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Six takeaways from Canada's federal budget - From tariff cushions to space launches and Eurovision, Prime Minister Carney's first budget aims to protect Canada while looking beyond the US. 14 hrs ago - US & Canada

From tariff cushions to space launches to Eurovision, Prime Minister Carney’s first budget aims to protect Canada while looking beyond the US.

BBC News - Business - 4 minutes ago

A 'generational budget' that does little but set federal spending adrift - Colin Busby - , Alexandre Laurin - and - Don Drummond - 3 hours ago

Bolder changes are needed to restore credibility, such as deeper and wider expenditure reviews and a broad-based tax reform

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 14 minutes ago

Analysis - Federal budget charts difficult path out of current crisis — with small margin of error - The 2025 federal budget plots a path for the Canadian economy to emerge from the current crisis. But it also highlights just how deep a hole the economy is in right now and how small the margin for error is as Canada navigates the perils of a trade war. Business - | 10 hours ago

The 2025 federal budget plots a path for the Canadian economy to emerge from the current crisis. But it also highlights just how deep a hole the economy is in right now and how small the margin for error is as Canada navigates the perils of a trade war.

CBC News - Politics - 16 minutes ago

In the federal budget, who is being asked to make sacrifices? -- Paul Kershaw

The Carney government’s first budget does nothing to address the pressure point that is Old Age Security

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

opinion - In the federal budget, who is being asked to make sacrifices? Paul Kershaw

The Carney government’s first budget does nothing to address the pressure point that is Old Age Security

The Globe and Mail - Business - 1 hour ago

Supreme Court justices seem skeptical of Trump's sweeping tariffs -- The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.

The Supreme Court heard arguments Wednesday over whether a federal emergency powers law authorizes President Trump's most sweeping tariffs.

CBS News - Politics - 1 hour ago

Business - Analysis - Federal budget charts difficult path out of current crisis — with small margin of error

The 2025 federal budget plots a path for the Canadian economy to emerge from the current crisis. But it also highlights just how deep a hole the economy is in right now and how small the margin for error is as Canada navigates the perils of a trade war.

CBC News - Top Stories - 1 hour ago

Illinois sues over rule change for federal public service student loan forgiveness program

Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul joins 21 other states challenging switch based on Trump “policy priorities designed to attack lawful conduct it does not agree with."

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 2 hours ago

opinion - A 'generational budget' that does little but set federal spending adrift - Colin Busby - , Alexandre Laurin - and - Don Drummond

Bolder changes are needed to restore credibility, such as deeper and wider expenditure reviews and a broad-based tax reform

The Globe and Mail - Business - 2 hours ago

Tom Mulcair: 'Only God can make a tree,' but a bad budget can destroy it

Former NDP leader and political analyst Tom Mulcair argues that the Liberal government's so-called 'generational budget' betrays Canada’s future. He says Liberal climate promises have devolved into deception, leaving behind environmental and economic debt for generations to come.

CTV News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

N.S. MP who left Conservatives explains why he joined Liberals - Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont, who left the Conservatives to join the Liberals on budget day, says in recent months he didn't feel aligned with the ideals advanced by the Conservative leader — and wanted to work to build Canada and 'not continue to be negative.'

Nova Scotia MP Chris d'Entremont, who left the Conservatives to join the Liberals on budget day, says in recent months he didn't feel aligned with the ideals advanced by the Conservative leader — and wanted to work to build Canada and 'not continue to be negative.'

CBC News - Top Stories - 2 hours ago

Federal budget dedicates over $1B to boost Canadian AI and quantum computing -- Benjamin Lopez Steven -- -

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget proposes providing more than $1 billion over the next five years to build up Canada’s artificial intelligence and quantum computing ecosystems while embedding AI technology more deeply in federal government operations.

CBC News - Politics - 3 hours ago

Analysis - Are Canadians going to get behind Mark Carney's 'generational' budget? Politics - | November 5

"Generational" is the Carney government's adjective of choice at this moment of consequence. The word appeared 11 times in the prepared text of François Philippe-Champagne's budget speech and another 45 times in the 493-page budget document.

