US child tax credit success prompts UK policy review
American families in Fairfax County benefit from expanded child tax credits as experts debate potential UK adoption of similar poverty-reduction measures.
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Labour’s Pension Credit overhaul targets elderly poverty
The Labour Party has unveiled plans to reform Pension Credit, aiming to lift thousands of elderly citizens out of poverty. Critics argue the changes may strain public finances.
Elderly woman left bruised after violent mugging
A pensioner was brutally attacked and robbed in broad daylight, leaving her with severe bruising. Police are hunting the assailant as the community demands action.
Taxing JobSeeker super may increase poverty: Vinnies
A new report by St Vincent de Paul highlights the risks of taxing JobSeeker superannuation, warning it could deepen financial hardship for vulnerable Australians.
Pension age rise risks poverty for millions
Raising the UK state pension age risks plunging millions into financial hardship, with vulnerable groups facing severe economic strain, according to new analysis.
Gen X Faces Retirement Poverty Crisis
A new report reveals that Generation X is heading towards a retirement crisis, with many at risk of poverty due to financial instability and lack of savings.
Labour pledges pension reforms to fight poverty
Labour announces bold plans to address pensioner poverty, promising reforms to ensure financial security for retirees.
UK cuts foreign aid to African nations
The UK government has significantly reduced foreign aid to African nations, sparking debate over the impact on poverty and development.
Geldof slams Blair over broken Africa promises
Music legend and activist Bob Geldof has launched a scathing attack on former PM Tony Blair, accusing him of abandoning the goals of the Commission for Africa and failing millions in need.
Starmer vows to tackle child poverty in UK
Labour leader Keir Starmer outlines plans to reduce child poverty during a session with the Commons Liaison Committee, emphasising urgent action and policy reforms.
Starmer pledges to cut child poverty before next election
Labour leader Keir Starmer has committed to reducing child poverty in the UK before the next general election, outlining plans to address inequality and support vulnerable families.
Labour MP demands action on poverty ahead of election
Labour MP Debbie Abrahams urges Keir Starmer to tackle poverty head-on as the party gears up for potential governance, highlighting the urgent need for policy reforms.
UK faces 'tsunami of pensioner poverty' as crisis deepens
Experts warn of a looming crisis as pensioner poverty surges, with rising living costs and inadequate support pushing retirees into financial distress.
Castro's Grandson Enrages Cubans with Luxury Posts
The party-loving grandson of communist leader Fidel Castro has enraged poverty-stricken Cubans by flaunting his luxury lifestyle on social media.
Starmer questioned over childhood poverty claims
Labour leader Keir Starmer faces tough questions about his claims of growing up in poverty, as critics demand proof of his working-class roots.
UK food poverty crisis deepens as costs soar
A growing number of Brits are skipping meals or relying on cheap, unhealthy options due to rising costs. Experts warn of a deepening crisis.
Usyk: From poverty to boxing greatness
Oleksandr Usyk opens up about his humble beginnings and how childhood poverty shaped his path to becoming a boxing legend ahead of his rematch with Daniel Dubois.
From stability to food banks: A mother's struggle
A single mother shares her heartbreaking journey from a stable income to depending on food banks, highlighting the UK's growing cost-of-living crisis.
Starmer urges Chancellor to act on child poverty
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has called on the Chancellor to implement urgent measures to address rising child poverty, warning of long-term damage to children's health and education.
Child poverty at 'unbearable' levels warn UK doctors
Leading paediatricians warn of an 'unbearable' child poverty crisis in the UK, with soaring malnutrition and hospital admissions linked to deprivation.
Badenoch faces Tory backlash over two-child benefit cap
Business Secretary Kemi Badenoch sparks controversy by defending the two-child benefit cap, as internal Tory dissent grows over its impact on poverty.
LA homelessness surges 12% in new report
A recent report highlights the worsening homelessness crisis in Los Angeles County, with rising numbers and systemic challenges. Read the full analysis.
UK's disabled community struggles with food poverty
As food poverty rises, disabled individuals in the UK are disproportionately affected. Experts argue systemic neglect and policy gaps are to blame.
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