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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

End of 6x1 shift would have the greatest impact in the South, followed by Southeast and Northeast, says CNI

The South of Brazil would be the region most affected by increased costs if the proposal to eliminate the 6x1 work shift is approved, according to a study by the National Confederation of Industry (CNI).

Feb 27 โ€ข 15:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: Let the introductory course for learner drivers remain

A traffic educator argues against the proposal to eliminate the introductory course for learner drivers, citing its positive impact on education and road safety.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Researchers Criticize Proposal for Saimaa Fishing Ban: Experts Were Not Consulted โ€“ Here's the Author's Response

Researchers have criticized a proposal from the Eastern Finland Centre for Economic Development regarding fishing restrictions aimed at protecting the Saimaa ringed seal, stating that experts were not consulted during the preparation.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

N. Farandouris: European Exclusive Economic Zone in the Mediterranean is the answer to threats

The proposal for a 'European Exclusive Economic Zone' in the Mediterranean was discussed in the European Parliament, emphasizing the need for a unified response to geopolitical threats.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Extend agricultural product agreements for a year

This article discusses the proposal to extend agricultural product agreements in Iceland for another year.

Feb 27 โ€ข 01:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Starting today, the Budget Committee will hold debates on zero consumption tax on food products and security

The Japanese Budget Committee will begin discussions on the government's budget proposal, focusing on issues like zero consumption tax on food and security measures.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

New rule may reduce in-person requirements for teacher training; measure is supported by the MEC

A new proposal by Brazil's Ministry of Education aims to decrease the in-person training requirements for future teachers, prompting critique from education specialists.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Helsinki halves meat and dairy procurement in schools and daycares

The Helsinki City Council has approved a proposal to halve the procurement of meat and dairy products in city food services by 2030, substituting them with plant-based foods.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

Czech Republic pushes for ETS system change, proposing price cap and further delay

The Czech Republic is advocating for adjustments in the ETS system, suggesting a price cap alongside a proposal for additional delays.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

The electoral reform as a fiscal prelude

The recent electoral reform proposal in Mexico is seen not just as a political system redesign, but as a strategic move towards addressing more complex fiscal discussions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 07:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

V. Aleknaviฤienฤ— supports the proposal to legally restrict concerts by performers appearing in Russia

V. Aleknaviฤienฤ— supports legal measures to restrict concerts of performers from Russia in response to geopolitical tensions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 06:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

The government ensures at the last minute that deported foreigners do not receive food vouchers

The Danish government is amending a food voucher proposal to prevent deported immigrants from receiving these benefits.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:04 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Proposing Property Tax on the Richest Danes

A proposal is being discussed to implement a property tax targeting the wealthiest individuals in Denmark.

Feb 25 โ€ข 11:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Restaurant Industry Opposes Zero Consumption Tax on Food, Government to Consider for 'Two Years'

Japan's restaurant industry opposes the government's proposal to implement a zero consumption tax on food for two years, arguing it could harm their business by driving customers to grocery stores.

Feb 25 โ€ข 10:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Proposal of โ€˜7 Core Valuesโ€™ for Integrated Education in Mega Regions

The article discusses the proposal of seven core values necessary for effective education integration in rapidly developing mega-regions in South Korea.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

The left doesn't know how to do the math: rejected on equal parental leave

A parliamentary proposal for equal parental leave was rejected, highlighting the economic irresponsibility of the left in Italy.

Feb 25 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Approval of Proposal for Expansion of Arms Exports by the Liberal Democratic Party's Executive Meeting

Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party has approved a proposal for expanding arms exports, allowing for changes in operational guidelines related to defense equipment transfers.

Feb 24 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Altinget
National & Local

Thousands of millionaire families in Copenhagen are set to receive food checks

Thousands of millionaire families in Copenhagen will soon receive tax-free food checks as part of a new proposal awaiting final approval.

Feb 24 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Association of fans proposes test match and gradual end of single fandom in SP

The National Association of Organized Fans (Anatorg) is preparing a formal proposal to gradually end the single fandom policy for matches involving certain Brazilian football clubs.

Feb 23 โ€ข 22:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

President Pavel will not veto the budget proposal for this year

Czech President Pavel has decided not to veto the proposed budget for the current year.

Feb 23 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The EU again postpones the emotionally debated 'Made in Europe' plans

The European Union has postponed the proposal for 'Made in Europe' plans due to opposition from several member states and high-ranking officials.

Feb 23 โ€ข 09:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฑ Haaretz
National & Local

Netanyahu's Election Year: Government Policy Halted by Trump, Europe, and American Jewry

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took an unusual step by canceling a government committee meeting that was set to discuss a controversial proposal regarding the sanctity of holy sites for Judaism.

Feb 23 โ€ข 04:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Proposal to Lower the Threshold for the Second Degree State Pension: Raising 3 Children Would Be Enough

A Lithuanian lawmaker proposes reducing the requirement for state pensions for large families from five children to three to better reflect demographic realities.

Feb 22 โ€ข 19:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

European proposal to delay vote on trade agreement with America

A European legislator has proposed to postpone the vote on the trade agreement with the United States due to changed legal conditions surrounding the deal.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

European Union: How much should Europe isolate itself?

The EU is debating a significant legislative proposal aimed at strengthening domestic industries, highlighting a conflict over its economic doctrine.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk N
National & Local

Eurobonds carry risks, but Europe needs them now

The article discusses the proposal for eurobonds made by the French president and its rejection by the German chancellor, highlighting the historical pattern of such discussions within the EU.

Feb 21 โ€ข 19:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ National Post
National & Local

How Alberta fell out of love with mass immigration

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith's recent proposal to limit immigration reflects a shift in policy amid a skilled worker shortage and changes in Canada's immigration system.