CBC News - Politics - 3 hours ago

Carney says budget built for a 'crucial time' of global disruption, tech changes

The federal budget is a “bold response” to meet a crucial moment of global trade disruption, deep divisions and accelerating technological change, Prime Minister Mark Carney said Wednesday as he began the task of selling the first government budget tabled under his watch.

CTV News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Carney unveils budget focused on strengthening Canada's finances

Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled his government's first federal budget with a focus on strengthening Canada's finances in the face of U.S. tariffs. The plan includes billions in new spending on infrastructure and defence and cuts to the federal public service.

CBC News - Politics - 4 hours ago

Carney's 1st budget calls for billions in new spending to prop up tariff-hit economy -- John Paul Tasker -- News

Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne presented his first federal budget Tuesday and it includes big-ticket items to prop up an economy grappling with major economic disruptions but also cuts to the public service to get the fiscal house in order.

CBC News - Business - 4 hours ago

Great budget, Carney. It would be a shame if Canadians don't get onside -- David Jones

Results from Prime Minister’s big bet will take time to materialize, posing a challenge as public struggles with affordability

The Globe and Mail - Business - 4 hours ago

Six takeaways: What Budget 2025 includes for everyday Canadians

Framed as an “investment budget,” Mark Carney’s first fiscal picture as prime minister focuses mostly on big-ticket investment-driving items, rather than spending geared towards individual Canadians.

CTV News - Top Stories - 4 hours ago

Homecoming Grounded: The Blue Angels Show at NAS Pensacola Falls Victim to Budget Strain -- The Blue Angels' 2025 Homecoming Air Show at NAS Pensacola has been cancelled, marking the latest casualty of the federal...

The Blue Angels’ 2025 Homecoming Air Show at NAS Pensacola has been cancelled, marking the latest casualty of the federal shutdown and defense budget strain. Base officials cited funding shortfalls and contracting delays, while locals lamented the loss of a beloved tradition that typically draws hundreds of thousands to the Gulf Coast. The cancellation echoes past disruptions in 2013 and 2020, reminding Pensacola how national politics can ripple through even its proudest hometown traditions.

Military.com - Top Stories - 5 hours ago

Federal Budget 2025: What makes this one different?

CBC’s chief political correspondent Rosemary Barton asks Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne about what makes this budget different from those of previous Liberal governments and how it can help Canadians.

CBC News - Politics - 5 hours ago

Carney's 1st budget calls for billions in new spending to prop up tariff-hit economy

Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne presented his first federal budget Tuesday and it includes big-ticket items to prop up an economy grappling with major economic disruptions but also cuts to the public service to get the fiscal house in order.

CBC News - Politics - 5 hours ago

Federal budget deficit nearly twice the size forecast by Liberals

The budget tabled Tuesday projects a $78.3-billion total deficit, as Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government prioritizes capital project spending over programs and services.

CTV News - Politics - 6 hours ago

Carney budget to slash public service by 16,000 over 3 years - Canada - Ottawa - | November 4

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget seeks to slash the public service by 16,000 full-time equivalent positions, or about 4.5 per cent of the workforce, over three years.

CBC News - Politics - 7 hours ago

Halifax couple hopes federal budget leads to affordable housing

Lis and Myles Landry watched coverage of the federal budget, looking for any good news surrounding affordable housing.

CTV News - Business - 8 hours ago

Reeves puts Britain on notice of sweeping tax rises in Budget

Chancellor warns ‘we will all have to contribute’ to fixing Britain’s public finances

Independent UK - Politics - 10 hours ago

Jury Weighs Testimony in Trial of Man Who Threw Sandwich at Federal Agent

Sean Dunn faces up to a year in jail on a misdemeanor charge.

Epoch Times - US News - 13 hours ago

AI, quantum, IP and a global research talent raid operation get funding in federal budget -- Yesterday

Carney’s government also moves ahead on open banking, stablecoin legislation

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 14 hours ago

Federal budget proposes funding to create new national emergency public alert system model -- Yesterday

Ottawa is also allocating $257.6-million to boost provincial and territorial aerial wildfire fighting capacity

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 15 hours ago

Federal budget stops short of tax and regulatory changes many hoped for

Moves designed to boost business investment and improve productivity issues were more incremental than transformational

The Globe and Mail - Business - 15 hours ago

Is Reeves about to repeat this 1970s horror budget?

