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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Tax reforms, anti-corruption, and billions of dollars: Ukraine's new agreement with the IMF

Ukraine has secured a new four-year Extended Fund Facility (EFF) with the IMF worth $8.1 billion, which requires the implementation of key reforms to address macroeconomic stability and corruption.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Shadow of Finance Companies โ€“ a Character Involved in Dubious Stories in the Past

A businessman from Vilnius reflects on his precarious relationship with the finance company 'Taurus Fund,' which he engaged with during the pandemic despite its troubling history.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Guarantee Fund EAT-TMEDE: Renewal of the financing agreement between the Greek Development Bank and TMEDE

A new financing agreement has been signed between the Greek Development Bank and TMEDE to extend the operation of the Guarantee Fund until December 31, 2026.

Feb 27 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The head of the Oil Fund earned 7.6 million last year

Nicolai Tangen, the head of Norway's Oil Fund, earned a salary of 7.6 million kroner last year, reflecting a 2.7% increase from the previous year.

Feb 27 โ€ข 10:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Near Record Returns for the Oil Fund Last Year

The Norwegian Oil Fund, known as the Government Pension Fund Global, achieved near-record returns in 2025, with a profit of 2362 billion NOK and an overall return of 15.1%.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

High Returns for the Oil Fund in 2025

Norway's Oil Fund achieved a remarkable return of 15.1 percent in 2025, driven by strong global stock market growth.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

Oil Fund Manager Nicolai Tangen Earned 7.6 Million NOK Last Year

Nicolai Tangen, the manager of Norway's Oil Fund, earned 7.6 million NOK in 2025, a slight increase from the previous year, but still less than his peers heading equity investments.

Feb 27 โ€ข 09:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Capital Tankers Corp.: Record fund-raising at the Oslo Stock Exchange by a shipping company

Capital Tankers Corp. successfully completed its public share offering, raising approximately USD 2.3 billion, setting a record for the Oslo Stock Exchange and for shipping companies worldwide.

Feb 27 โ€ข 08:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Kataryna: Even summer camps for 60 children are an opportunity to express dislike for Ukrainians

The article discusses the criticism toward a Polish government initiative to fund summer camps for the children of Ukrainian soldiers, viewing it as a reflection of underlying anti-Ukrainian sentiments among some Poles.

Feb 27 โ€ข 07:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

The International Monetary Fund approved a loan for Ukraine for $8.1 billion

The International Monetary Fund has approved an $8.1 billion loan to support Ukraine's economy amidst ongoing challenges.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

IMF approves $8 billion loan to Ukraine

The International Monetary Fund has approved an $8.1 billion loan to Ukraine over four years to support its budget deficit and macroeconomic stability amidst continued conflict.

Feb 27 โ€ข 06:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

The International Monetary Fund grants a billion loan to Ukraine

The International Monetary Fund has approved a four-year loan of $8.1 billion to Ukraine to help maintain economic stability amid ongoing conflict.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The International Monetary Fund approves an 8 billion USD loan to Ukraine

The International Monetary Fund has approved an 8 billion USD loan to Ukraine to help finance its budget deficit and support macroeconomic stability.

Feb 27 โ€ข 04:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
World

The International Monetary Fund loans 8.1 billion dollars

The International Monetary Fund has granted a loan of 8.1 billion dollars, reflecting significant financial support.

Feb 27 โ€ข 03:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด VG
National & Local

Ukraine receives billion-dollar loan from IMF

Ukraine is set to receive a billion-dollar loan from the International Monetary Fund over a four-year period to help maintain economic stability.

Feb 27 โ€ข 02:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

Ukraine receives billion-dollar loan from IMF

The International Monetary Fund has approved an $8.1 billion loan to Ukraine to help maintain economic stability.

Feb 27 โ€ข 02:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Sydney solicitor allegedly stole $15m from clients for gambling

A Sydney solicitor has been charged with stealing nearly $15 million from clients to fund his gambling activities.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Government relaxes loan rules for airlines with resources from the aviation fund

The Brazilian government has relaxed some loan rules for airlines using resources from the National Civil Aviation Fund (FNAC).

