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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

'Youth Microfinance' expanded from 30 billion to 300 billion... Interest support for residents outside the capital area strengthened

The scale of microfinance supply for the youth is set to be expanded from 30 billion to 300 billion won by 2028, with additional interest reductions for young self-employed individuals in non-capital areas.

Mar 23 • 06:56 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Missile attack on the capital of Saudi Arabia

Two ballistic missiles were fired towards Riyadh, Saudi Arabia's capital, with one intercepted and the other landing in an uninhabited area.

Mar 23 • 03:19 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO AND GALLERY ⟩ Syringes and other ugliness catch the eye in the summer capital

In Pärnu’s city center, contrasting realities are visible just steps from a busy shopping area, highlighting issues of urban neglect and waste.

Mar 19 • 21:59 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Wike urges FCT residents to back Tinubu, cites infrastructure gains

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has called on residents to support President Bola Tinubu, emphasizing the ongoing infrastructure improvements in the area.

Mar 18 • 18:52 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Beirut building collapses amid fresh Israeli strikes in capital city's centre

A building in the center of Beirut has collapsed following recent Israeli strikes in the area.

Mar 18 • 11:33 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

First Woman Appointed Chief of Police

Þóra Jónasdóttir has become the first woman to be appointed as Chief of Police in Iceland's capital area police department.

Mar 16 • 16:48 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

"It is not true that private health clinics are outperforming"

The CEO of the capital area health care service disputes claims that private health clinics are offering better services than public ones amid significant wait times for medical appointments.

Mar 13 • 21:24 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Wike assures FCT council chairmen of cooperation

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has pledged cooperation with newly elected Area Council chairmen regardless of political affiliations.

Mar 12 • 09:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Wike pledges cooperation with FCT council chairmen

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, has committed to working collaboratively with newly elected Area Council chairmen to foster development in Abuja, regardless of political differences.

Mar 11 • 13:58 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

Israeli attacks on Beirut

Israel has conducted attacks on the Lebanese capital after warning civilians to evacuate the area, leading to widespread displacement.

Mar 10 • 13:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

People Want to Move Here Now – The Ranking of One Area Surprises

Demand for rental apartments has fluctuated in Finland's capital region, with Espoo experiencing a notable increase in housing searches, while Vantaa saw a significant decline.

Mar 10 • 07:53 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

One killed in Iranian attack on Bahrain's capital

An Iranian attack on a residential area in Bahrain's capital, Manama, has resulted in one death and several injuries, according to the country's interior ministry.

Mar 9 • 22:31 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

All lines are affected: Train impacted by major problems in the capital area

All S-train lines in the greater Copenhagen area are experiencing irregularities and delays due to a malfunction in the signaling system.

Mar 9 • 07:04 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

All lines are affected: Trains hit by major problems in the capital area

All S-train lines in the Copenhagen area are currently experiencing irregularities and delays due to a signal system failure at Copenhagen Central Station.

Mar 9 • 07:04 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Icy conditions widely across the capital area and elsewhere in the country

There are widespread icy conditions in the capital area and other parts of Iceland.

Mar 8 • 01:37 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Where is the area in Japan with the least pollen? Is it in the capital region? It has been revealed from past data.

A recent study reveals that the least pollen falls in Ibusuki, Kagoshima Prefecture, where no pollen was recorded, contrasting with Aomori Prefecture, which had the highest pollen counts.

Mar 5 • 23:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Don’t be an away chairman, Wike warns Kuje chairman-elect

Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, advises the newly elected Kuje Area Council chairman to stay connected with constituents after taking office.

Mar 5 • 17:06 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Train Chaos in the Capital Region

A power outage has disrupted local train services in the Helsinki metropolitan area, causing delays and cancellations.

Mar 5 • 07:57 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Six times a football stadium: this will be the $100 million mall whose construction has already begun in Portoviejo

Construction has commenced on the Capital Shopping mall in Portoviejo, Ecuador, which will span the equivalent of six football stadiums and is expected to significantly alter the urban landscape of the area.

Mar 3 • 15:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A new 'Hyper Norfa' opens in Kaunas: this will be the first store of this chain in the temporary capital

The newly opened 'Hyper Norfa' in Kaunas features 13 self-service and 4 traditional checkouts, and boasts a new culinary area and bakery, aiming to blend functionality with aesthetic appeal.

Mar 3 • 07:41 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Snowfall widespread but bright south of the Highlands

Iceland is experiencing significant snowfall in the capital area, with forecasts predicting varied weather conditions across the country.

Mar 1 • 07:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: Strengthen electoral integrity, observers urge INEC

Election observers in Nigeria have called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to enhance electoral integrity after assessing the recent Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.

Feb 26 • 05:16 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Yellow warning in the capital area due to snowfall

A yellow warning has been issued in the Icelandic capital region for significant snowfall, expected to cause traffic disruptions until the evening.

Feb 25 • 14:05 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

It will start to snow in the capital area around noon today

Snow is expected to begin falling in the Reykjavík capital area around noon today.

Feb 25 • 08:46 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Snow in the capital area today and tomorrow

Snow is expected in the capital area of Iceland today and tomorrow, with potential for children to enjoy sledding.

Feb 25 • 08:10 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Warning of challenging conditions in the capital area

The Road Administration warns of difficult driving conditions in the upper regions of the capital area due to expected snowfall.

