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🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Environmental Protection: The Boundary and Direction of Business Development

The article discusses the complex relationship between environmental protection and economic freedom in Poland, emphasizing their constitutional significance and the conflicts that arise between private and public interests.

Feb 27 • 10:08 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Geopolitical Turn Changes the Rules of the Economic Game: The Role of the State in Corporate Activities is Growing

A strategic forecast suggests that by 2026, geopolitics will play a more direct role in shaping the business environment, necessitating a shift in corporate strategies and decision-making.

Feb 27 • 06:07 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spain opposes lowering environmental and social standards to boost EU economy

Spain has expressed its opposition to lowering environmental and social standards in order to enhance the economic competitiveness of the European Union.

Feb 26 • 20:35 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Hungary: The Economic Crisis is Viktor Orbán's Arch-Nemesis

The town of Göd, Hungary, faces scrutiny over its Samsung battery factory, accused of environmental violations which the government allegedly turned a blind eye to.

Feb 26 • 14:46 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

ADN in search of 77 votes to approve the urgent law for the strengthening of the mining and energy sectors

The Ecuadorian political party Acción Democrática Nacional is seeking to secure 77 votes in the Assembly to pass an urgent economic bill aimed at strengthening the mining and energy sectors.

Feb 25 • 21:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Recycling sector faces crisis and selective collection decreases in Sorocaba: 'Difficult cycle to break', says cooperative president

Sorocaba's selective waste collection has significantly decreased, moving from weekly to bi-weekly or even monthly services due to economic challenges faced by local cooperatives.

Feb 25 • 13:07 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

About potential flood threats and risks – interactive maps

An interactive tool has been developed to showcase the threats of flooding due to snowmelt and rainfall in Lithuania, providing risk assessments for residents and economic activities.

Feb 25 • 06:54 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

An expelled member for a sign, a strong clash, and the biggest ovation of the night: the highlights of Trump's speech in Congress

President Donald Trump's State of the Union address featured a dramatic expulsion of a congressman for protesting, amidst a backdrop of his boasts about economic growth and a controversial political environment.

Feb 25 • 03:44 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Rwanda: What to Know As Govt Sets Deadline for Factories to Relocate to Industrial Zones

Rwanda's government has mandated that factories operating outside of designated industrial zones must relocate within ten years to enhance order in industrial development and protect the environment.

Feb 24 • 05:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Real estate market breaks records in 2025 and maintains strong demand despite high interest rates

The Brazilian real estate market achieved historical results in 2025, showing resilience with strong demand despite a high interest rate environment.

Feb 23 • 14:40 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

March Against Urgent Laws Proceeds in Samborondón, Where the National Assembly is Meeting

A protest in Samborondón, Ecuador, is taking place against economic projects discussed by the National Assembly, with demonstrators voicing concerns about environmental impact and local governance autonomy.

Feb 20 • 15:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Economic Growth or Environmental Protection... What Do 92 Countries Choose?

A recent study reveals that 58% of respondents prioritize environmental protection over economic growth across 92 countries.

Feb 20 • 07:33 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Why do so many businesses in Mexico decide not to grow?

Despite Mexico's high entrepreneurial spirit, numerous businesses choose not to expand due to a challenging operational environment.

Feb 20 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

High street shops gearing up for large scale job losses amid collapse of big names

High street retailers in the UK are preparing for significant job losses, with over 40% planning to cut staff due to rising employment costs and a challenging economic environment.

Feb 19 • 00:01 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Spring labor negotiations intensify for wage increases; major auto unions demand a base wage rise, focusing on maintaining high levels

Major auto unions in Japan have begun formal negotiations for wage increases amidst ongoing inflation, emphasizing the demand for base wage rises in a complex economic environment.

Feb 18 • 03:32 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario finance minister says rate of health-care spending is ‘unsustainable’

Ontario's finance minister has described the province's healthcare spending as 'unsustainable', highlighting budgetary concerns amid a slowing economic environment.

Feb 17 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

Climate Council: The EU is not prepared for climate change

The EU's scientific advisory council on climate change states that it is inadequately prepared for the impacts of climate change and needs to increase investments for better protection against climate-related disasters.

Feb 17 • 05:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The largest park in the world in the middle of the desert. A new project by the Saudis

Saudi Arabia is set to build the largest park in the world, the King Salman Park, in Riyadh as part of its broader transformation efforts despite economic challenges.

Feb 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From Pocitos to Punta del Este: why more and more Americans are choosing Uruguay to start over

The article discusses the increasing trend of Americans, particularly those seeking a fresh start in life, moving to Uruguay for its stable political and economic environment.

Feb 16 • 14:28 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Economic Development Commission approves report for first debate on urgent project for strengthening mining and energy

Ecuador's Economic Development Commission has approved a report for the first debate on a proposed law aimed at strengthening the mining and energy sectors, amid complaints about the absence of environmental organizations.

Feb 13 • 04:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Codec conducts technical visit to the area of the future Industrial District of Santarém and collects information

Representatives from Codec and local authorities visited the site designated for the future Industrial District of Santarém to assess its potential for sustainable economic development.

