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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Pets: brushing, dental cleaning and facial treatments in a luxury hotel with a beauty salon for dogs

A luxury hotel in London has introduced a high-end dog grooming salon, offering personalized pet care services and reflecting the growing trend of pet-friendly travel.

Mar 18 • 22:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Domestic Workers: How Much Cleaning Hour is Paid in March 2026

This article discusses the wage increases for domestic workers in Argentina, effective March 2026, and outlines the new payment rates for cleaning services based on hours worked.

Mar 18 • 13:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Caring for your space goes beyond maintenance: it's a form of prevention

Preventive maintenance of residential and commercial spaces is vital to avoid health risks and other issues.

Mar 16 • 14:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Goiana who earns over R$ 14 million a year with cleaning company in the USA wants to open a branch in Goiás

Núbia Gonçalves, a Brazilian entrepreneur in the U.S. with a cleaning company generating over R$ 14 million annually, plans to expand her business to Goiás, Brazil.

Mar 13 • 12:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sewage fee in Teresina can only be charged where there are collection points, court decides

A court in Piauí has ruled that sewage fees in Teresina can only be imposed where external inspection or cleaning terminals are present.

Mar 12 • 11:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

On a website, residents of São Carlos can evaluate urban cleaning services, pothole repairs, and others

The São Carlos City Hall launched a website for residents to evaluate urban maintenance services, aiming for more efficient responses to public complaints.

Mar 12 • 10:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Goiana turns side job into cleaning company in the USA and earns over R$ 14 million a year

Núbia Gonçalves, a Brazilian entrepreneur, successfully founded a cleaning company in New York, generating significant revenue while inspiring other women to pursue their dreams.

Mar 9 • 08:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The City Council of Seville meets with unions after their disagreement over the privatization of cleaning services in public schools

The City Council of Seville met with labor unions to discuss the privatization of public school cleaning services amidst ongoing protests.

Mar 6 • 13:50 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

No more hassle of dry cleaning sarees! Here’s how to clean them at home

A guide on how to safely clean heavy sarees at home instead of relying on expensive dry cleaning services.

Mar 5 • 14:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Real Estate Under Special Supervision. Instead of Renovation, Maintenance

Polish homeowners are increasingly opting for professional maintenance services rather than costly renovations, particularly in the area of roof and gutter cleaning.

Mar 5 • 11:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Action in tribute to Women's Month promotes lectures, skin cleaning, haircut, eyebrow design, and other services in Feira de Santana

The Sintraf in Feira de Santana is organizing a free event for Women’s Month, offering various beauty and identity services, along with lectures focused on women's issues.

Mar 4 • 21:54 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The City Council of Seville extraordinarily approves the privatization of cleaning in public schools

The City Council of Seville has approved the extraordinary privatization of cleaning services in public schools, prompting protests from unions concerned about job losses.

Mar 4 • 14:48 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Suspicion of asking for a threshold fee confirmed in investigation of cleaning company SOL

An investigation by cleaning company SOL Services has confirmed suspicions of employees being asked for a threshold fee, with multiple employees affirming they were requested to pay, and some admitting to either paying or being in debt to the company.

Mar 4 • 11:09 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Spring of New Life: The Trap of "Cheap Collection" for Unwanted Items, Even Top Search Results Lead to Trouble

Many people in Japan are facing issues with unscrupulous waste collection services that lure customers with low prices but end up charging exorbitant fees.

Mar 1 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

UERR resumes in-person classes after normalizing payments for outsourced cleaning services

The State University of Roraima (UERR) is set to resume in-person classes at its Boa Vista campus next Tuesday after resolving issues related to cleaning services.

Feb 28 • 20:13 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

More Staff: Deutsche Bahn Wants to Invest More Money in Clean Toilets

Deutsche Bahn plans to enhance its long-distance services by increasing staff for cleaning and improving onboard facilities like toilets and restaurants with an additional investment of €20 million.

Feb 27 • 08:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nova Friburgo signs new urban cleaning concession contract

The municipality of Nova Friburgo has signed a new concession contract for urban cleaning services and waste management valued at R$ 1.6 billion and lasting 30 years.

Feb 25 • 17:27 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VUGD has received several calls about burning soot in home chimneys

The Latvian State Fire and Rescue Service (VUGD) received multiple calls regarding burning soot in residential chimneys over the last day.

