Labor pledges action as survey reveals how many young NSW men admit to sexually harassing women

The Trump administration has reportedly disbanded the Department of Government Efficiency (Doge) ahead of its scheduled end, confirming long-held suspicions about the agency's viability. With eight months remaining on its contract, the agency's dissolution marks the conclusion of its controversial efforts to restructure federal agencies and reduce workforce numbers. OPM director Scott Kupor stated that Doge is no longer a 'centralized entity.'

Hospitals in Gaza are facing a severe shortage of essential medical supplies as Israeli airstrikes continue to escalate, resulting in over 50 fatalities and more than 100 injuries in recent days. Medical personnel report critical shortages of gauze, antiseptics, thermometers, and antibiotics, which are vital for treating the wounded. This situation has arisen amid ongoing violence that has intensified despite previous ceasefire agreements.

A cross-party coalition in England is working towards the realization of an ambitious 'forest city' plan, aiming to construct a city made of wood that could accommodate one million residents. The initiative is set to begin construction by the end of the current parliamentary term, marking the first such project since Milton Keynes in the 1960s.

Experts have condemned the Free Birth Society (FBS) for promoting unassisted childbirth, claiming it leads to dangerous outcomes such as excessive bleeding and stillbirths. The organization, led by influencers Emilee Saldaya and Yolande Norris-Clark, lacks medical training and has been linked to tragic cases, including infant deaths.

The UK government has announced a freeze on rail fares in England for 2026, marking the first such measure in 30 years. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to confirm this decision in her upcoming budget speech, aiming to alleviate the financial burden on commuters and support economic growth amid rising living costs.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to announce a £1.5 billion boost in electric vehicle (EV) subsidies as part of the upcoming budget, which aims to support the purchase of new EVs until 2030. This funding includes £1.3 billion for subsidies and £200 million for charging infrastructure, addressing concerns about a potential pay-per-mile tax that could deter consumers from buying electric cars.

Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, faces allegations from 20 former classmates at Dulwich College who claim he exhibited racist and antisemitic behavior during his teenage years. Farage has denied these claims through a spokesperson, asserting there is 'no evidence' to support the allegations.

The UK is experiencing a severe outbreak of bird flu, significantly impacting the supply of Christmas turkeys, chickens, and ducks. Poultry producers have reported that 5% of the seasonal flock has already been culled, with expectations of tight supplies for organic and free-range birds, which are particularly vulnerable to the disease.