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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Epstein: Who was he, who protected him, and how did he build the power network that still burns?

The article explores the life and influence of Jeffrey Epstein, examining how he gained wealth and prominence despite lacking formal qualifications, and the ongoing political implications of his legacy.

Feb 27 • 13:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

The IMF Board approved a new $8.1 billion loan package for Ukraine

The IMF has sanctioned an $8.1 billion loan package for Ukraine, allowing immediate access to approximately $1.5 billion.

Feb 27 • 05:45 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Abortion Tourism / The European Commission Will Not Establish a New Financial Mechanism. Access to Abortions May Go Through the European Social Fund

The European Commission has rejected the initiative for a new financial mechanism to expand access to abortions, stating that member states can utilize existing tools like the European Social Fund for support.

Feb 26 • 17:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Brussels rejects creating a specific funding mechanism to ensure safe abortion throughout the EU

Brussels has rejected a specific financial mechanism proposed to ensure safe and affordable abortion access across the EU.

Feb 26 • 14:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'All the Money is Sequestered': The Drama of Will Bank Clients After Central Bank Liquidation

The liquidation of Will Bank by Brazil's Central Bank has left many clients, particularly in the northeast, without access to their funds, causing significant distress among users reliant on the bank for basic living expenses.

Feb 26 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Beyond Access: From Inclusion to Financial Health in Latin America and the Caribbean

The article discusses the concept of financial health in Latin America and the Caribbean, stressing that access to banking services alone is insufficient for true financial inclusion.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

PayPal Hack Results in Money Transfers from Users' Accounts

A recent cyber breach of PayPal has allowed hackers to access user accounts, leading to unauthorized money transfers and data leaks.

Feb 23 • 08:13 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Examples of people with opioid addiction quitting treatment due to arrival fees

A report discusses how fees for treatment can discourage individuals with opioid addiction from continuing their care.

Feb 21 • 12:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

‘I slashed my water bill by £400 a year by following Martin Lewis tip’

A MoneySavingExpert.com reader shares how she reduced her water bill by £400 annually by using advice from Martin Lewis to access a water social tariff.

Feb 20 • 11:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Three Support Measures Available for Dairy Producers Affected by E-Piim

Dairy producers facing difficulties due to temporary payment delays at E-Piim can access three support measures through the Rural Development Foundation in Estonia.

Feb 19 • 13:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Golden ticket: Sky News goes inside the least visited place in London

Sky News explores the rarely seen gold vaults of the Bank of England, which store the world’s largest single deposit of gold.

Feb 18 • 19:48 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Billion Loans Promised for Eastern Border of EU Due to Russia's Aggression – No Direct Support Expected

The EU Commission has announced that countries along the eastern border suffering from Russia's aggression will have access to low-interest loans, but no direct financial support from the EU is planned.

Feb 18 • 15:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Collboni announces 400 euros in aid to facilitate housing access for those over 55

Barcelona's mayor, Jaume Collboni, announced a 400 euro aid program aimed at helping those over 55 and single-parent families facing housing vulnerabilities.

Feb 18 • 09:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Moraes says PF investigation points to 'multiple illegal accesses' to data of ministers and relatives

The Supreme Federal Court of Brazil reported illegal access to the financial data of ministers and their families following a Federal Police operation targeting public servants.

Feb 17 • 15:44 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The deputy mayor of Madona, Šķēls, was denied access to state secrets due to non-payment of alimony 28 years ago.

Madona's deputy mayor, Šķēls, was denied access to state secrets due to a past conviction for alimony non-payment, which he disputes as a misinterpretation of his financial situation at the time.

Feb 17 • 12:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Deputy Mayor of Madona, Šķēls, was denied access to state secrets due to unpaid alimony from 28 years ago

Deputy Mayor of Madona, Šķēls, has been denied access to state secrets due to a past conviction related to failure to pay alimony, which he maintains was due to his financial situation at the time.

Feb 17 • 12:15 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Intended to Ride the Wave but Became a Player: A Defendant's Regret Over Securities Account Takeover

A Tokyo court held the first hearing for defendant Lin Xin-hai, who was charged with illegal access and stock price manipulation after becoming involved in a scam involving the takeover of multiple securities accounts.

