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๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The government has found the missing one hundred million for drug policy

The Czech government has located one hundred million crowns for drug policy funding.

Mar 2 โ€ข 22:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
World

Customs Duties: A Judge Rejects the U.S. Government's Request to Postpone Refunds

A U.S. judge has denied the government's request to delay refunds of previously paid tariffs, complicating the refund process for importers.

Mar 2 โ€ข 19:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Will the motion to dismiss Minister Paulina Hennig-Kloska fracture the government coalition?

The article discusses the potential impact of a proposed motion to dismiss Minister Paulina Hennig-Kloska on the stability of the Polish government coalition.

Mar 2 โ€ข 19:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Rhetoric about Iran: How Merz is Becoming the New Merkel

The article discusses the shift in rhetoric of the German government regarding the Iran conflict, highlighting a notable change in tone from last summer's casual remarks by the Chancellor to a more cautious approach.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

Point N: The War in Iran as a Test - Not Just for the Great Powers but Also for the Czech Government

The article discusses the legitimacy of the recent US and Israeli attacks on Iran, particularly focusing on the implications for Czech foreign policy.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ Punch
National & Local

Evening recap: Police Council confirms Disu as IG, FG begins direct oil revenue remittance, Wike tackles opposition, other top stories

The article covers significant political and economic developments in Nigeria, including the appointment of a new Inspector-General of Police, the government's new oil revenue policy, and political accusations amid the upcoming elections.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

The Government Supported Stricter Regulation of the Crime of Non-Payment of Alimony

The Czech government has endorsed stricter regulations for the crime of non-payment of alimony.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
World

Iran has not changed its government. There are no changes in defense policy

Iran's defense policy remains unchanged despite criticisms of its government.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Tajani to Conte: "I did not go on my knees to Merkel or Trump"

Tensions escalated in the Senate committee between Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani and 5-Star leader Giuseppe Conte over Italy's communication regarding an attack in Iran.

Mar 2 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: It Should Be Easier for Those Looking for an Apartment

The article discusses the rising rental prices in German cities and the German government's efforts to improve tenant rights amidst a challenging housing market.

Mar 2 โ€ข 16:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Comment: Trump's Trick Left a Finnish Expert Completely Useless - "I Don't Know. I Don't Know. I Don't Know. I Don't Know."

A Finnish expert expresses confusion and concern over the repercussions of the U.S. government's actions in Iran under Trump.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
World

In an interview with The New York Times, Trump offers contradictory visions about Iran

Donald Trump discusses the U.S. military's potential actions in Iran, suggesting a prolonged military engagement while presenting inconsistent perspectives on the transfer of power to a new Iranian government.

Mar 2 โ€ข 15:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Cavallo's warning about the economic plan that discomforts the government

Economist Domingo Cavallo has cautioned that Argentina's gradual economic plans may lead to difficulties if not amended, highlighting the pressing need for significant reductions in real interest rates.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Don't let Washington politicians turn your local bank into a government spy

The Trump administration is reportedly contemplating measures that would require banks to collect citizenship information from customers, raising concerns about privacy and the implications for customer access to banking services.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

They Got Involved

The article critiques the Greek government's foreign policy response to the U.S. and Israel's recent actions against Iran, suggesting that the Greek political landscape is distracted and disorganized.

Mar 2 โ€ข 12:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

London Denies Bases for US Raids, Then Thinks Again: "But Only for Defensive Purposes"

The UK government has faced controversy over its stance on US and Israeli attacks on Iran, initially denying the use of its military bases for such operations but then reconsidering while claiming the intent is purely defensive.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

The Middle East has changed the government agenda. Iran is being discussed at the cabinet meeting

The Czech cabinet is addressing issues related to Iran during its meeting, indicating a shift in focus towards the Middle East.

Mar 2 โ€ข 11:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

The Netherlands retreats from the 'nothing' tax

The Netherlands has decided to withdraw from implementing a tax referred to as the 'nothing' tax.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Johan Vandevool: The German Foreign Minister denies participation in US and Israeli operations against Iran

German Foreign Minister Johan Vandevool denied that the German government is considering participating in US-Israeli operations against Iran.

Mar 2 โ€ข 10:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Criteria for Heating Choices: Who Benefits from the New Heating Law

The German government promotes the upcoming Building Modernization Act, emphasizing rational decision-making regarding heating choices amidst consumer hesitation.

Mar 2 โ€ข 09:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Energy Transition: Bavaria Will No Longer Promote Climate-Friendly Wooden Buildings

The Bavarian government has decided to end its funding program for climate-friendly wooden construction by 2026 as part of a shift to focus more on affordable housing programs.

Mar 2 โ€ข 09:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

Nikos Androulakis on TikTok: What has actually changed in the energy sector?

Nikos Androulakis, the President of the Greek Party Pasok, criticizes the government's energy policy in a TikTok video, arguing that it has not led to a fair green transition.

Mar 2 โ€ข 08:46 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

The refugee status in the United Kingdom will be granted for a renewable period of 30 months instead of five years, announces the British government

The UK government has changed its refugee status granting policy, offering a renewable 30-month status instead of the previous five-year duration.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:14 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hwang Jong-woo, the Minister of Oceans and Fisheries candidate from Busan... Internal selection through traditional bureaucrat experience

Hwang Jong-woo has been nominated as the Minister of Oceans and Fisheries candidate, marking a significant internal appointment within South Korea's government.

Mar 2 โ€ข 07:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ South China Morning Post
National & Local

How much for foreign prestige? China says no to some Western science journal fees

China's research body has prohibited the use of government funds for publishing in certain high-fee Western science journals, signaling a shift in policy regarding international academic prestige.

