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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Labor Reform: Changes to Compensation, Dismissals, Leave, Vacation, Overtime, and Even Taxes

The Argentine government is seeking to implement a labor reform that will change various aspects of employment regulations including compensation, severance, and taxation.

Feb 27 • 20:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Public Transport Union Chairperson Fined for Violating Covid-19 Prevention Regulations During Demonstration

The chairperson of the Public Transport Union has been fined 2 million KRW by the Supreme Court for holding a rally against unfair dismissals, violating COVID-19 safety measures.

Feb 27 • 03:20 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

What do the repeated dismissals reveal about the nature of governance in South Sudan?

The article discusses the recent dismissals of government officials in South Sudan under President Salva Kiir, suggesting they reflect strategic moves to maintain control amid ongoing conflict and speculation about succession.

Feb 25 • 08:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Olympic Chief Found in Awkward Situation - Hinting at Dismissals

Kirsty Coventry, the President of the International Olympic Committee, faced challenging questions during a press conference about the Winter Olympics, revealing a lack of preparation and bringing into question her leadership.

Feb 23 • 20:11 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The dismissed amateur collective leaders in Rēzekne district will return to work, but not all

The Rēzekne municipality has decided to reinstate some amateur collective leaders after public protests over their dismissals.

Feb 20 • 02:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Lawsuits Involving Dismissals and Discriminatory Situations Increase by 26.6% in Campinas

The number of lawsuits related to discriminatory dismissals and acts in Campinas, Brazil, increased by 26.6% from the previous year, according to Labour Justice data.

Feb 18 • 22:18 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

US ramps up nuclear claims against China

The US has stepped up its accusations against China, claiming that Beijing conducted a nuclear explosive test in June 2020, despite China's dismissals of the allegations as unfounded.

Feb 18 • 15:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

First Lady of SP signals dismissals and discomforts allies of Tarcísio

Cristiane Freitas, the First Lady of São Paulo, is viewed as a key political advisor and decision-maker influencing the governor's staff decisions and potential presidential candidacy.

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

First Lady of SP Indicates Dismissals and Distresses Allies of Tarcísio

Cristiane Freitas, the First Lady of São Paulo, is perceived as a significant political advisor to Governor Tarcísio de Freitas, impacting personnel decisions and the potential presidential candidacy of Tarcísio.

Feb 15 • 16:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

The Women's Lions Catastrophe: Players with Tears in Their Throats – Tero Lehterä Speculates on Dismissals

Finland's women's ice hockey team disappointed at the Milan-Cortina Olympics, losing in the quarter-finals to Switzerland, sparking emotional responses and speculations about coaching changes.

Feb 14 • 23:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Dismissals of Deputy Disciplinary Spokespeople. Who Was Dismissed by Joanna Raczkowska?

Joanna Raczkowska, the disciplinary spokesperson for the Polish judiciary, dismissed her deputy, Sebastian Kowalski, just a month after his appointment.

Feb 13 • 18:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Dismissals of Deputy Disciplinary Spokespersons. Who Did Joanna Raczkowska Dismiss?

Joanna Raczkowska, the disciplinary spokesperson for common court judges in Poland, announced the resignation of her deputy, Sebastian Kowalski, after a month in the position.

Feb 13 • 18:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Unemployment Benefits: In 2025, 153,847 Workers Were Paid

In 2025, 153,847 registered employees in Argentina received unemployment benefits due to dismissals without cause, with a significant number coming from manufacturing, commerce, and construction sectors.

Feb 13 • 14:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

CC OO threatens mobilizations at Glovo amid suspicions of disguised layoffs and anti-union practices

The CC OO union threatens mobilizations at Glovo over suspicions of hidden layoffs and anti-union behaviors, alleging unjustified sanctions and dismissals against their candidates.

Feb 13 • 13:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A gloomy day for the Finnish automotive industry - CEO dismissals at these car brands

The Finnish automotive industry faces turmoil as several CEOs of major car import companies have been dismissed amid ongoing market difficulties.

Feb 13 • 09:11 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Another Coach Sacked in the Premier League!

Tottenham's Thomas Frank and Nottingham Forest's Sean Dyche have both been sacked as the Premier League experiences a wave of coaching dismissals.

Feb 12 • 08:22 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Unprecedented wave of dismissals hits European coaches in 2026

Major European leagues are experiencing a significant upheaval in early 2026, with an increasing number of coaches being dismissed due to poor results and pressure from owners and fans.

