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Mississippi House advances Medicaid expansion with work requirements

The Mississippi House of Representatives passed H.B. 1725 on February 28, 2024, which would expand Medicaid eligibility for people who earn up to 138% of the federal poverty level and meet work requirements.

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Poverty is deepening in modern Britain – but will economic growth be the solution?

Official figures will trouble Rishi Sunak during an election year as millions found to be struggling

The Guardian - UK

You’ve heard stories of poverty in Britain. Now here’s the irrefutable evidence of a society failing its poorest

Figures show even ‘absolute poverty’ is getting worse. The safety net has been shredded, says Tom Clark, contributing editor of Prospect magazine

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300,000 more UK children fell into absolute poverty at height of cost of living crisis

Nearly fifth of population struggled with basic needs, it emerges, as charities accuse government of failing poorest

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Where to start with: Buchi Emecheta

The Nigerian author of Second Class Citizen wrote from real-life experience about the universal problems of poverty and oppression that could be the burdens of women everywhere

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'Real Suffering and Poverty Is Not An Exhibit to Enjoy': Tourist Slammed For 'Enjoying' Mumbai Slum Tours

Western tourists are increasingly being criticised for documenting poverty and low income communities during their travels.

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Violence, homelessness, and women’s mental health

There needs to be case for situating mental illness and related symptoms within a life frame

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How essential are free school meals?

"As of 2023, several states have implemented their own universal free school meals policies"

Salon

Government urged to tackle poverty to help the NHS

Healthcare delays in deprived communities mean greater need for expensive emergency treatment, research finds

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s about giving them dignity’: how Tees Valley schools are taking on poverty

Pupils’ lack of food and sleep is leading one education trust in northern England to focus more on families

The Guardian - UK

‘Desperate neglect’: teachers washing clothes and finding beds as poverty grips England’s schools

Schools risk being overwhelmed by hungry, exhausted children from freezing homes, headteachers and campaigners warn

The Guardian - UK

Economics of Period Products: Top 5 Countries Where Menstruating is Expensive

The financial burden of having a period varies worldwide, pushing as many as 500 women into period poverty.

International Business Times UK

Has poverty really dropped to 5% in India?

Has poverty really dropped to 5% in India? The Hindu Parley Podcast discusses the question

The Hindu

Failure to insulate UK homes costing thousands of lives a year, says report

Analysis finds 58 people have died due to cold homes every winter day since 2013 Tory pledge to ‘cut the green crap’

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WEKU

Every new mom in this U.S. city is now getting cash aid for a year

Flint, Mich., aims to be a model for wiping out deep poverty during a crucial time for child development. The new benefits start during pregnancy to encourage prenatal care.

The Hindu

Indiramma Abhayam scheme will be a boon for the poor in the State, says Y. S. Sharmila

The Indiramma Abhayam scheme designed by the Congress will be a boon for the inflation-battered below poverty line population in the State, said Andhra Pradesh Congress Committee president Y.S. Sharmila

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13 Celebs Known For Their Cheap Habits: From Coupons To Worn Mattresses

There are some celebrities who collect McDonald's coupons and even sleep on worn-out mattresses despite the billions in their bank account. The post 13 Celebs Known For Their Cheap Habits: From Coupons To Worn Mattresses first appeared on Bored Panda.

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Environmental row over ‘last chance tourism’ in Canada’s melting Arctic

Cruise ships offer crucial income to poverty-hit village of Pond Inlet but opponents say it is vicious cycle

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Ex-miners die in poverty as government takes pension funds, say campaigners

On strikes’ 40th anniversary, campaign says £4.2bn taken from scheme under deal that gives government 50% of surplus funds

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Argentina's Barrios Struggle With Rising Poverty Amid Austerity Measures

Explore the impact of rising poverty rates in Argentina's barrios amidst austerity measures by Milei.

WEKU

Places across the U.S. are testing no-strings cash as part of the social safety net

The idea got a boost from the pandemic, when an array of cash relief helped cut child poverty and keep people housed. Researchers are studying how much money, for how long, may have lasting impact.

The Guardian - UK

After 14 years of Tory cruelty, here are three ways Labour could use the benefits system to bring about good

Keir Starmer’s party could end child poverty, ditch cruel work capability assessments – and replace the failing DWP, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan

The Guardian - UK

Worst-off find it harder than well-off to access NHS care, survey finds

Exclusive: findings raise concerns over ‘two-tier service’ with poorer people also feeling less heard by medics

International Business Times UK

$360b Investment Needed Yearly To Achieve Gender Equality, UN Report

UN Women have warned that more than one in five women and girls are at risk of living in extreme poverty by 2030.

Dynamite News

India has officially eliminated 'extreme poverty'

India has now officially eliminated 'extreme poverty', which can be seen through the sharp decline in headcount poverty ratio and stark increase in household consumption, American think tank Brookings said in a report. Read further on Dynamite News:

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