Feb 26 โ€ข 22:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Utah mom in upscale ski community killed husband to fund romance and lavish lifestyle, DA says

Prosecutors accuse Kouri Richins of murdering her husband to collect life insurance and pursue a new relationship.

Feb 26 โ€ข 21:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
Crime & Justice

Ex-nonprofit boss allegedly swiped $1.2M meant for homeless programs to fund lavish lifestyle, DA says

The former head of a San Francisco nonprofit is accused of misappropriating over $1.2 million intended for homeless programs.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

They say Nicolรกs Maduro does not have the money to pay for his defense in the United States

The U.S. has blocked the Venezuelan government's ability to fund Nicolรกs Maduro's legal defense against drug trafficking charges in New York, raising concerns over his constitutional right to counsel.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mexico's 'Fund of Funds': Government will invest nearly 4 billion pesos in 'alternative assets'

Mexico plans to invest 233 million dollars in a government-backed fund focused on alternative assets, marking its first capital injection in a decade to finance projects within the country.

Feb 26 โ€ข 17:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ 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 โ€ข 17:13 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Can IFADโ€™s 'First Mile' Revolution Secure Africaโ€™s Food Future?

The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) is addressing food losses in Sub-Saharan Africa by targeting the initial stage of the food supply chain between smallholder farmers and formal markets.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Womenโ€™s Rights: EU Rejects New Fund for Safe Abortions

The EU has rejected a proposal for a new fund aimed at ensuring safe and legal abortion access for all women in the EU.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Group writes Tinubu, seeks executive order on 13% derivation fund

The Niger Delta Civil Society Forum has appealed to President Tinubu for an executive order to address issues related to the implementation of the 13% Derivation Fund in Nigeria, claiming it is unconstitutional and detrimental to oil-producing communities.

Feb 26 โ€ข 14:20 UTC
๐ŸŒ Africanews
National & Local

Angola's Sonangol in talks with China for $4.8 billion refinery loan

Angola's state oil company Sonangol is negotiating a $4.8 billion loan with Chinese institutions to fund a new refinery in Lobito, marking a significant shift in their borrowing practices since 2017.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Altinget
National & Local

How do we get more people to the election party? Fund launches quick grant on election day, while NGO advocates for the long haul

A fund is providing quick grants to civic organizations to encourage more young people to vote.

Feb 26 โ€ข 12:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewisโ€™ MSE explains if Premium Bonds are still 'worth it' after rate cut

Martin Lewisโ€™ MoneySavingExpert.com evaluates the value of Premium Bonds following a recent cut in the prize fund rate.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช ERR
National & Local

Barcelona raised the tourist tax to one of the highest in Europe

Barcelona has increased its tourist tax, making it one of the highest in Europe, to limit visitor numbers and fund affordable housing programs.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The Oil Fund divested from 58 companies last year

Norway's Oil Fund divested from 58 companies in 2025 due to increased geopolitical tensions, climate change implications, and other market uncertainties.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด NRK
National & Local

The Oil Fund Exited 58 Companies Last Year

Norway's Oil Fund divested from 58 companies in 2025, as stated in a report on responsible management.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Health Ministry announces R$ 90 million for SUS projects to combat cancer and diabetes

The Brazilian Health Ministry announced a R$ 90 million initiative to fund projects aimed at combating cancer, diabetes, and multiple sclerosis through the public health system (SUS).

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Samsung's Pyeongtaek Plant Selected for National Growth Fund's Mega Project

The National Growth Fund announces support for Samsung Electronics' AI semiconductor cluster project and a solid-state battery material plant in Ulsan, with significant low-interest loans.

