Tag #Cost Of Living

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Turkish Retirees Express Hardship Amid High Inflation

Retired citizens in Bursa, Turkey, express discontent over insufficient pensions amid high inflation, revealing a grim outlook for 2025 and highlighting the economic hardship faced by many elderly people.

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No Poverty
themarker.com
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80,000 Israeli Families Drop Daycare Due to Price Hikes, Exacerbating Gender Inequality

Rising daycare costs in Israel have prompted 80,000 families to withdraw, disproportionately impacting middle- and lower-class mothers who face reduced work hours or unemployment, highlighting a gendered economic inequality and the lack of women in decision-making roles.

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Gender Equality
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Australians Prioritize Travel Amid Cost-of-Living Pressures

Cost-of-living pressures are impacting Australian summer travel, yet a record 4.8 million Qantas passengers are expected for December and January, with travelers opting for shorter, budget-friendly trips, resulting in a surge in international travel, especially to Bali and Japan.

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Woolworths' Competition Claims Challenged by Grocery Market Investigation

Woolworths lists over 40 competitors in its submission to the ACCC inquiry, but a Guardian Australia investigation found many lack the scale, range, or accessibility to be genuine alternatives, raising questions about the competitiveness of the Australian grocery market.

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Turkey's Minimum Wage Decision Imminent: Impact on Businesses and Workers

Turkey's minimum wage is under review, with negotiations between the government, employers, and labor unions ongoing; a decision is anticipated shortly, impacting millions and resulting in increased costs for employers.

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44% Bias Score

No Poverty
smh.com.au
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High-Income Homeowners Face Financial Strain Amidst Rising Interest Rates

High-income Australian homeowners, some earning \$400,000 to \$500,000, are struggling with soaring mortgage repayments after the Reserve Bank's 13 interest rate increases, forcing some to move back in with family, downsize or relocate due to increased childcare costs and the overall cost of living.

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60% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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Wide Disparities in Average EU Salaries in 2023

In 2023, average annual full-time salaries in the EU ranged from \u20ac13,503 in Bulgaria to \u20ac81,064 in Luxembourg; while the EU average was \u20ac37,863, adjusting for purchasing power parity narrowed but did not eliminate the differences.

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32% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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UK Pensioner Winter Fuel Payment Cuts Leave Millions Struggling

The UK government's decision to restrict winter fuel payments to pensioners receiving pension credit has left millions struggling to afford heating, with some facing drastically reduced living standards and potential poverty; this has caused widespread anger and frustration, highlighting the policy'...

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56% Bias Score

No Poverty
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Retail Profits Soar, While Worker Wages Stagnate

Australian retail sector gross operating profits have increased sixfold since 2001, while retail wages have risen by less than half that amount, leaving low-paid workers struggling with inflation and creating an imbalance of bargaining power between employers and employees.

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German Potato Salad Price Surge Reflects Inflationary Pressures

In Germany, the average price of a four-serving potato salad increased by 4.6 percent from 2021 to 2023, reaching €7.29 for the mayonnaise version, reflecting wider inflationary pressures linked to the war in Ukraine and impacting consumer purchasing power.

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40% Bias Score

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Record High English Rent Prices: 9.3% Year-on-Year Increase

English private rental prices hit a record high in November 2024, increasing by 9.3% year-on-year to an average of £1,362 per month, with London seeing the largest rise at 11.6%, driven by a shortage of rental properties and landlords exiting the market.

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GoFundMe Reports Quadrupling of Campaigns for Essential Expenses Amidst Inflation

GoFundMe's annual report reveals a quadrupling of campaigns requesting aid for essential expenses since 2023, illustrating the impact of inflation and high housing costs on Americans; the Martinez family's successful campaign to find new housing after eviction exemplifies this trend.

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24% Bias Score

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