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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Researchers: This phenomenon is not recognized in Finland - affects up to 300,000 homes

A study reveals that up to 300,000 homes in Finland may suffer from energy poverty due to high energy costs and low incomes, particularly affecting single-person households and those with many children.

Mar 23 • 07:28 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The challenge of reducing inequality and poverty

The article discusses the priority of addressing inequality and poverty as a pressing issue rooted in historical and social conditions, highlighting the economic disparities between urban and rural populations in Mexico.

Mar 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Liberalism: From Economics to Politics

The article explores liberalism as a political ideology rooted in individual freedoms and rights, discussing its historical development and criticisms.

Mar 22 • 05:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Narciso,' by Jefferson De, is Inspired by 'Get Out' and is the Director's Best Film

The film 'Narciso', directed by Jefferson De, explores themes of acceptance amid societal issues like racism and inequality.

Mar 21 • 16:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Asta Leppä's column: Does a child need a VIP ticket to be happy?

A column discusses the implications of introducing VIP tickets for children's events, highlighting concerns over social inequality and its normalization.

Mar 21 • 04:45 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In Quintana Roo, nearly 30,000 Mexican women receive the Women Wellbeing Pension: Ariadna Montiel

Ariadna Montiel announced that nearly 30,000 women in Quintana Roo are beneficiaries of the Women Wellbeing Pension as part of social programs aimed at combating inequality in Mexico.

Mar 21 • 04:16 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

It takes 44 minutes by S-train to travel from massive villas with shaped hedges to concrete buildings overlooking Kebab House

The article contrasts the affluent neighborhood of Holte with the demographics of nearby areas, highlighting the stark differences in living conditions.

Mar 19 • 18:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In Manaus, founder of the Central Única das Favelas launches book about trafficking as a reflection of inequalities

Celso Athayde, founder of the Central Única das Favelas, launched his new book 'Humanos' in Manaus, focusing on the relationship between drug trafficking and social inequalities.

Mar 19 • 16:12 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Finns Party Questions Subsidies for Purchasing Romani Skirts

The Finns Party is questioning the practice of welfare areas providing supplementary social assistance for the purchase of Romani skirts, highlighting a perceived inequality compared to other groups.

Mar 18 • 08:58 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Social Inequality: Deep and Well Protected

Social inequality in Mexico remains persistent, exacerbated by the government's refusal to implement effective redistributive fiscal policies.

Mar 18 • 07:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Negative Trend Reversal: The Mental Health of Students is Again Deteriorating

A recent study reveals that mental health among students in Germany has worsened, with one in four students experiencing psychological distress, particularly those from low-income families.

Mar 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Jesús Calleja: "I don't know any great explorer in the world who has a stable partner"

Spanish adventurer Jesús Calleja reflects on happiness, social inequality, and the importance of Europe as a beacon of freedom.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Is it possible to predict war? A conversation about the causes and consequences of war with sociologist Māris Brants

Sociologist Māris Brants discusses the study of war sociology and its relevance to understanding social inequality and conflict.

Mar 15 • 11:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Peru: She dies, he simply drives on

A wealthy student in Lima fatally struck a female athlete with his SUV and drove away, highlighting issues of social justice and accountability in Peru.

Mar 15 • 10:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

An elite of heirs is consolidating in China

China's rapid economic growth has led to a significant wealth accumulation, but the upcoming intergenerational transfer is poised to exacerbate inequality and privilege.

Mar 15 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

IOTR: Íñigo Onieva is Right

The article discusses the pervasive atmosphere of xenophobia manifesting among young adults in urban environments like Madrid.

Mar 15 • 00:21 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Javier Gil, the researcher of the 'tenant generation': 'The State is not helping the population, its intervention generates the opposite'

Javier Gil discusses the speculative nature of the global real estate economy and criticizes government interventions that prioritize financial markets over social welfare.

Mar 13 • 22:58 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Having the same rights does not guarantee the same freedom

The article discusses how equal rights do not equate to equal freedom of choice due to the influence of social norms on what is deemed possible or acceptable.

Mar 13 • 15:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The enormous regional inequality in dependency: from 559 days of waiting in Murcia to 113 in Castilla and León

A report highlights significant regional disparities in Spain's dependency assistance system, with wait times for benefits varying dramatically between regions.

Mar 13 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

An Unusual Political Debate Has Begun in China. It Concerns Inequality

China's recent political meeting highlighted ambitious plans for military spending and AI leadership, but proposed modest increases to social support for vulnerable citizens raise concerns about inequality.

Mar 13 • 10:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Truly Universal Healthcare

Spain's government has enacted a decree to ensure universal access to public healthcare, including coverage for undocumented immigrants.

Mar 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

SF Candidate: The Social Democrats' Health Proposal is Insane in Several Ways. It is Difficult to Determine Which is Worst

A candidate from the Socialist People's Party criticizes the Social Democrats' health proposal, arguing that it is flawed and overlooks the pressing issue of inequality in healthcare.

Mar 12 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The new social agenda of Vorcaro

A millionaire businessman from São Paulo, Daniel Vorcaro, sold his mansion on Avenida Paulista to a construction company, demanding a luxury apartment in the new building as part of the deal.

Mar 11 • 11:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

8M: The Debt of Social Security and the 'Tax' of Being a Woman

INEGI's recent report reveals a significant decline in access to health services in Mexico, particularly affecting women, correlating with persistent gender disparities.

Mar 11 • 09:27 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Psychiatry, inequality, and obesity medicine: Health profiles in the election debate

Health issues have not featured prominently in the election campaign, but a debate with health politicians highlights several vital topics, including tobacco tax and regional economic balance.

