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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Justice blocks assets of mayor, secretaries, and companies for suspected irregularities in Ourinhos' Fapi

A Brazilian court has blocked assets of the mayor, certain secretaries, and companies over alleged fraud and illicit enrichment linked to the Fapi event in Ourinhos.

Feb 27 • 18:17 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Arhinmäki and the shopping center manager in a peculiar word battle – "Hi Paavo"

Helsinki's Deputy Mayor Paavo Arhinmäki initiated a discussion about the use of the term 'Itis' concerning the Itäkeskus district, which led to a surprising response from the shopping center's manager.

Feb 27 • 18:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

TJMG condemns those investigated in Operation Joy Train in Guapé; ex-mayor receives a sentence of 17 years

The former mayor of Guapé, Nelson Alves Lara, has been sentenced to 17 years in prison as part of a corruption investigation involving public resource misappropriation in the municipality.

Feb 27 • 17:35 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Nice: The Final Showdown Between Éric Ciotti and Christian Estrosi, Two Rival Brothers

The article discusses the upcoming municipal elections in Nice, focusing on the rivalry between incumbent mayor Christian Estrosi and deputy Éric Ciotti, both prominent figures on the right.

Feb 27 • 17:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Prime Minister of Lithuania and the Mayor of Vilnius Comment on the Fire that Occurred Near the Airport on Thursday

The Prime Minister of Lithuania stated that there is currently no information suggesting that a significant fire in Vilnius was caused by sabotage, as investigations continue.

Feb 27 • 17:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Mayor of Itumbiara and grandfather was the first to see the grandchildren killed by their father, says police

Dione Araújo, the mayor of Itumbiara, discovered the bodies of his grandsons, allegedly killed by their father, after a troubling farewell post on Instagram was made.

Feb 27 • 16:39 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

After 16 years, he wants to end the conflictual management style. Mayoral candidate Roman Vaľo explains how he wants to change Rimavská Sobota

Roman Vaľo, a current city council member and head of Progressive Slovakia in the region, is running for mayor of Rimavská Sobota, aiming to initiate significant changes after a long-standing leadership.

Feb 27 • 16:34 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Irkutsk Rejects Permit to Hold Protest Against Government Restrictions on Telegram

The mayor's office in Irkutsk has revoked a permit for a protest against government restrictions on Telegram, originally granted to the liberal Yabloko party, citing public safety concerns after the event gained social media attention.

Feb 27 • 16:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mining sector in MG blocks advances in environmental policy, says mayor of Juiz de Fora

The mayor of Juiz de Fora, Margarida Salomão, claims that the mining sector hinders progress in environmental policies in Minas Gerais amid recent environmental disasters.

Feb 27 • 16:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

News Overview: These are the News of the Day

Munich is facing various significant local events, including the mayor's re-election campaign, a notable literary reading on victim support, and an investigation into passenger treatment at the airport.

Feb 27 • 16:06 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Doris Raudsepp, who joined Isamaa, will start working at the Nõmme municipal government

Doris Raudsepp, who recently left the Reform Party and joined Isamaa, has been appointed as the deputy mayor of the Nõmme district.

Feb 27 • 15:51 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

New round Sergio Massa-Julió Zamora in Tigre: Ramos Padilla enabled the mayor's list

The judge Alejo Ramos Padilla has allowed the list presented by Tigre Mayor Julio Zamora for internal elections in the Justicialist Party, contradicting earlier decisions of the electoral board.

Feb 27 • 15:37 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Daniel Noboa reiterates reduction of violent deaths in Guayaquil by more than 30% after the arrest of Aquiles Alvarez

President Daniel Noboa announced a significant decline in violent deaths in Guayaquil following the arrest of Mayor Aquiles Alvarez, attributing a more than 30% improvement in security to this event.

Feb 27 • 15:16 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Mayor of Cape Town announces bid for DA party leadership

Geordin Hill-Lewis, mayor of Cape Town, has announced his candidacy to lead the Democratic Alliance as the party prepares for elections following the current leader's decision not to seek a third term.

Feb 27 • 14:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Aerial images show Peruíbe underwater; nearly 500 displaced

Aerial footage reveals significant flooding in Peruíbe, Brazil, prompting the mayor to declare a state of emergency as nearly 500 residents are displaced due to heavy rainfall.

Feb 27 • 14:36 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

New York Mayor urges Donald Trump to allocate $21 billion for affordable housing and infrastructure

New York's mayor is calling on Donald Trump to invest $21 billion in affordable housing and infrastructure in Queens, New York.

