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Question Time Panel Laughs at Cheeky Tax Comment

3 weeks ago

Question Time Panel Laughs at Cheeky Tax Comment During a recent episode of Question Time, the panel found themselves in fits of laughter after a cheeky tax comment was made. The panel, which included MP Alex Davies-Jones and Tory peer Ken Clarke, were discussing how Brits can expect better public services without raising taxes. A […]

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Reform UK MP Exposed for Fabricating Boxing Club Funding Claim

3 weeks ago

Reform UK MP Exposed for Fabricating Boxing Club Funding Claim Recent reports have surfaced accusing Reform UK MP Sarah Pochin of fabricating claims about her involvement in securing funding for a charity boxing club in her constituency. The allegations have sparked controversy and raised questions about the integrity of politicians and their interactions with local […]

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Inside Look: BBC Funding and Governance Explained

3 weeks ago

Inside Look: BBC Funding and Governance Explained As the BBC faces scrutiny and controversy following the recent departures of two senior bosses, it is crucial to understand how the organization is funded and governed. The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) is a public service broadcaster that operates under a unique funding model and governance structure. Funding […]

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BBC Licence Fee Debate: Resignations Spark Funding Change

3 weeks ago

BBC Licence Fee Debate: Resignations Spark Funding Change The recent resignations of BBC bosses Tim Davie and Deborah Turness have once again brought the debate about BBC funding to the forefront. The BBC, a longstanding institution in the UK, relies heavily on the income generated by the TV licence fee to fund its operations. However, […]

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CFPB Funding Illegal: Shutdown Looms 2026

3 weeks ago

On November 11, 2025, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) received a significant blow as the administration declared its current funding mechanism illegal. This decision, revealed in a court filing, has put the agency on track to shut down in early 2026 unless Congress intervenes. Current Situation The CFPB, established in the wake of the […]

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NetEase Closes Another Game Studio Just Two Years After Funding

4 weeks ago

NetEase’s Game Studio Closure Raises Concerns NetEase, a major player in the gaming industry, has recently announced the closure of yet another game studio that it had funded just two years ago. This news has sent shockwaves through the gaming community, raising concerns about the stability of game development companies backed by big corporations. The […]

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Brain Game Studios Closure Due to Funding Pull

1 month ago

Brain Game Studios to Close Doors Canadian developers Brain Game Studios have announced their closure, citing the lack of funding as the main reason behind their decision. The studio, known for their title Midnight Riders, will be ceasing operations on November 17th, 2025. Impact of Funding Withdrawal With their latest title unable to secure a […]

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Former Studio Announces Closure Due to Lack of Funding

1 month ago

Former Studio Founded by Ubisoft Developers to Shut Down A game developer founded by former Ubisoft developers will be shutting down later this month due to a lack of funding. The studio, which was formed in 2023, has struggled to secure new funding and will be closing its doors on the 17th of November. This […]

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Another Game Studio Announces Closure Later This Month

1 month ago

Another Game Studio to Close Doors A game studio founded by former developers, including those who worked on Watch Dogs: Legion, has announced that it will be shutting down on November 17th. The closure comes after the parent company pulled funding, leaving the studio with no choice but to cease operations. Former Designer’s Studio Facing […]

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NetEase’s Bad Brain Game Studios to Close After Funding Pulled

1 month ago

NetEase’s Bad Brain Game Studios to Close After Funding Pulled Another blow has hit the gaming industry as Bad Brain Game Studios, a subsidiary of NetEase, has announced its closure after failing to secure necessary funding. The studio, founded in 2023 by former Ubisoft developers, including those who worked on Watch Dogs: Legion, will be […]

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NetEase Funding Leads to Closure of Two Game Studios

1 month ago

NetEase Funding Leads to Closure of Two Game Studios NetEase, a major player in the gaming industry, has once again made headlines for the closure of two game studios that it had previously funded. The latest casualties of NetEase’s funding decisions are Bad Brain Game Studios and Fantastic Pixel Castle, both of which are shutting […]

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Fantastic Pixel Castle Studio Officially Closes After Funding Ends

1 month ago

Fantastic Pixel Castle Studio Officially Closes After Funding Ends It is a sad day for the gaming industry as Fantastic Pixel Castle studio, led by former designer Greg Street, has officially announced its closure after funding came to an end. The studio, known for its ambitious MMO project, will be shutting its doors on November […]

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Former WoW Designer’s MMO Studio Officially Closes After Funding Ends

1 month ago

Former WoW Designer’s MMO Studio Officially Closes After Funding Ends Fantastic Pixel Castle, the MMO studio led by former World of Warcraft designer Greg Street, has officially closed its doors after funding from NetEase came to an end. Street announced the closure on LinkedIn, stating that the studio’s first priority is to help its developers […]

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Supporting Disabled Workers: Government Initiatives and Funding

1 month ago

Government Initiatives to Support Disabled Workers As part of their commitment to provide support for disabled people and individuals with health conditions, the government has announced several key initiatives aimed at improving employment opportunities and income for this demographic. Pathways to Work Guarantee One of the major initiatives is the Pathways to Work guarantee, which […]

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Game Studio Closure: Netease Games Pulls Funding, Multiple Studios Shut Down

1 month ago

Multiple Game Studios Shut Down as Netease Games Pulls Funding In a series of unfortunate events, several game studios have announced their closure as Netease Games pulls their funding. The most recent casualties include a Toronto-based developer formed by former Watch Dogs developers, a Canadian studio working on the title Midnight Riders, and Fantastic Pixel […]

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