Over 400 school jobs in Montgomery County, Maryland, could vanish when officials vote on Thursday. The cuts follow a budget dispute where county leaders approved only a small fraction of the school system’s funding request. Among those at risk is Kate Heald, a college and career advisor at Bethesda
Running a small business and raising kids means every dollar counts. Credit card rewards have become a smart way for families to stretch their budgets, especially when travel costs keep rising. A Colorado mom explains how she uses these rewards to fund family trips and business expenses. But a new b
Hungary has secured a large sum from the European Union that could help lift its economy. The money will arrive in late 2026 and is expected to reduce the country’s debt and borrowing costs. Finance Minister Andras Karman said the new government will revise the 2026 budget to make it more realisti
Russia is facing tough choices as its war spending in Ukraine clashes with growing financial strain. Officials in Moscow have quietly warned that the current defense budget is unsustainable, risking deeper economic trouble. The Finance Ministry and central bank argue that without cuts elsewhere, the
The fight against antibiotic resistance is a worldwide problem that touches people, animals, crops and the planet. In 2015 every country that belongs to the World Health Organization promised to create national plans that bring together different sectors under a One‑Health idea. To make those pla
The German finance ministry has warned that the country’s huge €500 billion fund for roads, rail and climate projects must be used more quickly. The report, sent to lawmakers on Monday, shows that the money is already helping growth but has not been spent fast enough. Last year the fund was meant
Lawmakers in Illinois are scrambling to finalize a $55 billion budget before their weekend deadline. The main focus is on taxes and spending, not the Chicago Bears' stadium plans. Some politicians want to tax big tech companies and wealthy residents to pay for services. Others worry about raising co
In the fiscal year that ended in March 2026, Canada’s government ran a larger budget shortfall than the previous year. The deficit climbed to 55. 28 billion Canadian dollars, up from 43. 15 billion a year earlier, according to the finance ministry’s report. Spending grew by 1. 6% across most majo
Colorado lawmakers pushed through a new education funding bill that raises the state’s total money for K‑12 schools by about $180 million. The plan adds $449 to each student’s budget, bringing the average to roughly $12, 325 for the 2026‑27 school year. Most districts will keep or grow their funding
Wadsworth’s public schools are making big changes this fall after voters rejected a tax increase that would have helped balance the budget. Instead of new money, the district is cutting 33 jobs, raising class sizes, and even talking about making some kids ride the bus to different schools. The vote
