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Aug 28, 10:21

German Media's Neglect of the Global South

A study reveals that German-language media outlets dedicate only around 10% of their coverage to the Global South, despite it housing 85% of the world's population, highlighting a systemic bias that fuels misinformation and hinders effective solutions to global issues.

German Media's Neglect of the Global South

A study reveals that German-language media outlets dedicate only around 10% of their coverage to the Global South, despite it housing 85% of the world's population, highlighting a systemic bias that fuels misinformation and hinders effective solutions to global issues.

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What are the implications of the significant disparity in media coverage between the Global North and the Global South?

A recent study reveals a stark imbalance in German-language media coverage, with approximately 90% focusing on the Global North (15% of the world's population) and only about 10% on the Global South (85% of the world's population). This disparity is evident across various news outlets, including Tagesschau, Zeit im Bild, and political talk shows.

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Aug 28, 07:19

Mexico's Informal Employment Rises to 54.8% in Q2 2025

In Q2 2025, Mexico's informal employment rose to 54.8%, impacting tax revenue and worker security; regional disparities, especially in Oaxaca (78.5%), Chiapas (78%), and Guerrero (76%), highlight the need for increased investment.

Mexico's Informal Employment Rises to 54.8% in Q2 2025

In Q2 2025, Mexico's informal employment rose to 54.8%, impacting tax revenue and worker security; regional disparities, especially in Oaxaca (78.5%), Chiapas (78%), and Guerrero (76%), highlight the need for increased investment.

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How do regional disparities in investment explain the high levels of informal employment in certain Mexican states?

High informality, particularly in states like Oaxaca (78.5%), Chiapas (78%), and Guerrero (76%), hinders Mexico's economic growth. Lower investment in these regions, as explained by Banamex, directly correlates with lower formal job creation, despite a 10% increase in FDI.

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Aug 23, 19:19

Chile's Social Cohesion Plummets: Low Trust, High Insecurity

Chile's social cohesion has sharply declined since 2020, driven by factors such as the social unrest, pandemic, and perceived inequality, resulting in low trust in institutions and high insecurity, according to the Observatorio de Cohesión Social (OCS-COES).

Chile's Social Cohesion Plummets: Low Trust, High Insecurity

Chile's social cohesion has sharply declined since 2020, driven by factors such as the social unrest, pandemic, and perceived inequality, resulting in low trust in institutions and high insecurity, according to the Observatorio de Cohesión Social (OCS-COES).

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How do the vertical and horizontal dimensions of social cohesion in Chile compare to other Latin American countries, and what are the underlying causes of these differences?

The sharp drop in Chile's social cohesion scores, especially in the horizontal dimension (interpersonal trust and safety), reveals a growing societal fracture. Factors such as the 2020 social unrest, the pandemic, and persistent inequality have eroded public confidence. This deterioration is evident in low trust in political institutions and high perceived insecurity, even if objective insecurity levels are moderate.

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Aug 17, 10:15

Indonesia at 80: A Nation Divided on Freedom's Promise

Eighty years after Indonesia declared independence, its citizens express mixed views on freedom and justice, with younger generations voicing concerns over economic opportunities and government responsiveness, while older generations appreciate the progress made since the Soeharto era.

Indonesia at 80: A Nation Divided on Freedom's Promise

Eighty years after Indonesia declared independence, its citizens express mixed views on freedom and justice, with younger generations voicing concerns over economic opportunities and government responsiveness, while older generations appreciate the progress made since the Soeharto era.

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How do varying generational perspectives on freedom and the Indonesian government's response to socio-political issues shape the nation's future trajectory?

The article explores the Indonesian experience of freedom 80 years post-independence, revealing a societal divide. Older generations, having lived through the Soeharto dictatorship, value the current freedoms, while younger generations express concerns about economic inequality, government responsiveness to protests, and lack of job opportunities, suggesting a disconnect between the promises of independence and current realities.

