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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Red alert for intense rains: storms cause damage in Grande Ilha and Civil Defense reinforces warnings

The State Civil Defense has issued alerts via text messages to residents in risk areas in Maranhão due to heavy rainfall affecting the region since Saturday morning.

Feb 28 • 18:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Civil Police of Maranhão recovers 150 cell phones in new phase of the My Phone Back program

The Civil Police of Maranhão has recovered 150 stolen cell phones in a recent operation under the My Phone Back program, which aims to combat mobile phone theft in the state.

Feb 28 • 11:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

SC has disaster drills with evacuation of houses and temporary shelters; see what to expect

On Sunday, residents of Santa Catarina will receive a special SMS from the Civil Defense announcing a disaster simulation in the state.

Feb 28 • 11:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Israel Attacks Iran

Israel has closed its airspace to civilian flights while declaring a state of emergency following preventative strikes against Iran.

Feb 28 • 06:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Justice suspends selection process for hiring temporary teachers in Taubaté after action by the MP-SP

A Brazilian court has temporarily suspended the selection process for hiring temporary teachers in Taubaté following a public civil action initiated by the São Paulo state attorney's office.

Feb 27 • 15:19 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Housing Executive and Former Conservative Politician Becomes the Chief of State Preparedness

Lars Jacob Hiim has been appointed as the new director of the Directorate for Civil Protection and Emergency Planning in Norway.

Feb 27 • 10:39 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Kwara promotes 2,000 civil servants

The Kwara State Government has promoted over 2,000 civil servants following successful examinations and interviews for the 2024 promotion exercise.

Feb 27 • 00:19 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

'No light, no bill' protest begins in Niger

Civil society organisations in Niger State are organizing a protest to demand better electricity supply and fair billing practices from the Abuja Electricity Distribution Company.

Feb 27 • 00:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

In a state of attention until Monday, flooding caused by a storm in Monte Mor affects 130 families

Flooding caused by a storm in Monte Mor, Brazil, has affected 130 families, with authorities maintaining a state of alert until Monday due to ongoing weather concerns.

Feb 26 • 23:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Revenue and Civil Police seize more than 5,000 ecstasy pills in Natal

Federal authorities in Brazil seized over 5,300 ecstasy-like pills in Natal, marking the largest synthetic drug bust in the state of Rio Grande do Norte.

Feb 26 • 21:05 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Jesse Jackson's son decries 'toxic climate' in DC that would 'lower the flag' for Charlie Kirk

Rep. Jonathan Jackson criticized the political climate in Washington, DC, for failing to honor his father, Rev. Jesse Jackson, while acknowledging support from other state leaders.

Feb 26 • 18:52 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

12 Years of Occupation: How Russia Turned Crimea into Its Military Base

An interview with Olha Kuryško, the Permanent Representative of the President of Ukraine in Crimea, discusses the dire state of Crimea under Russian occupation, highlighting the collapse of civil healthcare and the increase in political oppression since 2014.

Feb 26 • 17:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Civil Defense issues orange alert for heavy rains across Piauí until Friday (27); see forecast

An orange alert for heavy rains has been issued for the entire Piauí state in Brazil, warning residents of potential hazards until Friday night.

Feb 26 • 16:40 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

From the Pope to the Civil State: What About the Separation of Religion from the State?!

The article discusses the concept of civil state and its historical development, emphasizing its significance in contemporary political discourse.

Feb 26 • 10:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Trump is the king and, at the same time, the leader of the gangsters

The article critiques President Trump's leadership role in law enforcement, portraying him as both a responsible enforcer and a rebel against the state.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC arrests 12 illegal immigrants in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has arrested 12 suspected illegal immigrants from Mali in Ilorin, Kwara State.

Feb 25 • 18:40 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

Sources: Myanmar junta airstrike killed at least 17 people

A recent airstrike by Myanmar's military junta in Rakhine State resulted in the deaths of at least 17 civilians, highlighting the ongoing civil conflict in the region.

Feb 25 • 18:05 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

CSOs, experts urge review of C’River forestry law to curb crime, deforestation

Civil Society Organizations and stakeholders in Cross River are advocating for an overhaul of the state's forestry laws to combat crime and deforestation effectively.

Feb 25 • 14:51 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Dem rep compares himself to MLK Jr, Rosa Parks after getting booted from second straight Trump address

Rep. Al Green drew a parallel to civil rights leaders after being removed from President Trump's State of the Union address, where he protested against perceived racism in a Trump's social media post.

Feb 25 • 12:37 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
World

Myanmar military airstrike kills at least 17 – Local sources

A military airstrike in Myanmar's Rakhine state resulted in the deaths of at least 17 civilians, according to local sources amidst ongoing civil conflict.

Feb 25 • 11:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Angra dos Reis remains in a maximum alert state after heavy rains in the city

Angra dos Reis is under maximum alert due to heavy rains that have persisted since last Friday, causing various local disturbances and flooding.

Feb 24 • 11:54 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Construction of the National Theatre extension postponed

The Latvian government has postponed the construction deadline for the National Theatre extension in Riga to October 9, 2036, due to geopolitical factors and changes in state funding priorities.

Feb 24 • 11:49 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Construction of the Addition to the National Theatre of Latvia is Delayed

The construction of the addition to the Latvian National Theatre has been postponed due to geopolitical circumstances and changes in state funding priorities.

Feb 24 • 09:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Two more deaths confirmed as rainfall totals reach 19 fatalities in SP since December

The State Civil Defense of São Paulo has confirmed two additional deaths related to heavy rainfall, bringing the total to 19 fatalities since December.

Feb 23 • 22:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Civil Defense sets up crisis cabinet to monitor rains in the coast of SP

The São Paulo Civil Defense established a crisis cabinet to manage the response to severe rains on the state's coastline and dispatched humanitarian aid to the most affected municipalities.

