Immigration Tops List of UK Christmas Taboo Topics
New polling shows immigration is the most avoided subject at British Christmas dinners, ahead of politics and religion. Discover the full findings and why families are steering clear.
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Bari Weiss Debate Series Ignites Free Speech Row
The launch of Bari Weiss's 'Things That Matter' debate series in London has ignited a fierce controversy over free speech, cancel culture, and the boundaries of public discourse in the UK. Explore the clash of ideas.
Council funding map: Winners, losers and tax rises
The government's new £78bn council funding settlement shifts money towards deprived areas. Find out which councils win, which lose, and if your tax bill will rise.
Damning Review Slams Arts Council England's Funding Strategy
A major review by Baroness Hodge finds Arts Council England has sidelined artistic excellence in favour of box-ticking bureaucracy. Read the full report and reactions.
Green Globalist and Tory Clash Over Immigration
A Green Party globalist and a right-of-centre Tory debate immigration and colonial reparations over dinner in London. Did they find common ground?
500,000 Teachers Could Strike Over School Funding Cuts
Britain's National Education Union threatens national strikes as 500,000 teachers may walk out over school funding concerns following the Budget. Find out why.
Labour Budget Pumps £2bn into Scotland and Wales
Scottish and Welsh Labour leaders praise a £2bn funding boost and the abolition of the two-child benefit cap in the new budget, hoping it will reverse their fortunes in upcoming elections.
Brits End Friendships Over Israel-Palestine Conflict
A new poll reveals nearly half of Britons would consider ending a friendship over differing views on the Israel-Palestine conflict. Discover the full findings and the impact on UK society.
WHO job cuts after US withdraws funding
The World Health Organisation announces significant staff reductions and programme cuts following US funding withdrawal. Learn how this impacts global health security.
CSIRO cuts 350 jobs in major blow to Australian science
Australia's national science agency CSIRO announces up to 350 job cuts, described as 'worst cuts ever seen' and a 'sad day for publicly funded science'.
Activewear Debate Erupts After TikToker's Rant
A TikTok user's viral video has ignited a fierce online debate in the UK about the appropriateness of wearing skin-tight activewear in public spaces like shops. Join the conversation.
Sydney work photo sparks public efficiency debate
A single photo of Sydney road workers has ignited fierce debate about workplace efficiency and public spending. Discover why context matters in modern infrastructure projects.
Question Time audience laughs at tax debate
A BBC Question Time audience chuckled at a guest's cheeky dig about public maths skills during a fiery debate on taxes and public services. Read the full exchange.
First UK state school opens fee-paying branch in Dubai
Historic Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet becomes the first UK state school to launch an overseas branch in Dubai. The venture aims to generate funds for its British counterpart amid funding shortages.
Australian Public Service Wages Jump 3.4%
New data reveals Australian public servants are enjoying their fastest wage growth in 15 years, outstripping private sector increases and raising questions about economic fairness.
Trump pressure threatens US government shutdown
Former President Donald Trump's pressure on Republican lawmakers threatens to trigger a massive federal government shutdown, putting millions of workers and essential services at risk.
Police Scotland demands extra £140m amid budget crisis
Police Scotland faces its most severe financial crisis since its creation, with chiefs warning they need an additional £140 million annually just to maintain current service levels amid rising operational costs.
Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops
Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.
School Transport Costs Surge 24%, Councils Warn of Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals English councils' home-to-school transport costs have surged by 24%, leaving vulnerable families and local authorities in financial distress.
Scottish NHS boards get £135M emergency bailout
NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.
Scottish Government blocks Dundee University £20.3M bailout
Exclusive: University of Dundee confronts financial turmoil after Scottish ministers block emergency funding, sparking job security fears and union outrage over government intervention in higher education.
Trump Halloween party amid UK disabled children funding cuts
Former US President Donald Trump faces criticism for hosting lavish Halloween festivities while UK government reduces support for children with special needs through Snap funding programme.
Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now
As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.
Vice-chancellors' pay soars as universities face cuts
As UK universities face financial crisis with course cuts and staff redundancies, Guardian analysis reveals vice-chancellors' pay packages have soared to record levels, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling institutions.
Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project
Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.
AOC and Riley Gaines clash in transgender sports debate
Former Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies moderates explosive debate between Democrat Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and athlete Riley Gaines over transgender participation in women's sports
Wisconsin Republicans Block Planned Parenthood Funding
Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin have rejected a federal funding proposal that would have provided millions for Planned Parenthood's healthcare services, affecting thousands of low-income patients across the state.
Scottish NHS Crisis: 'Cradle to Grave' Care Under Threat
Senior medical leaders sound alarm over Scotland's NHS funding crisis, warning the cherished 'cradle to grave' healthcare principle faces collapse without urgent financial intervention.
NYC Mayoral Debate: Heat But No Knockout Blow
The final New York mayoral debate saw fiery clashes between candidates but no clear frontrunner emerged as voters await election day verdict.
NYC Final Mayoral Debate: Key Battlegrounds Revealed
The final New York mayoral debate saw candidates clash over crime, housing, and economic recovery. Discover the pivotal moments that could sway voters in this crucial election showdown.
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