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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Podcast: the debate on mandatory retirement as punishment for magistrates

The article discusses the controversial issue of mandatory retirement as a form of punishment for judges in Brazil, highlighted by a recent Supreme Court case and ongoing legislative proposals.

Mar 23 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Margit Rüütelmann: The Preparation for the Waste Reform is Insufficient and Consumers Will Face Price Increases

Recent amendments to Estonia's waste management law are leading to further legislative adjustments, indicating ongoing issues in the reform process that may result in higher costs for consumers.

Mar 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The White House Reveals Legislative Framework for Regulating Artificial Intelligence

The White House has introduced a long-awaited national legislative framework aimed at regulating artificial intelligence (AI) to prevent states from enacting their own laws and to promote a federal approach under Donald Trump's administration.

Mar 23 • 06:19 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Chairman of the Legislative and Judiciary Committee, Choo Mi-ae Resigns Amid Challenges for Governor of Gyeonggi Province

Choo Mi-ae, Chairman of the National Assembly's Legislative and Judiciary Committee, announced her resignation to run for governor of Gyeonggi Province, citing the completion of judicial reform tasks as a key reason for her departure.

Mar 23 • 00:28 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Kim Jong Un reelected as president of state affairs in North Korea

North Korea's legislative body has reelected Kim Jong Un as president of the State Affairs Commission, the highest decision-making and governing body in the country.

Mar 22 • 23:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

PL articulates neutral request to establish CPI on BRB and Master in Legislative Chamber

The PL party is working towards a neutral request for a Congressional Investigation (CPI) in Brasília to unite support from both left and right factions amidst ongoing political turmoil.

Mar 22 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Germany: Protest Against Digital Sexual Violence

Approximately 10,000 people demonstrated in Berlin against sexual violence in the digital space, criticizing Germany's legislative framework for its "structural deficiencies" and legal gaps.

Mar 22 • 21:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Penal populism does not combat misogyny

In Brazil, new legislative proposals have been introduced to address misogyny, sparking a debate on their effectiveness and potential implications for free speech.

Mar 22 • 21:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Adorni scandal delays the arrival of the projects announced by Milei to Congress

The scandal involving Manuel Adorni, along with the investigation into the $LIBRA case, has stalled the Argentine government's plan to present key legislative proposals in Congress.

Mar 22 • 20:09 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

CAL convened to review evidence against assembly member Diana Jácome for alleged verbal aggression towards the RC

The Legislative Administration Council (CAL) in Ecuador will meet to examine evidence against assembly member Diana Jácome for alleged verbal attack during an assembly session.

Mar 22 • 15:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Preventing Hate Speech and Insulting Comfort Women… Bill to Block Hate Demonstrations Near Schools Passes Committee

A bill to prohibit hate demonstrations near schools has successfully passed its first legislative hurdle in South Korea.

Mar 22 • 13:54 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Fast-track supplementary pensions: End to years of waiting

The Greek Ministry of Labor is introducing legislative measures to expedite the processing of supplementary pensions, addressing significant delays faced by retirees.

Mar 22 • 13:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

In the Parliament - proposal to allow students voluntarily serving in military duty to take academic leave

A new legislative proposal suggests allowing students opting for voluntary military service to take academic leave from their studies.

Mar 22 • 11:15 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Doesn't fear the jolt but put her face on the approval of the reform

Giorgia Meloni is committed to a pivotal reform, aware of the potential risks amid legislative challenges and seeking a victory to strengthen her position.

Mar 22 • 11:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Scandal in the Brazilian Parliament: a deputy painted herself black during a legislative session and faces calls for her removal, accused of racism and transphobia

A Brazilian deputy's controversial protest during a legislative session, where she painted herself black, has led to accusations of racism and transphobia and calls for her removal from office.

Mar 22 • 05:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Florida: Ron DeSantis announced a proposal to increase accountability and transparency in Congressional stock trading operations

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced a legislative proposal aimed at enhancing accountability and transparency in stock trading by members of Congress, amid concerns over potential conflicts of interest.

Mar 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Donald Trump's War Against Iran Worries Undecided Voters Ahead of US Legislative Elections

Donald Trump's conflict with Iran is causing concern among undecided voters in the United States as they prepare for the upcoming midterm elections.