Feb 23 • 11:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains on the coast of SP lead Civil Defense to mobilize crisis cabinet

The State Civil Defense of Brazil has activated its crisis cabinet to respond to severe rain impacting the São Paulo coast.

Feb 23 • 02:11 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

The USA plans to reopen its embassy in Syria after a 14-year hiatus

The USA is considering reopening its embassy in Syria, which has been closed since 2012 due to the civil war, as part of a phased approach by the State Department.

Feb 22 • 11:15 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: After an alert from the IMF, Félix Tshisekedi launches an audit of civil servant salaries

President Félix Tshisekedi of the DRC has initiated an audit of civil servant salaries following an IMF warning about the unsustainable wage bill exceeding half of the state's budget.

Feb 22 • 02:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Severe alert: Civil Defense issues warning about heavy rain in the Campinas region

The Civil Defense of São Paulo state has issued a severe alert for heavy rain in the Campinas region, advising residents to stay in safe places.

Feb 21 • 18:07 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

They used chemical weapons. Nevertheless, it is not possible to create a full dictatorship

Georgia has transformed from a nation with a European future into an authoritarian state suppressing civil liberties, marked by mass protests and allegations of the use of chemical weapons by the government.

Feb 21 • 17:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: Angra dos Reis enters a state of attention after heavy rain

Angra dos Reis has been declared in a state of attention due to intense rainfall, with significant accumulation reported in a short period.

Feb 21 • 13:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Civil Defense warns of persistent rain this weekend in the eastern strip of the state of SP

The Civil Defense of São Paulo State warns of significant and persistent rain expected this weekend along the eastern region of the state.

Feb 21 • 08:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Yobe adjusts working hours for Ramadan

The Yobe State Government has revised official working hours for civil servants in observance of Ramadan, allowing for earlier closing times.

Feb 21 • 00:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The Civil Guard investigates a sexual assault on a minor under the care of a classmate at a school in Vinaròs

The Civil Guard is investigating a sexual assault involving a minor under state care in Vinaròs, perpetrated by a classmate.

Feb 20 • 16:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NSCDC begins 24-hour surveillance in Kwara

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps has initiated a 24-hour security surveillance operation throughout Kwara State, especially focused on Ilorin and critical national assets.

Feb 20 • 14:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Amazon police operation targets 'political nucleus' of Comando Vermelho in the state

An operation by the Civil Police of Amazonas aims to dismantle a so-called 'political nucleus' of the Comando Vermelho gang in Brazil.

Feb 20 • 14:11 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Vermont couple reclaims foster care license after taking a stand on child gender transitioning

A married couple in Vermont has successfully reclaimed their foster care license after legal action against the state's requirement for LGBTQ+ training, which they opposed due to their views on child gender transitioning.

Feb 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun AG slams misuse of police power in civil cases

The Ogun State Attorney-General has condemned the misuse of police authority to resolve civil disputes, emphasizing that such actions violate constitutional rights.

Feb 19 • 09:27 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Coalition demands release of 176 Kwara abducted victims

A coalition of civil society organizations in Nigeria's Kwara State is urging the government to secure the release of 176 individuals abducted from local communities during violent attacks.

Feb 19 • 00:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ramadan: Kano grants civil servants one-hour work reduction

The Kano State Government has approved a one-hour reduction in working hours for civil servants during Ramadan 1447AH.

Feb 18 • 20:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Gombe gets new Head of Service

Gombe State has appointed Professor Muazu Shehu as the new Head of the Civil Service following the retirement of the former office-holder.

Feb 18 • 18:57 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ramadan: Kebbi reduces working hours for civil servants

The Kebbi State Government in Nigeria has announced reduced working hours for civil servants during Ramadan, with a new schedule running from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on weekdays.

Feb 18 • 16:48 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ramadan: Jigawa shortens work hours for civil servants

The Jigawa State Government has reduced official working hours for civil servants during the Ramadan period to accommodate the fasting schedule.

Feb 18 • 16:18 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Where will the seismic alert sound in CdMx and Edomex TODAY February 18? Points where it will be activated

A regional earthquake drill is scheduled for February 18 in Mexico City and the State of Mexico, during which the seismic alert will be activated across various locations.

Feb 18 • 16:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet and Civil Defense issue alerts for intense rain risk in Vale and region starting this Wednesday (18)

Inmet and the Civil Defense of São Paulo state have issued alerts for intense rainfall risk in 46 cities of the Vale do Paraíba and Bragantina region, starting Wednesday, October 18.

Feb 18 • 15:12 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Why will the drill on February 18 only be in Mexico City and the State of Mexico?

A regional drill scheduled for February 18 will take place only in Mexico City and the State of Mexico to promote a culture of prevention against earthquakes.

Feb 18 • 13:55 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The government has updated the State Progress Council

The Lithuanian government has restructured the State Progress Council to include more representatives from civil organizations and experts in various fields.

Feb 18 • 11:21 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The Empowerment of Religious Courts to Decide Civil Matters is a Step That Will Harm the Most Vulnerable in Society

The Israeli Knesset has taken another step toward transforming the country into a halachic state by expanding the powers of religious courts to adjudicate civil matters.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Approved for the Second and Third Reading: The State Will Officially Empower Religious Courts to Deal with Arbitration in Civil Matters

The Israeli Constitution, Law and Justice Committee has approved a bill granting religious courts authority to arbitrate civil matters with the consent of all parties involved.

Feb 17 • 10:50 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ramadan: Zamfara governor approves early payment of February salaries, pensions

The Governor of Zamfara State, Dauda Lawal, has approved the early payment of February salaries and pensions to assist civil servants and pensioners in preparing for Ramadan.

Feb 17 • 09:48 UTC

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