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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week 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
3 weeks 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
3 weeks 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.
fromwww.housingwire.com
4 weeks 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
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Construction sector continues to struggle amid Chancellor's tax hikes and inflation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Construction PMI at 48.8 indicates continued struggle in the sector, with high inflation and tax pressures impacting investment.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 month 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
1 month 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.
fromThe Washington Post
2 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
2 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
3 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.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Amid Zimbabwe's political crisis, hope and frustration brew

Protests in Zimbabwe reveal public anger and fear of violence, limiting participation despite desire for government change.
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