Feb 21 โ€ข 11:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 15min
National & Local

The Peasant and Greens Union proposes state pensions for parents raising three or more children

The Peasant and Greens Union in Lithuania has registered a proposal to allocate state pensions to parents who have raised three or more children.

Feb 21 โ€ข 10:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Proposal adjusting working hours is not in force, said the Minister of Labor

Ecuador's Minister of Labor, Harold Burbano, confirmed that the recent proposal to adjust working hours allowing for up to twelve hours of work in a day is not currently in effect.

Feb 20 โ€ข 20:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The Social Democrats Secure Majority for Chemical Castration in Sweden

The Social Democrats in Sweden have aligned with a proposal for the chemical castration of pedophiles, now holding the majority support in parliament.

Feb 20 โ€ข 12:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

S: Yes to chemical castration of pedophiles

The Swedish Social Democratic Party has expressed support for the proposal that pedophiles be subjected to chemical castration as a condition for their release from prison.

Feb 20 โ€ข 11:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
World

The Trump administration plans to build a military base in Gaza

The article discusses the Trump administration's proposal to establish a military base in Gaza, indicating a significant shift in U.S. foreign policy in the region.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Draft Proposal for Expanding Arms Exports by the Liberal Democratic Party Allows for Transfer of Jointly Developed Products to Third Countries

The Liberal Democratic Party of Japan has approved a draft proposal to expand arms exports, removing previous restrictions and allowing the transfer of jointly developed weapons to third countries.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Forssell on Teenage Deportations: Working on a Solution

Swedish Minister for Migration Johan Forssell announced that the government is working on a proposal to address teenage deportations, emphasizing the need for these youths to complete their schooling and build their futures in Sweden.

Feb 19 โ€ข 02:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

The right-wing in Switzerland has forced a referendum on a delicate issue

Swiss citizens are set to vote in a referendum on a proposal to cap the population at 10 million, a controversial issue pushed by the right-wing Swiss People's Party (SVP).

Feb 18 โ€ข 11:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

V. Kondratoviฤius on the joint initiative of the Ministry of Regional Development and the Ministry of the Interior: we have submitted a proposal

V. Kondratoviฤius announces the submission of proposals to improve regional policy in Lithuania, focusing on financial program administration and strategy development.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Schillerovรก presents a new form of EET

The proposal introduced by the minister is set to undergo a consultation process aimed at minimizing exceptions and combating the grey economy and tax evasion.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Bad news for tenants in Los Angeles: a halt to a law that sought to extend protection against evictions

A recent proposal in Los Angeles to extend tenant protections against evictions was rejected by the county's Board of Supervisors.

Feb 18 โ€ข 00:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The proposal to limit home care support for immigrants contained completely incorrect figures โ€“ According to the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health, the reason was haste

A draft law to limit home care support for immigrants released today included erroneous figures, prompting corrections from the Ministry of Social Affairs and Health.

Feb 17 โ€ข 14:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Goldman Sachs to discard diversity criteria for selecting board members, says newspaper

Goldman Sachs is considering eliminating diversity criteria in board member selection, following a proposal from a conservative group.

Feb 17 โ€ข 13:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

Proposal for Revocation of Protection Approved

A proposal aimed at revoking certain protections has been approved in Iceland.

Feb 16 โ€ข 16:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Voting on Teenage Deportations: "A Heavy Responsibility Lies with S and L"

The Social Insurance Committee will vote on a proposal aimed at stopping teenage deportations, urging Social Democrats and Liberals to support the initiative.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
World

Settlement Policy: Israel Approves Decision on the West Bank

The Israeli government has approved a controversial proposal facilitating land acquisition for settlers in the West Bank, prompting warnings from Berlin regarding potential violations of international law.

Feb 15 โ€ข 18:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Naftemporiki
National & Local

Debt Brake in the Constitution? An Untimely, Inappropriate, and Essentially Damaging Proposal

The article critiques the proposal for a constitutional debt brake in Greece, deeming it both ill-timed and potentially harmful.

Feb 15 โ€ข 05:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

"A Bomb Under Danish Climate Policy": New Oil Field Will Emit 47.5 Million Tons of CO2

A new oil field in Denmark is projected to emit 47.5 million tons of CO2, prompting calls from environmental groups for politicians to reject the proposal.

Feb 14 โ€ข 12:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Electricity prices fluctuate sharply โ€“ Surprising proposal from the Minister on Yle

Minister Sakari Puisto discusses the sharp fluctuations in electricity prices and proposes solutions during an interview on Yle.

Feb 14 โ€ข 09:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Altinget
National & Local

Professor has investigated the optimal number of students in school classes - and it is not 14, as Social Democrats suggest

A professor challenges the Social Democrats' proposal of a 14-student limit in classrooms, suggesting it may not be optimal based on research findings.

Feb 14 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Proposes temporary permission to send foreign prisoners out of the country earlier

Iceland's Minister of Justice has introduced a proposal to allow for the early release of foreign prisoners after serving only a third of their sentence, facilitating their deportation.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A Surprising Proposal from the Greens

Green party representatives in Finland proposed monetary compensation for reservists engaged in voluntary defense activities.

Feb 13 โ€ข 09:42 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Association of Medical School Professors Opposes Increase in Medical School Enrollment... "Adjust Enrollment Numbers to Reduce Expansion"

The Association of Medical School Professors in South Korea is opposing the government's proposal to increase medical school enrollment, advocating instead for adjustments to existing enrollment numbers until current students graduate.

Feb 13 โ€ข 08:17 UTC

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