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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Startup, an entrepreneur can open online in 48 hours, with an expense of 100 euros

A new regulatory proposal allows entrepreneurs in Europe to set up online businesses in just 48 hours for a fee of 100 euros, although opinions on its effectiveness vary.

Mar 22 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Projects in the Nuremberg Area: Here You Can Now Park in Front of the Supermarket After Work

Nuremberg, Erlangen, and Fรผrth are launching a pilot project that allows residents to use supermarket parking lots after business hours to alleviate parking shortages in densely populated areas.

Mar 19 โ€ข 07:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Brussels launches the EU Inc model, a virtual regime to create companies in 48 hours for 100 euros across the EU

The European Commission has introduced the EU Inc model, enabling the creation of companies within 48 hours at a cost of 100 euros, aimed at enhancing the single market by reducing administrative barriers.

Mar 18 โ€ข 15:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

EU Inc. - A Company in 48 Hours and One Market for the Entire EU

The European Commission introduces EU Inc., a new initiative aimed at simplifying the business registration process across the EU, allowing entrepreneurs to establish companies online within 48 hours.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

From anywhere in the EU and fully online. A company can be established in the Union within 48 hours

The EU announces that it will facilitate the establishment of companies, allowing formation within 48 hours from any EU member state.

Mar 18 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

Brussels presents its major bet to boost company creation: establish companies "in 48 hours, at a cost of 100 euros and all in digital format"

The European Commission has unveiled EU Inc., a new corporate law framework aimed at simplifying the process of establishing companies in the EU.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Simplified Regulatory Framework: Start-ups Should Be Able to Establish Themselves in 48 Hours

The EU plans to streamline the establishment process for start-ups, allowing them to register their businesses entirely online within 48 hours.

Mar 18 โ€ข 11:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Public places in Guayaquil closed earlier this Sunday

On March 15, 2026, businesses and public spaces in Guayaquil adjusted their hours and closed earlier ahead of a curfew set to begin that night.

Mar 16 โ€ข 03:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

End of 6x1 work schedule will not have compensation for companies, says Minister of Labor and Employment

The Brazilian Minister of Labor and Employment, Luiz Marinho, announced that there will be no financial compensation for companies affected by the end of the '6x1' work schedule.

Mar 13 โ€ข 21:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Mum makes ยฃ2k a month working just three hours a day โ€“ and anyone can do it

A Kent mother has turned her side hustle of selling pre-loved clothing online into a lucrative business, earning up to ยฃ2,000 a month while working just three hours a day.

Mar 13 โ€ข 12:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Business Leaders Fear Vote on 6x1 Workday in Election Year in the Country

One hundred organizations from Brazil's productive sector have signed a manifesto for the modernization of work hours amidst discussions about ending the 6x1 work schedule.

Mar 3 โ€ข 20:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Companies Prepare for Reduction of Working Hours from 48 to 40: Anticipate 25% Increase in Labor Costs

A reform in Mexico is set to reduce the weekly working hours from 48 to 40, leading companies to anticipate significant increases in labor costs and make operational adjustments.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Companies want to change PEC 6x1 to allow schedules and work limits by sector and region

At least 60 business organizations in Brazil are advocating for a focus on job preservation and productivity in discussions about work hours.

Feb 28 โ€ข 17:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Supermarkets will open earlier and close later to compensate for closed Sundays in ES; see the hours

Supermarkets in Espรญrito Santo, Brazil, will adjust their hours to open earlier and close later in response to being closed on Sundays starting March 1st.

Feb 28 โ€ข 13:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Milei achieves the largest labor reform in 50 years: cheaper layoffs and workdays of up to 12 hours

The Argentine government has passed a significant labor reform that lowers severance costs and extends work hours, prompting concerns over worker rights.

Feb 28 โ€ข 01:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Supermarket BH shelves collapse during business hours in Cariacica

A shelf collapsed at Supermercados BH in Cariacica, Brazil, but no injuries were reported as the situation was promptly managed by staff.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The 40-hour workday: between social justice and business reality

The Mexican Chamber of Deputies approved a historic reform to gradually reduce the workweek from 48 to 40 hours by 2030, reflecting broad political consensus on expanding labor rights.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Reduction of working hours to 40 hours a week could increase business costs by up to R$ 267 billion per year, says CNI

The Brazilian National Confederation of Industry estimates that reducing the workweek from 44 to 40 hours could raise formal employee costs by R$ 178.2 billion to R$ 267.2 billion annually.

