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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Transportation on handmade rafts for $1: initiatives that arise amidst the flooding in Milagro

In Milagro, Ecuador, locals are resorting to handmade rafts to transport people and belongings across flooded areas for a fee, turning a disaster into a means of survival.

Feb 26 • 22:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Announcement of the Monteiro City Hall competition; see how to register

Applications are now open for the Monteiro City Hall competition in Paraíba, Brazil, with 10 available positions for health agents and an application fee of R$80.

Feb 26 • 21:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Citizens protest toll fee on the Alóag-Santo Domingo road

Citizens protested against the toll increase on the Alóag-Santo Domingo road, demanding reinstatement of a preferential rate for local transporters.

Feb 26 • 20:36 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Lydia and Sumeria: How to Ensure You Don't Pay the New €3 Monthly Inactivity Fee

Users of Lydia are concerned about new €3 monthly inactivity fees implemented by Sumeria, following the split of services between the two.

Feb 26 • 17:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall releases updated IPTU and waste collection fees bills

The City Hall of Pindamonhangaba has made updated IPTU and waste collection fee bills available for consultation, printing, and payment after corrections to the tables were made earlier this month.

Feb 26 • 16:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Important changes planned for child-rearing in spring: discussions include even a single taxpayer fee

A conference on demographics in Lithuania discussed significant changes for child-rearing, including proposals around a single taxpayer fee.

Feb 26 • 13:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Exemption from fees in competitions for people with fibromyalgia, limit on amendments, and more: see projects approved in Rio Branco

The City Council of Rio Branco approved ten new laws, including fee exemptions for people with fibromyalgia and new rules for municipal budget amendments.

Feb 26 • 00:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Blue Zone in Santos undergoes a 6% adjustment; see the new values

The parking fees for the Blue Zone in Santos, Brazil, will increase by 6.06% starting this Thursday, with new pricing structures implemented.

Feb 25 • 20:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Paramount increases offer to buy Warner and proposes to pay a termination fee according to Netflix

Paramount has increased its acquisition offer for Warner Bros. Discovery from $30 to $31 per share, potentially challenging a previous deal with Netflix.

Feb 25 • 19:14 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Reply: The Capacity Fee Should Spread Out Customer Electricity Usage

Per Barkström from Mälarenergi discusses the importance of evenly distributing electricity consumption throughout the day to utilize the existing power grid more efficiently.

Feb 25 • 15:31 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Who will really be affected by the future inactivity fees announced by the Lydia app?

Lydia Solutions has announced a new monthly inactivity fee for its online banking service, which will affect certain customers starting March 12, 2026.

Feb 25 • 15:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deadline for payment of the Ipaam public competition ticket ends this Wednesday (25) in Amazonas

The payment deadline for the Ipaam public competition registration fee in Amazonas concludes on Wednesday, the 25th, with essential details regarding fees and examination dates.

Feb 25 • 14:32 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

No such tax has been seen in Lithuania or abroad – the cafe refrains from comments

Visitors have expressed outrage after a cafe charged 10 cents for a packet of sugar, a fee they claim is unprecedented both in Lithuania and elsewhere.

Feb 25 • 12:43 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Kaczyński Furious with TV Republika. These Materials Caused an Uproar

Jarosław Kaczyński is reportedly angry with TV Republika's financial issues and the KRRiT's rejection of installment payments for their broadcasting fee.

Feb 25 • 10:07 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Electronic Entry Permit: Entry to Great Britain - Germans must also pay in the future

Beginning February 25, visitors from 85 countries, including Germany, will need to apply for an electronic entry permit (ETA) to enter the UK, with a fee of £16, under new regulations announced by the British government.

Feb 25 • 00:28 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

UK to enforce electronic travel permit for visitors from 85 countries or face travel ban

The UK will introduce mandatory electronic travel permits for visitors from 85 countries starting February 25, 2024, requiring them to apply online and pay a fee to avoid travel bans.

