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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Entrepreneurship Award to Nikos Katradis

Nikos Katradis has been awarded the Entrepreneurship Award by the Academy of Greek Art Prizes, recognizing his extensive business career and social contributions in the local community of Piraeus.

Mar 2 • 06:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Vallecas is an open bar for the business of nightlife liquor stores

Residents of the San Diego neighborhood in Vallecas are concerned about the increase in 24-hour liquor stores impacting local businesses and community life.

Mar 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The rift has moved from politics to the economy: two 'Argentinas' in the same territory

Argentina is facing a pivotal year in its economic reconfiguration, marked by increased conflict between the government and certain sectors of the business community.

Mar 1 • 09:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With closed stores, Juiz de Fora (MG) still feels effects of rain days after damage

Juiz de Fora is facing the aftermath of severe flooding that has left many shops closed and resulted in over 60 fatalities in the region.

Feb 28 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Cutting of the New Year's Pie 2026 of the Executive MBA of the Athens University of Economics and Business

The Executive MBA program at the Athens University of Economics and Business successfully held its New Year's Pie cutting event, featuring about 200 participants from the university community.

Feb 27 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Business accelerator from the outskirts joins BNDES to support entrepreneurs

Entrepreneurs from Jardim Ângela in São Paulo can apply for a business acceleration program launched by BNDES in partnership with local producer A Banca.

Feb 27 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Kelowna business community pushes back against province’s proposed PST expansion

The Kelowna business community strongly opposes a proposed expansion of the provincial sales tax (PST) in British Columbia that would increase operational costs for local businesses.

Feb 27 • 01:48 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Extortion-related shootings forcing Surrey business owners to rethink decisions

Extortion-related shootings in Surrey are causing business owners to reconsider their investments and operations due to safety concerns.

Feb 26 • 19:20 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Saskatoon council approves drop-in centre relocation despite community concerns

Saskatoon's city council has approved the relocation of a drop-in centre to a downtown property despite local community pushback regarding safety and business impacts.

Feb 26 • 01:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Having your own business is the biggest dream of the periphery for 2026, says research

A recent survey reveals that owning a business is the top aspiration among residents of vulnerable communities in Brazil for 2026.

Feb 25 • 10:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The lumber market was reduced to ashes in a fierce fire

A devastating fire has engulfed the lumber market, causing significant destruction.

Feb 25 • 09:42 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Adventurous Shops and Friends of Reykjadalur Close Down This Summer

Several popular shops and social groups in Reykjadalur will close down this summer due to various challenges.

Feb 24 • 18:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Indian Restaurant Closes in London, Owner Accuses Pakistanis of Destroying It

An Indian restaurant in London, 'Rangrez', is closing after 16 years due to rising costs and alleged harassment by certain groups, including accusations against Pakistanis for creating turmoil.

Feb 24 • 10:27 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Venstre has doubled support from the business community in election year: See the donors here

Venstre has significantly increased its financial backing from companies during the election year, with major business lobby organizations leading the donations.

Feb 23 • 12:32 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Leading companies and the fundamental role of their executives

The article discusses the pivotal role that leading companies and their executives play in driving economic and social development in modern countries through innovation, competitiveness, and community engagement.

Feb 22 • 23:37 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korean business community worries about tariff instability

The South Korean automotive industry expresses concerns over potential fluctuations in tariffs following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that may disrupt previously negotiated tariff agreements.

Feb 22 • 08:20 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Sad loss - well-known businessman V. Macijauskas has died

V. Macijauskas, a prominent Lithuanian businessman and community leader, has passed away.

Feb 21 • 14:33 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Leasing offer sparks fears major Launceston retailer may exit CBD

The potential leasing of the Myer building in Launceston raises concerns about the retailer's future in the CBD and the impact on the local economy.

Feb 20 • 21:21 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Carlos Cueva González: 'You cannot be a good businessman if you do not first seek to be a good person'

Carlos Cueva González emphasizes the importance of personal values and reputation in business, asserting that integrity and community focus drive success.

Feb 19 • 17:27 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Example of Latgalian Hospitality. The Stašulāns Family Makes Guests Feel at Home Like at Grandma's

The Stašulāns family in Preiļi, Latvia, showcases a family-run hospitality business that emphasizes teamwork and community spirit in the Latgalian region.

Feb 19 • 06:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Controversial PIP Act Adopted by the Government. Employers Criticize the Decision

A new law concerning the National Labour Inspectorate (PIP) in Poland has been adopted despite objections from the business community, which claims insufficient time for feedback.

Feb 18 • 09:10 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Council scraps 4-day work week plan after backlash

Launceston City Council has abandoned plans for a four-day work week due to strong opposition from the business community.

Feb 18 • 03:37 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Halifax bar closes after sewage backup, but it’s unclear who will pay to fix it

A downtown Halifax bar, Rumours, is temporarily closed due to a sewage backup, causing significant financial losses for the owners.

Feb 17 • 21:14 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Abdul Rauf left his mark on the capital

Abdul Rauf, a notable Pakistani-Norwegian businessman, passed away at the age of 88, remembered for his exceptional contributions to the community and his inspiring work ethic.

Feb 17 • 18:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

American store fired a beloved cat, people are signing a petition

A beloved cat at an American store was fired, leading to widespread support from the public who are now signing a petition.

Feb 17 • 11:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Sharp criticism: millions of euros for the innovation lab, but where are the results?

The Accelerate Estonia innovation lab, funded for six years by the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Communications, has drawn millions from the state budget without evident outcomes in terms of economic success and innovation, according to business owners.

Feb 17 • 08:55 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Malawi: Expose - the Kwacha's Secret Fall--Why the MRA and RBM Are Speaking Different Languages

Malawi's financial institutions are at odds over the true value of the Kwacha, leading to confusion in the business community.

