutdown.
Charity workers face 'abhorrent' abuse epidemic in UK
Shocking new report reveals charity staff across Britain are experiencing unprecedented levels of violence and threats, prompting demands for immediate government action to safeguard frontline workers.
Judge blocks federal worker firings ahead of shutdown
A landmark ruling prevents the US government from terminating federal employees without due process, protecting thousands of workers from immediate dismissal during budget crises.
UK nurses demand justice for war crimes against healthcare workers
Leading nursing unions urge UK government to support ICC prosecutions for attacks on medical personnel in conflict zones, calling it a 'moral imperative'.
Trump's mass federal layoff plan threatens US government
Former President Donald Trump unveils radical plan to slash federal workforce through sweeping layoffs and hiring freezes, sparking concerns about government stability and public services.
Noem's Airport Video Fury During Shutdown Crisis
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces backlash after posting a controversial video at a near-empty airport as federal shutdown threatens travel chaos across America.
Aberdeenshire Council trials four-day week for bin crews
Aberdeenshire Council is pioneering a four-day working week trial for bin workers, potentially revolutionising local government employment across Scotland while maintaining full pay.
Youth unemployment crisis deepens in UK job market
New analysis reveals young Britons face the worst employment prospects in decades, with rising joblessness and stagnant wages creating a perfect storm for Generation Z.
US Government Shutdown Deepens: Federal Services Paralyzed
The US government shutdown enters its third week with no resolution in sight, causing widespread disruption to federal services and leaving thousands of workers without pay as political divisions paralyse Washington.
Scotland to sponsor foreign care worker visas
John Swinney's administration launches landmark visa scheme to tackle Scotland's social care staffing shortages, directly challenging Westminster's immigration policies.
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