Mar 11 • 03:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

New figures: Nearly 3,000 families can receive both food subsidies and be hit by new wealth tax

Approximately 2,900 wealthy Danish families may simultaneously qualify for food subsidies while facing a new wealth tax introduced by the Social Democrats.

Mar 10 • 01:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Cultural Root of Gender Inequality

The approval of expanded paternity leave in Brazil's Senate marks a significant step toward balancing parental responsibilities, yet it arrives late to a conversation that has been ongoing globally for decades.

Mar 9 • 19:32 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Quote of the Day, by Jane Addams: "The greatest obstacle to civilization is poverty"

Jane Addams emphasizes that poverty is the most significant barrier to a civilized society, as it undermines education, health, security, and democratic participation.

Mar 9 • 10:11 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

If the Social Democrats want to fight inequality, they should forget about wealth tax and start with property gains

The Danish Social Democrats' proposal includes a wealth tax for the richest 1% to combat inequality, but suggestions are made to focus instead on addressing property gains.

Mar 9 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Your Excellency the Judge

The article discusses the concerns of a first-instance judge regarding her lack of a state-provided vehicle compared to judges in higher courts.

Mar 8 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Women Farmers Balance Between Resilience and Inequality

Women in agriculture play a crucial role in food production and social cohesion but face enduring structural inequalities despite their contributions.

Mar 8 • 05:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

AI and a Future of (Dis)Gender Inequality

The article discusses how artificial intelligence reflects and reproduces existing gender inequalities due to its reliance on data from an asymmetric society.

Mar 7 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The democracy we build without society

In a recent conference, Dan Slater challenged the conventional view that economic development naturally leads to democracy, emphasizing the importance of social distribution of wealth.

Mar 6 • 09:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maré do Saber Pre-University Course Offers Free Preparation for the Enem in São Luís

The Maré do Saber pre-university course in São Luís provides free preparation for the Enem exam, targeting community youths and adults to enhance their chances of entering higher education.

Mar 5 • 21:11 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Protests at the Saeima for Healthcare Accessibility

The youth organization 'Protests' is staging a demonstration at the Saeima to demand the Latvian government ensure accessible, state-funded healthcare.

Mar 5 • 05:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Last Shah of Iran: A Regime Marked by Extreme Opulence, Waste, and a Deadly Social Abyss

The article discusses the stark contrasts of the last Shah's regime in Iran, highlighting the opulence of the ruling dynasty against the backdrop of widespread poverty and social unrest leading to its downfall in 1979.

Mar 4 • 18:48 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Algorithmic Bias and the European Law

The article discusses the issue of algorithmic bias and its implications, highlighting that algorithms can produce unfair results due to inherent biases in design and data.

Mar 3 • 13:45 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The slow agony of Iran's oilocratic theocracy

Iran is portrayed as a capitalist state that employs religion as a control mechanism, exacerbating social inequality.

Feb 28 • 18:42 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

How Mette Frederiksen's seven-year proposal against inequality has progressed

Mette Frederiksen's campaign against economic inequality unfolds amidst criticism of her previous proposals' implementation.

Feb 27 • 20:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Here’s how Mette Frederiksen’s seven-year-old proposal against inequality has progressed

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has renewed her campaign against economic inequality, revealing that only a minority of the proposals from 2019 have been implemented.

Feb 27 • 20:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Seven years ago, she also declared war on inequality with 17 concrete proposals: What has actually happened?

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has launched her re-election campaign by prioritizing economic inequality, echoing promises made in 2019, while acknowledging that only a minority of previous proposals have been implemented.

Feb 27 • 20:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

After nearly seven years in the Prime Minister's Office: Mette Frederiksen needs to fulfill central parts of her plan against inequality

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen is facing criticism for failing to implement key proposals aimed at reducing economic inequality, despite previously pledging to address this issue as she calls for a wealth tax.

Feb 27 • 20:04 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Behind Kim Jong Un's Proud 'Achievements' at the Party Congress: A South Korean Expert Analyzes Local Information

Kim Jong Un's claims of progress at the 9th Party Congress are scrutinized by experts who reveal significant disparities between the official narrative and the lived experiences of North Korean citizens.

Feb 27 • 07:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Alleged New Hampshire country club shooter said he was targeting wealthy ‘elites’: report

A New Hampshire man allegedly confessed to a shooting at a country club, claiming he targeted wealthy individuals to retaliate against social inequality.

Feb 26 • 23:04 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Police action at school in Helsinge concluded

Reactions to the Social Democrats' proposal for a 0.5 percent tax on assets over 25 million kroner vary widely, with business leaders calling it harmful and inequality advocates supporting it.

Feb 26 • 20:10 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Police are massively present at school in North Zealand

Reactions to the Social Democrats' proposal for a 0.5% tax on fortunes over 25 million kroner vary widely, highlighting a divide between business leaders and social advocacy groups.

Feb 26 • 17:14 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

REP RO KHANNA: We need a new tech social contract to reclaim AI from billionaires

Rep. Ro Khanna advocates for a new tech social contract to combat wealth inequality and ensure democratic control over AI during a speech at Stanford University alongside Bernie Sanders.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

The Social Democrats' Proposal for a Wealth Tax Causes Division

The Social Democrats' proposed 0.5% wealth tax on fortunes over 25 million kroner has sparked mixed reactions ranging from disapproval to support.

Feb 26 • 13:37 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

The Social Democrats are running for election on a wealth tax: Criticism says it is a populist and irresponsible proposal

The Danish Social Democrats, led by Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen, propose a wealth tax targeting the richest citizens to reduce inequality ahead of the upcoming election, facing criticism for being populist.

Feb 26 • 12:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Mette Frederiksen Calls for Parliamentary Election

Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has announced that a parliamentary election will be held on March 24.

Feb 26 • 10:44 UTC

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