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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Gold bars appear in Osaka with a clear request: modernize the pipes

Osaka received an anonymous donation of 21 kilos of gold bars dedicated to improving its aging water pipe infrastructure.

Feb 26 • 19:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From the North to the stages of the country: Roger Siqueira strengthens Amazonian humor

Roger Siqueira has successfully transitioned from performing in local bars in Manaus to embarking on national stand-up tours, promoting Amazonian cultural identity through humor.

Feb 26 • 16:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Three men are arrested with 188 bars of marijuana in a PM operation in Greater BH

Three men were arrested in a police operation against drug trafficking in Contagem, Brazil, where 188 bars of marijuana were seized.

Feb 26 • 10:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Popular UK nightclub chain with 34 venues announces more closures

The UK nightclub chain Popworld has announced the closure of its Bournemouth venue as part of a strategy by owner Stonegate to sell over 1,000 pubs and bars to reduce debt.

Feb 25 • 20:10 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Mazzariello, an ironic journey to the Ariston: singing in front of laundries and bars before the festival

Young singer-songwriter Mazzariello performs in front of local laundries and bars in a playful lead-up to the Sanremo festival.

Feb 25 • 17:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Imperia Bar: A bar that doesn’t take itself too seriously

Imperia Bar in Munich offers a unique blend of experiences beyond typical bar offerings, including flower arranging, pasta, bingo, and fashion shows, all while operating in a space that will eventually be demolished.

Feb 25 • 16:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Vilnius detectives solved a murder, and the suspect is behind bars

Detectives in Vilnius have arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a 43-year-old man found dead in a bathtub.

Feb 25 • 15:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Paedophile, 44, who plied 15-year-old with drugs before rape attack dies behind bars

Robert Kennedy, a convicted rapist, has died in prison while serving a seven-year sentence for raping a 15-year-old girl in Glasgow.

Feb 25 • 09:56 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Huge UK chain with 77 restaurants and bars announces closure – shutting in days

Slug & Lettuce, a popular UK bar and restaurant chain, is set to close its Bournemouth location due to financial losses incurred by its parent company, Stonegate Group.

Feb 25 • 08:22 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Disappeared Gold Bars Worth 1.3 Billion Yen: The Unbanked's Owner Project Dilemma

Unbanked, a company listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, faces financial turmoil after losing over 1.3 billion yen in transactions involving unmarked gold bars.

Feb 24 • 21:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

In the Age of AI, Robots Invaded Bars and Homes

The article discusses the rise of robotic bartenders like Makr Shakr, highlighting their capabilities in cocktail mixing as a modern advancement reminiscent of historical automated machines.

Feb 24 • 19:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man with electronic ankle bracelet arrested with bars of marijuana in São José da Safira

A man with an electronic ankle bracelet was arrested in São José da Safira, Brazil, for drug trafficking after a police operation following an anonymous tip-off.

Feb 24 • 18:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

11 new dining places and bars you will want to know in Copenhagen

A new guide features 11 recently opened and upcoming dining spots and bars in Copenhagen.

Feb 24 • 13:31 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Here are 11 new dining places and bars you would like to know in Copenhagen

The article highlights eleven newly opened eateries and bars in Copenhagen, showcasing exciting options for locals and visitors alike.

Feb 24 • 13:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

After killing a bar owner, suspect went drinking in another establishment in Vila Velha; video shows arrest

A suspect in the murder of a bar owner in Vila Velha, Brazil, was arrested after reportedly going to another bar to drink, where he revealed the murder weapon.

Feb 24 • 10:44 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Digital Payments Driving Nigeria's Nightlife - Moniepoint

A study by Moniepoint indicates that digital payments are increasingly dominating Nigeria's nightlife economy, especially in local bars and community venues.

Feb 24 • 09:42 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The mysterious donor had only one request: take the gold and fix the sewage system

A mysterious donor anonymously gifted the city of Osaka, Japan, 21 kilograms of gold bars worth $3.6 million, requesting that the money be used to repair the city's neglected water and sewage systems.

