Poverty levels are on the rise in Spain, with a major rise in severe deprivation over a decade. In South Africa, period poverty is a significant barrier to education, impacting girls' attendance. Meanwhile, the Philippines has 83 million people below the upper-middle-income poverty line despite economic gains. Businesses and governments are working to address the digital divide by redistributing old technology. Cricket is also noted for its beneficial impact in South African communities, reducing crime rates and improving social outcomes.