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The United States and Israel have launched coordinated military strikes against Iran, escalating tensions over Iran's nuclear and missile programs.

First Nation leaders in Nova Scotia claim recent budget cuts by the provincial government disproportionately affect Mi’kmaw programs designed to combat systemic inequalities.

TV Gazeta is restructuring its programming to include three new news broadcasts starting March 2 to improve audience ratings.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a funding initiative of 68 million dollars aimed at assisting nearly 1,300 households with various public aid programs.

The former head of a San Francisco nonprofit is accused of misappropriating over $1.2 million intended for homeless programs.

Trump's nominee for fraud czar, Colin McDonald, emphasizes Minnesota's anti-fraud efforts as a model for a new DOJ division aimed at combating fraud in taxpayer-funded programs.

Vice President JD Vance has announced a temporary halt to Medicaid funding in Minnesota, giving the state 60 days to address concerns over fraud in its social programs.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez are encouraging parents, regardless of immigration status, to enroll their children in free preschool programs.

A rally opposing federal gun prohibitions and buyback programs is set to take place in Quebec City, highlighting tensions between gun owners and government policies.

Canadian airports report an outage of the NEXUS and Global Entry programs due to the U.S. government shutdown, affecting travelers on U.S.-bound flights.

Scott Bowman, vice-chancellor of Charles Darwin University, has resigned due to a scandal affecting the accreditation of nearly 300 students in vocational programs.

The Department of Homeland Security has announced the suspension of TSA PreCheck and Global Entry programs due to an ongoing partial government shutdown.

The Mayors for a Guaranteed Income coalition criticized the cuts to federal aid programs, emphasizing the importance of state interventions to support economic stability amid ongoing economic hardships.

A new study reveals alarming rates of needle sharing among inmates in Queensland prisons, prompting calls for needle exchange programs to prevent disease spread.

Canadian Tire highlights its loyalty programs as a key factor in strong earnings amidst shifting consumer habits and economic challenges.

New Brunswick faces a record $1.3 billion deficit, prompting the government to consider significant cuts to services and programs in the upcoming budget.

The Saskatchewan government is committing an additional $1.46 million to support programs aimed at addressing gender-based violence across the province.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul has announced a $20 million investment in youth programs aimed at enhancing community safety and preventing youth involvement in the criminal justice system.

Minnesota Democrats are pressing the federal government for reparations after a significant fraud incident involving taxpayer funds linked to social services programs.

The RTVE board has approved a counter-report challenging allegations of bias against two programs, requesting a retraction of previous conclusions made by the news council.

Sen. Josh Hawley accused Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison of failing to address allegations of fraud related to a scandal involving misappropriation of federal funds meant for child nutrition programs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has awarded a $1.98 million grant from the Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund to Prairie View A&M University to enhance advanced training programs in microelectronics.

The article covers various news snippets from Brazil, including political controversies, changes in social support programs, and ongoing criminal cases.

Governor Katie Hobbs of Arizona announced a $3 million initiative aimed at addressing the projected shortage of construction workers in the state by enhancing training programs and connecting residents to apprenticeship opportunities.

TV TEM Bauru provides information about upcoming public events and programs for debt negotiation in February 2026.

Investigations in Minnesota reveal significant fraud in welfare programs, leading to multiple scandals and highlighting issues in federal funding practices.

The Orange County Sheriff's Office is using drug money to fund an ice cream truck that distributes free treats to children in the community.

Fox Nation’s series examines Edward Snowden's controversial story, shaped by his leaks of classified information regarding government surveillance programs.

The article promotes the live broadcast of TV Bahia's news programs.

The Trump administration has announced the suspension of over 111,000 California borrowers linked to $8.6 billion in suspected fraud related to COVID-19 relief programs.

The Department of War announced the end of military education programs with Harvard University, as Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized the institution's 'woke' culture.

Rai's main news broadcasts have seen a drop in viewers over the last five months, while Mediaset's programs have gained audience share, indicating a shift in public preference for televised news.

The article discusses the impact of a creative music program in prison on inmates' lives and questions the sustainability of such programs after their conclusion.

Critics argue that recent Arctic weather revealed potential oversight failures and wasted taxpayer dollars in Biden's $8 billion electric bus subsidy programs.

Federal lawmakers are investigating the National Future Farmers of America regarding its partnership with a Chinese Communist Party-linked agribusiness, citing national security and tax-exempt status concerns.

Governor Kathy Hochul of New York announced a $4 million funding initiative to support workforce development programs in clean energy across the state, aiming for 70% of the energy to come from renewable sources by 2030.

Four individuals, including two Venezuelan citizens, exploited 115 stolen identities in a scheme defrauding over $1 million from food stamp and unemployment benefits programs.

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a $100 million federal investment to address homelessness, combat opioid addiction, and enhance public safety through treatment-focused recovery programs, as part of President Trump’s Great American Recovery Initiative.

A government-commissioned review reveals that Britain's national parks are perceived as unwelcoming and predominantly white, prompting authorities to initiate outreach programs for ethnic minority communities.

The article discusses the television ratings for programs and news bulletins preferred by viewers on Monday, February 2, 2026.

TV Liberal broadcasts its news programs, Jornal Liberal 1st and 2nd Editions, live.

Education experts express concern that Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan to scale back NYC's Gifted and Talented program may negatively affect high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds.

TV Bahia is hosting live broadcasts of its news programs.

The article provides live streaming options for watching news programs from TV Integração in Uberlândia.

Minnesota's extensive welfare fraud problem highlights systemic issues in the U.S. welfare system, where scammers have reportedly stolen around $9 billion from programs meant for low-income families.

Rep. Dave Min criticized the Minnesota fraud investigation as 'partisan and racist,' even as California faces scrutiny for its own high-risk programs.

Senator Josh Hawley proposes legislation for a special inspector general to combat federal program fraud after significant fraud was uncovered in Minnesota.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey acknowledges the reality of a significant fraud crisis in government programs while suggesting that more preventive measures could have been taken.

A Massachusetts federal judge has temporarily blocked the DHS from terminating Family Reunification Parole programs for migrants from seven countries, citing lack of proper notice to affected individuals.

U.S. officials are raising concerns about 'golden' visa programs that allow wealthy individuals to bypass security measures, citing risks associated with citizenship-by-investment programs.