8 h. ago ‘We don’t have enough to eat, to live’: how Milei’s ‘chainsaw’ cuts are driving homelessness in Argentina

Those hit hard by far-right leader’s zero-deficit policies fear worse to come after his election winArgentinians and tourists walking the streets of Buenos Aires are used to the large rubbish containers placed beneath the neoclassical and art nouveau buildings of the country’s capital and wealthiest city.A more observant passerby, however, might notice a recent addition: a red warning placed by the city government reading “Danger, do not enter”, accompanied by a pictogram showing a person halfway inside. Continue reading...

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3 d. ago ‘You’re either poor or rich’: the Argentinians struggling under Milei’s chainsaw austerity

Despite falling inflation, a majority are failing to make ends meet as wages and purchasing power have nosedivedFrancisco Jiménez spends at least eight hours a day, seven days a week, riding through the streets of Buenos Aires as a delivery app rider, yet he still struggles to make ends meet.Next month, the 32-year-old will have to leave his rented house on the outskirts of Argentina’s capital and move with his wife and three children into his mother-in-law’s flat because he can no longer afford the rent. Continue reading...

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7 d. ago Aids cuts will help drive ‘lost decade’ for progress across the globe, UN warns

Global conflicts, pushback on climate action, and a retrenchment from values of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) are also all seen as key threats to global development

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7 d. ago Fernando Alonso slams FIA stewards and hints at future change of approach

While numerous drivers cut the corner at turn two in Sunday’s Mexico GP, the moves went unpunished

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7 d. ago George Russell demands F1 track is changed as Brit left fuming by Max Verstappen

The British F1 star was left fuming after the Mexico Grand Prix as several drivers were able to cut the opening chicane without any punishment, including Max Verstappen

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8 d. ago Craig David performs Just Eat hit live for lucky cafe customers

The garage legend will sing the 'Every Neighbour Got Their Flava' hit live for the first time in Johnnies Cafe in Camberwell, south east London, on Thursday November 13th

Economics

1 week ago Verstappen has great chance to close F1 gap on happy hunting ground

Cut-throat Red Bull driver will relish McLaren duo chase in Mexico City where he has won five of the last seven racesEnjoying a late surge out of the final bend, Max Verstappen is looming large in the mirrors of his championship rivals. The Dutchman is a threat beyond his formidable pace. An ominous, unsettling presence whose singular determination carries a weight of its own and at this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix he will be hoping to put the hammer down once more.Having all but written off his chances by mid-season, Verstappen and team Red Bull have orchestrated a striking comeback. In closing down a 104-point gap to the championship leader, Oscar Piastri, to just 40 points in the space of four races, the defending champion has left Piastri and his McLaren teammate, Lando Norris, as prey in his paws. Continue reading...

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1 week ago Hamilton issues warning to McLaren as Verstappen roars into F1 title fight

Cut-throat Red Bull driver will relish McLaren duo chase in Mexico City where he has won five of the last seven racesEnjoying a late surge out of the final bend, Max Verstappen is looming large in the mirrors of his championship rivals. The Dutchman is a threat beyond his formidable pace. An ominous, unsettling presence whose singular determination carries a weight of its own and at this weekend’s Mexican Grand Prix he will be hoping to put the hammer down once more.Having all but written off his chances by mid-season, Verstappen and Red Bull have orchestrated a striking comeback. In closing down a 104-point gap to the championship leader, Oscar Piastri, to just 40 in the space of four races, the defending champion has left Piastri and his McLaren teammate, Lando Norris, as prey in his paws. Continue reading...

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1 week ago A9 dualling: Drivers warned of delays from traffic lights and speed limit cut to 30mph

Restrictions to last for two weeks in November

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2 w. ago Drivers would see annual bills rise by £100 if Chancellor allows 5p

The Road Haulage Association says the end of the 5p cut would trigger a £7.3billion jump in household living costs between now and 2029.

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2 w. ago A waiting list of thousands, and just five new homes for social rent: this city shows the depth of Britain’s housing crisis | John Harris

Liverpool was once praised for its tolerance, but housing shortages are driving fearful, unsettling behaviours – and people are blaming outsidersHere is the dream, if you can afford it: gleaming apartments, close to Liverpool’s waterfront, complete with penthouse swimming pools with views of the north Wales mountains, and sumptuous rooftop gardens. They are mostly bought by investors who then rent them to local professionals: three years ago, a report on early sales of flats in one development said that 40% of early buyers were from Australia, China or Singapore.Ten minutes’ walk away, you can witness a very different spectacle. Every Monday night, a charity called Liverpool In Arms hands out food in the city centre, to queues of people. Some are homeless; others have a house or flat to live in, but can’t afford to eat. While I was reporting on the city’s housing crisis for the Guardian’s video series Anywhere But Westminster, I watched its volunteers in action for the best part of ...

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4 w. ago Cops desperately try to save woman, 24, from her burning Tesla... but weren't able to rescue her in time

Julie Eibinder, 24, was cut off by an SUV driver while driving in North Miami Beach. The vehicles collided and Eibinder's Tesla struck a pole, causing it to erupt into flames.

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last month Martin Scorsese ‘not proud of his behaviour’ while making Taxi Driver

Director reflects on the dramatic outburst sparked by a studio ordering him to cut the famous ending to his movie ‘Taxi Driver’

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