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UK Measles Cases Soar 831% Amid Vaccination Decline

Global measles cases are surging, with a staggering 831% rise in the UK over a decade. Experts warn crumbling health systems and online misinformation are fuelling the crisis, putting millions of children at risk.

London councils spend £500m on private firms in 2024

A new report exposes London councils' 'sustained reliance' on consultancy and outsourcing firms, with spending exceeding half a billion pounds last year. Discover the impact of austerity and the call to rebuild public services.

Mutual Aid Rises as Britons Seek Community Support

Facing austerity, high costs, and political uncertainty, more people are turning to grassroots mutual aid networks. Discover how communities are helping each other outside formal systems.

Four arrested at Zara NYC Palestine protest

At least four pro-Palestine protesters arrested at Zara's Fifth Avenue store during Black Friday sales. NYPD reports 70 demonstrators in area. Read the latest developments.

TUC demands OBR overhaul ahead of budget

The TUC warns Britain's budget watchdog is hardwired for austerity and strangling growth. Read why a major review is demanded before the autumn budget.

Reeves may lift two-child benefit cap in Budget

Chancellor Rachel Reeves signals potential end to austerity-era two-child benefit cap, a move that could lift 630,000 children from poverty and ease Labour backbench discontent.

Sydney arms expo chaos as protesters clash with police

Violent scenes erupted at Sydney's International Convention Centre as hundreds of anti-war protesters attempted to blockade a major arms exhibition, leading to multiple arrests and police reinforcements being deployed.

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

Metal detectors at Cambs stations after stabbings

Enhanced security measures including walk-through metal detectors are being implemented at railway stations across Cambridgeshire after multiple knife crime incidents, sparking debate over public safety versus civil liberties.

Milei Wins Election, Vows More Radical Reforms

Libertarian firebrand Javier Milei secures decisive election victory, vowing to intensify his controversial economic reforms and 'chainsaw plan' to reshape Argentina's future.

California's Prop 50: Reshaping Trump's Political Future

California voters are poised to decide on Proposition 50, a controversial redistricting measure that could dramatically alter Donald Trump's political fortunes in the 2026 elections by changing how electoral districts are drawn.

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