"Some ships operate at a loss and others will remain docked": facing the explosion of diesel prices, fishermen fear the worst
French fishermen are deeply concerned as skyrocketing diesel prices threaten their livelihoods, prompting calls for government assistance amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.
India Runs Out of Gas for Cooking: "Without Gas, I Can’t Fry. Without Frying, I Don’t Sell. And Without Selling, I Don’t Eat"
In Noida, India, a café run by acid attack survivors has ceased operations due to a lack of cooking gas, threatening their livelihoods amid an energy crisis.
About a thousand landowners may receive a hydrogen pipeline on their land in Southwest Finland – impacts on livelihoods are concerning
The construction of a hydrogen pipeline in Southwest Finland could potentially affect about a thousand landowners and raises concerns regarding its impact on local livelihoods.
"I’m happy to work again" "I’m suffocated by worries about interest rates"... One year after the forest fire, struggling to survive
A community in North Gyeongsang Province, affected by a catastrophic forest fire, is slowly returning to daily life and rebuilding their livelihoods after significant losses.
Restaurant owner could 'go broke' under blue state's proposed to-go packaging ban, he warns
Connecticut lawmakers are considering a bill that would ban polystyrene packaging for takeout food, potentially jeopardizing restaurant owners' livelihoods due to increased costs and impacts on food quality.
Rwanda: Teen Pregnancy Rises to 8 Percent As Experts Warn of Growing Risks
Teenage pregnancy in Rwanda has increased from 5% in 2020 to 8% in 2025, with significant implications for the education and livelihoods of girls.
Kim Dong-yeon directs to prepare 'war supplementary budget'... 'proactive support for people's livelihoods and energy' in line with the government
Kim Dong-yeon, the governor of Gyeonggi Province, has initiated the preparation of a supplementary budget in response to the prolonged effects of the Middle Eastern war, emphasizing support for livelihoods and energy.
The Invisible Tragedy of the Oil Spill in Veracruz
An oil spill near Veracruz is harming the livelihoods of local families, as pollution threatens their fishing activities.
BUA Cement provides farming inputs to 300 displaced Sokoto farmers
BUA Cement has launched a program to support 300 displaced farmers in Sokoto State by providing them with agricultural inputs to enhance productivity and livelihoods.
[Editorial] In Response to the 'Oil Price Shock,' We Must Focus on Supporting People’s Livelihoods and Vulnerable Groups
The South Korean government has initiated plans for an additional budget to cope with the economic impact of high oil prices resulting from the US-Iran conflict, emphasizing the need for targeted support to vulnerable communities.
Ordinance suspends fishermen registrations and affects professionals in Maranhão
A government ordinance in Brazil has suspended approximately 236,000 fishing activity registrations, impacting fishermen in Maranhão who rely on these certifications for their livelihoods.
Harare Is Not a Refugee Camp Says Mafume As Council Struggles to Control Illegal Street Vending
Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume emphasizes the need for balance between livelihoods and public safety amidst challenges posed by illegal street vending in the city.
President Yoon: Additional financial and fiscal support including a maximum oil price system will be expedited
President Yoon emphasized the need for swift government actions to mitigate the impact of external shocks on the domestic economy, particularly regarding rising oil prices and their effects on livelihoods.
Cocoa beans rot in Ivory Coast after commodity crash
A major price drop in cocoa has led to unsold cocoa beans rotting in warehouses in Ivory Coast, impacting farmers' livelihoods.
Rwanda: Refugees, Locals Turn to Beekeeping to Rebuild Livelihoods in Gatsibo
Refugees and locals in Gatsibo District, Rwanda, are turning to beekeeping as a way to rebuild their livelihoods after conflict displaced many residents.
The future of 9 million workers in the Middle East is India's biggest concern
India is deeply concerned about the fate of its 9 to 10 million citizens working in the Middle East amidst ongoing conflicts, which jeopardizes their livelihoods and the domestic economy.
Why you should think twice before jumping on the AI caricature trend
The rising trend of AI-generated caricatures poses risks for artists' livelihoods and raises privacy concerns regarding the use of personal data.
South Africa: Canegrowers to Urgently Intervene in Sugar Giant Tongaat's Liquidation
The South African Canegrowers Association is seeking to intervene in the provisional liquidation of Tongaat Hullet, affecting the livelihoods of around 250,000 people.
Fixing Money in Gaza... A Profession Born from Cash Crisis
In Gaza, the deterioration of banknotes due to conflict and liquidity crises has led to a new profession focused on repairing old currency for daily transactions.
Protesters occupy DNIT in Marabá, PA, against the explosion of Pedral do Lourenção; MPF wants to block the work in court
About 300 protesters, including residents from traditional riverine communities, occupied the DNIT building in Marabá, Pará, opposing the dredging and blasting of the Pedral do Lourenção as it threatens local livelihoods.
Mining Impact in Morona Santiago is Almost the Size of 2,000 Football Fields
A new report reveals significant expansion of mining in Morona Santiago, Ecuador, over the past four years, threatening forests and livelihoods in the Amazon.
The heaviest since the Nakba.. Destruction erases Ramadan customs in the camps of northern Samaria
This Ramadan, northern West Bank refugee camps have faced unprecedented destruction and displacement, severely impacting communal traditions and livelihoods.
'I am evacuated without having anywhere to live and not knowing how to produce': fire at Multicomercio hits neighbors and merchants in the surroundings
A recent fire in Guayaquil has displaced over 100 families, deeply impacting their lives and livelihoods.
Cuba's entrepreneurs fear their livelihoods will be destroyed by Trump
Cuban entrepreneurs are concerned that U.S. policies under Trump will undermine their businesses and disrupt the private sector in Cuba.
