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πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

HARSH TIMES ⟩ Detox centers have become secret "winter shelters": the number of people in need of shelter has significantly increased

Estonian detox centers are increasingly serving as hidden winter shelters for the homeless, with a notable rise in the number of individuals seeking refuge from harsh winter conditions.

Feb 23 β€’ 15:00 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains leave 100 homeless and classes suspended on the coast of SP; shelter is set up

Heavy rain in SΓ£o Paulo's coastline has displaced 100 residents in PeruΓ­be, leading to the suspension of classes and the establishment of a shelter in a municipal school.

Feb 23 β€’ 12:07 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

Heavy rains hit dog shelter and flood streets of PoΓ§o Verde

Heavy rainfall caused flooding in PoΓ§o Verde, affecting local streets and a dog shelter, leaving many animals homeless.

Feb 22 β€’ 18:16 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡ͺ Postimees
National & Local

Shelters do not kick the homeless out into the cold, but many choose to leave themselves

Homeless individuals in Estonia are facing extreme cold as the year 2026 begins, prompting some to seek shelter in shopping centers instead of staying at designated shelters.

Feb 21 β€’ 17:00 UTC
πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡ͺ Aftonbladet
National & Local

Here the homeless find shelter in the winter cold: 'It's nice that they do this for us'

A church in Stockholm provides a warm refuge for the homeless during winter, offering not only shelter but also food and community support.

Feb 18 β€’ 06:22 UTC
πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ Fox News
National & Local

Affluent Upper East Side explodes in outrage over controversial homeless shelter: 'Unacceptable!'

Residents of New York City's Upper East Side expressed anger at a public meeting over plans for a new homeless shelter, accusing city officials of ignoring community input.

Feb 12 β€’ 02:28 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° DR Nyheder
National & Local

New housing construction in Copenhagen will benefit young homeless people

The chance of finding shelter as a young homeless person is increasing in Copenhagen with the introduction of youth housing provided by the municipality.

Feb 11 β€’ 16:36 UTC
πŸ‡§πŸ‡· G1 (PT)
National & Local

MPF requests a fine of R$ 354 thousand against the city of BelΓ©m for failing to provide shelter for homeless people

The Federal Public Ministry has requested a court to impose fines totaling over R$ 354,000 against BelΓ©m and the Papa John XXIII Foundation for not complying with judicial decisions regarding the sheltering of homeless individuals in the city.

Feb 10 β€’ 23:26 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

Montpellier: one dead and more than 80 people evacuated in a homeless shelter fire

A fire at a homeless shelter in Montpellier resulted in one death and the evacuation of over 80 residents.

Feb 8 β€’ 14:16 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή 15min
National & Local

A bigger challenge for shelters is not the cold, but the payment days

The KΔ—dainiai homeless shelter faces more significant challenges during payment days than in harsh winter cold, as they see an increase in intoxicated individuals and related incidents.

Feb 7 β€’ 09:00 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
National & Local

Animal shelter in Kaunas invites you to have fun and help the homeless: here’s what they offer

The animal shelter in Kaunas not only provides refuge for homeless cats but also creates a community atmosphere, offering various activities for visitors and having successfully found homes for 518 cats and 7 puppies in 2025.

Feb 6 β€’ 08:22 UTC
πŸ‡±πŸ‡Ή Lrytas
World

The "Eurovision" leader who faced tragedy opens up about the past: Hollywood parties, drugs, and a time almost unfortunately spent in a homeless shelter

Nikita discusses his past experiences with challenges and dangers, which shaped his present efforts to create a more honest and supportive world for his daughter and youth.

Feb 5 β€’ 09:02 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡° DR Nyheder
National & Local

Municipality creates extra shelter places for the homeless due to the cold

Copenhagen Municipality has established additional emergency shelter spaces to provide more homeless individuals with a roof over their heads during the current cold temperatures.

Feb 4 β€’ 17:13 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ FAZ
National & Local

Four years without my son: "The apartment saved me"

Aysan Rajabi spent four years living in a homeless shelter, separated from her son, and the 'Housing First' project ultimately saved her life and provided her with a safe home in Frankfurt.

Feb 4 β€’ 05:55 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ taz
National & Local

15 Homeless Have Died: Hamburg Should Quickly Create Warm Places

In response to the deaths of 15 homeless individuals in Hamburg during January, there is debate about whether the city is doing enough to provide adequate shelter against the cold weather.

