US Government Shutdown Looms as Funding Deadline Nears
America faces imminent government shutdown as political deadlock over funding intensifies. Critical services at risk as Trump administration takes hardline stance in budget negotiations.
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Outrage: Surge in Attacks on Aid Workers Must End
Exclusive analysis reveals an alarming escalation in violent assaults against aid workers globally. This is a crisis of humanity that demands urgent international attention and action.
UK Aid Cuts to Ukraine Are 'Gift to Putin' - Shapps
Defence Secretary Grant Shapps has issued a stark warning that the UK's drastic cuts to military aid for Ukraine represent a dangerous 'gift' to Vladimir Putin, undermining the fight against Russian aggression and risking global security.
US Schools Face Financial Cliff as Federal Covid Aid Ends
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.
Trump's Supreme Court challenge over Fed's Lisa Cook
Former President Trump initiates a Supreme Court battle to block the renomination of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, setting up a major constitutional confrontation over presidential powers and central bank independence.
UK Minister Defends Ghana Aid Cuts in Tense Accra Meeting
UK Development Minister Jenny Chapman confronted Ghanaian officials over aid dependency during a heated meeting in Accra, defending controversial aid reductions amid growing diplomatic tensions.
KC: Legal Aid Reform 'Astonishing Act of Self-Harm'
In a scathing critique, Thomas Ross KC warns that removing specialist criminal barristers from the Legal Aid Agency's advisory panel is a catastrophic move that will undermine fair trials and worsen the crisis in the UK's justice system.
Epileptic Seizure First Aid: Study Reveals Lifesaving Steps
Groundbreaking UK research challenges old first aid advice for epileptic seizures, revealing the crucial actions that can save a life and the common myth that puts people at risk.
Powell Warns: High Inflation to Delay Rate Cuts
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell delivers sobering testimony, indicating prolonged high interest rates as inflation proves more persistent than anticipated, sending ripples through global markets.
Court Upholds Trump's Firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook
A US appeals court has dismissed Lisa Cook's lawsuit against Donald Trump, ruling the former president had absolute immunity when he fired her from the Federal Reserve Board in 2025. The landmark decision raises serious questions about presidential power
ICE Agent Shot in Critical Condition in Chicago
A US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent is in critical condition after a targeted shooting in Chicago's West Side. Federal authorities are investigating the brazen daylight attack.
Taliban's Female Aid Worker Ban Hinders Quake Relief
A major earthquake in Afghanistan has triggered a humanitarian crisis, with the Taliban's prohibition on women aid workers critically obstructing UN and NGO efforts to deliver vital assistance to the most vulnerable survivors.
US may require immigration checks for federal poverty programmes
Exclusive: A new federal proposal could require millions of families in US poverty programmes to verify their immigration status, creating potential barriers to essential early childhood education and nutrition support.
Federal Agents Raid Chicago Suburb in Major Operation
The Chicago suburb of Evanston was the scene of a significant federal law enforcement operation on Monday, with agents from multiple agencies executing a search warrant at a residential property. The nature of the investigation remains undisclosed as auth
Trump axes Ukraine security aid amid impeachment crisis
In a bombshell move, Donald Trump has ordered the freezing of vital US security aid to Ukraine, a decision at the heart of the impeachment inquiry shaking Westminster and the White House.
Democrats Pressure Biden Over Gaza Humanitarian Crisis
A coalition of over 40 Democrat lawmakers has issued a stark letter to President Biden, urging the swift establishment of a dedicated foundation to bypass aid blockades and get vital humanitarian assistance into Gaza, signalling growing party unrest over
Cumberbatch Leads Star-Studded Palestine Concert at Wembley
A-list celebrities including Benedict Cumberbatch and Steve Coogan unite at Wembley Arena for humanitarian aid concert supporting Palestine. Event organised by War Child UK and Medical Aid for Palestinians.
Afghanistan Quake Death Toll Hits 900 - Taliban Pleads for Aid
A devastating 6.1 magnitude earthquake in eastern Afghanistan has killed over 900 people, with the Taliban government issuing a rare appeal for international assistance as rescue efforts continue.
UK Senators Demand Emergency Baby Formula for Gaza Crisis
Cross-party group of UK parliamentarians demands immediate action to address severe baby formula shortage in Gaza, warning of catastrophic humanitarian consequences for infants.
Trump's Plan to Strip Protections from US Federal Workforce
Exclusive: The Trump administration is advancing a sweeping plan to strip job protections from thousands of federal employees, potentially reshaping the US government's structure and igniting a fierce political battle over the future of the American civil
Israel Ends Gaza Aid Pauses, Deepening Famine Crisis
The Israeli military has ended daily humanitarian pauses for aid deliveries to Gaza City, exacerbating what UN officials call 'full-blown famine' conditions. Critical supplies are stranded as diplomatic efforts stall.
Trump Sued by Fed's Lisa Cook Over Discrimination Claims
Former President Donald Trump is being sued by Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, who alleges a campaign of racial and gender-based discrimination derailed her initial confirmation. The landmark case exposes deep tensions within the US financial oversigh
Fed Governor Lisa Cook Sues Trump Over Dismissal
US Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook launches landmark lawsuit against former President Donald Trump, alleging unlawful termination and constitutional violations in a dramatic political clash.
Who is Lisa Cook? The Economist Reshaping US Policy
An in-depth look at the life and career of Dr Lisa Cook, the pioneering economist making history at the Federal Reserve. Discover her journey from academic excellence to shaping global economic policy.
Trump pledges federal crackdown on crime in Democrat cities
In a fiery campaign speech, Donald Trump pledges to send federal forces into Democrat-run cities like Chicago and Detroit to combat soaring crime rates, labelling them 'cesspools of violence'.
Devon man's modified Toyota Hilux delivers aid to Ukraine
A resourceful mechanic from Devon has converted his Toyota Hilux into a rugged aid vehicle, braving warzones to deliver critical supplies from the UK to Ukraine's front lines.
Labour Rebellion Over Starmer's Foreign Aid Stance
Sir Keir Starmer confronts a significant internal Labour Party revolt over his refusal to commit to reinstating the UK's 0.7% foreign aid budget, exposing a deep rift with his own MPs and backbenchers.
Devon Ukraine Aid Convoy Ambushed in Shocking Attack
A humanitarian aid mission from Devon to Ukraine was violently ambushed, leaving volunteers injured and vehicles destroyed. The brave team shares their harrowing ordeal.
Trump-Appointed Fed Governor Lisa Cook Resigns
Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, a historic appointee, announces her resignation effective July 15th. Her departure follows a contentious tenure marked by political attacks from Trump allies and unsubstantiated fraud allegations.
Aid ship sails from Cyprus to Gaza amid crisis
A humanitarian aid ship carrying food supplies has departed Cyprus for Gaza, offering a lifeline amid the escalating Middle East crisis. The latest updates on the situation.
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