Japan's Prisons: A Refuge for the Elderly
Tochigi Women's Prison in Japan is experiencing a surge in elderly inmates, many of whom prefer the prison's care and social interaction to life outside, highlighting systemic issues of poverty and lack of social support for Japan's aging population.
Japan's Prisons: A Refuge for the Elderly
Tochigi Women's Prison in Japan is experiencing a surge in elderly inmates, many of whom prefer the prison's care and social interaction to life outside, highlighting systemic issues of poverty and lack of social support for Japan's aging population.
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44% Bias Score
590,000 UK Elderly to Spend Christmas Day Alone
New figures reveal that 590,000 UK residents over 65 will spend Christmas Day alone, while 1.4 million will eat alone, highlighting the pervasive issue of elderly loneliness exacerbated during the holidays.
590,000 UK Elderly to Spend Christmas Day Alone
New figures reveal that 590,000 UK residents over 65 will spend Christmas Day alone, while 1.4 million will eat alone, highlighting the pervasive issue of elderly loneliness exacerbated during the holidays.
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12% Bias Score
UK Pensioner Winter Fuel Allowance Deadline Looms
The UK government's deadline for claiming the winter fuel allowance, worth up to £300 to help with energy bills, is December 21st, 2023. Eligibility is now limited to pensioners receiving pension credit or certain benefits, impacting approximately 10 million people due to July's rule changes. Applic...
UK Pensioner Winter Fuel Allowance Deadline Looms
The UK government's deadline for claiming the winter fuel allowance, worth up to £300 to help with energy bills, is December 21st, 2023. Eligibility is now limited to pensioners receiving pension credit or certain benefits, impacting approximately 10 million people due to July's rule changes. Applic...
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44% Bias Score
Millions of Dutch Struggle with Digital Banking
A report reveals millions of Dutch adults struggle with digital banking services like online payments and account openings, highlighting the need for improved accessibility and support for vulnerable groups.
Millions of Dutch Struggle with Digital Banking
A report reveals millions of Dutch adults struggle with digital banking services like online payments and account openings, highlighting the need for improved accessibility and support for vulnerable groups.
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36% Bias Score
Wealthy Nonagenarian Fights Eviction in Lengthy Legal Battle
A 93-year-old woman with substantial assets is fighting eviction from her luxury apartment in Vincennes, France, despite multiple court orders, creating a protracted legal battle costing over €100,000 and raising questions about the application of tenant protection laws.
Wealthy Nonagenarian Fights Eviction in Lengthy Legal Battle
A 93-year-old woman with substantial assets is fighting eviction from her luxury apartment in Vincennes, France, despite multiple court orders, creating a protracted legal battle costing over €100,000 and raising questions about the application of tenant protection laws.
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60% Bias Score
97-Year-Old Cheerleader Returns to the Squad
A 97-year-old woman rejoins her high school cheerleading squad at her nursing home, inspiring residents and athletes alike.
97-Year-Old Cheerleader Returns to the Squad
A 97-year-old woman rejoins her high school cheerleading squad at her nursing home, inspiring residents and athletes alike.
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20% Bias Score
Turkey's Pension Shortfall and Widening Income Inequality
An Istanbul Planning Agency study reveals a 2.7% decrease in retirement pensions' share of total income (18.3% to 15.6%) between 2009-2024, despite an 85.3% increase in retirees; income inequality worsened, impacting the elderly disproportionately, with housing costs a major factor.
Turkey's Pension Shortfall and Widening Income Inequality
An Istanbul Planning Agency study reveals a 2.7% decrease in retirement pensions' share of total income (18.3% to 15.6%) between 2009-2024, despite an 85.3% increase in retirees; income inequality worsened, impacting the elderly disproportionately, with housing costs a major factor.
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28% Bias Score
German Helplines See Surge in Calls During Christmas Holidays
German helplines, including Silbertelefon and Muslimische Seelsorgetelefon, report a significant increase in calls during the Christmas holidays, with common issues being loneliness, health concerns, and family conflicts.
German Helplines See Surge in Calls During Christmas Holidays
German helplines, including Silbertelefon and Muslimische Seelsorgetelefon, report a significant increase in calls during the Christmas holidays, with common issues being loneliness, health concerns, and family conflicts.
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24% Bias Score
Haiti Gang Massacre: 180 Elderly Killed in Cite Soleil
Gang leader Monel \"Mikano\" Felix ordered the massacre of approximately 180 elderly people in Cite Soleil, Haiti, after his child died, with the killings involving machetes and knives, highlighting the government's struggle to contain armed gangs.
Haiti Gang Massacre: 180 Elderly Killed in Cite Soleil
Gang leader Monel \"Mikano\" Felix ordered the massacre of approximately 180 elderly people in Cite Soleil, Haiti, after his child died, with the killings involving machetes and knives, highlighting the government's struggle to contain armed gangs.
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44% Bias Score
Millions of Dutch Adults Struggle with Banking Services
A report reveals that millions of Dutch adults struggle with online banking and other banking services, highlighting a significant decline in self-sufficiency over the past four years, despite bank initiatives aimed at improving digital literacy.
Millions of Dutch Adults Struggle with Banking Services
A report reveals that millions of Dutch adults struggle with online banking and other banking services, highlighting a significant decline in self-sufficiency over the past four years, despite bank initiatives aimed at improving digital literacy.
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32% Bias Score
AI combats phone scams with lengthy conversations
O2's AI, Daisy, successfully engages phone scammers in lengthy conversations, wasting their time and resources. The technology is presented as a novel approach to combating phone scams, particularly those targeting the elderly.
AI combats phone scams with lengthy conversations
O2's AI, Daisy, successfully engages phone scammers in lengthy conversations, wasting their time and resources. The technology is presented as a novel approach to combating phone scams, particularly those targeting the elderly.
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40% Bias Score
Elderly Victims of Hamas Attack
Analysis of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, focusing on the plight of elderly victims and hostages, and the insufficient international response.
Elderly Victims of Hamas Attack
Analysis of the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack, focusing on the plight of elderly victims and hostages, and the insufficient international response.
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