Chainsaw Masquerade
The Norwegian political party Rødt is boldly embracing the anti-waste rhetoric historically associated with the right wing, seeking to claim ownership of the concept while criticizing government spending practices, particularly in consultancy and executive salaries.
Driving is not our armament, Hampl criticizes government spending on defense
Czech political figure Hampl has criticized the government's defense spending, equating it to unnecessary militarization.
Stalled Budgets: Catalonia Cannot Wait
Catalonia faces delays in crucial infrastructure projects as budget approvals remain stalled, impacting public spending.
ANALYSIS: Carney promised spending cuts — but not all cuts are equal
The Carney government in Canada is set to unveil its 2026-2027 spending plan, highlighting a shift in budget priorities towards increased defense spending at the cost of other sectors like science and foreign aid.
Federal departments, agencies to shed 12,000 full-time equivalent positions
The Canadian federal government plans to eliminate over 12,000 full-time equivalent jobs across various departments and agencies as part of a spending review to achieve significant cost savings.
Sheinbaum questions the Court for reserving data on the purchase of 151 vehicles: 'It should be reviewed'
President Claudia Sheinbaum has called for the Supreme Court to explain its decision to keep details about the purchase of 151 vehicles confidential for five years, citing transparency concerns.
Fiscal Rules: Their Evolution Written in Crises
This article examines the evolution of fiscal rules in Brazil over the past three decades as a response to government overspending and debt accumulation.
Party costs: see what RMK spent 133,000 euros on
The Estonian State Forest Management Centre (RMK) spent over 133,000 euros on organizing an employee recognition event with much of the expenditure reportedly exceeding market prices significantly.
Councilors take action against R$ 622 million tunnel and propose an alternative 600 times cheaper
Four São Paulo councilors have asked the state Public Ministry to block the Sena Madureira tunnel project, arguing it is an excessive expense compared to their proposed alternative.
To chop spending, Ottawa will cut science, tourism, foreign aid programs
The Canadian government is set to implement significant budget cuts impacting various sectors including science, tourism, and foreign aid, while increasing defense spending.
Pentagon Seeks $200 Billion for Continued War with Iran
The Pentagon has reportedly requested an additional $200 billion to bolster its budget in the ongoing conflict with Iran.
The Generalitat approves spending nearly 6 billion more to buy time in negotiations with ERC
The Catalan government has approved an additional budget allocation of nearly 6 billion euros to secure salary payments and negotiations with ERC amid ongoing protests from educators and medical professionals.
US spending on first week of Iran war raises stark questions about priorities
The US spent $11.3 billion in the first week of military operations in Iran, highlighting a dramatic disparity in government spending priorities.
The Fallacy of the President Regarding Lowering Congress Costs
The article critiques President Claudia Sheinbaum's approach to reducing the costs of Congress, drawing parallels with AMLO's style of governance and emphasizing a lack of technical solutions.
The Defense Department led by Pete Hegseth spent $140,000 on donuts
Pete Hegseth's Defense Department allegedly spent exorbitant amounts on non-essential items, including $140,000 on donuts.
New expense reports show just how much political staff wages cost taxpayers
Recent expense reports indicate that the wages for Queensland political staff have increased by nearly 20% over the last year, amounting to $22.64 million in the last six months of 2025.
Voluntary Retirement from ANSeS: Who Can Do It, How Much Is Paid, and What Are the Conditions
The Argentine government has launched a voluntary retirement plan for employees of the National Social Security Administration (ANSeS) as part of a strategy to reduce public spending.
"The result is none." Babiš discussed ambassadors and defense spending with Pavel
Former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš commented on the tense relations between the new cabinet led by President Petr Pavel and the government concerning defense spending and budget accountability.
Economists: Germany's major investments do not achieve their goals
Economists report that Germany's increased government spending intended for infrastructure investments is being misallocated.
Harkimo Wonders About the Government's Message to the Elderly: Should We Save or Spend Now?
Harry Harkimo questions the Finnish government's contradictory messages to the elderly regarding spending and saving.
Americans are right about defense spending. NATO will never recognize Babiš's hospital, says economist Pavel
Economist Pavel critiques the Czech government's defense spending approach, highlighting discrepancies between reported figures and NATO standards.
States account for 48% of public spending – Bagudu
The Nigerian Federal Government highlights that state governments contribute around 48% of total public expenditure, emphasizing the need for better intergovernmental coordination for economic development.
Carney’s planned Privy Council Office budget tops that of Trudeau
Federal documents reveal that Prime Minister Mark Carney's planned budget for the Privy Council Office exceeds that of his predecessor, Justin Trudeau, despite promises of reduced government spending.
CNN liberal panelist argues billions spent on defense should go to health insurance instead
Leigh McGowan suggested that the U.S. should prioritize health insurance spending over defense in light of government military actions.
Bad news for Illinois: J.B. Pritzker's record budget of $56 billion could keep growing
Illinois faces new fiscal debates as Governor J.B. Pritzker proposed a $56 billion budget for fiscal year 2027, raising concerns about potential overspending.
