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#life-expectancy
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago
US news

Wealthy Americans have death rates on par with poor Europeans

Even wealthy Americans face systemic health issues impacting life expectancy, exacerbated by factors like economic inequality and adverse lifestyles.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

Richest Americans have lower life expectancy than Europeans

Economic status significantly impacts life expectancy, with the wealthy living longer than the poor, particularly in the U.S.
US news
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

Wealthy Americans have death rates on par with poor Europeans

Even wealthy Americans face systemic health issues impacting life expectancy, exacerbated by factors like economic inequality and adverse lifestyles.
fromenglish.elpais.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

Richest Americans have lower life expectancy than Europeans

Economic status significantly impacts life expectancy, with the wealthy living longer than the poor, particularly in the U.S.
more#life-expectancy
Healthcare
fromBusiness Insider
3 weeks ago

A record number of Americans are struggling to afford healthcare

Over one-third of Americans now face challenges affording quality healthcare, highlighting significant economic disparities.
#homeownership
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Black Homeownership Sees Largest Annual Surge but Lags Behind Other Groups

Black homeownership rate increased but remains significantly lower than white homeownership, highlighting economic disparities.
The NAR report shows substantial growth in homeownership among blacks but significant gaps persists.
LA real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

This Is Where The Most Homeowners Are Facing Foreclosure

Some states have experienced record foreclosure activity in 2024 despite an overall decline in rates.
Foreclosure rates vary significantly by state, influenced by local economic factors.
LA real estate
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Black Homeownership Sees Largest Annual Surge but Lags Behind Other Groups

Black homeownership rate increased but remains significantly lower than white homeownership, highlighting economic disparities.
The NAR report shows substantial growth in homeownership among blacks but significant gaps persists.
LA real estate
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

This Is Where The Most Homeowners Are Facing Foreclosure

Some states have experienced record foreclosure activity in 2024 despite an overall decline in rates.
Foreclosure rates vary significantly by state, influenced by local economic factors.
more#homeownership
#racial-inequality
fromAxios
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

The economic state of Black America, charted

Black America's economic state has improved, yet significant disparities with White Americans remain.
The wealth gap continues to widen, with Black Americans controlling only 3.4% of national wealth.
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Black Americans Earn Over 50% Less Than White Americans in This State

Racial inequality impacts Black Americans economically through various disparities, with Black households earning significantly less than white households in many states.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

The Worst States for Black Americans: Every State Ranked

Racial disparity in the U.S. is deeply rooted in historical policies and continues to affect various aspects of life today.
fromAxios
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

The economic state of Black America, charted

Black America's economic state has improved, yet significant disparities with White Americans remain.
The wealth gap continues to widen, with Black Americans controlling only 3.4% of national wealth.
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Black Americans Earn Over 50% Less Than White Americans in This State

Racial inequality impacts Black Americans economically through various disparities, with Black households earning significantly less than white households in many states.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

The Worst States for Black Americans: Every State Ranked

Racial disparity in the U.S. is deeply rooted in historical policies and continues to affect various aspects of life today.
more#racial-inequality
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
London

The best and worst areas in the UK for savings and retirement plans

Financial resilience varies significantly across the UK, with some regions thriving while others struggle, impacting homeownership and savings.
Quality journalism should be accessible to everyone, supported by donations instead of paywalls.
#black-americans
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
9 months ago

The Legacy of Lynchings Still Hurts the Economic Prospects of Black Americans

The economic disparities faced by Black Americans today can be traced back to the historical injustices of lynchings, impacting their economic prospects and perpetuating poverty cycles.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Trump's 2017 tax cuts made income inequality worse. Here's how

The 2017 tax cuts disproportionately benefited corporations and wealthy individuals, leaving middle-class and Black taxpayers at a disadvantage.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
9 months ago

The Legacy of Lynchings Still Hurts the Economic Prospects of Black Americans

The economic disparities faced by Black Americans today can be traced back to the historical injustices of lynchings, impacting their economic prospects and perpetuating poverty cycles.
fromFast Company
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Trump's 2017 tax cuts made income inequality worse. Here's how

The 2017 tax cuts disproportionately benefited corporations and wealthy individuals, leaving middle-class and Black taxpayers at a disadvantage.
more#black-americans
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

What does it actually mean when we talk about the American working class'? | Rebecca Solnit

The term 'working class' is often used ambiguously, lacking a clear, consistent definition essential for meaningful discourse.
#mental-health
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Squid Game Creator Lost Teeth And Had Nightmares Because Of The Show

Hwang Dong-hyuk's stress from creating Squid Game led to significant health issues, worsened while making the second season.
The show reflects societal issues, emphasizing the desperation felt by individuals in South Korea against economic disparities.
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago
Business

This City Went from Prosperity to Post-Industrial Poverty

Economic disparities exist despite the U.S. being a wealthy nation, with Michigan having significant poverty challenges affecting 1.4 million residents.
fromKotaku
5 months ago
Video games

Squid Game Creator Lost Teeth And Had Nightmares Because Of The Show

Hwang Dong-hyuk's stress from creating Squid Game led to significant health issues, worsened while making the second season.
The show reflects societal issues, emphasizing the desperation felt by individuals in South Korea against economic disparities.
from24/7 Wall St.
8 months ago
Business

This City Went from Prosperity to Post-Industrial Poverty

Economic disparities exist despite the U.S. being a wealthy nation, with Michigan having significant poverty challenges affecting 1.4 million residents.
more#mental-health
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago

It's not the economy stupid, that could deliver a win for Kamala Harris

US households are experiencing significant inflationary pressures across multiple essential living costs, leading to a strong desire for change in political leadership.
Writing
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

Entitlement by Rumaan Alam review the American dream gone wrong

The novel explores racial and economic disparities through the relationship between Brooke, a Black woman, and Asher, a wealthy white man.
Business
fromBusiness Insider
9 months ago

The South's economic boom is masking a harsher reality. It still has several of the poorest states in the nation.

Americans are moving to the South for jobs, lower taxes, and affordable housing, but the region still faces economic challenges and has some of the poorest states in the nation.
fromThe Nation
9 months ago
Black Lives Matter

In Milwaukee, Black Voters Aren't On Board With Either Party

Both Democrats and Republicans struggle to engage Black voters in Milwaukee due to long-standing economic disparities and historical neglect.
fromwww.nytimes.com
9 months ago
Digital life

On the Hands of India's Brides, Reminders of a Stark Wealth Divide

Henna artists play a significant role in Indian weddings, symbolizing beauty and tradition amidst vast economic disparities.
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