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State Library of Victoria faces backlash over job cuts plan

The State Library of Victoria, one of the world's busiest, plans to cut 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians. Critics call it a 'crude self-lobotomy' that betrays the institution's core mission. Read more on this cultural crisis.

Swiss Vote: Women in National Service?

Swiss voters decide on a landmark referendum to require women to perform national service, a move supporters say boosts cohesion but critics warn burdens women. Find out the result.

Victoria Beckham to sell $100m fashion brand

Victoria Beckham is reportedly planning to sell her fashion and beauty empire for an estimated $100 million. Discover the journey from financial turmoil to major profit.

Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%

New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.

Canada's recession budget imposes austerity measures

The Canadian government has unveiled a stark austerity budget featuring sweeping spending cuts and tax increases as the nation confronts its first recession in over a decade. Key public services face significant reductions while households brace for finan

Microsoft Azure Hit By Major Global Outage

Microsoft's cloud computing platform Azure experienced widespread service disruptions, affecting businesses and users globally with login failures and connectivity issues.

Insiders Bet on Record UK Government Shutdown

Senior government officials are privately predicting the longest shutdown in British political history as ministers and civil servants remain locked in bitter disputes over spending cuts and policy direction, with no resolution in sight.

Amazon axes hundreds more UK jobs in new cuts

Amazon continues its global workforce reduction with significant cuts to its UK operations, affecting hundreds of employees across multiple divisions including its streaming and Alexa teams.

Victoria's Pet Tax Proposal Sparks Public Outrage

Victoria's government under Jacinta Allan considers implementing a controversial pet ownership tax, sparking outrage among animal lovers and raising concerns about cost-of-living pressures.

Police manhunt after officer shot in Porepunkah

A dramatic police manhunt is underway in regional Victoria after a police officer was shot during a routine traffic stop. Authorities warn the public not to approach armed suspect Dezi Freeman as multiple police units scour the area.

Labour demands probe into Cabinet Secretary's Tory links

Labour Party escalates pressure on Cabinet Secretary Simon Case over undisclosed Conservative Party connections, demanding immediate investigation into potential conflicts of interest at the heart of government.

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