In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump allegedly pressured South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to defund FEMA, the critical federal disaster response agency, during his 2024 campaign, according to a bombshell new book.
Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.
Exclusive: A planned FEMA director role for South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem was abruptly withdrawn after Trump ally Corey Lewandowski's unauthorised lobbying sparked a fierce backlash from Biden officials and ethics watchdogs.
Exclusive: A group of FEMA employees have been placed on administrative leave after writing a letter alleging they were instructed to carry out potentially unlawful directives from the Trump administration, The Guardian can reveal.
A newly unearthed FEMA memo from the eve of Hurricane Katrina delivers a stark, brutal warning to New Orleans residents: evacuate or face almost certain death, as no government help would be coming. The document reveals the terrifying, unfiltered truth of
Top US disaster official Deanne Criswell is under fire from Congress for reportedly intervening in a South Dakota tribal dispute on Governor Kristi Noem's behalf, raising serious ethical concerns.
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly a third of UK pharmacy owners have remortgaged their homes to keep businesses running amid funding crisis and rising costs.
Donald Trump has sparked outrage by reviving a baseless conspiracy theory that Barack Obama diverted billions in Puerto Rico relief funds, a claim thoroughly debunked by experts and officials.
As the US marks the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, a Guardian investigation reveals how a second Trump term could reshape FEMA, raising alarms over political loyalty and disaster preparedness.
Exclusive: A newly surfaced FEMA letter to Donald Trump, penned during Hurricane Katrina, exposes critical failures in disaster preparedness and offers a chilling foreshadowing of today's climate emergency challenges.
The head of the US Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has been abruptly dismissed following a White House inquiry into the potential misuse of government resources. The official was a key Trump appointee.
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
The Trump administration threatens to slash federal funding from US universities that fail to curb anti-government protests, sparking a fierce debate over free speech and academic independence.
London's world-renowned Notting Hill Carnival faces an unprecedented funding crisis as organisers reveal a critical £625,000 shortfall for essential policing and security measures, threatening the future of Europe's largest street festival.
In a landmark move, FEMA has eliminated a controversial policy that barred disaster victims from receiving aid if they also had insurance. This long-awaited reform promises to streamline support and remove bureaucratic hurdles for countless families recov
A relentless 'training' storm system has unleashed catastrophic flooding across Texas, prompting urgent FEMA deployments and severe weather warnings for millions of residents.
Former US President Donald Trump faces backlash from scientists after making misleading claims about COVID-19 treatments during a New York speech. Experts warn his remarks could undermine public health efforts.
Leading UK universities, including Oxford and Imperial College London, warn of financial instability due to government funding cuts, risking research and global competitiveness.
Former US President Donald Trump sparks outrage with divisive comments during a visit to North Carolina, drawing criticism from local officials and residents.
Former President Donald Trump's controversial decision to redirect FEMA disaster funds to finance the US-Mexico border wall sparks outrage among lawmakers and emergency officials.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has rejected Kentucky's request for disaster relief grants following devastating floods, leaving residents struggling to rebuild.
Officials warn against false claims on social media as FEMA and local authorities work to assist wildfire victims in Maui.
Former US President Donald Trump is under scrutiny for reportedly diverting FEMA disaster relief funds to finance his controversial border wall project in New Mexico.
The Biden administration faces backlash after reallocating FEMA disaster relief funds to support immigration detention centres, sparking debate over budget priorities.
Former US President Donald Trump has called for Columbia University to be stripped of federal funding following pro-Palestinian protests, sparking debate over free speech and institutional accountability.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott's decision to reject FEMA aid sparks controversy, with critics pointing to Donald Trump's influence and potential political motives.
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is under scrutiny for reportedly diverting FEMA funds intended for hurricane relief to transport migrants, sparking controversy ahead of his presidential campaign.
The UK government has announced a landmark £75 million funding package for hospices, ensuring critical end-of-life care services can continue to support patients and families across the country.
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has rejected Massachusetts' plea for disaster relief, sparking accusations of political bias under the Biden administration.