Tag #Inequality

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UK: Nearly 1 Million Children Face Poverty Due to Housing Crisis

A report by the Institute for Public Policy Research reveals that nearly 1 million UK children face poverty or financial hardship due to rising rents, insufficient government housing support, and underinvestment in social housing, with the shortfall in Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rates pushing 90,...

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No Poverty
dw.com
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African Nations Grapple with Debt, Inflation, and Calls for Wealth Tax

Facing a mounting debt crisis and high inflation, African nations are exploring new revenue streams, with wealth taxes gaining traction amidst public protests against consumption tax hikes; however, implementation faces challenges including tracking the assets of the super-rich and political opposit...

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
lemonde.fr
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Climate Change: A Matter of Justice

Sébastien Mabile's "Justice climatique" details the historical, geographical, and generational injustices of climate change, arguing for a fair distribution of the remaining carbon budget to address unequal impacts.

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24% Bias Score

Climate Action
theguardian.com
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74 Child Deaths in England Linked to Temporary Accommodation

Between April 2019 and March 2024, 74 children died in England with temporary accommodation cited as a contributing factor; 58 were under one, revealing systemic issues and prompting calls for legislative changes to ensure child safety in temporary housing.

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48% Bias Score

No Poverty
taz.de
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Misty": Erroll Garner's Musical Genius and Family's Financial Hardship

Misty - The Erroll Garner Story" is a documentary exploring the life of jazz pianist Erroll Garner, contrasting his musical genius and financial success with the financial struggles of his partner, Rosalyn Noisette, and daughter, Kim Garner, who received no inheritance after his death in 1977, highl...

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44% Bias Score

No Poverty
theguardian.com
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Los Angeles Wildfire Relief Package Sparks Debate Over Rebuilding Strategies

California Governor Gavin Newsom approved a $2.5 billion wildfire relief package for Los Angeles, aiming for rapid rebuilding despite environmental concerns from experts who advocate for a pause to reassess rebuilding strategies in high-risk wildfire zones; Mayor Karen Bass also supports the plan, w...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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German Election: Public Support for Climate Action and Social Justice Ignored Amidst Far-Right Rise

Germany's upcoming election is characterized by political inaction on key issues despite widespread public support for climate protection, social justice, and wealth redistribution, fueling the rise of far-right populism and a sense of powerlessness among progressive citizens.

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56% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
theguardian.com
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Poverty and Special Needs, Not Ethnicity, Drive School Exclusions and Attainment in England

A study using 2019 English school data found poverty and special educational needs, not ethnicity, are the key factors in school exclusions and attainment; however, critics argue it overlooks informal exclusion and the complex intersection of race and class.

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32% Bias Score

Quality Education
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UK Labour's Growth Strategy: A Clash with Voter Priorities

The UK Labour government's pursuit of economic growth through deregulation and potential austerity measures clashes with voter concerns over the cost of living crisis, raising questions about its long-term political viability.

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56% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
arabic.euronews.com
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European Teacher Salaries Show Wide Disparities, Raising Concerns

A new report reveals significant disparities in European teacher salaries, with real wages declining in 10 of 22 countries between 2015 and 2023, leading to concerns about teacher shortages and the quality of education.

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16% Bias Score

Quality Education
theguardian.com
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UK Workforce Divides: Flexible Work Benefits Office Staff, Leaving Frontline Workers Behind

A new report reveals a growing divide in UK workplace flexibility, with office workers benefiting from hybrid work while frontline staff, comprising 10.5 million people, face unchanged conditions, hindering work-life balance and potentially exacerbating labor shortages.

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Canada's Four-Tiered Healthcare System: A Crisis of Access and Affordability

Canada's healthcare system is facing a crisis due to a shortage of family doctors (affecting 6.5 million people) and the rise of private healthcare options that exacerbate inequalities based on income.

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40% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being

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