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Once Home to the Richest Town in America, Now Half of This County Is Poor

Persistent inflation and rising unemployment are exacerbating poverty and mental health issues among low-income Americans.

US politics

fromFlowingData

17 hours ago

Federal minimum wage falls below poverty lines

The federal minimum wage has not increased since 2009, leading to a significant reduction in its purchasing power.

Opinion: How 800 Homes in Desirable Communities Could Disrupt a System-to -Homelessness Pipeline

Providing stable housing for youth aging out of foster care can significantly reduce homelessness and empower them towards better life outcomes.

fromBusiness Insider

Education

I was a low-income student who attended Head Start. I'm now an educator with a master's degree and owe all my success to the federal program.

Head Start program positively impacts low-income children by providing essential learning experiences.

#labour-party

Labour's benefit cuts will cost UK economy billions, charity says

Labour's benefits stance is economically detrimental and exacerbates poverty in the UK.

fromBusiness Matters

UK politics

Labour's benefit cuts could cost UK economy billions, warns Trussell Trust

Starmer's Labour government risks worsening poverty and losing £38 billion yearly due to its stringent welfare policies.

UK politics

This government has one last chance to take a progressive path. Otherwise, we're at the point of no return | John McDonnell

The article critiques the Labour Party's austerity measures and their impact on poverty and living standards.

Labour's benefit cuts will cost UK economy billions, charity says

Labour's benefits stance is economically detrimental and exacerbates poverty in the UK.

fromBusiness Matters

UK politics

Labour's benefit cuts could cost UK economy billions, warns Trussell Trust

Starmer's Labour government risks worsening poverty and losing £38 billion yearly due to its stringent welfare policies.

UK politics

This government has one last chance to take a progressive path. Otherwise, we're at the point of no return | John McDonnell

The article critiques the Labour Party's austerity measures and their impact on poverty and living standards.

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Environment

fromwww.mercurynews.com

4 days ago

Roth: Pope Francis was a climate hero. Trump reign gives his words extra meaning.

Pope Francis' teachings on climate change remain poignant, emphasizing the vulnerability of the poorest communities and the urgent need for action against global warming.

fromeuronews

1 week ago

Paris food

Video. Argentines pay tribute to Pope Francis in his hometown of Buenos Aires

Pope Francis' legacy is celebrated for humility and dedication to the poor despite facing conservative criticism.

Environment

fromwww.mercurynews.com

4 days ago

Roth: Pope Francis was a climate hero. Trump reign gives his words extra meaning.

Pope Francis' teachings on climate change remain poignant, emphasizing the vulnerability of the poorest communities and the urgent need for action against global warming.

fromeuronews

1 week ago

Paris food

Video. Argentines pay tribute to Pope Francis in his hometown of Buenos Aires

Pope Francis' legacy is celebrated for humility and dedication to the poor despite facing conservative criticism.

The Poor Are Taking Power Back Into Their Own Hands in a "Survival Revival"

The wealth gap has dramatically increased post-2024 election, sparking concern over an oligarchic shift in democracy.

Social justice

fromThe Nation

5 days ago

Trump Is Waging War on the Poor

The wealth of the richest surged by $64 billion post-Trump's 2024 election win, indicating an oligarchic shift in governance.

Social justice

fromTruthout

The Poor Are Taking Power Back Into Their Own Hands in a "Survival Revival"

The wealth gap has dramatically increased post-2024 election, sparking concern over an oligarchic shift in democracy.

Social justice

fromThe Nation

5 days ago

Trump Is Waging War on the Poor

The wealth of the richest surged by $64 billion post-Trump's 2024 election win, indicating an oligarchic shift in governance.

more#wealth-inequality

NYC parents

American women and children are in crisis. Republicans are about to make it worse | Karen Dolan

Women and children in America are facing severe socio-economic threats, compounded by proposed budget cuts targeting essential services.

