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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Excess profits?: The liberal voice is missing

A Bundestag debate reveals a lack of liberal commentary on the proposed excess profit tax related to fuel prices, with CDU lawmaker Klaus Wiener questioning the concept entirely.

Mar 20 • 15:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Proteins, a modern obsession: how much to eat, how to improve synthesis, and the risks of excess

The rise of protein supplements and foods highlights a contemporary obsession with high-protein diets, prompting questions about their actual health implications.

Mar 20 • 08:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Fuel Prices in Latvia – Lower than the EU Average

Fuel prices in Latvia are currently lower than the EU average, despite recent discussions on the excess profit tax on fuel sales.

Mar 19 • 18:08 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The VMI Sends a Message to Residents – Begins the Refund of Excess Individual Income Tax Payments

The Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) is starting to refund excess individual income taxes to residents’ designated bank accounts, urging taxpayers to verify their declarations.

Mar 19 • 06:38 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Turbulence: Panic in the Air is a Top-Notch Thriller That Embraces Excess and Ends in Free Fall

Turbulence: Panic in the Air is an excessive thriller revolving around three characters trapped in a hot air balloon, facing blackmail and secrets.

Mar 19 • 03:02 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Siliņa: fuel traders must reckon with 'impressive' excess profit tax

Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa indicates that the planned excess profit tax for fuel traders will be considerable, with specific percentages yet to be determined.

Mar 18 • 13:12 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Prime Minister: The excess profit tax on fuel traders will be impressive

The Latvian Prime Minister indicated plans for a significant excess profit tax on fuel traders, while discussing measures to stabilize fuel prices.

Mar 18 • 11:56 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Court orders bank to refund customer N3.38m excess charges

A Nigerian court has ruled that Fidelity Bank Plc must refund N3.38 million to Ifeco Communications Limited for excess charges deducted from their account.

Mar 18 • 05:03 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Reducing fuel prices by lowering excise tax and limiting excess profits

Latvia plans to temporarily lower excise taxes on fuel and limit excess profits to prevent unjustified price increases amid global economic pressures.

Mar 17 • 14:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon Shares Article Mentioning Kim Eo-jun: "Excess That Hinders Reform Should Not Exist"

President Yoon Suk-yeol emphasized on social media that unnecessary excess hindering reform should not be tolerated, while sharing criticism aimed at him by broadcaster Kim Eo-jun regarding his commitment to judicial reform.

Mar 17 • 10:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

After giving birth, she had excess skin on her stomach. By removing it, she regained her confidence

A woman regained her self-confidence after having excess skin on her stomach removed following childbirth.

Mar 17 • 08:21 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

City Mayors Say It's Important to Cut the Fat

City officials in Iceland stress the importance of reducing excess spending.

Mar 16 • 23:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Increasing 'Active' ETFs in the KOSDAQ Market

The KOSDAQ market is seeing a rise in 'active' ETFs, which aim for excess returns compared to market indexes, following a government initiative to stimulate the market.

Mar 16 • 06:59 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Today's Auspicious Color for Aquarius is Sky Blue

Today, those with the Aquarius zodiac sign may experience an excess of work and unnecessary worries, but improvement is expected by the evening.

Mar 16 • 05:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Excess profits of $63 billion for US oil companies due to the conflict in the Middle East

US oil companies are projected to earn over $60 billion this year thanks to soaring crude oil prices amid the ongoing conflict with Iran.

Mar 15 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Annika Veimer: Excess Protein Consumption Is Certainly Not Beneficial

Annika Veimer, the director of the Estonian National Institute for Health Development, warns that excessive protein consumption can lead to various health issues and is not supported by scientific evidence.

Mar 14 • 05:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government, following President Lee's directive, forgoes the weekend and begins preparing the supplementary budget... with a possible maximum of 20 trillion won

The South Korean government is preparing a supplementary budget of up to 20 trillion won, prompted by President Lee's directive for swift economic support amidst significant excess tax revenues.

Mar 13 • 06:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Czech Paradox: Schools Must Be Closed While Also Being Built

A Czech town is facing a paradox of having excess school capacity while also needing more educational facilities due to declining birth rates.

Mar 13 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korea named as target of new Section 301 probe by US

The US Trade Representative has launched investigations into structural excess capacity in the manufacturing sector, with Korea among the countries being examined.

Mar 12 • 08:30 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Trump Administration Begins Preparations for New Tariffs Targeting Japan and Others

The Trump administration is launching a trade investigation into excess production by various countries, including Japan, to assess potential tariffs.

Mar 12 • 01:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

U.S. Launches Trade Investigations That Could Pave the Way for New Tariffs

The U.S. government has initiated a trade investigation against 16 major partners over alleged excess production, potentially leading to new tariffs.

Mar 12 • 00:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Breaking News] The United States Begins Investigation Under Trade Law Section 301... Including South Korea

The U.S. Trade Representative has officially launched a new trade investigation targeting global manufacturing over structural excess production, which includes South Korea among 16 nations.

Mar 11 • 23:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Sleeping seven hours and 18 minutes is linked to better metabolism, according to a study: excess sleep may also have effects

A study from Nantong University in China suggests that sleeping seven hours and 18 minutes a night is associated with better metabolic indicators, while excessive sleep recovery on weekends may negatively impact glucose metabolism.

Mar 11 • 20:27 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Marta León, microbiota expert: "Excess water during meals does not always help"

An expert discusses the need for proper water intake and its impact on digestion and hydration.

Mar 11 • 10:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Prizes paid for bets are subject to Income Tax; see rules and how to split the amounts

Winnings from fixed-odds betting and fantasy sports are taxable in Brazil, and excess amounts over R$ 28,467.20 are subject to a 15% tax.

