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Inside the tunnel dozens of homeless people live in close to London landmark

The stark disparity between the homeless living near St Paul's Cathedral and the affluent city life around them illustrates the ongoing crisis of homelessness in London.

Codie Sanchez says you can ignore those get-rich-quick schemes

Despite the booming economy, younger Americans feel financial security is unattainable; Codie Sanchez offers a more grounded approach to wealth-building.

Some Households Gain Connectivity According to Digital Equity Dashboard Refresh

Significant increases in broadband access among economically disadvantaged households have been observed, indicating progress in closing the digital divide.

French Cuffs and French Fries at Donald Trump's McDonald's Gig

Trump's McDonald's visit illustrated stark economic contrasts between him and fast-food workers.

Council Post: The Creator Economy Class Divide: How PR Can Level The Playing Field For Small Creators

The creator economy is becoming unequal, with a divide between elite creators and those struggling to succeed.

The housing affordability crisis doesn't exist in much of the country so why aren't Americans moving?

The disparity between expensive and affordable housing markets is increasing significantly across the United States.

Violent protests erupt in Martinique over high cost of living with 14 injured

Martinique enforces a curfew to manage protests driven by the rising cost of living and dissatisfaction with local economic conditions.

Other People's Money Can Drive You Mad

Money and love form a complex relationship in Rumaan Alam's 'Entitlement', exploring the nuances of privilege and economic disparity.

Gentrifying beyond borders: How Americans displace locals abroad

The trend of U.S. citizens becoming digital nomads reflects broader issues of affordability and privilege amid growing economic pressures in the U.S.
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Prime Examples of California Policies Destroying Towns

Poverty remains a persistent issue in America, impacting various demographics, especially those without stable employment or relevant educational qualifications.

Guess the Poorest Area in Your State

The poorest county in the U.S., Issaquena County, MS, has a median household income of $17,900, significantly lower than the national average.

Prime Examples of California Policies Destroying Towns

Poverty remains a persistent issue in America, impacting various demographics, especially those without stable employment or relevant educational qualifications.

Guess the Poorest Area in Your State

The poorest county in the U.S., Issaquena County, MS, has a median household income of $17,900, significantly lower than the national average.
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What Kalamazoo (Yes, Kalamazoo) Reveals About the Nation's Housing Crisis

Michigan's housing crisis showcases a national shift from surplus to critical shortage, affecting affordability for middle-income Americans.

What's it like to live in a vacation spot when tourists leave? 'Wait' offers a window

Family members experience contrasting homecomings, revealing economic disparity in Nantucket's less-known reality vs. the luxurious vacationland facade.

Living in Germany: East-west divide and the origins of the Stammtisch tradition

Germany's former East-West border is a classic example of a phantom border with lingering economic and political differences.
Significant economic gaps persist between the average monthly salaries of people in former East and West Germany, with former Easterners earning less.

NYC Poverty Rate Jumped, Affecting 1 in 4 Children

The number of New Yorkers living in poverty increased significantly from 2021 to 2022.
New York City's poverty rate rose to 23%, almost double the national average of 12%. Children and minority groups are especially impacted.
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4 months ago

The Most Common Essential Jobs in the US Don't Pay a Living Wage

The top three most common jobs in the US do not offer a living wage, impacting essential workers and highlighting income inequality.
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