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A map from The Los Angeles Times shows red dots representing homeless individuals and yellow dots for tents and makeshift shelters throughout the city.
2.5 million workers in California lost their jobs at the height of the pandemic, forcing many middle-class families to seek food assistance.
Portland's homeless population attracts youth seeking social services, fueling one of the deadliest drug markets in the United States.
Inflation in Lebanon has reached over 140%, with food prices increasing by 500% in just one year, pushing 80% of the population into poverty.
A city in New Jersey has reduced its police force by 100 officers, leaving it with a third of its original strength amid financial struggles.
Los Angeles faces a severe housing crisis, with rising homelessness and crime exposing the stark realities behind the façade of the American Dream.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, grapples with high rates of homelessness, as highlighted by interviews with affected individuals and community strategies to address the issue.
Over 16 million children in the United States live in poverty, facing hunger and instability as their families struggle to make ends meet.
Over 4 million children in Britain are growing up in poverty, with 750,000 facing homelessness or overcrowded living conditions.
Two million children worldwide are forced to sell their bodies to survive, often facing severe abuse and exploitation in slums across Brazil.
Over 15 million Britons face poverty, with energy bills doubling and inflation rates exceeding 10%, pushing many into financial distress.
Emotional evictions in the UK highlight the complexities faced by enforcement agents Paul Bohill and Steve Pinner as they navigate cases involving hoarders and a young mother.
Nine families across the UK struggle to make ends meet, with one father and son facing homelessness after losing a full-time job five months ago.
In Manchester, a single father faces eviction after 18 months of unpaid rent, while a Shropshire pub landlady struggles with debt and a West Midlands man hides from enforcement agents.
In Crystal Palace, Chessington, and Hampshire, High Court enforcement agents confront intense eviction cases, revealing the harsh realities faced by tenants and bailiffs alike.
Atlanta's homeless crisis has persisted since the 1996 Olympics, exacerbated by events like Super Bowl LI and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mihalia, a Romanian nurse, and Alex, a warehouse worker in London, illustrate the challenges and sacrifices faced by Romanian immigrants in Britain.
In California, rising unemployment and budget cuts in education reveal the stark contrast between the American dream and the harsh realities of homelessness and poverty.
30 people sleep overnight in a free parking lot in Southern California, despite holding jobs as security guards, Uber drivers, and cleaners.
3,000 cars line up weekly in a parking lot in California for food distribution as millions of Americans face job losses due to the pandemic.
Destitute women and children in La Paz earn a living as shoeshiners amid poverty and contempt.
San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan discusses California's systemic issues, including homelessness and housing costs, and proposes a pragmatic approach to reform.
Vancouver's downtown east side, known for its high crime rate and severe homelessness, is explored through Misha Kleider's month-long undercover experience on the streets.
Cañada Real, located on the outskirts of Madrid, Spain, is Europe's largest shantytown, where residents face severe socio-economic challenges and potential displacement.
Housing instability in France severely affects children, as seen in Paris's social housing shortage and Lyon's successful initiative securing shelter for 450 homeless students.
Calais Jungle, the largest migrant camp in Europe, faced chaotic eviction amid fires and ongoing struggles for hundreds of migrants and volunteers in 2016.
In central Brittany, France, a booming job market exists alongside a severe shortage of affordable housing, leaving many local workers without suitable accommodations.
In Los Angeles, the stark contrast between the glamour of Hollywood Boulevard and the harsh realities of Skid Row highlights the struggles faced by the homeless population.
A homeless encampment on the outskirts of St. Louis highlights the lives of its residents and the efforts of volunteers like Richard Wulf Mattson and Cathryn Shaw Brovold.
Chris Sharp confronts illegal occupiers in a family home taken over by a Gumtree scam.
High Court enforcement officers Scott Hines and Steve Michell confront dangerous conditions while evicting squatters from a council property in South London.
High Court enforcement officers in London attempt to evict squatters from a multi-million pound office block, raising questions about homelessness and property rights.
Matilda Lindgren, program director at The In-Between in Salt Lake City, advocates for dignified end-of-life care for the homeless, addressing systemic barriers to healthcare.
At 23, Liam reflects on his years of casual work and homelessness, expressing a desire for stability and a better life amid rising youth unemployment.
Migrant families in London face homelessness, with children sleeping on buses every night.
At least 3,000 people live in the makeshift camp known as 'the jungle' in Calais, where many strive to create a semblance of normal life amid challenging conditions.
More than 75,000 people have been vaccinated against Hepatitis A in San Diego since the outbreak began in March 2017.
More than 400 protesters in Chile suffer eye injuries from police violence during demonstrations.
A £20 cut in universal credit has left many in Blackpool struggling, prompting local pizzeria Amazing Graze to provide free food and support.
The eviction of Dale Farm in Essex cost £44.8 million, left around 80 families homeless, and resulted in 45 arrests.
Delhi's population of 17 million faces severe challenges as police inspector Vikram Singh reports that many residents sleep on the footpath due to poverty.
Denver's STAR program sends social workers like Ceylan and Spencer Lee to 911 calls.
Nine Dalit families in Piner Palum Village faced increased tensions with their neighbors after the Boxing Day tsunami in 2004 disrupted their livelihoods.
Jordyn and Jonathan face homelessness in Dublin amid rising rents and a housing crisis.
In nine months, Pastor Mick Fleming set up a church, a food bank, a recovery meeting, and a charity shop to support vulnerable communities in Burnley.
Amanda must find £9,000 for her son Raheem Johnson's funeral after his unexpected death at 21, facing repeated rejections for financial support.
Gary Neville allows homeless individuals to stay in his hotel until February, providing hope for Christmas.
A Waianae community leader prioritizes cooperation and housing solutions for residents.
