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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Disability Assistance: Special Schools Sound the Alarm: State Reimburses Construction Costs Too Late

Special schools in Germany are facing financial challenges as the state delays reimbursement of construction costs for a new school designed to support emotionally and socially challenged children.

Feb 26 • 13:40 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Belgorod Governor Says Locals Hold a Grudge Toward Authorities Amid Ongoing Outages

Belgorod Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov admits locals feel resentment toward local authorities following recent power outages and a personal incident involving a refusal of assistance.

Feb 26 • 11:42 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

An unexpected detail about G. Nausėda's request for his nephew in E. Masiulis' book

Former politician E. Masiulis reveals in his book that President G. Nausėda once requested assistance in finding work for his nephew in the transport sector.

Feb 26 • 11:14 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Chinese Officials Target Takagi for Influence Operations, Seek Advice from ChatGPT

A report reveals that Chinese officials attempted to influence political opinion in Japan by targeting politician Sanae Takagi and consulting ChatGPT, which ultimately refused to provide assistance.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The oldest bookstore in Panevėžys faces a challenge: owners have approached the city mayor regarding the future of the historic building

The owners of Panevėžys' oldest bookstore have requested assistance from the city mayor to preserve the iconic establishment amidst difficulties in competing with online book sales and shopping centers.

Feb 26 • 10:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

From expensive accommodation to an apartment. Diaconia West has already helped thousands of Ukrainian refugees

The article discusses the work of Diaconia West in providing assistance to Ukrainian refugees in Czechia, recently transitioning them from costly temporary accommodations to permanent housing.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Vantaa Received the Most Basic Social Assistance Last Year – Check the List of Municipalities Where Assistance Was Most Common

Last year, Vantaa had the highest number of recipients of basic social assistance in Finland, as new statistics show an increase in both the number of recipients and the payments made.

Feb 26 • 09:47 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Residents with low incomes and families with children will receive housing benefits

The Latvian parliament has approved changes to the social assistance law to increase housing benefits for low-income residents and families with children amid rising living costs.

Feb 26 • 09:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

OPEKA: Payment of February Benefits Tomorrow

The Greek Ministry of Social Cohesion and Family announces that the payment of February benefits will occur on February 27, with various categories of aid being distributed to tens of thousands of recipients.

Feb 26 • 09:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Driver in Frýdek-Místek Stopped to Help an Injured Person But Received a Fine for Improper Parking

A driver in Frýdek-Místek was fined for improper parking while stopping to assist an injured person.

Feb 26 • 09:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Public Help Requested: Attempting to Identify 7 Post-War Freedom Fighters' Remains

Authorities are seeking public assistance to identify the remains of seven freedom fighters exhumed from a cemetery in Jūžintai, Lithuania.

Feb 26 • 08:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

This Year's ODA Scale Confirmed at 5.4375 Trillion Won, Reduced by 1 Trillion from Last Year

The South Korean government has confirmed this year's Official Development Assistance (ODA) budget at 5.4375 trillion won, a reduction of 1 trillion won compared to last year.

Feb 26 • 08:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Scandinavian Airlines flight makes emergency landing in Dublin

A Scandinavian Airlines flight from Copenhagen to Dublin made an emergency landing due to a medical crisis on board, prompting immediate assistance upon arrival.

Feb 26 • 08:25 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

Griha Aadhar Yojana: ₹1500 will be credited to accounts on the 10th of every month, find out who will benefit from this scheme?

The Griha Aadhar Yojana in Goa provides eligible women with ₹1500 monthly to support their daily expenses and education costs for their children.

Feb 26 • 07:38 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

Trump's world (Day 402): If the US attacks Iran, Ukraine will likely not receive American missiles for air defense

The article discusses the implications of a potential US military strike on Iran, highlighting that Ukraine might miss out on crucial US missile assistance as a result.

Feb 26 • 07:02 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

How wealthy parents transfer housing millions to their children

A significant number of young first-time homebuyers in Copenhagen are able to purchase properties with the financial assistance of their wealthy parents, raising questions about the dynamics of wealth transfer in the housing market.

