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Design
fromArchDaily
15 hours ago

How Architecture Brings Social Interaction in Care: 9 Elderly Care Facilities in Japan

Japan's aging population necessitates innovative design in elder care facilities to enhance dignity and comfort.
fromFortune Asia
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Chinese grumble about Beijing's decision to hike the retirement age: 'I'll just have to bear the three extra years of work'

China plans to raise retirement age to address an aging population and economic concerns, starting gradual increases in 2025.
Design
fromArchDaily
15 hours ago

How Architecture Brings Social Interaction in Care: 9 Elderly Care Facilities in Japan

Japan's aging population necessitates innovative design in elder care facilities to enhance dignity and comfort.
fromFortune Asia
7 months ago
Privacy professionals

Chinese grumble about Beijing's decision to hike the retirement age: 'I'll just have to bear the three extra years of work'

China plans to raise retirement age to address an aging population and economic concerns, starting gradual increases in 2025.
more#aging-population
fromtime.com
3 days ago
Healthcare

The History of California's Medicaid Program Exposes the Dangers of Slashing Funding

Large cuts to Medicaid could severely impact healthcare outcomes for low-income families.
Understanding Medicaid's historical context is vital to appreciate its importance in American healthcare.
NYC politics
fromBig Think
1 week ago

A liberal critique of liberalism: What needs to change

The American dream struggles with affordability and upward mobility, as both cannot coexist in today's society.
fromTravel + Leisure
1 week ago
Europe politics

Every Country in This Part of the World Ranks for Quality of Life-and They All Have 1 Thing in Common

Scandinavian countries excel in happiness and quality of life due to strong social welfare systems and investments in health and education.
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago
Mission District

Day 41 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Jesus saves, drugs kill

Easter Sunday was marked by community outreach focused on salvation and support for drug addicts rather than traditional church services.
#disability-benefits
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
UK politics

Ministers scramble to avoid Labour rebellion on disability benefit cuts

The government is seeking to prevent a rebellion by allowing MPs to abstain on controversial disability benefit cuts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Labour's historic attack on disabled people is already wrecking lives. Just ask Kevin | John Harris

The government's benefit cuts could lead to severe poverty among disabled individuals and families.
There is a growing public fear regarding the impact of these cuts on vulnerable populations.
Oxfam condemned the cuts as immoral amidst a surging child poverty crisis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
UK politics

Ministers scramble to avoid Labour rebellion on disability benefit cuts

The government is seeking to prevent a rebellion by allowing MPs to abstain on controversial disability benefit cuts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Labour's historic attack on disabled people is already wrecking lives. Just ask Kevin | John Harris

The government's benefit cuts could lead to severe poverty among disabled individuals and families.
There is a growing public fear regarding the impact of these cuts on vulnerable populations.
Oxfam condemned the cuts as immoral amidst a surging child poverty crisis.
more#disability-benefits
#germany
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany politics

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Monday

Germany saw a rise in basic security benefits recipients, particularly for old age, reflecting demographic changes and economic challenges.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Germany politics

Free money for all: Germany's basic income experiment DW 04/15/2025

Universal basic income is being researched as a potential economic model, revealing insights on work motivation and social welfare.
fromThe Local Germany
1 month ago
Germany politics

Today in Germany: A roundup of the latest news on Monday

Germany saw a rise in basic security benefits recipients, particularly for old age, reflecting demographic changes and economic challenges.
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago
Germany politics

Free money for all: Germany's basic income experiment DW 04/15/2025

Universal basic income is being researched as a potential economic model, revealing insights on work motivation and social welfare.
more#germany
#universal-basic-income
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago
Business

Universal basic income: What UBI is, how it works, how it would affect the economy, and what supporters and critics say

Universal basic income (UBI) is gaining global traction, primarily aimed at reducing poverty through cash payments without conditions.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
US politics

The history of universal basic income: The concept of UBI has been debated for centuries

Universal basic income (UBI) seeks to provide no-strings financial support to citizens, with historical roots and modern experiments showing its potential benefits.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
US Elections

13 countries with active universal basic income and guaranteed basic income programs