Feb 16 • 11:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The money is running out - the business community sees labor immigration as the solution

Swedish business leaders view labor immigration as a solution to a budgetary crisis that limits public spending options.

Feb 16 • 07:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK's top 25 'pub capitals' ranked - see if your town has made the cut

The UK has ranked its top 25 towns based on the concentration of pubs, amidst challenging conditions for the pub industry.

Feb 15 • 07:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Raúl Medina Mora Icaza passes away, business chambers confirm and mourn death

The business community in Mexico is mourning the death of Raúl Medina Mora Icaza, confirmed by the Consejo Coordinador Empresarial (CCE).

Feb 14 • 05:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Residents in areas with Carnival blocks in São Paulo report chaos due to lack of portable toilets

Residents and business owners around Carnival block hotspots in São Paulo are frustrated with the lack of adequate sanitation facilities, turning streets into open bathrooms.

Feb 13 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Reemigrants: Starting a business in Latvia after many years away is not easy

The article discusses the challenges faced by reemigrants in Latvia who are trying to restart their businesses after living abroad for many years.

Feb 13 • 02:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Athens Chamber of Commerce: All that happened during the cutting of the New Year's cake – Who was present

The Athens Chamber of Commerce held a New Year's cake cutting event attended by numerous political leaders, ministers, and members of the academic community to celebrate its centenary and outline future goals.

Feb 12 • 13:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

After two years of suffering... major efforts to remove 'mountains of waste' from the center of Gaza

Efforts are underway in Gaza to remove a large waste dump that has caused significant distress to local businesses and residents.

Feb 12 • 08:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Proposed Amendments to the Penal Code Favorable to a Doctor Awaiting Sentencing for Drug Handling

Proposed amendments to Lithuania's Penal Code could lead to a more lenient sentence for biomedicine doctorate Ada Darinskas, who has connections to a well-known figure in the local business community, as stated by a legal committee official.

Feb 12 • 06:26 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Objections against the idea of establishing a gravestone trade in the center of Preiļi

Residents of Preiļi are voicing strong objections to the proposal of selling gravestones in the city's central square, highlighting the area's inappropriateness for such a business.

Feb 11 • 02:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Iconic garden centre set to close this year in 'sad loss' for locals

The Woburn Sands Garden Centre in Milton Keynes will close permanently due to financial difficulties, marking a significant loss for the community.

Feb 10 • 11:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Jens Andreas Wilhelmsen was a pillar for family, friends, and business associates

Jens Andreas Wilhelmsen, a significant figure in the Norwegian community in London, passed away at the age of 69.

Feb 9 • 18:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The business community faces backlash over 'self-serving' public opinion campaigns

The South Korean government is pushing back against what it describes as deceptive public opinion campaigns by the business community, particularly following a controversy involving the Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Feb 9 • 06:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From 'CEO' to 'Gas Station Attendant': Community Dogs Receive Care in Businesses of Interior São Paulo

A community dog named Boleto has been adopted by a variety store in Avaré, São Paulo, where he enjoys being pampered by employees.

Feb 7 • 11:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Labor Reform Under Scrutiny: The Key Points Questioned by Unions and the Internal Business Debate on the Changes

In the lead-up to a Senate debate, Argentina's labor reform project is creating tensions and divisions within political power, labor unions, and the business community.

Feb 7 • 09:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From 200 trays of eggs to a successful business: the career turnaround

The Wiitch Plant group, formed by visionary female entrepreneurs in North São Paulo, is transforming entrepreneurship through eco-friendly and charitable projects that create a positive impact on the community and environment.

Feb 6 • 20:28 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Can the business community trust Aftenposten?

The article argues against Aftenposten's portrayal of the Progress Party as a threat to business predictability, clarifying that the party has not voted to stop the electrification of Melkøya.

Feb 6 • 15:46 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Population Decline, AI, Foreign Talent... Economic Community Discusses Social Issues at Seminar in Kyoto

Business leaders gathered in Kyoto to discuss six social challenges, including population decline and workforce shortages, at the Kansai Economic Seminar hosted by the Kansai Economic Federation.

Feb 6 • 08:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Aegean – UoA partnership for linking the academic community with the labor market

A memorandum of cooperation aimed at strengthening the connection between the academic community and the labor market was signed by Aegean and the Athens University of Economics and Business.

Feb 5 • 13:20 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Winners of the "Baiba Award" will receive specially designed gold and silver brooches

The "Baiba Award" invites Latvian citizens to nominate outstanding women in business until February 9, honoring those who have made a significant impact in their fields.

Feb 4 • 13:25 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Shoppers devastated as 'time has come' to close popular family-run store

Clarkes of Sussex, a beloved family-run art and stationary store in Burgess Hill, West Sussex, has announced its permanent closure after over 40 years, leaving shoppers heartbroken.

Feb 3 • 11:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

"Every story requires responsibility from those who live it," says Priscilla Ávila

Priscilla Ávila emphasizes the importance of responsibility in storytelling as part of the Wiitch Plant initiative, which connects visionary entrepreneurs in São Paulo's northern coast to create eco-friendly and charitable business projects that positively impact the community and environment.

Feb 2 • 18:43 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Mamdani’s class warfare against New York businesses is ‘economic vandalism’

The article critiques New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani's economic policies as harmful to the business community, indicating a significant negative shift since his election.

Feb 2 • 10:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

About 900 people now have legal residency in Grindavík

Grindavík's mayor reported that around 900 people have legal residency in the town, with optimism about future developments and new businesses opening despite only around 400 having permanent residency.

Jan 23 • 20:06 UTC

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