Kayak Looters Target Flooded Washington Homes
Thieves are using kayaks to burgle evacuated homes in Washington's historic floods. One resident confronted them and recovered stolen goods. Stay informed on the crisis.
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UK Aid Diverted to Hamas, Houthis, Boko Haram
A shocking report reveals UK cash aid, up to £300m annually, is being siphoned by terror groups in conflict zones. Read the full investigation and demand transparency now.
AA and RAC target £5bn valuations for London listings
The AA and RAC, Britain's roadside giants, are each pursuing £5bn valuations via potential sales or London stock market flotations. Explore the financial drivers behind this major market move.
Trump Officials Threaten SNAP Funds in Clash with States
The Trump administration warns it will withhold SNAP administrative funds from Democratic-led states refusing to share recipient data, citing fraud concerns. Critics call it a political weaponisation of hunger.
US to Withhold SNAP Food Aid from Democrat-Led States
The Trump administration announces it will withhold SNAP food assistance from several states unless they provide recipient data. Read the full story on the escalating political clash.
South Africa arrests four men en route to fight for Russia
South African police arrest four men suspected of being recruited to fight for Russia. Investigation launched into a wider alleged recruitment network. Read the latest.
$3.6B Heating Aid Released After Delay
The US government has released $3.6 billion in overdue LIHEAP funding, providing crucial heating assistance for low-income households this winter. Learn more about the relief.
Toddler speech delays surge 'astronomically' due to screens
UK councils report an 'astronomical' rise in under-fives with speech and development delays, linked to increased screentime. Learn the findings and what it means for early years support.
Labour MPs demand Reeves U-turn on foreign aid cuts
Senior Labour MPs demand Chancellor Rachel Reeves provides a roadmap to restore the UK's foreign aid budget to 0.7% of GNI, warning current cuts risk lives and UK influence.
Mouse 'Midwives' Dramatically Increase Birth Survival
Groundbreaking study reveals experienced female mice act as midwives, pulling out stuck pups. Survival rates soar from 0% to 90%, showing animal caregiving is more common than thought.
GOP Senator Challenges McDonald's SNAP Funding
A Republican senator aims to close a loophole allowing millions in SNAP benefits to be spent at fast-food chains like McDonald's. Discover the political battle over nutrition assistance.
DWP Updates on Universal Credit Support for Families
The DWP has responded to MPs on Universal Credit plans and support for families. Discover the new eligibility tools and how the benefit provides a financial safety net.
Kate joins business leaders for early years summit
The Princess of Wales convened a major business summit in London to drive investment in early childhood development, highlighting a potential £45.5bn boost for the UK.
Serbia fast-tracks Kushner deal for Belgrade site
Serbia forms joint venture with Jared Kushner's firm to redevelop bombed military headquarters site, sparking protests and controversy over cultural heritage.
States Scramble to Restore Full SNAP Benefits
Millions of Americans await full November SNAP benefits as states work to restore payments after the longest US government shutdown. Discover the impact and timeline.
Serbians protest Kushner development on army HQ site
Thousands of Serbians are protesting against a luxury hotel development linked to Jared Kushner on the site of Belgrade's former army headquarters. Join the conversation about this controversial project.
Americans queue at food pantries amid shutdown
As the US government shutdown continues, federal workers and families, including their pets, face food insecurity with delayed aid. See the human impact.
Judge blocks Trump food stamp restrictions
A US federal court has struck down controversial Trump administration regulations that would have stripped food stamp benefits from hundreds of thousands of Americans, delivering a major victory for anti-poverty campaigners.
Court blocks Trump's SNAP benefits crackdown
A federal appeals court delivers major setback to Trump administration's attempt to restrict food stamp eligibility for thousands of Americans in landmark ruling.
Trump's Food Stamp Cuts Threaten Millions of Americans
Former President Donald Trump proposes sweeping cuts to SNAP programme that could leave vulnerable Americans without essential food assistance during economic uncertainty.
Village fury over 65ft 'mega-shed' built via planning loophole
Outraged residents in a quiet Buckinghamshire village discover a developer used a 1948 agricultural rule to bypass modern planning permission for a massive industrial structure looming over their homes.
Vietnam Cities Forming Major Economic Corridor
Groundbreaking research from Kyoto University identifies Vietnam's Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City region as an emerging megapolitan area set to transform Southeast Asia's economic landscape by 2030.
Trump threatens food stamp cuts during shutdown crisis
Former President Donald Trump has called for drastic cuts to SNAP benefits as government shutdown looms, putting millions of Americans' food security at risk.
Mixed Reactions to USAID Cuts: Not Everyone is Mourning
As US foreign aid programmes face significant cuts, mixed reactions emerge from communities worldwide. While some lament the loss of crucial funding, others question the effectiveness and legacy of American development assistance.
Trump's SNAP cuts spark outrage and hunger fears
Former President Donald Trump's executive order to restrict SNAP benefits has ignited fierce backlash from anti-poverty groups and Democratic lawmakers, raising concerns about a looming hunger crisis across America.
Court Orders Food Stamp Restoration for 700,000
A federal judge has ordered the immediate reinstatement of food stamp benefits for nearly 700,000 Americans after ruling the Trump administration's snap policy change was unlawful.
SNAP Benefits Delayed: Millions Face Food Insecurity
Critical food assistance for vulnerable Americans faces major delays due to technical failures in government payment systems, raising concerns about hunger and food waste across the nation.
US Congress seeks emergency funds from Hartford amid crisis
In an extraordinary turn of events, members of the United States Congress have been compelled to seek emergency financial assistance from Hartford, Connecticut, as political gridlock leaves them without pay. This unprecedented situation reveals deepening
Ireland builds diplomatic bridge with Jamaica construction project
Dublin announces ambitious construction initiative in Kingston, strengthening diplomatic relations between Ireland and Jamaica through symbolic architectural partnership.
Food Bank Crisis as Benefits Lapse Sparks Hunger Fears
UK food banks face unprecedented strain as vital government food assistance programmes expire, leaving vulnerable families struggling to afford basic essentials amid rising food costs.
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