Sky's Jon Craig looks at similarities between the state of politics and the economy in 1975, when Labour chancellor Denis Healey raised income tax, and today - as his successor Rachel Reeves considers doing the same.

Sky News - Top Stories - 15 hours ago

Federal charges filed against California man who allegedly drove U-Haul toward Coast Guard officers

A 26-year-old Oakland resident faces federal charges after he allegedly drove a U-Haul truck toward U.S. Coast Guard personnel guarding a California base, prompting gunfire.

Fox News - US News - 15 hours ago

Great budget, Carney. It would be a shame if Canadians don't get onside -- David Jones -- Yesterday

Results from Prime Minister’s big bet will take time to materialize, posing a challenge as public struggles with affordability

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 15 hours ago

FEDERAL BUDGET 2025 -- Carney's budget is a Trump survival plan. Here are the highlights -- Yesterday

More money for defence and trade diversification, less for public servants: Here’s what stands out in Tuesday’s blueprint

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 16 hours ago

Eight ways the budget affects your wallet, from vacant homes to student loans -- Yesterday

After talk of financial sacrifice, Carney’s first budget made no major benefits cuts or tax hikes

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 16 hours ago

Federal judge likely to intervene at Broadview's ICE facility: 'It has really become a prison'

The comment from a Justice Department attorney followed emotional testimony from detainees and came after U.S. District Judge Robert Gettleman told her, "if the conditions are unconstitutional, so be it."

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 17 hours ago

Experts react to federal budget -- Video -- 2:42

The Liberal government has tabled Prime Minister Mark Carney's first federal budget, which includes almost $90-billion in net new spending over five years. Experts Francis Fong, Rachel Samson and Michael Wernick react to the spending plan.

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 17 hours ago

OPINION -- A big-moment budget Carney has packed with expectations -- Campbell Clark -- Yesterday

Few prime ministers have put so much of their politics into one budget – but this is the Mark Carney way

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 17 hours ago

analysis - Budget signals Carney's new tone on climate policy, but not much substance

Ottawa does appear to be moving away from grants for industrial decarbonization

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

Federal budget encourages private investment, stops short of tax and regulatory changes many hoped for

Moves designed to boost business investment and improve productivity issues were more incremental than transformational

The Globe and Mail - Top Stories - 18 hours ago

NDP says abstention is an option on budget vote -- November 2, 2025

Government has warned of the possibility of a snap election unless at least one other party steps forward to allow approval of the budget

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 18 hours ago

Federal government launches dispute process over Stellantis Jeep production move to U.S. -- November 3, 2025

Industry Minister says Ottawa told automaker it will seek reimbursement for federal aid unless another vehicle is built at Brampton factory

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 18 hours ago

Budget will scrap program to plant two billion trees, source says -- November 3, 2025

Ottawa’s decision is part of a spending review to find internal savings

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 18 hours ago

Federal budget to include $50-billion local infrastructure fund -- Yesterday

Finance Minister to announce funding for housing, transportation, hospitals and emergency services, as well as tens of billions in targeted savings

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 18 hours ago

Politics Insider: Budget set to boost defence, trim public service -- Yesterday

Economists are projecting the deficit could be in the range of $70-billion to $100-billion

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 18 hours ago

AI, quantum, IP and a global research talent raid operation get funding in federal budget

Carney’s government also moves ahead on open banking, stablecoin legislation

The Globe and Mail - Business - 19 hours ago

Liberals scrapping 2 billion trees target as part of budget: sources -- Darren Major -- -

The Liberal government is dropping its goal to plant two billion trees by 2031 as part of Tuesday's budget, according to sources familiar with the matter.

CBC News - Politics - 19 hours ago

Six takeaways from Canada's federal budget

From tariff cushions to space launches to Eurovision, Prime Minister Carney’s first budget aims to protect Canada while looking beyond the US.

BBC News - Top Stories - 19 hours ago

Tax-rising budget was not the plan - but this is why Reeves does bear some responsibility

The rigid fiscal rules that Ms Reeves herself established are a key component.

