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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The Ousted Apartment Chairman: Connection with a Man Who Disguised Himself as a Resident

A man falsely assumed the role of an apartment chairman in Osaka but was eventually ousted after residents uncovered discrepancies regarding his residency status.

Mar 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Christian Union and 'Lithuania - for Everyone' seek to unite into one political force

The Christian Union and 'Lithuania - for Everyone' political groups are planning to merge due to shared views on family, Christian values, and responsible governance.

Mar 23 • 08:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Combination of administration, culture, and tourism vs the need for residents' deliberation... How to utilize the current Gangwon Provincial Office?

Ahead of the June 3 local elections, the Gangwon provincial government proposes to repurpose the current provincial office building for administration, culture, and tourism, prompting calls from opposition parties for public deliberation on the plan.

Mar 23 • 07:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Subsidies for the Reconstruction of Local Roads are Unnecessary, According to the Supreme Audit Office

The Czech Supreme Audit Office has declared that subsidies aimed at the reconstruction of local roads are unnecessary.

Mar 23 • 07:24 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Mps-Mediobanca, Lovaglio's Break Compromises Rules and Stability

This article discusses the internal conflict at Mps-Mediobanca triggered by Luigi Lovaglio's controversial actions that challenge governance norms.

Mar 23 • 07:17 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

A residence election would be a simple reconciliation path in Skagafjörður

A local resident believes that holding a vote on the construction of a cultural house in Skagafjörður could address ongoing community disputes.

Mar 23 • 06:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The head of Czech Forests acted in favor of prominent figures. The company illegally covered his activities

The head of Czech Forests has been accused of acting in collusion with prominent individuals, with allegations that company activities were illegally concealed.

Mar 23 • 04:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: Seizure of suitcases containing two million dollars at Kinshasa airport

Security forces seized nearly two million dollars in cash hidden in two suitcases at Kinshasa's Ndjili International Airport, prompting an investigation into the origins of the money.

Mar 23 • 03:17 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

World Water Day: CSOs urge FG to prioritise women in resources management

Civil society groups in Nigeria are calling for the Federal Government to prioritize women's involvement in water governance as part of addressing the country's water crisis, coinciding with World Water Day's focus on gender and water access.

Mar 23 • 02:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027 election will be Nigerians versus APC – ADC chieftain, Rhodes-Vivour

Gbadebo Rhodes-Vivour, a chieftain of the African Democratic Congress, critiques Lagos State governance as a 'military democracy' while discussing his political aspirations and recent events.

Mar 23 • 01:20 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Continued leftist rule in France's two largest cities

Left-leaning parties maintain governance in Paris and Marseille amid disappointing results for far-right parties in French mayoral elections.

Mar 23 • 00:47 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In at least 15 provinces governors face salary conflicts and fiscal challenges

Governors in at least 15 provinces of Argentina are dealing with salary disputes and deteriorating fiscal situations due to declining revenue.

Mar 23 • 00:33 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

ICSAN Lagos elects Babatunde as chairman

Mr. Adebola Babatunde has been elected as the new Chairman of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators of Nigeria's Lagos State Chapter.

Mar 23 • 00:14 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Municipal Elections in France, Paris Stops the Right-Wing Wind. "A City Loyal to Its History"

In the recent municipal elections, Paris has maintained its left-wing governance, with Emmanuel Grégoire defeating right-wing candidate Rachida Dati.

Mar 23 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Eid-el-Fitr: Gombe emir lauds peace, unity among residents

The Emir of Gombe praised the state's leadership and progress during a traditional Eid-el-Fitr homage to Governor Muhammadu Yahaya.

Mar 22 • 23:51 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Gondwanan Jobs for Gondwanans

The article discusses various aspects of governance and political dynamics in Gondwana, focusing on recent electoral events.

Mar 22 • 23:05 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Results in Paris: The Second Round Map by District

The article reports on the results of the second round of municipal elections in Paris, detailing which candidates won in various districts.

Mar 22 • 22:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The New Heads of Local Governments Should Embrace a New Paradigm

A professor urges newly elected local leaders in South Korea to shift from a customer service mindset to a model of co-production with citizens.

Mar 22 • 20:22 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Socialist incumbent defeats far-right challenger in key Marseille mayoral election

Benoît Payan, the Socialist incumbent, secured victory in the Marseille mayoral election against far-right challenger Franck Allisio, reinforcing left-wing governance in the city.

Mar 22 • 19:50 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Results: Discover Who is Elected Mayor in Your Municipality Thanks to Our Search Engine

French voters participated in the municipal elections, with results available in real-time for the second round based on a dedicated search engine.

Mar 22 • 19:06 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Success in the state election: Schnieder wants to turn Rhineland-Palatinate "upside down"

The CDU leads in the Rhineland-Palatinate state election, potentially ending 35 years of SPD governance with Gordon Schnieder as the likely next minister-president.

Mar 22 • 19:04 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Soludo commits second term to God, seeks continued support

Governor Chukwuma Soludo of Anambra pledges his second term in office to God during a thanksgiving service, emphasizing the divine nature of his election and administration.

Mar 22 • 17:13 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

Voter turnout reaches 48.1% at 5pm in second round of municipal elections

Voter turnout in the second round of municipal elections in France reached 48.1% by 5pm.

Mar 22 • 16:52 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The stretch of road looked like after a bomb – The brothers who built houses in the area were made to pay

Two brothers were required to pay more than half of a 6,000 euro road repair bill after a local road association lost a dispute, resulting in unexpected legal fees amounting to 32,000 euros.

Mar 22 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

CM Dhami has divided the departments, know who got which ministry?

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has divided the departments following the cabinet expansion, retaining key portfolios for himself to maintain direct control over governance and law enforcement.

