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House Republicans Push for Multi-Trillion Dollar Tax Cut Package

House Republicans are pushing for a vote on a tax cut package estimated to increase the federal deficit by $3.8 trillion over a decade, with offsetting spending cuts to programs like Medicaid and SNAP, impacting various income groups differently.

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Reduced Inequality
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Moscow's Economy: 2nd Largest Globally

Moscow's economy, now the world's second-largest, grew by 5.5% in 2023, contributing 21% to Russia's GDP, fueled by high-tech manufacturing and IT advancements; the city also invests heavily in education and healthcare.

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Reduced Inequality
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Dutch Teachers' Union Ends Talks Over Budget Cuts Affecting Disadvantaged Students

The Dutch teachers' union AOb ended talks with State Secretary Paul after the cabinet scrapped the Educational Opportunities Scheme, a support system for 900 schools and disadvantaged students, to save €90 million in 2027 and €177 million in 2028, provoking outrage and concerns about educational equ...

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Quality Education
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FDR's Legacy Under Scrutiny Amidst Anti-Big Government Push

Eighty years after President Franklin Delano Roosevelt's death in Warm Springs, Georgia, his legacy of expansive government programs is being debated in light of President Trump's anti-big government policies, causing concern about the future of social safety nets and economic stability.

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No Poverty
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UK Announces £3.4 Billion in Social Spending Cuts Amid Economic Downturn

The UK government announced £3.4 billion in social program cuts and a £6 billion increase in defense spending, impacting at least one million people and reducing development aid by 39.1%, to meet fiscal rules amid decreased economic growth and increased debt costs.

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Italy Adds €5 Million to Psychologist Bonus Program

The Italian Ministry of Health has added €5 million to the psychologist bonus program, restarting the processing of existing applications on April 15, 2025; new applications will open later in 2025.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Altai Krai Reports Strong Economic Growth in 2024

Altai Krai Governor Viktor Tomenko announced the region's 2024 socioeconomic successes, including a 21% increase in industrial production (reaching 810 billion rubles), a 36% rise in oilseed production (2.3 million tons), exceeding job creation and investment targets, and the successful completion o...

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Decent Work and Economic Growth
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Trump's Budget: Massive Cuts to Social Programs, Huge Military Spending Increase

Trump's 2026 budget blueprint proposes $163 billion in cuts to non-defense discretionary spending, including education and environmental programs, while increasing the Pentagon budget by 13% to over $1 trillion and Homeland Security spending by 65%, reflecting a prioritization of military strength a...

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NYC Mayoral Candidate Unveils Housing and Tax Plan

A New York City mayoral candidate proposes building 500,000 housing units over 10 years, implementing a 2 percent property tax cap, eliminating city income tax for low-income households, and declaring a housing affordability state of emergency to expedite housing production and protect tenants.

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DOGE's Controversial Approach to US Budget Cuts

The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), led by Elon Musk, initiated budget cuts by targeting the US Agency for International Development (USAID), resulting in staff firings and program cuts, while largely avoiding larger, politically sensitive programs like Social Security and Medicare.

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Reduced Inequality
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Russia's Economy Surges Despite Sanctions: GDP Tops 200 Trillion Rubles

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin presented a positive economic report to the State Duma, highlighting a GDP exceeding 200 trillion rubles, faster growth than Europe, and increased social spending, despite sanctions.

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Ghana's 2025 Budget: Tax Cuts, Increased Spending, and Economic Growth Target

Ghana's 2025 budget, a GHS 290bn ($19bn) plan, scraps the 10% betting tax, 1% Covid-19 levy, and emission levy, while allocating significant funds to infrastructure and social programs, and reintroducing road tolls; aiming for 4.4% economic growth.

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No Poverty

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