Feb 27 • 13:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

143-Year Anniversary Celebration of Barra Bonita Canceled Due to Cost-Cutting Measures

The 143-year anniversary celebration of Barra Bonita has been canceled by the local government in an effort to conserve public spending.

Feb 27 • 12:40 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Strasbourg: Threatening Graffiti Found on the Campaign Office of Green Mayor Jeanne Barseghian

Threatening anti-democratic graffiti was discovered on the campaign office of Strasbourg's Green Mayor Jeanne Barseghian.

Feb 27 • 12:04 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bavaria's oldest mayor: "The desire to shape has always been there"

Bavaria's oldest mayor, Siegfried Luge, reflects on his 30 years in office in Eching am Ammersee as he prepares to step down at the age of 82.

Feb 27 • 12:03 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former aide of the mayor of Manaus paid for tickets in cash, says arrested man in operation against the CV

A businessman claimed that a former aide to the mayor of Manaus paid for travel expenses in cash during a police operation targeting the Comando Vermelho.

Feb 27 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Mamdani requested 21 billion dollars from Trump for New York

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with President Donald Trump to request $21 billion in federal funding for affordable housing and infrastructure projects.

Feb 27 • 11:57 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

N. Cesiulis who met with I. Ruginiene: there's no way for us with R. Žemaitaitis, the cup of patience is already overflowing

N. Cesiulis, the mayor, expressed his concerns about the political situation in Lithuania, indicating a breakdown in relations with R. Žemaitaitis and suggesting that patience is running out.

Feb 27 • 11:16 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Nerijus Cesiulis agrees that the situation at Alytus gymnasium should be resolved legally

Lithuanian Mayor Nerijus Cesiulis supports resolving the situation at Alytus Gymnasium through legal channels, echoing the Prime Minister's stance.

Feb 27 • 11:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New York Mayor Requests $21 Billion from Trump for Housing and Infrastructure

New York's Democratic Mayor Zohran Mamdani requested $21 billion from President Trump for affordable housing and infrastructure projects during an unannounced meeting at the White House.

Feb 27 • 11:06 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Irkutsk Police Arrest Mayor of Town Where Residents Have Gone Weeks Without Heating and Water

The mayor of Bodaybo, a town in Siberia, was arrested amid ongoing critical public service failures where residents lacked heating and water for weeks.

Feb 27 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Municipal Election in Dachau: What the Dachau Mayor Candidates Want to Do for the Economy

The article discusses the candidates for Mayor of Dachau as they engage in their final public debate before the upcoming municipal election, focusing on their economic plans.

Feb 27 • 10:34 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

After the huge fire in Vilnius – V. Benkunsko's reaction

Vilnius Mayor V. Benkunsko expressed that authorities are still investigating the cause of a massive warehouse fire without jumping to conclusions about potential sabotage or threats to city safety.

Feb 27 • 09:54 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

ICE releases Columbia student from custody after Trump-Mamdani talks

US President Trump consented to release a detained Columbia University student following an intervention by New York Mayor Mamdani.

Feb 27 • 09:23 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Valdas Benkunskas: there is no danger from the fire on Eišiškių Street, air pollution has dispersed

The mayor confirmed that there are currently no dangers from the fire on Eišiškių Street and that the air pollution has dissipated.

Feb 27 • 09:14 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Mayor Adams' 'virtual newspaper' gift brings a big smile to Trump... the second meeting already

New York Mayor Eric Adams met with President Donald Trump for the second time, discussing housing plans and addressing immigration concerns.

Feb 27 • 09:12 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Due to the situation at Alytaus Gymnasium, the Prime Minister will meet with the Mayor, urging to find a solution in court

The Prime Minister of Lithuania is set to meet with the Mayor of Alytus to address the dismissal of a teacher at Alytaus Adolfo Ramanausko-Vanago Gymnasium amid public outcry.

Feb 27 • 08:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Prosecutor's Office has approached the court regarding Zarasai Mayor Nijolė Guobienė's 'checks'

The Prosecutor's Office of Lithuania has filed a lawsuit against Zarasai Mayor Nijolė Guobienė, seeking to recover €10.9 thousand due to alleged unjust enrichment.

Feb 27 • 08:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

How a Snowball Fight in NY Became a Dispute Between Socialist Mayor and the Police

A snowball fight in New York escalated into a conflict between Mayor Zohran Mamdani and the NYPD after some participants reportedly threw snowballs at police officers.

