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🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

The Debate Everyone Saw – But No One Listened To

A recent podcast episode discusses a heated debate in the Danish Parliament regarding a food voucher agreement just before an election announcement.

Mar 3 • 03:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Turin, Ramadan Arrives and Porta Palazzo Becomes a Kasbah

Italian politicians demand local police intervention in Porta Palazzo during Ramadan to address irregularities in food and goods distribution.

Feb 28 • 13:47 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

"There will be a party at the night cafe on Stengade. We have received 220 covers donated from the canceled royal ball"

The royal ball was canceled due to the Prime Minister calling for elections, leading to the donation of 220 meal covers to a local night cafe.

Feb 27 • 16:44 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Starting today, the Budget Committee will hold debates on zero consumption tax on food products and security

The Japanese Budget Committee will begin discussions on the government's budget proposal, focusing on issues like zero consumption tax on food and security measures.

Feb 27 • 00:24 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Social Security 'National Conference' Starts, Discussing Zero Consumption Tax on Food - Major Opposition Parties Do Not Participate

The inaugural meeting of the 'Social Security National Conference' took place, discussing the potential for a zero consumption tax on food, but only one opposition party participated amidst concerns from others.

Feb 26 • 12:16 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Political commentator takes a bite out of Mette Frederiksen's special companion

Food checks have been met with skepticism from various quarters as the government's proposal is set for urgent processing in the Parliament.

Feb 26 • 08:56 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Two months after the municipal election, I am wasting my time discussing cleaning supplies and food clubs

A newly elected member of Copenhagen’s Health and Care Committee expresses frustration about the democratic decision-making processes in welfare policy.

Feb 25 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Want a price portal for milk and bread

Norwegian politician Ingrid Fiskaa advocates for a price portal to increase transparency and fairness in food pricing, particularly targeting the complexities of loyalty programs.

Feb 23 • 05:10 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

We are tired of being cheated, whether it is about politics or fastelavnsboller

The article discusses the public outcry over controversial ingredients in fastelavnsboller from a popular Danish bakery.

Feb 23 • 00:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

The government's food checks are in full swing

The government of Denmark, along with SF and Enhedslisten, is racing to distribute food checks to citizens ahead of an upcoming parliamentary election.

Feb 20 • 08:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

From the field to the table, food involves a complex chain of powers, says historian

Historian Joana Monteleone discusses the political significance of food and its role as a means of communication regarding values and inequalities.

Feb 19 • 02:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Russia: The humble vegetable whose price enrages Russians

The price of cucumbers, a staple in Russian cuisine, has suddenly surged, causing consumer outrage amid ongoing war conditions.

Feb 17 • 15:41 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Professor: – It's much healthier to eat at McDonald's than at Maaemo

A professor argues that McDonald's opening in Oslo is met with unwarranted prejudice, asserting that it can be healthier than fine dining establishments.

Feb 17 • 15:13 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Consumption Tax on Food: Split Opinions on 'Maintain', 'Zero for 2 Years', or 'Always Zero' - Asahi Survey

A recent Asahi Shimbun survey reveals divided public opinion on whether to maintain the current food consumption tax, implement a temporary two-year zero tax, or permanently abolish it.

Feb 15 • 12:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Mysterious poisoning in the Ukrainian parliament: health drastically worsened for several dozen politicians

Several Ukrainian politicians suddenly experienced severe health issues, potentially related to poisoning after their meal at the parliament's cafeteria.

Feb 12 • 19:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Videos: RJ1 from Thursday, February 12, 2026

A compilation of news highlights including political developments, a tragic case, and changes to food assistance rules in Brazil.

Feb 12 • 16:12 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

In one day, several dozen Ukrainian deputies 'collapsed': vomiting, high fever

A significant number of Ukrainian lawmakers fell ill after reportedly being poisoned, likely from cafeteria food during a parliamentary session.

Feb 12 • 12:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning Minas, Thursday, February 12, 2026

The article covers various topics from a recent broadcast, including economic perceptions, changes in food voucher rules, controversial court decisions, and police investigations into serious crimes.