Feb 26 โ€ข 08:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
World

International Monetary Fund: Tariffs should be used carefully

The IMF emphasizes the importance of careful tariff use by the USA, highlighting its economic performance while cautioning against trade disruptions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 05:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Welfare Begins the National Training Day of the FAIS 2026

The Secretary of Welfare, Ariadna Montiel Reyes, launched the National Training Day for the Social Infrastructure Contribution Fund (FAIS) 2026, aimed at enhancing the execution mechanisms of the fund to combat poverty and inequality.

Feb 26 โ€ข 00:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Nicolรกs Maduro's lawyer claims that the U.S. is blocking a license for Venezuela to pay for its legal defense

Nicolรกs Maduro's lawyer reported that the U.S. Treasury Department has blocked a license intended for Venezuela to fund his legal defense.

Feb 25 โ€ข 23:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
World

IMF: Calls for Relaxation of Trade Restrictions from the US

The International Monetary Fund has urged the United States to collaborate with its trading partners to mutually ease trade restrictions as part of the assessment of the American economy.

Feb 25 โ€ข 22:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Global News
National & Local

Full breakdown of the Lapu Lapu tragedy donations and where the money went

The article details the donations raised for victims of the Lapu Lapu Festival tragedy in Vancouver, including how the funds are being allocated to various support services.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Justice Minister evaluates vetoes to the Anti-Fascism Bill and expresses frustration with the removal of taxation on bets

Brazil's Justice Minister expressed disappointment over the exclusion of tax on sports betting from the Anti-Fascism Bill, which aimed to fund the fight against organized crime.

Feb 25 โ€ข 21:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

PTDF reviews five research projects, targets patents, commercialisation

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund reviews five research projects aimed at advancing Nigeria's energy sector through commercialization and patenting.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

American released from Indonesia jail after serving 11 years for 'suitcase murder' as US case looms

An American man has been released from an Indonesian prison after serving 11 years for the murder of his girlfriend's mother, and he now faces federal charges in the United States.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Spain: Barcelona doubles tourist tax โ€“ one of the highest in Europe to fund housing

Barcelona has increased its tourist tax to be one of the highest in Europe, charging visitors up to 15 euros per night as part of efforts to manage visitor numbers and fund affordable housing.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Suddenly the rules have changed, now money can come into the accounts of 700,000 people at any time

The Indian government has announced a significant change in regulations, allowing for the return of funds to approximately 700,000 dormant Employeesโ€™ Provident Fund accounts.

Feb 25 โ€ข 14:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ABP Ananda
National & Local

EPFO Recruitment: Now hiring employees for the Employees' Provident Fund, do you know who can apply?

The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) in India is announcing new recruitment for staff due to a decrease in personnel, outlining eligibility, age limit, and salary details for applicants.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Police investigate a woman in her 70s who embezzled billions in community fund money... Total loss estimated at 6 billion KRW

A woman in her 70s is under police investigation for allegedly embezzling billions from a community fund scheme targeting her neighbors in South Korea.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Santos Social Fund opens 108 spots for free courses; see how to register

The Santos Social Fund has announced 108 openings for free qualification courses in various fields, open to residents of Santos.

Feb 25 โ€ข 13:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Daily Summary #1874: Trump speaks in Congress with a threat to Iran and a heated debate about immigration; Chamber approves anti-faction bill but blocks taxation of bets to fund public safety; Search for missing people from the flooding in MG enters its 2nd day

Trump's speech in Congress included threats to Iran and discussions about immigration as local issues persisted in Brazil's governance.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Today a prize is awarded that has historically predicted medal winners

Team Denmark, the Danish Sports Confederation, and Politiken award the ร…rets Fund 2025 today, recognizing outstanding athletic talent in Denmark.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

โ€˜1 billion won nomination fund suspicionโ€™ Kang Seon-woo and Kim Kyung to undergo arrest examination on the 3rd of next month

Kang Seon-woo and Kim Kyung are set to face arrest examinations on the 3rd of next month regarding allegations of exchanging 100 million won as illegal political donations.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:05 UTC

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