Feb 26 • 06:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The Amount of Basic Social Assistance Increased Sharply

The amount of basic social assistance distributed by Kela significantly increased from the previous year, with 6.4% of the population receiving support in 2025.

Feb 26 • 06:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Sudan: The Backstory - WFP's Airdrops Offer a Food Lifeline in Hungry South Sudan

The World Food Programme's airdrops are crucial in delivering food assistance to the most inaccessible regions of South Sudan amidst conflict and humanitarian crises.

Feb 26 • 05:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Due to insulting Modi.. Indian politician deprives Muslim women of assistance

An Indian politician from the ruling Hindu nationalist party has come under fire for depriving Muslim women of blankets he was distributing in a village in Rajasthan, claiming it was due to their perceived insult to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Feb 26 • 05:27 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

NT pastoralists return home to confront flood damage

Northern Territory pastoralists are dealing with severe flood damage as central Australia faces a natural disaster declaration and government assistance.

Feb 26 • 05:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Victory for Migrants in Texas: Court Protects Free Assistance Program Against State Pressure

A Texas appeals court has upheld a legal assistance program for migrants, rejecting the state's attempt to shut it down due to a lack of evidence of harm to local residents.

Feb 26 • 05:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A fatal accident of a friend led a Sevillian entrepreneur to develop a device that alerts 112 if you fall off a motorcycle

The story details how Jesús Carnerero created a device called Komobi to enhance motorcycle safety after a friend died in a fatal accident due to lack of immediate medical assistance.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

R$ 1 billion deficit in the DF's treasury complicates assistance to BRB, and help from the Union seems unavoidable

The District Federal government ends 2025 with a R$ 1 billion deficit, complicating the assistance to the Bank of Brasília and likely necessitating federal aid.

Feb 26 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

34-Year-Old PM Relates Battle Against Colon Cancer on Social Media; Friends Launch Campaign

A 34-year-old military police officer from Piauí is using social media to share his struggle with colon cancer and to seek financial assistance for his treatment.

Feb 25 • 23:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ibaneis is begging for help to save BRB

Governor Ibaneis Rocha of the MDB party is seeking assistance from President Lula's government to address the public bank BRB's involvement in a fraud scandal, amidst political hesitation regarding the bank's financial troubles.

Feb 25 • 23:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Justice orders CDHU and City Hall to renovate closed buildings or provide new housing in Marília

A court has ordered the CDHU and Marília's City Hall to either renovate closed buildings or provide alternative housing for displaced families.

Feb 25 • 23:23 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Need to Reduce Violence Against Elderly Citizens

The Elderly Citizens' Association calls on the Icelandic government to investigate and reduce the prevalence of violence against older individuals.

Feb 25 • 22:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

US Offers Help to Mexico to Use More Ethanol in Gasoline; Could Improve Air Quality

The US ethanol industry has offered technical and regulatory assistance to Mexico to help incorporate more ethanol into gasoline to improve air quality amidst national energy policy restrictions.

Feb 25 • 21:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Family Mutirão is now open for registration in cities in the region

The Public Defender's Office of Minas Gerais is accepting registrations for the Family Mutirão 2026 until March 6, focused on resolving family law issues in four regional cities.

Feb 25 • 21:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deadline for withdrawal and payment of the Garantia-Safra is extended in Petrolina

The deadline for farmers in Petrolina to withdraw and pay their Garantia-Safra documents has been extended to accommodate those who missed the previous deadline.

Feb 25 • 21:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Samu's phone line is down in Teresina and two other cities in Piauí; see alternative number

Residents of Teresina, Piripiri, and Campo Maior are having difficulties contacting the Emergency Medical Service (Samu) due to the number 192 being out of service, with an alternative number provided for assistance.

Feb 25 • 19:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Assistance Act: the subcommittee has 102 articles to discuss, meaning ¾ of the act

A Polish parliamentary subcommittee is working through the Assistance Act, having analyzed only seven of its 102 articles so far due to issues with clarity and legislative precision.

Feb 25 • 19:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Project Solo Vivo will provide technical assistance and mechanization to 600 producers in RJ in 2026

The Project Solo Vivo aims to assist 600 rural producers in Rio de Janeiro starting in 2026.

