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🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Manu Sánchez defends public healthcare in 'Lo de Évole': "I cannot calculate what I have cost the system with my cancer treatment"

Comedian Manu Sánchez discusses the importance of public healthcare in an interview, reflecting on his personal cancer treatment and broader social issues.

Mar 2 • 08:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Failure to take action on toxic suicide forums has cost 133 lives, including my sister's. But a social media ban would only punish teens, not save them'

The article discusses the tragic impact of toxic suicide forums on mental health, highlighting the author's personal loss and advocating for targeted action rather than a blanket social media ban.

Mar 1 • 22:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Does it fit that a wealth tax will cost the state billions? See what happened in Norway

The article discusses the debate in Denmark about the proposed wealth tax amidst concerns that it could drive wealthy individuals to flee the country, referencing similar situations in Norway.

Feb 27 • 16:35 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

New calculations: Mette Frederiksen's "little school" will cost over 12 billion in Copenhagen

New estimates reveal that Mette Frederiksen's proposed "little school" initiative will incur costs of approximately 11.5 billion kroner in Copenhagen, far exceeding the initial budget of six billion kroner allocated by the Social Democrats for related physical changes.

Feb 27 • 01:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Viih Tube loses almost R$ 7,000 in a scam on social media and warns followers

Influencer Viih Tube warns her followers about a scam that cost her nearly R$ 7,000 while trying to sell a sofa online.

Feb 26 • 11:49 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Social partners agree to reduce unemployment benefits after a mutual termination

Social partners in France have reached an agreement to reduce unemployment benefits associated with mutual terminations, aiming for significant cost savings.

Feb 25 • 22:52 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Social Security in Florida: the schedule and how much the payment will be in March 2026

Florida's Social Security recipients have received their payment schedule for March 2026, with amounts reflecting a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment.

Feb 23 • 11:15 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The occupied social centers cost 72 million a year

A significant annual financial burden imposed on the Italian state due to the existence and maintenance of occupied social centers, with the left political faction advocating for their legitimacy.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Decrease in the Age of Criminal Responsibility: A Necessary Reform, But Not at Any Cost

The Argentine Congress has recently approved a bill to reform juvenile criminal responsibility, allowing adolescents as young as 14 to be prosecuted for serious crimes.

Feb 23 • 01:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The Lie in Jeopardy: The High Neurological Cost of Not Telling the Truth

The article discusses the psychological and emotional toll of lying, illustrating how even small lies can lead to increased stress and affect well-being.

Feb 22 • 10:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

VIDEO: Technical glitch cost Chinese content creator nearly 150,000 followers

A Chinese beauty influencer lost approximately 150,000 followers due to a technical glitch during a live stream where a strong filter failed.

Feb 21 • 15:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Official: Social Security payment calendar for March 2026 in New Jersey

The Social Security Administration has released the payment schedule for beneficiaries in New Jersey for March 2026, which includes a cost-of-living adjustment increase of 2.8%.

Feb 21 • 10:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

How expensive is life in San Francisco? Couples follow the 50-50 rule

An Indian woman in San Francisco shared her experience managing expenses with her husband under a 50-50 financial model, which has surprised many social media users.

Feb 21 • 09:39 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
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Reform-run council says free library scheme for refugees ‘is not value for money’

Reform UK has withdrawn Lancashire libraries from a free refugee support scheme, claiming it's not a proper use of taxpayer funds despite the program being cost-free.

Feb 18 • 17:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

New SOTE Minister Wille Rydman on 108 Million Euro Matter: 'We Will Get It Decided'

Wille Rydman has been appointed as Finland's new Minister of Social Affairs and Health, emphasizing the importance of securing services during challenging financial times while addressing a 108 million euro cost-saving challenge left unresolved by his predecessor.

Feb 18 • 17:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Juchelka to Lower Retirement Age. Changes Will Require Up to 127 Billion Annually

The Czech Minister of Labor and Social Affairs, Marian Juchelka, announced plans to lower the retirement age, which is expected to cost the government up to 127 billion Kč annually in social security benefits.

Feb 17 • 07:50 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

When we click 'Sign in with Google or Apple': What we gain, but also the cost we don't calculate

The article discusses the convenience of using social login options like Google or Apple while highlighting the hidden costs of privacy and data sharing.