Sky News - Politics - 20 hours ago

States Update Food Stamp Requirements to Comply With New Federal Law

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act made changes to the federal food stamp program, which states help run.

Epoch Times - Top Stories - 20 hours ago

A first look at the 2025 federal budget

The federal government has tabled the 2025 budget that will add details to the fiscal priorities Prime Minister Mark Carney has discussed since winning the election. It includes $141 billion in new spending over the next five years — offset by some $51.2 billion in cuts and other savings.

CBC News - Politics - 20 hours ago

Budget touts $81.8B defence investment as a sovereignty 'blueprint' but offers only rough fiscal sketches

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s first budget delivers a historic investment in defence and the defence industry. But the fiscal plan is light on specifics on how and when the roughly $81.8 billion will be spent.

CBC News - Politics - 20 hours ago

Carney plans billions in new spending in response to US tariff shocks -- The federal budget from Canada's PM seeks to attract business investment and protect sectors hit by the ongoing trade war with the Trump administration.

The federal budget from Canada's PM seeks to attract business investment and protect sectors hit by the ongoing trade war with the Trump administration.

BBC News - World - 20 hours ago

A $78B deficit, public service cuts, new tax measures: Highlights of budget 2025

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal government delivered its first budget Tuesday, promising “a new era of leadership and a new economic foundation.”

CBC News - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

After all the hype, Carney's first budget fails to meet the moment

Every little bit helps, but Ottawa’s fiscal plan is far from transformative

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 21 hours ago

White House says administration is complying with court order on SNAP funds -- President Trump wrote on Truth Social that federal food benefits "will be given only when the Radical Left Democrats open up government, which they can easily do, and not before!"

President Trump wrote on Truth Social that federal food benefits "will be given only when the Radical Left Democrats open up government, which they can easily do, and not before!"

CBS News - Top Stories - 21 hours ago

Budget 2025 goes big on capital spending, deficit projected at $78.3B

The federal government is set to unveil its budget today — the Liberals’ first fiscal update in almost a year and the first summary of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s agenda since the party released its spring election platform.

CTV News - Politics - 21 hours ago

Pierre Poilievre won't say if his Conservatives will oppose upcoming federal budget -- Benjamin Lopez Steven -- -

With just days to go until the Liberal government introduces its much-anticipated federal budget, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre won’t say whether his party will strike down the legislation — instead insisting he needs to read the document before deciding.

CBC News - Politics - 22 hours ago

U.S. government begins prosecuting case against man who threw sandwich at federal agent

Opening arguments began Tuesday in the trial of Washington, D.C., resident Sean Charles Dunn, a U.S. Justice Department employee who threw a sandwich at a federal agent in August and was subsequently fired by President Donald Trump's administration.

CBC News - World - 23 hours ago

Border Patrol agent testifies sandwich thrown at him "exploded all over" -- Sean Dunn has been charged with a misdemeanor felony count for throwing a sandwich at a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agent during President Trump's federal takeover of D.C.

Sean Dunn has been charged with a misdemeanor felony count for throwing a sandwich at a U.S. Customs and Border Patrol agent during President Trump's federal takeover of D.C.

CBS News - US News - 23 hours ago

Talks to end the government shutdown intensify as federal closure on track to become longest ever

Signs of a potential end to the government shutdown are intensifying with senators from both parties, Republicans and Democrats, quietly negotiating the contours of an emerging deal.

Los Angeles Times - World - 23 hours ago

Head of Army Emergency Relief explains how to receive a grant for missed federal benefits

The CEO of Army Emergency Relief posted a video explaining how soldiers can apply for grants to cover missed food stamps or child nutrition benefits.

Stars and Stripes - US News - 1 day ago

Assault trial begins for man who threw sandwich at federal agent

After throwing the sandwich, Dunn ran away but was apprehended about a block away

Independent UK - US News - 1 day ago

Apple to launch budget Mac laptop that will cost well under $1,000: report

The laptop will have an iPhone processor and a lower-end LCD display, with the screen coming in slightly below 13.6 inches, the smallest of any current Mac, Bloomberg reported.

New York Post - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Trump Gives Half a Loaf to Hungry SNAP Recipients -- Given an option by federal judges to partially or fully fund SNAP, the administration chose the partial option, creating pain, chaos, and blame.

