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Bondi's Sculpture by the Sea faces funding crisis

The future of Sydney's beloved 'Sculpture by the Sea' exhibition at Bondi Beach is under threat as organisers announce a critical funding shortfall, putting the 2024 event in serious doubt.

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.

Royal Shakespeare Company urges staff to take redundancy

The prestigious Royal Shakespeare Company is grappling with a severe financial crisis, urging staff to consider voluntary redundancy. The iconic theatre, a cornerstone of British culture, faces a perfect storm of rising costs and reduced income, putting i

Town Fury Over $22k Giant Eggplant and Peach Statues

Westminster, Maryland, faces a fierce public backlash after the local council approved $22,000 for controversial giant sculptures of an eggplant and a peach, sparking a heated debate about fiscal responsibility and public art.

Public Officials Face Jail in New UK Misconduct Law

A landmark new bill will introduce criminal sanctions, including imprisonment, for public officials who breach official codes of conduct, marking the UK's toughest-ever anti-corruption measure.

Trump vows to slash diversity funding for HBCUs

Former US President Donald Trump has pledged to eliminate federal funding for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) programmes, a move that threatens crucial financial support for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) if he wins a second t

NHS Rations Cancer Treatments Amid Budget Crisis

Exclusive investigation reveals NHS cancer services facing devastating cuts, with pioneering treatments denied to patients due to severe financial constraints. Health bosses warn of a looming crisis in oncology care across Britain.

WA's Double Public Holiday Bonanza After AFL Win

Western Australia's Premier Mark McGowan gifts Perth and Peel residents two surprise public holidays following the West Coast Eagles' historic AFL Grand Final victory, sparking celebration and economic debate.

Assisted Dying Debate Pushes UK Hospices to Breaking Point

Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's hospices face unprecedented strain as House of Lords debates assisted dying legislation, with funding shortfalls and ethical dilemmas threatening end-of-life care nationwide.

UK Universities Face Financial Collapse - Crisis Deepens

Britain's world-class university system faces existential threat from unsustainable funding models, chronic underinvestment, and political short-termism. Urgent reform is needed to prevent irreversible damage.

Trump Vows Drastic Foreign Aid Cuts If Re-Elected

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

Council taxpayers face £1.2bn wall repair bill

Exclusive investigation reveals UK councils are grappling with a £1.2 billion repair backlog for boundary walls and fences, with taxpayers set to foot the bill for decades of neglect and storm damage.

Trump Administration Cuts Harvard Funding in Political Strike

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

Budget Leak: Treasury Fury Over NHS Funding Revelation

Exclusive: Treasury officials are furious after Shadow Health Secretary Wes Streeting appeared to reveal key Budget details on a junior doctors' pay deal and a major NHS funding injection days before the official announcement.

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