Feb 24 • 04:02 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Judge Bars Release of Report on Trump’s Handling of Classified Documents

A federal judge has permanently prohibited the Department of Justice from releasing a report regarding former President Donald Trump’s mishandling of classified documents.

Feb 24 • 02:56 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

U.S. judge permanently bars release of report on Trump document case

A U.S. judge has permanently blocked the release of a prosecutorial report detailing allegations against Trump related to the unlawful retention of classified documents.

Feb 23 • 15:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

The guilt of the thieves who robbed an elderly couple in Utena district will be paid for behind bars

A court upheld the prison sentences for two women convicted of robbing an elderly couple in the Utena district of Lithuania.

Feb 23 • 13:45 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Firefighters Were Needed at the Kaišiadorys and Jonava Police Stations: They Had to Cut Bars

Firefighters were called to police stations in the Kaunas region to cut through holding cell bars.

Feb 23 • 05:58 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Namibia Bars Foreign Nationals From Top Bank Jobs As Shafudah Pushes 70% Local Leadership

Namibia's government has enacted regulations requiring that at least 70% of top banking positions be held by Namibians, effectively barring foreign nationals from these roles unless their skills are not available locally.

Feb 23 • 05:27 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Hochul suspends New York liquor law to let bars open early for Olympic hockey game amid blizzard forecast

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has suspended state liquor laws to allow early opening of bars for the U.S. Olympic hockey game, but this exemption does not apply to areas under a blizzard state of emergency.

Feb 22 • 12:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Dominique Pelicot's sick prison life - letters about wife, fantasies and lags repulsed

The article discusses the torment faced by Gisèle Pelicot from her husband, Dominique, who is imprisoned for years of abuse and is still emotionally manipulating her from behind bars.

Feb 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Taking the rhyme and reason of rap behind bars to help young offenders

A rap program at the Riverina Youth Justice Centre aims to reduce recidivism among young offenders by providing a creative outlet through music.

Feb 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Venezuela claims to have released another 80 prisoners, but hundreds more are still waiting for the regime to comply with the amnesty law

Venezuela has announced the release of 80 more prisoners, but many remain behind bars as the government has not fully implemented the amnesty law intended to protect political prisoners.

Feb 21 • 23:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

When Canada Plays Hockey, It Hits Every Guy - Beer to the Machine by Exception Law

A new exception law in Ontario allows bars to serve alcohol starting early on Sunday for the Olympic hockey final between Canada and the USA.

Feb 21 • 20:12 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Latvian fans and other tourists increase the profit of Milan's bars and cafes

Tourists, particularly Latvians, have significantly boosted the profits of bars and cafes in Milan during the Olympic Games.

Feb 21 • 16:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Luxury hotel in Macau tore gold bars from the floor and sold them, which decorated its lobby

A luxury hotel in Macau removed gold bars from its lobby floor and sold them under controversial circumstances.

Feb 21 • 09:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Venezuela under pressure from the USA granted amnesty to 379 political prisoners. However, others are still behind bars

Venezuelan authorities granted amnesty to 379 political prisoners, but many others remain incarcerated as the government responds to pressure from the United States.

Feb 21 • 07:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Eggs or cereal bars? Chicken or whey? Nutritionist compares proteins in foods and supplements

A nutritionist compares the protein content and nutritional value of various foods and supplements, highlighting the differences between natural sources and processed products.

Feb 21 • 07:01 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario bars can open at 6 a.m. Sunday to host Team Canada watch parties

Ontario bars will be allowed to open at 6 a.m. to serve alcohol during the men’s Olympic hockey gold medal game.

Feb 20 • 21:24 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

The Danish Health Authority warns against puff bars and e-cigarettes after a death

The Danish Health Authority has issued a warning regarding illegal liquids for puff bars and e-cigarettes following a death linked to synthetic cannabinoids.

