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๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

FdI's Overreach: Fast Track for Electoral Law. A Dance Around Preferences

The right-wing coalition in Italy is rapidly advancing electoral law reforms without consulting the opposition, aiming for swift implementation.

Feb 28 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

FG seeks Canadian tech, investment to fast-track mining reforms

The Nigerian government is seeking Canadian technology and investment to enhance its mining sector reforms.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The K Block Leader in the Senate Clashed with Abdala Over a Fast-Track Voting Attempt for LLA: "Will You Drop Your Pants If We Vote by Majority?"

The leader of the Kirchnerist bloc in the Argentine Senate, Josรฉ Mayans, criticized Bartolomรฉ Abdala for attempting to facilitate a fast-track vote on a trade agreement with the European Union, using provocative language to express his discontent with the lack of proper discussion.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Fast trains will still run at 10 kilometers per hour on the Karelian track next year โ€“ possibly 200 km/h in the next decade

Due to safety concerns, trains on the Karelian track in Finland will only be allowed to travel at 10 km/h for the time being, with the hope for a new bridge to allow for higher speeds in the future.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

BBC to conduct fast-track investigation into broadcasting of racial slur from Baftas

The BBC will conduct a fast-track investigation into a racial slur that was broadcast during its coverage of the Bafta film awards.

Feb 25 โ€ข 16:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Two 'fast-track' ways to get a new passport that could save your holiday

The article outlines two expedited options for obtaining a passport in the UK to avoid disruptions to holiday plans.

Feb 24 โ€ข 13:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
World

Putin puts 'nuclear triad' on fast track, Zelenskyy claims โ€˜World War 3โ€™ underway

President Putin declares the enhancement of Russia's nuclear triad as a top priority amid escalating tensions and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
Sports

"Fast Italy": Being there is everything! This also applies to Wolfhounds

A Czech wolfdog became an unexpected sensation at the Olympic Games by joining competitors on the ski track before wandering off.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Norwegians want to know whether Icelanders are on a fast track to the European Union

Norwegians are curious about Iceland's potential quick accession to the European Union.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
Sports

Ljutiฤ‡: I want to ski fast, leave everything on the track, and fight for a medal

Croatian skier Zrinka Ljutiฤ‡ is preparing for her event in the slalom at the upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Feb 17 โ€ข 09:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Women rally at National Assembly to fast-track reserved seats bill

Women in Nigeria rallied at the National Assembly to urge lawmakers to expedite the passage of the Women Reserved Seats Bill ahead of the 2027 elections.

Feb 17 โ€ข 02:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Dangote signs $400m equipment deal to fast-track refinery expansion

The Dangote Group has signed a $400 million deal with China's XCMG Construction Machinery to enhance the expansion of its petroleum refinery capacity.

Feb 16 โ€ข 22:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Starmer vows to fast-track social media law but says under-16s ban not definite

Keir Starmer has promised quicker action on regulating young people's access to social media but has not committed to a complete ban for those under 16.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Ukraine's Possible Quick EU Membership Could Change the Accession Process

Ukraine's desire for fast-track EU membership may prompt a reevaluation of the EU's accession process, with the possibility of partial rights initially granted.

Feb 13 โ€ข 19:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Country offers new fast-track citizenship to wealthy Americans seeking other opportunities

Greece has launched a new program allowing wealthy Americans to obtain citizenship by investing in selected startups.

Feb 12 โ€ข 20:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Orban against Brussels: Fast track accession of Ukraine equals war against Hungary

Victor Orban criticizes the EU's plan for fast-track accession of Ukraine, comparing it to a declaration of war against Hungary.

Feb 11 โ€ข 13:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

CAQ leadership candidate Frรฉchette promises to revive Quebecโ€™s fast-track immigration program

Christine Frรฉchette, a leadership candidate for the Coalition Avenir Quรฉbec, vows to reinstate the fast-track immigration program previously terminated by her government.

Feb 11 โ€ข 02:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Beware! The Fast Track to Inflation Starting from Zero is Full of Nonsense

The article discusses the challenges and time required for countries to achieve low inflation rates and highlights the importance of political stability in economic programs.

