Will the government's trick with inflation work again this time?
The New Democracy government in Greece has twice lowered the threshold for assessing its economic and social policies, using propaganda to frame rising prices as imported issues rather than domestic failures.
Radio News (March 19, 2026 12:00:00)
This article presents a summary of news updates from Estonia, including reports of a Russian unit reportedly encircled, a government advisor losing their job over a gambling tax mishap, and train traffic disruptions due to infrastructure failures.
Why did Bangladesh get eliminated from the T20 World Cup? Understand...
Bangladesh's exit from the ICC T20 World Cup has sparked controversy, prompting the government to form an investigative committee to determine the reasons behind the decision, whether related to security concerns or failures in sports diplomacy.
Fuel Prices: The Hunt for Oil Companies is Just a Distraction Maneuver
The German government blames oil companies for rising fuel prices while tightening cartel laws, which some view as a distraction from its own failures.
UK complicit in desecration of international law in Gaza, says Corbyn-led tribunal
An unofficial tribunal chaired by Jeremy Corbyn asserts that the UK government has been complicit in crimes in Gaza, highlighting failures in international law.
The Political Discomfort
The article discusses the pervasive political discomfort in Brazil, exacerbated by past government failures and emerging political tensions as the next election approaches.
Municipal Elections 2026: Behind Emmanuel Macron's Discretion, the Temptation to Shift Blame for the Expected Failure to Gabriel Attal
The article discusses how Emmanuel Macron's government is attempting to downplay involvement in the upcoming municipal elections while preparing to shift blame for anticipated failures onto Gabriel Attal.
Alberta government set to update review of Calgary water system
Alberta's Municipal Affairs Minister is set to announce updates regarding the review of Calgary's problematic water system following recent critical failures.
Fuel Prices: Why Margin Regulation is a Programmed Failure
The article critiques the ineffectiveness of regulated pricing measures for fuels in France, highlighting repeated failures throughout history.
Robodebt was the great test of Australia’s accountability mechanisms – and they failed
The article discusses the failures of Australia's accountability mechanisms in relation to the controversial robodebt system that incorrectly identified debts owed by vulnerable citizens.
MPF and MPPB appeal a decision to hold the Union and Paraíba accountable for failures during the Covid-19 pandemic
The Federal Public Ministry of Paraíba and the Public Ministry of Paraíba are appealing a court decision to hold both the federal government and the state accountable for health service failures during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Leader: The government has backed down on migration – now experts warn of the next political crash
The Swedish government made a significant retreat in its migration policy last Friday, prompting concerns from experts about potential further political failures.
Kenya: Muli Demands Probe Into Nairobi Drainage Failures After Floods Kill Over 20 People
NLP leader Augustus Muli is calling for a public audit of Nairobi's drainage and flood management systems following floods that have killed 26 people and displaced hundreds of households.
Centrão points out Lula's problems and government crises as factors for Flávio's growth
Leaders from the Centrão attribute the rise of Flávio Bolsonaro in recent polls to perceived government failures under President Lula and recent institutional crises.
The Government patches its dark year for feminism with 'No to War': "On March 8th we will take to the streets to defend peace"
The Spanish government is attempting to regain support from women by promoting peace and anti-war sentiments ahead of International Women's Day amidst scandals and failures regarding feminist policies.
Guinea: a decree orders the dissolution of 40 political parties, including the three main ones
Guinea has dissolved 40 political parties, including its three main opposition parties, due to alleged failures to meet obligations following a decree issued by the president's government.
Deputy from PT demands answers from Tarcísio's government after news of data leak at Sabesp and Prodesp
State Deputy Emídio de Souza has called on the government of Tarcísio de Freitas to explain alleged digital security failures and data leaks at Sabesp and Prodesp.
Zuzanna Dąbrowska: Rafał Trzaskowski – retreats, regret, and penance
Rafał Trzaskowski has decided to withdraw his candidacy for the Polish presidency, reflecting on the failures of the government and his own coalition.
22 years of collision, some rusty nails and the call to 112: the keys in the tragedy of the bridge in Santander
The tragedy resulting from the collapse of a bridge in Santander killed five students and left another missing, highlighting administrative failures and a call for accountability.
Covid inquiry reaches ‘bittersweet’ final day of witness testimony
Families affected by Covid-19 have emphasized the government's failures as the inquiry concludes its witness testimony.
Structural failure and omission: ALMT report points out problems in combating femicide in MT
A preliminary report from the Mato Grosso Legislative Assembly's thematic committee on combating femicide highlights significant issues in the state's approach to this violence, including government inaction, structural failures, and a lack of budget execution.
Child missing for three hours from after-school program, documents reveal
A nine-year-old child was missing for three hours from an after-school program in Canberra, highlighting severe supervision failures and potential budget cuts affecting safety protocols.
Uganda: Gomba Coffee Farmers Fault Govt Over Market Failures
Coffee farmers in Gomba District of Uganda have criticized the government for not securing reliable markets, leading to financial losses after harvest.
Moving metrics: How the Ford government pulled back reporting its successes and failures
The Ford government in Ontario is accused of reducing transparency regarding its performance metrics, which critics argue hampers accountability.
Letters from readers: The opposition, hate, thought and word
The article discusses the vital role of the opposition in a healthy democracy, emphasizing its responsibilities and failures in Argentina.