Given an option by federal judges to partially or fully fund SNAP, the administration chose the partial option, creating pain, chaos, and blame.

New York Magazine - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Analysis -- Can the federal budget reset Canada's economy? -- Peter Armstrong -- News -- - -- Business -- |

Canada's economy is suffering. The Bank of Canada says interest rate cuts can only do so much. So it's passed the baton to the federal government. This week's budget can do what the central bank cannot: restructure how the Canadian economy grows.

CBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Budget will be 'fair' says UK chancellor as tax rises expected -- The chancellor says she will make 'necessary choices' in an unusual pre-Budget speech.

The chancellor is rolling the pitch for a difficult Budget as economists predict tax rises on 26 November.

BBC News - Business - 1 day ago

Why Reeves chose an 8am news conference to warn of tax rises in upcoming budget

Rachel Reeves is battling for her own credibility - and ultimately, the survival of Sir Keir Starmer's government.

Sky News - Politics - 1 day ago

Pound plummets after Reeves hints at Budget tax rises

The chancellor refused to rule out tax hikes and said the upcoming Budget will focus on lowering inflation

Independent UK - Business - 1 day ago

Which taxes could rise at next Budget?

There are many options on the table as the chancellor looks to raise considerable sums

Independent UK - Politics - 1 day ago

Federal Government Moves to Dismiss Appeal Over Oregon Troop Deployment

The state of Oregon and city of Portland want their day in court and oppose the dismissal request.

Epoch Times - US News - 1 day ago

Tories accuse Reeves of dropping 'waffle bomb' after pre-Budget speech

Rachel Reeves is rumoured to be considering a proposal by the Resolution Foundation to raise income tax by 2p on the pound while cutting national insurance by the same amount

Evening Standard - Politics - 1 day ago

Reeves' Budget dilemma: tax rises or reforms? Have your say

As Rachel Reeves prepares her first Budget and warns of ‘painful decisions’ ahead, debate is growing over whether she should raise taxes to fix the public finances or find fairer, alternative ways to boost revenue. Now it’s time to have your say...

Independent UK - Politics - 1 day ago

Watch live: Rachel Reeves makes major pre-Budget speech

Watch as Rachel Reeves set out her economic priorities in a pre-Budget speech on Tuesday (4 November).

Independent UK - Politics - 1 day ago

Rachel Reeves to pave way for tax rises in pre-Budget speech

The chancellor’s address is set to come after weeks of expectation management and growing reports of planned tax rises as she scrambles to fill a black hole of up to £50bn in the public finances

Independent UK - Politics - 1 day ago

FDA's top drug regulator resigns after federal officials probe concerns about his conduct

Dr. George Tidmarsh had been placed on leave Friday after Health and Human Services officials were notified of the issues, a department spokesperson said.

NBC News - Health - 1 day ago

OPINION -- Is there a purple business plan in the red Liberal budget? -- Campbell Clark -- November 2, 2025

The big Liberal public-project budget needs investment incentives for corporate Canada

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 1 day ago

Budget 2025: What tax rises could Rachel Reeves announce?

Sir Keir Starmer and Rachel Reeves have hinted at tax rises to come when the chancellor delivers the budget later this month. Sky News takes a look at her options.

Sky News - Politics - 1 day ago

Mayor Johnson scores win in legal battle with Trump over frozen federal funds

In a ruling handed down Friday, a federal judge granted the city’s motion for a preliminary injunction challenging the decision by the Department of Homeland Security and the Federal Emergency Management Administration (FEMA) to terminate a program created to reimburse cities for costs tied to the care and feeding of migrants.

Chicago Sun-Times - Politics - 1 day ago

Complete digital sovereignty 'impossible' for federal government, Treasury Board says

Even Canadian companies may rely on software, components and infrastructure sourced through global supply chains

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 1 day ago

Delaware General Assembly to meet to address $400 million budget deficit

After a state budget forecast that predicted an impending shortfall, Gov. Matt Meyer has called a Nov. 13 extraordinary session of the General Assembly.

