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.
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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.
Council Tax Revolt: Experts Demand Scrap of 'Unfair' System
Leading economic think tanks propose replacing council tax with radical new property levy that could save millions of households hundreds of pounds annually.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
US Government Shutdown Averted in Last-Minute Deal
The US Congress has narrowly avoided a complete government shutdown after passing a last-minute funding package, though key divisions remain unresolved in the ongoing budget battle.
Reform UK's failed cuts force 5-year Kent tax hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how Reform UK's controversial 'DOGE-style' austerity measures backfired, leaving Kent residents facing years of increased council tax bills amid financial turmoil.
Britain's asylum capital at breaking point
An exclusive investigation reveals how one of Britain's most liberal cities is buckling under unprecedented strain as asylum seeker numbers spiral out of control, testing public services and community cohesion to their limits.
Labour unveils radical devolution plans for local power
Senior Labour figures Lucy Powell and Bridget Phillipson announce ambitious plans to devolve significant powers from Whitehall to local communities, marking a fundamental restructuring of British governance.
Dublin Council Defies UK Government on Palestine
Dublin City Council faces Whitehall backlash after voting to fly Palestinian flags and support sanctions against Israel in response to Gaza conflict.
Britain's Pothole Crisis: The Shocking Truth
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's reactive approach to road maintenance is costing taxpayers billions while creating dangerous pothole-ridden streets across the UK.
US Government Shutdown Looms as Senate Deadlock Deepens
The United States faces another government shutdown as Senate Democrats and Republicans clash over spending bills, with federal funding set to expire this weekend amid political gridlock in Washington.
Chicago funding crisis as Trump admin cuts federal support
The Trump administration has triggered a major crisis in Chicago by cutting off federal funding, forcing the city to implement emergency measures and threatening essential services across the Windy City.
UK Government bypasses Holyrood in transport funding row
The UK Government faces accusations of undermining Scottish devolution after directly awarding £15.6 million to local councils, bypassing the Scottish Government in a move branded 'constitutionally unacceptable'.
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.
Nottinghamshire Council Reverses Journalist Ban
A Reform UK-led council in Nottinghamshire has reversed its decision to bar local journalists from meetings following widespread criticism and accusations of undermining democracy.
US Government Shutdown Avoided - Jobs Protected
A dramatic eleventh-hour agreement in Congress prevents US government shutdown, protecting thousands of jobs and maintaining economic stability as federal agencies remain operational.
US Government Shutdown: Global Consequences
As America faces another government shutdown, our analysis reveals the potential ripple effects on British interests, global economies, and international diplomacy.
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.
US Government Shutdown Crisis Explained
America faces another federal government shutdown as political deadlock threatens to halt essential services and plunge the nation into chaos.
US Senate passes emergency funding bill to prevent shutdown
The US Senate narrowly approved a temporary funding extension to prevent a government shutdown, revealing deep political divisions as the midnight deadline loomed.
US Shutdown Threatens Healthcare for Millions
A looming US government shutdown threatens to disrupt healthcare for millions of vulnerable Americans, with Medicaid services and medical research facing immediate suspension as political deadlock continues.
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.
Reform UK Launches Trump-Style Boycott of Nottingham Post
Reform UK councillors in Nottinghamshire launch a Trumpian media boycott against the Nottingham Post, accusing it of biased reporting on their first 100 days in power. The dramatic move escalates tensions between the new administration and local press.
Ministers face rebellion over special needs funding crisis
A growing rebellion over the crisis in special educational needs funding is brewing, with parents, councils, and Tory MPs uniting against the government's failing system.
Teachers reveal shocking state of UK schools: freezing classrooms, broken furniture
Exclusive investigation reveals the harsh reality of England's school funding crisis as teachers describe classrooms with broken furniture, inadequate heating, and severe resource shortages forcing desperate cost-cutting measures.
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
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.
SEND Education Crisis: UK Councils Warn of System Collapse
Local authorities across England warn of catastrophic collapse in SEND provision as funding crisis reaches breaking point, leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Village Shops Close as Council Fails to Fix Broken Bridge
A once-thriving English village faces economic ruin after its vital footbridge collapsed. Furious locals blame council inertia for cutting them off and forcing shops to close, demanding immediate action.
Labour slams 'out of touch' ministers over pothole fund cuts
Labour accuses the Conservative government of slashing vital road maintenance funding by £400m, leaving councils unable to fix potholes as the UK faces a growing road repair crisis.
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