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πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Katsina LGs operate 100% autonomy, says commissioner

The Commissioner for Local Government and Children’s Welfare in Katsina State claims local governments are operating with full autonomy due to improved federal allocations and economic reforms.

Feb 27 β€’ 01:01 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexico rejects anti-immigrant law approved by Texas

The Mexican government condemned Texas's SB4 law, which allows for the arrest of migrants who have allegedly entered the state illegally.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:55 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

China β€˜turns away’ Nvidia: Asks local companies not to use H20 chips for Government activities

China has urged local companies to avoid using Nvidia's H20 processors for government-related activities, complicating the chipmaker's recovery efforts.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:55 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Alumni seek 70-year-old Ekiti school return to original site

The Alumni Association of Egbeoba High School is urging the Nigerian Federal Government to restore the school to its original location, which was changed 23 years ago.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:53 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
World

Pakistan bombards Kabul and declares open war on Afghanistan

The Pakistani government has conducted airstrikes in Kabul and declared an open war against Afghanistan amidst escalating conflict since the Taliban's return to power.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:49 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Trump Shakes Cuba with Threats: Diplomats Fear the Collapse of Its Government

Cuba faces a potential humanitarian crisis and a collapse of its communist government due to President Trump's threats to cut off fuel and funding to the island.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:42 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Guardian Australia
National & Local

Fleeing New Zealand to live in Australia? I’m right there with you, Jacinda Ardern

The author expresses excitement about Jacinda Ardern's move to Australia amid feelings of disenchantment with the current New Zealand government.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:35 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Shea stakeholders urge government to license buyers, protect pickers

Agribusiness stakeholders in Nigeria are advocating for a structured licensing system for shea nut buyers following the government's extension of a ban on raw shea nut exports to promote domestic processing.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:27 UTC
πŸ‡―πŸ‡΅ Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Starting today, the Budget Committee will hold debates on zero consumption tax on food products and security

The Japanese Budget Committee will begin discussions on the government's budget proposal, focusing on issues like zero consumption tax on food and security measures.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:24 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Kwara promotes 2,000 civil servants

The Kwara State Government has promoted over 2,000 civil servants following successful examinations and interviews for the 2024 promotion exercise.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:19 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FG pushes varsities to turn research into marketable products

The Nigerian Federal Government is urging universities and institutions to commercialize research through initiatives like the NextGen Innovation Challenge.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:09 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

US 'accelerates' after capturing 'Mencho': Offers 5 million dollars for leaders of the Sinaloa Cartel

The US has announced a reward of 5 million dollars for information leading to the capture of two drug lords linked to the Sinaloa Cartel following the presumed death of leader Nemesio Oseguera 'El Mencho'.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:08 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Kwara reiterates commitment to quality health services

The Kwara State Government has expressed its commitment to enhancing reproductive healthcare through partnerships with stakeholders.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:08 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Gombe LG chair lists four priorities for autonomy

The Chairman of Gombe Local Government Area highlights the need for clear priorities for local government autonomy to enhance functionality and development.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:07 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Senate pushes for direct contractor payments amid system delays

The Nigerian Senate has urged the Federal Government to revert to a direct payment system for contractors, arguing that the current centralized approach is ineffective.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:07 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

With votes from Peronism and last-minute changes, the government advanced in the Senate with the Glacier Law

The Argentine Senate advanced the Glacier Law with last-minute changes, granting provinces more power over natural resources and aiming to reactivate mining projects.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:05 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Kinship carers in England to be given financial support in government pilot

Grandparents and other relatives caring for children will receive financial support from the UK government under a new pilot scheme.

