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poverty

Christmas Message: Pope Leo's Call to Welcome the Needy

December 25, 2025

Pope Leo, the first pope from the United States, delivered a powerful message during a Christmas Eve Mass at St. Peter's Basilica. He emphasized that rejecting the poor and strangers is like turning away from God. This idea was central to his sermon, which drew parallels between the birth of Jesus i

education

Atlanta's Uneven School Ground: A Look at the Divide

December 3, 2025

Atlanta's schools show a stark contrast. Midtown High School and Booker T. Washington High School are both in Atlanta, but they're worlds apart. Midtown has fewer students living in poverty and more advanced classes. Booker T. Washington has more students in need and fewer resources. This isn't jus

finance

The Hidden Truth About Financial Struggle

November 24, 2025

A recent discussion has sparked a debate about what it truly means to be financially stable. While markets seem to be on a steady rise, with the New York Fed president hinting at potential rate cuts, one strategist has shifted the focus to a more pressing issue: the real cost of living in America.

health

Life After Lockdown: How COVID-19 Hit the Poor Hardest in Bangladesh

November 20, 2025

The COVID-19 pandemic left a deep mark on mental health, especially for those living in poverty. In the bustling slums of Southwest Bangladesh, people faced a tough time. Many struggled with anxiety, depression, and stress after the pandemic. Researchers talked to 404 people in these areas. They fo

opinion

Putting People First: A Smarter Way to Tackle Climate Change

November 14, 2025

In the middle of the Amazon, a big meeting is happening. It's called COP30. Bill Gates, a well-known philanthropist, has something important to say. He thinks these climate meetings should focus more on helping people. Instead of just talking about cutting emissions or lowering temperatures. For ma

education

New Mexico Takes a Big Step: Free Child Care for Everyone

November 2, 2025

New Mexico has done something no other state in the U. S. has done before. It now offers free child care to all families, no matter how much they earn. This big move aims to help the state's economy and improve its low rankings in education and child welfare. To make this happen, New Mexico is givi

education

New Mexico's Bold Move: Free Child Care for Everyone

November 1, 2025

New Mexico has taken a big step by becoming the first state in the U. S. to offer free child care to all families. This isn't just about helping parents save money. It's also about improving education and lifting families out of poverty. The state is investing heavily to make this happen, including

politics

Oswego County's Struggle: When Politics Hits Home

October 29, 2025

Oswego County is feeling the heat of the government shutdown. It's not just about politics; it's about real people and their daily struggles. The county already has a high poverty rate, and this shutdown is making things worse. It's putting essential services at risk, like food assistance, healthcar

opinion

Elon Musk's Vision: Robots Over Poverty

October 26, 2025

Elon Musk, the world's richest person, recently shared his thoughts on poverty during Tesla's latest earnings call. He believes that robots, like Tesla's Optimus, could one day eliminate poverty and provide top-notch medical care for everyone. Musk envisions a future where robots handle all the work

politics

How Welfare Changes Are Making Life Tougher for Families

July 6, 2025

The government's recent change of heart on welfare reforms has put a wrench in the works for future spending decisions. Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson didn't promise to eliminate the two-child benefit limit, saying it would be expensive. She did say the government is looking at all options t