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🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Five billion grant for local road repair had minimal benefits, according to the NKÚ

A report by the NKÚ indicates that a five billion CZK grant aimed at repairing local roads in Czechia yielded minimal benefits.

Mar 23 • 07:23 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Govt Grants Amnesty for Kenyans Who Joined Russian Military After Stop List Agreement

The Kenyan government will grant amnesty to citizens who unlawfully joined the Russian military after an agreement was reached to cease their recruitment.

Mar 23 • 05:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

Woman, 28, charged with murder over death of man in park

A 28-year-old woman has been charged with the murder of Gary Grant, whose body was found in a Suffolk park.

Mar 22 • 12:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

New York: the mysterious school in Queens that received $2 million from Donald Trump

The Grand Central Atelier, an art school in Queens, New York, received a $2 million grant from the Trump administration's National Endowment for the Humanities.

Mar 21 • 19:19 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

In Kohtla-Järve, the opposition and coalition do not grant each other working peace

In Kohtla-Järve, the opposition is in conflict with the coalition over alleged legal violations regarding governance.

Mar 21 • 16:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'They will provide a route from Hormuz', Iran agrees to grant exemption to America's ally! How the 'game' changed

Iran has agreed to allow Japanese ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz, following previous permissions for Indian and Chinese vessels.

Mar 21 • 13:33 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

STF is expected to grant house arrest to Bolsonaro

The Brazilian Supreme Court is likely to allow former President Jair Bolsonaro to serve his prison sentence at home due to health concerns following a severe illness.

Mar 21 • 01:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Emilia Kangas, 24, who was left without a grant, asked people for money – this is the amount that came in

Shot putter Emilia Kangas raised €8,000 to €9,000 through a crowdfunding campaign after being denied a sports grant from the Ministry of Education and Culture.

Mar 20 • 12:08 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Björn Söder Attacks Sida Officials

Björn Söder, a Swedish politician, expressed frustration over delays in funding for the party aid organization Hepatica from Sida, despite a new grant being approved.

Mar 20 • 04:46 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

BC resists giving more time for BRB to present solution for losses with Master case

The Central Bank of Brazil is reluctant to grant the Bank of Brasília additional time to address losses stemming from fraudulent transactions with Banco Master.

Mar 20 • 02:21 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Texas: Greg Abbott announces a grant from the Semiconductor Innovation Fund

Governor Greg Abbott's administration has announced a grant from the Semiconductor Innovation Fund to Texas Tech University to establish a specialized semiconductor lab.

Mar 19 • 23:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deputies request STF to grant humanitarian house arrest for Jair Bolsonaro

Brazilian federal deputy Gustavo Gayer has requested that ex-President Jair Bolsonaro be placed under house arrest for humanitarian reasons due to health issues, with support from 175 legislators.

Mar 19 • 14:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I worked for Royal Family – Andrew trait made me dread being around him'

A former royal butler describes his discomfort in the presence of Prince Andrew, citing a troubling 'vibe' during their interactions.

Mar 19 • 11:03 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Withdraws billion support from offshore wind project

Enova has withdrawn a NOK 2 billion funding grant for the Goliatvind offshore wind project near Hammerfest due to the project's failure to meet its construction deadline.

Mar 19 • 10:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

It is possible to sell a truck with a subsidized tachograph

The Polish government is processing grant applications for the financing of intelligent tachographs in trucks, with over 16,000 companies applying for funding for 94,649 vehicles.

Mar 19 • 08:29 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

KSeF problematic, but useful in certain matters

A recent survey revealed that while a majority of Polish businesses are encountering issues with the KSeF invoicing system, many still find it beneficial as they transition to full utilization.

Mar 19 • 04:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

University backs FG’s plan on admission autonomy

Topfaith University supports Nigeria's Federal Ministry of Education's decision to grant universities the autonomy to select their admission candidates.

Mar 19 • 00:04 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Despite shortcomings - SD's aid project receives millions in funding

The Swedish Democrats' aid organization, Hepatica, has received a new multi-million grant from Sida, despite significant shortcomings and risk assessments.