Mar 2 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Anyone buying an electric car before April issued crucial advice before new fee

Drivers purchasing electric cars before April should be aware of significant tax changes that could increase costs by ยฃ2,000.

Mar 2 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

At the Forum โ€žEducation Codeโ€œ โ€“ an exclusive discussion of more than 40 local government leaders about the future of education in Lithuania

The forum titled 'Education Code' brings together various leaders to discuss the future of education in Lithuania, focusing on collaboration and actionable solutions.

Mar 2 โ€ข 05:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The disaster caused by the absence of a 'circular economy philosophy': Confusion over the disposable cup policy

South Korea faces significant challenges in managing plastic waste, with increasing confusion surrounding its disposable cup policy and a lack of a coherent circular economy approach.

Mar 2 โ€ข 05:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Eight Years to Revoke Residence Permits

The Swedish Migration Agency estimates it would take eight years to process cases if the government moves to revoke permanent residence permits.

Mar 2 โ€ข 04:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Message to the countryside: Milei promised to continue lowering withholdings as long as fiscal balance allows and spoke about a regime for seeds

President Javier Milei assured that the government will responsibly lower agricultural withholdings depending on the fiscal surplus and introduced a new regime for seed innovation.

Mar 2 โ€ข 02:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Minister's Call to E-type and Stranded Swedes

Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard addressed the situation of thousands of stranded Swedes in the Middle East following escalating violence there, while some, including artist E-type, criticized the government for inadequate assistance.

Mar 1 โ€ข 22:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Hundreds of UK teenagers to pilot social media bans and restrictions

Hundreds of teenagers in the UK will participate in trials testing bans and restrictions on social media usage as part of a government initiative to address smartphone-related issues among youth.

Mar 1 โ€ข 22:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Mundo
National & Local

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.

Mar 1 โ€ข 21:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

What if we call it โ€˜Climate Departmentโ€™? [From the newsroom]

South Koreaโ€™s Minister of Climate, Energy, and Environment suggested a new abbreviation for the department, igniting a discussion on the importance of environmental terminology amidst recent governmental changes.

Mar 1 โ€ข 20:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

The government has cooked up another secret tax for the Estonian people

The Estonian government is implementing a new car tax that will increase costs for buyers, despite claims of reducing taxes.

Mar 1 โ€ข 20:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Fico's coalition wants to abolish postal voting from abroad. It is the weakest in it

The coalition led by Robert Fico plans to end postal voting for citizens living abroad, claiming it has resulted in weaker participation from their demographic.

Mar 1 โ€ข 17:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Iran, the left attacks. Schlein: 'Friend' of Trump but didn't know anything

The Italian left, led by Elly Schlein, criticizes the government for its handling of the escalating crisis in the Middle East, particularly concerning Italians stranded in the region.

Mar 1 โ€ข 16:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: 'Buying and selling houses is free, but the government determines profit and loss'

President Yoon expresses that while buying and selling homes is an individual's freedom, the government will dictate whether those transactions lead to profit or loss.

Mar 1 โ€ข 12:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Reaction to Attacks: The Iran War Forces Merz to Walk a Tightrope Again

The German government demonstrates understanding for the attacks on Iran while avoiding open support, navigating a complex diplomatic situation fueled by different perspectives within the ruling coalition.

Mar 1 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Jamie Sarkonak: Even Liberals Know Their Immigration Plan, and Minister, Are Duds

The article critiques the Liberal government's immigration plan as ineffective and highlights ongoing challenges related to immigration that remain unaddressed.

Mar 1 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

After Trump's setback in court, the government does not set a date for sending the agreement with the U.S. to Congress

The Argentine government is delaying sending a trade agreement with the U.S. to Congress following a Supreme Court ruling that undermined Trump's tariff policy.

Mar 1 โ€ข 10:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Soon you can extend the housing loan repayment period to 35 years โ€“ graphics show the change in monthly payments and interest

The Finnish government is set to allow homebuyers to extend their housing loan repayment period to 35 years, resulting in lower monthly payments but significantly higher interest costs.

Mar 1 โ€ข 07:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป TVNET
National & Local

Excise tax on alcoholic beverages is increasing

Starting from March 1st, the excise tax rates for various alcoholic beverages in Latvia will be raised significantly.

Mar 1 โ€ข 06:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
World

Trump enhances Voice of America: what it is and how he uses it to speak to Iranians

Donald Trump has allegedly used Voice of America to send a video message to Iranians urging them to overthrow their government following ongoing U.S. military operations.

Mar 1 โ€ข 06:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Brazilian government condemns attacks against Iran and expresses serious concern

The Brazilian government has condemned the attacks by the United States and Israel against Iran and stressed the need for negotiations to ensure peace.

Mar 1 โ€ข 01:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Working Hours and Society's Choices

A recent article discussed a study comparing Brazil's working hours with those of other countries, highlighting the role of various determinants like productivity and government policies.

Feb 28 โ€ข 18:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

PM says Australia supports US acting to stop Iran getting nuclear weapons

Australia's government publicly backs the US in its efforts to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons amid rising tensions in the Middle East.

Feb 28 โ€ข 12:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Heating and Climate Protection: How Expensive Will Gas Be Now?

The German government is focusing on green gas, which is expected to increase heating costs for homeowners.

Feb 28 โ€ข 11:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

Trump spells out rationale for Iran attack: โ€˜This will be probably your only chance for generationsโ€™

In a video posted on Truth Social, Trump argues that the recent US military action against Iran is aimed at defending American citizens and urges Iranians to overthrow their government.

Feb 28 โ€ข 10:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

From 2026 โ€“ increased benefits for foster care of children: here's how much it is and where to apply

Lithuania is set to increase foster care benefits for children starting in 2026, adjusting the amounts based on age and needs.

Feb 28 โ€ข 10:00 UTC

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