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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tourism is good and generates jobs, but raises the cost of living for Paulistanos, says research

A recent study revealed that while a majority of São Paulo residents view tourism positively, nearly half believe it contributes to rising local living costs.

Mar 2 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The cost of living for households with tenants increased by 4.7% last year, two points higher than general inflation

Households with tenants in Spain faced a 4.7% increase in living costs last year, which is two points higher than the overall inflation rate.

Mar 2 • 04:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
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 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I counted crisps in Walkers, Quavers, Wotsits, Hula Hoops and more - one had less than 15

A journalist reported on the number of crisps in various popular snack brands, highlighting issues of shrinkflation amidst rising living costs in the UK.

Mar 1 • 12:45 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: When Tehran Burns, Africa Pays - Fuel, Geopolitics and the Cost of Living

Escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly around Iran, directly impact Africa's economies through higher fuel prices and increased living costs.

Mar 1 • 12:35 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A €96 Fine for a Brit in Vilnius Turned into a Social Experiment: The Post Created a Real Storm

A British man received a €96 parking fine in Vilnius, sparking significant social media attention after he posted about the incident.

Mar 1 • 06:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Married couples can pass on up to £1 million without paying inheritance tax

Married couples in the UK can pass on up to £1 million without incurring inheritance tax, raising questions about the financial benefits of marriage in modern times.

Feb 28 • 10:47 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Iceland: Holding a referendum on the possible resumption of EU accession negotiations

Iceland has decided to hold a referendum regarding the potential resumption of EU accession negotiations, a move welcomed by the European Commission.

Feb 27 • 15:02 UTC
🌍 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 • 13:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump says affordability crisis is over. Voters and data disagree

Donald Trump claims the affordability crisis is over, but polling data indicates that voters still feel the pressure of rising living costs.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

These cities are 'expensive' even for the rich, requiring a bank balance of millions to live there

A recent report highlights cities that are extraordinarily expensive, emphasizing luxury lifestyle costs rather than general living expenses.

Feb 27 • 10:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Paradox of Luxembourg: Record Number of Working Poor in the Richest Country in the EU

Luxembourg faces a paradox of high living costs and a significant number of working poor, despite being one of the richest nations in Europe.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Hunger catches up with Russian pensioners: "I haven't been to the store in three years"

A 77-year-old retired engineer in Russia reveals her struggles with hunger and rising living costs amid the ongoing war economy.

Feb 26 • 18:15 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Residents with low incomes and families with children will receive housing benefits

The Latvian parliament has approved changes to the social assistance law to increase housing benefits for low-income residents and families with children amid rising living costs.

Feb 26 • 09:46 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Ramadan in Aden, Yemen, Comes with Joy and Life Pressures

Ramadan in Aden is a blend of joy and economic challenges, with the community embracing the festive spirit despite rising living costs.

Feb 26 • 09:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brits told to fill up now as petrol costs could jump to £2 a litre

UK motorists have been advised to refuel their vehicles now due to rising petrol prices that may reach £2 per litre.

Feb 26 • 07:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

An 87-Year-Old Mother Was Charged Monthly for a New Shampoo - The Silent Methods to Save on Care Fees

The article discusses how elderly individuals can manage and potentially reduce care costs, highlighting strategies to save on expenses associated with assisted living.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Iceland to hold referendum on joining the EU

Iceland is preparing to hold a referendum regarding its accession to the European Union, driven by rising living costs and geopolitical factors.

Feb 25 • 19:59 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Iceland's Prime Minister Promises EU Referendum in the Coming Months

Iceland's Prime Minister Kristrun Frostadottir announced plans for a referendum on renewing EU membership negotiations amid rising public interest due to living costs and the war in Ukraine.

Feb 25 • 17:48 UTC
🇱🇹 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 • 08:43 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Five standout moments from Trump's State of the Union speech

Donald Trump's State of the Union speech was the longest in US history at 108 minutes, focusing on economic issues and living costs.

Feb 25 • 06:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Energy price cap to fall in April but threat of war hangs over outlook

The energy price cap in the UK will decrease in April 2026, yet concerns persist regarding the ongoing impacts of the war in Ukraine on energy prices and costs.

Feb 25 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Trump's First State of the Union Address in His Second Term: "Iran's Nuclear Program Cannot Be Tolerated" and "Democrats are to Blame for Living Costs"

During his first State of the Union address of his second term, President Trump affirmed that he would not tolerate Iran's nuclear weapons development and criticized Democrats for rising living costs.

Feb 25 • 05:33 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Leader: No one is saying it out loud - but soon it will be horrifically expensive to be Swedish

The article discusses the far-reaching effects of climate change on various aspects of Swedish life, including wages and prices of daily commodities.

Feb 25 • 04:09 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

The easiest way to grow chamomile from a tea bag

An Emirates flight attendant discusses her salary and how not having to pay rent significantly impacts her earnings.

Feb 25 • 02:17 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

SYRIZA on K. Mitsotakis' post: Hypocrisy is abundant

SYRIZA criticizes Prime Minister Mitsotakis for his claims of government achievements while ignoring rising living costs.

