This is what it feels like when a dictatorship strangles the country where you were born
The article reflects on the harsh living conditions in Cuba under a dictatorship, highlighting the daily struggle for basic necessities like food, electricity, and water.
Cuba: The Absurd Dual Economy
Cuba is facing a stark economic divide where the wealthy have access to luxuries while the poor struggle with basic necessities.
In Jūrmala, a woman has had 25 dogs taken from her kept in darkness and cold; the animals are recovering in a shelter
In Jūrmala, 25 dogs were rescued from appalling conditions where they were kept in cold, dark surroundings without basic necessities.
‘Life requires cash’: Gaza’s jobs crisis leaves people struggling to afford basics
In Gaza, the ongoing job crisis exacerbated by war has left many, including Mansour Bakr, struggling to afford basic necessities, as humanitarian aid remains insufficient.
Displacement Camps in Gaza Lack Basic Living Essentials
Displacement camps in Gaza are currently facing catastrophic living conditions, lacking basic human necessities such as food, medicine, and clean drinking water.
70-Year-Old Woman Reports Alleged Negligence at Hospital in Piedras Negras, Coahuila
Raquel González, a 70-year-old woman, has filed a complaint about the inadequate medical care she received at a hospital in Piedras Negras, Coahuila, citing issues such as lack of staff and basic necessities.
Russians are still facing higher prices at the grocery store. Have cucumbers suddenly become a luxury item?
The escalating prices of essential groceries in Russia amid the ongoing conflict are making it increasingly difficult for families to afford basic necessities.
Gazans daily fight for survival amid harsh winter weather
Palestinians in Gaza endure severe winter conditions while struggling for basic necessities following recent bombardments.
About 530 heating centres operate 24/7 in Kyiv Oblast due to challenging energy situation
Kyiv Oblast has set up 530 invincibility centres to provide heating and basic necessities to residents amid ongoing energy challenges due to systematic attacks on infrastructure.
A Place in the Sun's Danni Menzies admits 'she could hardly afford to eat'
Danni Menzies, host of A Place in the Sun, reveals her past financial struggles and how she struggled to afford basic necessities before her television career took off.
Schreiner on Contentment: 'Good Enough is Enough'
Hartmut Pfaff, a carpenter, finds satisfaction in simplicity despite often lacking basic necessities, showcasing a home filled with his handcrafted wooden furniture and unique artifacts.
SPD demands 'Germany Basket': Affordable food for all
In light of rising food prices, the SPD is calling for consumer relief through a voluntary initiative for retailers to offer a basket of affordable, stable-priced, locally produced staple foods.
'We want anything'.. a displaced child in Gaza cries about the harsh conditions, severe cold, and worn tent
A displaced child in Gaza expresses his desperation for basic necessities amidst severe cold and difficult living conditions, highlighting the urgent need for humanitarian aid.
Car air pump instead of a respirator: The story of an elderly woman and her son living in a cart in Gaza
An elderly woman and her son are living in a makeshift shelter in a cart in Khan Younis, Gaza, struggling without basic necessities as they face dire circumstances.