The government's lenient approach to failing students expands academic gaps in secondary school: 27% of ESO students advance with pending subjects
A recent report reveals that 27% of ESO students in Spain pass to the next grade with pending subjects, exacerbating academic deficiencies due to government policies allowing promotion despite failures.
High-speed rail and heartbreak. Will this time be any different? - podcast
The Australian government has unveiled plans to fund a $60 billion high-speed rail project between Sydney and Newcastle, aiming to cut travel time to just one hour, but past failures raise skepticism about its realization.
Builder of the SP government headquarters has a 'tremor-tremor' history and donations to politicians
The contractor for the new government headquarters in São Paulo has ties to political donations and previous construction failures.
Gyeongbuk Forest Fire '1050 Locations' Private Investigation 'It's not that it couldn't be extinguished, but I doubt it wasn't extinguished'
Environmental groups and experts conducted a final private investigation into the 2025 Gyeongbuk forest fire, revealing failures in crisis response and calling for significant reforms in government forest and fire policies.
Botswana: Land Reform to Address Structural Failures
Botswana's Ministry of Lands and Agriculture plans a comprehensive land reform to enhance the economic viability of land management practices.
Through the Eyes of Saša Mitrofanov: The Government of Small Cowards
The article discusses the failures and challenges facing the Czech government, perceived as timid and ineffective in addressing pressing issues.
'I challenge you, show me by canceling the deal...' Rahul Gandhi fiercely attacks the Modi government
Rahul Gandhi criticized the Modi government during a farmers' event in Bhopal, alleging government failures regarding national security and international trade.
Cascarón
The article critiques the Mexican government's performance over the past years, highlighting failures during the pandemic and the political implications of its actions.
Quebec auto board sorry for online platform boondoggle, aims to regain public trust
Quebec's automobile insurance board has publicly apologized for the failures of its online platform rollout, resulting in significant cost overruns and a loss of public trust.
Bennett hinted he would not sit in Netanyahu's government: "I will not allow a failed leadership to continue"
Former Prime Minister Naftali Bennett hinted at his refusal to join Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's government, criticizing the current leadership for its failures and societal division.
South Africa: Ramaphosa Admits the State Is Broken
President Cyril Ramaphosa acknowledged the government's failures in delivering basic services during his State of the Nation Address, announcing measures to address the water crisis and gang violence.
Karystianou: "You cannot label a national diplomatic defeat as a 'warm welcome'"
Maria Karystianou criticizes the Greek government for mischaracterizing diplomatic failures in the context of Greek-Turkish relations during a meeting between Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
The hands of the police are not tied; they are simply busy rolling the blame for the wave of murders away
Israeli Police Commissioner Dani Levy has issued a statement attributing the recent surge in murders to systemic failures beyond the police's control.
Kwara Tragedy: Nigeria's Priorities in the Shadow of 2027
The recent attack in Kwara State highlights the ongoing failures of Nigeria's government to protect its citizens amidst rising violence and abductions.
Lula 3.0 - Poor Management
The article critiques President Lula's third term, highlighting failures in governance as he prepares for a potential fourth term.
The History of Extreme Conflict over 'Medical School Expansion': Both Moon and Yoon Governments Faced Physician Backlash Leading to Failure
Efforts to increase medical school enrollments in South Korea have consistently faced fierce resistance from the medical community, resulting in repeated failures across different administrations.
Government allocates more than 5 billion pesos in infrastructure to combat 'market failure' in southeastern Mexico
The Mexican government has allocated over 5 billion pesos for infrastructure projects in the southeastern region to address financing issues identified as 'market failures.'
Of the 11 plans presented by Enel, 7 were rejected, says Aneel
The Brazilian government, under President Lula, has criticized Enel's performance in São Paulo, with Aneel reporting that 7 out of 11 work plans submitted by the company were rejected due to various failures and penalties in service delivery.
What did Congress leader Bhupinder Hooda say about Haryana?
Congress leader Bhupinder Singh Hooda criticized the Haryana government for its continuous failures in addressing issues such as pension cuts for the elderly and the halting of ration cards, which are affecting the common people.
"MAX", "WeChat" and "Rubika" – Stories of Successes and Failures of Government-Controlled Social Networks
The article discusses the concept of superapps, highlighting successes and failures of various government-controlled social networks, including WeChat in China and Rubika in Iran.
From Moreno's Indec to Milei's Indec: the devastating warning from the first displaced
Graciela Bevacqua, former director of prices, critiques the current government's measures, drawing parallels to past institutional failures under Kirchner's administration.
Report points out failures and loss of R$ 4.5 million in the purchase of 'Aedes do Bem' kits by the City Hall of Rio Branco
A report by the Brazilian federal audit agency highlights a loss of R$ 4.5 million in public funds due to the improper purchase of mosquito kits intended to combat dengue fever.
'The Five Failures of Real Estate' Is Still Under Attack Today, What Is the 'Devil' Mentioned by Lee Jae-myung?
The article discusses the South Korean government's decision to end the exemption on the capital gains tax for multiple homeowners, highlighting the political implications and criticisms surrounding it.
Weekly news quiz: The government's fire sale, a box office bomb and a new religion
A quiz covering recent news topics, including government activities, entertainment failures, and the emergence of a new religious movement.
Kaljulaid on Karis' Messages: The Government Cannot Handle Foreign Policy
Raimond Kaljulaid criticized the Estonian government for failing to coordinate its foreign policy with President Alar Karis, emphasizing the need to resolve differences quickly.