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State Library of Victoria faces backlash over job cuts plan

The State Library of Victoria, one of the world's busiest, plans to cut 40 jobs and halve its reference librarians. Critics call it a 'crude self-lobotomy' that betrays the institution's core mission. Read more on this cultural crisis.

Florida College Re-Votes on Land for Trump Library

Miami Dade College's board has re-voted to gift a prime $67m site for Donald Trump's presidential library, despite an ongoing lawsuit alleging open government violations. Read the full story.

Second Bid to Ban Feminist Book from National Library

Trans activists demand National Library of Scotland remove 'The Women Who Wouldn't Wheesht' for second time. Discover the escalating censorship battle threatening free speech in Scottish cultural institutions.

Classic Crime Novels Reissued for Modern Readers

Discover three reissued crime classics from the Mail Bookshop. From a 1950s English village poisoning to a railway heist and a Maigret medical mystery. Dive into these gripping whodunits today!

Trump plans $1bn Miami presidential library

Donald Trump's foundation aims to raise nearly $1 billion in tax-exempt donations for a presidential library in downtown Miami, with $50m already pledged from media settlements. Discover the ambitious plans and the controversial tax status.

British Library strikers demand fair pay and support

As British Library workers strike over pay, voices like Zadie Smith's champion their cause, highlighting a wider devaluation of library services and staff across the UK. Support our cultural heritage.

First UK state school opens fee-paying branch in Dubai

Historic Queen Elizabeth's School in Barnet becomes the first UK state school to launch an overseas branch in Dubai. The venture aims to generate funds for its British counterpart amid funding shortages.

Trump pressure threatens US government shutdown

Former President Donald Trump's pressure on Republican lawmakers threatens to trigger a massive federal government shutdown, putting millions of workers and essential services at risk.

Police Scotland demands extra £140m amid budget crisis

Police Scotland faces its most severe financial crisis since its creation, with chiefs warning they need an additional £140 million annually just to maintain current service levels amid rising operational costs.

Taxpayer Millions Funded UK Film Flops

Exclusive investigation uncovers how obscure production companies received substantial public funding for films that failed to achieve commercial success or critical acclaim, raising serious questions about film funding accountability.

Scottish NHS boards get £135M emergency bailout

NHS Lanarkshire and NHS Ayrshire & Arran receive staggering £135.5 million in emergency funding, raising serious concerns about patient safety and the sustainability of Scotland's healthcare system.

Historic Mechanics' Institutes Reinvented for Modern Era

Discover how Australia's iconic Mechanics' Institutes are transforming from Victorian-era libraries into vibrant community hubs, offering everything from yoga classes to coding workshops while preserving their rich heritage.

British Library ransomware crisis exposes security flaws

The British Library faces an ongoing technological nightmare as a devastating ransomware attack continues to cripple services months after the initial breach, raising serious questions about cybersecurity in UK cultural institutions.

Hospice Crisis: Why End-of-Life Care Needs Funding Now

As Britain faces a growing crisis in palliative care, hospices struggle with funding gaps while demand surges. Discover why investing in compassionate end-of-life care is essential for our society's wellbeing.

Vice-chancellors' pay soars as universities face cuts

As UK universities face financial crisis with course cuts and staff redundancies, Guardian analysis reveals vice-chancellors' pay packages have soared to record levels, creating a growing divide between leadership and struggling institutions.

Trump axes arts board, cancels ARC Ballroom project

Former President Donald Trump has abruptly terminated the President's Committee on the Arts and Humanities, scrapping the planned ARC Ballroom renovation in another dramatic executive action.

Wisconsin Republicans Block Planned Parenthood Funding

Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin have rejected a federal funding proposal that would have provided millions for Planned Parenthood's healthcare services, affecting thousands of low-income patients across the state.

Stick Library: Safer Alternative to Dangerous Dog Play

A revolutionary 'Stick Library' in a UK park is challenging traditional dog play, offering safer alternatives to potentially dangerous sticks. Discover why vets are praising this innovative approach to canine safety.

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