Feb 24 • 23:49 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The Background of KRRiT's Decision Regarding TV Republika: "Kaczyński Went Mad"

A member of Poland's national media council voted against a concession fee installment plan for TV Republika, surprising many observers.

Feb 24 • 16:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Admission fee ₹5 and hostel security ₹50 at JNU

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) has set an admission fee of just ₹5 and a hostel security charge of ₹50.

Feb 24 • 12:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Merchant shot in his own establishment for refusing to pay fee to gang in Ceará

A merchant in Sobral, Ceará, was shot in his own store after refusing to pay a fee demanded by a criminal gang.

Feb 24 • 10:18 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Admission Fee - 5 Rupees... Know How Much JNU's Hostel and College Fees Are

Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) offers affordable admission and hostel fees, making it accessible to students from various backgrounds.

Feb 24 • 09:08 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda: Why School Fees Shouldn't Be a National Crisis

The article discusses the recurring issue of school fee payment crises in Uganda, highlighting the struggles of parents and schools in managing their financial dynamics.

Feb 24 • 07:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The President of TV Republika ends speculation regarding the concession. "We proposed a fair solution"

The President of TV Republika discussed the recent decision by the National Broadcasting Council regarding their request for a staggered concession fee payment.

Feb 24 • 07:02 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Ombudsman Flags Sh30 SMS Fee for School Placement Results

The Kenya Commission on Administrative Justice has criticized the Sh30 fee for accessing secondary school placement results via SMS, calling it excessive and a barrier for many families.

Feb 24 • 06:53 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Aftonbladet's readers must pay to avoid data collection

Readers of Aftonbladet must either consent to data collection or pay a monthly fee to opt out, as the media company adapts to stricter EU regulations.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Turku will start charging for moving incorrectly parked electric scooters in March

The city of Turku, Finland, will implement a fee for moving improperly parked electric scooters starting in March.

Feb 24 • 04:16 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

A large part of the increased registration fee will go to pay the expense bill of the University of Iceland

The Student Council of the University of Iceland has filed a motion of no confidence against the rector due to a proposed increase in the registration fee.

Feb 23 • 23:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New garbage collection fee starts in Cabo Frio and changes calculations for residential and commercial properties

A new garbage collection fee has been implemented in Cabo Frio, Brazil, prompting discussions among residents regarding its calculation based on property type and estimated waste generation.

Feb 23 • 19:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Councilors file lawsuit in court to invalidate garbage collection fee

Council members in Quito are challenging a newly implemented garbage collection fee that has doubled costs for residents, prompting a legal push for its suspension.

Feb 23 • 16:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Morrisons shoppers say 'write to your MP' as supermarket introduces new fee

Morrisons customers in Stakeford are upset over a new fee for cash withdrawals from ATMs at their local convenience store.

Feb 23 • 14:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amazonas students have until Tuesday (24) to request exemption in Ufam's PSC

Students from Amazonas' state schools are eligible to apply for a fee exemption for the Federal University of Amazonas' continuous selection process until Tuesday.

Feb 23 • 13:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Lloyds Bank warns 'they can differ' over what fees apply to customers

Lloyds Bank clarifies its fee structure after a customer comparison with Monzo reveals significant differences in account charges.

Feb 23 • 13:39 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'What is your rate?', asked a Bhojpuri singer on stage, ran to hit with a sandal

A viral video shows Bhojpuri singer Nisha Upadhyay getting angry during a live show after an inappropriate comment about her fee, leading her to threaten the anchor with a sandal.

Feb 23 • 13:08 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Protest Against Fees at Mahakal Temple

Devotees are protesting the new fee system for participating in evening and night prayers at the Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain, India.

Feb 23 • 11:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Evening Aarti of Mahakal has a fee of ₹250, BJP legislator criticizes the government

The Mahakaleshwar Temple in Ujjain has introduced a ₹250 entry fee for participating in evening and night aartis, sparking debate over faith versus fees in the political arena.

