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πŸ‡°πŸ‡· Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Jong-un publicly visits cement factory amid Iranian airstrikes, calling it a heroic struggle

Kim Jong-un visited North Korea's largest cement plant, praising workers for their production achievements and reaffirming the country's economic strategy despite international tensions.

Mar 2 β€’ 01:10 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

Cubans struggle to make ends meet amid blackouts and fuel shortages

Cubans are facing significant hardships due to ongoing blackouts and fuel shortages, which are affecting their daily lives and economic stability.

Feb 25 β€’ 11:05 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

How the Boomers Became the Richest Generation: And Why Millennials, Gen X, and Z Might Never Catch Up to Them

The article examines how baby boomers amassed wealth compared to previous generations and why subsequent generations may struggle to reach similar levels of financial security.

Feb 25 β€’ 08:38 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Mining Once Again Suffers Billion-Dollar Losses. Coal Sales at Record Low

Poland's mining industry continues to struggle, facing significant financial losses and declining coal production and sales.

Feb 25 β€’ 06:51 UTC
πŸ‡·πŸ‡Ί The Moscow Times
World

'Systemic Degradation': How 4 Years of Occupation Have Devastated the Economy of Eastern Ukraine

The article discusses how four years of Russian occupation have led to severe economic decline in Eastern Ukraine, particularly in Melitopol, where local industries have collapsed and workers struggle to survive.

Feb 24 β€’ 14:52 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Taxes increase, stores close: small businesses feel the impact of the war and taxes in Russia

Small businesses in the Moscow area struggle with increased taxes and economic pressures as the war in Ukraine continues and essential revenues decline.

Feb 24 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Why Are Our Minds Unable to Comprehend the Gains of the Modern Economy?

The article discusses why most people struggle to recognize the benefits of the modern economy, attributing this to a perception that economic development has stagnated due to intangible improvements and a probability-based economic model.

Feb 24 β€’ 03:00 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Naftemporiki
National & Local

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.

Feb 23 β€’ 20:24 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

MSMEs battle finance gaps amid reforms – AltBank

Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises in Nigeria continue to struggle with financing despite economic reforms, according to the Alternative Bank.

Feb 22 β€’ 00:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

How Jesse Jackson Brought the Civil Rights Struggle in the US to the Center of the Economy

The article discusses Jesse Jackson's vital role in the civil rights movement in the US, particularly focusing on his work in economic equality.

Feb 19 β€’ 07:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Decoration with Simple Things: How the People of Gaza Celebrate Ramadan Despite the Difficult Reality

Residents of Gaza struggle to celebrate Ramadan with simple decorations amid ongoing hardships from conflict and economic challenges.

Feb 18 β€’ 07:50 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Aging Threatens Family Farming in America.. Who Will Inherit the Fields?

Aging farmers in the U.S. struggle to pass on their farms to younger generations, risking the future of family agriculture amidst rising costs and low commodity prices.

Feb 16 β€’ 03:18 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Berlin and Paris at Odds: Do They Understand the Implications of Geopolitical Turmoil?

Berlin and Paris struggle to find common ground on critical defense and economic issues, risking a significant failure in military collaboration.

Feb 13 β€’ 17:20 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Tariffs wither on February 14, Mexican flower exports do not rebound against taxes

Mexican flower exports leading up to Valentine's Day struggle to regain past momentum due to tariffs imposed by the U.S. government.

Feb 13 β€’ 00:10 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Morocco: traders struggle to sell gold as prices rise

In Morocco, traders are facing challenges in selling gold as prices escalate due to economic instability and geopolitical factors.

Feb 12 β€’ 19:05 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
National & Local

EU leaders promise decisive actions to strengthen the economy

EU leaders acknowledge the urgent need for economic reinforcement due to global competition and geopolitical challenges, yet they struggle to agree on specific measures.

Feb 12 β€’ 13:52 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
National & Local

Breaking the established: "We are the most educated generation, but we are still the rat in the wheel. It's time to be penguins"

A financial literacy event in Spain focused on teaching young people essential money management skills amid a backdrop of alarming statistics on financial ignorance.

Feb 8 β€’ 17:41 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ Die Welt
National & Local

Germany's Reform Bottleneck Leads to Brutal Distribution Struggles

The strikes in the public sector are revealing the ruthless nature of the upcoming distribution battles as wealth shrinks in Germany.

Feb 8 β€’ 07:06 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
World

Deep crisis: between power cuts and sanctions, Cubans struggle to survive and maintain the joy of living

Cubans are facing severe power cuts and economic sanctions while attempting to maintain their spirits amidst a deepening crisis.

Feb 5 β€’ 20:36 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

Union Turn: Salaries and Housing

Social unrest continues among a significant portion of the population despite undeniable social improvements, as they struggle with the soaring cost of living, especially regarding housing.

Feb 2 β€’ 04:30 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Record gold price squeezes Moroccan jewellery sector

The surge in gold prices to over $5,000 an ounce is placing significant strain on Morocco's jewellery sector, leading many artisans to struggle or close their businesses due to reduced customer numbers.

Jan 29 β€’ 17:01 UTC
πŸ‡ΆπŸ‡¦ Al Jazeera
World

In Numbers: The Course of the Economic Crisis in Iran

As protests escalate across Iran, citizens struggle with high living costs despite government efforts to mitigate the financial burden through a new assistance plan for 80 million people.

Jan 14 β€’ 11:11 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ New York Times
National & Local

Saks Files for Bankruptcy as Department Stores Fight for Survival

Saks has filed for bankruptcy protection as department stores struggle to survive in the changing retail landscape.

Jan 14 β€’ 05:37 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
World

Cuba: between collapse and a desperate struggle for survival

The article discusses the critical impact of the loss of Venezuelan oil supplies on the Cuban economy and how energy shortages affect daily life, while exploring the coping mechanisms of Cubans amid the economic crisis.

Jan 12 β€’ 17:01 UTC

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