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.
Tribute to Hugh Corbet, the tenacious research director whose outsider think-tank, the Federal Trust, profoundly influenced Britain's political discourse on Europe and devolution for decades.
Science Secretary Peter Kyle confronts university leaders over drastic international student reductions, warning of severe financial and research consequences for UK higher education.
A US federal judge has rejected Donald Trump's attempt to cut federal funding for Harvard, MIT, and Penn, dismissing his claims that the universities failed to protect Jewish students as a 'thinly veiled' attack on free speech.
The Trump administration has moved to sever federal funding to Harvard University, citing concerns over free speech, foreign influence, and institutional bias. This decision sends shockwaves through the academic world and raises questions about the politi
US lawmakers face a critical deadline to avert a government shutdown, with former President Trump pressuring Republicans to halt funding unless border wall demands are met. Key political standoffs and economic implications analysed.
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
Exclusive: Cambridge scientists uncover compelling evidence linking common viral infections to the onset of diabetes, potentially revolutionising prevention and treatment approaches.
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
Top US health officials warn that proposed cuts to the National Institutes of Health could cripple medical research and jeopardise future pandemic preparedness.
Exclusive: Former President Donald Trump allegedly pressured South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem to defund FEMA, the critical federal disaster response agency, during his 2024 campaign, according to a bombshell new book.
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
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.
Exclusive: A damning report reveals the over-medicalisation of youth mental health is creating a financially unsustainable crisis for the NHS, costing the state a staggering £16 billion annually and stretching support services to their absolute limit.
Exclusive investigation reveals nearly a third of UK pharmacy owners have remortgaged their homes to keep businesses running amid funding crisis and rising costs.
The Trump administration has formally terminated its funding agreement for California's ambitious high-speed rail project, demanding the return of $3.5 billion in federal grants and dealing a potentially fatal blow to the long-delayed infrastructure progr
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.
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'.
Exclusive investigation reveals NHS splurged millions on PR and communications staff while GP practices struggle with funding shortages and patient backlogs.
The Trump administration has declared war on sanctuary cities, threatening to strip billions in federal funds from jurisdictions that limit cooperation with ICE. Major metro areas like New York and Chicago vow to fight the controversial policy in court.
The Trump administration threatens to slash federal funding from US universities that fail to curb anti-government protests, sparking a fierce debate over free speech and academic independence.
London's world-renowned Notting Hill Carnival faces an unprecedented funding crisis as organisers reveal a critical £625,000 shortfall for essential policing and security measures, threatening the future of Europe's largest street festival.
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.
Renowned physicist Brian Cox delivers a scathing critique of the UK government's science funding, warning of a 'catastrophic failure of ambition' that threatens to dismantle Britain's world-leading research reputation.
Internal unrest grows at the Alan Turing Institute as employees call for a complete reset, citing a deepening identity crisis and unclear strategic direction.
The BBC is under scrutiny as a legal challenge questions the transparency of its research funding practices, sparking debate over public service accountability.
Reductions in US funding for mRNA vaccine research could have severe consequences for global health security, pandemic preparedness, and future medical breakthroughs.
Leading UK universities, including Oxford and Imperial College London, warn of financial instability due to government funding cuts, risking research and global competitiveness.
Texas and Oklahoma escalate their battle against the Biden administration, filing lawsuits over federal border policies. The states accuse the government of failing to protect against illegal crossings, sparking a heated legal and political conflict.