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Op-Ed | Why do we allow criminals to steal millions from the poorest New Yorkers? | amNewYork

EBT card skimming is exploiting vulnerable American families, resulting in significant financial losses and food insecurity.

Thousands of families eligible for summer food money haven't applied

Time-sensitive opportunity for families to apply for Summer EBT federal food benefits program before Sept. 3.

Op-Ed | Why do we allow criminals to steal millions from the poorest New Yorkers? | amNewYork

EBT card skimming is exploiting vulnerable American families, resulting in significant financial losses and food insecurity.

Thousands of families eligible for summer food money haven't applied

Time-sensitive opportunity for families to apply for Summer EBT federal food benefits program before Sept. 3.
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Personal Data of Rhode Island Residents Breached in Large Cyberattack

A massive cyberattack has compromised personal data of possibly hundreds of thousands of Rhode Island residents seeking governmental assistance.

Rhode Island Residents' Data Breached in Large Cyberattack; Data May Be Leaked Soon

A massive cyberattack in Rhode Island could expose sensitive personal information of applicants for government assistance, with hackers demanding ransom.

Personal Data of Rhode Island Residents Breached in Large Cyberattack

A massive cyberattack has compromised personal data of possibly hundreds of thousands of Rhode Island residents seeking governmental assistance.

Rhode Island Residents' Data Breached in Large Cyberattack; Data May Be Leaked Soon

A massive cyberattack in Rhode Island could expose sensitive personal information of applicants for government assistance, with hackers demanding ransom.
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Lumen, Quantum Fiber Join Forces on Low-Cost Internet Plan

Lumen Technologies offers a low-cost 200 Mbps internet plan at $30/month for eligible households, aiding those in financial need.

2 maps show how Americans rely on income like Social Security more than they used to

Americans increasingly depend on government aid due to aging populations and rising healthcare costs, with programs accounting for 18% of personal income in 2022.

More money, more problems: Loss of benefits can stop Floridians from seeking higher pay

The Hiott family struggles with a benefits cliff, unable to accept jobs that would help financially without losing essential childcare and healthcare benefits.

Single parent and full-time carer welcomes supports but says more can be done to help the most vulnerable

Catherine Rossiter emphasizes the need for more targeted support for disabled children and their families, despite recent financial improvements.

'Indian Country is hurting:' How feds failed Native American food program

Wendy Zika's dedication highlights the struggles faced by Native American communities due to delays in the food assistance program.

FEMA opens disaster recovery centers in Vermont after last month's floods

Vermont faces ongoing recovery challenges from violent flooding, with federal and state assistance being crucial but insufficient for complete recovery.

Bounce Back Loan proved to be a massive misnomer for small businesses - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Bounce Back Loans had a negative impact on small business owners, burdening them with debt and creating financial struggles.

Do you rent? You may be more vulnerable to climate-driven disasters

Natural disasters can have long-lasting financial impacts, especially for renters who may not have adequate insurance or government assistance.

Coney Island public houses to vote on development's future and city involvement * Brooklyn Paper

Public housing sites in Coney Island to vote on entering city's affordability program for upgrades and improved services.

New Rule Will Lower Child Care Co-Pays, Improve Payments to Day Care Providers

Low-income families struggle to pay child care bills despite government assistance.
Day care providers often bear the financial burden of high co-payments for families on subsidies.

Axios Vibes: On campus, huge bipartisan support for government loan help

Students from both parties want government help with student loans.
Support for government help with student loans is higher among students than the general population.

Oregon students, faculty, unions say university governing system broken, call for investigation

Students unable to afford housing and relying on government assistance
Blame placed on two laws that changed university governance

French farmers unions call to end protests as PM unveils new measures

French farmers have called off roadblock protests after securing promises of government assistance.
Prime Minister Gabriel Attal announced solutions to combat bans and fraud in the agriculture sector.

Havering Council warns it will soon go bust without loan

Havering Council facing financial difficulties due to added spending pressures
More services may need to be cut if the government does not provide assistance

As clock ticks down to CEBA deadline, business owners plead for understanding from government | CBC News

Small business owners in Canada are asking the federal government to extend the deadline for repaying emergency loans received during the pandemic.
Many businesses are struggling to repay the loans by the January 18 deadline and are calling for financial assistance or forgiveness of a portion of the loans.

Op-ed: Migrant handouts are stifling the American Dream

The American Dream is still alive for immigrants who come to the US seeking opportunity.
Government welfare programs may be hindering the immigrant experience and preventing them from achieving their own version of the American Dream.

NYC to spend millions on new round of pre-paid debit cards for migrants

The New York City administration is expanding a program providing debit cards pre-loaded with cash to migrant families in taxpayer-funded hotels.

Q&A: Jessica Calarco on 'how women became America's safety net'

The U.S. lacks robust social safety net programs, leading to women bearing the burden of caregiving responsibilities for their families.

Why did I cry when I was approved for $271 of food stamps this month?

The struggle of surviving on low-income as a writer is real, leading to applying for government assistance.
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