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Australian Households Face Rising Bills Across Multiple Sectors
Starting July 1st, Australian households face increased costs for energy (up to 9.1 percent in NSW), internet (up to $5 monthly for some Telstra plans), and phone services (up to $4 monthly for some Vodafone plans). These increases are due to rising operational costs for businesses, and increased wh...
Australian Households Face Rising Bills Across Multiple Sectors
Starting July 1st, Australian households face increased costs for energy (up to 9.1 percent in NSW), internet (up to $5 monthly for some Telstra plans), and phone services (up to $4 monthly for some Vodafone plans). These increases are due to rising operational costs for businesses, and increased wh...
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24% Bias Score
Free Bus Travel for 150,000 West of England Children
Starting this summer, children aged 5 to 15 in the West of England will ride buses for free, a move impacting 150,000 young people and funded by £13.5 million in government grants to alleviate cost of living pressures and promote public transit, marking the first such program outside of London.
Free Bus Travel for 150,000 West of England Children
Starting this summer, children aged 5 to 15 in the West of England will ride buses for free, a move impacting 150,000 young people and funded by £13.5 million in government grants to alleviate cost of living pressures and promote public transit, marking the first such program outside of London.
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52% Bias Score
New Zealand Butter Crisis: 65% Price Surge Forces Extreme Measures
New Zealand's domestic butter prices surged 65% in the year to March 2024, leading to consumers driving long distances for cheaper options, starting butter delivery side hustles, and even making butter at home, despite New Zealand being the world's top dairy exporter.
New Zealand Butter Crisis: 65% Price Surge Forces Extreme Measures
New Zealand's domestic butter prices surged 65% in the year to March 2024, leading to consumers driving long distances for cheaper options, starting butter delivery side hustles, and even making butter at home, despite New Zealand being the world's top dairy exporter.
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44% Bias Score
Wealth in the Philippines: Low Income, Low Cost of Living, and New Visa Options
In the Philippines, the average annual household income is \$4,439, significantly lower than in the U.S. (\$51,147), but the cost of living is much lower, attracting expats and retirees with visas like the SRRV and a new digital nomad visa, despite a shortfall in the 2024 tourism target of 7.7 milli...
Wealth in the Philippines: Low Income, Low Cost of Living, and New Visa Options
In the Philippines, the average annual household income is \$4,439, significantly lower than in the U.S. (\$51,147), but the cost of living is much lower, attracting expats and retirees with visas like the SRRV and a new digital nomad visa, despite a shortfall in the 2024 tourism target of 7.7 milli...
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40% Bias Score
UK Baby Formula Prices Remain High Despite Government Investigation
Despite a Competition and Markets Authority investigation and proposed remedies, UK baby formula prices remain high at £11.99 on average, with major brands maintaining high profit margins while families struggle to afford essential products. The government's delayed response to proposed solutions is...
UK Baby Formula Prices Remain High Despite Government Investigation
Despite a Competition and Markets Authority investigation and proposed remedies, UK baby formula prices remain high at £11.99 on average, with major brands maintaining high profit margins while families struggle to afford essential products. The government's delayed response to proposed solutions is...
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52% Bias Score
Financial Hardship Leaves Older Londoners Anxious and Isolated
A report by Age UK London reveals that 38% of older Londoners worry about energy debt, one in four have constantly cold homes, and many are selling possessions or foregoing social activities due to rising costs and reduced government support, leading to anxiety and isolation.
Financial Hardship Leaves Older Londoners Anxious and Isolated
A report by Age UK London reveals that 38% of older Londoners worry about energy debt, one in four have constantly cold homes, and many are selling possessions or foregoing social activities due to rising costs and reduced government support, leading to anxiety and isolation.
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44% Bias Score
North Macedonia Faces Rising Prices Amidst Disparate Wage Increases
North Macedonia's cost of living surged 1.5% in May 2025 compared to April, fueled by a 4.1% increase in food prices, while government officials received a 13.8% salary hike, sparking criticism amidst stagnant worker wages.
North Macedonia Faces Rising Prices Amidst Disparate Wage Increases
North Macedonia's cost of living surged 1.5% in May 2025 compared to April, fueled by a 4.1% increase in food prices, while government officials received a 13.8% salary hike, sparking criticism amidst stagnant worker wages.
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40% Bias Score
Reform UK's Surge in Scottish By-election Underscores Public Dissatisfaction
The Hamilton by-election saw Labour win, but Reform UK secured 26% of the vote, highlighting public dissatisfaction with mainstream parties and signaling a potential shift in Scottish politics ahead of next year's devolved elections.
Reform UK's Surge in Scottish By-election Underscores Public Dissatisfaction
The Hamilton by-election saw Labour win, but Reform UK secured 26% of the vote, highlighting public dissatisfaction with mainstream parties and signaling a potential shift in Scottish politics ahead of next year's devolved elections.
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52% Bias Score
Soaring Spanish Coastal Rental Prices Exacerbate Affordability Crisis
The average weekly cost of beachfront rentals in Spain has risen to €1270 in 2025, a 7% increase from 2024, driven by high international demand and impacting affordability for many Spanish families; prices vary widely depending on location and time of booking.
Soaring Spanish Coastal Rental Prices Exacerbate Affordability Crisis
The average weekly cost of beachfront rentals in Spain has risen to €1270 in 2025, a 7% increase from 2024, driven by high international demand and impacting affordability for many Spanish families; prices vary widely depending on location and time of booking.
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44% Bias Score
Spanish Salaries Rise 4.1% in 2023, Lagging Inflation
Spain's average annual salary increased by 4.1% in 2023 to €28,049.94, though this lagged behind inflation; the minimum wage increase significantly impacted lower-income earners, while regional and sector-based salary disparities persisted.
Spanish Salaries Rise 4.1% in 2023, Lagging Inflation
Spain's average annual salary increased by 4.1% in 2023 to €28,049.94, though this lagged behind inflation; the minimum wage increase significantly impacted lower-income earners, while regional and sector-based salary disparities persisted.
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48% Bias Score
Welsh Nurse Pay Offer Lags Behind, Sparking Concerns
Welsh nurses received a 3.6% pay rise offer, less than other NHS staff and below inflation, prompting concerns about staff morale and retention amidst 2,000 vacancies and the cost of living crisis; the RCN will consult members on whether to strike.
Welsh Nurse Pay Offer Lags Behind, Sparking Concerns
Welsh nurses received a 3.6% pay rise offer, less than other NHS staff and below inflation, prompting concerns about staff morale and retention amidst 2,000 vacancies and the cost of living crisis; the RCN will consult members on whether to strike.
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40% Bias Score
Bangui's Inflation Crisis: Fuel Price Drop Fails to Alleviate Food Costs"
Rising food and fuel prices in Bangui, Central African Republic, are straining household budgets, despite a recent government-mandated 0.55% fuel price reduction, which critics consider insufficient. This follows a 2023 decision granting exclusive import rights to Neptune Oil, disrupting supply and ...
Bangui's Inflation Crisis: Fuel Price Drop Fails to Alleviate Food Costs"
Rising food and fuel prices in Bangui, Central African Republic, are straining household budgets, despite a recent government-mandated 0.55% fuel price reduction, which critics consider insufficient. This follows a 2023 decision granting exclusive import rights to Neptune Oil, disrupting supply and ...
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44% Bias Score
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