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Economy

Household incomes of young Europeans: France in 11th place, gap with the rest of the population growing across 28 countries

Euronews, based on Eurostat data, compared the median equivalised household income of Europeans aged 18–24: in France it stands at €23,850 against an EU average of €21,482. In 28 of 34 countries, young people live in households with an income below the national median level, and experts warn that the figures distort reality due to late moving out from parents. Euronews, based on Eurostat data, compared the median equivalised household income of Europeans aged 18–24: in France it stands at €23,850 against the EU average of €21,482. In 28 of 34 countries, young people live in households with an income below the national median level, and experts warn that the figures distort reality due to young people moving out of their parents' homes late.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read
Politics

UK government to double funding for homelessness programme by Christmas

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has promised that by Christmas every homeless person in England will be given a route off the streets. On Wednesday the budget will add £432 million to the £442 million already allocated, bringing the total to £874 million. The opposition criticises the plan, pointing to record levels of homelessness and Burnham's record as Mayor of Greater Manchester. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has promised that by Christmas every homeless person in England will be given a route off the streets. On Wednesday the budget will add £432m to the £442m already allocated, bringing the total to £874m. The opposition criticises the plan, pointing to record levels of homelessness and Burnham's record as Mayor of Greater Manchester.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read
Society

Renters' Rights Act has changed the student housing market in England: students gain freedom, landlords warn of rising prices

The Renters' Rights Act, which came into force in May, abolished fixed-term tenancy agreements: students can now move out with two months' notice. Students call this an important flexibility, but landlords warn about the risk of empty homes in summer and possible rent increases. The Renters' Rights Act, which came into force in May, abolished fixed-term tenancy agreements: students can now move out with two months' notice. Students call this an important flexibility, but landlords warn of the risk of empty houses over the summer and possible rent increases.

Otabek Yusupov
5 min read
Politics

UK Budget: more than £1bn for social housing and new powers for mayors

Chancellor John Healey will present his first Budget on Wednesday, which includes more than £1bn for social and affordable housing in England, taking funding for the 10-year housing programme to over £40bn. Mayors and regional leaders will receive more powers and money, including £285m of transitional funding and a new £1.5bn borrowing mechanism from 2028. Support for breweries has also been announced, while defence spending remains a point of dispute between the parties. Chancellor John Healey will present on Wednesday the first budget providing more than £1bn for social and affordable housing in England, bringing funding for the 10-year housing programme to over £40bn. Mayors and regional leaders will receive more powers and money, including £285m in transitional funding and a new £1.5bn borrowing mechanism from 2028. Support for breweries has also been announced, while the question of defence spending remains a point of dispute between the parties.

Aziz Karimov
4 min read
Economy

Trump signs executive order to reduce mortgage and housing costs

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at reducing regulatory barriers in obtaining mortgages and making housing cheaper. The document directs FHFA to launch a pilot program to cancel excessive mortgage insurance, expand the automated title verification program for refinancing, create a manufactured housing task force, and lower rates on direct loans from the Departments of Agriculture and Veterans Affairs.

Sevara Azamova
1 min read
World

OkDiario: 87-year-old Maricarmen, evicted from her Madrid apartment, reportedly served on the board of a real estate investment company, according to the outlet

The conservative Spanish outlet OkDiario, citing an extract from the companies register, reported that Maricarmen, whose eviction from an apartment in Madrid sparked mass protests, was a director of the real estate investment company Jinur S.A. in 1994–1995. The outlet did not confirm her day-to-day activities and does not claim she owned shares or real estate. The reports are unverified, and her circle has not responded.

Javlon Tursunov
3 min read
World

Wave of Protests Sweeps Europe: Housing, Education and Cost of Living

Mass protests over housing, education and the cost of living have swept France, Italy, Belgium, Spain and Portugal. In France, more than 2,500 people have been taken into custody after riots, 500 soldiers have been sent to Milan, early elections have been called in Spain for 29 November, and trade unions have announced general strikes.

Sevara Azamova
5 min read
World

Greek students set up tents outside parliament in protest against expensive housing

University students set up tents outside the parliament building in Athens to spend the night there on the eve of a schoolchildren's march. This is the second such action in several days amid high housing prices. On Wednesday, schoolchildren across the country, including Thessaloniki, plan marches for better public education, funding, smaller classes, and cheaper products in school canteens.

Javlon Tursunov
1 min read
World

Protests Against Rising Prices and Housing Crisis Held in Portugal Amid Demonstrations Across Europe

The trade union confederation CGTP and housing movements organized demonstrations in Lisbon, Porto and Coimbra on October 17, 2026, demanding higher wages, pensions and affordable housing. The actions followed the dispersal of a tent camp in Porto on Thursday; the Socialist leader demanded clarification over the police actions. At the same time, protests in France escalated into clashes with police.

Otabek Yusupov
3 min read
World

Palestinians in Gaza prepare for a fourth winter of war: leaks, a collapsed building and a shortage of shelters

Residents of the Gaza Strip are preparing for the fourth winter since the start of the war in damaged homes and worn-out tents. According to the UN, more than 4,000 damaged buildings are slated for demolition, including over 2,300 where nearly 44,000 people live. Tent prices have risen, UN shelter cluster funding covers only 26% of needs, and supplies of materials are being blocked.

Otabek Yusupov
4 min read
Economy

Portugal's 2027 Budget: taxes, minimum wage, pensions, housing and tuition fees

Portugal's draft state budget for 2027 (OE2027) provides for updated income tax brackets, a rise in the minimum wage to 970 euros, pension indexation of about 3%, increased social benefits and housing measures. At the same time, from the 2027/2028 academic year tuition fees at public universities are set to be unfrozen. The draft still needs to pass parliamentary approval and receive the president's signature.

Dilnoza Rahimova
5 min read