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The Historical Society of Alberta will lose all provincial funding in the upcoming 2026 budget, threatening its future operations.

Swiss voters rejected a proposal to cut the public broadcasting fee in a recent referendum, demonstrating strong support for maintaining media funding.

The Czech government plans to reduce funding for Czech Radio's foreign broadcasts, which could significantly impact its international operations.

President Donald Trump has threatened to cut trade ties with Spain over its refusal to allow U.S. planes to use its bases for attacks on Iran and its opposition to increased NATO defense funding.

Cuba faces a potential humanitarian crisis and a collapse of its communist government due to President Trump's threats to cut off fuel and funding to the island.

The German Federal Ministry of Economics plans to eliminate subsidies for new small solar power systems, according to a draft bill.

The government of Minas Gerais has significantly cut its investments in initiatives responding to the impact of rain from about R$ 135 million in 2023 to around R$ 6 million by 2025.

Honduras has announced the termination of its contract with Cuban doctors, amidst pressure from the Trump administration which continues to cut funding sources for the Cuban government.

The UK government, led by Deputy PM David Lammy, has announced a significant increase in funding to allow Crown Courts to operate without restrictions on sitting days, aiming to reduce the backlog of cases.

The Conservative Party plans to reduce university admissions by 100,000 and increase funding for apprenticeships, aiming to streamline educational paths and save government spending.

The war in Ukraine has escalated into international waters as Ukraine and its Western allies declare war on the Russian shadow fleet to cut off oil revenue funding Russia's war efforts.

Germany has reduced federal subsidies for Deutsche Welle by ten million euros this year, requiring the broadcaster to cut expenses by a total of twenty-one million euros.

Thirteen US states, including California, are suing the Trump administration to secure federal grants for clean energy projects that were cut following policy changes favoring fossil fuels.

NYU Langone Health in New York City has decided to cease its gender-affirming care program for minors amid pressure from the Trump administration to cut funding for treatment of transgender youth.

The UN plans to cut funding for sign language interpreters during a significant meeting in Geneva concerning disability rights, potentially hindering inclusion efforts.

Pharmacists in England are warning that they may have to cut services soon due to significant financial losses and a funding crisis.

Regional leaders in Finland are protesting a planned funding cut of 390 million euros to welfare areas from 2027 to 2029, deeming it unreasonable and detrimental to long-term service organization.

Norway's Foreign Ministry has cut funding to the controversial think tank IPI, although the country's UN ambassador remains an advisor to the organization.

Six members of the government coalition criticize a proposal to cut funding for welfare regions, voicing concerns over the serious consequences of such measures.

Russia may be compelled to significantly reduce its oil production in the coming months due to increasing pressure from the U.S. and Europe, which would further diminish funding for the Kremlin's war in Ukraine.

Interior Minister Alexander Dobrindt plans to cut funding for integration courses for various groups, including Ukrainian refugees, leading to potential new integration issues.

Babiš's government has reduced funding for the drug policy program in Czechia by 100 million korunas.

The Finnish opposition demanded the government to reverse its decision to cut corporate tax from 20% to 18% by 2027 during a questioning session.

The Rkp's Uusimaa district opposes the government's proposal to cut social funding for Helsinki and Uusimaa by a total of 194 million euros by 2029.

The U.S. plans to pay part of its accumulated financial obligations to the UN while insisting on pushing for structural reforms within the organization.

The Community of Madrid's government has cut funding to the Círculo de Bellas Artes, arguing that its activities do not align with regional interests, highlighting a cultural policy conflict.

The US Congress has sparked outrage by voting to cut $125 million in funding for replacing hazardous lead drinking water pipes, affecting several states, especially those with high levels of lead contamination.

Boris Milošević, president of the Serbian National Council (SNV), criticized the decision to cut funding for the weekly 'Novosti' by 35%, labeling it a political attack on minority rights and freedom of speech.

Czechia plans to cut its humanitarian aid budget by over two-thirds, reducing funding from CZK 165 million to CZK 50 million under the current cabinet's proposal.

Leaders of large and medium-sized groups in the Satakunta welfare area unanimously oppose the government's proposed cuts to welfare area funding, with only the National Coalition Party showing some moderate understanding of the proposal.

The mayor of Guaraciaba do Norte, Cefas Melo, has announced a 30% salary cut for himself, the vice mayor, secretaries, and temporary and commissioned employees to reduce municipal expenses amid decreased funding.

The government proposal to cut funding for welfare areas has caused outrage among some regions, particularly in Western Uusimaa, which would face significant financial reductions.

Helsinki's Mayor Daniel Sazonov criticizes the government's plan to disproportionately cut state funding for Helsinki, claiming it to be extremely unjust and harmful to the city's services.

German Health Minister Nina Warken has rejected a proposal by the CDU Economic Council to cut funding for dental treatments that are currently covered by health insurance.

The European Union has approved a plan to phase out imports of Russian gas and liquefied natural gas by 2027 to cut off funding for Russia's war in Ukraine.

The Trump administration quickly restored $2 billion in federal grants for mental health and addiction programs after a sudden cut caused national panic.

The Berlin Senate is investing millions in programs to combat right-wing and religious extremism, while funding for the fight against left-wing extremism has been completely cut since 2023.

The lower house of Parliament voted to cut the general operating grant to local authorities by 4.9 billion euros, marking an unexpected win for the National Rally party.

A report from Fedea concludes that under the financing model agreed with the Generalitat, Catalonia's contribution to the solidarity system will be reduced from nearly 2.3 billion to just over 800 million.

President Trump threatens to cut federal funding to sanctuary cities starting in February, as part of his ongoing conflict with Democrat-led jurisdictions resisting federal immigration cooperation.

President Trump announced that his administration will stop federal funding to sanctuary cities and states beginning February 1, targeting those that do not comply with federal immigration enforcement.

The Trump administration's decision to freeze $10 billion in federal funding for childcare and social safety programs is causing widespread concern about its detrimental impact on families across the U.S.

A report reveals that over 9,000 jobs have been cut in the higher education sector in 2025, attributed to policies under President Trump affecting federal funding and foreign student enrollment.