Liberia: ANC Youth Wing Slams 15 Percent VAT Plan, Warns of Rising Hardship and 'Taxation Without Welfare'
The youth wing of Liberia's Alternative National Congress has condemned a proposed 15% VAT, arguing it will worsen economic conditions for citizens lacking benefits.
Members of Iran’s elite accused of hypocrisy over children’s lives in west
Iran's ruling elite face accusations of hypocrisy for using state resources to support their children living abroad while the country suffers from economic hardship.
Kim Jong-un’s Appointment as General Secretary is ‘Theatrical Politics’, Says Former North Korean Diplomat about the Party Congress
A former North Korean diplomat claims Kim Jong-un's reappointment is merely theatrical politics to emphasize that North Korea is not a dictatorship.
How much do you need to earn to be considered middle class in the city of Buenos Aires
The article discusses the income threshold required for a family to be classified as middle class in Buenos Aires amid increasing inflation.
Hidden hazards: How second-hand toys become infection reservoirs
Nigerian parents facing economic hardship are increasingly purchasing second-hand toys, unaware of the health risks they pose to their children.
Household disposable income fell in December and remains below 2023 levels
Household disposable income in Argentina decreased for the fourth consecutive month in December, remaining lower than in November 2023.
30% of Applicants for Gyeonggi Extremely Low Credit Loans Used High-Interest or Illegal Money Lending
A significant portion of applicants for Gyeonggi's low credit loan program are struggling financially, with many having resorted to high-interest and illegal money lending.
'Pay or he dies': the deadly price of hope for Egypt's migrants
Desperate families in Egypt are being compelled to send their young men on perilous Mediterranean migration journeys due to dire economic conditions.
The dilemma that doesn't convince: stability or aimless politics?
Kyriakos Mitsotakis' speech at the New Democracy's New Year cutting of the cake attempted to revive a familiar dilemma: 'us or chaos,' but such dilemmas lose their power when they clash with reality.
Nigeria: Senate Panel Queries Tribunal Over N16m Spent On Office Fumigation
The Nigerian Senate panel is questioning the Investments and Securities Tribunal regarding its N16 million expenditure on office fumigation amidst economic challenges in the country.
Sudan faces Ramadan amidst war and economic hardship
As Ramadan approaches in Sudan, citizens face economic hardship and the impacts of ongoing conflict, impacting their ability to celebrate the holy month.
"Don't hit me, I'm retired!"
Retirees in Argentina are suffering due to reducing pensions and ineffective government reforms amidst a declining economic situation.
Uganda: Government Shuts Tin Mining Depot in Isingiro
The Ugandan government has abruptly closed a tin mining depot in Isingiro, leaving many artisanal miners facing economic hardship and rising crime rates.
Forced to Euthanize 291 Dogs – Owners Could Not Afford Care
A significant number of dogs are being euthanized in Sweden due to their owners' inability to afford veterinary care, with 291 dogs euthanized in 2025 alone.
NAPTIP returns 46 trafficked women, children to Katsina govt
The National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) has returned 46 trafficked women and children to the Katsina State Government after they were intercepted while attempting to travel irregularly to Chad.
Iran after the protests: a regime that neither yields nor collapses
One month after the eruption of protests against the regime in Iran, the country shows no signs of returning to normality despite the suppression of the uprising which began over economic hardship.
Supacash promotes generosity amid Valentine’s Day hardship
Supacash encourages Nigerians to perform small acts of generosity this Valentine’s Day through its #100kSmilesChallenge initiative targeting 100,000 individuals with cash gifts.
Protests in Iran: How the Mullahs Finance Themselves
In Iran, people are protesting against economic hardship, while the regime has managed to withstand international sanctions for decades through trade with countries like China and Europe.
Tuesday briefing: What has sparked Iran’s latest wave of protests – and what might happen next
The article discusses the recent protests in Iran that have resulted in over 648 deaths and 10,600 arrests, fueled by economic hardship and political repression, marking a significant challenge to the Islamic Republic.
The Faces of Venezuelan Exile
The article narrates the stories of 11 Venezuelans who have fled their country due to political repression and economic hardship, with around eight million citizens living abroad.
The Mullahs Must Go and We Can Do a Lot for It
Security expert Nico Lange argues that Germany still has overly romantic ideas about dealing with the Mullah regime in Iran, despite the brutal crackdown on ongoing mass protests triggered by economic hardship.
Freedom Income, new funds for 2026: who can obtain the 500 euro allowance and how to apply
The Freedom Income program, designed to support women victims of violence in economic hardship, will receive additional funding to reach a total of 16.5 million euros in 2026.
The Mullah regime is highly corrupt
Protests in Iran are escalating as the population suffers from economic hardship, corruption, and political oppression, with Green politician Omid Nouripour warning that the country is on the verge of an explosion.
"We can't take it anymore, we have no future": repression of protests in Iran escalates with 36 dead and over 2,000 detained
Protests in Iran, sparked by economic hardship, have escalated dramatically, leading to 36 deaths and over 2,000 arrests amid widespread discontent against the Islamic Republic.
Protests in Iran: Because it can no longer be tolerated
Recent protests in Iran, characterized by a smaller scale than previous waves, are driven by fearless individuals seeking to challenge the oppressive regime amidst ongoing violence and economic hardship.
Wave of Protests in Iran: Courage in Its Purest Form
A new wave of protests in Iran, driven by economic hardship, is challenging the entire Islamic Republic system as citizens express their discontent over worsening living conditions.
At the roots of America that dreams big again
The article explores the origins of the MAGA movement as discussed in J.D. Vance's memoir, "Hillbilly Elegy," which portrays the struggles of a family during economic hardship in the Appalachian region.
Iranians fear 'Syrization'
Iranians have been protesting for five days, driven by skyrocketing inflation and economic hardship, with demonstrations spreading from Tehran across the country.
Several Dead After Protests in Iran - President Blames State and Banks
Protests against economic hardship and political repression continue in Iran, resulting in several deaths as crowds take to the streets for the fifth consecutive day.
Three dead after protests in Iran - President blames state and banks
Protests in Iran continue against economic hardship and political repression, leading to escalating violence and three fatalities as thousands take to the streets for the fifth consecutive day.
Protests in Iran: "Let Us Ignite the Fire of Freedom"
In Tehran, protests erupt fueled by anger over economic hardship, prompting the Iranian government to attempt to placate demonstrators with promises of reform.