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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Only Elder Sons and Daughters Receive Parent Support Allowance... Human Rights Commission Recommends Improvements to Daegu Metropolitan Transit Corporation

South Korea's Human Rights Commission has recommended that Daegu Metropolitan Transit Corporation revise its family allowance policies, which currently favor only elder sons and daughters based on birth order.

Mar 23 • 03:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

MPs threaten fresh inquiry into carers allowance scandal amid redress delays

UK MPs are considering a new inquiry into the carers allowance scandal due to ongoing delays in the government’s response to unpaid carers awaiting redress.

Mar 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Savers told how to boost returns 'free from tax' ahead of April deadline

UK savers are advised to utilize their tax-free ISA allowance before the April deadline to maximize their savings returns.

Mar 22 • 04:48 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

US Allows Purchase of Iranian Crude Oil for One Month amid Concerns Over Domestic Gas Prices

The US has announced a temporary allowance for the purchase of certain Iranian crude oil to mitigate rising domestic gas prices.

Mar 21 • 01:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC expert says married couples 'have 2 weeks' to claim £1,260 lump sum

The BBC warns married couples that they only have two weeks to claim a potential back payment of £1,260 through the Marriage Allowance.

Mar 20 • 23:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC expert tells couples ‘claim before April 5’ to get £1,000 back

A BBC finance expert is advising couples to claim Marriage Tax Allowance before the April 5 deadline to potentially receive back up to £1,000 from the government.

Mar 20 • 15:10 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

HMRC allowance for workers abolished as April 2026 UK tax changes confirmed

The UK government has confirmed significant tax changes, including the abolition of the HMRC allowance for workers, which will take effect in April 2026.

Mar 20 • 09:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Treasury wants to limit PIT allowances and raise lump sum rates. New project

The Polish Ministry of Finance has introduced a proposal to limit PIT housing allowances and raise lump sum tax rates to combat tax optimization.

Mar 19 • 20:41 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Proposal to increase parking spaces at new constructions

A proposal is under discussion in Reykjavik to increase the allowance for parking spaces associated with new residential buildings in the city.

Mar 19 • 16:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Pensioners could be claiming little-known disability benefit without diagnosis

Pensioners might be eligible for Attendance Allowance, a little-known benefit that assists those with long-term health conditions, even without an official diagnosis.

Mar 19 • 13:29 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

JR Tokai to Implement Base Raise of 10,500 Yen; Job Allowance for Field Employees Also Increased

JR Tokai announced a base salary increase of 10,500 yen and adjustments to job allowances for field employees, resulting in an average wage improvement of 14,200 yen starting in April.

Mar 19 • 08:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP Attendance Allowance update for older people making a new claim

The UK Department for Work and Pensions is updating its process for Attendance Allowance claims, aiming to expedite approvals for older applicants.

Mar 19 • 03:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Politics in Bavaria: CSU Leader Söder Demands Increase in Commuter Allowance

Bavarian Minister President Markus Söder calls for an increase in the commuter allowance to alleviate the financial burden on workers due to rising fuel prices.

Mar 18 • 14:09 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Pdl Zuncheddu. Fi proposes a monthly allowance for victims of miscarriages of justice

Forza Italia proposes a monthly allowance for victims of judicial errors, inspired by Beniamino Zuncheddu, who was wrongfully imprisoned for 33 years.

Mar 17 • 19:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ministry of Labor opens internships with a scholarship of R$ 1,027 in Ceará

The Ministry of Labor in Ceará has opened applications for internships for university students, offering a monthly scholarship and transportation allowance.

Mar 17 • 16:25 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The government decides on a one-time state allowance for a family of triplets born in March

The Latvian government has approved a one-time social allowance of €15,000 for the family of triplets born in Riga on March 12.

Mar 17 • 14:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Universal Child Allowance: How much is the AUH in April 2026 with the confirmed increase

The Universal Child Allowance (AUH) benefits from a 2.90% increase in April 2026, reflecting the recent inflation rate published by Argentina’s Indec.