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Aug 16, 16:18

Unequal Mourning: Senator's Assassination Underscores Colombia's Deep Societal Divisions

The death of Senator Miguel Uribe in Colombia highlights a deep societal issue: while his assassination received widespread media attention, the deaths of three other Colombians—Sergio Blanco, Harold Aroca, and Germán Andrés Yule—were largely ignored, revealing a disparity in how lives are valued ba...

Unequal Mourning: Senator's Assassination Underscores Colombia's Deep Societal Divisions

The death of Senator Miguel Uribe in Colombia highlights a deep societal issue: while his assassination received widespread media attention, the deaths of three other Colombians—Sergio Blanco, Harold Aroca, and Germán Andrés Yule—were largely ignored, revealing a disparity in how lives are valued ba...

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How does the disparate media coverage of Senator Uribe's assassination compared to the deaths of three other Colombians reflect deeper societal issues in Colombia?

The recent assassination of Senator Miguel Uribe, while mourned by some, highlights a stark disparity in how deaths are perceived in Colombia. While his death garnered national attention, the deaths of three other Colombians—Sergio Blanco, Harold Aroca, and Germán Andrés Yule—received far less media coverage, despite equally tragic circumstances. This disparity underscores a deep societal issue.

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Aug 14, 04:16

Mexico's Poverty Rate Decreases to 30% in 2024

A new report reveals that poverty in Mexico has decreased to 30% in 2024, affecting 38.5 million people, a 6.7% decrease from 2022, although the vulnerable population increased to 32.2%.

Mexico's Poverty Rate Decreases to 30% in 2024

A new report reveals that poverty in Mexico has decreased to 30% in 2024, affecting 38.5 million people, a 6.7% decrease from 2022, although the vulnerable population increased to 32.2%.

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What is the overall impact of social programs on poverty reduction in Mexico, considering both the decrease in poverty and the rise in the vulnerable population?

Mexico's poverty rate has decreased, affecting 38.5 million people (30%) in 2024, a 6.7% reduction from 2022. Extreme poverty also fell by 2.1 million to 7 million people. However, the vulnerable population increased to 32.2%, up from 26.4% in 2018.

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Aug 28, 19:20

EU Disability and Financial Hardship: A 25% Disparity

In the European Union, nearly 25% of disabled people struggle financially, significantly higher than the non-disabled population; this disparity is most pronounced in Greece (75.5%) and Bulgaria (52%), while employment, though helpful, doesn't solve the issue completely.

EU Disability and Financial Hardship: A 25% Disparity

In the European Union, nearly 25% of disabled people struggle financially, significantly higher than the non-disabled population; this disparity is most pronounced in Greece (75.5%) and Bulgaria (52%), while employment, though helpful, doesn't solve the issue completely.

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What is the extent of financial hardship among disabled people in the EU, and how does it compare to the non-disabled population?

In the EU, almost 25% of disabled people face financial hardship, exceeding the rate for non-disabled individuals. While countries like Luxembourg and Germany show lower rates (8% and 11%, respectively), Greece and Bulgaria report drastically higher figures (75.5% and 52%). Employment, while mitigating risk, doesn't eliminate poverty for either group.

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Aug 24, 19:18

Russia's Hidden Labor Crisis: Income Inequality Despite Official Growth

Despite Rosstat reporting average salaries exceeding 99,000 rubles and a 3.8% real income increase, 47% of Russians seek additional work, highlighting a significant gap between official statistics and the lived reality of insufficient income for many.

Russia's Hidden Labor Crisis: Income Inequality Despite Official Growth

Despite Rosstat reporting average salaries exceeding 99,000 rubles and a 3.8% real income increase, 47% of Russians seek additional work, highlighting a significant gap between official statistics and the lived reality of insufficient income for many.

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What is the discrepancy between reported economic growth in Russia and the widespread need for supplemental employment among its citizens?

