What the researchers call "plumbing poverty" was once a problem in mostly rural areas, but is increasingly found in U.S.

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A human rights organisation is taking legal action against Northern Ireland's regional government for failing to meet a ...

Children born into poor families are more likely to exhibit aggressive, impulsive behaviors throughout childhood, according to a new study from the University of Georgia.

Billionaires' wealth soared in 2024, a top anti-poverty group said ahead of an annual gathering in Davos, Switzerland of some ...

Race and education level are involved, but there are differences among the two groups, according to a new study.

The world economy is growing steadily in the face of global conflict, protectionist trade policies and high interest rates.

Poverty rates have also plunged during that time, dropping from 13.3% to around 3.5% after adjusting for inflation. But the ...

Living with persistent poverty and/or parental mental illness throughout childhood may double the risk of carrying and/or ...

Ayana Lakiba McClinton, 31, was arrested on child endangerment charges. She pleaded not guilty Thursday, with her attorney saying she attempted to walk to a hotel with her children as it started ...

MIAMI - For nearly 30 years, Touching Miami with Love has been a vital resource for communities in Overtown and West Homestead. The nonprofit serves nearly 400 students every weekday and throughout ...

Two dozen advocates appealed to the Democratic governor to beef up state support for anti-poverty programs in her coming ...