Feb 27 • 08:04 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Take a look at Peđa Grbin's move in the center of Pula: Citizens continue to mock him

Pula's Mayor Peđa Grbin has resurfaced a key street in the city, sparking mockery from local citizens who expected a more culturally respectful approach.

Feb 27 • 08:04 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Prosecutor requests the court to recover nearly 11 thousand euros from the mayor of Zarasai

The prosecutor's office is seeking to recover almost 11,000 euros from the mayor of Zarasai due to questionable expenses claimed for fuel.

Feb 27 • 08:03 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

United States: Release of a Student Detained by ICE After Meeting Between Mamdani and Trump

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani reports that Donald Trump authorized the release of a Columbia University student detained by ICE under dubious circumstances.

Feb 27 • 07:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Hong Jun-pyo supports President Yoon's real estate policy, stating that money from real estate will raise the KOSPI

Former Daegu Mayor Hong Jun-pyo expressed support for President Yoon's real estate policies, suggesting that money invested in real estate could positively impact the stock market in South Korea.

Feb 27 • 06:16 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal 2026: In Beausoleil, the unlikely confrontation between the Spinellis, father and son

In Beausoleil, a small town near Monaco, a surprising election battle is unfolding between incumbent Mayor Gérard Spinelli and his son Nicolas, who aims to unseat him.

Feb 27 • 06:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Scandals and a campaign among the homeless: Rachida Dati, the most controversial and resilient candidate for the mayoralty of Paris

Rachida Dati has stepped down from her role as Minister of Culture to focus on her campaign for the mayor of Paris, engaging directly with homeless individuals to highlight her commitment to their issues.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The letter (spot) from the mayor to the 14,000 municipal employees

The mayor of Milan, during a recent communication to 14,000 municipal employees, seems to focus on self-promotion following the Winter Olympics, drawing criticism for attempting to overshadow past inefficiencies.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Carrió got involved in the AFA scandal and attacked a Peronist mayor from Greater Buenos Aires: 'Pilar is on its way to becoming a very mafia-like place'

Elisa Carrió criticized AFA and linked political figures in a corruption scandal involving Argentine football.

Feb 27 • 01:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Mamdani and Trump, closer than ever: the agreement that benefits thousands of migrants in New York

Zohran Mamdani, the mayor of New York City, met with President Donald Trump to discuss housing initiatives that could aid migrants in the city.

Feb 27 • 01:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former Chief of Staff of the Mayor of Manaus Moved Over R$ 1.3 Million to Phantom Company

Anabela Cardoso Freitas, the former chief of staff of Manaus' mayor, has been implicated in moving over R$ 1.3 million in cash to a phantom travel agency as part of a police investigation into illicit financial activities.

Feb 26 • 23:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

After allegations, Nunes dismisses Deputy Secretary of Tourism; president of SPTuris leaves office

São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes has dismissed Deputy Secretary of Tourism Rodolfo Marinho da Silva following allegations of his links to a controversial advertising agency with municipal contracts.

Feb 26 • 22:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'A Productive Meeting...', Meeting between Zohran Mamdani and Donald Trump in the White House

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani had a surprising meeting with President Donald Trump at the White House, describing it as focused and constructive, even though it was not publicly scheduled.

Feb 26 • 22:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Confirmed the conviction of a mayor behind the licensing of a cabaret in an oil area

The Supreme Court of Argentina has upheld the five-year prison sentence for former mayor David Bravo for his involvement in human trafficking related to cabarets in La Pampa.

Feb 26 • 22:13 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Denver mayor orders ICE agents detained if they ‘assault or shoot’ residents

Denver's Mayor Mike Johnston has issued an executive order to detain ICE agents who use excessive force against civilians.

Feb 26 • 21:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Mamdani meets again with Trump at the White House in a 'productive meeting' to address the housing issue in New York

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani met with President Donald Trump to discuss the housing crisis in New York City, calling the meeting 'productive.'

Feb 26 • 21:35 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Donald Trump reportedly promised to release Columbia University student, according to Mayor Zohran Mamdani

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani claimed that President Donald Trump promised the immediate release of a detained Columbia University student after their meeting at the White House.

Feb 26 • 21:22 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news in New York: a Columbia student detained by ICE will be released after an unexpected meeting between Mamdani and Trump

A Columbia University student detained by ICE will be released following a surprise announcement by President Trump during a meeting with Mayor Zohran Mamdani.

Feb 26 • 20:44 UTC

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