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Centrelink Boost for 5 Million Australians in March
Over 5 million Australians will receive a Centrelink payment boost in March 2024 due to indexation, impacting Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, Carer Payments, Commonwealth Rent Assistance, and JobSeeker; however, JobSeeker's increase will be smaller next year because inflation has moderated.
Centrelink Boost for 5 Million Australians in March
Over 5 million Australians will receive a Centrelink payment boost in March 2024 due to indexation, impacting Age Pension, Disability Support Pension, Carer Payments, Commonwealth Rent Assistance, and JobSeeker; however, JobSeeker's increase will be smaller next year because inflation has moderated.
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44% Bias Score
MND Diagnosis Leaves Shinty Player Facing Financial Crisis
Former shinty captain Lachlan Campbell, 47, from Spean Bridge, was diagnosed with MND three years ago, forcing him to give up his joinery business and struggle to access financial support, highlighting the significant financial burden the disease places on families.
MND Diagnosis Leaves Shinty Player Facing Financial Crisis
Former shinty captain Lachlan Campbell, 47, from Spean Bridge, was diagnosed with MND three years ago, forcing him to give up his joinery business and struggle to access financial support, highlighting the significant financial burden the disease places on families.
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24% Bias Score
Two-Thirds of Renting Australian Retirees Live in Poverty
A new report reveals that two-thirds of renting retirees in Australia live below the poverty line, a figure set to worsen as younger generations, facing a housing crisis, age into retirement without owning their homes. The report calls for a 50 percent increase in rental assistance.
Two-Thirds of Renting Australian Retirees Live in Poverty
A new report reveals that two-thirds of renting retirees in Australia live below the poverty line, a figure set to worsen as younger generations, facing a housing crisis, age into retirement without owning their homes. The report calls for a 50 percent increase in rental assistance.
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44% Bias Score
Belgian Government Faces Fierce Opposition Over Budget Cuts and Tax Plan
The inaugural Belgian parliamentary debate devolved into a grueling, multi-day session marked by intense opposition scrutiny of the government's planned €18 billion budget cuts and a controversial "surplus value tax," exposing deep ideological rifts within the coalition.
Belgian Government Faces Fierce Opposition Over Budget Cuts and Tax Plan
The inaugural Belgian parliamentary debate devolved into a grueling, multi-day session marked by intense opposition scrutiny of the government's planned €18 billion budget cuts and a controversial "surplus value tax," exposing deep ideological rifts within the coalition.
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56% Bias Score
DOGE Access to US Payment System Sparks Concerns
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gained access to a US federal payment system handling $6 trillion, raising concerns from Democrats about potential disruptions to Social Security, Medicare, and other benefits, although the Treasury Department denies any current issues.
DOGE Access to US Payment System Sparks Concerns
Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) gained access to a US federal payment system handling $6 trillion, raising concerns from Democrats about potential disruptions to Social Security, Medicare, and other benefits, although the Treasury Department denies any current issues.
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52% Bias Score
German Employers Push for Retirement Age Hike Tied to Life Expectancy
Facing Germany's upcoming federal election, employers are advocating for a retirement age increase linked to life expectancy, citing the need for stable social security financing; however, unions and the SPD criticize this as social cutbacks.
German Employers Push for Retirement Age Hike Tied to Life Expectancy
Facing Germany's upcoming federal election, employers are advocating for a retirement age increase linked to life expectancy, citing the need for stable social security financing; however, unions and the SPD criticize this as social cutbacks.
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44% Bias Score
Conflicting Views on US Federal Spending Create Policy Challenges
A January 2023 AP-NORC poll of 1,147 U.S. adults reveals conflicting views on federal spending: while most believe the government overspends, strong majorities also want increased funding for Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and other social programs, creating a challenge for lawmakers.
Conflicting Views on US Federal Spending Create Policy Challenges
A January 2023 AP-NORC poll of 1,147 U.S. adults reveals conflicting views on federal spending: while most believe the government overspends, strong majorities also want increased funding for Social Security, Medicare, Medicaid, and other social programs, creating a challenge for lawmakers.
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40% Bias Score
Musk's Unsubstantiated Claims of Government Misuse of Funds
During a White House appearance, Elon Musk made several unsubstantiated claims: alleging \$50 million in US funds were misused for condoms (disputed by the aid agency), questioning former USAID administrator Samantha Power's net worth increase (unsupported by evidence), and claiming that Social Secu...
Musk's Unsubstantiated Claims of Government Misuse of Funds
During a White House appearance, Elon Musk made several unsubstantiated claims: alleging \$50 million in US funds were misused for condoms (disputed by the aid agency), questioning former USAID administrator Samantha Power's net worth increase (unsupported by evidence), and claiming that Social Secu...
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16% Bias Score
Russia to Double Annual Pension Increases Starting 2026
Starting in 2026, Russia's 39 million pensioners will receive two annual pension increases: one matching inflation (February 1st), and another using Social Fund investment returns (April 1st), resulting in additional payments ranging from 50-200 rubles or potentially 1000-1500 rubles.
Russia to Double Annual Pension Increases Starting 2026
Starting in 2026, Russia's 39 million pensioners will receive two annual pension increases: one matching inflation (February 1st), and another using Social Fund investment returns (April 1st), resulting in additional payments ranging from 50-200 rubles or potentially 1000-1500 rubles.
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48% Bias Score
Greece Raises Public Sector Pension Contributions by 2.7%
Starting January 1, 2025, Greek public sector lawyers, engineers, and healthcare workers will face a 2.7% rise in supplementary pension and lump-sum benefit contributions (EFKA/TEKA), reaching up to €65.25 monthly, with employers sharing some costs; the adjustment reflects 2024's average inflation.
Greece Raises Public Sector Pension Contributions by 2.7%
Starting January 1, 2025, Greek public sector lawyers, engineers, and healthcare workers will face a 2.7% rise in supplementary pension and lump-sum benefit contributions (EFKA/TEKA), reaching up to €65.25 monthly, with employers sharing some costs; the adjustment reflects 2024's average inflation.
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32% Bias Score
German Employers Push for Retirement Age Hike Ahead of Elections
Two weeks before Germany's general election, employers advocate for a retirement age increase tied to life expectancy, sparking opposition from unions and the SPD who raise concerns about the impact on long-term workers and those who have already contributed significantly to the system.
German Employers Push for Retirement Age Hike Ahead of Elections
Two weeks before Germany's general election, employers advocate for a retirement age increase tied to life expectancy, sparking opposition from unions and the SPD who raise concerns about the impact on long-term workers and those who have already contributed significantly to the system.
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48% Bias Score
German Employers Push for Retirement Age Tied to Life Expectancy
Facing Germany's upcoming Bundestag election, employers advocate for raising the retirement age based on life expectancy, citing concerns over social security system sustainability, which has drawn criticism in the past. This follows recent adjustments to the retirement age, already set to reach 67 ...
German Employers Push for Retirement Age Tied to Life Expectancy
Facing Germany's upcoming Bundestag election, employers advocate for raising the retirement age based on life expectancy, citing concerns over social security system sustainability, which has drawn criticism in the past. This follows recent adjustments to the retirement age, already set to reach 67 ...
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48% Bias Score
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