#wealth

fromMail Online

Social justice

Rich people are kinder than the poor, study of 2.3m people finds

The rich are marginally kinder than the poor, countering popular stereotypes.

fromFast Company

Mental health

'The White Lotus' characters would never survive Trump's tariffs

The White Lotus season three explores themes of wealth, austerity, and personal transformation through Piper's moral dilemma.

fromMail Online

Social justice

Rich people are kinder than the poor, study of 2.3m people finds

The rich are marginally kinder than the poor, countering popular stereotypes.

fromFast Company

Mental health

'The White Lotus' characters would never survive Trump's tariffs

The White Lotus season three explores themes of wealth, austerity, and personal transformation through Piper's moral dilemma.

My Family Wasn't Sick, the System Was

The author emphasizes how systemic failures and societal neglect contribute to personal and communal trauma.

Once a Manufacturing Hub, 36% of This American City's Population Is Living in Poverty

The U.S. boasts the largest economy but grapples with significant income inequality and a notable poverty rate.

London

fromwww.standard.co.uk

Quarter of Londoners are living in poverty, shocking report finds

London has a poverty rate of 24%, the third highest in England, with alarming child poverty statistics exceeding 34%.

High housing costs and mixed tenure contribute significantly to poverty in London.

The report highlights severe disparities in poverty rates across various London boroughs, particularly for children.

fromwww.thelocal.es

Europe politics

Inside Spain: Inherited poverty and Ryanair pulls out of small airports

Spain has Europe's second highest poverty rate transmitted from grandparents to grandchildren, impacting future generations.

US news

Once a Manufacturing Hub, 36% of This American City's Population Is Living in Poverty

The U.S. boasts the largest economy but grapples with significant income inequality and a notable poverty rate.

London

fromwww.standard.co.uk

Quarter of Londoners are living in poverty, shocking report finds

London has a poverty rate of 24%, the third highest in England, with alarming child poverty statistics exceeding 34%.

High housing costs and mixed tenure contribute significantly to poverty in London.

The report highlights severe disparities in poverty rates across various London boroughs, particularly for children.

fromwww.thelocal.es

Europe politics

Inside Spain: Inherited poverty and Ryanair pulls out of small airports

Spain has Europe's second highest poverty rate transmitted from grandparents to grandchildren, impacting future generations.

As Poverty Rises in New York City, 1 in 4 Can't Afford Essentials

A quarter of NYC residents can't afford basic needs, with poverty rates nearly double the national average.

Recent increases in poverty due to the expiration of pandemic aid underscore a growing affordability crisis in New York City.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

New York City Poverty Rate Rises to 25% as Cost of Living Surges

Poverty rate in New York reaches 25%, nearly double the national average, driven by rising living costs.

4 weeks ago

It's relentless': Britons react to April bill rises amid Labour's benefit cuts

Households face rising energy, water, and council tax bills amid a worsening cost of living crisis.

NYC politics

fromwww.nytimes.com

As Poverty Rises in New York City, 1 in 4 Can't Afford Essentials

A quarter of NYC residents can't afford basic needs, with poverty rates nearly double the national average.

Recent increases in poverty due to the expiration of pandemic aid underscore a growing affordability crisis in New York City.

Brooklyn

fromBKReader

New York City Poverty Rate Rises to 25% as Cost of Living Surges

Poverty rate in New York reaches 25%, nearly double the national average, driven by rising living costs.

4 weeks ago

It's relentless': Britons react to April bill rises amid Labour's benefit cuts

Households face rising energy, water, and council tax bills amid a worsening cost of living crisis.

Op-Ed | With an older, poorer city, preserving access to healthy food is critical | amNewYork

Older New Yorkers face increased poverty and food insecurity, worsening their health amid a cost-of-living crisis.

The Observer view on the spring statement: Cutting spending is not the only option, chancellor | Observer editorial

Rachel Reeves faces significant challenges as chancellor, with expected public spending cuts that risk increasing poverty and undermining services.

#economic-growth

Non-profit organizations

fromwww.independent.co.uk

The City With the Lowest Poverty Rate in Every State

Poverty in the U.S. has declined to 12.5% in 2023, aided by economic growth and government assistance programs.

Business

Reeves' growth drive rubbished as charity reveals scale of UK poverty

Economic growth alone is insufficient to alleviate poverty; targeted policies are necessary for significant improvement.

