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fromenglish.elpais.com
2 weeks ago

The decline of summer vacations in Italy: Families now only go to the beach on weekends

Fewer Italian families can afford beach vacations, creating a shift towards foreign tourists who dominate weekdays.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Women behind the lens: In Venezuela, the culture of pageants goes far beyond beauty'

Venezuela holds two world records: the most international beauty crowns and the largest proven oil reserves, tied to progress, modernity, and power.
Women
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

What good are rights when you can't afford to use them?

Pride was a defiant stand by queer and trans people against police brutality and state-sanctioned violence, born out of collective struggle, not corporate sponsorships.
LGBT
Public health
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

The Hamptons Are Gorgeous, Fancy, and Exclusive. And Also Something Far Less Flattering.

Child care is increasingly unaffordable and limited in East Hampton, affecting working families amidst a rising cost of living.
Public health
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Pennsylvania House approves reverse mortgage counseling bill

Seniors in Pennsylvania are especially vulnerable to economic struggles and may benefit from enhanced financial counseling regarding reverse mortgages.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

We belong to this land': Syrians navigate landmines to battle wildfires

At 80, the Syrian elder had survived a brutal civil war, economic collapse, and international sanctions, but the sight of his charred courtyard companion reduced him to tears.
World news
Gadgets
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 months ago

'Gallows Corner closure has dried up our sales just months after opening'

Gallows Corner roundabout and flyover closure severely impacts local businesses, causing some to shut and creating concerns over customer access.
UK news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

I lost both legs': Palestinians scale separation wall for chance to work

Palestinians in the West Bank are risking their lives to enter Israel for work amid heightened security and tight restrictions.
US politics
fromThe Washington Post
3 months ago

On streets of Tehran, Iranians describe daily struggles and cautious hopes

Economic struggles in Tehran deepen amid sanctions and inflation, but citizens adapt and remain hopeful for change.
Video games
fromKotaku
3 months ago

Borderlands 4 Boss Says 'A Real Fan' Will Pay $80 For Games

Game pricing debates highlight a disconnect between the affluent gaming industry and consumers facing economic challenges.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Kathy Hochul gets scrambled for claiming she 'can't afford' eggs for Easter event

Governor Kathy Hochul's comments about egg costs amidst her high income raise concerns about empathy towards everyday New Yorkers.
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