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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

TPS at risk: Trump requests the Supreme Court to lift the block and end protection for these migrants in the U.S.

Former President Trump is urging the U.S. Supreme Court to lift a legal block on the Temporary Protected Status (TPS), impacting thousands of migrants from countries including Syria.

Feb 27 • 16:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Feng Shui Experts Explain Why Keys Should Never Be Left on the Table

Experts in Feng Shui advise against leaving keys on the table, as it can disrupt energy flow and block prosperity in the home.

Feb 27 • 15:20 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Hungary and Slovakia block EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia

Hungary and Slovakia are blocking the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia, despite support from 25 other member states.

Feb 27 • 14:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

M. Wright created the most beautiful episode of the Euroleague tour

M. Wright's impressive block on D. Hall's attempted dunk is highlighted as a key moment in the Euroleague.

Feb 27 • 14:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The former CEO of Twitter, Jack Dorsey, fired 4,000 people

Jack Dorsey announced significant layoffs at Block, citing AI as the primary reason behind the decision.

Feb 27 • 13:33 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Block in Hamburg Charged: An Abduction That Shouldn't Have Been One

In Hamburg, a case unfolds regarding the alleged abduction of two children during a New Year's celebration, with conflicting testimonies emerging after 36 days of hearings.

Feb 27 • 13:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Turtle Found Dead with Concrete Block Tied Around Neck on Beach in Itapema (SC)

A green turtle was found dead on a beach in Itapema, Brazil, with a concrete block tied around its neck, raising concerns of human cruelty and vandalism.

Feb 27 • 12:58 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The company founded by the creator of Twitter cuts thousands of jobs. The reason? Artificial Intelligence

The company Block, owned by the creator of Twitter, has announced significant job cuts, reducing its workforce from 10,000 to under 6,000 due to the impact of artificial intelligence.

Feb 27 • 11:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Protesters block the Pan-American Highway and 9 de Julio in protest against labor reform

Protesters have blocked major thoroughfares in Argentina in opposition to a proposed labor reform that the government is set to debate in the Senate.

Feb 27 • 10:54 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Block, the company of Twitter co-founder, will lay off 4,000 employees due to structural changes from AI

Block, co-founded by Jack Dorsey, will lay off 4,000 employees as part of a restructuring to prioritize artificial intelligence.

Feb 27 • 10:14 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"Something has changed": Block's CEO Jack Dorsey lays off 40% of employees, replaced by AI

Jack Dorsey, CEO of Block, announced the layoff of 40% of the workforce, citing the replacement of jobs by AI tools.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The Great Replacement: Mass layoffs due to Artificial Intelligence – Who is cutting staff and soaring, who is losing trillions.

Companies are announcing mass layoffs due to the efficiency brought by artificial intelligence, while entire sectors lose market capitalization amid fears of being replaced by technology.

Feb 27 • 08:56 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Twitter founder Jack Dorsey laid off 4,000 employees from his company, the reason being AI

Jack Dorsey's company Block Inc. has laid off approximately 4,000 employees, citing a shift towards artificial intelligence as the primary reason for this action.

Feb 27 • 08:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Jack Dorsey lays off half of Block's staff due to AI and Wall Street praises him

Block has announced a significant reduction in its workforce, cutting down from over 10,000 to fewer than 6,000 employees as part of a strategic restructuring influenced by AI.

Feb 27 • 07:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fintech company Block lays off 4,000 employees as CEO says AI 'does it better'

Fintech company Block is laying off 4,000 employees while shifting towards an AI-driven operational model, resulting in a surge in share prices.

Feb 27 • 07:27 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Russia plans to completely block the messaging app 'Telegram'

The Russian government is moving to implement a complete ban on the Telegram messaging app, citing concerns over its use by criminals and foreign intelligence agencies.

Feb 27 • 02:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Russia to Fully Block Telegram Messenger as Early as April Due to 'Criminal Abuses'

The Russian government plans to ban the Telegram messenger service by April, citing its misuse for criminal activities and increasing recruitment for illegal activities.

Feb 27 • 02:10 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

The Coalition’s view on the IS families stuck in Syria, with Jonno Duniam - podcast

The podcast discusses the Coalition's stance on 34 Australian women and children linked to Islamic State who are currently in Syria, highlighting calls to block their return.

