Young Senator's Student Debt Cut Sparks Backlash
Australia's youngest senator, on a salary of nearly £125,000, faces criticism for celebrating a 20% student debt cut. Critics call the policy unfair, benefiting high earners most.
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ATO Targets $5.3bn in 'On-Hold' Tax Debts in New Drive
The Australian Tax Office is chasing $5.3bn in old debts from 325,000 taxpayers, some dating back to 2017. The revamped 'robotax' scheme could see refunds withheld.
Gen Z Debt: 27% Default, Risking Mortgages
Over a quarter of UK Gen Z have defaulted on debt. Learn what a default means, its serious consequences for your credit file, and how to avoid one to protect your financial future.
Debt Collection Charges Dismissed Against Panthera
Criminal charges against debt firm Panthera Finance dismissed after court rules it wasn't technically collecting. Consumer Affairs Victoria ordered to pay costs. Read the full analysis.
Women hit harder by public debt in Scotland
New research reveals women in Scotland are disproportionately driven into poverty by public debt collection. A wake-up call for policymakers to reform harsh recovery methods.
Debt Collector Pursued 200k Claims While Banned
Panthera Finance allegedly collected $60m from Victorians while banned. Legal action could see consumers entitled to refunds. Discover the full investigation.
Bank of England Warns of Growing Consumer Debt Crisis
Exclusive analysis reveals millions of Britons are struggling with bills and loan repayments as the Bank of England sounds alarm over growing consumer debt crisis.
Illinois wipes out $1bn medical debt for 300,000 residents
Governor JB Pritzker announces revolutionary $10 million medical debt relief programme, set to eliminate bills for nearly 300,000 Illinois residents in one of America's most ambitious healthcare reforms.
195,000 households get energy debts wiped clean
Major energy debt relief announced as regulator clears £25 million in outstanding bills for vulnerable households across Great Britain. Find out if you're eligible for this financial lifeline.
Surrey Labour splits over £1.2bn council debt crisis
Exclusive: Labour faces internal division in Surrey as two councils consider breaking away amid government pressure to address catastrophic local authority debt. The political earthquake threatens Starmer's authority in traditional Tory heartlands.
Trump's $7.8 Trillion Debt Bomb Exposes GOP Hypocrisy
Exclusive analysis reveals stunning Republican U-turn on fiscal responsibility as Trump-era policies and pandemic spending drive US debt to unprecedented levels, creating a political minefield for the GOP.
US per capita debt surpasses Greece and Italy
Stunning analysis reveals the average American carries more government debt than citizens of European nations notorious for fiscal crises. Discover what this means for global markets.
ATO enlists debt collectors for tax recovery
The Australian Taxation Office has escalated its debt recovery efforts by hiring private debt collectors to pursue billions in outstanding taxes. Learn how this affects taxpayers and what you need to know.
US National Debt Crisis Accelerates at Record Pace
The United States national debt has surged past a terrifying milestone, growing at its fastest pace in history. Experts warn this unprecedented acceleration threatens global economic stability.
Barcelona's £138m Debt Crisis Exposed in Documents
Shocking financial documents expose Barcelona's £138 million debt turmoil as club faces mounting pressure despite recent cost-cutting measures and player sales.
Global South Debt Crisis: Western Inaction Strangling Nations
Exclusive analysis reveals how mounting debt payments are crippling Global South economies while wealthy nations delay meaningful action. Discover the human cost and potential solutions.
Bailiffs visit one UK home every 59 seconds
Shocking new data reveals bailiffs are visiting UK households at unprecedented rates as families struggle with mounting debt and rising living costs.
HMRC gains power to seize money from bank accounts
HM Revenue & Customs gains controversial authority to recover tax debts directly from personal bank accounts without court orders, raising privacy and fairness concerns across Britain.
Global Debt to Hit 100% of GDP by 2029 - IMF
The International Monetary Fund issues stark warning as global government debt is projected to reach 100% of GDP within five years, with the UK facing particularly challenging economic headwinds.
Uber's Free Clothes Collection: The Ultimate Clear-Out Hack
Discover the ingenious cleaning hack sweeping the UK - use Uber to collect and donate your old clothes completely free of charge during special weekend events.
Dalio: US Debt Crisis Could Spark Internal Conflict
Bridgewater founder sounds alarm over America's unsustainable debt levels, drawing parallels to historical periods of great internal conflict
HMRC to reclaim £300M from 1.5M UK taxpayers
HMRC is launching a massive tax recovery operation targeting 1.5 million Brits for overpaid pandemic support. Discover if you're on the list and what you can do.
ATO chases decades-old tax debts from Australians
The Australian Taxation Office is aggressively pursuing taxpayers for debts dating back 20+ years, using new powers to recover money many believed was written off. Thousands face unexpected financial shocks.
HMRC's 'Breathing Space' for 1.4M in Tax Debt
Exclusive: HMRC launches a major new initiative to help over a million individuals and businesses struggling with tax bills, offering flexible payment plans and pausing debt collection.
UK Car Debt Crisis Echoes 2008 Financial Shock
Exclusive analysis reveals British drivers are buckling under a record £70 billion car finance burden, with soaring defaults threatening a 'Great Recession' style economic tremor. Discover the ticking time bomb in the UK's auto loan market.
Australia's £50BN Debt Interest Time Bomb
Australia is facing a severe fiscal crisis as interest payments on its national debt are projected to skyrocket, consuming an ever-larger portion of the federal budget and threatening future economic stability.
Mum clears £36k credit card debt with simple method
A UK mother reveals her simple but effective 'snowball method' to become debt-free, paying off a staggering £36,000 in credit card debt on an average income. Her story is an inspiration to families struggling with the cost of living.
Debt Collector Hell: Pursued for a Stranger's Bills
A UK man's five-year ordeal with relentless debt collectors over a stranger's unpaid bills exposes a shocking flaw in the system. Discover how to protect yourself from wrongful debt pursuit.
Holly Ramsay Models Victoria's Secret Bridal Collection
Gordon Ramsay's daughter, Holly Ramsay, showcases the luxurious new Victoria's Secret bridal collection in a breathtaking photoshoot, proving she's a fashion force in her own right.
National Galleries Told to Share Art Treasures Across UK
A major new report calls for a radical 'national collection' policy, demanding London's Tate and National Gallery lend more iconic artworks to regional museums, ending the capital's art monopoly.
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