Government slashes museum funding in major shake-up
Major English museums face devastating budget cuts as Arts Council England redirects funding away from traditional institutions toward 'levelling up' agenda, sparking outrage in cultural sector.
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22-year-old becomes British Museum's youngest trustee
Jessica Ward has shattered records as the youngest trustee in the British Museum's 270-year history, bringing a fresh generational perspective to one of Britain's most revered cultural institutions.
Aid Cuts Trigger Catastrophe for Sudanese Refugees in Chad
Severe funding shortages force life-saving health programmes to close, leaving Sudanese refugees in Chad battling starvation and disease in what aid workers call an 'unfolding humanitarian disaster'.
Government demands radical museum collection overhaul
Museums across England face unprecedented pressure to 'review and rationalise' their collections under new government guidance, raising concerns about preservation of cultural heritage.
Kent Council declares financial emergency amid budget crisis
Kent County Council faces financial meltdown, proposing unprecedented council tax hikes and sweeping service cuts to avoid effective bankruptcy. Local residents brace for impact as authority warns of 'difficult decisions' ahead.
Trump's UN funding cuts spark global refugee crisis warning
Former President Donald Trump's suspension of US funding to UNHCR has created catastrophic gaps in humanitarian aid for millions of refugees from Congo, Myanmar and other conflict zones, warns the UN refugee agency.
Reform UK's failed cuts force 5-year Kent tax hike
Exclusive investigation reveals how Reform UK's controversial 'DOGE-style' austerity measures backfired, leaving Kent residents facing years of increased council tax bills amid financial turmoil.
Tories Unveil Radical Welfare Cuts Plan
The Conservative government announces sweeping welfare reforms that could significantly reduce benefits payments for millions, sparking immediate backlash from charities and opposition parties.
Trump threatens Pennsylvania funding cuts over immigration
Former President Donald Trump vows to slash federal funding to Pennsylvania communities that don't cooperate with immigration enforcement, raising concerns about essential services and political consequences.
BBC defends World Service cuts for defence budget
BBC executives face scrutiny as they justify redirecting World Service funding to defence priorities, raising concerns about Britain's global voice and diplomatic influence.
Leonardo da Vinci's Egyptian obsession revealed in Cambridge
Groundbreaking Cambridge exhibition reveals Leonardo da Vinci's fascination with ancient Egypt, featuring rare drawings and coded notebooks that rewrite art history.
Cambridge Museum Unveils Groundbreaking Egypt Exhibition
The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge unveils a spectacular collection of Egyptian artefacts, revealing untold stories of ancient civilisation through cutting-edge research and immersive displays.
Trump cuts $5bn from NY rail tunnel project
The Trump administration has withdrawn $5 billion in critical funding for New York's Gateway rail tunnel project, dealing a devastating blow to the region's infrastructure and commuter safety.
School Library Crisis Threatens Children's Literacy
England's primary school libraries face an uncertain future as funding cuts and staffing shortages threaten their very existence, putting children's literacy at risk.
Trump's SNAP cuts spark UK food bank crisis
As Trump administration slashes food stamp funding, British food banks report alarming surge in demand from vulnerable families facing hunger crisis.
Court Upholds Trump Admin's UCLA Funding Cut
A US federal judge has upheld the Trump administration's decision to withdraw funding from UCLA, siding with the government in a pivotal case centred on allegations of antisemitism and free speech violations on campus.
Davey: UK must recruit US cancer experts after Trump cuts
Liberal Democrat leader Sir Ed Davey proposes a 'brain gain' for the NHS, urging the government to actively recruit American cancer researchers facing severe funding cuts under a potential second Trump administration.
Marie Antoinette's Guillotine Displayed at V&A Museum
A new exhibition at London's V&A Museum unveils the original 1793 guillotine blade that ended Marie Antoinette's life, offering a poignant and visceral insight into the French Revolution's most infamous execution.
Marie Antoinette's Fashion Revolution at London's V&A
The Victoria and Albert Museum unveils a stunning new exhibition, 'Style & Splendour: The Fashion of Marie Antoinette', exploring the enduring influence of the iconic queen's revolutionary wardrobe on modern design.
Teachers reveal shocking state of UK schools: freezing classrooms, broken furniture
Exclusive investigation reveals the harsh reality of England's school funding crisis as teachers describe classrooms with broken furniture, inadequate heating, and severe resource shortages forcing desperate cost-cutting measures.
NHS Job Cuts Crisis: ICBs Axe Hundreds of Posts
Exclusive: NHS England's new Integrated Care Boards are cutting hundreds of jobs despite promises of improved healthcare, triggering union outrage and patient safety concerns as financial pressures mount.
UK Physics Crisis: 25% of Departments Face Closure
A major new survey by the Institute of Physics uncovers a severe crisis, with 25% of UK university physics departments at risk of shutting down due to funding shortfalls and falling student numbers, threatening the nation's scientific future.
Trump Cuts Funding to Native American Radio Stations
The Trump administration has abruptly terminated federal grants for Native American radio stations, jeopardising a vital news and cultural lifeline for remote Indigenous communities across the United States.
US Schools Face Financial Cliff as Federal Covid Aid Ends
American schools are bracing for severe cuts as a $190bn federal pandemic aid package expires, threatening teacher layoffs, programme cancellations, and larger class sizes across the nation.
UN Faces Major Job Cuts After US Funding Slashed
The United Nations faces severe staff reductions and programme cuts after the US Congress approved a drastic funding reduction, threatening global operations and diplomatic stability.
Music Theatre Wales thrives despite 100% funding cuts
Despite devastating 100% arts council funding cuts, Music Theatre Wales continues to thrive through artistic innovation and digital adaptation. Discover how this pioneering opera company is rewriting the rules of survival in UK's challenging cultural land
RSC Offers Voluntary Redundancy to All Staff Amid Funding Crisis
The Royal Shakespeare Company faces severe financial pressure as it invites voluntary redundancies following government arts funding reductions and rising operational costs.
ANU Abandons Forced Job Cuts in Major Policy Reversal
The Australian National University has scrapped its controversial compulsory job cuts programme following fierce opposition from staff and unions. The landmark decision marks a significant shift in the university's restructuring plans.
SEND Education Crisis: UK Councils Warn of System Collapse
Local authorities across England warn of catastrophic collapse in SEND provision as funding crisis reaches breaking point, leaving vulnerable children without essential support.
Deborah Willis unveils hidden history of Black British photography
A landmark exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum, curated by Professor Deborah Willis, unveils the profound and often overlooked legacy of Black photographers in Britain, from the 19th century to the present day.
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