Feb 9 • 05:03 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Corporate Social Responsibility and CIT: Cost, Relief or Burden

The article discusses the implications of Corporate Income Tax (CIT) in relation to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in Poland.

Feb 9 • 04:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Hikikomori Youth’ Social Cost Estimated at 53 Trillion Won Annually

An analysis indicates that the hidden costs to Korean society from 'hikikomori youth' who isolate themselves at home exceed 53 trillion won annually, highlighting a need for expanded policy support as the number of these youths may increase due to difficulties in job-seeking.

Feb 5 • 11:21 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Insulting Hindu girls cost 'Bhabhi Jaan' heavily, Sameer Nish arrested

Samreen Nisha, a resident of Sultanpur village in Uttar Pradesh, was arrested by the police after a video went viral in which she used derogatory language against Hindu girls, prompting protests from Hindu organizations.

Feb 5 • 10:41 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Olympics, from the opening ceremony to the competitions: how much do tickets cost and how to buy them

There are still tickets available for the opening ceremony of the Olympics, but prices are high, sparking controversy on social media about the affordability for attendees.

Feb 5 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Health as Investment: The Strategic Transition of the Greek Health Market

The Greek health market is at a pivotal point where it must redefine its role as an investment in society and the economy rather than a cost, leveraging technology to enhance productivity and social cohesion.

Feb 4 • 09:18 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The government is not united on how to alleviate the real cost burden on Estonian families

The Estonian government lacks consensus on how to alleviate the actual cost burden on families, with ongoing debates between the government and opposition regarding support and financial security amid inflation.

Feb 3 • 19:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The government's proposal for social and health funding would cost each Helsinki resident 143 euros - A dangerous proposal, says the mayor

Helsinki's Mayor Daniel Sazonov criticizes the government's plan to disproportionately cut state funding for Helsinki, claiming it to be extremely unjust and harmful to the city's services.

Feb 3 • 16:29 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

Ryanair publishes advice on what clothing not to wear during flights

Irish low-cost airline Ryanair has unexpectedly advised social media followers on what clothing passengers should avoid wearing while flying.

Feb 3 • 08:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"I don't think it's right for colleague Söder to just come around with an hour's notice"

Gordon Schnieder, the CDU's leading candidate for the state election in Rhineland-Palatinate, rejects discussions about patient dental cost sharing and increased workload, criticizing the focus on short-term headlines.

Feb 2 • 13:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
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 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Iranian Protests: Between Economic and Social Drivers and Considerations for American Intervention

The recent wave of protests in Iran, which began as a response to economic grievances such as the cost of living and inflation, is increasingly shifting towards political demands amid regional and international complexities.

Jan 15 • 09:40 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Lepore's gifts to the social center

A historical property in Bologna is leased at no cost to a social center, amidst high rental prices in the city.

Jan 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

The high cost of safe social media. A content moderator on their work

The article explores the challenges content moderators face, their impacts on mental health, their fight for better working conditions, and the potential changes AI might bring to their roles.

Jan 8 • 11:47 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The election victory cost the Social Democrats nearly a hundred million

The Social Democrats spent nearly a hundred million Icelandic krónur to secure their best election results in sixteen years during the 2024 parliamentary elections.

Jan 6 • 10:23 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

€50 for a sunbed in Greece, €75 for luxury in Dubai: TikToker compares prices (video)

A TikTok video has sparked intense debate on social media as it compares the costs and amenities of Greek beaches to those abroad.

Jan 4 • 08:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Student shares weekly Tesco food shop but people are gobsmacked by cost

A 23-year-old student sparked online discussion after sharing the cost of their weekly grocery shop at Tesco during the ongoing cost of living crisis.

Dec 31 • 08:50 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

A Russian living in Spain uses public healthcare and opens a debate about the free service: 'It cost me zero euros'

A Russian resident in Spain has sparked a heated debate on social media regarding the cost and provision of public healthcare after her experience of receiving free services.

Dec 30 • 06:30 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

The costs of unemployment rise significantly – citizen income is the biggest block

Unemployment has cost the German state approximately 76.6 billion euros in 2024, the highest in almost a decade, driven by rising unemployment numbers and increased social benefits, particularly the citizen income.

Dec 29 • 12:39 UTC

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