Tory Cuts Leave Councils as 'Social Care Factories'
Labour's municipal reforms face an uphill battle against a decade of Conservative cuts that gutted local services. Can councils move beyond crisis management?
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Victoria Introduces New Laws to Protect Retail Workers
Victoria announces groundbreaking legislation to criminalise violence against retail and hospitality staff, with offenders facing up to 10 years in prison. Read about the new protections.
First UK pedestrian killed by self-driving car
A British factory worker has tragically become the first pedestrian in the UK to be killed by a self-driving vehicle in a shocking incident that raises serious questions about autonomous vehicle safety.
Four Mexican workers killed in Wisconsin farm gas leak
Four Mexican nationals have died in a suspected carbon monoxide leak at a Wisconsin dairy farm, prompting investigations into migrant worker safety standards in America's agricultural heartland.
Teachout Endorsement Shakes Up NYC Mayoral Race
In a stunning political development, progressive champion Zephyr Teachout has thrown her weight behind community organiser Eisha Love in the Democratic primary, creating a formidable progressive alliance that could upend New York City's political establis
Rail worker killed protecting passengers in knife attack
Tributes pour in for brave railway employee Darren Sherwood, fatally attacked while shielding commuters during violent knife assault at Huntingdon station.
Rail worker fights for life after 15-minute horror attack
A railway maintenance worker remains in critical condition after a brutal assault while inspecting tracks near London, sparking nationwide outrage and calls for better worker protection.
Connecticut Water War: Towns Clash Over Sewage Costs
A bitter financial dispute over sewage treatment costs has erupted between Watertown and Waterbury, Connecticut, threatening local services and revealing deep tensions between the neighbouring communities.
Lebanon orders army to confront Israeli soldiers
Lebanese President Najib Mikati directs army to engage Israeli soldiers following deadly border raid that killed a municipal worker, escalating tensions in the region.
Hotel worker murder: Killer found guilty
A 23-year-old man has been convicted of murdering hotel worker Bartosz Kuczynski in a violent attack near Walsall railway station. The jury rejected his manslaughter defence after hearing chilling evidence of the sustained assault.
Social worker who helped jail grooming gang killed by driver
A courageous young woman who helped bring a grooming gang to justice has been killed by a dangerous driver in a modified BMW. Read the shocking story of justice denied.
Indigenous tribes claim ownership of all homes in Canadian city
The quiet community of Richmond, British Columbia, has been plunged into turmoil after local First Nations tribes asserted legal ownership over all private homes and municipal buildings, leaving residents in legal limbo and threatening to upend property r
California's bold bid to unionise workers nationwide
California launches unprecedented campaign to unionise workers across multiple states, sparking fierce debate about workers' rights versus business interests in America's evolving labour landscape.
US city votes to boycott Israel in landmark move
The city of Somerville, Massachusetts, has sparked international controversy by becoming the first US municipality to officially boycott Israel, creating diplomatic ripples and dividing local opinion.
French City Shamed by Graffiti Sparking National Debate
The historic city of Nîmes in southern France confronts its urban deterioration crisis after anonymous graffiti declaring 'Nîmes, I am ashamed of you' appears across the city, igniting a nationwide conversation about France's urban decline.
Child attacks elderly worker in Kansas City store
Disturbing video captures a young child brutally assaulting a 70-year-old shop worker while adults watch in Kansas City convenience store. Police investigation underway.
Israeli Airstrike on Yemeni Media Hub Kills Journalists
A devastating Israeli missile strike has destroyed the Al-Masirah satellite channel's complex in Sana'a, Yemen, killing at least seven media workers and wounding dozens. The attack, condemned by press freedom organisations, marks a severe escalation in ta
15 Dead in Horrific California Truck Fireball Crash
A catastrophic collision involving a truck carrying Mexican farmworkers and a semi-trailer has resulted in a devastating fireball, claiming 15 lives and leaving multiple injured in Southern California. The tragic incident is one of the deadliest road acci
Santa Monica faces bankruptcy over £230m abuse scandal
The City of Santa Monica faces financial catastrophe and potential bankruptcy as it grapples with a devastating £230 million settlement for a historic child sex abuse scandal at its public schools.
Childcare worker charged over alleged toddler assault
A London childcare worker faces serious charges after allegedly assaulting a young child at a nursery in Westminster. Police confirm an investigation is underway.
Ukrainian refugee mother killed by train in North Carolina
Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian mother who fled the war for America, was tragically killed by a train in North Carolina. Her young son was found unharmed but alone at the scene, raising urgent questions about her journey and the media's portrayal of such trag
Two Arrested For Murder of US Congressional Aide in London
Metropolitan Police make two arrests following the shocking discovery of American political aide Eric Tarpinian's body in a North London garden. The investigation into this brutal killing continues.
Worker sacked after boss's viral Facebook rant shocks UK
An Australian hospitality worker in the UK was abruptly sacked after her boss publicly shamed staff in a bizarre Facebook tirade, sparking outrage and a debate on modern employment practices.
Rylan Clark's New Romance with Fairground Worker
TV presenter Rylan Clark is head over heels in a new romance with a fairground worker. Get the exclusive details on their meet-cute, his bond with her children, and their low-key life away from the spotlight.
Great Migration Crisis: Worker Shortages Stall UK Job Growth
Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's 'Great Migration' trend is severely constraining job market expansion, with key sectors facing unprecedented labour shortages despite rising vacancies.
Couple arrested for racist attack on NHS nurse
A couple has been arrested in Birmingham after a shocking racially aggravated assault on an NHS nurse. The victim was subjected to a torrent of abuse and physical violence while walking home from work.
Rylan Clark finds love with fairground worker post-divorce
TV presenter Rylan Clark has found love with a fairground worker four years after his painful divorce from ex-husband Dan Neal. Get the exclusive details on his new romance.
NHS Worker & Family Targeted in Brutal Car Ramming Attack
Shocking footage reveals the moment an NHS worker and his family were targeted in a brutal car ramming attack in a quiet residential street, believed to be an act of revenge.
Ex-Homelessness Worker Now Sleeping Rough in Manchester
A former homelessness support worker from Manchester reveals his devastating journey from helping the vulnerable to becoming homeless himself, exposing the UK's growing housing crisis.
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