Rwanda: Amid Shrinking Aid, Refugees in Rwanda Are Finding New Sources of Livelihoods
Amid declining international aid, Rwandan refugees are increasingly turning to agriculture and livestock rearing as new sources of income for their families.
Taxis: 2,000 drivers unemployed - 'The government is sending us to disaster,' the warning
Taxi drivers in Greece are threatening to escalate their nationwide protests against government policies that they claim threaten their livelihoods.
Empty dams, less milk and buying water: This is the reality of drought
Drought in New South Wales is causing severe water shortages and impacting farmers' livelihoods, with many struggling to provide for livestock amid ongoing dry conditions.
Cities in SC declare a state of emergency due to onion prices; understand
At least five cities in Santa Catarina have declared a state of emergency due to low onion prices affecting local farmers' livelihoods.
Economic colonization devours the food basket of the West Bank and reshapes its geography
The article discusses how Israeli economic policies are redefining large areas of the occupied West Bank, affecting agricultural land and rural livelihoods.
"Our sacrifice was there and we lost everything": victims of Multicomercio continue to quantify losses after the fire
Victims of a recent fire at Multicomercio in Ecuador are working to assess their losses and the impact on their livelihoods.
'They want to do social cleansing': Sex workers resist World Cup works in Tlalpan
Sex workers in Tlalpan, Mexico City, are resisting construction projects related to the upcoming World Cup, which threaten their livelihoods.
Indian farmers protest against trade deal with US
Farmers across India are staging a nationwide strike against a proposed trade deal with the US, fearing negative impacts on their livelihoods.
Homeplus, which affects the livelihoods of 100,000 people, has less than 20 days to be saved... "Please, the government needs to step in"
Homeplus workers are protesting urgently as the deadline for the company’s court restructuring process approaches, risking the livelihoods of thousands.
Occupation continues to confiscate land, incursions, and arrests in the West Bank
Israeli authorities are expanding land confiscations in Sebastia, West Bank, threatening local livelihoods.
Editorial: The Democratic Party that has resolved the ‘merger strife’ must now focus on livelihood and reform
The Democratic Party of Korea has decided to suspend discussions on merging with the Justice Party amidst internal conflicts, calling for a renewed focus on people's livelihoods and political reforms.
HYPREP trains 100 Ogoni youths in seafaring
The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project has successfully trained 100 youths from Ogoniland in seafaring, aimed at providing alternative livelihoods and supporting Nigeria's Blue Economy.
Ruling Party, Government, and Blue House Push for Early Morning Delivery at Large Supermarkets Amid Concerns for Workers' Health and Livelihoods
South Korea's ruling party and government plan to relax regulations for early morning deliveries at large supermarkets, sparking concerns over worker well-being and the livelihoods of small business owners.
The Centre Party Attacks the Government Over Electricity Bills: High Prices Threaten Families' Livelihoods
The Centre Party in Estonia is criticizing the government for high electricity prices that are putting stress on families and affecting businesses.
The Wealthy Who Suck Society Dry: "Like a Black Hole" - The Inequality Theory of a Skilled Trader
Garry Stevenson, a skilled trader from a poor background in London, argues that the ultra-wealthy act like black holes, draining societal resources and threatening the livelihoods of the less fortunate.
Israel accused of spraying cancer-linked herbicide on farms in southern Lebanon
Lebanon has accused Israel of using a cancer-causing herbicide on southern Lebanese farmland, calling it an environmental crime that endangers food security and farmers' livelihoods.
UK plans to cut climate finance to poor countries by a fifth despite promising more help
The UK plans to reduce its climate aid to impoverished nations by more than 20%, despite previous commitments to increase support, raising concerns about the potential impact on lives and livelihoods in these regions.
Gold processing plants in Portovelo are idle: owners and mayors warn of impact on exports and 10,000 families directly
Hundreds protested in Portovelo against the suspension of gold processing plants, fearing negative effects on exports and livelihoods.
Minimum Wage: Scenarios for an Increase of Up to 70 Euros from April – The Date for 950 Euros
Discussions in Greece indicate a potential minimum wage increase of 50 to 70 euros starting April 1, aiming for a target of 950 euros before 2027, enhancing workers' livelihoods and consumption.
Workers of the private healthcare sector in Murcia: "With salaries frozen for 15 years, making ends meet is an obstacle course"
Private healthcare workers in Murcia express frustration over 15 years of frozen salaries, making it difficult to sustain their livelihoods.
Okomu, PIND train Edo communities ahead N1.2bn partnership
Okomu Oil Palm Company and the Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta have conducted a training program for community representatives in Edo State in preparation for a N1.2 billion partnership aimed at peacebuilding and improving livelihoods.
NDLEA moves to replace cannabis farms with lawful crops
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency is promoting a program to replace illegal cannabis farming with legal crops to provide sustainable livelihoods in rural areas.
Han Byeong-do: 'There is no compromise on prosecutorial reform... the end of civil war is the recovery of livelihoods'
Han Byeong-do, the floor leader of the Democratic Party, asserted that the first principle of the Lee Jae-myung government is 'only the people's life', emphasizing that the end of civil war will lead to the recovery of livelihoods while committing to comprehensive prosecutorial and judicial reforms.
Côte d'Ivoire: When Local Finance Replaces Banks in Tafiré
In Tafiré, Ivory Coast, local microfinance is providing access to credit for women and youth, significantly improving their businesses and livelihoods over the past decade.
How the Chinese are 'colonizing' Serbia: 'We sleep on gold, but we die of cancer'
The article explores the impact of Chinese investments in mining on the traditional livelihoods of the people in Bor and Majdanpek, Serbia, highlighting the juxtaposition of mineral wealth and health crises.
DR Congo’s mining boom puts community forests at risk
In southeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, mining expansion threatens community forests, alarming local residents about their land and livelihoods.