Feb 27 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Residents block part of Avenida Brasil in protest for death of young man

Residents blocked part of Avenida Brasil in Manaus to protest the death of a young man during a police action.

Feb 27 • 00:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Judge allows Trump's $560 million White House ballroom project to proceed

A US judge has ruled against a preservationist group's request to block President Trump's $560 million ballroom construction at the White House, allowing the project to move forward.

Feb 26 • 23:27 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Who are the three senators who voted against the agreement between Mercosur and the European Union

Three senators from the Justicialist block voted against the free trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, despite the Senate's overwhelming support for the deal.

Feb 26 • 21:48 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Oregon Dems Block Effort to Alert ICE Before Illegal Immigrant Murderers Are Released

Oregon Senate Democrats have blocked a proposal to notify ICE prior to the release of illegal immigrants convicted of violent felonies.

Feb 26 • 20:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

RBK: Russian authorities to block Telegram

Russian authorities are planning to block the Telegram app in early April, citing an increase in illegal recruitment, particularly of minors, as the reason for this decision.

Feb 26 • 20:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police arrest criminals and block R$ 80,000 from gang specialized in vehicle theft

The Civil Police of Pernambuco arrested three suspects involved in a vehicle theft gang and blocked R$ 80,000 in financial assets.

Feb 26 • 19:43 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

GOP bill seeks to block illegal immigrants from being armed law enforcement

Republican lawmakers have introduced a bill to prevent illegal immigrants from possessing firearms while serving as law enforcement officers.

Feb 26 • 19:34 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

To block Ecuadorian banana and orito, Colombia claims that ‘Fusarium’ race 4 is near its border, but the outbreak is ‘contained and on the other side’

Colombia has banned the import of certain Ecuadorian fruits, citing fears of the Fusarium race 4 fungus, a claim that is contested by Ecuador's banana sector.

Feb 26 • 19:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

"I have never had Lei Rouanet in Carnival," says Margareth Menezes about accusation in TCU

Cultural Minister Margareth Menezes stated she has never used resources from the Lei Rouanet for Carnival performances, following an accusation regarding her participation in a Carnival block in Salvador.

Feb 26 • 18:50 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

OpenAI blocked ChatGPT accounts linked to Russian propagandists

OpenAI has taken action to block accounts associated with the Russian propaganda network 'Rybar', which misused ChatGPT to generate deceptive content.

Feb 26 • 18:16 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Russian Authorities Will Block Telegram in Early April, Claims RBC

Russian authorities are planning to block the messaging platform Telegram in early April, according to a report from RBC.

Feb 26 • 17:01 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Russia Plans to Block Telegram in April, Sources Say

Russia is planning to block the messaging app Telegram in April due to concerns that it is being used for criminal activities and as a foreign intelligence tool.

Feb 26 • 16:53 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

BBC: The Russian authorities are considering blocking access to Telegram from early April

Russian authorities are planning to block access to the messaging app Telegram starting in early April due to concerns over illegal and extremist content, while Telegram argues it's an attempt to force users to switch to a state-controlled app.

Feb 26 • 16:16 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The K Block Leader in the Senate Clashed with Abdala Over a Fast-Track Voting Attempt for LLA: "Will You Drop Your Pants If We Vote by Majority?"

The leader of the Kirchnerist bloc in the Argentine Senate, José Mayans, criticized Bartolomé Abdala for attempting to facilitate a fast-track vote on a trade agreement with the European Union, using provocative language to express his discontent with the lack of proper discussion.

Feb 26 • 16:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Alcohol Sachet Ban: "No Work for Us, No Work for You" — NLC, FOBTOB Protesters Temporarily Block NAFDAC Lagos Office

Protesters from the Nigeria Labour Congress and the FOBTOB temporarily block access to NAFDAC's Lagos office, protesting against the agency's alcohol sachet ban enforcement.

Feb 26 • 14:57 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: El-Rufai Asks Court to Block Moves By ICPC, EFCC, SSS to Freeze His Bank Accounts, Assets

Former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai has filed a lawsuit to prevent Nigerian anti-corruption and security agencies from freezing his bank accounts and seizing his assets.