Mar 22 • 13:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Nawrocki's trap, the game about SAFE, the specter of expensive food. The new "Wprost"

Karol Nawrocki is increasingly refusing to sign legislation passed by the Sejm, raising concerns about the implications for governance and public policy in Poland.

Mar 22 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

French voters head to the polls in second round of local elections

French voters are participating in the second round of local elections, which is crucial for shaping governance at the municipal level.

Mar 22 • 10:05 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Helsingør Municipality Introduces Citizen Proposals

A majority of parties in the Helsingør city council support the introduction of citizen proposals, allowing residents to propose local issues directly to their politicians.

Mar 22 • 10:02 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Heightened Shareholder Rights Awareness... Will General Meetings Change?

The 2026 shareholder meeting season has commenced amidst rising awareness regarding shareholder rights and expectations for corporate behavior.

Mar 22 • 09:12 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

This Day in History. Lithuania Forced to Return the Klaipėda Region Back to Germany

Lithuania took control of the Klaipėda region in 1923, having previously been designated for international governance after World War I.

Mar 22 • 08:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Alive or Just a Face? Many Questions About Mojtaba Khamenei, Is the IRGC Running Iran

The new Supreme Leader of Iran, Mojtaba Khamenei, has not made a public appearance since his appointment, raising questions about his condition and the governance of the country.

Mar 22 • 07:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Tense elections in Slovenia: conservatives hope to return to power

Slovenians began voting on Sunday in tense parliamentary elections where conservatives led by Janez Janša aim to regain power after four years of center-left governance.

Mar 22 • 07:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A Moral Beacon among Financial Sharks: the Committee that Tells the Norwegian Fund Where Not to Invest (and has Caused Diplomatic Conflicts)

An independent committee advises the Norwegian sovereign fund on ethical investment by excluding companies that violate human rights, governance, or environmental standards, which has led to diplomatic tension.

Mar 22 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

DB Insurance Appoints Activist Fund's Nominee as Auditor, Marking the First Case in the Insurance Industry

DB Insurance has appointed an auditor nominated by an activist fund for the first time, setting a precedent in the insurance sector.

Mar 22 • 02:10 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: The Debate on Constitutional Reform Raises the Question of Adherence to Existing Rules

In the Democratic Republic of Congo, discussions on potential constitutional reform are overshadowing the more critical issue of adhering to existing legal frameworks, according to a recent Institute Ebuteli report.

Mar 22 • 00:42 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ekong slams CAF AFCON decision, FIFA verdict

William Troost-Ekong criticizes CAF and FIFA for governance issues in African football, highlighting that off-the-field disputes overshadow the sport.

Mar 22 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu’s early whistle

President Bola Tinubu has announced that political appointees intending to run for elective office in 2027 must resign by March 31, 2026, emphasizing the need for separation between governance and political campaigning.

Mar 22 • 00:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

CAN 2025: "The TAS offers more guarantees in neutrality and independence"

Michel Brizoua-Bi discusses the implications of Senegal's appeal against the CAF's decision to award Morocco the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations trophy.

Mar 21 • 22:08 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Presidential Election in Benin: Romuald Wadagni, Candidate of the Ruling Party, Presents His Governance Project

Romuald Wadagni, the ruling party's candidate for the upcoming presidential election in Benin, outlined his governance project in front of supporters in Cotonou.

Mar 21 • 18:54 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Brandenburg: A Touch of Woidke Would Benefit the SPD

The article discusses the relatively quiet yet effective governance of Dietmar Woidke, the long-serving SPD minister-president of Brandenburg.

Mar 21 • 18:51 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

“Hands off Czech Television.” A quarter of a million people protested against the government in Letná

A large protest in Letná, attended by a quarter of a million people, criticized Czech Prime Minister Babiš and his coalition partners over issues related to governance and environmental protections.

Mar 21 • 18:51 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Both the coalition and the opposition in Kohtla-Järve dissatisfied with each other's work

In Kohtla-Järve, both the coalition and the opposition express dissatisfaction with each other's efforts and approach to governance.

Mar 21 • 17:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"The inhabitants are divided": in Haute-Vienne, a mayor re-elected despite being charged with rape with a ban on appearing in his commune

Philippe Janicot has been re-elected as mayor of Boisseuil in Haute-Vienne despite facing serious allegations of rape, which has resulted in a divisive atmosphere in the community.

Mar 21 • 16:52 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
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The uproar over the new name for public transport: 'It reminds me of a pet's name'

Mikkeli's public transport system will officially adopt the name 'Katuri' after extensive public consultation and debate.

Mar 21 • 15:10 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Kristún announced increased cooperation between the state and municipalities

Kristún has announced plans to enhance collaboration between the state and local municipalities.

Mar 21 • 14:10 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Anambra LGs clash over renaming of street after ex-Commonwealth secretary general

Two local governments in Anambra State, Nigeria, are in conflict over the renaming of Limca Road to honor former Commonwealth Secretary-General Chief Emeka Anyaoku.

Mar 21 • 13:26 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The LSDP Kaunas branch nominates MP A. Radvilavičius for mayor

The LSDP Kaunas branch has nominated MP A. Radvilavičius to run for mayor, emphasizing a need for data-driven solutions and community engagement.

Mar 21 • 13:08 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Federal Government and Sokoto partnering to tackle insecurity — Governor

The Governor of Sokoto State announced a collaboration with the Federal Government to enhance security efforts against banditry in the region.

Mar 21 • 08:06 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

DRC: According to the Ebuteli Institute, "the practice of power has weakened the institutional balance"

The Ebuteli Institute in the Democratic Republic of Congo argues that discussions on constitutional revision may distract from more pressing issues related to the effective implementation of existing laws.

Mar 21 • 07:35 UTC

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