Feb 12 • 05:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Labor reform: how work, vacations, and layoffs are regulated in different countries

Argentina's Congress discusses a national labor reform bill that will change regulations on work hours, vacations, severance pay, and union contributions.

Feb 11 • 19:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gas Station Workers Investigated for Suspected Links to PCC in PI Report Delayed Salaries and Dismissals; Over 70 Laid Off

Gas station workers in Brazil, linked to an investigation uncovering ties with the PCC, are reporting delayed wages and mass layoffs amid the fallout from the closure of their workplaces.

Feb 11 • 18:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Resignations, Dismissals, and Royal Title Revocations: The Epstein Scandal Rocks Europe

The fallout from the investigation into Jeffrey Epstein's child exploitation crimes continues to escalate across both sides of the Atlantic following the release of evidence last year.

Feb 11 • 09:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Social Democrats Invite "Aušrė" K. Žuromskas "to the Carpet": There Are More Than One Question

The Social Democrats in Lithuania are calling for Environment Minister K. Žuromskas to answer questions regarding staff dismissals and the preparation for discussions on the Forest Law.

Feb 10 • 09:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Exclusive] Repeated Dismissals of Property Damage Claims by Dismissed Teachers from the Korean Teachers Union... Criticism for Relying on 'Bad Laws'

The court has consistently rejected the property damage claims of dismissed teachers from the Korean Teachers Union, leading to criticism that it fails to critically assess outdated laws regarding labor movements.

Feb 10 • 09:16 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Social Democrats Invite Kastytis Žuromskas to Explain Dismissals and Distribution of Responsibilities

The Social Democratic faction in Lithuania is meeting to discuss the dismissal of environmental protection system employees and the responsibilities of leadership within the ministry.

Feb 10 • 08:46 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

The strike at Turkey's largest supermarket chain escalates: Arrests, dismissals, and boycotts

The strike at Migros, Turkey's largest supermarket chain, is intensifying with arrests and a nationwide boycott in solidarity with workers.

Feb 6 • 10:46 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
Crime & Justice

Political Forum / We Are Witnesses of the Systematic Breakdown of the Police Force

The article discusses the ongoing decline in the efficiency of the Slovak police force due to reduced criminal investigations and dismissals of cases, a situation exacerbated by the disbanding of the National Criminal Agency and specialized units.

Feb 6 • 06:52 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Flávio's allies see Tarcísio's attack on Bolsonarists with dismissals of Derrite's nominees

The dismissal of allies of Guilherme Derrite by Governor Tarcísio de Freitas has sparked a new conflict between the Bolsonarist faction and the governor.

Feb 5 • 00:05 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Half of the government is facing dismissal / MPs await night debate, according to Mikloš, it is cynically pathetic

The national council has begun a combined debate on seven proposals for minister dismissals and one vote of no confidence against the entire Fico government, with some proposals pending for over a year.

Feb 4 • 18:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Criminal cases may end faster. Courts, victims, and offenders will benefit from this

The article discusses new measures for expediting criminal proceedings, including voluntary penal submission, mediation dismissals, and the implications for offenders and victims.

Feb 4 • 13:17 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

PP and Vox launch a law to protect "official symbols": officials denounced and dismissed for displaying "partisan" flags like the Palestinian one

PP and Vox have introduced a law in the Senate aimed at protecting "official symbols," which includes administrative sanctions against officials for displaying what they deem "partisan" flags, potentially leading to dismissals and disqualifications.

Feb 4 • 10:45 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Paneque opens the door to more dismissals in the Ministry of Transport: 'The state of Rodalies is worse than we could have imagined'

Catalonia's government demands Minister Puente send the Secretary of State indefinitely until Rodalies' service normalizes, following multiple disruptions early in the day due to control center failures.

Feb 3 • 12:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Mayor's brother and Cachoeirinha's first lady earn salaries of R$ 4,000; MP recommended dismissals

Cachoeirinha's first lady and the mayor's brother are earning R$ 4,000 in municipal salaries, amid a recommendation from the Public Ministry for their dismissals due to alleged nepotism.

Feb 2 • 10:29 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Acquittals, dismissals and the search for a loophole. The lenient hand with the violent

In response to the brutal images of police assaults by Askatasuna militants, the Turin Public Prosecutor's Office is seeking to reclassify their leaders' charges to include criminal association, a previous ruling having been overturned last year.

