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🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Texas: Greg Abbott announced federal assistance after the fire in the Panhandle

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the state will receive federal assistance to manage the aftermath of the Corner Pocket wildfire, which led to massive evacuations in the Panhandle region.

Mar 19 • 17:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

R$ 7,300 assistance for families affected by the rains in Ubá is now available; see how to apply

Families affected by the rains in Ubá can now apply for assistance from the federal government amounting to R$ 7,300.

Mar 19 • 15:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

High-impact decision in Colorado: a court blocks the federal claim affecting SNAP benefits

A federal court in Colorado has blocked a federal claim that would have drastically changed access to SNAP benefits for thousands of families in the state.

Mar 18 • 21:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The social assistance scandal in Mississippi involving a renowned former WWE wrestler and millions in federal funds

A major scandal in Mississippi involving the fraudulent use of federal social assistance funds is under scrutiny in the trial of former WWE wrestler Ted DiBiase Jr.

Mar 17 • 14:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Which immigrants can receive health, food, or housing from the federal government in the U.S.

The article discusses the federal guidelines that determine which immigrants in the U.S. are eligible for public assistance programs such as health care, food, and housing.

Mar 16 • 20:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

March Bolsa Família Starts Payments on Wednesday (18); See the Calendar

The payments for the Bolsa Família program in March will begin on Wednesday, the 18th, arranged according to the beneficiaries' NIS number.

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

Monarch seeks federal government’s help as rain wreaks havoc in Benue community

The monarch of Idoma land in Nigeria calls for federal and state government assistance following severe flooding that devastated the town of Otukpo in Benue State.

Mar 15 • 11:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

CalFresh Changes from April 1: Which Migrants Will Lose Their Benefits Due to the New Federal Law in California

Starting April 1, changes to CalFresh under new federal law will impact many migrants' access to food assistance in California.

Mar 14 • 00:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Partnership guarantees R$ 10 million to expand the Food Acquisition Program in Piauí

The federal government of Brazil will invest approximately R$ 10 million to enhance the Food Acquisition Program (PAA) in Piauí, focusing on the purchase of food produced by family farms.

Mar 12 • 18:37 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Special committee meets to weigh expansion of MAID to mentally ill

A special committee in Canada is considering expanding medical assistance in dying (MAID) to include individuals with mental illnesses as the current federal ban is set to expire in 2027.

Mar 11 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Doctor who graduated in Paraíba highlights the importance of student assistance for studying: 'they managed to support me'

Doctor Luiz Henrique emphasizes the critical role of student assistance programs in his medical education journey at the Federal University of Paraíba.

Mar 9 • 16:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IFMS opens 375 spots in free courses for women with assistance of up to R$720

The Federal Institute of Mato Grosso do Sul (IFMS) has announced 375 openings for free vocational training courses for women, including financial assistance of up to R$720.

Mar 9 • 14:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal government releases R$ 500 million in credit and R$ 7.3 thousand aid for those affected by rains in Zona da Mata

The Brazilian federal government has announced financial assistance and credit for families and businesses affected by severe storms in the state of Minas Gerais.

Mar 9 • 13:18 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

International Women’s Day 2026: These are the assistance programs for Mexican women

On International Women’s Day, the Secretary of Welfare highlighted the federal government’s social programs aimed at recognizing women's contributions to the country's development.

Mar 8 • 18:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Law that guarantees pension to children with microcephaly has 'stopped' queue, and over 100 families await payment in Pernambuco

More than 100 families in Pernambuco are awaiting payments under a federal law providing financial assistance to children born with microcephaly linked to the Zika virus.

Mar 4 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Sérgio Cabral asked Rodrigo Bacellar for help to intervene in a legal process, says Federal Police

Sérgio Cabral requested assistance from state deputy Rodrigo Bacellar to influence a legal matter he was involved in, according to the Federal Police.

Feb 27 • 12:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

R$ 1 billion deficit in the DF's treasury complicates assistance to BRB, and help from the Union seems unavoidable

The District Federal government ends 2025 with a R$ 1 billion deficit, complicating the assistance to the Bank of Brasília and likely necessitating federal aid.

Feb 26 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal government will anticipate the payment of Bolsa Família and BPC for those affected by floods in MG

Brazil's interim President Geraldo Alckmin announced the early disbursement of Bolsa Família and BPC benefits to families affected by severe flooding in Minas Gerais.

Feb 25 • 00:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: JL2 of Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Strong rains in Minas Gerais caused fatalities, prompting federal aid for victims and the anticipation of social benefits for affected families.

Feb 24 • 23:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: DF2 of Tuesday, February 24, 2026

The news covers the impact of heavy rains in Minas Gerais, Brazil, mentioning federal assistance and ongoing legal cases.

Feb 24 • 23:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: DF1 from Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Severe rains in Minas Gerais (MG) have led to fatalities, prompting federal government assistance for affected families, including the distribution of mattresses and food supplies.

