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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

ITBA offers the country's first doctorate in artificial intelligence

The Buenos Aires Institute of Technology (ITBA) has launched Argentina's first doctoral program in artificial intelligence, aiming to transition from tech consumers to creators.

Mar 20 • 18:44 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Report: D. Trump is Undermining Democracy at an Unprecedented Speed

A recent report indicates that democratic principles in the U.S. are being increasingly undermined, causing the country's democracy ranking to drop significantly.

Mar 20 • 15:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Autumn begins this Friday (20); see forecast for DF

Autumn in Brazil starts on Friday at 11:45 AM, bringing a gradual reduction in rainfall for the Federal District according to the National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet).

Mar 20 • 13:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Paraná receives storm alert for 56 cities this first autumn weekend; see weather forecast

The National Institute of Meteorology has issued a storm alert for 56 cities in Paraná due to potential severe weather this weekend.

Mar 20 • 13:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Flood risk, temperature fluctuations, and above-average rainfall in RS: find out what autumn will be like, starting today

The state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil is expected to experience above-average rainfall and fluctuating temperatures this autumn, as detailed by meteorologists from the National Institute of Meteorology.

Mar 20 • 12:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Franca returns to lead the national sanitation ranking; Ribeirão Preto falls on the list

Franca, SP, has reclaimed the top spot in the national sanitation ranking, while Ribeirão Preto has dropped to 30th place, according to a report by the Trata Brasil Institute.

Mar 20 • 12:03 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Polar Researcher: 'Akutaq for Dessert'

Hajo Eicken, the new head of the Alfred Wegener Institute, discusses his vision for improving polar research and the challenges posed by the US government.

Mar 20 • 10:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IFPA receives expressions of interest for positions in Civil Engineering and Agronomy courses

The Federal Institute of Pará is opening an opportunity for candidates who were not accepted in the first selection call to express interest in remaining positions for Civil Engineering and Agronomy courses at the Santarém campus.

Mar 20 • 10:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Watch Bom Dia Amapá this Friday (20)

The article reports on the confirmation of 49 new COVID-19 cases in Amapá, Brazil.

Mar 20 • 10:09 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

They Want to Starve and Destroy Us, Says Director of the Theatre Institute Alžbeta Vakulová

The director of the Theatre Institute, Alžbeta Vakulová, announced her resignation amidst significant budget cuts that threaten the institution's future amid plans to celebrate its 65th anniversary.

Mar 20 • 09:29 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

FHI: Fewer people experience strokes

A new study from the Norwegian Institute of Public Health indicates a decline in the number of new stroke cases in Norway over the past 20 years, primarily due to decreased occurrences among older adults.

Mar 20 • 08:45 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ukraine's drone tactic change creates problems for Russia at all levels

Ukraine's shift in drone tactics has intensified challenges for Russia across tactical, operational, and strategic dimensions, as noted by US Institute for the Study of War analysts.

Mar 20 • 07:58 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

NIH-awarded life scientist Shu Xiaokun abruptly shifts research from US to China

Shu Xiaokun, a renowned life scientist, has announced his sudden move from a prestigious role in the US to lead a new institute in Shanghai, China.

Mar 20 • 07:11 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Brown Dwarfs Can Ignite Together Through Joint Effort

A recent study reveals that two brown dwarfs, when combining their energies, may ignite into a more luminous state, highlighting the peculiar behaviors of these celestial objects.

Mar 20 • 07:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Fraud at INSS: Retirees and pensioners can contest undue discounts until this Friday

Retirees and pensioners in Brazil have until Friday to contest undue discounts linked to fraud at the National Institute of Social Security (INSS).

Mar 20 • 05:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

New research says Canada needs to do more to address growing electricity demand

A new report highlights the urgent need for Canadian governments to act swiftly in order to manage rising electricity demand and maintain affordable prices for consumers.

Mar 20 • 01:17 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Wellness Advances in the Real Estate Industry

The wellness industry is increasingly influencing sectors like real estate and retail, with projections indicating it could reach a market value of $10 trillion by 2029.

Mar 19 • 22:56 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

FHI warns about fraudulent email

The Norwegian Institute of Public Health (FHI) has issued a warning about a fraudulent email that requests individuals to update their health information.