Feb 2 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Rejection of Heiða and the large number of dismissals of domestic violence cases by the police

Political science professor states that the Social Democratic Party rejected its sitting candidate and mayor in the primary election, indicating a desire for change among party members.

Jan 25 • 11:53 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Bundeswehr dismisses nine paratroopers - Army inspector announces action plan

The Bundeswehr has dismissed nine paratroopers due to incidents of sexual misconduct, extremism, and drug abuse, with additional dismissals pending based on the Army inspector's statements.

Jan 14 • 15:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Crime & Justice

Police must return to the criminal complaint against the priest for sexual violence, said the Constitutional Court

The Constitutional Court of the Czech Republic ruled that the police must revisit a woman's decade-old complaint against a priest for alleged sexual violence, following multiple dismissals of the case and a successful appeal to the European Court of Human Rights.

Jan 14 • 09:48 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Wherever he goes, layoffs follow.. Has Mbappé become a 'harbinger of doom' for coaches?

The article discusses the pattern of coaching dismissals following Kylian Mbappé's transfers, highlighting a concerning trend in his career regarding instability within teams.

Jan 14 • 07:41 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

From Lopetegui to Alonso: The History of Dismissals in Real Madrid After El Clasico

The article discusses how Real Madrid president Florentino Perez often responds to losses against Barcelona by dismissing coaches, highlighting the recent firing of coach Xabi Alonso following a defeat in the Supercopa.

Jan 14 • 03:32 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Former Trump lawyer Halligan defends US prosecutor status in wake of Comey, James dismissals

Former Trump lawyer Lindsey Halligan defends her authority as U.S. attorney following the dismissal of two criminal cases by a judge in a recent court filing.

Jan 13 • 18:15 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
Crime & Justice

Ben Gvir to the Supreme Court: You have no authority to discuss my dismissal; the legal advisor – 'potentially under investigation' in the case of the former military prosecutor

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir asks the Supreme Court to dismiss petitions for his removal from the ministerial position, arguing that the court has no authority to discuss government minister dismissals while also attacking the legal advisor.

Jan 13 • 10:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

The new composition of the Supreme Aeronautical Council

The article discusses the new composition of the Supreme Aeronautical Council following the Extraordinary Dismissals of Senior Officers of the Air Force.

Jan 13 • 07:26 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

The scandal with Mamić shakes Croatian football! We reveal who could be the first to be dismissed

A recent scandal involving prominent Croatian football figure Mamić has prompted speculation about potential dismissals in the football community.

Jan 4 • 20:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

NHS England urged to introduce external second opinion when dismissing staff

NHS England is being called to implement an independent second opinion process for staff dismissals following the tragic case of a nurse who took his own life after an unfair dismissal.

Jan 4 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Efsyn
National & Local

Marinakis was pleased with the student dismissals

Marinakis expressed satisfaction regarding the recent dismissal of students.

Jan 2 • 14:12 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Roman Poláčik on the layoffs at the SND: It was a hunt for actors

Actor Roman Poláčik discusses the layoffs at the Slovak National Theatre, suggesting that the dismissals feel intentional rather than financial savings.

Jan 2 • 14:06 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The new disciplinary system changes everything in the Public Sector – Evaluations, fines, and dismissals

A new disciplinary law implemented on January 1, 2026, will significantly reform the responsibilities and penalties for public employees in Greece.

Jan 1 • 14:17 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

It is a revenge, communist practices, say Vášáryová, Huba, Horváth and others on the dismissals at SND

Five individuals from the drama ensemble of the Slovak National Theatre will lose their positions and work only as external collaborators starting January, with the Ministry of Culture stating it never intervenes in managerial decisions of the institutions it establishes.

Dec 30 • 15:19 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

"Were Almost Speechless" – Dismissals Following Incidents at the Paratroopers

The German military has dismissed soldiers from the Paratrooper Battalion 26 in Zweibrücken due to allegations of far-right extremism, sexual misconduct, and drug abuse, with ongoing investigations and further consequences anticipated.

Dec 29 • 18:42 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Paratrooper Regiment in Rhineland-Palatinate: Investigations against Soldiers

German authorities are investigating 19 soldiers for alleged right-wing extremism, sexual misconduct, and drug abuse within the Paratrooper Regiment in Zweibrücken, Rheinland-Palatinate, leading to dismissals and further actions by the military.

Dec 29 • 14:46 UTC

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