Feb 23 โ€ข 15:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Now the pharmacist of a loss-making pharmacy speaks โ€“ works even 70 hours a week

Tapio Heilala, the pharmacist at Porvoon Vanha Apteekki, reveals he worked up to 70 hours a week as his pharmacy faced a loss of about 50,000 euros last year.

Feb 22 โ€ข 07:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Free parking is coming back to Helsingรธr's town center

Drivers in Helsingรธr will soon enjoy two hours of free parking in the town center again, as the local council prepares to change parking regulations that have been in place since April 2024.

Feb 17 โ€ข 08:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Problems at Hotel Leikari in Kotka โ€“ Working hours logged incorrectly and tax debts with the Chinese restaurant renovation company

The Hotel Leikari in Kotka faces labor protection issues identified during inspections, with the hotel and restaurant business partly Chinese-owned.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Presidents' Day 2026: What's Open and Closed in the U.S. on February 16

On Presidents' Day 2026, many government offices and public services in the United States will be closed, while the retail sector will likely hold special promotions.

Feb 15 โ€ข 00:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

See what opens and what closes during Carnival 2026 in Ribeirรฃo Preto and Franca

Carnival 2026 will lead to altered business hours in Ribeirรฃo Preto and Franca, with essential services operating normally and shops having varied hours.

Feb 13 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Arrested After 4 Days, Released in Hours... How Did Billionaire Businessmanโ€™s Son Shivam Mishra Avoid Going to Jail?

Shivam Mishra, the son of a billionaire tobacco businessman in Kanpur, was arrested in connection with a Lamborghini accident but was released on bail just hours later by the court.

Feb 12 โ€ข 12:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Check what opens and what closes in Greater Recife during Carnival

This article outlines the operating hours of various businesses and public services in Greater Recife during the Carnival period.

Feb 12 โ€ข 07:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Work more? More than every second German prefers to work less than 35 hours

A recent survey reveals that more than half of Germans prefer working less than 35 hours a week, despite economic warnings from business leaders.

Feb 8 โ€ข 07:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

NRK: Proposes serving alcohol until 06:00 in Oslo during the World Cup

Oslo's Cultural and Business Council proposes extending alcohol service hours until 6:00 AM during the summer World Cup, applicable to venues showing matches.

Feb 6 โ€ข 06:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Are you going shopping at Carnival? See the business hours in Piracicaba

Commercial establishments in Piracicaba will operate during Carnival 2026, with specific hours outlined and provisions for employees who worked on a municipal holiday.

Feb 5 โ€ข 20:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Small business owners say, 'The amendment to the Distribution Act threatens our survival... discussions must stop immediately'

As discussions on amending the Distribution Industry Development Act to allow online orders and deliveries outside of large mart operating hours proceed, small business groups express growing opposition fearing it will further weaken local economies instead of regulating platform companies like Coupang.

Feb 5 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why was a businessman airlifted stuck in traffic on the expressway?

A businessman, Dr. Sudhir Mehta, was airlifted after being stuck for about eight hours in heavy traffic on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.

Feb 5 โ€ข 08:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Businessman stuck in 8-hour traffic jam on Mumbai-Pune Expressway airlifted by helicopter

Dr. Sudhir Mehta, chairman of Pinnacle Group, was airlifted by helicopter after being stuck in traffic for eight hours on the Mumbai-Pune Expressway.

Feb 4 โ€ข 17:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Life & Tech

I spotted a post on Facebook now I save myself a whole week of work a year

Business owner Helene Fleming claims that by switching to digital tax, she saves an estimated 40 hours annually on financial administration.

Jan 12 โ€ข 19:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
National & Local

Mercadona announces new special hours in January for its supermarkets

Mercadona has announced a new closing time starting January 2, resuming its normal operating hours from 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM after the New Year holiday.

Jan 2 โ€ข 09:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
Life & Tech

New Year's Eve: Until what time will stores and supermarkets be open

On New Year's Eve, stores across the country will operate on festive hours for last-minute shopping, staying open from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with closures on New Year's Day and January 2 for business inventory.

Dec 31 โ€ข 07:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Supermarket hours today (31/12): What time do stores close on New Year's Eve

Supermarkets will have festive hours on New Year's Eve and will remain closed on New Year's Day and January 2 for business inventory.

Dec 31 โ€ข 06:05 UTC

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