It is unrealistic to allocate five percent to defense, the government tells allies
The Czech government's stance on defense spending suggests that the proposed five percent allocation is not feasible.
Israel: Emergency budget allocation for military spending
The Israeli government has approved an emergency budget of $827 million for military purchases amid ongoing conflict with Iran.
Jens Stoltenberg, former Secretary General of NATO: "Surely the alliance members will remain united to protect each other"
Jens Stoltenberg emphasizes the unity of NATO members in mutual defense, commending Spain's increased defense spending under Pedro Sánchez's government.
FrP's National Party Meeting: Wants to Cut Taxes and Strengthen Defense
During the national party meeting, FrP leader Sylvi Listhaug criticizes the government for inadequate defense spending and proposes tax cuts to alleviate financial burdens on citizens and businesses.
Commentators of Denník N: Slovakia gains nothing from Fico fighting for two Russian oligarchs
Slovak commentators argue that the government's portrayal of the economic situation contrasts sharply with declining consumer spending statistics, highlighting the challenges faced by ordinary citizens.
São José Chamber spends over R$ 1 million on the purchase of 200 mobile phones in four years
The Municipal Chamber of São José dos Campos spent over R$ 1 million on mobile phone purchases from 2022 to 2025 for councilors and parliamentary advisors.
Collapse in the Shadow of Communication Chaos. Mapping How the Government Lies About the Country's Defense
The article discusses the ongoing confusion and misinformation related to the Czech Republic's defense spending amidst the larger context of European security during the ongoing war.
Presidential Spending in Paris: "Allegations" by Mediapart Without "Material Evidence," Replies Ndjamena
Chad's government denies allegations published by Mediapart about the president's extravagant spending in Paris, stating there is no material evidence to support the claims.
Zuna: We will increase defense spending every year. We are honoring the commitment of the previous government
The Czech Defense Minister Zuna has announced a commitment to increase defense spending annually, in line with the previous government's obligations.
Kremlin plans emergency cuts
The Kremlin is preparing significant budget cuts in response to a substantial deficit, affecting various government departments but excluding defense and social protection spending.
Russia Plans to Significantly Reduce Budget Expenditures
Russia's Finance Ministry plans to reduce government budget expenditures by 10% in 2026 to avoid a deficit amid declining revenues, although military spending and certain protected social expenditures will remain unaffected.
Ipsos-Ipec: Lula's government has the worst evaluation in controlling spending and fighting inflation; the best result is in education
A recent Ipsos-Ipec survey indicates that the Lula administration is poorly rated in spending control and inflation management, while achieving better ratings in education.
Šimkovičová was not at the official event, but was in a hotel in Trenčín. 'Hosting diplomats' cost over half a million
The article discusses the absence of Šimkovičová at an official event and her presence in a hotel in Trenčín, highlighting the significant costs involved in hosting diplomats.
US borrowed $1 trillion in five months
The US government has rapidly increased its debt, borrowing $1 trillion in just five months, leading to growing concerns over sustainability.
Ontario elementary school teachers getting $750 spending accounts for supplies
Ontario's government is providing elementary school teachers with $750 annually for classroom supplies, accessible via a new provincial website.
Lower growth than expected in the Swedish economy
The Swedish economy is experiencing slower growth than anticipated, leading the government to revise its growth forecast downwards due to factors including the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict and cautious consumer spending.
Adorni's Tweets Expressing Outrage Over Presidential Delegations and Politicians Using Private Planes
Manuel Adorni criticized extravagant spending on political travel in his past tweets, but has since defended his wife's travel costs as a government official.
Countermeasures against overtourism doubled to 100 regions: The Japan Tourism Agency presents a revised basic plan
The Japan Tourism Agency plans to expand its strategy for addressing overtourism from 47 to 100 regions while maintaining goals for visitor numbers and spending.
Pentagon has never spent more money in one month. Among other things, shellfish.
In September, the Pentagon spent an unprecedented 93 billion dollars, with significant amounts allocated to luxury items such as shellfish, furniture, and iPads.
Members of Parliament Approve the Budget
The Czech Parliament is in the process of approving the national budget.
Control bodies in Sergipe announce technical note for public spending control with parties
A technical note has been announced for financial control of public resources spent on festivities in Sergipe, Brazil.
The Government agrees to increase military spending by 1.34 billion and allocates another 1.9 million to the CIS of Tezanos "for unavoidable needs"
The Spanish government has approved a significant increase in military spending and additional funding for the CIS without detailed justification.
Ford government reveals date for budget, promises it won’t include cuts
The Ford government in Ontario is set to unveil its annual budget on March 26, assuring that it will not include cuts to spending despite concerns about financial sustainability in the healthcare sector.
Tightening of the Accounting Office on spending to restart the Bridge: no to extra costs
The Italian Accounting Office has imposed strict regulations on expenditures related to the restart of a key bridge project, stipulating no additional costs beyond the already allocated budget.
Remigijus Žemaitaitis says that if he were in the Prime Minister's place, he would have paid for a family trip to the Vatican himself
Remigijus Žemaitaitis criticized Prime Minister Ingrida Šimonytė for having the government cover her family's travel expenses for a trip to the Vatican.