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🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Employment Programmes Must Create Long-Term Opportunities - Deputy President

Deputy President Paul Mashatile emphasized the need for South Africa's public employment programs to foster long-term opportunities rather than create dependency during his speech at the Annual Labour School.

Mar 23 • 05:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The UN warns that "addiction to fossil fuels" destabilizes the climate and global security

The UN cautions that dependency on fossil fuels undermines climate stability and global security, urging a swift transition to renewable energy.

Mar 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Six alarming signals that indicate possible alcohol addiction

The article outlines six key signs that suggest a potential problem with alcohol addiction, emphasizing that dependency often develops slowly and may not be immediately recognizable.

Mar 21 • 22:02 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Israel's dependency on oil facilities exposes its residents to environmental risks during war

Israeli oil facilities face significant risks due to missile attacks, highlighting the country's reliance on fossil fuels for energy security.

Mar 20 • 18:01 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Danglár: Sovereign Sovereign Dependency

The article promotes the sale of limited edition signed prints by the artist Danglár.

Mar 20 • 16:39 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The government's transformation commission is ready - several former politicians are involved

Norway's government has established a transformation commission, featuring several former politicians, to plan for the country's transition away from oil dependency as the industry faces decline.

Mar 20 • 10:43 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Important Metal: Tungsten from Korea instead of China

Almonty Mining has reopened a tungsten mine in South Korea to reduce dependency on Chinese production of this critical metal.

Mar 20 • 10:06 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Orbán calls Europeans "crazy", saying EU will not survive without Russian oil

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán stated that the EU's efforts to phase out Russian oil are 'crazy' and emphasized the continent's dependency on Russian energy.

Mar 20 • 07:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The kratom ban will not work, the solution is an agreement. We have a similar one for beer, says Vobořil

Expert Jindřich Vobořil warns that digital addiction, much like substance dependency, develops insidiously and is challenging to overcome.

Mar 20 • 07:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Ban on Kratom Will Not Work; Agreement is the Solution. We Stick to it for Beer, Says Vobořil

Experts warn that digital addiction can develop just like any other drug addiction, with social media intentionally designed to foster dependency.

Mar 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Electrify Sweden to Make Us Independent

A researcher argues for electrifying Sweden as a means to reduce dependence on oil and enhance energy resilience amidst geopolitical conflicts.

Mar 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Volkswagen's Financial Ties to China and the Uncertain Future of the Corporation

Volkswagen's operations in China have evolved from a simple market presence to a complex dependency crucial for its profits and future strategy.

Mar 19 • 19:27 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Norway has fuel reserves for only 20 days. Now Sp wants to shift gears.

The Center Party in Norway is advocating for an increase in emergency fuel reserves, currently limited to 20 days, to enhance national preparedness against crises.

Mar 19 • 06:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

There will be a new ban for students in schools. The Minister of Education announced the date

Poland's Minister of Education announced a plan to ban the use of cell phones in primary schools starting September 1, 2026, as part of a broader legislative change aimed at addressing youth dependency on the internet.

Mar 18 • 11:26 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Central African Republic: how to escape isolation and revive the economy?

The Central African Republic is grappling with geographical isolation that hampers its economic development due to inadequate infrastructure and dependency on neighboring countries for trade.

Mar 18 • 00:06 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

VIDEO: In Relations with Hungary, the European Union's Reins Are Close to Breaking, Says Piebalgs

Former EU energy commissioner Andris Piebalgs warns of deteriorating relations between the EU and Hungary, suggesting potential consequences post-Hungary's parliamentary elections.

Mar 17 • 06:24 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Former European Commissioner Piebalgs: The EU's relationship with Hungary is close to breaking point

Former EU Commissioner Piebalgs expresses concern that the relationship between the EU and Hungary is deteriorating, particularly regarding Hungary's political stance and energy dependency on Russia.