Feb 27 β€’ 00:01 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

NicolΓ‘s Maduro calls for dismissal of the case in the U.S. over defense license blockage

Deposed Venezuelan President NicolΓ‘s Maduro is requesting the dismissal of narcotrafficking and corruption charges in the U.S. due to the denial of a license to use Venezuelan government funds for his legal defense.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:31 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Government is debating between the cultural battle and pragmatism

The article discusses the Argentine government's struggle between engaging in cultural battles and adopting a pragmatic approach under President Javier Milei.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:30 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

Kano anti-graft agency recovers vehicles from Kwankwaso’s son, four others

The Kano State Public Complaints and Anti-Corruption Commission has successfully recovered government-owned vehicles from former officials, including the son of a notable politician.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:20 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maduro requests dismissal of case in the US and alleges interference by the American government

NicolΓ‘s Maduro has requested that a US court dismiss drug trafficking charges against him, claiming that the American government is interfering with the legal process.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:15 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί ABC News AU
National & Local

Labor not ruling out negative gearing changes

The Australian Labor government is reconsidering changes to negative gearing, indicating potential reforms to the tax break following a report suggesting new measures could be in the works.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:14 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Government opens R$ 8 billion space for Correios to raise new loan with Union guarantees

The Brazilian government has allowed Correios to secure a new loan of up to R$ 8 billion, backed by Union guarantees, as part of its economic restructuring plan.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:11 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

With just enough votes, the Government bets on changing the glacier law in the Senate

The Argentine government is moving forward with a reform of the glacier law aimed at reducing protected areas to enable mining investments, facing protests and environmental backlash.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:06 UTC
πŸ‡³πŸ‡¬ Punch
National & Local

FG makes plastic waste management legally binding for producers

The Nigerian Federal Government has enacted mandatory plastic waste management regulations for producers, making them legally accountable for their products and waste.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:06 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

TelefΓ³nica's Victory in Mexico: Justice Rules in Favor Against the Sheinbaum Government

TelefΓ³nica has won a significant legal battle in Mexico, nullifying a tax debt and allowing the sale of its subsidiary.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:05 UTC
πŸ‡΅πŸ‡± Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The housing market seeks balance

In 2025, developers in seven major Polish cities sold 40,300 apartments, a 9.7% increase from the previous year, despite a significant drop compared to 2023, influenced by government support programs.

Feb 26 β€’ 23:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Correios Receive Prior Authorization to Contract New Loan of Up to R$ 8 Billion

The National Monetary Council approved a limit of up to R$ 8 billion for Brazil's Postal Services to contract a new loan for its restructuring plan.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:55 UTC
πŸ‡²πŸ‡½ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'It is necessary to negotiate with the US': UN calls on Trump for humanitarian exception to send oil to Cuba

The UN resident coordinator in Cuba has urged the US government to allow a humanitarian exception for sending oil and aid to Cuba, citing worsening conditions due to the blockade.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:54 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Global News
National & Local

Ford government spends further $1.7M advertising its plans for Ontario Place

The Ford government in Ontario has spent $1.7 million on advertising to promote its redevelopment plans for Ontario Place, facing criticism over the expenditure as unnecessary.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:42 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Increase in import tax will have an immediate effect of up to R$ 20 billion on revenue, says IFI

The Brazilian government's increase in import tariffs will generate between R$ 14 billion and R$ 20 billion in revenue starting March 1.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:40 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Experts say subsidies are essential to avoid collapse and 'death spiral' in Rio's metro

Experts have stated that a subsidy for part of the metro fare is crucial to save Rio's transportation system from collapse, as the government plans to cover a fare increase.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:35 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Kansas law invalidates transgender driver's licenses and birth certificates

Kansas has enacted a law that invalidates driver's licenses and birth certificates for transgender residents who changed their gender designation, affecting approximately 1,700 individuals.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:34 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

After allegations, Nunes dismisses Deputy Secretary of Tourism; president of SPTuris leaves office

SΓ£o Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes has dismissed Deputy Secretary of Tourism Rodolfo Marinho da Silva following allegations of his links to a controversial advertising agency with municipal contracts.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:32 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Global News
National & Local

