Assisted Dying Bill 'Law for Rich' Row Over Legal Aid Ban
Baroness Coffey's amendment to block legal aid for assisted dying court applications ignites a 'law for the rich' storm. Read the latest from the Lords debate.
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NI Barristers Strike Indefinitely Over Legal Aid Fees
Criminal barristers in Northern Ireland begin an indefinite strike, demanding urgent action on legal aid fees unchanged since 2005. The action threatens to worsen court backlogs and delay trials.
US Imposes Demands on $2bn UN Aid, Excluding Crises
The US pledges $2bn in aid with strict terms, demanding the UN funnel money through a single fund and prioritise 17 countries, excluding Afghanistan and Yemen. Experts warn of a 'nail in the coffin' for impartial humanitarianism. Read the full analysis.
US $2bn Aid Pledge Comes with 'Adapt or Die' Demands to UN
The US has pledged $2bn in aid but demands the UN implement sweeping changes, funnels money to 17 priority countries, and excludes crises in Afghanistan and Yemen. Experts warn of a 'nail in the coffin' for independent humanitarian action.
Lawyer struck off for claiming 28-hour work days
A prison law solicitor has been struck off for falsifying timesheets, claiming she worked over 28 hours a day to secure a £69,300 bonus. The tribunal called her actions 'an impossibility'.
US pledges $2bn in new UN humanitarian aid model
The US pledges $2bn for a new UN aid delivery model, covering 17 countries. Gaza and Yemen are excluded, handled separately. Read the full details on the funding shift.
Millions Face Hunger in Afghanistan After International Aid Cuts
Severe cuts to international humanitarian aid have plunged Afghanistan into a devastating winter crisis, with over 17 million facing acute hunger. Read how aid reductions and refugee returns are creating a perfect storm of suffering.
UK accused of breaking key aid promise to Sudan
The UK faces accusations of breaking a key aid pledge to Sudan, with drastic cuts to support for refugees in South Sudan driving a severe humanitarian crisis. Read the full report.
Bondi terror suspect's Legal Aid sparks outrage
Outrage as alleged Bondi Beach terrorist receives taxpayer-funded Legal Aid. Australian Jewish Association demands law reform. Full details on the charges and investigation.
U.S. Aid Cuts Devastate Rohingya Children in Camps
Deep cuts to U.S. foreign aid have closed schools in Rohingya camps, forcing children into labour and early marriage. See the full impact.
Child Deaths to Rise for First Time This Century After Aid Cuts
A devastating Gates Foundation report projects 200,000 extra under-5 deaths this year, reversing decades of progress. UK and US aid cuts are blamed. Read the full analysis.
Ireland pledges €100m aid during Zelensky Dublin visit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky thanked Ireland for its 'generosity' during a historic Dublin visit, as the Irish Government announced €100 million in new non-lethal aid. Read the latest on the Ukraine-Ireland partnership.
Somalia's Healthcare Crisis Worsens After US Aid Cuts
Exclusive report reveals how Trump administration aid cuts have devastated Somalia's fragile healthcare system, leaving thousands without medical care. Discover the human impact.
Gaza Humanitarian Foundation ends operations
Controversial US and Israel-backed aid group GHF ceases Gaza operations after months of deadly violence at distribution sites. Over 1,000 Palestinians killed or injured seeking food aid.
17-year asylum limbo: One man's UK ordeal
After fleeing torture, Ussu endured 17 years in UK asylum system facing homelessness, injury and legal failures. His story exposes systemic flaws in Britain's immigration process.
Labour MPs demand Reeves U-turn on foreign aid cuts
Senior Labour MPs demand Chancellor Rachel Reeves provides a roadmap to restore the UK's foreign aid budget to 0.7% of GNI, warning current cuts risk lives and UK influence.
Former Ministers: Defence Boost Must Not Cut Aid
Ex-ministers argue UK's soft power is vital for global stability. Cutting foreign aid for defence spending risks Britain's influence and security. A return to 0.7% is essential.
Record £14.4m legal aid for asylum seekers in Scotland
Taxpayers funded £14.4m in legal aid for asylum cases in Scotland last year, a 20% increase. Discover how migration impacts public spending and local services.
60p dishwasher rinse aid alternative revealed
Discover the 60p cupboard staple that replaces expensive dishwasher rinse aid, prevents water spots and leaves dishes gleaming. Try this viral hack today!
UK Cuts Global Health Fund Aid by 40%
Britain's decision to cut £120m from Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria sparks outrage among health experts and charities. Critics warn this undermines UK's global health leadership.
Abramovich Sues UK Over Frozen Chelsea Sale Billions
Former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich launches explosive legal battle against UK government, accusing Whitehall of unlawfully blocking £2.5bn from club sale reaching humanitarian causes.
Trump's Global Gag Rule devastates African healthcare
Exclusive investigation reveals how US aid cuts under Trump's expanded Mexico City Policy have devastated reproductive health services across Africa, forcing clinic closures and endangering vulnerable women.
South Sudan food crisis deepens as WFP suspends aid
Critical food assistance suspended in South Sudan's Nasir county after devastating looting, leaving thousands facing starvation as humanitarian crisis deepens.
Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
Sudan's Catastrophe: Aid Workers Reveal Mass Starvation Horror
Exclusive testimony from frontline aid workers exposes the deepening humanitarian nightmare in Sudan, where civilians face mass starvation, systematic violence, and desperate escapes amid collapsing infrastructure.
UK Aid Workers Targeted in Sudan Hospital Massacre
British humanitarian staff face execution-style killings in Sudan's escalating civil war as Rapid Support Forces intensify attacks on civilian infrastructure and aid operations.
Malaria Resurgence: A Warning of Global Health Crisis
As international aid budgets shrink, malaria cases are rising dramatically. This deadly resurgence could signal a much broader global health crisis in the making.
Australia isolated in Pacific aid battle with China
New analysis shows Australia is increasingly isolated in its efforts to counter China's expanding influence across the Pacific through development aid, as other Western nations scale back their presence in the region.
Mbera Camp: Aid Cuts Threaten 140,000 Refugees
Exclusive report from Mauritania's Mbera refugee camp reveals how drastic funding cuts are pushing 140,000 Malian refugees to the brink of survival, with food rations slashed and essential services collapsing.
Trump's Billions to Argentina: The Geopolitical Gamble
Donald Trump's controversial decision to channel billions in US funds to Argentina raises urgent questions about foreign policy, economic strategy, and potential global repercussions. Our investigation uncovers the real motives behind this unprecedented m
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