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🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

No change to the decision on patronage

The Norwegian Library Association has confirmed its decision to end its patronage with Crown Princess Mette-Marit, despite her recent statement.

Mar 20 • 15:28 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Amandus Festival Awaits Decision on Crown Princess's Patronage

The Amandus Festival in Lillehammer is currently awaiting a decision regarding the continued patronage of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, as discussions are set to take place among the board concerning her role.

Mar 20 • 09:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Wetherspoon says energy costs are up 80% as it announces 35 pub news

JD Wetherspoon is grappling with rising energy and wage costs amidst a decline in pub patronage but has reported a sales increase compared to pre-pandemic levels.

Mar 20 • 08:40 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Patrons and patronage

The article discusses the political dynamics surrounding Italy's upcoming referendum, highlighting the involvement of the CGIL union and the criticisms aimed at leftist parties and their tactics.

Mar 18 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Sylvia von Metzler: Patron, Friend, Host

Sylvia von Metzler, a prominent patron of arts and society in Frankfurt, celebrates her 70th birthday and is noted for her humility and networking skills.

Mar 18 • 07:02 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

- The values that have come to light are incompatible

The Norwegian Library Association has ended its patronage with Crown Princess Mette-Marit following revelations of her friendship with Jeffrey Epstein.

Mar 17 • 15:25 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Norwegian Library Association terminates patronage with Crown Princess Mette-Marit

The Norwegian Library Association has ended its patronage with Crown Princess Mette-Marit following concerns about her contact with Jeffrey Epstein.

Mar 17 • 15:22 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Greatest Friend of Libraries is President Alar Karis

Estonian President Alar Karis has been named the Friend of Libraries for 2025 by the Estonian Library Association for his support and patronage of literary events.

Mar 16 • 13:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

He Wants to Save Stockholm's Nightlife – But Does It Need Saving?

Jonas Naddebo, a political figure in Stockholm, raises concerns over the city's nightlife and the potential decline of nightclubs due to strict regulations and low patronage.

Mar 14 • 07:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Patronage, reading, and literary prestige

The announcement of the Aena Award for Hispanic American Narrative has sparked a significant cultural discussion about patronage in Spain and Latin America.

Mar 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

TV 2: The Norwegian Girls' Choir Wants to End Mette-Marit’s Patronage

The Norwegian Girls' Choir is seeking to end Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s patronage due to concerns related to her associations with Jeffrey Epstein.

Mar 12 • 15:01 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

TV 2: The Board of the Norwegian Girls' Choir is in favor of ending the Crown Princess's patronage

The Norwegian Girls' Choir Board has voted to end the Crown Princess's patronage, according to a letter sent to singers and parents.

Mar 12 • 15:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Luis Juez came out to support Milei's accusations against the patronage businessmen: 'Finally someone has the guts'

Senator Luis Juez endorsed President Javier Milei's criticism of 'patronage businessmen' during the Argentina Week event in Manhattan.

Mar 10 • 20:34 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

State Administration in the Era of Hlas: An Employee in Košice Doesn't Attend Work, Yet Receives Salary

The article reveals allegations of a state employee in Košice who has not attended work for six months but continues to receive a salary, highlighting issues of political patronage and nepotism.

Mar 9 • 17:25 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
World

Iran’s ideological state: faith, fear and favors fuel its vast propaganda and patronage network

The article discusses how Iran's leadership utilizes propaganda and religious ideology to shape the political views of its youth and maintain control over society.

Mar 7 • 11:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Government MPs want to abolish rules against 'political trafficking'

Czech government MPs are seeking to abolish regulations that prevent political patronage.

Feb 22 • 12:27 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

"Prenotopoli" in Taranto. Under Investigation by the Nas: One Million Practices

The Italian health authorities are investigating potential fraudulent appointment rescheduling in Taranto's health system, with suspicions of a patronage system allowing privileged access to medical services.

Feb 14 • 04:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Norwegian Library Association pauses Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s patronage

The Norwegian Library Association has put a pause on the patronage of Crown Princess Mette-Marit.

Feb 13 • 11:45 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Norwegian Library Association puts Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s patronage on hold

The Norwegian Library Association has decided to pause Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s patronage amid concerns regarding her connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 13 • 11:45 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Vienna Opera Ball dazzles 5,500 guests at Austria’s grand gala

The Vienna Opera Ball, a prestigious event held under the patronage of Alexander Van der Bellen, captivates 5,500 attendees with a blend of music, dance, and charity.