Feb 22 • 13:34 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Here, we don't want children hanging out outside": in the 20th arrondissement, the Bouet family dreams of a postcard Paris

The Bouet family, living in the 20th arrondissement of Paris, is part of a growing trend of families facing challenges in the city due to high living costs and declining fertility rates.

Feb 22 • 06:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Seven-day deadline in £20,000 personal tax allowance change plan

A petition aims to increase the UK's personal tax allowance from £12,570 to £20,000, with only a week left to gather required signatures for a Parliamentary debate.

Feb 21 • 15:28 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Free room and board? 60% of Canadian parents to offer it during post-secondary

Almost 60% of Canadian parents plan to provide free room and board to their children pursuing post-secondary education amid rising living costs.

Feb 20 • 21:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Virginia approves minimum wage increase: when will it be possible to earn US$15 per hour

Virginia has approved a gradual increase in its minimum wage to US$15 per hour by 2028 to support workers amid rising living costs.

Feb 20 • 10:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The new garbage tax causes a historic 17.4% rise in waste collection costs

A new garbage tax in Spain has led to a historic 17.4% increase in waste collection costs, marking the largest annual rise on record as households are now required to pay the actual cost of waste management.

Feb 20 • 04:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

She dreams of living in Christianshavn and shopping at Alma. We create a budget

The article explores the budgeting dreams of young individuals in Copenhagen, focusing on personal aspirations and the costs associated with living in the city.

Feb 19 • 19:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Thousands of adults to get £400 cash boost a year to help with cost of living

Thousands of adults in the UK will receive a £400 annual payment to assist with living costs, as part of a broader government initiative.

Feb 19 • 16:26 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

McDonald's, Wendy's, and More: The Fall of Fast Food Giants

Fast food restaurants are raising prices to offset increased labor and ingredient costs, causing lower-income customers to visit less frequently.

Feb 19 • 14:06 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Mumbai Becoming an 'Exit City' with Millions in Debt and Box of Matches!

Real estate prices in Mumbai are driving single professionals to leave the city due to high living costs and a shortage of affordable housing.

Feb 19 • 10:22 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Strapped New Yorkers swarm chaotic Mamdani-inspired free grocery store pop-up: We’re 'in pain'

Hundreds of New Yorkers flocked to a pop-up offering free groceries amidst rising food costs and economic anxiety.

Feb 19 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Canadians are starting retirement planning as soon as their 20s. Here’s why

A recent survey indicates that Canadians are increasingly beginning their retirement planning in their 20s, prompted by factors like rising living costs and inflation.

Feb 18 • 20:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

With Australian private health insurance premiums set to jump by 4.41%, will policies deliver more or just cost more?

Australia is facing a significant increase in private health insurance premiums, raising questions about the value of coverage amid rising living costs.

Feb 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

51% of Greek workers are looking for a second job

A significant portion of Greek workers is seeking additional employment due to rising living costs.

Feb 18 • 11:54 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does it cost? Crayons, notebooks, sharpeners... Build your school basket and we'll estimate a budget

An article from Argentina discusses the costs involved in preparing students for the school year, emphasizing the budgeting implications for families.

Feb 18 • 04:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Increase in Mediator Salaries in Civil Cases

New regulations in Poland have significantly raised the fees for mediators involved in civil cases, reflecting the need for adjustment due to rising living costs since 2016.

Feb 17 • 10:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Disabled adults to get £400 cash boost a year to help tackle cost of living

The UK government is providing an annual cash boost of £400 for disabled adults to assist with rising living costs.

Feb 16 • 22:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Russian Sadness with Pineapples. Cucumbers Are More Expensive than Exotic Fruits

A report highlights the increase in cucumber prices in Russia and the implications of VAT hikes on food costs.

Feb 16 • 17:24 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Rising Costs Eliminate Salary Increases - The Gap with Europe

A report outlines how rising costs in Greece have overshadowed salary increases, with many workers facing real income loss due to inflation.

Feb 16 • 06:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Man defends huge Tesco weekly food shop after 1 item draws unnecessary attention

A man defended his grocery shopping choices after sharing his £160 weekly Tesco haul, which sparked discussions online about food costs and healthy eating.

Feb 15 • 11:17 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Electricity prices press households: 'Haven't showered at home for a month'

Electricity prices in Sweden are soaring, causing significant financial strain on families, such as Kamilla Olesen's in Niemisel, where costs have tripled.

Feb 13 • 16:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'We left depressing UK for country with 28C winters and pay just £300 rent'

A couple from Staffordshire moved to Hurghada, Egypt, seeking better weather and lower rent costs.

Feb 13 • 08:36 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Pride Is Expensive - Bushiri Tells Malawi's Youth to Drop Ego and Work Hard

Shepherd Bushiri urges Malawian youth to abandon pride and actively seek work opportunities amid rising unemployment and living costs.

Feb 13 • 07:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Trump plans to reduce some tariffs on steel and aluminum, according to the ‘Financial Times’

President Trump is looking to reduce tariffs on certain steel and aluminum products amid rising living costs affecting his approval ratings, as reported by the Financial Times.

Feb 13 • 05:54 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Live like a poor person, pay like a rich one! We're dissecting utility bills

A Latvian tenant expresses outrage over high utility bills in a small apartment, questioning the fairness of the costs compared to larger living spaces.

Feb 12 • 22:00 UTC

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