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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This year, mobile devices can use a digital wallet – here's what it's about

Finland will introduce a digital identity wallet for mobile devices by the end of 2026, allowing residents to securely identify themselves in various services and control their personal information sharing.

Feb 23 • 03:31 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

The latest Nord Stream ‘revelation’ is part of a sinister info-control strategy

The article critiques a recent article from the German magazine Spiegel, suggesting it perpetuates a narrative that frames the U.S. as responsible for the Nord Stream attacks, while also characterizing Spiegel as a mouthpiece for establishment views.

Feb 20 • 18:07 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

Is China’s ‘reverse Great Firewall’ quietly blocking global access to official data?

A recent study reveals that many Chinese government websites are becoming increasingly inaccessible from outside the country, indicating a potential effort by the Chinese government to control information accessibility.

Feb 20 • 16:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Water Management Control Based on the Water Law Act

The article discusses a promotional offer combining access to Polish and international journalism, including The New York Times, but lacks information on water management law specifics.

Feb 20 • 03:40 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Calls for more information on mental health, gun history of Tumbler Ridge shooter

There are growing demands for transparency regarding the mental health and firearm history of the shooter in the Tumbler Ridge mass shooting incident.

Feb 19 • 20:08 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

After the 'Z' bloggers' hysteria - a new Russian decision

The Russian government has decided not to restrict the operation of 'Telegram' in the SVO zone, according to statements from officials amid concerns over the platform's reliability.

Feb 18 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Former BRB Director Called to Provide Clarifications in Internal Audit

Dario Oswaldo Garcia Júnior, the former Finance and Control Director of BRB, is set to provide information regarding frauds connected to Banco Master during an upcoming internal audit.

Feb 18 • 15:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

New information from the United States regarding China's alleged nuclear test

The U.S. Deputy Defense Secretary has expressed significant confidence that China conducted an underground nuclear test following a detected seismic event near its testing area.

Feb 18 • 11:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Comforting Information for Couch Potatoes – Such a Simple Thing Can Control Cholesterol and Promote Weight Loss: Test It Yourself

Recent research reveals that significant health benefits can be achieved through minor daily changes, even for those with sedentary lifestyles.

Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Canadian police: This is what is known about the school shooter

Canadian police provided updated information regarding the school shooting in Tumbler Ridge, British Columbia, which resulted in nine deaths and 27 injuries.

Feb 11 • 20:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Disruption in Train Services

Train services between Kerava and Lahti have been suspended due to a fault in the traffic control information system, according to Fintraffic.

Feb 11 • 07:37 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Border Protection in America: US Agency Plans Stricter Entry Rules for Tourists

The US border authority is considering stricter entry rules for tourists, including a requirement for more personal information to be disclosed during the ESTA application process.

Feb 9 • 07:06 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

What the famous stoic phrase by Epictetus means: "It is impossible for a man to learn what he thinks he knows. Difficulty reveals what men are."

The article discusses the philosophical insights of Epictetus regarding knowledge and control, emphasizing the importance of humility in learning amidst a flood of information and self-proclaimed experts.

Feb 8 • 22:46 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Life & Tech

Creating Artificial Cells to Approach the Mysteries of Life, Discussing the Considerations of Difficult-to-Control Proliferation

Research is progressing on creating artificial cells to unlock the mysteries of life, with a focus on using DNA technology for information exchange.

Feb 6 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Danger of Controlling Information

The article discusses how both the Kirchnerism era and the current government in Argentina share notable methodological similarities despite their ideological differences, particularly in controlling narratives and handling criticism.

Feb 5 • 23:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

No state has a high level of transparency regarding firearms in the country, says study

A study reveals that Brazilian state police are failing to provide information on firearms under their control, with no state achieving a high level of transparency.

Feb 5 • 22:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

State police ignore or deny 71% of information requests about firearms, study indicates

A study reveals that state police ignore or do not respond to three out of four requests for information regarding gun control, hindering public policy analysis on this critical issue.

Feb 5 • 12:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

Popular function on WhatsApp has become a security threat: Your data can be stolen in no time, here's how to protect yourself

A new scam exploits an official device linking feature in WhatsApp, leading to alarms from the Federal Office for Information Security (BSI) about a method called 'Ghost Pairing' that allows cybercriminals to take control of others' WhatsApp accounts.

Feb 4 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

"Financial Times". Russia Took Control of Key European Satellite Communications: What Does It Mean

Officials warn that Russia's actions pose not only a threat to the confidential information transmitted by satellites but may also allow Moscow to manipulate their trajectories or even force them to drop.

Feb 4 • 07:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

Interior Minister Taro on the detention of the ship: therefore, there was sufficiently good information as part of international cooperation

Estonian authorities successfully boarded and took control of a vessel suspected of smuggling, thanks to intelligence shared through international cooperation, as stated by Interior Minister Igor Taro.

Feb 3 • 20:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Teresa Siudem: Selling your business? Control the information

Premature disclosure of information about selling a company can lead to speculation that deters potential buyers and weakens the seller's position.

Jan 16 • 05:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Who Will Win the Sixth Generation Fighter Race Among Major Countries?

The article discusses the intense competition among major powers to develop sixth-generation fighter jets that focus not only on speed and maneuverability but also on information dominance and swarm control capabilities for future battles.

Jan 13 • 12:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Iran: How Dictatorships Pull the Plug on the Internet

The article discusses the brutal measures employed by the Iranian regime to control information flow and suppress freedom through an almost total internet blackout.

Jan 13 • 10:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Iranian security forces go door to door to swipe satellites from homes to choke off information spread

Iranian security forces are confiscating satellite dishes and private security camera footage to prevent the spread of information about nationwide protests.

Jan 13 • 03:31 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

After the change of control in southern Yemen.. Families search for their missing children for years

The issue of enforced disappearances in Yemen has resurfaced as families seek information about their loved ones following a shift in control from the Southern Transitional Council to government forces.

Jan 11 • 12:04 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Lebanon: The Army Completed the First Phase of Weapons Control South of the Litani River

Lebanon's Information Minister announced that the army has completed the first phase of controlling weapons south of the Litani River, highlighting the army's operational successes in the region.

Jan 8 • 18:50 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Russia expands internet blackouts under pretense of drone threats, but real goal appears to be information control

Russian authorities in Kamchatka Krai have imposed mobile internet restrictions citing threats from Ukrainian drone attacks, although the region is far from Ukraine, raising suspicions about the real motive being information control.

Jan 7 • 15:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

‘All brakes are off’: Russia’s attempt to rein in illicit market for leaked data backfires

Russia's efforts to control the illegal market for leaked personal data are proving ineffective, highlighting a long-established ecosystem that facilitates access to sensitive information for various actors including journalists and criminal organizations.

Dec 26 • 09:00 UTC

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