Mar 18 • 16:17 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

‘Rot in jail’: Ford criticizes child killer being granted unescorted absences

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has condemned the decision to grant child killer Darren Scott Ray unescorted absences from prison.

Mar 17 • 21:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Augsburg: Free State Allocates 30 Million Euros for New Roman Museum

The Free State of Bavaria is funding half of the planned costs for a new Roman museum in Augsburg with a 30 million euro grant.

Mar 17 • 14:31 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

USA threatens Zambia: we will cut HIV aid if you do not grant access to your resources

The USA is considering reducing HIV aid to Zambia to pressure the country into a deal that would allow American companies greater access to its critical resources, as revealed by a draft memorandum from the US State Department.

Mar 17 • 12:10 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Four individuals reported the youth minister's grant decisions to the Chancellor of Justice - Poutala distributed grants against official recommendations

Four individuals have filed a complaint against Finnish Minister of Youth Mika Poutala for distributing grants to Christian organizations contrary to official recommendations.

Mar 17 • 10:15 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A constitutional amendment moves forward in the Seimas to allow 16-year-olds to vote for mayors and council members.

A proposed constitutional amendment in Lithuania would grant voting rights to 16-year-olds in local elections, receiving significant support in the Seimas.

Mar 17 • 08:41 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Uncertain February on recruitment portals

In February, the number of job offers on Poland's 50 largest recruitment portals fell to 238,400, marking a 6% decrease from January and 7% from the previous year, according to a report from Grant Thornton.

Mar 17 • 04:08 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Funding Secured: Cultural Spectacle Gauting Can Take Place

The Gauting Cultural Spectacle is set to take place for the 43rd time, receiving a financial grant of €19,359 from the federal festival funding program.

Mar 16 • 13:40 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Kazakhstan approved the expansion of presidential powers

Kazakhstan's Central Election Commission announced that more than 87% of voters supported constitutional amendments that merge both parliamentary chambers and grant the president the authority to appoint key government officials with parliamentary approval, including the reinstatement of the vice presidency.

Mar 16 • 09:09 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Harish Rana will give new life to many after leaving the world

Harish Rana from Ghaziabad is nearing the end of a long and silent battle, with his neighbors reflecting on the hope that his passing may grant new life through organ donation.

Mar 16 • 07:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Litvínov did not receive a grant for the purchase of apartments in a decrepit panel building in the Janov ghetto, is considering expropriation

Litvínov city has failed to secure funding for the acquisition of apartments in a dilapidated building located in the Janov ghetto and is now contemplating expropriating the property.

Mar 15 • 21:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Richard E Grant's heartbreak after wife died and the list of women she said he couldn't date

Richard E Grant speaks about the impact of his late wife Joan Washington's death and discusses her humorous instructions regarding women he may date in the future.

Mar 15 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Estonian politicians want to limit the number of scooters

Estonian lawmakers are proposing legislation to grant local municipalities the authority to limit the number of rental scooters, mopeds, and bicycles to enhance traffic safety.

Mar 15 • 10:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Change of Guard at Braemar

Braemar announces a leadership change as James Gundy plans to step down as Group CEO, with Grant Foley set to succeed him.

Mar 15 • 05:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Retiree loses R$ 54,000 after being convinced by fake bank manager to grant remote access to his cell phone

A 55-year-old retiree in São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, was scammed out of R$ 54,000 by a fraudster posing as a bank manager, who convinced him to give remote access to his cellphone.

Mar 14 • 14:28 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Don't just walk... 4 super exercises that grant you a longer life

Experts highlight the importance of regular exercise, emphasizing that a combination of different workouts can extend longevity and improve overall health better than walking alone.

Mar 14 • 11:06 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"Oleksin võinud varem jaole saada." A seriously ill mother encourages women to see a doctor

A cancer treatment foundation has offered support to Heli Käär, a mother battling aggressive breast cancer, as she shares her experience to encourage other women to seek medical help sooner.

