US Government Shutdown Averted in Last-Minute Deal
The US Congress has narrowly avoided a complete government shutdown after passing a last-minute funding package, though key divisions remain unresolved in the ongoing budget battle.
The US Congress has narrowly avoided a complete government shutdown after passing a last-minute funding package, though key divisions remain unresolved in the ongoing budget battle.
The United States officially returns to UNESCO, the UN's cultural and educational agency, reversing Trump-era decision and pledging significant financial support.
The United States faces another government shutdown as Senate Democrats and Republicans clash over spending bills, with federal funding set to expire this weekend amid political gridlock in Washington.
The Trump administration has triggered a major crisis in Chicago by cutting off federal funding, forcing the city to implement emergency measures and threatening essential services across the Windy City.
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.
Dalhousie University's artificial intelligence research funding has been suspended by the Canadian government amid concerns over diversity-focused hiring practices, sparking debate about academic freedom and equity policies.
An American expat shares four unexpected cultural differences between US and UK life, from healthcare surprises to social etiquette quirks that every visitor should know.
New Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy announces radical devolution of arts funding and decision-making, promising to end London's cultural dominance and empower local communities across Britain.
The future of Sydney's beloved 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Bondi Beach is under threat as organisers announce a critical funding shortfall, putting the 2024 event in serious doubt.
A US federal judge has upheld the Trump administration's decision to withdraw funding from UCLA, siding with the government in a pivotal case centred on allegations of antisemitism and free speech violations on campus.
Exclusive investigation reveals the harsh reality of England's school funding crisis as teachers describe classrooms with broken furniture, inadequate heating, and severe resource shortages forcing desperate cost-cutting measures.
The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i
American schools are bracing for severe cuts as a $190bn federal pandemic aid package expires, threatening teacher layoffs, programme cancellations, and larger class sizes across the nation.
Despite devastating 100% arts council funding cuts, Music Theatre Wales continues to thrive through artistic innovation and digital adaptation. Discover how this pioneering opera company is rewriting the rules of survival in UK's challenging cultural land
Local authorities across England warn of catastrophic collapse in SEND provision as funding crisis reaches breaking point, leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Former US President Donald Trump has pledged to eliminate federal funding for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes, a move that threatens crucial financial support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) if he wins a second t
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS cancer services facing devastating cuts, with pioneering treatments denied to patients due to severe financial constraints. Health bosses warn of a looming crisis in oncology care across Britain.
Exclusive investigation reveals England's headteachers are cleaning toilets, fixing boilers, and gardening as school funding hits an all-time low, creating a 'perfect storm' for the education system.
Shocking new data exposes how Britain's cultural institutions are spending millions to store artefacts they can't display, as iconic buildings fall into disrepair and face closure.
A major new report calls for a radical 'national collection' policy, demanding London's Tate and National Gallery lend more iconic artworks to regional museums, ending the capital's art monopoly.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's hospices face unprecedented strain as House of Lords debates assisted dying legislation, with funding shortfalls and ethical dilemmas threatening end-of-life care nationwide.
The Department for Education faces intense criticism after failing to pay the University of Greenwich over £1.2 million for a Medway campus building, sparking a major financial and political row.
Former PM Boris Johnson is under fire to clarify how his private office ensures compliance with strict political funding regulations amid growing transparency concerns.
Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.
Western Australian Museum staff defy management, sending mass email condemning Woodside Energy partnership and fossil fuel funding in cultural institutions.
Exclusive: Donald Trump's controversial installation of loyalists to control the Kennedy Center sparks artistic rebellion and allegations of political interference in Washington's iconic cultural institution.
Former US President Donald Trump vows to drastically cut foreign aid and overhaul international spending if re-elected, targeting organisations like the WHO and UN and pledging to renegotiate fundamental agreements, a move set to redefine global alliances
Northwestern University's president steps down following severe federal funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration, triggering academic turmoil and research programme suspensions.
Melbourne University Publishing announces the cessation of funding for the esteemed literary journal Meanjin, sparking outcry from Australia's cultural community and raising concerns for the future of literary arts.