Mar 17 • 05:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Medical Cannabis: Little Evidence of Effectiveness for Mental Health

A recent study reveals minimal evidence supporting the use of medical cannabis for treating mental health issues, highlighting potential risks and dependency concerns.

Mar 16 • 23:31 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Trump pressures China over Hormuz; experts see possible delay to Beijing summit

Trump highlights China's dependency on oil from the Strait of Hormuz, signaling possible delays to a U.S.-China summit amid ongoing discussions.

Mar 16 • 20:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

The Iran War and NATO: What Trump's Extortion Attempts Deserve

The article discusses Europe's need to reduce its dependency on American military support, particularly in light of Donald Trump's attempts to compel NATO allies into assisting in the strategic Strait of Hormuz.

Mar 16 • 17:42 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

War in Iran is an 'abject lesson' on fossil fuel dependence, says UN climate chief

The UN climate chief emphasizes the war in Iran as a crucial example of the dangers of fossil fuel dependency amid rising energy prices in Europe.

Mar 16 • 17:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Replacing 1 million petrol cars with EVs could cut Australia’s reliance on foreign fuel by 1 billion litres a year

Experts propose replacing 1 million petrol cars with electric vehicles in Australia to significantly reduce foreign fuel dependency by over 1 billion litres annually.

Mar 16 • 14:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Mayor Runoff Election in Puchheim: Greens Support Jean-Marie Leone

In the mayoral runoff election in Puchheim, SPD candidate Jean-Marie Leone receives support from the Greens party as they fear a shift back toward car dependency under CSU candidate Thomas Hofschuster.

Mar 16 • 13:08 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The new fair and balanced trade agreement

This morning, Mexico and the United States began discussions to define changes to the USMCA, aiming to reduce import dependency and strengthen supply chains.

Mar 16 • 07:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria: A sustainably empty state

The article discusses Nigeria's economy as being fundamentally weak and vulnerable to shocks, highlighting its dependency on imports and external factors.

Mar 16 • 00:17 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Rationing, rising fuel prices, import restrictions... The war in Iran hits Asia hard

The ongoing war in Iran is causing significant economic strain on Asian countries reliant on oil and gas imports, particularly Japan and South Korea.

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

The risks of the pharmaceutical supply chain: "Logistics are already strained and the cost of air transport has increased by 30% to 100%"

The Spanish pharmaceutical industry is facing potential supply chain disruptions due to geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning dependency on active pharmaceutical ingredients from other countries.

Mar 15 • 00:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The enormous regional inequality in dependency: from 559 days of waiting in Murcia to 113 in Castilla and León

A report highlights significant regional disparities in Spain's dependency assistance system, with wait times for benefits varying dramatically between regions.

Mar 13 • 12:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

'Mental, subjective impact': Iran taking on 'American might' with cyberterrorism

An analysis of Iran's approach to asserting power through cyberterrorism, highlighting the regime's dependency on the Revolutionary Guards and its struggle for legitimacy.

Mar 13 • 10:49 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The LPG Crisis's 'Ujjwala' Angle: How the Cylinder Revolution Became a Burden

The Ujjwala Yojana, launched in 2016 to provide cleaner cooking fuel to rural households in India, has inadvertently led to an LPG crisis due to increased dependency on imports amid rising demand.

Mar 13 • 09:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Welfare State Is the Parents

The current welfare state in Spain heavily relies on parental support due to economic struggles faced by the younger generation.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

War in Iran Increases Pressure on Brazil's External Dependency for Medicines and Inputs

The conflict involving the U.S. and Israel against Iran is intensifying concerns over Brazil's reliance on imported pharmaceutical inputs.

Mar 12 • 17:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The European impotence in this war also applies to energy

The EU faces significant challenges regarding rising energy prices, exacerbated by geopolitical tensions, revealing its vulnerability in energy dependency.

