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The Pequena Tribo Social Project in Petrópolis, Brazil, is offering free extracurricular activities for children aged 6 to 10, with open enrollment for the first semester of 2026.

The Chaos Computer Club is promoting alternatives to major American tech companies through events aimed at ensuring digital independence.

The Chaos Computer Club aims to promote alternative digital services and reduce reliance on major American tech companies like Google, Paypal, and Whatsapp through events and awareness campaigns.

The Federal University of Pará (UFPA) offers free psychological and psychiatric services through its Psychology Clinic to enhance mental health access.

A letter criticizes SVT's sponsorship of the Winter Olympics, arguing it undermines its claim to be a commercial-free public service broadcaster.

A group of students from Palanga, Lithuania, has gained viral attention for offering free snow shoveling services to elderly residents, highlighting their community spirit.

Ferraz de Vasconcelos is offering free registration for the sterilization of dogs and cats, which ends this Thursday.

The U.S. State Department is developing an online platform that would allow people in Europe and elsewhere to view content banned by their governments, according to Reuters.

The article discusses the increasing concern in Europe, particularly Finland, over reliance on US technology and cloud services, amidst hypothetical scenarios of US service restrictions.

The article discusses recent polling of politicians at the Special Investigation Service and highlights the Free Russia Forum held in Vilnius.

Fort Lauderdale offers a free ferry service, the Water Trolley, allowing residents and visitors to navigate along the New River without any fare.

A German court ruling states that the media authority cannot order internet service providers to block access to pornographic websites, highlighting failures in youth protection laws in Germany.

The city of Haar in Germany is now providing free legal advice to its residents on matters such as tenant rights and employment issues.

The Nigeria Customs Service has approved the activation of a Green Channel for the Lagos Free Zone, facilitating direct cargo movement from Lekki Deep Sea Port.

The city of Natal has launched a special public transport operation offering free bus services for the Carnaval 2026 festivities, which will run from February 12 to February 17.

A mobile veterinary service in Fortaleza will offer free services for pet sterilization and care during the carnival weekend.

Gwangmyeong City in South Korea has launched a free vehicle service for pregnant women and families with infants, showing significant growth in users over the past few years.

The Île-de-France region has launched a free carpooling service, called Covoit IDFM, to centralize various previously subsidized carpooling options and encourage this practice, particularly in areas with less transportation access.

Five former agents in Marseille have been convicted for accepting illegal fees for access to a waste disposal site that was supposed to be free.

The South Korean Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries is expanding a 24-hour free remote medical support service for foreign crew members on coastal vessels, utilizing advanced maritime communication technology.

The Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission has clarified that while some electricity meters are provided for free under government programs, other options exist for customers willing to pay for quicker service amidst confusion over installation practices.

Apple's Lockdown Mode is a security feature designed to protect high-profile individuals, recently highlighted by the FBI's failure to access data on an iPhone with this mode enabled.

A pizzeria in Parnaíba, Piauí, has gained attention for providing free pizzas and soda to garbage collectors every Friday for the past four years.

In 2025, over 110,000 tax returns were completed through the NYC Free Tax Prep service led by New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, aimed at assisting Spanish-speaking citizens with their tax filings.

Sílvia Paneque, under pressure from the railway and mobility crisis, affirms that all policies are well-designed and implemented, while Cataluña extends free Rodalies services until full service is restored.

Farmers can benefit from the Soil Health Card scheme, which provides essential soil quality information for improved crop yield and reduced farming costs for three years.

Catalonia has decided to extend the free Rodalies train service until the service is completely restored following dissatisfaction from citizens.

Today, India's Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate 'Bharat Taxi', the country's first cooperative taxi service, which aims to challenge the monopoly of private cab service providers by ensuring fair compensation for drivers and affordable rates for users without surge pricing.

The IRS and the Treasury Department have confirmed a tax-free one-time payment of $1,776 to 1.5 million service members, known as the 'Warrior Dividend.'

The Olympic village features areas for relaxation, including a gaming zone, mind zone for meditation and yoga, and amenities for comfort, such as free haircuts and 24/7 room service for bedding changes.

The free banking service package linked to payment accounts has been contracted by 70,000 citizens, according to Croatian Deputy Finance Minister Tereza Rogić Lugarić during a discussion in the Croatian Parliament.

The city of Piracicaba (SP) is offering 1,200 free slots for dog and cat castration from February 16 to 23, 2026, with registrations now open for up to three animals per CPF.

Patients will be able to pick up expensive medications for free from designated neighborhood pharmacies starting next week, using a special platform to indicate their preferred pharmacy and receive updates on the pickup time.

The free Dental Urgency service in Piracicaba began providing care on weekends and holidays to address urgent dental issues.

The National Rural Learning Service (Senar) has launched an online education platform featuring 35 free courses aimed at training producers, rural workers, and those interested in agribusiness.

Iran's government has jammed the Starlink satellite service, which was made available for free to Iranians, prompting citizens to find ways to bypass the censorship after severe internet restrictions were imposed.

Apple is launching a new service called Creative Studio, offering MacBook and iPad owners access to professional apps for a low monthly price.

Elon Musk's SpaceX has made its satellite internet service free for Iranians in response to internet blockades, despite the Iranian regime's resistance and a ban on Starlink terminals in the country.

Elon Musk's company, SpaceX, is providing free Starlink satellite service in Iran to enable internet access amid ongoing anti-government protests that have disrupted connectivity.

Google has added a variety of artificial intelligence features to its Gmail service for free for users worldwide, with updates rolling out gradually and some new features activating automatically.

Amazon is offering a special promotion for new subscribers to Music Unlimited, allowing them to access the service free for four months, but the offer is ending soon.

On January 8 and 9, all rides on the EMT public bus service and the Bicimad bike-sharing service will be free for up to 30 minutes to facilitate transport in Madrid.

Italian ministers and leaders express solidarity with journalists facing pressure for their investigative work, particularly concerning the Rai public service's 'Report' broadcast.

Poste Italiane has announced that the digital identity service Spid will be free for the first year, but a fee of 6 euros will be charged for access starting from the second year.

Starting January 1, 2026, Poste Italiane's SPID will introduce an annual renewal fee, marking a shift from a free service to a paid model, although it remains a key tool for accessing public administration portals.

A Russian resident in Spain has sparked a heated debate on social media regarding the cost and provision of public healthcare after her experience of receiving free services.

Turkey and Armenia have announced the mutual easing of visa processes starting in 2026, allowing holders of diplomatic, special, and service passports to obtain free electronic visas from January 1.