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The Finnish beverage industry association criticizes a proposed EU classification that would restrict the use of the term 'cider' based solely on its juice content.

A court ruling in Cologne prevents the classification of the AfD as an established far-right party, challenging the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution to substantiate its claims against the party.

Nigeria has rejected the US classification of it as the 'deadliest country to be Christian' and denied government policy against any religious group.

The article discusses the troubling narratives surrounding the Federal Police's classification of orgies involving European sex workers and public officials as legally inconsequential unless tied to public administration crimes.

A German court has temporarily suspended the classification of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as an 'extreme right' organization, allowing the party to avoid being treated as a threat by intelligence services until a final ruling is made.

27-year-old Jonas shares his experiences with ketamine use in Oslo's party scene and the challenges of maintaining control over his life amidst the rising popularity of the drug.

The article discusses the classification of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) political party and the implications of labeling it as an extremist group.

The Administrative Court in Cologne ruled that the AfD is not a monolithic bloc, challenging the labeling of the party as 'secured right-wing extremist' by the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution.

A German court ruled against the classification of the AfD party as 'definitely right-wing extremist' by the BfV intelligence agency, allowing for an appeal.

The Administrative Court of Cologne has temporarily prevented the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution from classifying the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as definitively right-wing extremist, pending the outcome of a main proceedings.

The Czech Interior Ministry has retracted its appeal in a legal battle with the Freedom and Direct Democracy party concerning its classification in a report on extremism.

Czech Interior Minister Lubomír Metnar has withdrawn an appeal related to a legal dispute with the SPD party over its classification in an extremism report, claiming he was unaware of the appeal filed by his officials.

The Independent Authority of Public Revenue in Greece announced a temporary halt of Tax Registry applications from March 1 to 10 due to a transition to new European classification standards.

Researchers at Tallinn University have developed a new classification system to help artificial intelligence distinguish between intentional manipulators of information and those who share misleading content unknowingly.

Dingo advocates in Australia are pushing for legal protection of dingoes, arguing against their classification as pests due to their cultural and environmental significance.

The São Paulo municipal council denied the request to classify the bar Ó do Borogodó as a cultural heritage site, leading the owner to plan an appeal against the decision.

Researchers have updated the classification system for El Niño and La Niña due to rapid temperature changes caused by global warming.

Uttar Pradesh has successfully tripled its per capita income and is now a significant growth engine of India's economy, moving away from its previous classification as a sick state.

A Palestinian legal expert warns of the consequences of Israel's decision to label media platforms covering Jerusalem as 'terrorist organizations.'

Investors are anticipating Greece's stock market to be upgraded from emerging to advanced market status amid signs of economic recovery.

Norway once again dominated the Winter Olympic Games, leading the medal table with a remarkable performance.

Sung Gi-hak, chairman of Youngone, has been accused of omitting companies owned by him and his daughters from official reports, leading to a three-year evasion of corporate group classification by the Fair Trade Commission.

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva stated that India and Brazil are the largest democracies in the Global South, intentionally excluding China from this classification.

The Ministry of Management and Innovation in Public Services released the classification lists for the Unified National Contest (CNU) in Brazil, detailing the initial selection and upcoming confirmation steps for candidates.

The classification lists for immediate vacancies and the waiting lists for the second edition of the Unified National Public Contest (CNU) will be released on Friday, along with the announcement of the first call for confirmation of interest.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding surrogacy in Mexico, highlighting its classification as a form of violence against women, as stated by a UN special rapporteur.

The CAN Secretary is investigating a 30% customs control fee charged by Ecuador to Colombia following Colombia's request for its classification as a tax.

A wolf-dog unexpectedly interrupted the women's sprint free classification at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, delighting spectators and going viral online.

A recent ruling by the Seoul Administrative Court has declared that concrete truck drivers are considered workers under labor law, reversing a previous Supreme Court ruling from 20 years ago.

This article discusses the phenomenon of viewers' obsession with repetitive content and how traditional genre classifications in audiovisual media have become ineffective.

This article reflects on Umberto Eco's unique literary approach, likening him to a platypus for his ability to blend diverse concepts and challenge traditional classifications.

Norwegian health authorities are debating the classification of myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) in a way that may lead to confusion and inadequate treatment.

The article covers the highlights and classification outcomes of various samba schools, alongside other significant events in Brazil, including discussions of racial issues and political developments.

Mocidade Alegre won the 2026 SP carnival, with videos capturing their emotional celebration and the final classification results of the schools.

Municipalities in Estonia are facing confusion over their classification on the education workers' union's blacklist, despite a promised increase in minimum salaries for teachers starting January 1st.

Eight Arab and Islamic countries have condemned Israel's recent decision to classify occupied Palestinian territories as "state land," calling for strong international action against these violations.

A 286,000-year-old ancient skull discovered in a cave near Thessaloniki, Greece, has sparked intrigue due to its ambiguous classification.

The British government seeks to appeal a court ruling that declared the activist group 'Palestine Action' is not a terrorist organization, despite the government's classification of them as such due to their protest actions.

Emmanuel Macron has labeled the political party France Insoumise as being on the extreme left, highlighting concerns over their positions on issues like antisemitism and their classification by the Interior Ministry.

A British court ruled that the classification of 'Palestine Action' as a terrorist organization is illegal and an infringement on freedom of expression.

The NFVCB has approved 102 films for distribution and exhibition in January 2026, marking a significant increase from the previous month's approvals.

The activist group Palestine Action has won a court case in the UK, where a court ruled that the British government's classification of the group as a terrorist organization was unlawful.

Palestine Action won a High Court challenge regarding its classification as a terrorist organization, but the ban remains in place pending an appeal by the government.

The Moroccan government has classified four regions affected by severe floods as 'disaster zones,' allowing for emergency support measures and financial aid.

A 32-year-old man suspected of participation in child sexual abuse crimes was arrested in Angra dos Reis, Brazil, during an ongoing federal operation.

Argentina is exploring the conditions necessary to attract US$2.3 billion in foreign investments, particularly through a potential upgrade in the MSCI classification.

Mocidade Unida da Glória (MUG) has been crowned the champion of the Special Group of the Carnival of Vitória 2026, celebrating its 10th title with a score of 180 points.

Ahmedabad has emerged as a new 'Tier-1' city in India due to rising demand and robust supply in the real estate market, surpassing its previous classification as a 'Tier-2' city.

The Inclusive Holy Week collective in Sagunto argues against the National Tourist Interest classification due to the exclusion of women from religious processions.

A group of researchers and public managers is creating a proposal for the WHO to categorize femicide in the International Classification of Diseases.