Feb 24 • 23:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: EPTV 2 Sul de Minas on Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Severe rainfall in Juiz de Fora, Brazil, has resulted in fatalities, prompting federal government assistance measures.

Feb 24 • 23:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Public Defender offers free services this Wednesday (25) in DF

The Public Defender of the Federal District (DF) in Brazil is providing free services for vulnerable individuals in Brasília on Wednesday, from 8 am to 2 pm.

Feb 24 • 05:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Financial Crisis of Municipalities: No Talk of Quick Help Anymore

Many cities and municipalities in Germany are facing severe financial difficulties, with no immediate solutions in sight despite earlier promises of assistance from federal and state governments.

Feb 22 • 15:11 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for beneficiaries in the U.S.: new federal rules could change access to SNAP

The U.S. federal government has approved significant changes to work requirements for SNAP recipients aimed at updating eligibility criteria.

Feb 22 • 00:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Welfare State: Greens Offer Reform Assistance

The Green Party in Germany is proposing collaboration with the federal government for comprehensive social reforms requiring constitutional changes.

Feb 20 • 12:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The key article that Minister Luis Caputo asked not to touch in the labor reform has been approved

The Argentine Congress approved a critical article in the labor reform that establishes the Labor Assistance Fund (FAL), despite opposition warnings about its implications for pension financing.

Feb 20 • 04:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IFMG Ipatinga offers free course with R$ 200 aid for Fundamental Education students

Students in the 9th grade at public schools can enroll in the free preparatory course at IFMG Ipatinga, which offers R$ 200 assistance monthly during the course period.

Feb 19 • 21:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Until March 13: the official program in a city in Florida that finances home repairs

Fort Pierce, Florida has extended the application deadline for its residential rehabilitation program until March 13, allowing eligible homeowners to apply for funding to meet local, state, and federal code standards.

Feb 19 • 13:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Integration Work in Hebertshausen: Federal Cross of Merit for Refugee Helpers

Peter Barth, a key figure in refugee assistance in Dachau, Germany, has been awarded the Federal Cross of Merit for his dedicated volunteer work aiding refugees since 2013.

Feb 13 • 09:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

MPF requests a fine of R$ 354 thousand against the city of Belém for failing to provide shelter for homeless people

The Federal Public Ministry has requested a court to impose fines totaling over R$ 354,000 against Belém and the Papa John XXIII Foundation for not complying with judicial decisions regarding the sheltering of homeless individuals in the city.

Feb 10 • 23:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PRF truck carries free health and social assistance services to Serrinha; learn more

A truck from the Federal Highway Police (PRF) is set to provide free health and social assistance services in Serrinha, Brazil, from October 9 to 12.

Feb 7 • 11:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

The Disappearance of Journalist Savannah Guthrie's Mother, the Mystery Shocking the United States

The disappearance of 84-year-old Nancy Guthrie, mother of NBC host Savannah Guthrie, is being treated as a kidnapping without evidence, with authorities offering a $50,000 reward for information and federal assistance from President Trump.

Feb 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Trump reacts to NBC host Savannah Guthrie's mother Nancy's mysterious abduction

President Trump offered support to Savannah Guthrie following the mysterious abduction of her mother, Nancy, in Tucson, Arizona.

Feb 4 • 01:16 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Trump ‘ask us’ doctrine explained as protests rage in far left states

President Trump stated he will only send federal law enforcement to Democrat cities if local officials formally request assistance amid ongoing protests.

Feb 2 • 20:02 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Secretary Noem says Gov Walz rejected DHS' help as protests grip Minneapolis

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem stated that Minnesota Governor Tim Walz declined her offer of federal assistance as protests continue in Minneapolis following recent police-related incidents.

Jan 15 • 22:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Fires in Australia killed thousands of animals, fire spreads uncontrollably

Extensive bushfires in southeastern Australia have destroyed hundreds of buildings and killed thousands of livestock within a week, with the federal and Victoria state governments announcing financial assistance for those affected.

Jan 12 • 17:08 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Minneapolis, a new video emerges: here are the last moments of Renee Good

The death of Renee Good, shot by a federal officer during an immigration operation in Minnesota, continues to provoke protests across the U.S., with a latest 47-second video surfacing as authorities call for public assistance in the investigation.

Jan 10 • 09:48 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Somalia: US halts assistance to federal government

The US has stopped all assistance to Somalia's federal government due to allegations of misappropriation of aid funds.

Jan 8 • 15:18 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Only 33 hours after the attack – Berlin's hesitant declaration of a

Berlin's Mayor Wegner claims that crisis management after a far-left terrorist attack was prompt and effective, despite criticism that the city could have sought federal and state assistance sooner.

Jan 7 • 17:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump administration halts more than $10bn for childcare and family assistance

The Trump administration is freezing over $10 billion in federal childcare and family assistance funds for several states due to concerns over fraud and misuse.

Jan 7 • 02:57 UTC

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