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🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Milei's labor reform was approved in Argentina - allows even 12-hour workdays

Argentina's Congress has approved a labor reform pushed by President Javier Milei that permits 12-hour workdays and restricts severance pay and the right to strike.

Feb 28 • 02:51 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Denmark to crack down on Ukrainians

Denmark plans to halt temporary residence permits for Ukrainian migrants from relatively safe regions and restrict entry for draft-age men.

Feb 27 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court suspends demolitions and new buildings in SP for seeing flaws in zoning review

São Paulo's court has temporarily halted the issuance of permits for demolitions and new constructions due to issues in the zoning law revision process.

Feb 27 • 14:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
World

The US Embassy allows its employees to leave Israel due to security risks

The US Embassy in Israel permits non-essential staff to leave the country due to escalating security risks.

Feb 27 • 12:23 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

The EU Commission allows the Mercosur agreement to come into effect for the time being

The EU Commission permits the Mercosur trade agreement to come into effect while awaiting review by the EU Court.

Feb 27 • 11:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

A small municipality reports on the aftermath of the 'yard sauna law': workload increased, revenues dropped by tens of thousands

A new construction law in Finland has led to a significant decrease in the number of building permit applications, resulting in financial losses for small municipalities like Siuntio.

Feb 27 • 07:04 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Court of Justice suspends demolitions and new buildings in São Paulo

The São Paulo Court of Justice has temporarily suspended permits for demolitions and new constructions in the city based on recent legal challenges regarding zoning laws.

Feb 27 • 01:14 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

The Tidö dispute over migration is a tricky balancing act for Kristersson

The article discusses the tensions within the Tidö collaboration regarding permanent residency permits in Sweden.

Feb 26 • 18:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

The UN demands that the Taliban revoke the penal code that legalizes violence against women

The UN calls for the Taliban to repeal a recently enacted penal code that permits violence against women and to adhere to international human rights obligations.

Feb 26 • 14:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bombinhas (SC): Federal Police investigates fraud in illegal constructions in a paradise destination

The Federal Police launched an operation to investigate fraud in construction permits in Bombinhas, a renowned tourist spot in Santa Catarina, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 11:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court orders bar to pay R$ 70,000 for crowding and breach of pandemic rules in Caraguatatuba

A bar in Caraguatatuba, Brazil, has been fined R$ 70,000 for violating pandemic regulations by allowing large gatherings and operating without the necessary permits.

Feb 26 • 07:01 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: 80% of Joburg Trading Permits Uncollected - South African News Briefs - February 26, 2026

The City of Johannesburg reports that 80% of trading permits issued have not been collected, causing challenges for local traders who face eviction by authorities.

Feb 26 • 05:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spain will have veto power over residency permits in Gibraltar

Spain will have the authority to veto residency permits in Gibraltar under a new treaty between the EU and the UK post-Brexit.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A hard blow for migrants: USCIS asks those with pending asylum to wait a whole year to be able to work

USCIS has proposed to temporarily suspend work permits for individuals with pending asylum claims, citing a backlog of over 1.4 million applications.

Feb 26 • 00:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ferry transport suspended due to lack of provisional releases from the Navy in MG

Ferry transport in Morada Nova de Minas, Brazil, has been suspended due to expired operational permits from the Brazilian Navy, impacting local residents' daily lives and businesses.

Feb 25 • 20:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Permits Under Fire from Heavyweights. And a Change is No Longer Science Fiction

The article discusses issues related to the authorization of permits, highlighting the obstacles faced and the potential for changes in regulation.

Feb 25 • 06:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

The Peculiarity of VIP Fishing Permits. How the VIP Fishing Permit System Works

The article discusses the operational aspects and unique features of the VIP fishing permits system in Czechia.

Feb 25 • 04:59 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

UK to enforce electronic travel permit for visitors from 85 countries or face travel ban

The UK will introduce mandatory electronic travel permits for visitors from 85 countries starting February 25, 2024, requiring them to apply online and pay a fee to avoid travel bans.

Feb 24 • 23:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Paulistana Times Square': Bright Screens in the Center Approved by Heritage Agency

The 'Paulistana Times Square' project, which aims to install large LED screens in downtown Sao Paulo, has received approval from the city's heritage agency, although further permits are still required.

Feb 24 • 19:38 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Daugavpils City Council Suspected of Using Advertising for the Companies of the Official's Husband

The Daugavpils City Council is under suspicion of issuing unjustified environmental advertising permits to companies owned by the husband of the department head, prompting an audit.

Feb 24 • 15:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Police made a social media update that should not be made

The Oulu police department in Finland creatively reminded citizens about gun permits on Facebook, despite restrictions on discussing firearms.

Feb 24 • 12:55 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Significant shortcomings in the issuance of work permits

A new review reveals serious lapses in Sweden's issuance of work permits, particularly for employers deemed dubious, raising concerns about fair competition and labor exploitation.

Feb 24 • 11:09 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Customs Vows to Surpass N9trn Target With Automation

The Nigeria Customs Service is aiming to exceed its revenue target of N9 trillion through the automation of licenses and permits.

Feb 24 • 09:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From April 2026: The 365-Day Rule Returns for Initial Work Permits in the U.S.

The Trump administration is reinstating a 365-day waiting period for asylum seekers to receive work permits starting in April 2026.

Feb 24 • 08:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Damning Probe Into Home Affairs Names 'Prophet' Bushiri

An investigation by South Africa's Special Investigation Unit reveals widespread corruption in Home Affairs, implicating figures like Shepherd Bushiri in securing residency permits through bribery and deception.

Feb 24 • 05:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Officials, Directors, Diplomats. Hundreds of People Catch Fish on State VIP Permits

An article discussing how various officials and diplomats in Czechia are using special VIP permits for fishing, highlighting issues of privilege and accessibility.

