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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall of Rio Preto revokes decree that altered the Generic Plan for properties

The city government of São José do Rio Preto has revoked a decree that proposed changes to the city's property valuation plan due to concerns about inflated assessments.

Feb 27 • 15:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Changes in the Ministry of Finance. Ilona Kowalska replaces the dismissed Marta Niżałowska-Pactwa

Ilona Kowalska has been appointed the new General Director of the Ministry of Finance, succeeding the dismissed Marta Niżałowska-Pactwa.

Feb 27 • 11:12 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Personnel Changes on February 28

The article details various personnel changes in South Korea's government and academic institutions as of February 28, involving multiple departments and positions.

Feb 27 • 08:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Two personnel changes at the Ministry of Health. We know the details

The Ministry of Health in Poland has undergone key personnel changes with the dismissal of communication director Jakub Gołąb and the resignation of equality department director Dagmara Korbasińska-Chwedczuk.

Feb 27 • 07:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A more flexible law encourages young people to try working earlier

The Estonian government has approved changes to the employment contract law that simplify the rules regarding youth employment, aimed at providing better opportunities for young people to gain work experience and establish work habits.

Feb 27 • 05:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Negative gearing changes on the table before May budget, Jim Chalmers confirms

The Australian government is considering reforms to negative gearing and capital gains tax to alleviate the housing crisis ahead of the May federal budget.

Feb 27 • 03:43 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

With votes from Peronism and last-minute changes, the government advanced in the Senate with the Glacier Law

The Argentine Senate advanced the Glacier Law with last-minute changes, granting provinces more power over natural resources and aiming to reactivate mining projects.

Feb 27 • 00:05 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Labor not ruling out negative gearing changes

The Australian Labor government is reconsidering changes to negative gearing, indicating potential reforms to the tax break following a report suggesting new measures could be in the works.

Feb 26 • 23:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The government proposes significant changes to prison sentences

The Finnish government has proposed the introduction of preventive detention for dangerous offenders and reforms to the release process for life sentence prisoners.

Feb 26 • 19:35 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Council of State endorses the constitutional reform on abortion requested by the Government but with changes

The Council of State has supported the proposed constitutional reform to protect the right to abortion in Spain, although it suggests a different legal wording than that proposed by the Government.

Feb 26 • 17:06 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

What changes for pensions of uniformed personnel and public employees – Tax-free oil through mobile phones for farmers starting November 1

The Greek government has proposed significant tax and pension legislative changes affecting military personnel and rural farmers.

Feb 26 • 13:34 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Finance Minister Ligi Does Not Rule Out Additional Budget

Estonian Finance Minister Jürgen Ligi indicated that the government might consider making adjustments to the budget as early as spring, despite preferring to limit changes until all departmental requests have been gathered in autumn.

Feb 26 • 11:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Now the government has presented a 'taxi law repair kit' after long negotiations – This is what it means

Finland's government has proposed changes to taxi regulations aimed at improving safety and trust in the industry.

Feb 26 • 11:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Personnel Changes on February 27

The article reports on various personnel changes and appointments in South Korea's government and educational institutions as of February 27.

Feb 26 • 10:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Asylum hotel use drops as bombshell migration figures show big changes

The number of people housed in asylum hotels in the UK has decreased significantly, leading to discussions about the government's migration policies and impact on support services.

Feb 26 • 09:48 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The weapon manufacturer received a clear message: 'You have broken the law'. Now the minister is open to changing the law.

Norway's largest ammunition manufacturer, Nammo, has been informed by the Consumer Authority that it has violated transparency laws, leading to potential changes in legislation by the government.

Feb 26 • 08:51 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

How the country will have a future

The article discusses the need for substantial constitutional reform in Greece, focusing on key changes in the mechanisms of state and institutions.

Feb 26 • 06:53 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The State Defense Course is also Introduced in Distance Learning and Non-formal Education

The Latvian government will make the State Defense Course mandatory for all high school students, including those in distance learning and non-formal education, starting September 1, 2024.

Feb 26 • 06:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Nunes dismisses deputy secretary of Tourism and president of SPTuris after complaint involving ex-partner with million-dollar contracts in the state-owned company

São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes has dismissed officials amidst an investigation into connections with a company holding substantial contracts.

Feb 26 • 00:06 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
National & Local

Significance of UK border change only just being realised - travel correspondent

The UK government's recent changes to entry requirements for citizens, particularly impacting dual citizens, have created confusion and financial strain as the implications become clearer.

Feb 25 • 21:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Severe Accusation from a Member of Parliament: A Trap was Set for Pensioners

A Finnish MP criticizes the government for changes in support that could significantly reduce pensions for retirees who also draw unemployment benefits.

Feb 25 • 18:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Pre-elections for the National Judiciary Council. The Coalition has prepared a resolution. PiS is going to the Constitutional Tribunal

The current Polish coalition government has introduced a resolution concerning pre-elections for members of the National Judiciary Council in response to a presidential veto on proposed changes to the judiciary election process.

Feb 25 • 16:34 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Rapporteur of PEC 6x1 demands government counterpart to 'not place 100% of the impact on society'

The rapporteur of the PEC 6x1 in Brazil is urging the government to share the financial burden of changes to the workweek structure, rather than letting society absorb the full impact.

Feb 25 • 13:58 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

A journalist asked PiS MPs a telling question. "Kaziu, tell the man!"

A journalist confronted PiS MPs with a question about the positive outcomes of changes made under their coalition government, but they refused to answer.

Feb 25 • 13:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

8 major cost of living changes in 2026 including two huge DWP changes in April

The UK Government has announced eight significant cost of living support measures for 2026, including key changes from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).

