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Childcare funding crisis looms as pandemic aid expires

Millions of American families face a childcare timebomb as emergency federal funding that saved thousands of providers during COVID-19 is set to expire, threatening widespread closures and soaring costs.

UK demands Sudan ceasefire after massacre reports

Foreign Secretary David Lammy calls for immediate ceasefire in Sudan following reports of horrific massacre that left over 100 dead, with UK pushing for emergency UN Security Council session.

Sudan's El Fasher: A Global Failure Demanding Action

The horrific violence in Sudan's El Fasher represents not just a local conflict but a catastrophic international failure. As civilians face unimaginable horrors, the world's passive response raises urgent questions about global responsibility and the need

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.

Islington Demands Knife Crime Crackdown After Attack

Community leaders and residents in Islington are calling for urgent action against knife crime following a horrific attack that left a teenager with life-changing injuries. Discover the growing concerns and demands for safer streets.

CDC hiring freeze cripples US health protection agency

Exclusive investigation reveals how a government-wide hiring freeze has left the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention struggling to function, with critical positions unfilled and employee morale at breaking point.

UK Launches 'Town of Culture' Search for Overlooked Towns

The government unveils a new competition to crown England's next cultural hotspot, specifically targeting towns that have been 'written out of the national story' and deserve recognition for their unique heritage.

Radio Free Asia halts news amid US shutdown

In a dramatic consequence of Washington's budget crisis, Radio Free Asia has halted its news services, silencing a key voice in regions with restricted press freedom.

New York Food Banks Face Catastrophic Shutdown

Critical food assistance for millions of vulnerable New Yorkers hangs in the balance as emergency pandemic funding dries up, forcing food banks across the state to scale back operations or close completely.

Chancellor's Budget: What Britain Needs Now

As the Chancellor prepares his autumn budget, business leaders and economists reveal the urgent measures required to boost growth, support families, and fix public services across the UK.

£26m transport upgrade for North London boroughs

Haringey and Enfield are embarking on a transformative £26 million transport upgrade programme, promising safer streets and better accessibility for pedestrians and cyclists across North London.

NHS denies lifesaving care to disabled child

A desperate mother reveals her exhausting nightly routine to prevent her daughter from choking to death while the NHS refuses to fund essential medical equipment.

Hospice funding must become a national priority

As Britain faces a growing crisis in end-of-life care, hospices are struggling to provide essential services despite delivering outstanding care. Discover why urgent government investment is needed to support these vital community institutions.

France's Enduring Political Corruption Problem

From 19th-century scandals to modern-day controversies, political corruption remains deeply embedded in French governance. Explore how kickbacks, illicit funding and ethical lapses have persisted across generations of French leadership.

Vice-Chancellor Pay Crisis Hits UK Universities

As UK universities face financial turmoil with course cuts and staff redundancies, an investigation reveals vice-chancellors continue to receive staggering pay packages exceeding £500,000, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling instit

NDIS Cuts Trap Disabled Australians in Hospitals

Vulnerable Australians with disabilities are becoming trapped in hospital wards for months due to severe NDIS funding cuts, creating a growing healthcare crisis and leaving families in despair.

Gaza death toll tops 100 in Israeli strikes

Fresh Israeli strikes across Gaza have resulted in over 100 Palestinian fatalities, including women and children, amid escalating regional tensions and international calls for de-escalation.

Trump axes arts funding board in cultural blow

Former President Donald Trump has abruptly dismissed the entire board of the federal Arts and Artifacts International Indemnity Programme, jeopardising funding for major museum exhibitions across the UK and beyond.

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