Bay to Bay News - Top Stories - 1 day ago

Federal government will unveil proposed changes to EV sales mandate this winter, officials say

Prime Minister Mark Carney abruptly paused mandate’s rollout in September and launched a 60-day review

The Globe and Mail - Technology - 1 day ago

Trial starts in assault case against D.C. man who tossed sandwich at federal agent

The trial has begun for a former government attorney charged with assault for throwing a sandwich at a federal agent.

Los Angeles Times - Politics - 1 day ago

To respond to emerging threats, the RCMP needs to refocus on its core mandate – federal policing -- Kevin Lynch -- Jim Mitchell

Agency’s manpower and resources are now dedicated in large part to contract policing, which is an unsustainable model

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 1 day ago

Carney says he's prepared to fight an election campaign if budget doesn't pass -- November 1, 2025

Prime Minister declines to say whether he is confident Tuesday’s budget will pass

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 1 day ago

Homecoming Grounded: The Blue Angels Show at NAS Pensacola Falls Victim to Budget Strain

The Blue Angels’ 2025 Homecoming Air Show at NAS Pensacola has been cancelled, marking the latest casualty of the federal shutdown and defense budget strain. Base officials cited funding shortfalls and contracting delays, while locals lamented the loss of a beloved tradition that typically draws hundreds of thousands to the Gulf Coast. The cancellation echoes past disruptions in 2013 and 2020, reminding Pensacola how national politics can ripple through even its proudest hometown traditions.

Military.com - US News - 2 days ago

U.S. FDA's top drug regulator resigns after federal officials probe 'serious concerns'

The head of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s drug centre abruptly resigned Sunday after federal officials began reviewing “serious concerns about his personal conduct,” according to a government spokesperson.

CTV News - Health - 2 days ago

Detained most affected by federal immigration raids, but we all pay the price

The outcome is predictable: higher taxes, weaker schools and slower economic growth.

Chicago Sun-Times - Top Stories - 2 days ago

Never Before In American History Have Federal Courts Been Tested In This Way. -- Amicus

Meanwhile, Chief Justice John Roberts is presiding over the death of the rule of law.

Slate - Politics - 2 days ago

Top City Economist: My ten point guide to what the Budget will deliver

Chancellor Rachel Reeves could lost her job if Labour lose more ground in the polls

Evening Standard - Business - 2 days ago

Federal Judge Extends Order Preventing Trump From Deploying National Guard to Portland

The order blocks deployment of National Guard troops from Oregon, California, and Texas.

Epoch Times - US News - 2 days ago

Public service braces for billions in spending cuts ahead of Tuesday's budget -- November 1, 2025

The finance minister has hinted at shrinking the size of the public service, a move union leaders say could put up to 70,000 jobs at risk

The Globe and Mail - Politics - 2 days ago

Is Canada a serious country? The coming budget will tell us

Canada’s economy is enduring ‘structural changes’ that are already turning us into America’s poor cousin

The Globe and Mail - Opinion - 2 days ago

Retired federal employee considers the government shutdown and Trump's ballroom [column]

Few things have encapsulated the lawless, heartless, soulless nature of the second Trump administration as has the recent collision of the federal government shutdown with the demolition of the East

Lancaster Online - Top Stories - 3 days ago

Weaker forecasts will have 'consequences' at Budget, warns minister

John Healey insisted no decisions had been made on the final shape of the Budget to be delivered on November 26.

Independent UK - Business - 3 days ago

Ex-NBA player in federal gambling case allegedly used championship ring as collateral

Damon Jones' financial difficulties include eviction proceedings from a luxury Houston apartment and tens of thousands of dollars in debt to a casino, according to court documents.

NBC News - US News - 4 days ago

Refugees will be among the first to lose food stamps under federal changes

Under the budget law that Republicans call the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, food assistance for refugees will be sliced. The change is sowing fear, uncertainty, and a struggle for survival — a sign of what’s to come for millions of Americans.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 4 days ago

Health insurance premiums for 1.7 million Californians on Obamacare will soar as federal subsidies end

Healthcare plans under Obamacare will skyrocket 97% on average in 2026 if enhanced tax credits aren't renewed, experts said.

