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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Iran's retaliation brings unprecedented tension to Gulf capital cities

Iran's anticipated retaliation against U.S. and Israeli attacks has led to unexpected tension in Persian Gulf capitals allied with the U.S.

Feb 28 • 18:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Embroidery, footwear, and outlets boost shopping tourism in São Paulo cities

Ibitinga, known as the national capital of embroidery in Brazil, is a major tourist destination attracting thousands with its rich tradition and diverse product offerings.

Feb 27 • 15:39 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Sub-Capital Concept" Does Not Require Establishment of Special Districts, Confirmation by the Self-Government Party

The Japanese ruling parties have agreed that the designation of a sub-capital will not require the establishment of special districts, allowing other cities to participate in the sub-capital initiative.

Feb 27 • 10:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

Pakistan bombed Kabul and other Afghan cities

Pakistan has conducted airstrikes on the Afghan capital, Kabul, and other cities, marking the largest offensive since the Taliban regained power in August 2021.

Feb 27 • 08:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Pakistan bombs capital of Afghanistan, declares ‘open war’

Pakistan has launched air strikes on major Afghan cities, including Kabul, escalating tensions and declaring an 'open war' following recent clashes.

Feb 27 • 07:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet warns of heavy rains in Natal and 102 other cities in RN

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a warning for heavy rains in 103 cities in Rio Grande do Norte, including the capital, Natal, valid until Tuesday night.

Feb 23 • 13:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains cause flooding in the capital; cities in the interior were also affected

Heavy rainfall has led to significant flooding in Campo Grande and other cities in the interior of Brazil this weekend.

Feb 20 • 22:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ash Wednesday has rains in 120 cities in Ceará; check the highest volumes

Ash Wednesday began with rain in 120 cities across Ceará, Brazil, particularly impacting the capital, Fortaleza, where significant flooding was reported.

Feb 18 • 13:12 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Montana governor launches sanctuary crackdown, probes capital city over ICE limits

Montana's Governor Greg Gianforte announces an investigation into local governments for potential sanctuary city policies that violate state law regarding cooperation with federal immigration authorities.

Feb 16 • 16:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet warns of more heavy rains in Natal and 152 other cities in RN

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a warning for heavy rains affecting 153 municipalities in Rio Grande do Norte, including the capital, Natal.

Feb 11 • 17:21 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Unique investigation: State jobs increase significantly – capital cities winners and rural areas losers

An investigation reveals a significant rise in state jobs from 2004 to 2024, predominantly located in urban areas, raising concerns for rural regions.

Feb 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

Which capital does the Spree River flow through?

The quiz article poses several questions including which capital city the Spree River flows through and other general knowledge inquiries.

Feb 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

12-hour bus journey leaves north-west Victorians calling for change

Residents of Mildura are frustrated with inadequate transport options, requiring a 12-hour bus ride to reach nearby capital cities, and are urging for improved bus and train services.

Feb 4 • 20:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Back to school: municipal network of the capital returns this Wednesday; see when the other cities in Greater São Paulo resume

The public schools in Greater São Paulo, including over 1 million students in the municipal network of São Paulo city, are returning to classes this Wednesday, October 4.

Feb 4 • 09:27 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Vydūnas Sadauskas. The Capital of Traffic Jams: Why Vilnius Became the Most Expensive Parking Lot in Europe?

Vilnius has become the worst city in Europe for traffic congestion among cities under 800,000 residents, lacking vital transportation infrastructure such as trams or metro systems.

Feb 4 • 08:54 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
World

NATO Chief Mark Rutte is in Kyiv

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte is visiting Kyiv, Ukraine, amid reports of extensive Russian airstrikes on multiple Ukrainian cities, including the capital.

Feb 3 • 09:36 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The King Starts the Royal Run in Randers and Ends in the Capital

King Frederik will visit three different cities during the eighth edition of the Royal Run on May 25, starting in Randers and finishing in Copenhagen/Frederiksberg, with Queen Mary also participating in Helsingør.

Feb 3 • 09:15 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
World

Russian attacks on Ukrainian cities

Russia has carried out several missile and drone attacks against Ukrainian cities, including the capital Kyiv, following a brief pause in assaults on the country's energy infrastructure.

Feb 3 • 01:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rivers of two cities in Acre remain above flood level

Rivers in both the capital and Sena Madureira, Acre, continue to exceed flood levels, with the Iaco River measuring 15.68 meters as of Monday noon, which is still 48 centimeters above the flood threshold.

Feb 2 • 22:00 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
World

Trump: Putin agreed not to attack Kyiv for a week due to the 'extreme cold'

US President Donald Trump stated that Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed not to attack the Ukrainian capital Kyiv and other cities for a week due to the freezing weather in the country.

Jan 29 • 20:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Looking at the Eternal City to Understand All the Others

The exhibition 'Rome in the World' provides a global perspective on the virtues and flaws of the Italian capital by contrasting it with 17 other cities like Paris and Tokyo.

Jan 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The influx of African crowds revitalizes the economy in Moroccan cities

Morocco's capital, Rabat, is experiencing unprecedented economic activity due to the influx of African crowds attending the Africa Cup of Nations football matches.

Jan 7 • 08:48 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Developers are adding to the offer. Gdańsk is close behind the capital

The article analyzes the primary real estate market situation in December 2025, noting that developers introduced very expensive apartments for sale, resulting in a rise in average prices per square meter across major Polish cities.

Jan 2 • 17:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Economic Crisis: Demonstrations in Iran - First Arrests of Students

Protests in Iran's capital Tehran and other cities have led to the arrest of four students at the University of Tehran, amidst heightened security presence around the campus.

Dec 31 • 09:57 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Iran: Protests Widen

Protests in Iran's capital Tehran against economic hardships are increasingly targeting the political leadership and spreading to other cities, including Isfahan and Kerman, with student communities joining in the demonstrations.

Dec 30 • 15:24 UTC

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