Mar 14 • 08:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

It is #FAKE that André Mendonça can invoke a law authorizing the CIA to conduct investigations and arrests in Brazil

A false claim has circulated that Brazilian Minister André Mendonça can invoke a US law to grant the CIA power to conduct investigations and arrests in Brazil, which has been debunked as fake news.

Mar 13 • 20:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Indian Supreme Court Denied a Petition Requesting Menstrual Leave for Women

The Indian Supreme Court has rejected a petition that sought to grant menstrual leave to women.

Mar 13 • 15:06 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Has Washington Yielded to Russian Oil? American Exemption Sparks Debate on Platforms

The U.S. decision to grant a temporary exemption for Russian oil amid a global energy crisis has raised significant debate, highlighting fractures in Western sanctions.

Mar 13 • 13:35 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Irena Lasota: I Am Winning a Competition to Commemorate Jerzy Giedroyć

Irena Lasota discusses her involvement in a competition aimed at commemorating Jerzy Giedroyć with various cultural events and initiatives.

Mar 13 • 13:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lawmaker facilitates N40m grant for 400 small businesses in Cross River

Nigerian Senator Asuquo Ekpenyong has facilitated a grant of N40 million to support 400 small businesses in Cross River, providing each beneficiary with N100,000.

Mar 13 • 12:08 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

He was expected to be a candidate for Prime Minister for PiS. The President of Chełm is fighting the government for 180 million

The President of Chełm is engaged in a legal battle with the Polish government over a 180 million PLN grant intended for a commemorative museum and cultural center.

Mar 13 • 09:24 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Netanyahu to Herzog: You must do the right thing and put an end to this absurd circus

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged President Isaac Herzog to grant him a pardon, emphasizing that Herzog should act independently and end the 'absurd circus' surrounding the situation.

Mar 12 • 19:36 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Emil (16): Grilled the School Secretary about Lack of Equipment Grant

A 16-year-old student apprentice, Emil Strokkenes, confronted Norway's School Secretary about the lack of an equipment grant that would allow him to receive necessary educational tools like a PC.

Mar 12 • 17:07 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why did the female MPs suddenly start banging utensils in the Lok Sabha? Find out

A ruckus erupted in the Lok Sabha as female opposition MPs protested against LPG shortages by banging utensils during a session discussing supplementary grant demands.

Mar 12 • 14:47 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

EU to suspend €2m Venice Biennale project if Russia takes part

The European Commission has warned that it will suspend a €2 million grant for the Venice Biennale if Russia is allowed to participate in the 2026 exhibition.

Mar 12 • 13:18 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Sillamäe Waste Plant, which relied on huge subsidies, is looking for survival options

The Sillamäe waste plant, which was set to receive a €39 million grant, is now searching for ways to survive after project mismanagement and lack of feasibility became apparent.

Mar 12 • 05:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Three siblings disappeared off the face of the earth last seen walking with eerie 'tall blond man'

Three siblings, Jane, Arnna, and Grant Beaumont, vanished from Glenelg Beach in Australia in 1966 while last seen with a mysterious tall blond man.

Mar 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Youth Minister Poutala allocated funds to Christian organizations against the recommendations of officials, with a personal connection

Finnish Youth Minister Mika Poutala awarded funding to two Christian organizations despite official recommendations against it due to their failure to meet grant criteria.

Mar 11 • 16:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

She worked on Friends and Beverly Hills 90210 and is the daughter of two Hollywood icons: here's how Jennifer Grant is today

Jennifer Grant, daughter of Cary Grant and Dyan Cannon, is now 60 years old and continues to maintain a low profile while living in Los Angeles.

Mar 11 • 13:56 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Peter MacKinnon: Political agendas have no place in university research applications

Peter MacKinnon argues that political agendas, specifically around decolonization and diversity in research, should not influence university grant applications.

Mar 11 • 10:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

New Powers for Putin to Attack Abroad Being Prepared

The Kremlin is drafting legislation that would grant President Vladimir Putin authority to deploy military forces abroad under the premise of protecting Russian citizens.

Mar 11 • 09:48 UTC

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