Feb 25 • 19:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

The Swiss government will pay $56,000 for the victims of the fire in Crans-Montana

The Swiss government announced it will provide $56,000 in financial assistance to families of the victims and those injured in a New Year's fire at a bar in Crans-Montana.

Feb 25 • 17:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Russia uses tunnels built with the help of jihadist groups to smuggle migrants into the EU

Russia, in collaboration with Belarus, is reportedly using tunnels built with jihadist group assistance to smuggle migrants into the EU as part of its hybrid warfare strategy.

Feb 25 • 17:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Juiz de Fora City Hall offers funeral aid to families of disaster victims

The Juiz de Fora City Hall has announced funeral assistance for families affected by the devastating rains this week.

Feb 25 • 16:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Juiz de Fora City Hall provides funeral assistance for families of disaster victims

The Juiz de Fora City Hall has introduced funeral assistance for the families of victims affected by a severe rainstorm that struck the city.

Feb 25 • 15:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

One in ten Brits prefer using AI for money help - reason why might surprise you

A recent poll reveals that 10% of Brits prefer AI assistance for financial advice, with half open to utilizing AI for managing money.

Feb 25 • 15:28 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Why should municipalities help companies when they gain nothing from it

The article discusses the reluctance of municipalities to support businesses, questioning the benefits they derive from such assistance.

Feb 25 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

G. Floridis - Exhumations in Tempi: 'If the tests cannot be performed in Greece, assistance will be sought from abroad'

Justice Minister George Floridis stated that if Greek laboratories cannot conduct certain tests requested by families, certified laboratories abroad will be sought for assistance regarding the exhumations of victims in Tempi.

Feb 25 • 14:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Cruel act against a puppy in Šiauliai: a cry for help and a wave of outrage on social media

Animal rescuers in Šiauliai reacted strongly to the abandonment of a puppy found tied to a pole, sparking outrage and calls for assistance in finding the owner.

Feb 25 • 14:49 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Crans-Montana, 50,000 francs to each affected family from Switzerland

The Swiss government has decided to provide 50,000 francs to each affected family in Crans-Montana, complementing existing local assistance measures.

Feb 25 • 13:59 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

End of Life: Two Activists Opposed to the Bill on Assistance in Dying Placed in Custody After an Unauthorized Gathering

Two activists opposing a bill on assisted dying were taken into custody after an unauthorized protest in front of the French National Assembly.

Feb 25 • 13:01 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Zelensky Met Støre: Thanks to Norway, We Got Through the Winter

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy credits Norwegian assistance as crucial for Ukraine's survival over the harsh winters amid ongoing conflict.

Feb 25 • 11:54 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much does the Back to Work program reach in March 2026

The Back to Work program provides informal workers with assistance of $78,000 in March 2026, unchanged since 2023.

Feb 25 • 10:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Income limits for student loan interest assistance will increase in March

The income limits for student loan interest assistance in Finland will rise in March, according to the Finnish Social Insurance Institution (Kela).

Feb 25 • 09:42 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

LIVE - End of life: the Assembly votes again on the law creating assistance to die

The French National Assembly is set to vote again on a significant law concerning the right to die, which has been debated for years and previously passed in its first reading, though certain contentious points remain.

Feb 25 • 08:59 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

51-year-old Thomas is a newly graduated social and health care assistant: "Suddenly I could afford to buy some underwear myself"

Thomas Neeson, a 51-year-old, reflects on his journey from a troubled youth in Christiania to recently graduating as a social and health care assistant, sharing insights into his newfound independence and dedication to caregiving.

Feb 25 • 07:42 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: All of Africa Today - February 25, 2026

The hunger crisis in Somalia has escalated, with food insecurity nearly doubling to 6.5 million people due to drought, conflict, and rising food prices.

Feb 25 • 07:02 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did PM Starmer say about the Russia-Ukraine war? See the world today

On the fourth anniversary of the Russia-Ukraine war, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed confidence in Ukraine's eventual victory and reiterated Britain's unwavering support with new military humanitarian assistance for Kyiv.

Feb 25 • 04:55 UTC

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