Feb 10 โ€ข 23:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท France24
National & Local

EU lawmakers back tougher asylum rules allowing fast-track rejections

EU lawmakers have approved tighter asylum regulations that enable fast-track rejections and the transfer of asylum seekers to designated safe countries, reflecting a notable shift in migration policy amidst increasing anti-immigration sentiment.

Feb 10 โ€ข 23:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
Sports

All you need to know about speed skating at Winter Olympics and how fast athletes can go

The article provides an overview of speed skating disciplines, race formats, and athletes' remarkable speeds at the Winter Olympics.

Feb 7 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Fast food on a new track in Greece โ€“ Who are the chain operators, who is entering strongly

The fast food market in Greece is restructuring as local chains seek balance and international players are ramping up competition in high-traffic areas, driven by changes in consumption habits due to remote work and delivery services.

Feb 7 โ€ข 06:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Alton Towers restricts people with these conditions from disability pass queue

Alton Towers theme park has announced it will restrict access to its fast-track disability pass for visitors with certain conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, and autism.

Feb 5 โ€ข 17:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Fast track for defense-critical facilities progresses โ€“ closely monitoring the situation in Pori due to the explosive factory

A proposed law could expedite the licensing process for a defense-critical production facility in Pori, which is particularly significant due to the nearby TNT factory.

Feb 5 โ€ข 14:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Will a fast track open for the Pori explosives factory? The government's proposal is expected on Thursday

The Finnish government is expected to present a legislative proposal on Thursday to facilitate the rapid construction of an explosives factory in Pori without the need for municipal zoning.

Feb 4 โ€ข 13:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Sussan Ley may fast-track permanent Liberal-only frontbench as Coalition reunion hopes fade

Sussan Ley is likely to expedite the establishment of a permanent Liberal frontbench, signaling a deepening rift with the Nationals as reunification attempts falter.

Feb 4 โ€ข 07:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

States fast-track urban transport reforms to unlock funding

State transport commissioners in Nigeria are expediting urban mobility reforms to prepare viable infrastructure projects for World Bank financing under the National Urban Mobility Programme following a recent stakeholders' forum addressing an urban transport crisis.

Feb 4 โ€ข 00:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Fast track change of use to open closed properties

The article discusses a fast track approach to repurposing derelict buildings into emergency housing to address the housing crisis, highlighting the need for deviations from urban planning regulations.

Feb 2 โ€ข 08:50 UTC
๐ŸŒ AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Criminal Justice Sector Urged to Fast-Track HIV, TB and Malaria Response Activities

Stakeholders in Uganda's criminal justice sector have urged for the faster implementation of activities addressing barriers related to HIV, TB, and malaria within justice institutions.

Feb 2 โ€ข 05:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Real Estate: The Government is seeking a solution for housing the abandoned

The Greek Ministry of Environment and Energy plans to implement a fast-track regulation allowing non-residential buildings to be quickly converted into residences, aiming to address housing issues.

Jan 13 โ€ข 04:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

PM recalls parliament to fast-track hate speech and gun laws in wake of Bondi terror attack

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is convening parliament early to advance legislation on tougher hate speech laws and gun reform following the Bondi terror attack.

Jan 12 โ€ข 04:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
National & Local

Fast track change of use for thousands of properties: Offices and shops become... homes with a tax bonus

The article discusses a fast-track initiative allowing the conversion of offices and shops into homes, supported by a 10-year tax bonus, as part of broader housing interventions set to continue until 2026.

Jan 9 โ€ข 05:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Criminal prosecution of Ivan Greko for the misdemeanor of accepting stolen goods

Ivan Greko, a trap artist, has been charged with the misdemeanor of accepting stolen goods and is set to stand trial tomorrow at the Fast-Track Single-Member Court.

Dec 28 โ€ข 14:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Life & Tech

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Repubblica's newsletters are designed to provide reliable reading pauses that help readers understand and keep track of current events amidst the fast-paced news cycle.

Dec 5 โ€ข 08:00 UTC

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