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China Eases Residency Rules for Migrant Worker BenefitsSemafor
world3 days agoDeveloping

China Eases Residency Rules for Migrant Worker Benefits

Beijing changed rules on Friday that had required migrant workers to claim social insurance benefits in their home regions. The change affects nearly 400 million people who work in cities but previously faced barriers to coverage.

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EU Energy Crisis Raises Poverty and Social Exclusion RisksFrance 24
world7 days ago

EU Energy Crisis Raises Poverty and Social Exclusion Risks

The European Union faces growing threats of poverty and social exclusion as energy prices remain elevated. Officials are prioritizing social policies amid competing demands from competitiveness, defense, and security agendas.

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Wealthiest 1% of Americans Gained More Than Bottom 50% Over Past 25 Yearsfrance24.com
finance49 days ago

Wealthiest 1% of Americans Gained More Than Bottom 50% Over Past 25 Years

A report indicates that the top 1% of Americans by wealth have experienced greater increases in wealth compared to the bottom 50% over the last 25 years. This disparity is based on data analyzed by NBC News. The findings highlight trends in income and asset distribution in the Un…

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