US Schools Face Financial Cliff as Federal Covid Aid Ends
American schools are bracing for severe cuts as a $190bn federal pandemic aid package expires, threatening teacher layoffs, programme cancellations, and larger class sizes across the nation.
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UK Minister Defends Ghana Aid Cuts in Tense Accra Meeting
UK Development Minister Jenny Chapman confronted Ghanaian officials over aid dependency during a heated meeting in Accra, defending controversial aid reductions amid growing diplomatic tensions.
Manchester's Windrush Club Faces Demolition Threat
The historic West Indian Sports and Social Club in Manchester, a beacon for the Windrush generation since 1957, is threatened with demolition to make way for a housing development, sparking outrage and a fierce campaign to save this vital cultural landmar
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
UN: Global Gender Equality Progress Grinds to a Halt
A stark UN report reveals the world is failing to meet its 2030 gender equality targets. Discover which critical areas are seeing regression and what this means for the Sustainable Development Goals.
Love Is Blind S9 Reunion: Shocking Splits & A Baby Reveal
The Love Is Blind Season 9 reunion delivers jaw-dropping revelations, unexpected splits, and a dramatic update on the married couples. Get the full recap of the most shocking finale yet.
The Block Explodes: Betrayal and Record $50k Bid Stun Fans
Drama reaches fever pitch on The Block as a controversial body corporate decision sparks a furious fallout between the couples, while a stunning guest bedroom reveal sends one team's house value skyrocketing.
Greek Island Halts Controversial Five-Star Moon Beach Hotel
Greek authorities have halted a contentious five-star hotel project on Milos, famed for its 'Moon Beach', following intense local backlash over environmental and cultural preservation concerns.
Study: Humans Could Live 20% Longer With Simple Changes
New research from top universities shows dramatic lifespan extension is possible through targeted interventions. Discover the science behind living longer and healthier.
30,000 UK Babies Enrolled in Landmark Health Study
A groundbreaking £10m study will track 30,000 babies across the UK from birth to map their health, development, and environment, aiming to tackle major childhood inequalities.
UK Launches Landmark Study Tracking 8,000 Babies Into Adulthood
A landmark UK study will follow 8,000 babies born in 2024-25, tracking their development through childhood to understand the impact of modern challenges like the pandemic, cost-of-living crisis, and technology.
UK's Brain Drain: Scientists Forced Abroad By Funding Failures
Exclusive: A damning report reveals the UK is losing its world-class scientific talent to Germany and the US as chronic government underfunding and bureaucracy cripple innovation.
Breast Milk's Daily Changes Impact Baby Sleep & Development
Groundbreaking UK research reveals breast milk's composition changes throughout the day, containing time-specific hormones that help regulate infant sleep patterns and development. Discover why feeding expressed milk at the wrong time could disrupt your b
Northwestern University President Resigns Over Trump Funding Cuts
Northwestern University's president steps down following severe federal funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration, triggering academic turmoil and research programme suspensions.
Viruses Could Trigger Diabetes, Cambridge Study Reveals
Exclusive: Cambridge scientists uncover compelling evidence linking common viral infections to the onset of diabetes, potentially revolutionising prevention and treatment approaches.
Health Chiefs Warn Over Trump's NIH Funding Threat
Top US health officials warn that proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health could cripple medical research and jeopardise future pandemic preparedness.
Sandbanks luxury flats plan sparks migrant hotel backlash
Fury erupts in Britain's 'platinum peninsula' as a luxury apartment development in Sandbanks faces a double controversy: local opposition and a government proposal to house asylum seekers, pitting community concerns against the UK's immigration strategy.
Japan pledges £23.5bn to counter China in Africa
Japan pledges massive investment in African infrastructure and development at TICAD, aiming to secure influence and counter China's Belt and Road ambitions.
Brian Cox: UK Science Cuts a 'Catastrophic Failure'
Renowned physicist Brian Cox delivers a scathing critique of the UK government's science funding, warning of a 'catastrophic failure of ambition' that threatens to dismantle Britain's world-leading research reputation.
Alan Turing Institute faces staff revolt over identity crisis
Internal unrest grows at the Alan Turing Institute as employees call for a complete reset, citing a deepening identity crisis and unclear strategic direction.
Sex and the City: Did the characters deserve better?
A fresh critique of 'Sex and the City' argues the show's iconic characters were reduced to shallow stereotypes, missing deeper storytelling opportunities.
UK may miss gender equality aid target
The UK government may fail to meet its pledge to allocate 80% of foreign aid to gender equality projects, raising concerns among development advocates.
Pakistan seeks Chinese help for Gilgit-Baltistan development
Pakistan is turning to Chinese scientists and experts to accelerate development in the disputed Gilgit-Baltistan region, raising geopolitical eyebrows.
UK universities face funding crisis - Oxford and Imperial at risk
Leading UK universities, including Oxford and Imperial College London, warn of financial instability due to government funding cuts, risking research and global competitiveness.
CSIRO job cuts spark fears for Australia’s research future
Australia’s leading scientific research agency, CSIRO, is set to cut hundreds of jobs amid significant budget reductions, sparking concerns over the nation’s innovation and climate research capabilities.
US Antarctic station evacuates staff over fuel crisis
A dire fuel shortage at McMurdo Station, Antarctica's largest research hub, has forced the US to evacuate non-essential personnel as winter approaches.
Bluey: More Than Just a Kids' Show
New research highlights how the beloved children's TV show Bluey offers more than entertainment, teaching essential life skills to young viewers and their parents.
Trump science cuts trigger mass research layoffs
Deep cuts to US science funding under the Trump administration have led to widespread job losses across research institutions, threatening America's position as a global leader in innovation.
RFK Jr's science funding cuts draw fierce criticism
Robert F. Kennedy Jr's proposed cuts to science research budgets have drawn sharp criticism from experts, warning of dire consequences for innovation and public health.
Trump cuts PFAS research funding, farmers at risk
Former President Donald Trump has cut vital funding for PFAS contamination research, leaving farmers and rural communities vulnerable to the 'forever chemicals' crisis.
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