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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.

France's defence minister makes surprise Kyiv visit

In a dramatic show of European solidarity, France's defence minister Sebastien Lecornu made an unannounced visit to Kyiv as President Macron commits to bolstering Ukraine's air defences against intensifying Russian attacks.

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.

Trump's Shutdown Threat Puts Military Pay at Risk

Former President Donald Trump's endorsement of a government shutdown puts 1.3 million US military personnel's pay at risk, creating a political firestorm just weeks before the presidential election.

MIT rejects Trump policy funding in principles stand

The prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology announces it will reject federal funding tied to Trump administration policies that restrict international student recruitment and research collaboration.

Australia-India Forge Defence Alliance in Canberra

In a landmark meeting that signals a major strategic shift, Australian and Indian defence ministers have pledged to significantly deepen military cooperation and expand joint exercises, creating a formidable partnership in the Indo-Pacific region.

Welsh Govt Demands Emergency Funding Talks

First Minister Vaughan Gething calls for emergency talks with Chancellor Rachel Reeves amid warnings of 'impossible choices' facing Welsh public services.

NHS patient safety at dangerous tipping point

Exclusive: NHS leaders sound alarm as patient safety reaches 'tipping point' amid chronic underfunding and workforce shortages, with new analysis revealing devastating impact on healthcare services across England.

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.

Argentina and Paraguay sign historic defence pact

In a landmark move for South American security cooperation, Argentina and Paraguay have signed a comprehensive defence agreement allowing military forces to operate across borders during joint operations.

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.

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