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Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops

Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.

Scottish NHS boards get £135M emergency bailout

NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.

Peter Watkins: Revolutionary Film-Maker's Legacy

Discover how Peter Watkins, the visionary director behind 'Culloden' and 'The War Game', challenged conventional film-making and faced censorship for his radical approach to documentary cinema.

Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now

As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.

Vice-chancellors' pay soars as universities face cuts

As UK universities face financial crisis with course cuts and staff redundancies, Guardian analysis reveals vice-chancellors' pay packages have soared to record levels, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling institutions.

Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project

Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.

Wisconsin Republicans Block Planned Parenthood Funding

Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin have rejected a federal funding proposal that would have provided millions for Planned Parenthood's healthcare services, affecting thousands of low-income patients across the state.

Hollywood Star's Secret Sci-Fi Film Stuns Industry

Exclusive: An acclaimed Hollywood actor secretly produces and stars in a breathtaking sci-fi short film that's taking the internet by storm with its stunning visuals and profound message.

Shelby Oaks Review: Viral Horror Hits Big Screen

The YouTube sensation's long-awaited horror film Shelby Oaks delivers genuine scares and proves online buzz can translate to cinematic excellence in this found-footage nightmare.

Sydney Sweeney's Boxing Film 'Christy' Takes Critical Beating

As Sydney Sweeney's new boxing film 'Christy' faces brutal reviews, Brian Viner's analysis reveals the Euphoria star might be suffering from political backlash rather than delivering a poor performance. Discover why critics are divided on this biographica

Bigelow's AI Warhol Film Warns of Nuclear Peril

Oscar-winning director Kathryn Bigelow unveils her revolutionary AI-powered Andy Warhol biopic exploring nuclear annihilation fears, marking a seismic shift in filmmaking technology.

Neurodiverse filmmakers win top London Film Festival award

A groundbreaking neurodiverse filmmaking collective has been honoured with the Creative Audacity Award at the 2025 London Film Festival, celebrating their innovative approach to cinema that challenges conventional storytelling.

NSW funds literature to combat AI-generated stories

The New South Wales government launches a groundbreaking funding initiative to protect authentic Australian storytelling from the rising tide of AI-generated content, championing human creativity.

Free Bus Pass Crisis for England's Seniors

Exclusive: The cherished free bus pass scheme for England's older generation hangs in the balance as ministers and local councils clash over who should foot the bill. Discover how this political standoff could leave millions stranded.

Trump: GOP States Should Stop Funding Democratic Areas

Former President Donald Trump has ignited a political firestorm by urging Republican-led states to halt financial support to Democratic states amid government shutdown threats, creating deep divisions in American politics.

British Basketball Team Suspended in Betting Scandal

The future of British men's basketball hangs in the balance as the entire team faces suspension and UK Sport funding is jeopardised following serious betting allegations involving players and staff.

Science in Crisis: CSIRO Funding Collapse Demands Action

Australia's premier scientific organisation, CSIRO, confronts an existential threat as chronic underfunding triggers brain drain and research cuts. Scientific leaders issue urgent plea to Prime Minister Albanese to rescue national science capability.

Reeves to scrap non-dom tax status raising billions

Shadow Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces radical plan to abolish non-dom tax status, potentially generating tens of billions for NHS, schools and policing while closing 'unfair loopholes' for wealthy elites.

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