Feb 17 • 09:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Access ARM Pensions pushes PPP, FCY fund

Access ARM Pensions is committed to enhancing long-term retirement savings through its new Personal Pension Plan and dollar-denominated pension fund in Nigeria.

Feb 17 • 01:45 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Boxing for Peace: How to enroll in the new program that will provide monthly support of 9,000 pesos?

The Mexican government launched 'Boxing for Peace', a program aimed at promoting sports discipline and social prevention by incorporating boxers as community instructors with financial support and free access to classes for children and youth.

Feb 16 • 19:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Language Support: Cuts to Integration Courses Continue to be Criticized

Criticism of planned financial cuts to integration courses in Germany persists, with officials arguing that access should remain available to all migrants regardless of their residency status.

Feb 15 • 13:23 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Big announcement by CM Yogi in Gorakhpur, lack of money will no longer be an obstacle for treatment

In Gorakhpur, CM Yogi Adityanath assured citizens that financial constraints will not hinder access to medical treatment, instructing officials to expedite support for those in need.

Feb 15 • 12:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP issues update over 'award cuts' for disabled claimants

The UK Department for Work and Pensions has updated on changes affecting disabled claimants regarding the Access to Work scheme, which provides financial support for workplace accommodations.

Feb 15 • 05:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Caregiver diverts R$ 115 thousand from elderly woman to go to parties, bars and even buy a motorcycle in Roraima

A caregiver in Brazil has been accused of embezzling R$ 115 thousand from a 74-year-old retired doctor by exploiting her access to the elderly woman's bank account.

Feb 14 • 00:23 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

These are the bank hours during the Carnival holiday

Banks in Ecuador will maintain financial services during the extended Carnival holiday from February 14 to 17, ensuring access through various channels.

Feb 12 • 17:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Financial sector entities criticize TCU minister's decision that restricted BC's access to documents in the Master case

A group of financial sector representatives has criticized a recent decision by a TCU minister that imposes restrictions on the Central Bank's access to documents related to the Master case.

Feb 11 • 21:45 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Danske Bank gives customers access to invest in cryptocurrency

Denmark's largest bank, Danske Bank, will now allow customers to invest in cryptocurrency through its trading platform due to increasing demand from clients.

Feb 11 • 09:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

DWP issues update on £4,000 payments that many don't know exist

The UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) updated on a little-known payment scheme worth potentially £4,000 for individuals with disabilities or health conditions who require work-related support.

Feb 11 • 00:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

"Inheritocracy": why current generations depend more on the wealth of their parents for financial success

Eliza Filby's concept of 'Inheritocracy' highlights the growing reliance of younger generations on parental wealth for financial success and housing access.

Feb 10 • 19:00 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Indonesia turns to digital finance to reach unbanked population

Indonesia is leveraging digital finance solutions to enhance banking access for its unbanked population, focusing on regional collaborations and international partnerships.

Feb 10 • 12:44 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Digitization of companies with financial support

The article discusses a promotional offer combining subscriptions to PRO.RP.PL and The New York Times for enhanced journalistic access.

Feb 10 • 04:50 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Studying Medicine is an Expensive Dream for Graduates: What a Medical Aspirant Must Have

The article discusses the financial burdens faced by aspiring medical students like Isabella Suárez in Ecuador due to limited access to affordable public education.

Feb 9 • 11:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Even debt adjusters can use deferred transport check cards

Individuals with low credit scores undergoing debt adjustment will now be able to use deferred transport check cards and access new credit card options to ease financial burdens.

Feb 9 • 00:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

HRW denounces that asylum seekers "do not have adequate access" to protection in Ceuta and Melilla

Human Rights Watch criticizes Spain for inadequate access to protection for asylum seekers in Ceuta and Melilla, highlighting issues with financial support provided to Morocco and Mauritania for migration management.

