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UK austerity policies ‘increased rate of premature and low birth weight babies’

Exclusive: Researchers who studied babies in Scotland believe cuts to benefits and services are linked to rise

The Guardian - UK

From period poverty to gender-based violence: how women refugees in Uganda are standing up for their rights

International charity ActionAid has been working with women and young activists in refugee settlements who are advocating for their communities, fostering leadership skills and creating economic opportunities

The Guardian - UK

Half of people think poverty will rise under Labour in next five years – survey

MORE than half of people expect the number of those living in poverty to have risen by the end of the Labour Government’s current term,…

The National (Scotland)

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Housing, social care and universities: who lost out in the UK budget?

Rachel Reeves made funding the NHS a priority but people working in other areas said they were disappointed

The Guardian - UK

Anti-monarchy group calls for meeting with Prince William on 'inequality'

THE CEO of anti-monarchy group Republic has called on Prince William to meet to discuss poverty and inequality after Prince William dismissed…

The National (Scotland)

TB in Africa: global report shows successes, but Nigeria and DRC remain important hotspots

The World Health Organization’s 2024 Global Tuberculosis report reveals a sobering reality. Formidable challenges remain in the fight against the world’s most infectious disease: persistent poverty in high burden countries; increased rates of infection among vulnerable populations; the inability to find and treat all missing cases; and funding shortfalls.

The Conversation

The Guardian view on Labour’s choices: emphasising a big state amid economic challenges

Editorial: The budget favours increased public spending and taxation, contrasting with Tory austerity. However, there were missed opportunities to address poverty and inequality

The Guardian - UK

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25 ‘Non-Nepo’ Celebrities Who Grew Up In Poverty And Made It On Their Own

These 25 celebrities did not have a famous dad or uncle to pave the way for their careers in show business. The post 25 ‘Non-Nepo’ Celebrities Who Grew Up In Poverty And Made It On Their Own first appeared on Bored Panda.

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South Africa’s fight against extreme poverty needs a new strategy - model shows how social grants could work

South Africa has been struggling for decades to reduce poverty, inequality and unemployment and raise the rate of economic growth.

The Conversation

Palestine’s economy teeters on the brink after a year of war and unrelenting destruction

The Palestinian economy has been devastated beyond recognition. Israel’s intense military operations in Gaza have led to unprecedented destruction, wiping out much of the enclave’s essential infrastructure, private property and agricultural resources.

The Conversation

Childcare crisis: How men and employers can combat 'time poverty' for working mothers

A childcare crisis is hitting households, communities, and economies. The private sector is central to solving it.

Fortune

Sarwar says Labour will ‘end austerity’ as he challenges SNP ministers on Budget

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar spoke out as Chancellor Rachel Reeves prepares to deliver the Budget on Wednesday.

Evening Standard

Carbon emissions of richest 1% increase hunger, poverty and deaths, says Oxfam

Consumption of the world’s wealthiest people also making it increasingly difficult to limit global heating to 1.5C

The Guardian - UK

Over a million Scots life expectancy worse due to inequality caused by austerity

YEARS of austerity leading to inequality and poverty across Scotland is still the biggest contributor to stagnating life expectancy among Scots,…

The National (Scotland)

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Latin Times

New Mexico Pushes for Baby Bonds to Tackle Child Poverty Amid Growing State Interest

With 75% of children on Medicaid, New Mexico considers baby bonds to bridge economic gaps and promote financial literacy statewide.

The Guardian - UK

More than 1m households to get £420 budget boost in universal credit change

Exclusive: move will cap amount that can be deducted from benefit payments to repay short-term loans and debts

Capital & Main

Trump Tried to Slash Aid for Tens of Millions of Poor Americans — and Some Voters Worry He’ll Succeed if Elected Again

Experts warn that Trump's return could mean drastic cuts to public assistance programs from Medicaid to food assistance, while low-income voters want Harris to offer more support.

The Independent UK

AI is being used to send some households impacted by Helene and Milton $1,000 cash relief payments

Some hurricane-impacted households in North Carolina and Florida will receive one-time, direct cash payments of up to $1,500 on Friday

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Reason

The 'Degrowth' Mentality Promises a World of Poverty and Misery

Market-based economies create incentives that unleash human creativity and provide incredible abundance.

The Guardian - UK

As she delivers her budget, Rachel Reeves must not forget Labour’s historic mission

It is well within this government’s power to rebuild our welfare state, says John McDonnell, shadow chancellor from 2015 to 2020

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Liam Payne secretly gave £80,000 to London food poverty charity

During the Covid lockdowns, tragic Liam Payne secretly gave £80,000 to a London food poverty charity after he volunteered at its centre.

The Independent UK

Dame Helen Mirren: Upsetting and unfair to be treated differently as we age

The Age UK ambassador spoke out as the charity published analysis on agesim.

The Guardian - US

Gustavo Gutiérrez, Peruvian priest and ‘father of liberation theology’, dies at 96

Dominican friar hailed as ‘prophet of the poor’ for belief that the church had political duty to end poverty

Evening Standard

Trade unions and health experts to have their say on child poverty plans

The Government’s strategy on child poverty is intended to alleviate the ‘negative experience’ of living in poverty.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Greens call for ‘mansion tax’ in exchange for Budget support

THE Scottish Greens have urged ministers to bring in a so-called “mansion tax” if the party is to support its Budget.

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