Reform Public Procurement to Boost UK Growth
Chancellor Rachel Reeves urged to reform the UK's £400bn public procurement system, criticised as bureaucratic and costly, to drive economic growth and savings.
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Nauru leader's secret Canberra visit sparks scrutiny
Nauru's President David Adeang made surprise meetings with Australian ministers amid deportation transfers and alleged bikie gang security contracts. Read the full investigation.
Migrant Hotel Chain Rated UK's Worst For Satisfaction
Exclusive investigation uncovers how a major hotel group accommodating asylum seekers received the UK's lowest guest satisfaction scores while earning millions from government contracts.
McGinn: Proving myself against younger, sexier players
Aston Villa and Scotland star John McGinn opens up about the constant pressure to prove himself against younger talent in modern football's competitive landscape.
Michelle Mone-linked firm owes £39m in taxes
A company connected to Conservative peer Michelle Mone owes HMRC £39 million in unpaid taxes, raising fresh questions about government procurement during the pandemic.
Starbucks baristas strike in major UK union dispute
Thousands of Starbucks workers across Britain are walking out in what could become the largest strike in the company's UK history, demanding fair contracts and proper union recognition.
Clearsprings Profits Plunge in Asylum Accommodation Crisis
Exclusive investigation reveals dramatic profit decline at Clearsprings Ready Homes, the billion-pound firm housing asylum seekers across Britain, amid growing controversy over accommodation standards.
US Government Shutdown Becomes Longest in History
As the US experiences its lengthiest government shutdown in history, discover the real-world consequences affecting millions of federal workers and essential services across America.
Rachel Reeves blames predecessors for economic challenges
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces criticism after blaming predecessors for economic challenges while avoiding questions about her own responsibility in navigating Britain's financial predicament.
Senate Republicans Block Funding, Risk Shutdown
Republican senators trigger government funding crisis by rejecting stopgap spending bill, setting stage for potential federal shutdown and escalating Washington tensions.
Most UK jobseekers fail to secure long-term work
Shocking new research reveals most jobseekers remain trapped in temporary roles as private employment agencies struggle to deliver permanent positions. Discover why the system is failing workers across Britain.
US Government Enters Record-Breaking Shutdown Crisis
The United States has plunged into a record-breaking government shutdown, forcing millions of federal workers into furlough and threatening critical services nationwide.
US Government Shutdown Looms in Budget Standoff
Washington braces for potential government shutdown as political tensions escalate between Trump administration and Democratic opponents over funding negotiations.
Australia's Digital ID Bill Sparks Privacy Debate
The Australian government's proposed Digital ID bill sparks heated debate as critics warn of privacy risks while supporters champion convenience and security benefits.
Australia's Child Protection Crisis Exposed
An alarming investigation reveals how Australia is systematically failing its children through regressive policies, childcare scandals, and punitive approaches that undermine their future.
Trump Republicans Force Shutdown Over Border Wall
Republican lawmakers are hurtling toward a partial government shutdown, using federal funding as leverage to resurrect Donald Trump's border wall agenda and setting up a dramatic confrontation with Democrats.
Reeves' Tax Dilemma: Break Promises or Cut Services?
Exclusive analysis reveals the Chancellor faces a critical choice: break manifesto promises with strategic tax increases or risk collapsing public services. The political stakes have never been higher.
FBI fires Kash Patel over government jet misuse scandal
The FBI has fired controversial top official Kash Patel after an internal investigation uncovered his repeated misuse of government jets for personal travel, sparking fresh concerns about accountability within the agency.
NSW Govt strikes major crossbench deal on key reforms
The Minns Labor government secures parliamentary support through sweeping concessions on environmental planning, workers' compensation reforms and firearm regulations in landmark crossbench negotiations.
Inside Stories: Chiefs of Staff Reveal Political Truths
Exclusive insights from the people who stood beside three of the world's most powerful leaders reveal the untold stories, private struggles and political realities behind the public personas.
Tax Office pays private debt collector £42m
The Australian Taxation Office has paid debt recovery firm RecoveriesCorp over £42 million to chase unpaid taxes, raising serious questions about outsourcing public debt collection to private contractors.
Trump's ballroom event during shutdown crisis draws fire
Former President Donald Trump faces mounting criticism for hosting a high-dollar fundraiser at his private club while crucial government funding negotiations stall, risking a federal shutdown.
US Government Shutdown Sparks Airport Chaos and Massive Delays
A partial US government shutdown triggers severe airport disruptions nationwide, with security wait times exceeding 90 minutes and thousands of flights delayed as TSA and air traffic control staff work without pay.
Sex offender wrongly freed from prison after warnings ignored
Exclusive: Ministers were repeatedly warned about critical system errors before a registered sex offender was mistakenly released from Chelmsford prison, raising serious questions about public safety and government accountability.
Reform UK Councillor Defects to Conservatives Over Policies
A sitting Reform UK councillor has dramatically defected to the Conservative Party, revealing his growing unease with Reform's policies and leadership style in an exclusive statement.
Tanzania election violence leaves hundreds feared dead
Exclusive report reveals escalating violence in Tanzania following disputed elections, with human rights groups reporting hundreds of fatalities during government crackdowns on opposition protests.
Serbia Protests: Thousands Mark Novi Sad Tragedy Anniversary
Massive demonstrations sweep Serbia as student-led movement 'Protest for the Future' demands government accountability and justice reforms on the anniversary of a tragic shooting that shocked the nation.
South London council in child exploitation report
A south London local authority finds itself under the spotlight after being identified in a major government report examining child exploitation risks across the country, raising serious questions about safeguarding practices.
Spain funds Woody Allen film amid controversy
The Spanish government faces backlash for investing €10 million in Woody Allen's upcoming film, reigniting debates about public funding for controversial filmmakers.
Trump Republicans threaten shutdown over filibuster
Republican senators aligned with Donald Trump are considering forcing a government shutdown to eliminate the legislative filibuster, setting up a dramatic constitutional confrontation in Washington.
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