Mar 17 • 12:42 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
World

Why Iran is using passage through Strait of Hormuz as geopolitical ‘ransom’

Iran's selective allowance of vessel passage through the Strait of Hormuz is perceived as a geopolitical maneuver to exert influence and drive up global oil prices.

Mar 16 • 20:28 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: Donald Trump Extended a Hand to Russia

The U.S. Treasury's temporary allowance for the sale of Russian oil amid rising global prices showcases a shift in Donald Trump's administration's approach to energy markets and foreign relations.

Mar 16 • 19:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Monzo issues '20 days left' and '£20,000' alert to customers with certain accounts

Monzo has alerted its customers with Individual Savings Accounts about the impending deadline to utilize their ISA allowance for the 2025-2026 tax year.

Mar 16 • 14:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anses when I get paid: the payment schedule for this Monday, March 16

The Argentine social security agency Anses begins its payment schedule for March today, including benefits for retirees, Universal Child Allowance recipients, and those receiving non-contributory pensions.

Mar 16 • 11:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Salary Allowance PIS/Pasep 2026 Will Have New Payment This Monday; See Who Will Receive It

The PIS/Pasep salary allowance for 2026 will have a new payment available on Monday, February 16, specifically for workers born in February.

Mar 16 • 03:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

US-Israel-Iran war: NLC demands tax relief, cost of living allowance

The Nigeria Labour Congress has urged the Federal Government to implement tax relief and allowances to mitigate the impact of rising petrol prices amid the ongoing Middle East crisis.

Mar 15 • 16:37 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Mamata's Trump Card Ahead of Bengal Elections, Announces Payment of Due DA, Know When It Will Start

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has announced the payment of pending dearness allowance to state employees and pensioners, starting from March 2026, as a strategic move ahead of the assembly elections.

Mar 15 • 10:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

What happened today in the Middle East? Read the summary

The article summarizes significant events in the Middle East, including Iran's allowance for Indian vessels to transit the Strait of Hormuz and the deployment of a U.S. amphibious assault ship with troops to the region amid continuing hostilities.

Mar 14 • 19:43 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

e-EFKA & DYPA: Payments from March 16 to March 20

A total of €77,263,470.40 will be distributed to 87,257 beneficiaries between March 16 and March 20 as part of scheduled payments from e-EFKA and the Public Employment Service.

Mar 14 • 11:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis issues £20,000 savings warning 'don't leave it to last minute'

Financial expert Martin Lewis warns savers to utilize their £20,000 ISA allowance before the deadline on April 5, 2026, as failure to do so could result in lost savings opportunities.

Mar 14 • 05:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

366 PLN and 3386 PLN monthly. Care allowance and nursing benefit increased in 2026

Poland's care allowance and nursing benefit have increased as of 2026, providing additional financial support to retirees and those unable to work due to health conditions.

Mar 13 • 19:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Crime & Justice

The Housing Allowance Fraud Cost an Officer His Job

An officer from Lithuania's border guard has been dismissed after being found guilty of fraudulently obtaining a housing allowance.

Mar 13 • 14:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

After quoting V. Putin's words, the Ukrainian who received a medal spat in respect to the aggressor

During wrestling championships, Ukrainian athlete Artūrs Kostiukas protested against the allowance of Russian athletes to compete with their national symbols by turning away when the Russian anthem was played.

Mar 13 • 13:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Pensioners on Attendance Allowance or PIP may be due extra £344 every month from April

Pensioners receiving Attendance Allowance or PIP could see an increase of £344 in their monthly benefits starting in April due to adjustments in Pension Credit rates.

Mar 13 • 13:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Energy Prices: USA Temporarily Allows Purchase of Russian Oil

The US government has announced a temporary allowance for countries to purchase Russian oil currently at sea, aiming to mitigate rising global oil prices due to the Iran conflict.

Mar 13 • 06:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
World

The USA has allowed countries to buy Russian oil already loaded on tankers for 30 days

The United States has granted a 30-day allowance for countries to purchase Russian oil that is already loaded on tankers to stabilize global energy markets amid recent fluctuations in oil prices.

