Tag #Social Issues

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Trinidad and Tobago Declares State of Emergency Amidst Rising Violence

Trinidad and Tobago declared its first state of emergency since 2021 due to 623 murders in 2024; an aid convoy delivered 750 tons of food and medicine to Sudan's conflict zone on December 25th; and nearly 200 women marched in Ivory Coast against gender-based violence.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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California's Homelessness Crisis: A 'Christmas Carol' for Our Times

El Cajon Mayor criticizes California's handling of its homelessness crisis, comparing it to Dickens' "A Christmas Carol", blaming conscious policy decisions for creating a system that profits from the issue.

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Reduced Inequality
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U.S. Homelessness Surges 18.1% in 2024

The U.S. saw an 18.1% increase in homelessness in 2024, reaching over 770,000 people, largely due to unaffordable housing, natural disasters, and a migrant surge; family homelessness rose nearly 40%, while veteran homelessness dropped 8%.

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US Homelessness Soars to Record High of Over 770,000 in 2024

The number of homeless people in the US soared to a record high of over 770,000 in 2024, an 18% increase from 2023, driven by factors including a lack of affordable housing, increased migration, and natural disasters, according to a HUD report.

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kathimerini.gr
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Greece's Systemic Failures: High Resource Numbers Mask Deep-Rooted Problems

Greece, despite having a high number of police and doctors per capita compared to the EU, faces uncontrolled crime, a struggling healthcare system, under-enrolled universities, persistent gender-based violence, and widespread tax evasion, indicating deep-seated systemic issues.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Munich Man's Struggle Highlights Need for Stronger Social Safety Net

Josef Müller, a 69-year-old Munich resident, describes his struggles with unemployment, mental health challenges, and financial hardship after a series of setbacks, highlighting the need for improved social support systems. Donations are requested to aid him and others in similar situations.

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Italy's 2024 Surge in Violence: Systemic Failures and Preventable Deaths

The year 2024 in Italy was marked by a significant rise in violent crimes, including workplace accidents, femicides, and family massacres, highlighting systemic failures and a need for comprehensive societal reforms.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Record High Homelessness in US: 770,000 Experiencing Homelessness in January 2024

The Department of Housing and Urban Development's annual report reveals a record 770,000 people experiencing homelessness in January 2024, up 18% from the previous year due to factors including the end of pandemic aid, increased housing costs, and a rise in asylum seekers.

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Call the Midwife: 13 Seasons of Heartwarming Realism

Call the Midwife, a BBC drama created by Heidi Thomas, explores the lives of midwives and nuns in post-war East London, tackling issues like poverty, racism, and illegal abortions while maintaining a heartwarming tone, and is currently approaching its 14th season.

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Good Health and Well-being
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U.S. Homelessness Surges 18.1% in 2024

A new federal report reveals an 18.1% increase in U.S. homelessness in 2024, exceeding 770,000 individuals, primarily due to unaffordable housing, natural disasters like the Maui wildfire, and a rise in migration to major cities; this increase follows a 12% rise in 2023.

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FDP Contradicts Stance on Abortion Access

The FDP's new election program supports easier access to medication abortion, yet FDP members in the Bundestag actively blocked a bill to decriminalize abortion, revealing a prioritization of political strategy over stated principles.

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Gender Equality
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Hopes for Bari in 2025: A Vision for Improvement

This article outlines a series of hopes for Bari in 2025, addressing issues such as crime, tourism, social services, and the overall quality of life, expressing a desire for a safer, more prosperous, and more vibrant city.

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