poverty

It can signify poverty, but, as Oyelowo points out, it can also suggest resourcefulness, the ability to create and improvise something new and unexpected out of the available ingredients.

The international bestselling series shows not only how the twin forces of poverty and patriarchy affect women; it’s also a tale of the highs and lows of a lifelong best friend.

The data for older Black and Latinx Americans is even worse, with half living at or below 200% of the poverty line.

She says it has also shown the "stark realities" of the impact of poverty.

We all know alcohol is not great for you, but the impact of someone drinking when they are otherwise well is very different to someone who is in poverty.