Feb 23 • 09:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Mum left 'embarrassed' in shopping centre after bank card blunder on day out

A mother felt embarrassed after being denied access to shopping centre toilets because she didn't have a bank card to pay a small fee.

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

Mum 'disgusted' after being refused toilet access at shopping centre

A mother was upset after being denied access to the toilets at a Liverpool shopping centre due to her not having a bank card to pay a small fee.

Feb 23 • 08:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Applications for theater, guitar, and forró courses with a monthly fee of R$ 35 are open in Teresina; see how to apply

Teresina is offering affordable courses in theater, guitar, and forró, aimed at children, youth, and adults, with monthly fees set at R$ 35.

Feb 22 • 23:29 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Disappearance of Old Cars from Circulation Has Changed

The regulation changes regarding vehicle taxes and registration fees have altered the way older cars are removed from circulation in Estonia.

Feb 22 • 16:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Win or loss for the consumer? Wolt complicates service fee calculations

Wolt is shifting to a dynamic pricing model for its subscription service, which may lead to varying discounts for consumers based on order components.

Feb 22 • 09:01 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Ways Older Cars Disappear from Circulation Have Changed

The process for removing older cars from circulation in Estonia has been altered, with an upcoming registration fee increase to 800 euros for deregistration starting next year.

Feb 22 • 06:21 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'Dhurandhar 2' will benefit Yash despite clash, received this much fee for 'Toxic'!

Actor Yash is set to release his new film 'Toxic: A Fairy Tale for Grown-Ups' and has reportedly charged 50 crore rupees for his role, along with a profit-sharing agreement amounting to around 150 crore rupees.

Feb 22 • 01:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

New rule on Wednesday for a million Brits means new passport or £589 fee

New regulations will require some dual British nationals to obtain a new passport or pay a £589 fee to enter the UK starting February 25, 2026.

Feb 21 • 20:56 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Expansion of Pre-Entry Screening for Foreigners: Permanent Residency Fee Increased from 10,000 to 200,000 Yen

Japan is expanding its electronic travel authorization system, JESTA, to include more foreign travelers while significantly raising fees for permanent residency applications.

Feb 21 • 20:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

At least four cities in Alto Tietê charge 'waste fee'; see amounts

At least four cities in the Alto Tietê region have started charging residents a 'waste fee' as part of their urban property tax to fund waste management services.

Feb 21 • 11:37 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Public lands: the emphyteusis, Bernardino Rivadavia, and a success that was not

This article examines Bernardino Rivadavia's initiative to grant public lands to citizens in exchange for a fee, which ultimately failed to achieve its intended outcomes.

Feb 21 • 09:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Recommendation of KEF Experts: Why Should the Broadcasting Fee Increase by Exactly 28 Cents?

The KEF recommends a 28-cent increase in the broadcasting fee, a significant reduction from the initially proposed increase of 58 cents.

Feb 21 • 07:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DVLA tells drivers how to save money when renewing driving licence

The DVLA is advising drivers to renew their driving licences online to save money, highlighting significant fee differences between renewal methods.

Feb 21 • 01:30 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Campus Storm: Redeemer's University Faces Backlash Over Fees, Welfare Concerns

Redeemer's University in Nigeria is facing criticism from students and parents regarding fee enforcement and welfare conditions following a viral TikTok video.

Feb 21 • 00:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

It's #FAKE a site that imitates the appearance of the official page of the Federal Council of Medicine to charge annual fees; it is a scam

A fake website mimicking the official page of the Federal Council of Medicine is attempting to charge doctors an annual fee for 2026, which is a scam.

Feb 20 • 20:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Setback for a K mayor: the court annulled a fee for "essential services" imposed on the countryside

A court in Mar del Plata annulled a controversial tax imposed on agricultural producers in Azul, Argentina, sparking significant discontent among the local farming community.

Feb 20 • 19:05 UTC

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