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.
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.
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.
Millions of Americans face steep health insurance hikes as Affordable Care Act subsidies expire. Premiums rise by 114% on average, sparking political deadlock and fears of a coverage crisis.
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.
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.
Millions of Americans face steep health insurance premium hikes as pandemic-era Obamacare subsidies expire on 31 December 2025. Discover what it means for you.
Angry farmers besieged EU summit, clashing with police over fears the South American trade pact will destroy livelihoods. Read the latest on the escalating protests and political deadlock.
Four Republican moderates join Democrats in a discharge petition to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, averting premium hikes for 22 million. Read the latest from Westminster.
Republicans in swing districts revolt against Speaker Mike Johnson to extend Affordable Care Act tax credits, risking 20 million Americans' insurance. A political standoff ensues as the deadline nears.
Tory leader Kemi Badenoch calls for an end to the 2030 ban on new petrol and diesel car sales, promising to save taxpayers billions and protect the UK car industry.
Greek riot police used tear gas against farmers attempting to blockade Thessaloniki airport over delayed EU subsidies. Protests escalate with nationwide roadblocks. Read the latest.
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.
With just 30 days until subsidies expire, Republican infighting stalls a fix for millions facing doubled health insurance premiums. Can a deal be reached in time?
UK childcare centres will close early five times a year for compulsory staff safety training from February. Learn how this protects children from abuse.
British energy bill payers will fund £2bn annually to EDF for Hinkley Point C and Sizewell C nuclear stations. Discover how CfD agreements impact your bills and UK energy security.
Households to save £150 on energy bills after Chancellor Rachel Reeves moves renewables subsidies to general taxation and scraps the ECO scheme. Find out how the changes will affect you.
Donald Trump refutes reports he backed a two-year ACA subsidy extension, labelling Obamacare a 'disaster'. With 24 million Americans facing doubled premiums, read the latest on the healthcare crisis.
Australia's inflation rate climbs to 3.8% in October, prompting Treasurer Jim Chalmers to consider additional energy bill subsidies in December's midyear budget.
Australian inflation rises to 3.8%, prompting Treasurer Jim Chalmers to consider extending energy bill relief. Discover the latest economic data and government response.
The White House cancels a key healthcare announcement after Republican opposition, risking premium hikes for millions. Discover the political stalemate's impact.
Reform UK promises to revoke Drax's green subsidies and end tree-burning at Britain's largest CO2 emitter. Richard Tice exposes the £8 billion scandal destroying virgin forests.
Exclusive polling reveals Donald Trump's approval rating has hit a new low, dropping 10 points in two months. Voters cite his economic and immigration policies as key reasons for the decline. Discover the full analysis.
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.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces £1.5bn electric vehicle package extending grants until 2030, while launching controversial pay-per-mile tax consultation.
Controversy erupts as Drax power plant continues burning ancient Canadian trees while receiving billions in UK green subsidies. Experts question environmental credentials.