Feb 26 • 08:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Emma Bouvin: My husband - the brake block - immediately looks for faults with the setup

Emma Bouvin humorously reflects on the unique world of parents involved in competitive skiing, describing the early mornings and dedication it requires.

Feb 26 • 04:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

District representatives call on the MP and government of DF to block Daniel Vorcaro from shareholder meeting of BRB

The PT bench in the DF Legislative Chamber is taking legal action to prevent Daniel Vorcaro from attending the upcoming BRB shareholder meeting due to concerns over his legitimacy in owning shares.

Feb 25 • 23:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

USP count indicates much smaller crowd at carnival blocks than numbers released in SP

A study conducted by researchers at the University of São Paulo estimates that the crowd at the Pipoca da Rainha carnival block was around 20,000, significantly lower than the 2 million reported by the block's organizers.

Feb 25 • 22:39 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: "No question" for the RN to withdraw its candidates to block LFI, says Marine Le Pen

Marine Le Pen has stated that the National Rally (RN) will not withdraw its candidates in the 2026 municipal elections to prevent candidates from La France Insoumise (LFI) from winning.

Feb 25 • 21:11 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Russian censorship / The Kremlin blocks the last free platforms. WhatsApp and Telegram are to be replaced by a state 'app for everything'

The Russian government is moving to fully block WhatsApp and Telegram, citing non-compliance with domestic laws as the main reason for action against these platforms.

Feb 25 • 16:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Quilombolas block BR-210 in Amapá against land invasion

Members of the Quilombola community of Curralinho are protesting on BR-210 in Amapá due to unaddressed territorial demands.

Feb 25 • 13:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Court orders WhatsApp to block profiles used in fake lawyer scam

A Brazilian court has instructed WhatsApp to block accounts used in a scam where criminals impersonate a local law firm to defraud clients.

Feb 25 • 08:21 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Four feared trapped under rubble after Russia strikes apartment block in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast – photos

A guided bomb strike by Russian forces has led to fears that four people are trapped under the rubble of an apartment block in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Ukraine.

Feb 25 • 06:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Neither Budgets nor Elections: The Clash between PSC and ERC Threatens to Block Catalonia

A political clash between Spain's PSC and ERC parties is threatening to disrupt the approval of Catalonia's budget and could lead to early elections.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

More questions about Lapu Lapu donations and where the money went

Questions are being raised about the distribution of over $2 million in donations following the Lapu Lapu Day Block Party tragedy in Vancouver.

Feb 25 • 03:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Indigenous protesters block the operation of a grain waterways terminal in Santarém, in western Pará

Indigenous protesters have been blocking a grain terminal's operations in Santarém, Brazil, for over a month as part of their opposition to a government decree that has since been revoked.

Feb 25 • 01:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Count made by scientist points out that Carnival block audience is smaller than reported

A scientist's analysis reveals that the actual attendance at Carnival blocks in São Paulo is significantly lower than official estimates, challenging the reported numbers.

Feb 25 • 00:39 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Schumer, Dems again block DHS funding, force State of the Union showdown

Senate Democrats blocked a Republican-led attempt to fund the Department of Homeland Security, prolonging a partial government shutdown as negotiations between both parties remain stalled.

Feb 24 • 23:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Kambalacho do Ritmo' and 'Show Feras' are champions of groups A and B of the traditional blocks in the Carnival of São Luís 2026

The traditional block 'Kambalacho do Ritmo' won the Group A title in the 2026 Carnival of São Luís, while 'Show Feras' emerged as the champion in Group B.

Feb 24 • 23:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Decisions by Gilmar and Dino block perks; understand STF measures

Recent decisions by Brazilian ministers Gilmar Mendes and Flávio Dino aim to curtail public sector perks that exceed constitutional limits.

Feb 24 • 21:09 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Hungary and Slovakia Wake Up with a Hand in the Pot and Block Sanctions. Pretext: Turned-off Russian Tap

Hungary and Slovakia have blocked the 20th sanction package against Russia, citing interruptions in oil supplies from Russia through Ukraine as a reason for their opposition to an EU loan for Ukraine.

Feb 24 • 18:50 UTC

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