Mar 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"More is more and less is boring": a phrase from a centenary businesswoman who challenged the rules

Iris Apfel, a centenarian businesswoman, shares a philosophy on life that embraces excess and challenges conventional norms.

Mar 8 • 12:38 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Healthier than any porridge: three tablespoons in the morning and you will get rid of not only excess weight but also cholesterol

The article highlights the health benefits of oatmeal bran as a nutritious alternative to traditional oatmeal.

Mar 8 • 07:42 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Schlein's proposal to the government: 'Use the extra VAT revenue to lower fuel taxes'

Elly Schlein proposes that the government use excess VAT revenue to lower fuel taxes amidst rising fuel prices in Italy.

Mar 7 • 13:33 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

From $9 to only $2: the collapse of bananas in Manabí that seeks to save itself in national markets

Ecuadorian banana producers face a drastic price drop due to new tariffs imposed by Colombia, prompting a strategy to redirect excess production to national markets.

Mar 5 • 13:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

This material is a real "body broom", reduces excess cholesterol, suppresses inflammation

The article discusses the rising trend of 'fibremaxxing' on social media and the importance of dietary fibers.

Mar 5 • 08:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Mendoza: the merchant accused of killing a thief has been released and charged with homicide for acting in excess of self-defense

Franco Correa Robles has been released after being charged with homicide for killing a thief during a chase in Mendoza, but he remains linked to the investigation.

Mar 4 • 23:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Well-known hair extension master Reveka Devolskyte underwent plastic surgery

Reveka Devolskyte, a noted hair extension expert, has undergone plastic surgery to remove excess skin after significant weight loss.

Mar 3 • 14:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Excess Mortality During the Pandemic Was Low in Finland

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on overall mortality in Finland was minimal, according to the Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare.

Mar 3 • 04:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This is how COVID-19 affected mortality in Finland – New study released

A recent international study finds that the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on excess mortality in Finland was minimal between early 2020 and spring 2023.

Mar 3 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The First Energy Communities are Being Established in Latvia

Local entrepreneur Aivars Zelčs has initiated an energy community sharing excess electricity generated from solar panels with neighbors.

Mar 2 • 14:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Excess of ultra-processed foods can affect hunger and satiety in youth

A study indicates that a diet high in ultra-processed foods may lead young people to eat more than they actually feel like consuming.

Mar 1 • 17:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

TEPCO Implements Renewable Energy 'Output Control' for the First Time Due to Increased Solar Power Generation in Good Weather

Tokyo Electric Power Company (TEPCO) has conducted its first 'output control' of renewable energy, limiting solar and wind generation due to an excess supply caused by good weather conditions.

Mar 1 • 05:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Osteoporosis medication shows potential against diseases caused by excess iron

Researchers from the University of São Paulo found that two osteoporosis medications could help combat diseases caused by iron overload in the body.

Feb 26 • 19:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Water Resistance - A Challenge That Will Change Business

The article discusses the critical importance of stable water resources for various industries in Poland, highlighting the consequences of water scarcity and excess on the economy and sectors like agriculture and chemicals.

Feb 26 • 12:13 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

This small vegetable is not only tasty and filling: eliminates excess fluids, improves circulation, reduces inflammation

The article discusses the health benefits of celery, highlighting its nutritional value and potential medicinal properties.

Feb 25 • 10:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Legend Keeps His Medals in a Safe – Last Drank to Excess at Age 12

Ole Einar Bjørndalen, the legendary biathlete, shares insights about his life and current activities at age 52, including a shift from skiing to daily running.

Feb 24 • 06:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The dollar loses $75 in banks this month: what are the reasons for the return of the 'super peso' and how long can the calm last

The dollar has fallen significantly this month due to an excess supply and subdued demand caused by high interest rates in Argentina.

Feb 23 • 18:10 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Stéphane Layani: "The excess of regulations has damaged our relationship with food"

Stéphane Layani warns that France's agricultural sovereignty is at risk due to excessive regulations and reliance on imports, advocating for a more diverse and profitable agricultural sector.

Feb 23 • 13:27 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"Absolute Excess". The Executor Was to Obtain Tens of Millions from a Debtor, Case Heading to Court

A Czech executor is facing court proceedings for allegedly obtaining tens of millions from a debtor through dubious means.

Feb 23 • 09:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Exact amount of vitamin D to take - too much can mean 'heart or kidney problems’

Dr. Oscar Duke warns that excess vitamin D intake may lead to heart and kidney issues, urging the public to adhere to recommended dosage during a BBC program.

Feb 23 • 06:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Salis, excess of adrenaline

The article discusses the political challenges faced by Genoa's mayor, Salis, while evaluating her communication strategy and its implications for the city's governance.

Feb 22 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Ryanair and easyJet passengers warned not to pack three items to avoid baggage fees

Passengers flying with Ryanair and easyJet are advised by travel experts to avoid packing certain items in their cabin bags to evade excess baggage fees.

Feb 21 • 15:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BBC Morning Live doctor shares 'very little benefit' of key vitamins

A BBC Morning Live doctor cautions against excess vitamin intake, suggesting that lifestyle changes may be more beneficial, while still acknowledging the importance of vitamin D.

Feb 21 • 12:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Estimated 100 billion euros: Trade politician sees opportunities for repayment of US tariffs

EU Parliament member Bernd Lange estimates that over 100 billion euros in excess tariffs paid by German companies could be refunded following a US Supreme Court ruling against President Trump's tariff policies.

Feb 21 • 11:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Study on masks and deaths from covid-19 hides methodological flaws; see video

A recent study suggests a correlation between mask usage and excess mortality in Europe, but further analysis indicates potential methodological flaws.

Feb 20 • 21:55 UTC

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