Musk's DOGE Fails to Cut US Spending Despite Fanfare
An investigation reveals Elon Musk's government efficiency drive failed to curb federal spending, which rose to $7.01tn. Key savings claims were inaccurate. Read the full analysis.
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2025 US Federal Holidays: Extra Christmas Days Off
US federal employees will enjoy 13 holidays in 2025, including two extra days off around Christmas. Discover the full list of official dates and what it means for workers.
Trump adds two Christmas holidays for federal workers
President Trump signs executive order giving federal staff Christmas Eve and Boxing Day off, after earlier criticising 'non-working holidays' like Juneteenth. Read the full story.
Trump adds two federal holidays for Christmas 2025
President Trump signs an order giving federal employees Christmas Eve and Boxing Day off in 2025, a move following his criticism of too many national holidays. Read the full story.
Judge blocks Trump administration layoffs of federal workers
A federal judge moves to block hundreds of layoffs at US agencies, citing a law passed to end the government shutdown. Read the latest on this legal setback.
Budget Leak Causes Market Chaos, Tax Hikes Revealed
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces Budget leak crisis revealing tax increases for one in four workers by 2030, sparking financial market turmoil and political fallout.
Federal Agents Hunt Man Over Threat to Trump Lawyer
US authorities search for Keith Michael Lisa, 51, accused of threatening Trump's attorney Alina Habba with a bat. Read the latest on this breaking security incident.
Judge blocks Trump's UC funding cuts
A federal judge has barred the Trump administration from immediately cutting funding to the University of California over discrimination claims. Discover the legal battle's implications.
US Government Shutdown 2025 Timeline
The US faces another government shutdown as Congress fails to pass funding bills. Discover the key dates and potential consequences of this political standoff.
US Government Shutdown Ends After 43-Day Standoff
US lawmakers pass budget ending 43-day shutdown, funding key departments until 2026 and restoring pay for federal workers. Discover the full implications of the deal.
US Government Shutdown: Day 37 Crisis Deepens
America faces unprecedented turmoil as the longest government shutdown in history enters its 37th day, with vital services collapsing and economic damage mounting daily.
Trump pressure threatens US government shutdown
Former President Donald Trump's pressure on Republican lawmakers threatens to trigger a massive federal government shutdown, putting millions of workers and essential services at risk.
Police Scotland demands extra £140m amid budget crisis
Police Scotland faces its most severe financial crisis since its creation, with chiefs warning they need an additional £140 million annually just to maintain current service levels amid rising operational costs.
US Faces Longest Government Shutdown in History
The United States plunges into unprecedented political turmoil as Congress fails to pass funding legislation, triggering the longest government shutdown in American history with 800,000 federal workers facing unpaid leave.
Canada's deficit soars in pre-emptive Trump tariff defence
Mark Carney's government unveils massive spending package, adding tens of billions to deficit in pre-emptive strike against potential Trump tariffs. Analysis of Canada's economic defence strategy.
US Government Shutdown: Senate Vote on Day 35
As America's government shutdown stretches into its fifth week, the Senate prepares for a critical funding vote that could end the political stalemate. Discover the latest developments and what this means for federal services.
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
US Government Shutdown Looms Over Border Wall Funding
Washington braces for potential government shutdown as political deadlock over immigration policy threatens to halt federal operations, with Trump demanding border wall funding and Democrats refusing to compromise.
US Government Shutdown Threat Over Trump SNAP Comments
America faces another potential government shutdown as former President Trump's controversial remarks about food stamp programmes intensify Republican demands for spending cuts, creating a political standoff that could halt federal operations.
Southampton Boat Show faces brutal budget uncertainty
The prestigious Southampton International Boat Show faces unprecedented challenges as government budget delays create a 'brutal' atmosphere, leaving marine businesses feeling 'very attacked' and threatening the future of this cornerstone UK marine event.
Trump pressures Senate to change rules amid shutdown threat
Former President Donald Trump pressures Senate Republicans to eliminate filibuster rules to force through spending bills, risking federal government shutdown in dramatic political standoff.
US Government Shutdown Costs Economy $10+ Billion
The 2025 US government shutdown has inflicted over $10 billion in economic losses, with federal workers facing unpaid wages and critical services disrupted amid political deadlock.
Chicago Mayor declares sanctuary for illegal immigrants
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson faces mounting criticism after declaring the city will welcome illegal immigrants, as resources strain under the ongoing border crisis. Exclusive analysis of the political fallout.
Federal Workers Union Threatens Strike Over Shutdown
The American Federation of Government Employees warns of unprecedented industrial action as 800,000 federal workers face working without pay during budget impasse.
Federal workers face pay anxiety as shutdown threat looms
Millions of US federal employees confront financial uncertainty as political brinkmanship threatens government shutdown, leaving families in limbo and essential services at risk.
US shutdown forces workers into risky loans
Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees face financial catastrophe as political deadlock triggers government shutdown, forcing workers to take out high-interest loans to survive.
US Government Shutdown Threatens Federal Worker Pay
Hundreds of thousands of American federal employees confront financial uncertainty as political gridlock threatens government shutdown, with Democrats pushing emergency legislation to protect worker pay.
Chicago emergency over Texas migrant influx
Chicago faces a deepening humanitarian crisis as Texas governor Greg Abbott's migrant busing strategy strains city services, prompting emergency declarations and federal aid requests.
Alabama man faces federal death penalty in murder case
Decarlos Brown Jr. could face execution after federal indictment in the brutal kidnapping and murder of 25-year-old mother Sidniea Dubose, whose body was found in remote woodland.
US Shutdown Threatens Food Stamps for Millions
Critical government funding deadline looms as political infighting threatens to strip food assistance from vulnerable Americans and disrupt essential services.
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