Feb 6 • 20:22 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Government 'One-stop Support System for Illegal Private Finance Victims, Supply of Low-interest Finance'

The government is expanding low-interest financial support at around 5-6% to help vulnerable low-credit groups avoid illegal high-interest private financing, and is introducing a one-stop system for victims to access all government services with a single application.

Feb 6 • 03:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

What time is Industry season 4 episode 5 released?

Fans of the HBO and BBC financial thriller 'Industry' are set to enjoy earlier access to the release of season 4, episode 5.

Feb 5 • 12:08 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

There is dollars, what there is not is currency

The article discusses Argentina's financial context, where a decrease in country risk has allowed access to international capital markets, but emphasizes that external issues remain unresolved despite improved credit conditions.

Feb 4 • 18:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

The EU agreed to the idea of a new loan for Ukraine, which would allow for more arms purchases from the UK

The EU indicated that key allies could gain greater access if they make a 'fair and proportionate financial contribution to borrowing costs,' facilitating vital funding for Kyiv amid the approaching fourth anniversary of the war.

Feb 4 • 15:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Bank branches down by 900 over 5 years... Financial Services Commission strengthens closure requirements for the elderly

Over the past five years, more than 900 bank branches have closed nationwide, prompting the government to strengthen closure procedures to improve financial access for the elderly and local communities.

Feb 4 • 05:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Goodbye to rent: the legal trick to qualify for a mortgage loan with low income

The article discusses a legal technique that helps individuals with low income qualify for mortgage loans, amidst positive expectations for a revitalization in the housing market in 2026.

Feb 2 • 21:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cresol leads BNDES operations for individuals in 2025

Cresol, a cooperative financial institution, became the largest operator of BNDES resources for individuals in 2025, facilitating over R$ 8.7 billion in loans across more than 103 thousand operations throughout Brazil.

Feb 2 • 20:37 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

EU to raid its own emergency fund for military spending

The EU is allowing Eurozone countries to access its €500 billion emergency fund to increase military spending amidst ongoing financial pressures and the need to support Ukraine.

Jan 30 • 19:50 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Conditions for €800 Childbirth Allowance in Zagreb, Special Rules for One Category

The financial allowance for newborns in Zagreb has increased from €600 to €800, with new conditions and easier access for parents introduced by the Možemo! and SDP parties.

Jan 16 • 12:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The company president will have a better chance of defending against the tax authorities. The Ministry of Finance wants to change the regulations

The Ministry of Finance plans to amend tax law to clarify the rights of company executives in challenging tax authority findings and ensuring access to case documents, with a government vote expected in the first half of 2026.

Jan 15 • 12:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Data transparency in transfer pricing reaches a new level

The introduction of the National e-Invoice System and a new reporting structure for corporate income tax provides tax authorities with access to a significantly broader and more detailed set of financial data in digital form.

Jan 12 • 04:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Data from the financial market in one place and for everyone. The government adopted the project

The government has approved a project to consolidate financial market data access for all users.

Jan 8 • 17:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

KEP Experts: The European Parliament Resolution on Abortion is Illegal

The article discusses the European Parliament's resolution supporting the 'My Voice, My Choice' initiative, which aims to establish a voluntary financial mechanism for EU countries to provide legal and safe abortion procedures for women from member states lacking access to such services.

Jan 8 • 11:27 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Julita Karaś-Gasparska: Nothing Is Hidden from the Tax Office

The article discusses how advancements in technology and information systems allow tax authorities to access and monitor increasingly extensive financial data about citizens.

Jan 5 • 05:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

The importance of healthcare has increased. It is now an element of state security

The article discusses how perceptions of healthcare have changed regarding state security, the dominance of healthcare topics in parliamentary debates in 2025, societal concerns about healthcare access, financial challenges facing the system in the coming years, impacts of salaries and specialization on the health sector, and issues surrounding healthcare privatization.

Dec 30 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
World

Milei's Cuts Threaten the Right to Abortion Five Years After Legalization

The case of Vanesa highlights the current challenges faced by the Voluntary Pregnancy Interruption Law in Argentina, particularly with financial constraints endangering access to abortion services.

Dec 30 • 10:19 UTC

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