Feb 22 • 08:01 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Municipalities admit losing the battle against winter: unable to clear icy sidewalks

Municipal officials in Lithuania acknowledge struggles in managing icy sidewalks amid recent weather changes, prompting discussions on enhancing cleaning operations next year.

Feb 19 • 06:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Families and workers oppose the privatization of public school cleaning services in Seville: 'They are going to ruin our lives'

Families and workers in Seville are challenging the privatization of public school cleaning services, fearing job losses and deteriorating working conditions.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Senate Panel Kicks As Tribunal Spends N16m On Office Fumigation

The Senate Committee on Capital Market in Nigeria has questioned the Investments and Securities Tribunal over its spending of N16 million on cleaning and fumigation services from its budget.

Feb 17 • 15:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The secret patrols of Police and Cleaning impose 111 fines in a month for improperly deposited waste in the capital

Secret patrols in Madrid have issued 111 fines for improper waste disposal in the first month of a new initiative.

Feb 15 • 23:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Weight Loss Pens and Bets Are Already Taking Up Space in the Budget for Food, Beverages, Hygiene, and Cleaning

Brazilians are allocating less of their budgets to essential fast-moving consumer goods due to the rise of non-traditional expenditures like weight loss pens and betting services.

Feb 15 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amid the state of emergency, a new company takes over urban cleaning in Caraguatatuba

A new urban cleaning company has begun operations in Caraguatatuba, Brazil, during an ongoing state of environmental and sanitary emergency.

Feb 13 • 19:59 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lack of public services after the rains in Itaperuna generates complaints among residents

Residents of Bom Pastor neighborhood in Itaperuna, Brazil, are expressing frustrations over the lack of basic public services in the wake of heavy rains that exacerbated existing infrastructure issues.

Feb 13 • 13:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Riga City Council promises street cleaning all day

The Riga City Council announced that street and sidewalk cleaning will continue throughout the day with 112 units of machinery involved due to ongoing snowfall.

Feb 13 • 08:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Caraguatatuba announces new company for urban cleaning after contract termination and emergency decree

The municipality of Caraguatatuba has appointed a new company for urban cleaning services following a declared state of environmental and sanitary calamity and the unilateral cancellation of the previous contract.

Feb 12 • 22:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

Easily Clean Wool Coat at Home, No Need for Dry Cleaning

The article provides tips for cleaning wool coats at home without needing dry cleaning services.

Feb 11 • 02:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MPF demands explanations from the Belém City Hall about cleaning conditions at PSM da 14

The Brazilian Public Ministry is investigating the Belém City Hall regarding the cleaning conditions of a local hospital following a judicial decision preventing its closure.

Feb 11 • 01:07 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Local cleaning services in Robertsfors went from high stress to low sick leave – with a new working method

The cleaning staff in Robertsfors experienced a significant reduction in sick leave and stress levels after implementing a new working method and hiring more permanent employees.

Feb 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"I call the cleaning service every two weeks..." Residents of new housing developments in the capital complain about insects in their homes

Residents of new housing developments in the capital are voicing concerns over the sudden appearance of silverfish, frequently calling for specialized cleaning services to address the issue.

Feb 6 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Shows, traffic scheme and safety, health and express buses: check out services for the carnival in Olinda

The special service scheme for Carnival 2026 in Olinda was announced, covering safety, health, mobility, urban cleaning, and social assistance.

Feb 5 • 18:09 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Zagreb residents received warnings at home addresses, Tomašević: 'About 400 were distributed'

Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević expressed general satisfaction with the city's snow-clearing efforts but acknowledged room for improvement, particularly regarding sidewalk cleaning, and noted that around 400 warnings have been issued to citizens.

Jan 13 • 12:38 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Homophobic Insults Vandalize Tribute Mural to Lorca in Zamora

A mural honoring poet Federico García Lorca in Zamora was vandalized with homophobic graffiti, which was promptly removed by municipal cleaning services.

Jan 12 • 11:47 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

In BiH, there is anger due to uncleared snow. Citizens are called to clean; they will be paid

Heavy snowfall in Bosnia and Herzegovina has created new job opportunities for locals as a private company seeks citizens to clear the snow, offering decent pay for the work.

Jan 7 • 10:07 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

It's a tough job for the boys. Technical services employees in Sokolov cleaned up after Christmas

Employees of technical services in Sokolov undertook the challenging task of cleaning up after Christmas celebrations.

Dec 27 • 11:03 UTC

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