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Argentina: President Milei Faces Protests Over Budget Cuts

Thousands protested in Buenos Aires on September 12th against President Javier Milei's vetoes of budget increases for universities and provinces, sparking a major political challenge amid economic austerity measures and a recent electoral setback.

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40% Bias Score

No Poverty
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Spanish Social Policies Hampered by Lack of State Budget

The absence of Spain's General State Budget for 2026 will hinder social policies, as regional investment in social policies has fallen 8.3% since 2010, with significant disparities between regions, according to a report by the Association of Directors and Managers of Social Services.

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52% Bias Score

No Poverty
elmundo.es
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Spanish Government Amends Debt Relief Law, Limiting Social Spending Impact

The Spanish government amended its debt relief law within 48 hours, restricting the use of savings from reduced interest payments, contradicting earlier statements by the Prime Minister and Minister of Finance that the savings could be used for social programs.

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
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TUC Urges UK Chancellor to Consider Wealth Taxes

The Trades Union Congress (TUC) is urging UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves to explore wealth taxes, including levies on financial institutions and online gambling, to fund public services, a move supported by some voters who switched from Labour to Reform UK.

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40% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
lefigaro.fr
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France to revise medical coverage for undocumented immigrants

The French government will revise the list of healthcare services covered by the Aide médicale d'État (AME) for undocumented immigrants, aiming to reduce costs and ensure fairness.

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56% Bias Score

Good Health and Well-being
dw.com
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France, Slovakia, and the Debate Over Eliminating Public Holidays

France is considering eliminating two public holidays to improve its finances, following similar moves by Slovakia and Denmark, while the US president has also criticized the number of holidays in America, sparking a debate about the impact of holidays on economic productivity.

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16% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
sueddeutsche.de
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Saxony Distributes Special Funds: Infrastructure Focus

The Saxon state government and municipalities have agreed on a plan to distribute 4.8 billion euros in special funds, with over half going directly to local communities for infrastructure improvements over four years, prioritizing smaller projects.

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28% Bias Score

Sustainable Cities and Communities
welt.de
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Mecklenburg-Vorpommern's 2026/2027 Budget: SPD Defends Spending Plans Amidst Opposition Criticism

The SPD in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern defended the state government's budget plans, including new debt, against opposition criticism, emphasizing investments over austerity, while the CDU criticized the use of federal funds to cover budget shortfalls.

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40% Bias Score

Quality Education
kathimerini.gr
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UK Economic Instability Amidst European Uncertainty

The UK's 30-year bond surged to its highest level since 1998, causing market turmoil and putting pressure on the Labour government's new measures, while Greece shows economic resilience with growth exceeding 2% for three years.

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48% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Debunking Myths Surrounding Germany's Bürgergeld

This report debunks eleven common myths surrounding Germany's Bürgergeld (citizen's benefit) program, using official data and expert analysis to clarify its financing, spending, reform prospects, and impact on employment.

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20% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality
kathimerini.gr
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Greek Government Announces 1.5 Billion Euro Aid Package

The Greek government will announce a 1.5 billion euro aid package on Saturday, including salary increases for diplomats, law enforcement officers, and tax breaks for the middle class.

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24% Bias Score

Decent Work and Economic Growth
bbc.com
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UK Government's Council Reorganisation Faces Cost Concerns

The UK government is reorganizing local councils in 21 areas based on cost estimates from a 2020 report that has since been revised to suggest the reorganization could cost £850m and deliver no savings, raising concerns about the financial implications of the plan.

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48% Bias Score

Reduced Inequality

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