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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

CNJ suspends judge from TJ-MT suspected of selling decisions, and PF carries out action at the court headquarters

A judge in Brazil has been suspended for allegedly selling judicial decisions in exchange for benefits, prompting an investigation by the Federal Police.

Mar 2 • 16:19 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Starting April 1: The Democrats' plan in Illinois regarding SNAP to benefit thousands of migrants

Illinois Democrats are proposing legislation to counteract federal cuts to SNAP benefits, aiming to alleviate the impact on migrants affected by the changes.

Feb 28 • 14:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Fringe Benefits': a retired judge complained about the lack of snacks and coffee for magistrates during a trial at the STF

During a trial at Brazil's Supreme Federal Court, retired judge Cláudia Márcia de Carvalho Soares criticized the lack of basic provisions for magistrates, including snacks and functional apartments.

Feb 26 • 21:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gilmar Mendes, from the Supreme Federal Court, decides that the Judiciary and the Public Ministry can only pay 'fringe benefits' if provided for by federal law

Minister Gilmar Mendes ruled that the Judiciary and Public Ministry in Brazil can only authorize fringe benefits if there is a federal law in place.

Feb 25 • 00:54 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
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Tasha Kheiriddin: Pierre Poilievre's deportation gamble

The article discusses Pierre Poilievre's criticism of the Canadian government's treatment of asylum seekers, claiming they receive better health care benefits than struggling citizens.

Feb 24 • 19:11 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Federal Revenue excludes non-profit associations from fiscal benefit cuts

The Brazilian Federal Revenue has issued a regulation exempting non-profit associations from the linear reduction of fiscal benefits outlined in the Complementary Law No. 224.

Feb 23 • 21:57 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Family Policy: Child Benefits Will Soon be Automatic

Parents will soon receive child benefits automatically after the birth of a child without having to submit an application in most cases, according to a draft law from the Federal Ministry of Finance in Germany.

Feb 19 • 14:41 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Dino expands decision on fringe benefits and prohibits new laws with remuneration exceeding the constitutional ceiling

Minister Flávio Dino of the Supreme Federal Court of Brazil has prohibited the enactment of new laws allowing salaries or indemnities that surpass the constitutional ceiling.

Feb 19 • 14:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Confirmed: Katie Hobbs announces 7.5 million dollars to optimize SNAP benefits and unemployment insurance in Arizona

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs has announced a $7.5 million initiative to enhance SNAP and unemployment benefits amid ongoing tensions between the state and federal government over data sharing.

Feb 13 • 12:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much did Cristina Kirchner receive as a pension

The Federal Social Security Chamber has ordered the reinstatement of Cristina Kirchner's widow's pension following a ruling that affirms its character as an alimentary benefit during ongoing legal proceedings regarding privilege benefits.

Feb 12 • 21:53 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Gavin Newsom signed law SB 694 that benefits and protects a key community in California

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed law SB 694 aimed at preventing scams against veterans receiving federal benefits.

Feb 11 • 23:41 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘Doesn’t make sense’: Union files labour complaint over federal 4-day in-office mandate

The Public Service Alliance of Canada has filed a complaint against the federal government's new requirement for some employees to work in-office up to four days a week, arguing that it undermines the benefits of remote work.

Feb 7 • 20:22 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

How healthy is it to eat eggs? Does it raise cholesterol? Myths and realities of this animal food

The article discusses the health effects of consuming eggs in the Mexican diet, addressing common myths about cholesterol and nutritional benefits as highlighted by the Federal Consumer Attorney's Office (Profeco).

Feb 7 • 14:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice approves agreement and benefits Saul Sabbá, owner of the bank that founded Master

A federal court in São Paulo has approved a non-prosecution agreement for businessman Saul Sabbá, requiring him to perform community service and pay a fine to avoid charges of fraudulent management.

Feb 6 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Code of Ethics of the STF: some ministers support debate in the CNJ aimed at ending perks and compulsory retirement

A portion of Supreme Federal Court ministers advocate initiating discussions on a Code of Ethics in the National Justice Council to address issues like excessive benefits and mandatory retirement.

Feb 5 • 15:21 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Are our public servants underpaid? What German officials really earn

The German Federal Constitutional Court calls for a significant salary increase for public servants, raising questions about current compensation for teachers, judges, and police officers, as well as their retirement benefits.

Feb 2 • 08:22 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"We need more pressure" - CDU politician wants compulsory service for all benefit recipients

The designated Minister President of Saxony-Anhalt, Sven Schulze, calls for benefit recipients in Germany to be required to perform community service, criticizing the federal government's planned reform of citizen income as inadequate.

Jan 16 • 00:18 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Refugee flood isn’t smart policy, it’s the gift that keeps on taking

The article discusses ongoing federal benefits fraud linked to childcare operations and Somali immigrants in Minnesota, amidst political considerations and media responses.

Jan 12 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump administration suspends $129m in benefit payments to Minnesota

The Trump administration has halted $129 million in federal benefit payments to Minnesota due to allegations of widespread fraud involving local non-profits and businesses.

Jan 10 • 17:04 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Second Georgia lawmaker accused of ripping off taxpayers with pandemic unemployment fraud announces retirement

Georgia state House member Karen Bennett has announced her retirement amid charges of fraudulently collecting federal unemployment benefits during the pandemic.

Jan 9 • 17:39 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

DOJ charges ex-Georgia Democrat lawmaker with allegedly fraudulently obtaining COVID unemployment benefits

A former Democratic lawmaker from Georgia faces federal charges for allegedly fraudulently receiving nearly $14,000 in COVID-19 unemployment benefits.

Jan 6 • 18:53 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Federal officials to halt more than $10B in funding to 5 states over non-citizen benefit concerns: report

The Trump administration is reportedly freezing over $10 billion in federal funding to five Democrat-led states due to concerns about benefits potentially going to non-citizens.

Jan 6 • 02:38 UTC

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