Feb 25 • 12:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

A 30% Tax Has Been Introduced. Changes Are Already in Effect

Poland has implemented a new 30% tax rate on banks, expected to significantly increase state budget revenues, with gradual reductions planned for future years.

Feb 25 • 12:02 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Ontario school boards urge open conversation about future of trustees

Ontario school board representatives are calling for open discussions regarding the future of elected trustees as uncertainty grows over potential changes by the Ford government.

Feb 25 • 11:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

With Changes in Law, Time Savings in Construction are Hoped For

Proposed changes in Latvian construction laws are aimed at reducing bureaucratic delays by allowing parallel processing of construction and design.

Feb 25 • 10:40 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Changes to the law aim to save time in construction; bureaucracy is being reduced in other areas as well

Latvian lawmakers plan to submit changes in March aimed at reducing construction times and streamlining bureaucratic processes in various sectors.

Feb 25 • 10:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Personnel Changes on February 26

The article reports on various personnel changes within South Korean government ministries and educational institutions as of February 26.

Feb 25 • 09:40 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Juozas Olekas on coalition composition decisions: no need for sudden movements

Juozas Olekas emphasized the necessity of continuing existing commitments and avoiding hasty decisions regarding coalition composition changes amidst criticism and ongoing investigations involving partners.

Feb 25 • 07:03 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Emergency Patient ‘Transfer Hospital Search’ Changes from 119 Ambulance to Ministry of Health and Welfare Situational Room

The responsibility of finding hospitals for severe emergency patients will shift from the 119 ambulance service to the Health and Welfare Ministry's Situational Room as part of a pilot project aimed at improving emergency room efficiency.

Feb 25 • 01:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Democrats will sue the Trump government for cutting the list of mandatory vaccines in the U.S.

Democratic state attorneys have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration over changes to the federal childhood vaccination schedule that they claim could endanger public health.

Feb 24 • 21:24 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Monitor Polski from February 24, 2026 (positions 234-237)

The article discusses several governmental announcements and resolutions from Poland, including steps to reduce crime, a Senate resolution, and changes regarding family support.

Feb 24 • 18:05 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Changes in the OC of tax advisors will also affect clients? New rates after more than 20 years

Proposed changes to the minimum guarantee sum for tax advisors' liability insurance could significantly impact clients, with new rates anticipated after over two decades.

Feb 24 • 17:04 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Ghana: Ghana Changes Name of International Airport in Accra

The Ghanaian government has renamed the international airport in Accra back to its original name, Accra International Airport, from Kotoka International Airport.

Feb 24 • 13:37 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

If Norway is to host the Olympics, it must be something completely different from Lillehammer

The article discusses the need for substantial changes to how Norway would approach hosting the Olympics again, referencing the successful 1994 Lillehammer Games and the recent Winter Olympics achievements.

Feb 24 • 13:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Government appeals to the Constitutional Court regarding cuts to LGTBI+ regulations in the Valencian Community

The Spanish Government is challenging the Constitutional Court's changes to LGTBI+ regulations introduced by the PP and Vox in the Valencian Community.

Feb 24 • 13:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Lrytas sources: after changes that shook the minister's team - new faces and internal reshuffles

The Lithuanian Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas is undergoing significant changes in his team, with the appointment of a new chancellor and shuffle among advisers.

Feb 24 • 12:53 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Simplifying the division of co-ownership in courts. What changes are expected?

The Latvian government has supported changes to the Civil Procedure Law to clarify regulations regarding co-ownership disputes.

Feb 24 • 12:47 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Construction of the National Theatre extension postponed

The Latvian government has postponed the construction deadline for the National Theatre extension in Riga to October 9, 2036, due to geopolitical factors and changes in state funding priorities.

Feb 24 • 11:49 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Jurečka Writes to Babiš. The Former Minister is Concerned About Pensioners, Pressuring Schillerová and Juchelka

Former Minister Marian Jurečka expresses concern over potential changes to the Czech pension system, urging the government to reconsider its approach.

Feb 24 • 10:44 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

M. Sinkevičius on changes in the finance minister's team: a usual political process

M. Sinkevičius discussed the routine nature of political personnel changes within the ministry led by Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekūnas.

Feb 24 • 07:31 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘It’s not a freebie’: Ford government defends OSAP changes as opposition continues

Ontario Premier Doug Ford stands firm on changes to the Ontario Student Assistance Program (OSAP), stating that funding for student loans is no longer a free entitlement as opposition mounts.

Feb 23 • 21:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Helsinki is outraged by the government's drastic social welfare savings

Helsinki opposes proposed changes to the financing law for welfare areas, citing concerns over significant new savings directed towards the city.

Feb 23 • 20:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Parents of children with special educational needs give changes in England a mixed response

Parents of children with special educational needs express cautious optimism about recent changes announced by the UK government, while also voicing concerns about ongoing struggles for support.

Feb 23 • 18:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Major changes to the Send system - can the government win over MPs and parents? – podcast

The podcast discusses the UK government's planned overhaul of the special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) system and its reception among MPs and parents.

Feb 23 • 17:04 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

GDF sanctions Territorial Ordering Master Plan; understand what changes

The government of the Federal District in Brazil has sanctioned a new Territorial Ordering Master Plan that will guide urban growth and sustainability over the next decade.

Feb 23 • 15:08 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Economic Adviser: Is Economist Ulrike Malmendier Too Uncomfortable?

The future of economist Ulrike Malmendier on the German government's advisory board remains uncertain as her term ends soon, raising speculation about political motivations behind potential changes.

Feb 23 • 14:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

What you need to know about changes coming to UK schools under SEND reforms

The UK government is implementing a significant overhaul of the special educational needs (SEND) system, set to begin in September 2029, with a focus on inclusivity and reduced wait times for support.

Feb 23 • 12:08 UTC

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