781 people who refused the 'Yoon Suk-yeol Medal' received it under the Lee Jae-myung government
Over 700 civil servants, educators, and military personnel who previously refused to accept government awards under the Yoon Suk-yeol administration were recently recognized under the Lee Jae-myung administration.
Lagos extends submission window for scholarships, bursaries
The Lagos State Government has extended the registration deadline for the 2025/2026 Bursary and Scholarship Awards to March 6, 2026, providing an additional opportunity for eligible applicants.
Ford government awards $1B contract for new Ontario Science Centre
The Ontario government has awarded a $1 billion contract to design and construct a new Ontario Science Centre, set to relocate to Ontario Place by 2029.
Argument and badge for Palestine at the Goyas: five associations contact guests to coordinate a pro-cause speech
Five pro-Palestinian associations are coordinating with attendees of the Goya Awards to deliver a speech advocating for Palestine, while over 1,200 artists demand the Spanish government cease arms sales to Israel.
Government launches streaming platform 'Tela Brasil' in election year and tries to hitch a ride on the Oscars
The Brazilian government is launching a new streaming platform called 'Tela Brasil' to promote national cinema, coinciding with the Oscar awards season to bolster its election campaign.
The government will award achievements in sports
The Lithuanian government has approved a program to award sports achievements to citizens who contribute to the country's image and recognition in sports.
The King encourages entrepreneurs after the attacks by Sánchez and Yolanda Díaz: "We must support you with a stable environment, clear rules, and collaboration"
King Felipe VI praised the role of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) at an awards ceremony, urging support for them in the face of recent criticism from government officials.
Photos ⟩ Presentation of State Cultural Awards
Today, the state cultural awards of Estonia were presented at the Estonian representative building.
Gallery: National awards were presented in the House of the Knights
The national awards were presented in the House of the Knights, acknowledging outstanding contributions in culture and sports.
Ch. Doukas: We continue with the aim of a fairer and more resilient Athens, without energy exclusions
Athens' mayor, Ch. Doukas, emphasizes the city's commitment to combating energy poverty and creating an inclusive environment following the recognition of the Municipality of Athens at the Best City Awards.
The Ceremony of the National Culture and Art Awards of Lithuania – Without the Handshakes of President G. Nausėda
The ceremony for the Lithuanian National Culture and Art Awards took place without the presence of President Gitanas Nausėda amidst ongoing protests against government decisions regarding the Ministry of Culture.
Among the Government's Prize Winners – G. Natkevičius: His Architecture Needs No Additional Effects
This article features an interview with architect Gintautas Natkevičius, discussing his design philosophy of simplicity and functionality, alongside his recognition among Lithuania's cultural award winners.
The government has updated the procedure for awarding national prizes: it will be possible to decline them in writing
The Lithuanian government has changed the national award procedures, allowing recipients to decline their awards in writing.
MEN left teachers with nothing. 45 years of work and not a penny
New regulations for jubilee awards for teachers in Poland have been criticized for leaving some long-serving educators without any recognition.
DWP PIP award lengths changes from April 2026
The UK Government plans to change the duration of awards for new Personal Independence Payment claims starting in April 2026 to improve the backlog of Work Capability Assessments.
A senior official of the Generalitat resigns, third resignation due to the scandal of housing awards in Alicante
Miguel Ángel Sánchez, chief of staff to the Regional Minister of Industry and Tourism, resigned after it was revealed that the mother of his children owns an apartment in the controversial housing development, marking the third resignation related to the case.
This Year's Laureates of State Science Awards Announced: Lifetime Achievement Award Goes to Martin Zobel
The government confirmed this year's winners of the State Science Awards, with Martin Zobel receiving the lifetime achievement award for his significant contributions to ecological science in Estonia.
Spanish government praises Bad Bunny for his 'Out ICE' speech
The Spanish Foreign Minister praised Puerto Rican singer Bad Bunny for defending 'the dignity of all human beings' during his Grammy speech in which he criticized U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
Celebs decry ICE agents, Trump government as 'monsters' and the 'worst of the worst' in scathing critiques
Celebrities have recently criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Trump administration's immigration tactics, labeling them as 'monsters' at events like the Golden Globe Awards.
"Out with ICE, we are not animals or savages," says Bad Bunny in Grammy speech
Bad Bunny delivered a politically charged speech at the Grammy Awards, criticizing the government's persecution of immigrants and declaring, "Out with ICE."
Trump's World (Day 370): Machado awards Trump a medal for the Nobel Prize, as he increasingly pressures Mexico
Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado met with Donald Trump, who is gaining support from Venezuelans for ousting Nicolás Maduro while the U.S. government seeks more access to Mexican territory in the drug war.
Ukraine awards one of its biggest lithium deposits to Trump-linked investors
Ukraine has awarded a significant lithium deposit to a consortium led by TechMet, which is co-owned by a US government agency formed during Donald Trump's presidency.