Universal basic income programs provide flexibility for individuals to manage their financial needs, differing from focused government assistance programs.
Countries like Canada and India are actively experimenting with UBI initiatives to support specific demographics.
fromBusiness Insider
8 months ago
Business

Universal basic income: What UBI is, how it works, how it would affect the economy, and what supporters and critics say

Universal basic income (UBI) is gaining global traction, primarily aimed at reducing poverty through cash payments without conditions.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
US politics

The history of universal basic income: The concept of UBI has been debated for centuries

Universal basic income (UBI) seeks to provide no-strings financial support to citizens, with historical roots and modern experiments showing its potential benefits.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
US Elections

13 countries with active universal basic income and guaranteed basic income programs

Universal basic income programs provide flexibility for individuals to manage their financial needs, differing from focused government assistance programs.
Countries like Canada and India are actively experimenting with UBI initiatives to support specific demographics.
more#universal-basic-income
#immigration
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Mexico's Ambitious Plan to Prepare to Receive Its Citizens Deported From the US

Mexico is implementing the 'Mexico Embraces You' plan to receive deported citizens from the U.S., involving extensive support services and coordination.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Digital life

Mexico's Ambitious Plan to Prepare to Receive Its Citizens Deported From the US

Mexico is implementing the 'Mexico Embraces You' plan to receive deported citizens from the U.S., involving extensive support services and coordination.
more#immigration
#tax-changes
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago
Business

Budget 2025: social welfare hikes, 'mansion tax' and cheaper car insurance, here's everything you need to know

The €8.3bn Budget focuses on tax cuts and social welfare increases ahead of the election.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago
Business

Revealed: The boost in store for taxpayers from today as budget changes kick in

Tax and welfare changes aim to increase disposable income for households, particularly benefiting lower and middle-income earners.
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago
Business

Budget 2025: social welfare hikes, 'mansion tax' and cheaper car insurance, here's everything you need to know

The €8.3bn Budget focuses on tax cuts and social welfare increases ahead of the election.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago
Business

Revealed: The boost in store for taxpayers from today as budget changes kick in

Tax and welfare changes aim to increase disposable income for households, particularly benefiting lower and middle-income earners.
more#tax-changes
#child-benefit
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Heather Humphreys reveals dates for Christmas bonus double social welfare and child benefit payments

Major financial support for over 1.38 million people announced in Budget 2025 includes increased Christmas Bonus and double payments for Child Benefit.
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago
New York City

'A bit of support before Christmas is a big help' - says Heather Humphreys ahead of Tuesday's Budget

Child benefit is a priority, with focused measures planned to support families in the upcoming budget.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Heather Humphreys reveals dates for Christmas bonus double social welfare and child benefit payments

Major financial support for over 1.38 million people announced in Budget 2025 includes increased Christmas Bonus and double payments for Child Benefit.
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago
New York City

'A bit of support before Christmas is a big help' - says Heather Humphreys ahead of Tuesday's Budget

Child benefit is a priority, with focused measures planned to support families in the upcoming budget.
more#child-benefit
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago
UK politics

Sarwar pledges to expand winter fuel payment

Scottish Labour aims to expand winter fuel payment eligibility for all pensioners if elected, while addressing funding shortfalls for the Scottish equivalent.
LGBT
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 months ago

A kitchen staffed by trans women is a refuge for Mexico City's LGBTQ+ community

Casa Lleca's community kitchen offers employment opportunities to transgender women and supports the local area through a collaborative culinary initiative.
fromIrish Independent
7 months ago
EU data protection

Over 400,000 households to receive fuel allowance payments this week

The Fuel Allowance supports eligible households with winter heating costs, providing €924 over 28 weeks for those aged 70 and older or on long-term welfare.
Startup companies
fromFortune
8 months ago

How a Sam Altman-backed study into guaranteed income was widely misinterpreted

Guaranteed income initiatives can promote financial stability and personal agency despite misconceptions about laziness and productivity.
Insights gleaned from identifying biases in reporting on guaranteed income studies are vital for understanding their true impacts.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
9 months ago
Education

Free school meals made permanent in Westminster's nurseries and secondary schools

Westminster provides free lunches to nursery and secondary school students permanently, independent of changes in mayoral leadership.
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