Alberta budget 2026 comes with spending hikes but $9.4B deficit

Alberta's 2026 budget announces significant government spending increases while facing a $9.4 billion deficit and rising taxpayer-supported debt.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:26 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ Global News
National & Local

New Brunswick providing $1.7 million to expand primary care in the province

The New Brunswick government is allocating $1.7 million to enhance the collaborative care clinic in the Nackawic-Millville area, aiming to improve access to primary health care for residents.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:19 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government officials speak of 'clear partiality' from the leadership of the CPMI of INSS in request to annul session

Fourteen government politicians have filed a petition to annul a session of the INSS CPMI that broke the secrecy involving Lulinha, the son of President Lula.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:16 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡¦ National Post
National & Local

Ottawa on track to reach 5% target for non-permanent residents by 2027, according to new PBO report

A report by the Parliamentary Budget Officer indicates that Canada's non-permanent resident population is set to decline, aligning with the government's target of less than 5% by 2027.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:11 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· France24
National & Local

'Security, dilemma over Greenland have enhanced urgency' for EU referendum in Iceland

Iceland's government will soon set a date for a referendum regarding the country's potential EU accession, amid heightened urgency due to security concerns and discussions surrounding Greenland.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:11 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The first clinical trial to 'reprogram' human aging is launched

The first human clinical trial aimed at reversing aging processes has begun, announced by Dr. David Sinclair at the World Government Summit.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:08 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡¨ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

In Napo and Loja, 125 mining concessions have been suspended, and 105 processing plants have been notified in El Oro

The Ecuadorian government has suspended 125 mining concessions in Napo and Loja and notified 105 processing plants in El Oro due to environmental concerns.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:06 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government relaxes loan rules for airlines with resources from the aviation fund

The Brazilian government has relaxed some loan rules for airlines using resources from the National Civil Aviation Fund (FNAC).

Feb 26 β€’ 22:02 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡³ South China Morning Post
National & Local

China shifts cadre-appraisal metrics away from pure GDP growth, resetting mindsets

China is initiating a campaign to shift its cadre-appraisal metrics from pure GDP growth to a focus on social welfare and sustainability.

Feb 26 β€’ 22:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

The announcement of the competition for the Penal Police of RN will be published in March, government announces

The government of Rio Grande do Norte has announced that a public competition for the Penal Police will be published in March, creating 300 new positions.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:58 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court condemns RR government to build new headquarters for Museum; state points to unfeasible deadlines

The Roraima state government has been ordered by the court to construct a new headquarters for the Integrated Museum of Roraima within 360 days, alongside a monetary compensation for collective moral damages.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:52 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· Folha (PT)
National & Local

Alcolumbre tells Lula's allies that he will analyze the request to annul the secrecy break of Lulinha

The President of the Senate, Davi Alcolumbre, indicated that he will review a request to annul the secrecy break involving Lulinha, the son of President Lula, after allegations of fraud in the voting process made by government allies.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:47 UTC
πŸ‡¦πŸ‡· Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Government opens the bids for the privatization of the Waterway and national routes

The Argentine government is set to unveil bids for the privatization of the ParanΓ‘ and Paraguay rivers Waterway and over 2,500 kilometers of national routes, critical for the country's logistics and trade.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:44 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
National & Local

Junts scorns SΓ‘nchez's courting: "The reunion with the PSOE is terrible"

Junts continues to thwart the Spanish government's attempts to reconcile, demonstrating a significant rift with the PSOE by blocking key legislative measures.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:40 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
National & Local

SΓ‘nchez has already accumulated more than half of the decrees rejected in Congress during this legislature

Pedro SΓ‘nchez's government faces significant setbacks as the Congress once again rejects crucial social protection measures intended to support vulnerable populations.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:39 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
National & Local

The Plus Ultra judge decides to send the case to the National Court after the case acquires a 'new dimension'

A judge in Madrid has decided to transfer the Plus Ultra case to the National Court due to its escalating complexity involving key figures linked to the government and significant financial interests.

Feb 26 β€’ 21:39 UTC

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