Feb 13 • 07:18 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Favors and Mozzarellas in Exchange for Appointments. Fico's 'Turnaround' Mortgaged by De Luca

The article criticizes Roberto Fico, the President of Campania, for failing to keep his promise to keep politics out of hospitals, amidst allegations of political patronage and corruption in hospital appointments.

Feb 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

“I found a wonderful girl for your next stay in Paris”: the disturbing friendship of two French musicians with Jeffrey Epstein

The article examines the complex connections two prominent French musicians have with Jeffrey Epstein, revealed in newly declassified documents.

Feb 11 • 22:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Laughter Between Marta Ortega and the King in Their Face-to-Face Meeting

Marta Ortega, the president of Inditex, and the King shared a light-hearted moment during their meeting at the annual meeting of the Royal Board of the Collections Gallery.

Feb 5 • 16:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Putting the Bell on the Cat

The article discusses the need to reduce public spending not just at the central government level but also at local governments, where political patronage is evident in the oversaturation of personnel in various offices.

Feb 5 • 13:30 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Another organization asks the palace for Epstein answers

The Norwegian Rheumatism Association requests clarification from the palace regarding Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s connections with Jeffrey Epstein before deciding on the continuation of her patronage.

Feb 5 • 10:37 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Another organization asks the Palace for Epstein answers

Several organizations under the patronage of Crown Princess Mette-Marit are requesting clarification on the Jeffrey Epstein emails before considering future collaboration with the Palace.

Feb 5 • 10:28 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Mette-Marit’s Collaborations at Risk – The Royal Family Remains Silent

Several organizations under the patronage of Crown Princess Mette-Marit are demanding an investigation into her connections with Jeffrey Epstein, which may affect their future collaborations with her.

Feb 5 • 09:48 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Life & Tech

A blood donation campaign will take place in the government

A blood donation campaign organized under the patronage of Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė invites ministers, government office staff, and guests to contribute, highlighting the importance of voluntary blood donation for the healthcare system.

Feb 4 • 05:22 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Meeting on the Crown Princess's Patronage

Today, the organization Sex og Samfunn will discuss Crown Princess Mette Marit's patronage of the 'Skamløsprisen' at a board meeting.

Feb 2 • 11:25 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Crisis Meeting on the Crown Princess's Patronage: - Will Make a Statement

Sex and Society is reassessing Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s patronage following her contact with Epstein, with various organizations acknowledging the seriousness of the issue while asserting it is too early to decide on the matter.

Feb 2 • 11:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Noelia García Pérez, professor of Art History: "Without the patronage of women, half of the rooms in the Prado would be empty"

Noelia García Pérez discusses the critical role of women's patronage in the arts, emphasizing that much of the Prado Museum's collection relies on their support.

Jan 12 • 23:01 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

After allegations against Weimer - Söder suspends patronage at the Economic Summit

Due to allegations of potential influence on politicians, Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder has suspended his patronage of the Ludwig Erhard Summit organized by the Weimer Media Group for 2026.

Jan 12 • 16:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Ludwig Erhard Summit: Söder's decision is right, but not far enough

Bavarian Prime Minister Markus Söder will not attend the Ludwig Erhard Summit this year, rejecting the patronage and state reception due to prior suspicions that the event may allow access to political power for a price.

Jan 12 • 14:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

After criticism of Culture Minister Weimer: Söder suspends patronage for Ludwig Erhard Summit

Bavaria's Prime Minister Markus Söder announced he will neither sponsor nor participate in the controversial Ludwig Erhard Summit this year, and there will be no accompanying state reception due to the criticisms.

Jan 12 • 12:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Sports

Nawrocki took patronage over the slalom. On the course… Duda

President Karol Nawrocki has taken honorary patronage of a charity skiing event in Zakopane that combines sports competition with support for people with disabilities, with former president Andrzej Duda also participating.

Jan 11 • 12:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Dead people voting and fake ballots. The patronage services are falsifying the referendum

The article discusses alleged electoral fraud involving deceased individuals voting and pre-printed ballots in a referendum regarding the separation of careers, implicating patronage services in the scheme.

Dec 27 • 04:00 UTC

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