The average salary in Russia exceeded 99,000 rubles, and real incomes grew by 3.8%, according to Rosstat. However, 47% of citizens are seeking additional work, a 4% increase year-over-year, indicating insufficient income from primary employment.

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Aug 23, 04:14

Italy Proposes 'Immaterial' Compensation in Public Works to Combat Inequality

Italy seeks to address growing inequality by amending public works contracts to include 'immaterial' compensations—social services—leveraging the constitutional principle of equality and promoting social cohesion.

Italy Proposes 'Immaterial' Compensation in Public Works to Combat Inequality

Italy seeks to address growing inequality by amending public works contracts to include 'immaterial' compensations—social services—leveraging the constitutional principle of equality and promoting social cohesion.

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How can Italy's constitutional principle of equality be effectively implemented to combat rising inequality driven by market forces and a weakened state?

Italy's Constitution, Article 3, champions equality as the foundation for protecting diversity. This principle, often misused to impose uniformity, is now challenged by growing inequality stemming from market forces weakening the state's ability to address societal needs.

theguardian.com

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Aug 17, 10:15

Unequal Access to Air Conditioning Exacerbates Heat Inequality Globally

Photographer Gaia Squarci and researcher Jacopo Crimi's "The Cooling Solution" project documents unequal access to air conditioning across socioeconomic groups in Brazil, India, Indonesia, and Italy, showcasing adaptation strategies and architectural innovations while highlighting the persistent eco...

Unequal Access to Air Conditioning Exacerbates Heat Inequality Globally

Photographer Gaia Squarci and researcher Jacopo Crimi's "The Cooling Solution" project documents unequal access to air conditioning across socioeconomic groups in Brazil, India, Indonesia, and Italy, showcasing adaptation strategies and architectural innovations while highlighting the persistent eco...

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How does unequal access to air conditioning affect different socioeconomic groups during periods of extreme heat, and what are the immediate consequences?

The Cooling Solution" project documents the unequal access to air conditioning across socioeconomic groups in Brazil, India, Indonesia, and Italy, revealing how rising temperatures exacerbate existing inequalities. Photographs depict people employing diverse coping strategies, ranging from swimming in ponds to seeking refuge in air-conditioned public spaces.

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Aug 15, 10:15

UK Retirement Poverty: Regional Disparities and Solutions

New research reveals that 40% of UK adults face retirement poverty, with the northeast of England and Northern Ireland showing the highest risk (48%), due to insufficient pension savings to cover basic living costs of \£13,400 yearly for singles and \£21,600 for couples.

UK Retirement Poverty: Regional Disparities and Solutions

New research reveals that 40% of UK adults face retirement poverty, with the northeast of England and Northern Ireland showing the highest risk (48%), due to insufficient pension savings to cover basic living costs of \£13,400 yearly for singles and \£21,600 for couples.

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What policy interventions or individual strategies could effectively mitigate the growing risk of retirement poverty in the UK?

The widening pension gap underscores the need for proactive measures. Addressing the "postcode lottery" requires improved financial literacy, increased employer contributions, and efforts to locate and utilize unclaimed pension funds. Delaying state pension receipt can also boost retirement income, but carries longevity risk.

lemonde.fr

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Aug 12, 10:17

Global Water Crisis: UN Declaration's Limited Impact

Fifteen years after the UN recognized the human right to water, over two billion people still lack access to clean water, resulting in over one million deaths annually; inadequate sanitation further exacerbates this crisis.

Global Water Crisis: UN Declaration's Limited Impact

Fifteen years after the UN recognized the human right to water, over two billion people still lack access to clean water, resulting in over one million deaths annually; inadequate sanitation further exacerbates this crisis.

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Clean Water and Sanitation

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How do the economic and social impacts of water scarcity disproportionately affect vulnerable populations?

While progress has been made in providing water access in some emerging economies, the UN's declaration hasn't directly translated into widespread improvements. The persistent lack of sanitation, affecting half the world's population, causes significant health issues and economic burdens, especially for women and girls who spend excessive time collecting water.

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