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Opposition deputies and senators are trying to pressure the Senate President Davi Alcolumbre to extend the work of the CPMI of the INSS amid concerns over his reluctance to do so without a Congressional session.

The Government of Liberia is requesting a change of venue in the Capitol arson trial due to concerns about media influence and jury integrity.

The US has urged Syria to abandon Chinese telecom technology, citing national security concerns and the potential conflict with US interests.

Canada's public safety minister cites delays in the federal gun buyback program as a reason for decreased support among police and public confusion.

Ascenty, a Brazilian data center construction company, expresses optimism about the approval of a new tax regime but cites energy distribution issues as a potential hindrance to expansion.

Grupo Pão de Açúcar reported significant operational uncertainties that may impact its continuity following a higher-than-expected loss in Q4 financial results.

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe plans to present a deficit budget next month due to economic uncertainties affecting the province.

Conservationists highlight the plight of pangolins, the most trafficked mammals globally, during World Pangolin Day, emphasizing their unique scales and the high demand for their meat and products.

NASA has postponed the March launch of Artemis 2 due to technical problems involving the SLS rocket's helium flow.

President Putin has enacted a law allowing the FSB to disconnect individuals from internet and mobile services for security reasons.

Michael Irvin criticized Super Bowl LX in the San Francisco Bay Area as the 'worst ever' due to logistical challenges and a poor atmosphere.

Liberian lawmaker Dixon W. Seboe has faced backlash for excluding female students from a scholarship program due to fears of potential negative outcomes.

Paolo Petrecca has officially resigned as the director of Rai Sport following intense political and media scrutiny over his controversial commentary during the Winter Olympics.

Patients at the Municipal Hospital of São José dos Campos reported significant delays in receiving care due to a temporary system outage affecting information access.

A forensic report regarding Tatiana Medeiros' phone revealed evidence of money transfers and voter spreadsheets, but no direct orders for vote buying ahead of the 2024 elections.

Joana Célia dos Passos has resigned as vice-rector of the Federal University of Santa Catarina, citing political violence, budget crises, and management issues.

Former Big Brother Brazil contestant Fran Almeida cites high financial costs as her reason for opting out of participating as a muse in Carnival this year.

In a closely contested semifinals at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics, Japan's Miho Takagi attributed the team's defeat in the women's team pursuit to a lack of experience at crucial moments.

A federal judge has ruled against the Trump administration's attempt to censor a slavery history exhibit in Philadelphia.

Tom Pritzker, chairman of the Hyatt hotel chain, announced his retirement amid scrutiny of his association with Jeffrey Epstein.

Former President Michel Temer reacted to his portrayal at a samba parade, expressing nostalgia for a different school of samba and criticizing the tribute to Lula.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced the deployment of a UK aircraft carrier strike group to the Arctic to bolster security as tensions with Russia rise.

The Federal Public Ministry alleges that a group led by former Civil Police chief Rivaldo Barbosa operated a scheme of systematic obfuscation and control of homicide investigations in Rio de Janeiro.

The CPI of Organized Crime, led by Senator Alessandro Vieira, plans to vote on summoning Supreme Court Minister Dias Toffoli after Carnival, with discussions focusing on alleged connections to organized crime through the Maridt company.

Minister Dias Toffoli outlined the official channels for receiving documents related to the Master Case, involving the Federal Police and various communication methods.

Brazil's Supreme Court President Edson Fachin has called a meeting to discuss a new PF report that implicates Justice Dias Toffoli amid ongoing controversy.

An estimated 800,000 cars in the Czech vehicle registration system are believed to be non-existent, as listed owners refuse to claim them, and they cannot be removed from the registry.

The Federal Police of Brazil reported to the Supreme Federal Court regarding suspicious activities related to magistrates after examining Daniel Vorcaro's phone.

The IOC has proposed that Ukrainian athlete Vladyslav Heraskevych honor his fallen compatriots in a way other than wearing a remembrance helmet during competition.

The South Korean Ministry of Education attributes its failure to regulate the difficulty level of the English portion of the 2026 College Scholastic Ability Test to excessive replacement of exam questions, with plans for improvement including enhanced oversight and AI assistance.

Former Detroit Lions linebacker Tracy Scroggins has passed away at the age of 56, with his family suggesting that chronic traumatic encephalopathy may have contributed to his death.

Brazil has maintained its worst position in the Corruption Perceptions Index, ranking 107th out of 182 countries with a score of 35.

The Federal Police of Brazil reports on the fraudulent management involving resource allocation from Amapá Previdência to the Master bank without appropriate documentation and oversight.

Nigerian rapper Falz criticizes the government for prioritizing election campaigns over addressing the recent massacre in Kwara State.

New York Mayor Zahran Mamdhani defends a decree limiting ICE arrests, drawing on prophetic values from the Quran related to migration.

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has stated the death toll of Ukrainian soldiers at 55,000 since the onset of the war, coinciding with the expiration of a major arms control agreement.

The Federal University of Technology, Akure has announced the temporary suspension of admissions into its MBBS program for the 2026/2027 session due to issues regarding clinical training and the academic calendar.

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons has reinforced its stance against gender surgeries for minors, citing low-quality evidence and concerns about the harms outweighing the benefits, as stated by Dr. Sheila Nazarian.

The article discusses the investigation of the Orelha case revealing a video of a teenager returning to a condominium on the day of the assaults, along with commentary from the Military Public Ministry regarding ethical shortcomings in their expulsion request for Bolsonaro, alongside updates on Venezuela and health issues related to cancer.

Actor Dean Cain claims he is facing a blacklist from the entertainment industry due to his conservative values, sharing evidence of an email from GalaxyCon that cites differing values as the reason for not working with him.

The Military Public Prosecutor's Office pointed out eight elements to the Superior Military Court that demonstrate former President Jair Bolsonaro's 'neglect' of basic ethical precepts, seeking his expulsion from the military ranks.

Former Benue State Governor Gabriel Suswam has resigned from the Peoples Democratic Party, attributing his decision to ongoing internal crises and lack of unity within the party.

Jorge Pueyo reflects on the success of leftist parties in Aragon and cites BNG and Compromís as positive examples.

Chinese President Xi Jinping is intensifying anti-corruption efforts aimed at illegal luxury villas and private resorts, which he cites as symbols of excess and graft.

Demolitions in Makoko, a historic fishing community in Lagos, have left thousands of residents homeless and without livelihoods, as the state government cites safety and urban planning concerns.

The socialist wing of the Government cites a report from the State Attorney to reject intervention in the rental market through contract extensions, as demanded by Sumar and other leftist coalition partners.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi claims the situation in the country is under control and cites substantial evidence of foreign involvement amidst ongoing internet blackouts and arrests of terror operatives.

Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi canceled his planned visit to Somalia due to 'severe risks,' despite prior arrangements made by Somali authorities for the historic visit.

China has released a report addressing its concerns over Japan's nuclear capabilities, referencing a message from President Biden to President Xi that Japan could develop nuclear weapons nearly instantly.

The Washington Post editorial highlights U-Haul's data showing a significant movement of Californians to more tax-friendly states due to high living costs.