Feb 11 • 12:05 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
World

30 times more invested in destroying nature than in saving it

A new report reveals that 97% of financial flows are directed towards activities that harm natural resources, threatening economic development and stability.

Feb 10 • 17:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"It is the way": the surprising numbers in a difficult time for the wine business

Despite a challenging environment, wine cooperatives in Mendoza are becoming a critical economic and social pillar, accounting for around 27% of the province's wine production.

Feb 10 • 09:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Themes 2026: Império da Zona Norte speaks of preservation and progress at the Mouth of the Amazon

The samba school Império da Zona Norte will focus on environmental preservation versus economic development in its theme for Carnival 2026, emphasizing the oil exploration debate in Amapá.

Feb 9 • 09:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Protests rock Milan over economic and environmental cost of Winter Olympics

Protests have erupted in Milan concerning the economic and environmental impacts of hosting the Winter Olympics.

Feb 8 • 13:11 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

China: The Resilience of the Economy at the Center of European Attention

European media and research organizations are positively evaluating China’s economic performance as it meets predefined development goals amidst a complex international environment.

Feb 6 • 07:04 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

The Fat Cow or the Fat Cow

The article discusses the technological choices and economic and environmental models necessary for the Argentine cattle ranching industry during prosperous times.

Feb 5 • 19:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Time for a Sustainable Economy

The article discusses the analogy of Earth as a spaceship requiring maintenance and how economic sciences can contribute to its preservation.

Feb 5 • 16:38 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Poland is sweeping up million-dollar investments: "Lithuania is at a serious crossroads"

Major Lithuanian real estate investors are increasingly exploring the Polish market, attracted by its strong economic environment and quicker construction permit processes.

Feb 5 • 06:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

China prepares legal grounds for 'trade retaliation'...Risks increase for companies entering the local market

China is significantly restructuring its economic and trade laws this year, which may greatly impact the business environment for foreign companies operating in the country, with clear legal grounds established for trade sanctions.

Feb 4 • 07:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Delta makes case for preservation of wetlands

Delta State Commissioner for Environment, Mr. Ejiro Jamani, emphasized the importance of preserving and sustainably managing wetlands, highlighting their environmental, economic, spiritual, and cultural significance during the World Wetlands Day celebration in Asaba.

Feb 4 • 02:27 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Vice President of the Automotive Industry Association / Car Manufacturers Will Fall When People Stop Buying Cars

Slovakia's Vice President of the Automotive Industry Association, Pavol Prepiak, discusses the unpredictable business environment and rising employment costs, which threaten the competitiveness of the automotive sector amidst declining car sales in European markets.

Feb 3 • 18:58 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Mercedes CEO in Interview: 'The S-Class is the best rolling concert hall in the world'

Mercedes CEO Ola Källenius discusses the significant redesign of the S-Class luxury car and its importance in today's complex economic and global trading environment.

Feb 3 • 08:46 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

‘Political decisions without foundations are the main threats to wetlands’: how urban development affects Ecuadorean wetlands

The article discusses how ungrounded political decisions and urban development pose significant threats to Ecuador's wetlands, which are crucial for flood protection, wildlife sustainability, and economic support for local communities.

Feb 2 • 11:55 UTC
🇯🇵 NHK News (JP)
World

Successful extraction of mud containing rare earth elements from the seabed about 5700m deep off Minami-Torishima

A project by the Japanese government has successfully extracted mud containing rare earth elements from the seabed at a depth of approximately 5700 meters in the exclusive economic zone near Minami-Torishima using the research vessel 'Chikyu.'

Feb 2 • 08:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Life & Tech

EPA to stop calculating money and lives saved by curbs on air pollution

The EPA will cease to calculate the economic and health benefits of air pollution regulations, focusing instead on industry costs, reflecting a shift towards a business-friendly policy agenda under Donald Trump.

Jan 14 • 17:46 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Messe Frankfurt: Enable, Don't Prevent!

Despite a challenging economic environment, Messe Frankfurt's management expects growth but acknowledges obstacles, particularly from city politics regarding the need for a new European school.

Jan 14 • 08:53 UTC
🇺🇸 NPR
National & Local

The EPA is changing how it considers the costs and benefits of air pollution rules

The EPA has revised its approach regarding the assessment of costs and benefits related to air pollution regulations, particularly no longer factoring in the economic cost of health impacts from fine particles and ozone.

Jan 13 • 14:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

Without relevance, media lose their impact

Walid Nakschbandi discusses the successes and challenges in the media industry, including the recent move of the Film- and Medienstiftung NRW from Düsseldorf to Cologne.

Jan 10 • 06:25 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"We’ve Had Enough" - Environmental Activists Call for Major Demonstration in Berlin

Environmental activists and farmers are set to protest in Berlin against the government's agrarian policies amidst economic burdens and controversial trade agreements.

Jan 8 • 15:52 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
National & Local

German Emissions 2025: Climate Protection Loses More Momentum

Germany's pace in climate protection continues to decline, with CO₂ emissions declining only marginally by 1.5% to 640 million tons in 2025, partly due to the economic crisis, while emissions from transport and buildings have worsened.

Jan 7 • 15:35 UTC

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