Feb 20 • 19:28 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Death prompts Health Authority to Warn about Puff Bars and E-Cigarettes

The Danish Health Authority has issued a warning regarding illegal liquids for puff bars and e-cigarettes following a death linked to synthetic cannabinoids.

Feb 20 • 19:19 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Behind bars, Bolsonaro teaches Flávio to reflect on himself

Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro is reportedly using his time in prison to mentor his son Flávio on political strategies as Flávio prepares for his presidential run.

Feb 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Osaka stunned by anonymous gift of gold bars to fix ageing water pipes

Osaka received a donation of gold bars worth 560 million yen to fund the repair of its ageing water pipes.

Feb 20 • 12:24 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Financial Troubles for the Company Managing Well-Known Bars in Vilnius and Klaipeda: Bankruptcy Looms

The financial report highlights the impending bankruptcy risk facing the company 'Sėkmės tiltas,' which manages popular bars in Lithuania, due to significant debts and liquidity issues.

Feb 20 • 11:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Mystery Donation: Gold Bars to the Waterworks

Osaka received an anonymous donation of gold bars valued at approximately €3.1 million for the repair of its aging water supply system.

Feb 20 • 11:15 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The Hidden Man Gave Gold Bars to Repair the City’s Water Pipes

A hidden man donated 21 kilograms of gold bars worth approximately 445 million Icelandic krónur to fund repairs for Osaka's aging water supply system.

Feb 20 • 10:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Bars on the Windows, No Textbooks. Hradec Students Experienced a Remarkable Internship in South Africa

Students from Hradec Králové had a unique and profound internship experience in South Africa.

Feb 20 • 06:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bars in São Paulo unite wine and food successfully

New bars in São Paulo are successfully pairing wine with food, enhancing the dining experience.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Justice bars medical entity from offering specialist title to doctors

Brazil's federal court has prohibited the Ordem Médica Brasileira from advertising or offering specialist titles, ruling it lacks legal authority to do so.

Feb 19 • 23:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Former Prince Andrew is behind bars, Britain is shaking at its foundations. Heads are rolling in America

The arrest of Prince Andrew, former Duke of York and younger brother of King Charles III, has sparked strong reactions, especially from the family of Virginia Giuffre, a notable victim of Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 19 • 18:08 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Point N: The brother of the British king has ended up behind bars. No one is untouchable, victims of the Epstein case hope

The brother of the British king, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, has been arrested over allegations related to abuse of power, marking a significant moment for the British royal family.

Feb 19 • 17:16 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Beautifully Stupid: Can This Go Away?

A man in Torre Lapillo, Italy accidentally threw away gold bars worth 130,000 euros, prompting retrieval efforts by authorities.

Feb 19 • 14:19 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The Secret of Presidential Hair: Jun Sok-yol Received Life Imprisonment Instead of Death Penalty, but Likely Won't Die Behind Bars

Former South Korean President Jun Sok-yol was sentenced to life in prison instead of the death penalty, symbolically reflected in his greying hair that represents his political downfall.

Feb 19 • 13:42 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Asylum seeker from Moldova presented fake documents to border guards - the man ended up behind bars

A Moldovan asylum seeker has been detained for presenting counterfeit documents to Lithuanian border guards after escaping from a reception center.

Feb 19 • 12:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Experts speak out about former Prince Andrew's detention: it becomes clear how long he may be behind bars

Experts discuss the implications and potential duration of former Prince Andrew's detention following allegations of misconduct in public office.

Feb 19 • 11:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Health Ministry maintains refusal and bars new drug to protect kidneys of diabetics in SUS

The Brazilian Health Ministry has decided not to incorporate finerenone, a drug for chronic kidney disease associated with type 2 diabetes, into the Unified Health System (SUS).

Feb 19 • 10:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Consumer will reject the end of the 6x1 work schedule when they understand they will pay for it, says president of the association of bars and restaurants

Paulo Solmucci, president of the Brazilian Association of Bars and Restaurants, criticizes the debate over the end of the 6x1 work schedule, warning that consumers will resist the change once they realize the economic implications.

Feb 19 • 08:41 UTC

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