Mar 19 • 19:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IFNMG opens registrations for courses focused on entrepreneurship and innovation in 11 cities

The Federal Institute of Northern Minas Gerais (IFNMG) has opened free registrations for courses in entrepreneurship and innovation across 11 cities in Brazil.

Mar 19 • 18:52 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Institute in SP closes research area after catching book thief Laéssio Rodrigues

The Historical and Geographical Institute of São Paulo has suspended research access after notorious book thief Laéssio Rodrigues was recognized during an attempted theft.

Mar 19 • 18:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Institute EP's Container Aims to Stimulate Reading Habits in School in Altinópolis

The Municipal School Ermelinda Rosalina Sammarco de Figueiredo in Altinópolis, Brazil, has inaugurated a reading container designed to promote literacy among its students.

Mar 19 • 18:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues warning of severe rains in BH and 686 other cities in MG

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a warning for severe rain in Belo Horizonte and 686 municipalities across the state of Minas Gerais.

Mar 19 • 18:02 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

High meat intake linked to lower dementia risk

A study from Karolinska Institute suggests that older individuals with a genetic predisposition to Alzheimer's may benefit from a high meat diet to lower their risk of cognitive decline and dementia.

Mar 19 • 17:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The registration card for the Ifal competition is now available; see the exam location for this Sunday

Candidates registered for the teaching competition at the Federal Institute of Alagoas (Ifal) can now check the location of their exams, which are scheduled for this Sunday.

Mar 19 • 17:04 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Were you fired? How to collect the IESS Unemployment Insurance and how much money you are entitled to

This article explains the process and eligibility requirements for collecting unemployment insurance from Ecuador's Social Security Institute (IESS) after losing a job.

Mar 19 • 17:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

The decline of US democracy under Trump is bad news for Brazil

A new report from the Swedish V-Dem Institute highlights the rapid deterioration of democracy in the United States during Donald Trump's presidency, while Brazil experiences a democratic recovery.

Mar 19 • 16:48 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Intermediate Care for Addictions: Institute of Neurosciences Strengthens Its Offering with Intensive Outpatient Program

A new intensive outpatient program has been launched at the Institute of Neurosciences in Guayaquil, Ecuador, addressing problematic substance use and aiming to provide a middle ground between outpatient services and residential treatment.

Mar 19 • 15:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

National Register for Bicycles? Yes, says a Respected Research Institution

A new report by the Swedish Transport Research Institute recommends establishing a national bicycle registry to combat bike thefts, a similar issue faced in Finland.

Mar 19 • 15:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

UNI-PHARMA and InterMed certified as Top Employers for the fourth consecutive year

The pharmaceutical companies UNI-PHARMA and InterMed have been certified as Top Employers 2026 in Greece for the fourth consecutive year by the Top Employers Institute.

Mar 19 • 14:37 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

FHI Supports Government Proposal for Ban on Strong Snus

The Norwegian Public Health Institute (FHI) supports the government's proposal to limit nicotine levels in snus, which is expected to reduce addiction risks.

Mar 19 • 14:18 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

FHI and the Health Directorate support the government's snus restrictions: – Will lead to less kick

The Norwegian Institute of Public Health and the Health Directorate endorse government regulations limiting nicotine levels in snus, expected to curb addiction risks.

Mar 19 • 14:02 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Marek Kozubal: How the Institute of National Remembrance Became a Sounding Board for Anti-Ukrainian Narratives

The Institute of National Remembrance in Poland intensified patriotic sentiments by claiming that a Ukrainian portal was auctioning a war order awarded to a WWII officer killed by the NKVD, a claim that was quickly picked up by Russian media.

Mar 19 • 13:11 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
World

"Politico". In a few weeks, Europe will have to choose: Ukraine or allies

European countries must soon decide whether to supply air defense shipments to allies in the Persian Gulf or to Ukraine, as highlighted by an expert from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute.

Mar 19 • 11:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Analysis from West Point warns that strait of Hormuz blockade will strangle US defense industry

An analysis from West Point's Modern War Institute highlights the severe impact of a blockade in the strait of Hormuz on the US defense industry's manufacturing capabilities and supply chains.

