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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

N. Christodoulides: We act responsibly - Our homeland is not part of a military operation

President of Cyprus, Nicos Christodoulides, emphasizes the country's commitment to security and humanitarian roles amidst the Middle East conflict, asserting that Cyprus will not participate in any military operations.

Mar 4 • 18:20 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Cultural Policy: "A Significant Risk of Corruption and Mismanagement"

The Berlin government plans to significantly restrict the Freedom of Information Act, which is critical for transparency in governmental actions.

Mar 4 • 13:44 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Government turns 8-M into an act of 'no to war' with applause for Sánchez and Redondo

Spain's government transformed the International Women's Day event into an anti-war demonstration, with prominent leaders advocating for women's rights and pacifism.

Mar 4 • 13:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Yoon Seok-yeol's side brings in the judgment of Ji-kwon as 'martial law cabinet meeting is also an act of governance'

The trial concerning former President Yoon Seok-yeol's obstruction of arrest and infringement of councilors' right to deliberation began in earnest at the Seoul High Court.

Mar 4 • 11:46 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What are tariffs: a guide to understanding how the main tool of Trump's government was declared illegal by the Supreme Court

The U.S. Supreme Court has declared illegal the tariffs imposed by Donald Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, jeopardizing his economic strategy that relied heavily on these measures.

Mar 4 • 11:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

S. Famellos to K. Mitsotakis regarding the Council of Political Leaders: 'Do not act like Louis XVI'

The leader of SYRIZA–Progressive Alliance, Sokratis Famellos, criticized Prime Minister Mitsotakis for refusing to convene the Council of Political Leaders in light of the Iran conflict, labeling his stance as 'Louis XVI-like' and emphasizing Greece's unwavering support for Cyprus.

Mar 4 • 10:27 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

'Better off being homeless': Canberra's biggest landlord failing tenants

The ACT Ombudsman criticizes the ACT government for failing to adequately fulfill its responsibilities as a landlord, highlighting severe issues in public housing conditions.

Mar 4 • 06:10 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Stamp duty scheme slammed by ACT Auditor-General

The ACT Auditor-General has criticized the stamp duty concession scheme for its complex rules and poor communication, which has resulted in financial hardship for some Canberrans.

Mar 4 • 03:37 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

The ACT's fiscal situation is dire, but there are no 'easy fixes'

An independent economist attributes the ACT's financial difficulties to government policy decisions, while the Chief Minister defends current spending practices.

Mar 3 • 05:31 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Child missing for three hours from after-school program, documents reveal

A nine-year-old child was missing for three hours from an after-school program in Canberra, highlighting severe supervision failures and potential budget cuts affecting safety protocols.

Mar 2 • 19:55 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Evening recap: Police Council confirms Disu as IG, FG begins direct oil revenue remittance, Wike tackles opposition, other top stories

The article covers significant political and economic developments in Nigeria, including the appointment of a new Inspector-General of Police, the government's new oil revenue policy, and political accusations amid the upcoming elections.

Mar 2 • 17:31 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Ruling Party Proposes Conclusion of Budget Questioning on 13th; Opposition Calls It 'An Act of Legislative Suicide'

The ruling party in Japan has proposed to conclude the questioning regarding the 2026 fiscal budget on the 13th, provoking strong backlash from the opposition who termed it a legislative suicide.

Mar 2 • 11:40 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Criteria for Heating Choices: Who Benefits from the New Heating Law

The German government promotes the upcoming Building Modernization Act, emphasizing rational decision-making regarding heating choices amidst consumer hesitation.

Mar 2 • 09:24 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Corruption in the AFA: the IGJ presses for observers, but the Justice Ministry does not progress

The General Inspectorate of Justice is urging the appointment of observers within the Argentine Football Association amidst ongoing corruption investigations, but the Justice Ministry has yet to act on this request.

Mar 2 • 00:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Appeal for information about newborn boy left at Canberra fire station

Authorities in Canberra are seeking information about a newborn boy left at a fire station as they look to determine his future care arrangements.

Mar 1 • 23:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government Supporters Say Bolsonaro Act at Paulista Was a 'Failure'

Lula's government allies downplayed the impact of a recent pro-Bolsonaro rally, labeling it a 'failure' amidst rising electoral competition.

