A US federal judge has temporarily blocked the Trump administration from freezing billions in childcare and family support funds for five Democratic-led states. Read the full story on the legal battle.
Shoppers queued from dawn for Boxing Day sales at Bicester Village and on UK high streets, but Barclays predicts spending will be £1bn lower than 2024 amid economic pressures.
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.
Shoppers in the UK and US made over 100 billion debit card payments last year, generating $4.7 trillion. Discover the trends in physical vs. online spending and the preferred payment method at checkout.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Analysis reveals a growing mismatch between UK's Cold War military reputation and current defence spending, as Germany and France increase budgets and debate national service. Read why experts warn of strategic risks.
Donald Trump's golf travel has cost US taxpayers $71m since January, with total spending potentially reaching a staggering $300m. Discover the full financial impact.
A new survey reveals the Black Friday purchases Brits most regret, with clothes and takeaways topping the list. Discover the full ranking and expert spending tips.
UK shoppers are predicted to spend nearly £14 billion this Black Friday weekend. Discover the top spending trends and expert tips to avoid scams and find genuine deals.
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.
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.
The US faces another government shutdown as Republicans and Democrats remain deadlocked over spending bills. Discover how this political standoff could impact services and workers.
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.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer accuses Conservatives of planning irresponsible pre-election spending that could cripple the next government, as he outlines his party's economic priorities.
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.
Exclusive: Donald Trump pressures Republican senators to filibuster spending bills, risking federal shutdown in dramatic showdown over Biden administration policies. Political crisis looms as GOP faces internal battle.
The American Federation of Government Employees warns of unprecedented industrial action as 800,000 federal workers face working without pay during budget impasse.
Millions of US federal employees confront financial uncertainty as political brinkmanship threatens government shutdown, leaving families in limbo and essential services at risk.
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.
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.
The United States national debt has surged past a terrifying milestone, growing at its fastest pace in history. Experts warn this unprecedented acceleration threatens global economic stability.
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.
America faces another government shutdown crisis as political divisions between Senate Democrats and House Republicans threaten to halt federal operations within days.
Exclusive: Former President Trump directs controversial budget cuts while ensuring military salaries continue amid looming government shutdown crisis
A California federal judge delivers a major blow to the Trump administration, blocking their controversial move to recall federal employees without pay during the government shutdown.
Former President Donald Trump unveils radical plan to slash federal workforce through sweeping layoffs and hiring freezes, sparking concerns about government stability and public services.
House Speaker Mike Johnson confronts a major political crisis as hardline Republicans threaten to derail spending bills, pushing the US government toward a potential shutdown just weeks before the presidential election.