Non-profit organizations

fromwww.independent.co.uk

The City With the Lowest Poverty Rate in Every State

Poverty in the U.S. has declined to 12.5% in 2023, aided by economic growth and government assistance programs.

Business

Reeves' growth drive rubbished as charity reveals scale of UK poverty

Economic growth alone is insufficient to alleviate poverty; targeted policies are necessary for significant improvement.

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Benefit cuts will push more people into poverty, warns Citizens Advice boss

Cutting benefits for disabled individuals risks pushing them into poverty and complicating their employment opportunities.

Short-term fixes have long-term consequences on the health and economic stability of disabled people.

NYC parents

The City With the Highest Poverty Rate in Every State

The U.S. poverty rate has decreased significantly over the past decade but still affects 41 million Americans.

Pets

fromtime.com

I Wrote Maid.' Six Years Later, I Hired House Cleaners

The author refrains from hiring a housecleaner due to personal beliefs rooted in their experiences as a former housecleaner.

Video games

fromGameSpot

The Chainsaw Man Manga Box Set Is Steeply Discounted Right Now

Chainsaw Man is a highly acclaimed anime and manga series centered around Denji, a devil hunter facing dangerous demons and personal struggles.

Germany politics

fromwww.dw.com

German parliament has a diversity problem DW 02/27/2025

Luke Hoss aims to tackle poverty as the youngest Bundestag member at age 23, donating most of his salary to those in need.

World news

fromBusiness Insider

I was one of the first Western tourists to visit North Korea in 5 years. I was surprised we were allowed to see signs of poverty.

Luca Pferdmenges openly observed North Korea's poverty during his visit, highlighting the lack of attempts to mask the country's struggles to Western tourists.

fromwww.independent.co.uk

Wealth-hoarding boomers' stereotype is age discrimination, MPs say

Ageist stereotypes about older people as wealthy hoarders foster unnecessary divisions between generations.

#economic-inequality

fromThe Atlantic

Business

Why Poor American Kids Are So Likely to Become Poor Adults

Government support during adulthood is crucial in breaking the cycle of poverty, more so than childhood conditions in the U.S.

UK politics

Poorest UK households pay rising share of income on council tax, study finds

Britain's poorest households are increasingly burdened by council tax, echoing the historical pitfalls of the poll tax.

fromThe Atlantic

Business

Why Poor American Kids Are So Likely to Become Poor Adults

Government support during adulthood is crucial in breaking the cycle of poverty, more so than childhood conditions in the U.S.

UK politics

Poorest UK households pay rising share of income on council tax, study finds

Britain's poorest households are increasingly burdened by council tax, echoing the historical pitfalls of the poll tax.

more#economic-inequality

fromNew York Post

New York City

Number of Long Island seniors in poverty increased up to 78 percent in past decade: study

The poverty rate among seniors on Long Island has increased dramatically over the past decade.

Miscellaneous

I want more joy, less killing': Jamaicans say police alone cannot quell gang crime

The Operation Restoration Christian school serves as a refuge for children amid Kingston's gang violence and poverty.

France politics

Mayotte has been French for longer than Nice. Why is it still treated with colonial arrogance? | Rokhaya Diallo

Cyclone Chido revealed grave socioeconomic challenges in Mayotte, France's poorest region, intensified by long-standing neglect.

fromwww.cbc.ca

Canada news

Food Banks Mississauga makes 'painful but necessary' layoffs, program cuts | CBC News

Food Banks Mississauga is laying off staff and cutting programs to manage increasing demand amid limited resources.

Digital life

fromwww.nytimes.com

Can $400 Million Rescue New York's Run-Down Capital City?

Downtown Albany suffers from significant blight and high poverty, prompting a $400 million rescue plan to revitalize the area.

fromenglish.elpais.com

Business

Amitabh Behar: We are moving from a scenario of inequality to one of global oligarchies'

Global inequality is rapidly increasing, with billionaires amassing wealth while billions live in poverty.

Business

How Tough Is Your State on Crime? All 50 Ranked

The U.S. has the highest number of prisoners globally, greatly impacting social issues such as crime and poverty.

philosophy

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