Mar 21 • 20:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Minimum wage in Texas: there are four bills at stake that would change workers' salaries

Four proposed bills in Texas aim to raise the minimum wage from the current $7.25 to $18 per hour, although none have progressed in the legislative process yet.

Mar 21 • 14:42 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Paweł Rochowicz: In the relation between the tax office and the taxpayer, it is better to create good regulations than to flip a coin

The Polish government is proposing a legislative reform to tackle both tax fraud and the misuse of procedural tricks by tax authorities, aiming for more equitable tax regulations.

Mar 21 • 13:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

We know how Poles evaluate Karol Nawrocki's use of veto power

A recent assessment reveals Polish citizens' views on President Karol Nawrocki's application of his veto power regarding legislative decisions.

Mar 21 • 07:39 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Hubig Aims to Combat AI Nude Photos – Legislative Proposal Almost Finished

German Minister of Justice Stefanie Hubig plans to introduce a new law that would make the creation and distribution of AI-generated nude images and pornography, known as deepfakes, illegal.

Mar 21 • 07:32 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Social Democrats Propose More Cases Where Parents Who Neglect Their Children Should Not Have Right to Maintenance

Lithuanian politicians are proposing legislative changes to outline specific scenarios where parents neglecting their children would lose their rights to maintenance.

Mar 21 • 07:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Gambling Addiction: The Brazilian Example

The article discusses the rise of gambling addiction in Argentina, highlighting the impact of legalized online gambling, particularly among the youth, and the stalled legislative efforts to regulate it.

Mar 21 • 03:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

How is the reform to eliminate 'golden pensions' going? Initiative reaches Congress for analysis

The initiative to eliminate 'golden pensions' has reached the Chamber of Deputies in Mexico, as deputy Ricardo Monreal outlines its legislative path.

Mar 21 • 01:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Founder of Oncomed receives Dante de Oliveira Commendation at ALMT

Dr. Cristina Guimarães Inocêncio, a clinical oncologist and director at Oncomed, received the prestigious Dante de Oliveira Commendation from the Mato Grosso Legislative Assembly for her contributions to patient care and oncology.

Mar 20 • 18:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alepa in focus: stay up to date with the highlights of the legislative power

The article discusses the recent activities of the president of the Legislative Assembly of Pará, Deputy Chicão, focusing on his efforts in infrastructure, housing, and engagement with the productive sector.

Mar 20 • 15:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Discussion on Preliminary Review of Constitutional Appeals Intensifies... "Could Paralyze Institutional Functions, Legislative Revisions Needed"

The Constitutional Court of Korea is discussing specific criteria and the composition of panels for preliminary reviews of constitutional appeals related to court decisions.

Mar 20 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Oviir: ERJK Needs New Tools from Legislators

Liisa Oviir, chair of the Election Funds Oversight Committee (ERJK), emphasizes the need for legislative tools to enhance the committee's oversight effectiveness as the current term is set to end.

Mar 20 • 11:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The 'Shitification' of the Internet: What Can We Do to Avoid Navigating in a Garbage Dump

The article discusses the deterioration of internet services, termed 'shitification', and criticizes the legislative environment in Europe that enables the proliferation of poor-quality online content.

Mar 20 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Referendum, a turnaround on the right: 'There is no vote on current affairs'

Giorgia Meloni emphasizes the need for legislative power over justice matters in Italy's upcoming referendum, stating that parliament should not be halted by external pressures.

Mar 20 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

CIEE plans whistleblowing in Congress to save 500,000 young apprentice positions

CIEE is initiating a digital campaign and a protest at Congress to protect 500,000 positions in the Young Apprentice program from potential legislative changes.

Mar 19 • 22:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Alesp says that the opinion of deputies is inviolable when commenting on 'black face' case

The São Paulo Legislative Assembly affirmed that deputies are protected by the Constitution to express their opinions, following a controversial incident involving a state deputy painting her body black in the plenary.

Mar 19 • 20:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

California moves to rename Cesar Chavez Day after recent sexual abuse allegations

California legislative leaders are proposing to rename Cesar Chavez Day to Farmworkers Day following new allegations of sexual abuse against Chavez.

Mar 19 • 17:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Correction to the Unfair Retirement Trap is Coming

Finland is set to address an unfair retirement loophole affecting early retirement pensions as the social and health committee considers legislative changes.

