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A recent ZDF Politbarometer shows that a significant majority of Germans support a proposed legal ban on social media for children under 14, with 81% in favor.

The Social Democratic Party led by Mette Frederiksen in Denmark is gaining momentum in the polls ahead of the March 24 elections, positioning itself close to achieving an absolute majority in Parliament.

The IB programs at Manglerud School and Blindern High School in Oslo have been saved from closure after a majority in the Storting calls for changes to the education law.

A survey conducted by researchers at the University of Latvia reveals that artificial intelligence tools have become commonplace in higher education, with the majority of educators and students using them in various academic tasks.

A new study reveals that the majority of unions between Neanderthals and modern humans during the Ice Age were between Neanderthal men and Homo sapiens women.

Lidl Lithuania plans to increase salaries for a majority of its employees by an average of 9% this year, with a budget allocation of around 8 million euros for wage increases by 2026.

Copenhagen City Hall's meeting room is set to be decorated with the Dannebrog, following a decision by a broad majority in the city's council.

A broad majority of Copenhagen's City Council has decided to decorate the council's meeting room with the Danish flag, Dannebrog, marking a significant symbol of national identity.

DBAG is negotiating the sale of its majority stake in the luxury real estate broker von Poll while also preparing two additional companies for sale.

In Buenos Aires, the number of property deeds has significantly decreased, indicating a retreat from mortgage financing amidst a depressed demand due to falling real wages.

A new genetic study reveals that during the interbreeding between Neanderthals and Homo sapiens, the majority of pairings involved human women and Neanderthal men.

The Argentine Senate approved the free trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union with a significant majority, although its implementation will face delays due to pending legal reviews in the European Union.

Tensions are escalating within the outgoing left-wing majority in Marseille, led by Benoît Payan, following the submission of candidate lists, with some officials leaving and forming their own lists due to harsh decisions.

The center-right coalition in Italy has submitted a new electoral law to Parliament, which includes provisions for a majority prize and a runoff election, prompting criticism from opposition leader Schlein.

The leader of the Kirchnerist bloc in the Argentine Senate, José Mayans, criticized Bartolomé Abdala for attempting to facilitate a fast-track vote on a trade agreement with the European Union, using provocative language to express his discontent with the lack of proper discussion.

A new Reuters/Ipsos survey reveals that while a majority of Americans favor the deportation of undocumented immigrants, they disapprove of the harsh tactics employed by former President Donald Trump.

Senate Majority Leader John Thune criticized congressional Democrats for their lack of support for war heroes and law enforcement during President Trump's State of the Union address, highlighting a significant political divide.

Evangelos Venizelos criticized the handling of wiretap cases in Greece, asserting that such issues cannot be deemed closed simply due to government wish or parliamentary majority.

The Hellenic Parliament's investigative committee into OPEKEPE concluded its five-month sessions with opposing reports from the ruling majority and opposition parties.

The shipping industry is largely reliant on fossil fuels, with a significant majority of new ships being constructed to run on oil or LNG rather than green alternatives.

The Christian Democratic Party (KrF) in Norway has secured a parliamentary majority for a proposal requiring schools to offer religious services during school hours.

The Christian Democrats (KrF) have secured a parliamentary majority for a proposal requiring Norwegian schools to offer church services during school hours.

The Italian government plans to present an electoral reform text soon, potentially before the upcoming referendum on career separation scheduled for March 22-23.

The Conservative Party in Norway has secured a majority to continue endorsing a controversial gender guide designed to assist public officials in respectfully interacting with transgender and non-binary individuals.

The amendment bill, which introduces the 'distortion of law' crime and expands the application of the espionage law, passed the National Assembly with a majority vote.

Italy's center-right coalition has reached an agreement on a new electoral law aimed at ensuring government stability, transitioning back to a proportional system with a majority bonus.

Shawne Merriman, former NFL player, lost control of his MMA company, Lights Out Xtreme Fighting, following a majority stake acquisition by Applied Real Intelligence.

The government is on the verge of achieving a two-thirds majority in the Senate, which raises questions about its ability to finalize appointments to the Supreme Court.

A majority of jobs are at risk at Fentimans following its acquisition by AG Barr, with proposals for 37 job cuts that could shut down the Northumberland site.

A report reveals that a majority of Australians are concerned about being victims of AI-enabled crimes, particularly deepfakes and hacking incidents.

A majority of Proline bettors anticipated the Olympic men's hockey final between the United States and Canada would be decided in overtime, which was indeed the case as the U.S. triumphed 2-1.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis presented a cohesive security plan at the 2nd Pre-Congress of New Democracy in Alexandroupoli, linking it closely to freedom and social prosperity.

Ramsay Santé, the leading French private clinic operator, faces a major upheaval as its majority shareholder plans to distribute its stake among shareholders, risking significant changes in ownership and potential instability in the French health sector.

Donald Trump delivered a theatrical State of the Union address, avoiding concrete plans for maintaining Republican majority in Congress amid declining popularity.

Justice Clarence Thomas critiques the Supreme Court's unanimous ruling for unnecessarily broadening legal precedent regarding communication between defendants and their attorneys during trial recesses.

The Brazilian Supreme Court has a majority ruling to convict the Brazão brothers for orchestrating the murder of councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver Anderson Gomes.

Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković addressed the media following a parliamentary majority meeting, welcoming a new member and discussing tensions regarding recent behavior of some members.

Pope Leo XIV is set to visit four African countries in April, marking the first time a Catholic Church leader will travel to Algeria, a majority-Muslim nation.

Hellenic Post has issued a statement addressing concerns about delays in the delivery of cards associated with unemployment benefits, asserting that the majority of mail was processed correctly and on time.

The Labour Party in Norway has decided to support a proposal for a lobby register in the Storting, confirming majority support.

Enrico Schleiff has been re-elected as president of Goethe University Frankfurt by a narrow majority.

A majority of U.S. Supreme Court justices were absent from President Trump's State of the Union address following a ruling against his global tariff policy.

A survey indicates that a majority of Brazilian parliamentarians expect the Congress to overturn President Lula's veto regarding reduced penalties for those convicted of the events of January 8, 2023.

In 2025, a record 129 journalists were killed worldwide, with the majority attributed to actions by the Israeli state according to the Committee to Protect Journalists.

A recent survey indicates that a significant majority of Poles support the implementation of a nationwide ban on alcohol sales during night hours.

In Brazil, projections indicate that women will constitute the largest number of new thyroid cancer cases from 2026-2028, attributed to both hormonal factors and increased health awareness among women.

A majority of Finns express a lack of trust in the safety of elderly care according to a recent survey by Maaseudun Tulevaisuus.

Student council representatives from Röskva claim that the Vaka majority acted irresponsibly by proposing a no-confidence vote against the university rector based on incorrect information.

The ruling party in Argentina is optimistic about gaining a majority in the National Audit Office (AGN) with the appointment of new auditors.

Severe rains in Southeast Brazil have resulted in at least 28 fatalities, with the majority occurring in Minas Gerais, where emergency measures have been declared due to extensive damage and loss of life.