US childcare funds frozen, 'catastrophic' fears for families
The Trump administration has frozen $10bn in social funds for five US states, threatening childcare for hundreds of thousands. Experts warn of a looming disaster for low-income families.
The Trump administration has frozen $10bn in social funds for five US states, threatening childcare for hundreds of thousands. Experts warn of a looming disaster for low-income families.
The Trump administration has frozen $10bn in federal funding for childcare and needy families in five Democratic states, with experts warning of catastrophic consequences for hundreds of thousands of families. Read the full story.
Gov. Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Mamdani announce a landmark free childcare initiative for two-year-olds in New York City, aiming to ease the burden on working families. Read the full details.
The Trump administration has frozen a key childcare subsidy program, leaving millions of low-income families in limbo. Discover the impact and political fallout of this major policy shift.
The DWP's Local Housing Allowance freeze for 2026/27 will leave claimants with a £43 weekly shortfall. Discover the impact on over 1 million households.
A Minnesota daycare manager's expensive eyewear at a burglary press conference draws scrutiny amid a major Somali-linked fraud probe. Discover the clash over funding, language, and community support.
A Minneapolis daycare manager faced scrutiny over $2,500 glasses while reporting a break-in, amid a wider scandal over alleged fraud in taxpayer-funded childcare centres. Read the full story.
President Donald Trump used his New Year's Eve address to allege widespread fraud in Democrat-run states, prompting federal fund freezes and investigations. Read the full story.
A Minneapolis childcare centre reports a break-in and stolen documents days after a viral video alleged fraud in Somali-run facilities. The incident sparks debate over funding and community safety.
The Trump administration halts federal child care funding to all 50 states, demanding stricter verification. Minnesota faces extra scrutiny over alleged fraud schemes. What this means for families.
Former President Trump and Vice President Walz clash over halted childcare funding in Ilhan Omar's Minnesota district. Discover the political fallout and impact on families.
A viral YouTube video alleging a billion-dollar childcare fraud scandal in Minnesota has triggered a major political storm, with figures like Donald Trump seizing on the claims. Discover the full story.
A viral YouTube investigation alleging a billion-dollar fraud in Minnesota has ignited a US political firestorm, with figures like Donald Trump seizing on the claims. Discover the full story.
The Trump administration halts federal childcare funding to Minnesota, citing fraud. Governor Tim Walz calls it a political move, noting years of prior prosecutions. Read the full story.
Federal authorities freeze payments to Minnesota after daycare fraud allegations. HHS demands audit and implements new spending controls nationwide. Read the latest developments.
The Government urges UK families to apply for expanded funded childcare before 1 January. Over 500,000 parents could save £2,500 per child. Check eligibility now.
The UK government urges parents to apply for funded childcare by January 1. Eligible families could save thousands, but awareness gaps risk leaving many behind.
Major UK DIY supplier Toolstation has entered administration, with staff told to stay home and more than 100 roles set to be cut. Get the latest updates on this breaking story.
Joshua Dale Brown, a former Melbourne childcare worker, is charged with 83 new offences relating to alleged sexual abuse of infants and toddlers. Police identify four new alleged victims.
Luxury caravan manufacturer Zone RV has entered voluntary administration, putting 250 jobs in doubt and leaving customers stranded just before Christmas. Read the full story.
President Trump announces an indefinite pause on US asylum decisions following a fatal shooting of a National Guard member. Read the latest developments and expert warnings.
UK childcare centres will close early five times a year for compulsory staff safety training from February. Learn how this protects children from abuse.
Chancellor's extended tax threshold freeze will push workers into punitive marginal rates up to 380 million percent. Discover how to protect your income.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves delivers her first Budget with a freeze on income tax thresholds, a new electric vehicle tax, and a rail fare freeze. Discover the key measures impacting your finances.
Anthony Albanese aims to make universal childcare his political legacy as Labor advances plans requiring private operators to share commercial data. Discover the government's ambitious reforms.
The US Supreme Court will re-examine the controversial 'metering' asylum policy, a tool used by past administrations to control border numbers. Discover the legal implications.
Ragan Freeze, daughter of Auburn head coach Hugh Freeze, launches passionate social media defence of her father following university criticism over staff hiring decisions.
Millions of British families face soaring childcare costs as emergency government funding introduced during COVID-19 is scheduled to end next year, threatening the stability of nurseries and childcare providers nationwide.
Northern Territory authorities launch urgent investigation after 18-month-old Ebony Thompson dies suddenly at a Darwin childcare facility, leaving family and community devastated.
Shocking allegations of child abuse at ABC Childcare centres spark nationwide police investigation. Exclusive details reveal disturbing patterns and systemic failures in safeguarding vulnerable children.