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29 Nov 2024
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GB News: Winter Fuel Payment update: Pension Credit claims soar but 'more than half unsuccessful' in energy bill blow
Pension Credit applications in the UK have surged nearly 150% since Labour's announcement to means test the Winter Fuel Payment, but over half of processed claims were unsuccessful. Only 5% of eligible pensioners are receiving the energy bill benefit, with significant processing delays reported.
The Department for Work and Pensions has added staff to manage the influx of applications, but the rejection rate remains high, causing concern among charities and opposition parties. Critics argue that the government's approach fails to adequately support vulnerable pensioners during a cold snap.
Le Monde: Ireland is rich. Why do the Irish feel like living in a half-developed country?
Greystones, a coastal town near Dublin, has seen a 20% population increase since 2016, driven by middle-class families seeking affordable housing. Local residents express concerns over healthcare access and a housing crisis, with many young people leaving Ireland due to high living costs.
Despite its economic growth, fueled by EU membership and foreign investment, Ireland faces challenges in healthcare and housing as it prepares for the upcoming general election. The country, now one of the wealthiest by GDP per capita, is grappling with the effects of a housing shortage and rising living expenses.
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Breitbart: The Lost History of Thanksgiving: Our National Celebration of The 'Good Old Way'
Thanksgiving, an American holiday with roots in New England, was shaped by figures like George Washington and Abraham Lincoln. However, Hannah Mather Crocker, a lesser-known early advocate, contributed significantly through her 1813 sermon that emphasized American exceptionalism and gratitude.
Crocker’s sermon called for a revival of faith in America’s greatness, contrasting it with the turmoil abroad. She celebrated the nation’s unique treatment of Jews and urged citizens to embrace Thanksgiving as a day of prayer and gratitude, reinforcing the holiday's connection to American identity.