Mar 13 • 05:21 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

US Temporarily Allows Purchase of Sanctioned Russian Oil on Tankers

The U.S. has announced a temporary allowance for the purchase of Russian oil subject to sanctions to promote stability in the global energy markets amidst the Iran war, sparking debate over its implications.

Mar 13 • 03:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis explains one-off trick to boost ISA allowance by 45%

Martin Lewis reveals a legal method to significantly increase your ISA savings limit before the tax year ends.

Mar 13 • 00:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

3000 PLN regardless of income. Record childbirth allowance in Podlasie

The municipality of Wysokie Mazowieckie in Poland offers a one-time childbirth allowance of 3000 PLN regardless of income to parents of newborns.

Mar 12 • 10:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

HMRC 'unused allowance' alert as deadline and rule change ahead

UK tax changes are imminent with deadlines approaching for individuals to manage their savings effectively to avoid higher taxation.

Mar 12 • 09:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When do I receive the AUH in March 2026 if my DNI ends in 9

Beneficiaries of the Universal Child Allowance (AUH) with a DNI ending in 9 will receive their payments on March 20, 2026, as confirmed by the National Social Security Administration (Anses).

Mar 12 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When will I receive the AUH in March 2026 if my DNI ends in 8

Recipients of the Universal Child Allowance in Argentina with a DNI ending in 8 will receive their payments on March 19, 2026.

Mar 11 • 12:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Two DWP benefits are set to end this month

The UK government is set to end Income Support and income-based Jobseeker's Allowance as it transitions claimants to Universal Credit by March 2026.

Mar 11 • 12:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

easyJet and Ryanair rules for sharing bag allowance

easyJet and Ryanair clarify their policies regarding passengers sharing baggage allowances with each other.

Mar 11 • 12:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Jigawa increases ward heads’ allowance from N3,000 to N10,000

The Jigawa State Governor has raised the monthly allowance for ward heads from N3,000 to N10,000 to acknowledge their contributions to community administration.

Mar 11 • 08:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

HMRC says 'we will instruct your pension provider' over tax payments

HMRC has clarified the rules surrounding pension income tax for retirees, advising that they can contact the helpline after retirement to handle their tax payments accordingly.

Mar 11 • 05:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Don't miss your flight! Taxi drivers will block both terminals of the AICM this Wednesday, March 11

Taxi drivers from the Transportación Terrestre Nueva Imagen plan to block access to both terminals of Mexico City's International Airport in protest against the government's allowance of ride-sharing apps.

Mar 10 • 22:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis issues 'use it or lose it' warning ahead of April deadline

Martin Lewis warns savers to utilize their tax-free ISA allowance before the April deadline to avoid losing it.

Mar 10 • 19:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

‘Golden window’ to stash money into ISAs opens as £500 cashback offered

Experts warn that savers have limited time to utilize their annual ISA allowance as a lucrative offer from HSBC prompts interest in ISAs.

Mar 10 • 15:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

ISA warning over 'biggest issue' as savers often forget £1,000 rule

Savers in the UK are being urged to act before the deadline approaching on April 5 to maximize their ISA allowance and avoid unnecessary taxation due to confused regulations.

Mar 10 • 00:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When do I receive the AUH in March 2026 if my DNI ends in 6

Beneficiaries of the Universal Child Allowance with a DNI ending in 6 will receive their payments on March 17, 2026, according to the national social security administration in Argentina.

Mar 9 • 16:23 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The government will limit popular energy subsidies. Much fewer people will qualify for the allowance

The Czech government is restricting access to energy subsidies, allowing only low-income households to qualify for direct grants, while other homeowners can still access interest-free loans.

Mar 9 • 16:06 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anses when do I get paid: the payment schedule for this Monday, March 9

The National Social Security Administration (Anses) begins its payment calendar for March, covering social benefits for retirees, the Universal Child Allowance, and non-contributory pensions.

Mar 9 • 12:13 UTC

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