Mar 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

Guest on Ykkösaamu: The Future Director of the Middle East Institute, Doctor of Military Sciences Juha Mäkelä – What Would You Like to Ask?

The article discusses the current state of war initiated by the U.S. and Israel against Iran, and the subsequent regional impacts, highlighting a forthcoming interview with Juha Mäkelä.

Mar 19 • 10:58 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Nuclear propulsion under three conditions

A study from the Deon Policy Institute advocates for incorporating nuclear energy into Greece's energy strategy, emphasizing the importance of regulatory frameworks and social acceptance for its implementation.

Mar 19 • 06:26 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

CIT unaware of misconduct investigation into CEO when hired, chair says

The Canberra Institute of Technology's chair revealed that the board was unaware of misconduct allegations against its new CEO, Margot McNeill, during her hiring process.

Mar 19 • 02:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

What is a thousand-point essay in the Enem? Meet 3 examples from the 2025 edition

The Brazilian National Institute for Educational Studies and Research (Inep) has released sample essays that received the maximum score on the 2025 Enem exam, showcasing how students tackled the theme of aging in Brazilian society.

Mar 19 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Institute opens selection with more than 20 vacancies in the health sector in Fortaleza

The Instituto de Saúde e Gestão Hospitalar in Fortaleza, Brazil is offering over 20 job vacancies in the health sector with varying positions and salary ranges.

Mar 19 • 00:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Seminar discusses the future of the Amazon in April in AM and seeks to involve students and rural communities

The Talento Amazônico Institute is organizing a seminar on April 9 to engage students and rural communities in discussions about the future of the Amazon.

Mar 18 • 21:43 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

IMPI promotes changes to strengthen Chapter 20 of the T-MEC following U.S. recommendations

The Mexican Institute of Industrial Property (IMPI) is working to enhance Chapter 20 of the T-MEC by making regulatory adjustments and improving international coordination in response to U.S. recommendations.

Mar 18 • 20:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Harsh Message from an Expert to European Leaders: 'Russia Does Not Fear War'

Arkady Moshes, an expert from the Finnish Institute of Foreign Affairs, argues that Europe should not engage in dialogue with Russia as it misleads decision-making processes.

Mar 18 • 19:59 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Peace institute DG urges security agencies to adopt dialogue, mediation

Dr. Joseph Ochogwu, the Director-General of the Institute for Peace and Conflict Resolution in Nigeria, stresses the importance of dialogue and mediation in resolving the country's security challenges.

Mar 18 • 19:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet renews heavy rain alert for all cities in the interior of Pernambuco

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has renewed its alert for heavy rains with potential danger across the state of Pernambuco, Brazil.

Mar 18 • 17:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet maintains alert for intense rains throughout Rio Grande do Norte

The National Institute of Meteorology has issued an alert for intense rains and possible winds in Rio Grande do Norte, affecting multiple states in the Northeast of Brazil.

Mar 18 • 17:09 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Corrientes: after two months of uncertainty and dozens of animals dead from hunger, the transfer of more than 180 heads of stolen cattle was authorized

After two months of legal uncertainty, a court in Corrientes, Argentina, has authorized the transfer of 184 heads of cattle, previously stolen and recovered, to a local agricultural institute to prevent further starvation.

Mar 18 • 16:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Research Institute: Democracy in the United States in Decline

A new report from the Varieties of Democracy institute gives a bleak assessment of the state of democracy in the United States, indicating significant erosion during Donald Trump's presidency.

Mar 18 • 15:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

No Running Water at Joan Brossa Institute in Barcelona: Six Portable Toilets for 450 Students

The Joan Brossa Institute in Barcelona is currently operating without running water and only six portable toilets for its 450 students following a sewage flood that necessitated evacuation and highlighted structural maintenance issues.

Mar 18 • 15:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues two alerts for heavy rains for all of Paraíba

The National Institute of Meteorology in Brazil has issued yellow and orange alerts for heavy rains across the entire state of Paraíba.

Mar 18 • 13:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mothers find refuge from the loneliness of motherhood in writing

Joice Melo, a mother from São Paulo, started writing to cope with the loneliness of motherhood, ultimately founding an institute to empower other women to share their experiences through writing.

Mar 18 • 10:00 UTC

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