Mar 19 • 15:01 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lawmakers demand the dismissal of Fabiana Bolsonaro's mandate for blackface and transphobic remarks in plenary

Lawmakers in São Paulo are seeking the dismissal of state deputy Fabiana Bolsonaro for engaging in blackface and making transphobic comments during a legislative session.

Mar 19 • 14:39 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ukraine's parliament is delaying the execution of IMF-required homework for loan receipt

Ukraine's parliament is hesitating to approve tax reforms that are prerequisites for a €7 billion loan from the International Monetary Fund, as the government struggles to gain legislative support amid the difficult economic situation.

Mar 19 • 14:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Tarcísio sends a bill to Alesp for a 10% salary increase and career plan for police after pressure from the category

Governor Tarcísio de Freitas of São Paulo has sent legislative proposals for a 10% salary increase for military and civil police and changes to the civil police career plan following pressure from police representatives.

Mar 19 • 14:17 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Stavros Papastavrou: SYRIZA holds the Greek record for taxation

Environment and Energy Minister Stavros Papastavrou criticized SYRIZA in the Greek Parliament, emphasizing the party's record on taxation amidst ongoing discussions of a legislative act.

Mar 19 • 12:56 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Live | News from South Florida and Miami, today: latest updates from Thursday, March 19

This article provides live updates and coverage of current events impacting residents of South Florida and Miami, including weather and legislative news.

Mar 19 • 11:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Domański: we are building a capital market ecosystem, an additional 100 billion PLN by 2040

The article discusses Poland's strategy for developing its capital market ecosystem, with a focus on legislative initiatives and economic indicators that demonstrate growth and stability.

Mar 19 • 11:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Czarzasty responds to criticism from the President's Chancellery

Włodzimierz Czarzasty addresses criticism from the Presidential Chancellery by outlining the status of President's legislative proposals.

Mar 19 • 09:22 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Czarzasty: I did not assign a number to the 'Polish SAFE 0 percent' project

Włodzimierz Czarzasty emphasized the need for clarity regarding legislative proposals surrounding the 'Polish SAFE 0 percent' project, detailing the current status of various proposals put forward by the president.

Mar 19 • 09:22 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Riksdag is called back for extra sessions this summer

The Swedish Riksdag has been called back for extra sessions on August 12 and 13 to address legislative proposals before the election day on September 13.

Mar 19 • 08:38 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

MP: Mukesh Malhotra will remain Vijaypur MLA, relief from the Supreme Court

Mukesh Malhotra, Congress MLA from Vijaypur, Madhya Pradesh, received significant relief from the Supreme Court, maintaining his legislative position but with limited rights in the assembly.

Mar 19 • 07:59 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Activate the official parts office mode

Óscar Cantón Zetina, President of the Senate's Constitutional Points Commission, initially stated there would be minor changes to the electoral reform proposed by President Claudia Sheinbaum, only to later retract his statement, highlighting dysfunction in the legislative process.

Mar 19 • 07:35 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The 72 hours that prevented the collapse of the legislature in Catalonia

A last-minute agreement between the Catalan government and ERC has extended the budget negotiations, avoiding a potential legislative collapse.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Fiscal contest: deputy delegate of the Legislative will be reviewed by technical team

A technical team from the Citizen Participation and Social Control Council (CPCCS) will review the file of Jorge Espinoza Espinoza, the deputy delegate from the Legislative Function to the citizen selection commission overseeing the attorney general contest.

Mar 19 • 04:21 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Włodzimierz Czarzasty once again applies the 'Marshal's veto'. He returned another project to the president

Włodzimierz Czarzasty has exercised the 'Marshal's veto' again, returning a legislative proposal by the president to the parliament.

Mar 19 • 03:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Today in Parliament: The price cap for fuels - What the Legislative Act provides

The Greek Parliament is set to discuss a legislative act aimed at capping fuel prices amid ongoing global tensions in the Middle East and concerns over price gouging.

Mar 19 • 03:26 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Education Minister Yohei Matsumoto Says He Is Not Considering Setting an Explanation Venue Amid Continuing Reports of Extramarital Affair

Japan's Education Minister, Yohei Matsumoto, stated he is not planning to provide further explanations regarding his extramarital affair, which has hindered legislative discussions.

Mar 19 • 02:30 UTC

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