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1 week ago

Only 5% of retirees say they're 'living the dream' and 19% are 'living the nightmare.' Here are 3 lessons to protect your future

According to Schroders' 2025 US Retirement Survey, 19% of retirees are 'struggling' or 'living the nightmare' while just 5% said they were 'living the dream'.
Retirement
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fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Japan votes in a key election as Prime Minister Ishiba faces a possible loss

Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba's coalition is facing potential defeat in an election for the upper house of Japan's Diet, which could worsen political instability.
US news
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

British politics is in a loop and it's Farage's vision that's stuck on repeat | John Harris

Nigel Farage's proposals for reindustrialization in Wales reveal a simplistic approach to complex socioeconomic issues.
Portland food
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Playwright Lynn Nottage pores over loss of jobs, identity in 'Sweat'

The play "Sweat" explores the complex dynamics of relationships amid economic struggles affecting blue-collar workers.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Democratic Congressman Running for Senate Refuses to Say If He'll Vote for Chuck Schumer as Leader

Krishnamoorthi emphasized the need for Democrats to improve their brand and acknowledge that many Americans feel the American dream is slipping away.
NYC politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Japan farm minister Taku Eto quits after gaffe over free rice

Eto's resignation reflects a significant disconnect from the public's struggles with rising rice prices.
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago

This Restaurant Customer's Tariff-Induced Meltdown Perfectly Captures How Misinformed People Are

The customer is often wrong, particularly on complex issues like tariffs.
Canada news
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Canada's new leader is bad for Canada - and the US

The Liberal Party, led by Mark Carney, is expected to perpetuate policies contributing to economic stagnation and social issues in Canada.
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Romania election 2025: Results, who's standing and what's at stake?

Romania's presidential election is a do-over amid claims of Russian interference, prompting a political crisis and influencing voter sentiment regarding economic issues.
US Elections
fromFast Company
3 months ago

May Day protests: 70,000 expected at worker rallies in all 50 states as Trump marks 100 days in office. Here's what to know

Nationwide protests are escalating against the Trump Administration, driven by economic dissatisfaction and social issues.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Fox's Hottest New Columnists? Democratic Lawmakers

Democratic lawmakers are engaging with Fox News to reach wider audiences and address economic issues, defying traditional partisan boundaries.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

The uniting theme of Trump's presidency? Ineptitude | Robert Reich

Democrats struggle with how to counter Trump's focus on mass deportations versus economic issues.
Trump's administration is reportedly chaotic, with serious missteps at the Pentagon and other federal agencies.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Greg Casar Pitches a Resistance 2.0' for Democrats in the Age of Trump

Greg Casar aims to refocus the Democratic Party on economic issues to regain support from working-class individuals.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Trinidad and Tobago voters head to polls for wildly unpredictable election

Trinidad and Tobago's parliamentary election is seen as highly unpredictable due to crime levels and economic issues.
fromIntelligencer
3 months ago

What We Learned From Trump's Secret-Filled Time Interview

Trump acknowledges Time magazine after a previous public statement casting doubt on its existence.
In a recent interview, Trump revealed details on trade deals and made claims about his cognitive health.
The report highlights the mixed state of grocery prices and energy costs despite claims of reduction.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

Sinead Ryan: Why getting Granny to 'right-size' will not solve the housing crisis and ministers know this

The chronic housing shortage is a deliberate government decision, not an accident or crisis.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

What to Know About Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre, Battling to Become Canada's Next Leader

Two candidates, Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre, are primarily contending for leadership in Canada’s upcoming elections, as economic issues from Trump's tariffs loom large.
Canada news
fromConsequence
3 months ago

Wendy's Roasted Katy Perry for Space Flight - Then Chickened Out

We weren't just taking up space, we were making space for the future.
Women in technology
fromPage Six
4 months ago

Lauren Sanchez and her hand-picked all-female team will make history on space flight - and scientists say it's a good thing

Lauren Sánchez will launch into space with an all-female team, sparking debate about the appropriateness amidst economic struggles.
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