Feb 24 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

SD source after L's statement: 'Has committed'

There is a disagreement between the Swedish Democrats and the Liberals regarding the reform to revoke permanent residence permits, with the SD emphasizing prior agreements in the government budget.

Feb 23 • 20:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The sauna boom is now spreading in Finland like an itch – here's why

The sauna market in Finland has seen rapid growth, particularly in the sales of small saunas, following a new construction law that allows the building of small structures without permits.

Feb 23 • 18:35 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

KD leader on L's shame: 'He's responsible for that'

The leader of the Christian Democrats comments on the Liberal Party's refusal to revoke existing permanent residency permits amidst ongoing migration debates in Sweden.

Feb 23 • 18:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Politicians and celebrities as VIP fishermen. They receive permits without rules

A report highlights that politicians and prominent figures in Czechia are granted fishing permits without adhering to common regulations.

Feb 23 • 04:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

L does not want to revoke permanent residence permits

The leader of the Swedish Liberal Party, Simona Mohamsson, opposes the proposal to revoke permanent residence permits, expressing concern about the potential insecurity it could cause for individuals.

Feb 22 • 21:28 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Disabled, everything changes for car permits: the new platform and the Cude

The Italian government is implementing a new national system to streamline car permit processes for drivers with disabilities, aiming to facilitate their mobility across the country and within the EU.

Feb 22 • 13:09 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Two cities ban 'therian' events in public spaces

Authorities in Comayagua and La Ceiba, Honduras, have denied permits for public 'therian' events due to concerns over their social media presence.

Feb 21 • 21:08 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Trump Administration Aims to Restrict Work Permits for Asylum Seekers

The Trump administration has proposed a rule that could halt work permits for asylum seekers for several years, marking a significant shift in the U.S. asylum process.

Feb 20 • 23:58 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'A promise is a debt': The US could suspend work permits for asylum seekers for years

The US immigration authority proposes a regulation that could suspend work permits for asylum seekers, potentially for many years, in order to deter fraudulent applications.

Feb 20 • 21:31 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Repparfjord protesters sentenced to pay fines

Four activists have been sentenced to fines ranging from 9,600 to 11,600 Norwegian kroner for blocking access in protest against mining permits in Repparfjord.

Feb 20 • 20:26 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Construction volumes may start to grow this year

Estonian construction companies experienced a decline in activity last year, but increased building permits suggest a potential growth in construction volumes this year.

Feb 20 • 17:09 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

$100 Permits and Insurance: Miami Beach's Plan to Regulate the Invasion of Robots in Tourist Areas

Miami Beach is implementing a regulatory plan involving $100 permits and mandatory insurance for autonomous delivery robots due to congestion and safety concerns in tourist areas.

Feb 20 • 14:28 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'You can hit until a bone breaks...', a new law in this country allows husbands to beat their wives

A new law in Taliban-controlled Afghanistan permits husbands to physically abuse their wives, stipulating that injuries must not result in broken bones or open wounds.

Feb 20 • 11:16 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Housing Construction in Rostock: It Takes Ten Years to Obtain a Building Permit

In Rostock, obtaining a building permit for housing construction takes about ten years, highlighting inefficiencies in urban development processes.

Feb 20 • 10:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After the Federal Police denied arms carrying for the Municipal Force, the city hall sets restrictions

The city hall of Rio de Janeiro has implemented restrictions on arms carrying permits following the Federal Police's denial of the mayor's request for all members of the Municipal Force to carry firearms.

Feb 20 • 10:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Court suspends permits for the construction of buildings on the coastline of Salvador due to risk of environmental damage

A federal court in Brazil has suspended building permits for the Infinity Blue and Infinity Sea projects in Salvador due to environmental concerns.

Feb 19 • 23:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Law allowing internship for foreign medical students comes into effect in AC

A new law in Acre, Brazil, permits foreign medical students to undertake internships in state-run healthcare facilities following its approval and publication.

Feb 19 • 22:36 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

She wanted to travel with her dog, she couldn't, and because of the decision she made, she ended up in jail

A woman in Las Vegas was arrested for abandoning her dog at the airport after being denied boarding due to lack of necessary permits.

Feb 19 • 20:51 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Before April 20: Mikie Sherrill's Announcement and Next Steps for New Businesses in New Jersey

Governor Mikie Sherrill announced new initiatives aimed at boosting businesses in New Jersey, including a review of permits and the establishment of a monitoring panel, to be completed before April 20.

Feb 19 • 18:17 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Jimmie Åkesson backs down – migration laws may be delayed

Swedish Democratic leader Jimmie Åkesson is considering postponing the contentious issue of revoking permanent residency permits, suggesting it could become a campaign topic instead.

Feb 19 • 17:58 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Åkesson backs down: Controversial migration law may wait until after the election

The Swedish Democrats' plan to revoke permanent residency permits for up to 185,000 individuals may be delayed until after the upcoming election due to disagreements among the Tidö parties.

Feb 19 • 14:27 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Former Mayor Arrested on Suspicion of Receiving 5 Million Yen Bribe in Hanno City, Saitama Prefecture

Former Hanno City Mayor Katsuyoshi Okubo has been arrested on suspicion of accepting a 5 million yen bribe related to land development permits.

Feb 19 • 10:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

These are the changed laws behind deportations

The article outlines recent legal changes in Sweden affecting the deportation cases of children and young adults.

Feb 19 • 10:39 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

"Children Follow Their Parents First in Deportation"

Sweden's migration policy is under scrutiny as cases emerge of children facing deportation despite their parents holding residence permits.

Feb 19 • 08:50 UTC

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