Mar 1 • 22:52 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Supreme Court: The Need to Enforce Draft Obligations Among Haredim is Growing but the State is Not Explaining How It Will Act

The Israeli Supreme Court has expressed growing concern over the lack of enforcement of draft obligations for Haredim, stating that the government has not provided clarity on its intended actions.

Mar 1 • 20:32 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Why was the inclusion of primary contractor unions in the negotiation window integration omitted from the Yellow Envelope Act manual?

The South Korean government has implemented a new labor law requiring primary contractors to negotiate with subcontractor unions, yet the inclusion of primary contractor unions in this process has been omitted from the official manual.

Mar 1 • 06:23 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The Balancing Act of the Italian Government: "Easing Tensions". One Hundred Italians to Evacuate

The Italian government, led by Giorgia Meloni, faces challenges in balancing its stance on international military actions while preparing to evacuate citizens from Iran amidst escalating tensions.

Mar 1 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Tuf, approved the reform of sanctions. Yes to restructured fines and plea agreements

The Italian Council of Ministers has approved a legislative decree to reform the sanctioning system of the Consolidated Financial Intermediation Act (TUF), aiming to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in financial market regulations.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Gleisi says that breaking Lulinha's confidentiality was a coup, and government officials try to annul the act

Brazil's Institutional Relations Minister Gleisi Hoffmann labeled the breaking of confidentiality surrounding President Lula's son as a coup, as government officials seek to annul the decision made by a parliamentary committee.

Feb 26 • 17:55 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Constitutional Court Dismisses Constitutional Petition Against Government's Provision of 'Immigration Biometrics' to Private Firms

The Constitutional Court dismissed a petition claiming the government's act of providing biometric data collected for immigration management purposes to private companies was unconstitutional.

Feb 26 • 08:33 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Is Delcy Rodríguez Taking Revenge? House of María Corina Machado's Assistant Raided

The Venezuelan government confiscated the house of Laura Acosta, personal assistant to opposition leader María Corina Machado, an act denounced by the Vente Venezuela party as political retaliation.

Feb 26 • 02:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Building Modernization Act: "We should reconsider how we heat"

The German government is promoting biogas for climate-friendly heating in buildings, but Peter Kornatz of the German Biomass Research Center argues against this approach.

Feb 25 • 15:49 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

After Agreement: Relief to Dismay over the New Heating Plans

The coalition government in Germany has reached an agreement on the reform of the Building Energy Act, eliciting a range of emotional reactions from various stakeholders.

Feb 25 • 06:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Exxon fights for Cuban assets

ExxonMobil is seeking damages from Cuba for property seized by the Cuban government, as it argues its case before the U.S. Supreme Court.

Feb 25 • 06:22 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Habeck's 65 Percent Rule for Heaters is Being Abolished

The German government has decided to abolish the 65 percent rule for heating systems set by former Minister Robert Habeck, relieving homeowners while still emphasizing climate protection.

Feb 24 • 12:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What if the president vetoes the SAFE act? The government: We will benefit, but there is one 'but'

The debate over Poland's SAFE program has intensified political clashes among the ruling coalition, opposition, and the Presidential Palace, with significant financial implications for national defense.

Feb 24 • 11:08 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

New ACT laws to target 'high-risk' firearms licence holders

The ACT government has proposed new laws allowing police to search properties of 'high-risk' firearms licence holders without a warrant, raising concerns about privacy and human rights.

Feb 24 • 06:02 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘We need to act’ on men’s health, minister says as government seeks feedback

Canada's Health Minister Marjorie Michel emphasizes the need for a national strategy to improve men's health outcomes while seeking public consultation.

Feb 23 • 20:54 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What to Rescue from the Agreement?

A recent US Supreme Court ruling has eliminated the legal basis for imposing unilateral tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, significantly affecting the trade agreement between Ecuador and the United States.

Feb 22 • 09:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Marriage Registration Rules to Change in Gujarat

The Gujarat government is proposing amendments to the Marriage Registration Act to make the registration process more transparent and ensure the safety of daughters while respecting social traditions.

Feb 21 • 08:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Constitutional Committee Gives Green Light to the Amendment of the Conscription Act

The Constitutional Committee of Finland supports the government's proposal to amend the Conscription Act, stating that there are no constitutional obstacles to the changes.