Los Angeles Times - Health - 5 days ago

Senate report details dozens of cases of medical neglect in federal immigration detention centers

A U.S. Senate investigation has uncovered dozens of credible reports of medical neglect and poor conditions in immigration detention centers nationwide — with detainees denied insulin, left without me

The Columbian - Health - 5 days ago

Reps.: Federal Funding Is a Lifeline for Domestic Violence Survivors. The Trump Admin Is Quietly Trying To End It | Opinion

As domestic violence survivors and congresswomen, we are sounding the alarm on the attacks on federal domestic violence programs.

Newsweek - Opinion - 5 days ago

Cost estimate more than triples to $1.3B for new federal inmate hospital -- Daniel Leblanc -- News

The budget for a new hospital for inmates in federal facilities is now estimated at $1.3 billion, over three times an estimate made public in 2021.

CBC News - Health - 6 days ago

U.S. Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for 2nd time this year to boost growth, hiring -- -

The U.S. Federal Reserve cut its key interest rate Wednesday for a second time this year as it seeks to shore up economic growth and hiring even as inflation stays elevated.

CBC News - Business - 6 days ago

Federal Reserve cuts key rate as government shutdown clouds economic outlook

The Fed has signaled it may reduce its key rate again in December but the lack of federal data because of the government shutdown raises the uncertainty around its next moves.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 7 days ago

Protest held at Palatine police station after officer assists federal agents with arrest

Police officials Monday said the officer only intervened in an attempt to calm a chaotic situation at a local business.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 7 days ago

Stocks mixed ahead of Federal Reserve's interest rate decision

The FTSE 100 index closed up 59.40 points, or 0.6%, at 9,756.14.

Independent UK - Business - 7 days ago

Federal healthcare cuts could affect coverage for millions of Californians, state officials say

Top California health officials warn that federal cuts will be a devastating blow to public health, even as the state seeks to mitigate the damage.

Los Angeles Times - Science - 7 days ago

Mansion tax wouldn't fill Budget black hole, economists warn Reeves

Former IFS director Paul Johnson says a mansion tax ‘wouldn’t raise anywhere near enough to fill a significant hole’ in the public finances

Independent UK - Politics - 8 days ago

Reeves gives biggest hint yet of tax rises in Budget

The chancellor is widely expected to use the Budget to increase taxes once again, with the Institute for Fiscal Studies estimating she needs to find £22bn via tax rises or spending cuts to meet her self-imposed fiscal rule

Independent UK - Politics - 9 days ago

Starmer urged to stop mansion tax plan before Budget

Rachel Reeves is said to be seriously considering a mansion tax to fill an estimated £40 billion budget black hole and appease the left of the Labour Party

Independent UK - Politics - 10 days ago

Polio eradication remains achievable despite 30% budget cut: health officials

Global health officials said polio eradication remains achievable despite a 30% budget cut, pledging to focus resources on high-risk areas and integrated vaccination efforts. The budget of the...

International The News - Health - 14 days ago

In tight times for Penn State's budget, James Franklin's $50M buyout is maddening [editorial]

THE ISSUE: Penn State fired head football coach James Franklin on Sunday, “less than 24 hours after a 22-21 home upset at the hands of Northwestern all but ended whatever

Lancaster Online - Opinion - 21 days ago

ICE facility fence in Broadview has been removed, in compliance with federal judge's order

U.S. District Judge LaShonda A. Hunt of the Northern District of Illinois had set a deadline for 11:59 p.m. Tuesday for the removal after finding that ICE had placed the fence on city property without permission, exceeding its authority.

Chicago Sun-Times - US News - 21 days ago

Charlie Kirk Day: When It's Celebrated, What to Expect, and Is It a Federal Holiday?

Charlie Kirk Day 2025 commemorates the conservative leader's impact on faith and free speech through national observances and public gatherings.

International Business Times - US News - 22 days ago

Troops Will Miss Paychecks Next Week Without Action on the Government Shutdown -- The federal government shutdown is raising anxiety levels among service members and their families, because those in uniform...

The federal government shutdown is raising anxiety levels among service members and their families, because those in uniform are working without pay.

Military.com - US News - 27 days ago

Brown to cut 48 jobs, scrap 55 open positions following federal pressure, student's exposé of Ivy League bloat

Brown University eliminated 103 positions following federal budget pressures and a student's exposé of unnecessary administrative staff at the university.

