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75% of Americans Think Billionaires Hold Too Much Political Power: Bernie Sanders Says 'We're Taking Them On'

A recent survey shows 75% of Americans believe billionaires and corporations hold too much power in Washington, prompting Bernie Sanders to renew his critique of wealth concentration and economic inequality.

International Business Times UK

Quote of the day by Diogenes: “To one who asked what was the proper time for lunch, he said, 'If a rich man, when you will; if a poor man..." — Greek philosopher's timeless lesson on wealth, hunger, luxury and inequality

Quote of the day by Diogenes: Diogenes' ancient quote “To one who asked what was the proper time for lunch, he said, ‘If a rich man, when you will; if a poor man, when you can" reveals stark differences between the wealthy and the poor. It shows how privilege dictates…

The Economic Times

GTA 6 Developer Accused of Toxic Workplace, From Gender Pay Gap to 'Weaponised' Bonuses

The Rockstar Game Workers Union alleges overtime, pay inequality, and bonus manipulation during GTA 6's development, harming morale and reputation ahead of Grand Theft Auto VI.

International Business Times UK

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Gender pay gap vs pension gap across Europe: Why inequality gets worse in retirement?

The gender pension gap in the EU is more than double the gender pay gap. Experts point to additional factors, including gaps in hours worked and contribution years, which largely result from gender roles and unpaid care work.

Euronews

Quote of the Day by Charles Darwin: “If the misery of the poor be caused not by the laws of nature, but by..."- Inspiring lessons on compassion, social justice, empathy, equality, and what's society's most grotesque sin by the father of evolutionary theory

Charles Darwin's profound words highlight that societal progress is measured by the well-being of its poorest citizens, not its wealthiest. He argued that if human institutions create or perpetuate poverty and inequality, it represents a grave moral failing. This timeless message urges us to examine our systems and take collective…

The Economic Times

Mayor Mamdani Slams Elon Musk Over Wealth 'Hunger' As America's 250th Anniversary Speech Sparks Tesla CEO's Fiery Response: 'He is a Taker, Never a Maker'

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani (D) took aim at Tesla (NASDAQ:TSLA) CEO Elon Musk on Friday, using a speech marking America’s 250th anniversary to spotlight wealth inequality.

Benzinga

Australia’s median wealth falls almost 7% since 2020 despite the rich getting richer, report says

Swiss bank UBS finds ‘growing divide between the wealthiest and the broader population’ as country adds more than 25,000 more millionaires

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Window to control AI is closing and it could widen inequality, UN experts warn

UN warns AI could widen the gap between rich and poor countries in a new report.

Euronews

How extreme heat is exposing extreme inequality

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The Guardian - UK

Rapid spread of AI may worsen global inequality, UN warns

Panel proses shared framework for responsible AI development as adoption grows unevenly across world

The Guardian - US

Could AI create a new form of inequality in South Africa?

Generative artificial intelligence (AI), and especially large language models deployed as chatbots and digital assistants, are now part of everyday digital life.

The Conversation

One Man vs. 165 Million Americans: The Terrifying Wealth Inequality Exposed by Elon Musk's Net Worth

Elon Musk's net worth briefly surpassed $1 trillion in June 2026, spotlighting US wealth inequality as his fortune equalled the combined wealth of nearly half the American population.

International Business Times UK

Inside Andy Burnham's 10-year economic plan: The big changes he says will revive Britain

Labour leadership hopeful Andy Burnham has unveiled a 10-year economic plan aiming for a significant power shift from Whitehall to local leaders. His vision prioritizes devolving control over housing, transport, education, and economic development to metro mayors and local authorities. Burnham argues this decentralization is crucial for reversing sluggish growth,…

The Times of India

Can climate shocks change how people feel about paying taxes?

The Conversation

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‘You've made enough money, now give it away…’: How Warren Buffett, Bill Gates and MacKenzie Scott are inspiring billionaire heirs to donate sooner

The coming decades will see an unprecedented movement of private wealth from one generation to the next. Estimates suggest that around $124 trillion will be inherited by 2048, as reported by Fortune, creating one of the largest financial transitions in recent history. While much of the discussion has centred on…

The Conversation

Blaming migrants ignores the real causes of South Africa’s economic crisis

South Africa is in the midst of its most significant anti-immigrant mobilisation in years.

International Business Times UK

Richer Than 3.8 Billion People Combined: The Terrifying Reality of Elon Musk's Brief Run as a Trillionaire

Elon Musk made history as the world's first trillionaire following the SpaceX IPO, but market volatility quickly brought him back to Earth. Here is what the numbers really mean for wealth inequality.

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s like a furnace’: French struggle with heat-trap homes as climate inequality grows

Many of France’s buildings are not designed for hot weather – and low-income housing estates are suffering the worst

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America’s 'midlife crisis' may not be what we think: A study reveals deeper issues and links middle-aged struggles to these factors

Middle age in the US is increasingly marked by loneliness, stress, and declining well-being, unlike in many European nations where midlife health has improved. Weakening social supports, coupled with rising healthcare costs and income inequality, are identified as key drivers. This trend impacts memory and physical strength, even with higher…

The Guardian - US

Condemned to plutocracy? The relentless rise of US inequality

Elon Musk is a beneficiary of America’s lopsided prosperity – does the country have any appetite for redistribution?

The Guardian - UK

Sweat, tears and camaraderie as 20,000 runners take on world’s largest ultramarathon

For one day every June, South Africa’s searing racial inequality seems to melt away at Comrades race

The National (Scotland)

Elon Musk's trillionaire status is the result of a broken economic system

A TRILLION dollars is usually used to describe the GDP of the largest economies in the world, but now it can equally be applied to the net worth of…

The Conversation

This unsettling book says we live too long – but Australia’s problems lie in power, not age

Australia’s widening generational gap of wealth and inequality could reach record levels within years, suggests recent research. This tension is playing out in national debates over the budget and the housing crisis, as well as provocative new books and films taking aim at baby boomers.

The Guardian - UK

A Fine Idea review – international development drama laden with number-crunching

Despite some strong satire, there is too much telling and not enough showing in Christine Bacon’s play exploring global inequality

The Economic Times

India Inc. is profitable. So why isn’t it investing?

Indian companies are making record profits, but they are not investing in new factories or infrastructure. This is creating fewer jobs and increasing inequality. Unlike China, which invests heavily, Indian businesses are hesitant. This trend risks trapping India in scarcity. Leaders must decide on a path towards mass affluence now.

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