Feb 20 • 10:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Nawrocki signed the law to expire the Ukrainian special act

President Karol Nawrocki signed a government law terminating the special support for Ukrainian citizens, emphasizing the need for systematic rules in assistance.

Feb 19 • 18:03 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Nova Scotia’s Finance Department says over-budget spending needed to act swiftly

Nova Scotia's Finance Department defends its over-budget spending practices, emphasizing the necessity for flexibility in responding to citizens' needs despite criticism from the auditor general and opposition parties.

Feb 18 • 19:51 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Did he act behind the minister's back? Lrytas found out why K. Vaitiekūnas decided to dismiss the chancellor

Lithuanian Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas dismissed Chancellor Mindaugas Šima for appointing a new Customs Department head without his knowledge, indicating a breakdown of trust.

Feb 18 • 13:52 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Funding for essential surgeries for cancer patients available only until March; doctors urge government to act

Doctors at Eastern Hospital in Latvia are raising concerns about the limited availability of funding for crucial cancer surgeries, which will only last until March, urging the government to take action.

Feb 18 • 12:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The government wants to tighten the procedure for awarding the Polish Card

The Polish government has proposed changes to the Polish Card Act aimed at tightening the application process and enhancing national security measures.

Feb 18 • 09:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Controversial PIP Act Adopted by the Government. Employers Criticize the Decision

A new law concerning the National Labour Inspectorate (PIP) in Poland has been adopted despite objections from the business community, which claims insufficient time for feedback.

Feb 18 • 09:10 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Insult to Mattarella, Italy against Iran

An Iranian MP's act of tearing a photo of Italian President Sergio Mattarella sparked outrage in Italy, prompting the government to summon the Iranian ambassador for explanations.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Former Agriculture Ministers: The Government Must Act Immediately to Save E-Piim

Former Agriculture Ministers from the Social Democratic Party are urging the Estonian government to take immediate action regarding the crisis faced by E-Piim.

Feb 17 • 12:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Major changes in income tax law, government informs SC

The Indian government has informed the Supreme Court about ongoing amendments to Section 150 of the Income Tax Act, which will affect thousands of pending assessment cases.

Feb 17 • 11:26 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Prof. Ryszard Piotrowski: The Cybersecurity Act at Odds with the Constitution

Professor Ryszard Piotrowski critiques the Polish Cybersecurity Act, arguing that its provisions conflict with constitutional principles.

Feb 16 • 03:51 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

No 25% levy on building materials in Tax Act, FG counters Amaechi

The Nigerian Federal Government has denied allegations that a new tax law will impose a 25% levy on building materials and construction funds, responding to claims made by former Minister Rotimi Amaechi.

Feb 15 • 19:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

SMA urgent 'act now' plea to government to save more babies from disability

A UK parliamentary committee chair has urged the government to include spinal muscular atrophy testing in the newborn heel prick test after delays in implementing curative treatments.

Feb 15 • 17:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

The true cause of A. Navalny's death becomes clear: he was poisoned with a rare toxin

A. Navalny was reportedly poisoned with a rare toxin, epibatidine, classified as a chemical weapon, prompting strong statements from European nations linking this act to the Russian government.

Feb 14 • 13:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Killing children for revenge, hypothesis for case in Goiás, is a crime committed more by men

A government secretary in Brazil has shot his two children, killing one and gravely wounding the other, in an act of suspected filicide associated with revenge against a former partner.

Feb 14 • 02:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Elections Canada says Freeland broke rule by answering byelection questions

Elections Canada has ruled that former Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland inadvertently breached the Elections Act by discussing a Toronto byelection during government press conferences.

Feb 13 • 21:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Ruling against Palestine Action ban is embarrassing defeat for the government

A UK court ruling has deemed the government's ban on the activist group Palestine Action as disproportionate, reinforcing concerns about freedom of speech.

Feb 13 • 15:40 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

British court: Illegal act when pro-Palestinian group was labeled as a terrorist organization

A British court ruled that the government's designation of the pro-Palestinian group Palestine Action as a terrorist organization was unlawful.

Feb 13 • 10:19 UTC

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