Sydney's Fare Evasion Crisis: Australia's Worst Rates Revealed
Exclusive analysis reveals Sydney leads Australia in public transport fare evasion. Discover the startling data and what solutions could curb the growing trend.
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Housing Crisis Mental Health Emergency for Women and Children
Exclusive investigation reveals how Britain's housing emergency is disproportionately devastating the mental health of women and children, creating a hidden public health crisis with urgent calls for government action.
California Grants Police Power to Enforce Mask Ban
California Governor Gavin Newsom signs controversial new legislation granting law enforcement authority to enforce mask-wearing bans in most public settings, sparking intense civil liberties debate.
Daily Mail's Stark Warning: UK Economic Crisis Looming
The Daily Mail issues a powerful critique of the UK's unsustainable economic trajectory, warning of dire consequences from unchecked public spending, soaring debt, and a looming crisis that threatens future generations.
UK Borrowing Hits £37.6bn, Exceeding Forecasts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a stern fiscal test as UK public sector borrowing hits £37.6bn for the first five months of the financial year, exceeding official forecasts and complicating Labour's spending ambitions.
Minneapolis 'Woke' DA's Soft Crime Policy Sparks Safety Crisis
Hennepin County's progressive prosecutor Mary Moriarty faces mounting criticism as her lenient approach to juvenile offenders coincides with rising violent crime rates in Minneapolis.
CDC Director Monarez Reveals New Pandemic Preparedness Plan
US CDC Director Dr Susan Monarez outlines a major shift in America's pandemic response strategy, focusing on rapid diagnostics, data transparency, and global collaboration. What does this mean for future health threats?
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.
Labour's Economic Challenge: Legacy Grim, But Hope Needed
The new Labour government inherits a dire economic legacy, but voters demand solutions, not excuses. Analysis of the fiscal challenges and the urgent need for a hopeful, forward-looking strategy.
SNP climate policies risk £700m annual black hole
A bombshell report reveals the staggering £700 million per year cost of the SNP's net-zero climate policies, posing a severe risk to Scotland's public finances with no clear funding plan.
Sydney's Warwick Farm Station Overrun by Drug Addicts and Violence
Exclusive investigation reveals the harrowing reality of Warwick Farm station, where drug addicts, used needles, and violent assaults have created a no-go zone for terrified Sydney commuters and residents.
Lammy: Hillsborough Law will punish serious wrongdoing
Foreign Secretary David Lammy announces landmark 'Hillsborough Law' to end impunity for public authorities and create a legal duty of candour, forcing transparency in official investigations.
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.
UK Declares War on Tobacco & Alcohol Giants
Ministers are preparing a major crackdown on tobacco and alcohol industries, with stricter regulations, plain packaging, and advertising bans to tackle the UK's preventable disease crisis.
Florida bans mRNA COVID vaccines for children
Florida's Surgeon General, Dr Joseph Ladapo, suspends all mRNA COVID-19 vaccines for children, citing unproven safety claims. Governor Ron DeSantis and former President Trump endorse the controversial decision, placing the state at odds with federal healt
Mexico's Sugar Tax Cuts Obesity in Landmark Health Win
A decade after implementation, Mexico's groundbreaking tax on sugary beverages has triggered a dramatic decline in obesity and diabetes, offering a powerful blueprint for global health policy.
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.
War on Drugs Failed: New Plan for Fentanyl Crisis
A damning new report declares the decades-long War on Drugs a catastrophic failure, proposing a groundbreaking public health approach to tackle the devastating US fentanyl epidemic.
UK Aid Cuts Fuel Deadly Malaria Surge in Africa
A damning report reveals how UK government aid cuts have dismantled a flagship anti-malaria programme, leading to a devastating rise in deaths across Africa and threatening a global health crisis.
Barclays Chief Urges Cap on Public Sector Pay Rises
Barclays CEO C.S. Venkatakrishnan calls for restraint in public sector wage increases to curb inflation, warning of economic consequences without fiscal discipline.
UN Demands Clean Air Be Made a Fundamental Human Right
A landmark UN Human Rights Council resolution pushes for clean air to be recognised as a universal human right, calling for urgent global action to tackle the public health emergency caused by toxic pollution.
Brits Revolt Against Net Zero Car Ban and Taxes
A shock new poll for the Daily Mail shows plummeting public support for key Net Zero policies, with most Britons now against the ban on new petrol and diesel cars and higher taxes to fund the green agenda.
SNP accused of 'abject failure' over Scotland's drug death crisis
The Scottish Government stands accused of 'abject failure' as drug-related deaths soar to devastating new heights, with experts branding the crisis a national emergency that demands immediate action.
Kerala's infant mortality rate beats United States
In a remarkable public health achievement, the Indian state of Kerala has reported a lower infant mortality rate than the United States, challenging global perceptions and setting a new benchmark for healthcare in developing nations.
Australia's Sugar Consumption Drops: Not The Whole Story
New data reveals Australians are consuming less sugar, but experts warn this is only one piece of a complex health puzzle. Discover the hidden factors shaping the nation's wellbeing.
Swinney accused of ignoring Scotland's immigration crisis
First Minister John Swinney faces intense criticism for dismissing a landmark report on Scotland's unsustainable population growth, sparking a major political row over his government's approach to immigration and public services.
Florida Challenges Federal Vaccine Mandate in Court
Florida's Attorney General Ashley Moody launches a bold legal challenge against the Biden administration's federal contractor vaccine mandate, citing constitutional overreach and potential economic damage.
Biologist's Warning: Hand Dryers Spread Dangerous Germs
A leading UK biologist issues a stark warning about a popular hand drying method found in public toilets, linking it to increased germ transmission and health risks.
Food Industry Lobbying Derails Labour Health Plans, Experts Warn
Exclusive: Senior health professionals warn that intensive food industry lobbying is pressuring the Labour government to abandon crucial public health policies, including junk food advertising restrictions and sugar taxes, putting corporate profits before
Back-to-Back Barries: Australia's Divisive Political Debates
An explosive dive into the political turmoil gripping Australia. From the controversial legacy of Dan Andrews to heated debates on public health and leadership, discover the forces dividing the nation. Exclusive insights from Guardian Australia's podcast.
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