Feb 3 β€’ 17:16 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Snapshots in January: Pictures of the Day

The article highlights two significant scenes: one from Minneapolis where federal immigration officers used tear gas against protesters, and another showing a homeless woman in Frankfurt who made a temporary shelter from umbrellas.

Jan 13 β€’ 17:00 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ iRozhlas
National & Local

Police Officers in Jičín Offer Homeless People a Warm Night's Shelter. 'Some Stubborn Ones Never Take Advantage of It,' Says a Policeman

Police officers in Jičín are providing a warm shelter for the homeless, but some refuse to utilize the offer according to local authorities.

Jan 13 β€’ 06:55 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

Justice awards 6,000 euros for moral damages following the death of a homeless young man in a shelter in Seville in 2013

The Superior Court of Justice of Andalusia ruled against the family of Piotr Piskozub, stating there was no causal link between the medical treatment he received and his death shortly after being discharged from the hospital.

Jan 11 β€’ 20:35 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ SZ
National & Local

Homelessness: What does winter mean for the homeless?

The article discusses the challenges faced by homeless individuals during winter, particularly in a warming shelter in Nuremberg where many visitors still wear their winter clothing despite the facility’s name.

Jan 11 β€’ 11:46 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ iRozhlas
National & Local

Freezing weather forces homeless people to look for warm places to sleep. Jihlava's shelter reports full

As freezing temperatures hit the region, Jihlava's shelter has reached full capacity, leaving many homeless individuals in search of warm places to sleep.

Jan 7 β€’ 19:33 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Mirror
Crime & Justice

Missing man discovered 'dead for a week' in room at Bristol homeless hostel

Zaid Jawad was found dead in a Bristol homeless shelter a week after his family reported him missing, prompting an investigation.

Jan 7 β€’ 16:52 UTC
πŸ‡¨πŸ‡Ώ iRozhlas
National & Local

Instead of a shelter, sleeping outside. In Brno, police are more often responding to homeless people due to the frost

Police in Brno are increasing their efforts to assist homeless individuals during freezing temperatures by responding more frequently to their needs.

Jan 6 β€’ 19:40 UTC
πŸ‡«πŸ‡· Le Figaro
National & Local

A solemn call: In the face of the cold wave, Mathilde Panot calls for the requisition of vacant buildings

Mathilde Panot, head of the LFI deputies, urged the use of vacant buildings to shelter the homeless as a cold wave hits and an emergency plan is activated.

Jan 6 β€’ 09:47 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El PaΓ­s
National & Local

The polar cold tests winter plans in Catalonia for the homeless

Catalonia faces an intense week of cold weather, prompting expanded shelter options in Barcelona and new resources in Badalona, amidst ongoing risks for the homeless.

Jan 6 β€’ 04:15 UTC
πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ taz
National & Local

Dealing with Homeless People in Winter: From Emergency Shelter to Frost

In Hamburg, homeless individuals are forced to leave emergency shelters during the day even in freezing temperatures, while cities like Hanover and Bremen adopt a different approach.

Jan 5 β€’ 16:19 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Večernji List
National & Local

The City of Zagreb provides additional assistance and accommodation for the homeless during winter conditions

Due to cold weather conditions, the City of Zagreb has arranged shelter and meals for homeless individuals, including overnight stays and warm meals at designated locations.

Jan 5 β€’ 13:00 UTC
πŸ‡­πŸ‡· Index.hr
National & Local

The City of Zagreb Provides Additional Accommodation, Food, and Warm Drinks to the Homeless During Winter

The City of Zagreb has announced additional accommodation and support for the homeless during winter, offering a shelter with 20 beds on Ilica Street and 44 beds in Kosnica, along with meals and hot beverages.

Jan 5 β€’ 12:51 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ Guardian
National & Local

Flooding forces hundreds to flee homeless shelter in San Diego

Heavy storms in San Diego caused flooding, forcing 325 people to evacuate a homeless shelter to a nearby gym.

Jan 4 β€’ 15:00 UTC
πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ El Mundo
Life & Tech

The American Who Was 'Homeless' in Barcelona and Has Helped 3,500 People Off the Streets from Spain

Andrew Funk, a former homeless man in Barcelona, has dedicated himself to helping thousands of others find shelter and support.

Jan 3 β€’ 21:45 UTC
πŸ‡¬πŸ‡· Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Emergency measures by the municipality of Athens due to low temperatures

The municipality of Athens is implementing emergency measures, including a 24-hour heated shelter and a hotline, to assist the homeless and vulnerable due to expected low temperatures over the next few days.

Dec 30 β€’ 16:58 UTC

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