Tag #Economic Hardship

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Trans Woman's Struggle Highlights US Economic Hardship

Chiugo Akujuobi, a 26-year-old trans woman, survives on food pantries and friends' help after fleeing transphobic abuse in Houston; their financial struggles exemplify the difficulties faced by low-income Americans amidst persistent inflation and the potential impact of new tariffs.

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Somali Pirates Demand $10 Million Ransom for Chinese Fishing Vessel

Pirates hijacked a Chinese fishing vessel with 18 crew members off the coast of Somalia in late November, demanding a $10 million ransom; the incident highlights persistent maritime security challenges and the complex factors contributing to the resurgence of piracy in the region.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Financial Emergencies Surge in Australia: Experts Offer 2025 Planning Advice

Nearly 20 percent of Australians faced financial emergencies in 2024 due to high interest rates, cost of living increases, and alleged supermarket price gouging; experts advise proactive financial planning for 2025, including preemptive budgeting and curbing impulse spending.

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No Poverty
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Democrats Face Backlash Over Tweet Mocking High Egg Prices

House Democrats deleted a tweet mocking Americans struggling with high egg prices after a record-breaking holiday shopping weekend, sparking widespread criticism and highlighting a disconnect between the party and everyday economic concerns amid rising inflation and record credit card debt.

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Indians Risk All for American Dream

This article examines the surge in Indian migrants attempting illegal entry into the US, exploring the economic and political factors driving this trend, the risks involved, and the resulting deportations.

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Reduced Inequality
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Michelin Factory Closures Spark Worker Protests

Michelin's closure of its Cholet and Vannes factories leads to protests and job losses. Workers express anger and concern over the company's profitability amid closures.

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Bridgend Market Faces Closure After Raac Discovery

Bridgend's 500-year-old indoor market faces permanent closure after the council announced it would end its subsidy for a temporary market due to the discovery of Raac in the roof and low trader interest, leaving traders with an uncertain future.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Turkish Retirees Protest 2025 Budget, Denounce Economic Inequality

In İzmir, Turkey, the United Retirees Union and the Retirees Assemblies Union protested the 2025 budget, calling it a "social murder" that will further impoverish retirees and criticizing the government's economic policies as favoring a wealthy minority while neglecting the needs of the majority. Öm...

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No Poverty
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Billson's Brewery Avoids Liquidation Through Restructuring

After months of uncertainty and administration, Billson's Brewery in Beechworth, Victoria, avoided liquidation, thanks to a creditor-approved restructuring plan, securing the future of the 159-year-old brewery and its 100 remaining employees.

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Federal Student Loan Payments: Consequences for Delinquent Borrowers

Following the end of a pandemic-era pause and a subsequent grace period, federal student loan borrowers who fail to make payments risk wage garnishment, credit damage, and ineligibility for certain mortgages, though several aid options exist.

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Saarland Fights Economic Crisis

Saarland's Minister President Anke Rehlinger addresses the state's economic crisis, caused by industrial restructuring and major company setbacks, and urges for immediate action and policy changes.

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