Mar 12 • 11:11 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Eamets: food security issues need more attention

Raul Eamets emphasizes the importance of addressing food security in Estonia given the country's reliance on food imports and vulnerability to global market prices.

Mar 12 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Inflation in the USA is under control, but the war with Iran could change everything

The article discusses the current inflation rates in the United States and their dependency on developments regarding the conflict in Iran.

Mar 11 • 14:48 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Iran's Threat to Pakistan... Shahbaz Panics, Oil from Saudi, Bread from US, How to Open Mouth?

Pakistan is facing economic collapse and is entangled in a web of international aid dependency, leading to tensions with Iran amidst ongoing conflicts.

Mar 11 • 13:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Podcast series about Jeffrey Epstein: Epstein's victims

This podcast series explores the system of sexual exploitation and abuse orchestrated by Jeffrey Epstein and aims to untangle the dynamics of power and dependency involved.

Mar 11 • 13:12 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Polish president refuses to sign the law on €44 billion EU defense loan

The Polish president, Karol Navrockis, declined to sign a law allowing access to nearly €44 billion in EU defense loans, citing concerns over increasing dependency on Brussels.

Mar 11 • 09:21 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
World

Successful Tanker Escort: Erroneous Post Triggers Market Fluctuations, Unclear Lifting of Hormuz Blockade

An erroneous post by U.S. Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm about successful escorting of oil tankers in the Hormuz Strait caused a significant fall in oil prices, highlighting the market's dependency on the Strait's blockade resolution.

Mar 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

When having a house depends on your parents

In 2025, Spain experienced a record high of over 225,000 parental donations to help children purchase homes, indicating a stark dependency on family wealth for housing access.

Mar 11 • 04:45 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Children of the Dark: Giulia Boverio tells the story of a generation's dependency and fragility

Giulia Boverio shares her experiences with addiction and the challenges faced by her generation in her book 'Children of the Dark.'

Mar 10 • 11:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Patience for another 100 years…

The article discusses the economic challenges facing Greece, emphasizing its dependency on shipping and tourism amid rising oil prices and ongoing global conflicts.

Mar 10 • 10:39 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Sol Carmona, expert in conscious parenting: "Encouraging a child strengthens their self-confidence; praising them can create dependency"

Sol Carmona discusses her new book on conscious parenting and the importance of fostering children's self-esteem without making them dependent on praise.

Mar 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

CLYDE KULL ⟩ Europe and America are fighting over Iran, but the problem is still elsewhere

Clyde Kull argues that U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran highlight Europe’s complex balancing act between security dependency, legal self-image, and internal divisions.

Mar 9 • 17:35 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The lethal energy of those who only say no

The article discusses Italy's ideological barriers to energy development, attributing the country's energy dependence and vulnerability to environmentalist opposition against new energy projects.

Mar 9 • 06:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Guillaume Faury (Airbus): "Do we want to reach zero dependency on the US in defense? I don't think that's optimal"

Guillaume Faury, CEO of Airbus, emphasizes the importance of mutual cooperation in defense and highlights Airbus's readiness to lead a new European fighter project.

Mar 9 • 04:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

For criminals, everything is arranged without bureaucracy and with a lot of 'dignity'

The article discusses the geopolitical implications of the US-Iran conflict, emphasizing China's influence and Iran's dependency on it.

Mar 9 • 02:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

In short: If the USA turns off the IT platforms, it will get very dark in Norway

The article discusses the implications of U.S. technology policies on Europe's sovereignty and its dependency on American technology, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence.

Mar 8 • 17:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Return of Russian Energy to Europe?

A commentary discusses the European Union's efforts to reduce dependency on Russian energy amidst calls from certain states for a return to Russian energy supplies.

Mar 8 • 12:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Europe Hesitates with US Help: Needs Trump, but Wants to Save Face

The article discusses Europe's uncertainty regarding support for the US, highlighting a dependency on Trump while navigating the need to maintain a dignified position.

Mar 7 • 16:30 UTC

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