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๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Madrid is not Miami

The article discusses the ongoing issue of high living costs in Madrid, highlighting how it pushes residents out of the city.

Mar 2 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐ŸŒ RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Ramadan in Comoros: The government announces measures against high living costs and power cuts

The Comorian government has introduced measures aimed at alleviating high living costs and preventing power outages during Ramadan, although their implementation on the ground has faced challenges.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Qantas unveils bumper $1.46bn profit as Australian travellers shrug off cost-of-living pressures

Qantas reports a significant $1.46 billion half-year profit, attributing the growth to high customer demand and new aircraft investments.

Feb 25 โ€ข 23:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

Virginia governor criticizes the president's speech on behalf of the Democrats, emphasizes cost of living

Virginia's Governor A. Spanberger criticizes the president's speech, focusing on the high costs of housing, healthcare, energy, and childcare.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Study reveals how much money a household must earn annually to be considered rich in New York

A recent study indicates the annual income required for a household to be classified as rich in New York amid the high cost of living.

Feb 23 โ€ข 02:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Newsom confronted on California being the 'highest cost of living' state in the US amid affordability crisis

California Governor Gavin Newsom faced criticism regarding the state's high cost of living, highlighted during an interview where he was confronted about residents fleeing for more affordable options.

Feb 22 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

High-spending premiers appear immune to inflation pressure

Despite rising inflation, state premiers in Australia enjoy high popularity while the federal government faces pressure due to cost-of-living issues.

Feb 21 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Now the people of Northern Norway also have expensive electricity: โ€“ Insane increase

Northern Norway faces record-high electricity prices, significantly increasing from last year, with businesses and residents bracing for shocks.

Feb 19 โ€ข 05:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The price of exchange electricity is high on Thursday

The price of exchange electricity in Finland is set to rise significantly on Thursday, reaching nearly 60 cents per kilowatt-hour during peak hours.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

United States: Artists leave New York due to exorbitant cost of living and rental prices

The high cost of living in New York City is forcing artists and creative professionals to leave, as reported by Noel Jacoboni and supported by a recent study showing a decline in creative sector jobs.

Feb 15 โ€ข 22:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Lives in London, but flew to Turkey to do the supermarket shopping because it was cheaper

A British bargain hunter flew from London to Turkey to do his grocery shopping due to the high prices in the UK, showcasing the extreme cost of living crisis.

Feb 14 โ€ข 01:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Protest gathers thousands in Milan against the Winter Olympics

Thousands protested in Milan against the high cost of living and environmental concerns on the opening day of the Winter Olympics.

Feb 7 โ€ข 17:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

SIIRI SISASK โŸฉ The state is becoming a proper villain

Siiri Sisask expresses concern about the absurdity of life in Estonia due to high electricity and living costs, questioning how citizens can survive while the state expects lawfulness and timely tax payments.

Feb 6 โ€ข 12:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'Rent is very high and the space is small, sometimes it is given to you dirty': there are rentals in Guayaquil up to $935, Mocolรญ Island is the best area

The article discusses the high rental prices and varying living conditions in different neighborhoods of Guayaquil, highlighting Mocolรญ Island as the most desirable area and Guasmo as the most affordable.

Feb 6 โ€ข 11:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Life & Tech

I pay 1,100 euros in rent 26 kilometers from a capital and I am considering leaving

A nurse struggles with high rent costs while managing her family's finances and is contemplating moving due to the financial burden.

Feb 5 โ€ข 13:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

UK family escapes ยฃ3,000 bills for ยฃ690 Greek island life and 'feel free'

A UK family, seeking relief from high living costs and gloomy weather, relocates to a Greek island for a significantly lower cost of living.

Feb 4 โ€ข 10:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
World

Iranian authorities arrested 139 foreign nationals during the protests

Iranian authorities have arrested 139 foreign nationals amidst ongoing protests that began over the high cost of living and escalated into an anti-government movement.

Feb 3 โ€ข 11:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Abortions at record high in England and Wales โ€˜driven by cost of livingโ€™

The rising cost of living and limited access to contraception have led to an 11% increase in abortion rates in England and Wales, reaching the highest levels since 1967.

Jan 15 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Iranian Economy in Numbers Amid Rising Living Protests

Amid rising protests over the high cost of living, the Iranian economy shows limited growth but suffers from significant disparities in price structure and real income, highlighting the challenges faced by the government to control inflation and preserve citizens' purchasing power.

Jan 13 โ€ข 04:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
World

Protests in Iran: On the Streets for Fundamental Change

In Iran, protests against the government and high living costs continue, with calls for the return of the Shah and reports of multiple fatalities and arrests.

Jan 4 โ€ข 17:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

Iran: at least four dead during protests in the West

Protests continue in several Iranian cities, marking the seventh day of demonstrations triggered by high living costs in the Islamic Republic, with at least four reported dead in clashes between protesters and law enforcement in western Iran.

Jan 3 โ€ข 23:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

World Almanac 2026: Trump, Europe and Their Enemies

In 2026, the United States is poised to act as a primary catalyst for global instability, with President Trump increasingly mobilizing for midterm elections amidst internal challenges and a high cost of living, leading to a more transactional unilateralism rather than passive isolationism.

Jan 2 โ€ข 09:00 UTC

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