Feb 12 • 12:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: Good Morning City South of Minas on Thursday, February 12, 2026

The article discusses various topics covered in a local news program, including political opposition, economic concerns, changes in food benefit regulations, police decision reversals, and the responsibilities of big tech companies.

Feb 12 • 11:58 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"No More Discussion..." The Silent Fiscal Discipline Faction of the LDP Regarding Consumption Tax Reduction

The Japanese government's proposal for a two-year abolition of food consumption tax is met with silence from the ruling Liberal Democratic Party's fiscal discipline faction, despite initial reservations about tax cuts.

Feb 12 • 10:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Food is also politics

The article discusses how the most powerful country in the world prioritizes economic interests over scientific evidence, jeopardizing public health.

Feb 12 • 04:15 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Consumption Tax Reduction: Four Points of Debate, Including Funding and Implementation Timing, with Inconsistent Prime Minister Statements as a Spark

The Japanese Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, is moving towards the implementation of a two-year zero consumption tax on food products, but faces challenges regarding funding and timing.

Feb 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Mohamsson on the regional politician's laughter after the food image: 'Undignified'

Simona Mohamsson responds critically to the laughter of politician Sandra Ivanovic Rubin regarding a food presentation in a discussion about eating disorder care in Region Stockholm.

Feb 9 • 17:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Starmer accused of hypocrisy over sharp cuts to World Food Programme

Keir Starmer faces accusations of hypocrisy for cutting UK funding to the UN World Food Programme while vowing to address global hunger.

Feb 7 • 12:46 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Prime Minister Takaichi's Silence on Consumption Tax Cuts and Suppressing Conservative Tone Reveals Election Strategy

As the election approaches, Prime Minister Takaichi has strategically refrained from mentioning her goal of eliminating consumption tax on food items during campaign speeches to avoid providing the opposition with ammunition against her party.

Feb 3 • 20:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Ruts Sunday Roast became a topic of conversation - the elderly care home in Arboga received a visit from the S-leader

The discontinuation of Sunday roast at the Trädgården elderly care home in Arboga due to rising food costs stirred media attention, prompting a decision by the local council to reinstate it, which was followed by a visit from Social Democratic leader Magdalena Andersson.

Feb 3 • 08:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Jorge Macri attacked Juan Grabois over 'ghost dining rooms': 'The business of poverty has a name and surname'

Jorge Macri criticized national deputy Juan Grabois for alleged nonexistent dining facilities and irregularities in food allocation during a government oversight of the city's food coverage system.

Feb 3 • 00:25 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

#dkpol: The Food Check is Political Communication

This week's discussion in Danish politics revolves around the newly announced food check by the government and its strategic implications.

Jan 30 • 13:48 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

A sugar tax is not a solution. That's absurd. I can say this so cheekily.

The German food industry is sounding the alarm about declining self-sufficiency and potential business relocations, urging for more trust and warning against symbolic politics that benefit populists.

Jan 16 • 12:32 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Minister Shocked That Trump Is Still Alive: Revealed Why

American Health Minister Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressed his surprise over President Donald Trump's unhealthy eating habits, stating that he is shocked Trump is still alive given his poor diet of fast food and sugary snacks.

Jan 15 • 13:40 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"I don't know how he is still alive," says the health minister about Trump's eating habits

US Health Minister Robert F. Kennedy Jr. expressed astonishment at President Trump's diet, noting he eats a lot of junk food yet appears 'incredibly healthy.'

Jan 14 • 11:44 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The reshuffle these days. Maybe a technical councilor

In an event aimed at supporting the less fortunate, politicians and celebrities served a vegetarian meal to 200 homeless individuals at the luxurious Principe di Savoia hotel.

Jan 7 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Andalusia denounces that Sánchez's cash cards do not reach soup kitchens or food banks

The Junta of Andalusia has criticized the government for its cash card system, stating it has excluded 280,000 residents and harmed social organizations.

Dec 27 • 17:02 UTC

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