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$1 Billion Minnesota Fraud Shakes Public Trust

Massive fraud schemes in Minnesota have siphoned over $1 billion from programmes for children and the homeless, leading to federal prosecutions and political fallout. Discover how it happened.

Medicare safety net costs explode to $871m

Exclusive data reveals Medicare safety net spending has surged from $339m to $871.4m since 2010, with taxpayers increasingly subsidising rising specialist fees. Discover the implications for Australia's healthcare system.

Court Backs Trump's Food Stamp Cuts

A landmark federal court ruling has greenlit the Trump administration's plan to strip billions from SNAP benefits, potentially leaving millions of vulnerable Americans facing food insecurity.

Trump Proposes Partial Food Stamp Funding Overhaul

Donald Trump unveils plan to shift food stamp funding burden to states, sparking immediate backlash from anti-poverty groups and setting stage for bitter political battle over social safety net.

Sydney Shark Attack Sparks Debate: Do Nets Even Work?

Following a fatal shark attack in Sydney, experts and officials are locked in a fierce debate over the effectiveness and ethics of shark netting. Discover why critics argue this 1930s technology is ecological vandalism that offers little real protection.

Liberal Senator's defiant stand on net zero and wildlife

South Australian Liberal Senator Andrew McLachlan launches an impassioned defence of Australia's net zero target and calls for stronger action to protect endangered species, putting him at odds with his own party's climate sceptics.

Elon Musk Loses $56bn as Tesla Stock Tumbles

Tesla's stock market crisis has triggered a staggering $56 billion collapse in Elon Musk's net worth, marking one of the most dramatic wealth destructions in corporate history and raising serious questions about the electric car giant's future.

Armani's £8.8bn Fortune Exposed in Family Feud

Fashion icon Giorgio Armani's immense £8.8 billion wealth has been exposed through confidential court documents amid a dramatic family feud over his fashion empire's future.

Neymar's Jaw-Dropping Salary & Fortune Revealed

Brazilian football icon Neymar's staggering annual salary and immense fortune have been laid bare, revealing the true cost of his lavish lifestyle and injury-plagued career.

Kelce Brothers' Garage Beer Brand Worth Millions

Kansas City Chiefs superstar Travis Kelce and his brother Jason have built a staggering fortune with their Garage Beer brand, transforming a simple idea into a multi-million pound success story far beyond the football field.

Far-Right Green-Bashing: Mainstream Parties' Convenient Excuse

New analysis reveals how mainstream political parties are exploiting far-right opposition to green policies as a convenient excuse for their own climate inaction, while experts argue we possess far more agency to act than commonly believed.

Trapeze Artist's 30ft Fall During Dangerous Splits Stunt

Dramatic footage captures the terrifying moment a circus performer loses balance during a dangerous high-wire splits manoeuvre, plummeting 30 feet before safety nets intervene. Audience screams echo as emergency crews rush to assist.

Shell scraps Rotterdam biofuels plant in green strategy U-turn

Energy giant Shell has abruptly cancelled construction of its flagship biofuels facility in Rotterdam, dealing a significant blow to European sustainable fuel ambitions and raising questions about the company's decarbonisation commitments.

Solo traveller, 22, gets creepy texts from holiday host

A 22-year-old solo traveller's dream holiday turned into a nightmare after her Airbnb host sent a series of inappropriate and creepy late-night messages, prompting a vital safety warning for all women travelling alone.

Badenoch: North Sea Drilling Ban Risks UK Blackouts

Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch issues a stark warning that blocking new North Sea oil and gas projects could trigger catastrophic blackouts, soaring bills, and severe economic damage, as she clashes with net zero ambitions.

GBBO's Richest Stars: From Baking to Millions

Exclusive look at the staggering net worths of GBBO's most successful bakers. Discover who traded their rolling pins for riches and became the show's true financial winners.

Jack Grealish's Fortune Surges to £50 Million

England and Manchester City footballer Jack Grealish has seen his personal fortune surge past £50 million through his mega contract, a groundbreaking Puma deal, and lucrative endorsements with brands like Gucci and Bose.

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