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Trump's Palace Project Amid American Hunger Crisis

As Donald Trump constructs his opulent Florida residence, millions of Americans face food insecurity in a stark tale of two Americas. The Full Story podcast investigates the growing inequality divide.

Why USAID's End Isn't Being Mourned Worldwide

As the controversial closure of USAID sends shockwaves through international development circles, Guardian investigation reveals why many recipient countries view this as liberation rather than loss.

Trump's SNAP Cuts Spark Political Firestorm

Donald Trump's proposal to slash SNAP benefits has ignited a political firestorm, with critics warning of catastrophic consequences for America's most vulnerable families.

Farage backtracks on £90bn tax cut promise

Nigel Farage has dramatically reversed his flagship pledge to slash £90 billion in taxes, admitting the sums 'don't add up' and sparking fury among his own party members.

Farage's radical business deregulation plan

Nigel Farage announces sweeping deregulation plans, vowing to tear up EU laws and slash business taxes in his boldest economic vision yet for Britain's future.

Aid cuts threaten tropical disease progress reversal

Critical funding reductions for neglected tropical diseases could undo years of medical advances, putting millions at risk of preventable suffering as health leaders warn of devastating consequences.

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.

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 Tariff Plan Divides Republican Heartland

Exclusive insight into how Donald Trump's radical economic agenda of sweeping tariffs and tax cuts is creating both excitement and anxiety across Republican strongholds as the 2024 election approaches.

Co-Op Summer Price Cuts: Save Up to 50%

Discover exactly when Co-Op is cutting prices by up to 50% on hundreds of essentials throughout summer. Don't miss these limited-time deals on family favourites.

DPD drivers allege revenge sackings over pay criticism

Major delivery firm DPD faces explosive allegations of systematically sacking drivers who spoke out against significant pay reductions, raising serious concerns about workers' rights in the gig economy.

TfL cuts West London bus routes

Transport for London announces major cuts to bus services across West London, sparking concerns about transport accessibility and commuter impact.

London emergency services waste £11m on false alarms

Shocking new figures reveal London's fire brigade, police and ambulance services wasted over £11 million responding to malicious false alarms and hoax calls last year, raising serious concerns about resource allocation.

$33M BOM website revamp cost revealed after public outrage

The Bureau of Meteorology's controversial website overhaul has cost Australian taxpayers a staggering $33.4 million, with the final price tag revealed after widespread public outrage over functionality issues and downtime.

Labour ploughs ahead with higher welfare spending

In a bold move challenging fiscal restraint demands, Labour commits to maintaining higher annual spending on animal welfare and environmental standards, signalling a major policy shift.

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