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.
The UK's inaugural Chief Technology Officer, Mark Russinovich, delivers a damning verdict on Whitehall's archaic IT infrastructure, calling for an urgent technological revolution to drag public services into the 21st century.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
Shocking rush hour incident on Valencia's Metrovalencia network as a train fails to stop, crashing into buffer stops at Jesús station. Emergency services scramble to rescue trapped passengers with six people hospitalised following the terrifying collision
Exclusive: The Royal College of Midwives issues a stark warning as staffing shortages and rising birth complexity push maternity services to the brink, risking care quality across the UK.
Exclusive investigation reveals England's headteachers are cleaning toilets, fixing boilers, and gardening as school funding hits an all-time low, creating a 'perfect storm' for the education system.
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.
With a deadline fast approaching, a bitter partisan standoff in the US Congress over healthcare funding threatens to trigger a catastrophic government shutdown, putting vital medical services and millions of patients at risk.
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.
A New Jersey town faces a public health emergency as its council votes to withdraw funding from life-saving ambulance services, leaving residents without guaranteed emergency medical response from January 1st.
Exclusive: Labour grandee Peter Mandelson reveals that Sir Keir Starmer, as Director of Public Prosecutions, underwent a secretive MI6 vetting process, raising questions about the links between the security services and the government.
The Department for Education faces intense criticism after failing to pay the University of Greenwich over £1.2 million for a Medway campus building, sparking a major financial and political row.
Former PM Boris Johnson is under fire to clarify how his private office ensures compliance with strict political funding regulations amid growing transparency concerns.
Exclusive investigation reveals millions of British households face reduced bin collections as local councils grapple with funding cuts and rising costs. Find out how your area is affected.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches blistering attack on Nigel Farage's Reform UK, accusing them of planning an 'unfunded spending spree' that would cripple public services. Analysis reveals their manifesto threatens Tory vote share in key marginals.
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.
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.
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.
A popular Lisbon tourist tram derailed and crashed into a wall in the historic Alfama district, leaving multiple passengers injured and sparking a major emergency response.
Exclusive: Local authorities across the UK are exploring controversial bans on smoking in public spaces like high streets, beaches, and parks. Discover which areas are leading the charge.
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
Northwestern University's president steps down following severe federal funding cuts imposed by the Trump administration, triggering academic turmoil and research programme suspensions.
Former PM Tony Blair's institute urges the next government to implement a mandatory digital ID system, claiming it could save billions and revolutionise public services. Critics raise privacy concerns.
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.
A controversial public mural depicting full-frontal nudity in downtown Oakland has ignited a fierce debate about art, public decency, and community standards in the California city.
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