Fox News - Business - 1 month ago

For-Profit Corporations Are Buying Up More Psychiatric Hospitals. Some Flout Federal Law With Scarce Repercussions.

Psychiatric hospitals — increasingly owned by for-profit corporations — are illegally turning away patients during crises. Yet only a handful face penalties, with fines that are trivial, a ProPublica investigation found.

ProPublica - Health - 1 month ago

'Will federalise DC if...': Trump says US capital 'booming' but threatens national emergency again

President Trump has warned of a national emergency and federal takeover of Washington D.C. after Mayor Muriel Bowser halted police cooperation with ICE amid racial profiling allegations

First Post - World - 1 month ago

Federal judge upholds Hamtramck's Pride flag ban, dismisses lawsuit

Clashes over the Pride flag have divided the diverse city

Detroit Metro Times - Top Stories - 1 month ago

Detroit father of 5 released from ICE detention after federal court order

A judge ruled that a Trump administration directive was “not only wrong but also fundamentally unfair”

Detroit Metro Times - Top Stories - 2 months ago

How We Tracked Workforce Reductions at Federal Health Agencies

When the Trump administration refused to reveal how many workers had left federal health agencies, ProPublica turned to a federal employee directory to quantify the impact. Here’s how we did it.

ProPublica - Politics - 2 months ago

Apple iPhone 16e First Impressions: The budget gateway into Apple Intelligence -- There's no doubt that the iPhone 16e is a solid phone — it functions well, fits neatly into Apple's lineup, and brings some impressive features. But the way Apple has priced it makes things tricky

There’s no doubt that the iPhone 16e is a solid phone — it functions well, fits neatly into Apple’s lineup, and brings some impressive features. But the way Apple has priced it makes things tricky

First Post - Technology - 3 months ago

Canada needs agency to manage public UFO sightings, says new federal report -- Bryce Hoye -- News -- - -- Canada -- - -- Manitoba

Whether you're a believer, skeptic or fall somewhere in between, a new federally-commissioned report recommends a government agency be tasked with responding to UFO reports from the public and pilots.

CBC News - Technology - 3 months ago

Federal judge rejects Trump admin's move to monitor border financial transactions

A federal judge granted relief to two Texas border businesses from the Trump administration's policy meant to curb money laundering by cartel members.

Fox News - Business - 4 months ago

Texas AG Ken Paxton Won't Face Federal Corruption Charges as He Gains Momentum for Likely Senate Run

The federal criminal investigation was the most serious legal threat the once-embattled Republican faced. With the probe now over, Paxton is gearing up to likely challenge U.S. Sen. John Cornyn in 2026.

ProPublica - Politics - 7 months ago

The Federal Reserve continues pause on interest rate cuts, expects two cuts later this year

The Fed didn’t cut interest rates in March, citing the stable economy and improving labor markets.

Fox News - Business - 7 months ago

US researchers and doctors rally for science against Trump cuts -- Protesters say say firings, budget and grant cuts in health, climate, science and other research government agencies endanger not just the future but the present

Protesters say say firings, budget and grant cuts in health, climate, science and other research government agencies endanger not just the future but the present

Voice of America - Science - 7 months ago

How Trump's Federal Funding and Hiring Freezes Are Leaving America Vulnerable to Catastrophic Wildfire

Uncertainty over funding and hiring stemming from the president’s executive orders has limited wildfire training and postponed work to reduce flammable vegetation. It has also led some firefighters to leave the force, their colleagues said.

ProPublica - Environment - 8 months ago

ProPublica's Coverage of Donald Trump's Appointments — and How They Could Reshape Federal Agencies

President Trump’s nominees for key positions have a history of pushing back against the work of the departments and agencies they’ve been chosen to lead.

ProPublica - Politics - 9 months ago

Microsoft Bundling Practices Focus of Federal Antitrust Probe

The Federal Trade Commission has demanded information from Microsoft and interviewed competitors as the agency’s antitrust investigation heats up. The probe follows ProPublica reporting on how the company skirted and potentially violated federal law.

ProPublica - Technology - 10 months ago