Feb 24 • 16:05 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The capital's newest café is already a hit

A new café in the Nørrebro area of Copenhagen is quickly becoming popular for its inviting atmosphere and affordable food options.

Feb 23 • 08:50 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: Nigerians now know ruling, real opposition parties – Wike

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, praised President Bola Tinubu for the successful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja, which showcased the political landscape of Nigeria.

Feb 22 • 20:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: Real Nigerians have spoken, Keyamo dismisses critics

Festus Keyamo, Nigeria's Minister of Aviation, commended residents of the Federal Capital Territory for their participation in area council elections while criticizing those who claim to represent national opinions without a mandate.

Feb 22 • 18:23 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FULL LIST: APC wins five FCT councils, PDP one

The All Progressives Congress won five out of six chairmanship seats in the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections, with the Peoples Democratic Party winning one.

Feb 22 • 15:30 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Four Wildfires in One Day: "Let’s Just Lay Down and Pray for Snow"

The capital area's fire department has extinguished four wildfires within a single day amid unusually dry conditions.

Feb 22 • 13:20 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: APC candidate wins Abaji Area Council chairmanship election

Umar Abdullahi Abubakar of the APC has been declared the winner of the chairmanship election for the Abaji Area Council in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.

Feb 22 • 11:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT Decides: APC candidate wins Bwari Area Council chairmanship election

Joshua Ishaku of the APC has won the Bwari Area Council chairmanship election in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.

Feb 22 • 09:10 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Three wildfires within a day

The capital area's fire department responded to three wildfires in under 24 hours, with two occurring the night before and one in the early morning in Hvalfjörður.

Feb 22 • 07:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Votes sold for up to ₦10,000 in FCT poll — CSO

An election monitoring group in Nigeria claimed that votes were sold for as much as ₦10,000 during the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.

Feb 21 • 20:55 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: INEC uploads chairmanship results on IReV

The Independent National Electoral Commission has started posting results for the Federal Capital Territory Area Council chairmanship elections on its Result Viewing portal.

Feb 21 • 20:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Wike praises peaceful election, laments low turnout in Abuja

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, commended the peaceful conduct of the Area Council elections in Abuja but expressed concern over low voter turnout, particularly in the city center.

Feb 21 • 16:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC praises orderly voting in FCT area council election

The Commandant of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps commended the orderly conduct of voters and security personnel during the Area Council elections in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory.

Feb 21 • 15:41 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PHOTOS: Party agents hail INEC for smooth FCT council poll

Party agents have praised the Independent National Electoral Commission for the smooth conduct of the Area Council elections in the Federal Capital Territory, Nigeria, noting a moderate voter turnout and peaceful atmosphere at polling stations.

Feb 21 • 14:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PDP chieftain, ZLP, NNPP agents commend INEC for peaceful Abuja voting

Julius Adamu, a former PDP chairmanship aspirant, praises the Independent National Electoral Commission for the peaceful conduct of the Federal Capital Territory area council elections in Abuja.

Feb 21 • 12:50 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT Poll: Low voter turnout recorded in Karu

Voting in the Karu area of Abuja commenced with significant delays due to low voter turnout during the Federal Capital Territory Area Council elections.

Feb 21 • 11:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The area that will become the global capital of data centers by 2030

Northern Virginia, currently the world's largest data center market, faces competition from Texas and other states as tech companies seek better resources and incentives.

Feb 20 • 11:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Headquarters of Tarcísio's government in the center is approved by 64% of residents of São Paulo, says Datafolha

A new headquarters for the São Paulo state government in the capital's central area has received a 64% approval rating from residents, according to a Datafolha survey commissioned by the administration of Tarcísio de Freitas.

Feb 20 • 02:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

FCT poll: 3,345 BVAS deployed, movement restricted

The Independent National Electoral Commission has deployed 3,345 Bimodal Voter Accreditation Systems for the Federal Capital Territory area councils election to ensure a transparent electoral process.

Feb 19 • 00:03 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PHOTOS: INEC chairman visits FCT area councils ahead of Saturday poll

The Chairman of INEC, Prof. Joash Amupitan, visited various Area Councils in the Federal Capital Territory to ensure electoral readiness for the upcoming elections.

Feb 17 • 22:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Vape capital of Britain' with 54 e-cigarette stores packed into two streets

The area of Cheetham Hill in Greater Manchester has become known as the 'Vape District', with 54 e-cigarette stores concentrated in just two streets, raising concerns among locals.

Feb 17 • 14:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rain leaves more than 70,000 homes without electricity in the capital and Greater São Paulo

Severe rain caused widespread power outages affecting over 70,000 homes in São Paulo and its metropolitan area.

Feb 16 • 22:41 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

High levels of particulate matter in the capital region

The article reports on elevated levels of particulate matter in the Reykjavík capital area, indicating potential environmental and health concerns.

Feb 16 • 14:36 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Severe air pollution in the capital area

There is significant air pollution impacting the capital area of Iceland.

Feb 13 • 15:08 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The Girl is Found

The girl reported missing by the police in the capital area of Iceland has been found safe, and authorities express gratitude for the assistance provided during the search.

Feb 12 • 18:07 UTC

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