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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.

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.

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.

$250M South Side Chicago redevelopment announced

Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announces landmark funding for massive redevelopment project in Chicago's South Side, creating jobs and revitalising the historic Ramova Theatre district.

Illinois Governor's On-Air Meltdown Over Chicago Crisis

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker launched into an extraordinary televised tirade, accusing former President Donald Trump of turning Chicago into a 'war zone' while defending his administration's record on crime and immigration.

Special needs school funding crisis deepens

English councils face a staggering £1.5 billion deficit as special educational needs spending skyrockets, forcing difficult cuts to mainstream school funding and other vital services.

University AI funding frozen over diversity policies

Dalhousie University's artificial intelligence research funding has been suspended by the Canadian government amid concerns over diversity-focused hiring practices, sparking debate about academic freedom and equity policies.

Bears reveal £3.2bn lakefront dome stadium vision

The Chicago Bears have revealed spectacular renderings for a revolutionary new fixed-dome stadium along Lake Michigan, promising a year-round entertainment destination that could transform the city's landscape.

Court Upholds Trump Admin's UCLA Funding Cut

A US federal judge has upheld the Trump administration's decision to withdraw funding from UCLA, siding with the government in a pivotal case centred on allegations of antisemitism and free speech violations on campus.

Swimmers Return To Chicago River After 50-Year Ban

In a landmark event for urban environmental recovery, swimmers returned to the Chicago River for the first sanctioned race in over 50 years, marking a stunning turnaround for a waterway once synonymous with industrial waste.

ICE Agents Use Tear Gas on Chicago Protesters

Dramatic footage shows US immigration officials using chemical irritants against demonstrators outside a Chicago detention facility, escalating tensions over enforcement practices.

Royal Shakespeare Company urges staff to take redundancy

The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i

Father killed in Chicago Louis Vuitton robbery

A tragic armed robbery outside a Chicago Louis Vuitton store claims the life of a father. The incident, captured on video, highlights a surge in organised 'smash-and-grab' crimes targeting luxury retailers.

Masked gang bombs dying woman's Chicago home

Shocking footage captures masked assailants attacking a 78-year-old woman's Chicago home with an explosive device while she was critically ill inside, highlighting the city's escalating crime crisis.

Trump vows to slash diversity funding for HBCUs

Former US President Donald Trump has pledged to eliminate federal funding for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes, a move that threatens crucial financial support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) if he wins a second t

NHS Rations Cancer Treatments Amid Budget Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals NHS cancer services facing devastating cuts, with pioneering treatments denied to patients due to severe financial constraints. Health bosses warn of a looming crisis in oncology care across Britain.

Two Bodies Pulled from Chicago's Lake Michigan in 24 Hours

A major death investigation is underway in Chicago after the bodies of two individuals were recovered from Lake Michigan within a single day, with authorities working to identify the victims and determine the circumstances.

ICE Detainee Dies in Chicago Police Custody

Exclusive investigation into the tragic death of a migrant in ICE custody in Chicago. New details emerge about failed medical protocols and the desperate final moments before he was found unresponsive in a holding cell.

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