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Ceará has introduced free collection points for genetic tests aimed at identifying rare diseases in public health.

A report highlights the health risks posed by mould in homes, particularly its severe effects on respiratory health and the necessity for early intervention.

The Charity Board has donated 52,000 vials of insulin, valued at $1.1 million, to Ecuador's Ministry of Health to support diabetes patients nationwide.

A public servant in Santo Antônio do Jardim, Brazil, was arrested for illegally selling and administering a weight loss drug at a health clinic using diabetic syringes.

Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with the stabbing of a 54-year-old man near Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia.

A Brazilian judge's comments during a Supreme Court trial revealed a significant disconnect between the judiciary and the general public, particularly regarding the issue of high public salaries.

The article discusses the public's distrust and dissatisfaction with the Brazilian judiciary system, highlighting perceptions of its elitism, corruption, and inefficiency.

A Virginia man, Abdul Jalloh, was charged with the murder of a woman he allegedly stabbed at a bus stop, and he has a long criminal record with many prior arrests.

A public library in Fairfax County, Virginia, hosted a Pride-themed reading event with local mayor as a guest reader to promote inclusivity for transgender and non-binary youth.

Shogo Harato has been appointed president of Kansai Mirai Bank, advocating for innovative approaches in banking.

A 77-year-old woman in Brazil is facing significant delays for necessary ear surgery at the Metropolitan Hospital, a concerning situation echoing the challenges of public healthcare access.

The federal government of Brazil has recognized the public calamity in Paraty due to severe flooding caused by heavy rains.

The city of Jundiaí is investigating a potential virus outbreak at a local school after two students were hospitalized with severe symptoms.

The Public Security Secretariat of Paraná signed a significant contract with Celepar on the eve of the company's planned privatization.

The city of São Paulo recorded a significant drop in rape and homicide cases in January, according to recent data from the Secretary of Public Security (SSP).

Piracicaba has launched a palliative care clinic within its public health system, catering to patients with severe and life-threatening illnesses.

The Agostinian School Nossa Senhora de Fátima celebrates its 62nd anniversary by inaugurating a fountain in a public area in Goiânia.

A court in Rio Grande do Norte has ordered the freezing of R$ 3.7 million to fund scoliosis surgeries for adolescents due to delays in the public health system.

Public utility rates for services like water, gas, electricity, and transportation in the Buenos Aires Metropolitan Area (AMBA) are set to rise starting March, affecting various income groups differently.

Supreme Court President Edson Fachin emphasized that public service career enhancements should not compromise the Judiciary's legitimacy amid rising criticism over judges' remuneration.

A tram derailment in Milan resulted in two fatalities and approximately 40 injuries as it crashed into a building.

The Brazilian Federal Court of Accounts has given a 15-day deadline for federal banks and the Ministry of Finance to disclose whether they have considered 'federalizing' the Bank of Brasília (BRB).

A tram accident in Milan, Italy, resulted in the deaths of two passengers and injuries to around 40 others, occurring shortly after the Winter Olympic events and during Milan Fashion Week.

A wall collapsed during a public housing construction project in Mooca, São Paulo, burying several parked cars but fortunately causing no injuries.

Stan Boardman has expressed disappointment after being uninvited from a literary festival due to concerns over his past comedy material.

A court in Rosario, Argentina, has mandated that past-due child support payments be collected through the local electricity bill to ensure compliance.

The Eglinton Crosstown LRT has achieved a 98% on-time performance rate during its initial weeks of service, significantly outperforming the Finch West LRT's performance.

Employees and parents of students are camping outside the city hall in Pilar do Sul, demanding reassessment of the public transportation conditions.

January saw significant reductions in both robberies and homicide-robberies across the state of São Paulo compared to the same month last year.

Cecília Leite, a 21-year-old from Palmas, Brazil, has been accepted into the medical programs of two federal universities after dedicating four years to her studies as a public school student.

A recent judicial ruling allows the continuation of a selection process for hiring temporary teachers in Taubaté, Brazil, maintaining scheduled tests despite prior suspension.

In Quito, clandestine street racing events, referred to as 'piques', have resurged, prompting the Metropolitan Transit Agency (AMT) to adjust their operations to combat this growing issue.

A tragic tram derailment in Milan has resulted in two fatalities and numerous injuries.

The Amapá governor has launched a public competition for indigenous education, offering 420 positions with salaries exceeding R$6,000 after a 20-year hiatus of such exams.

The Chief Judge of Ogun State urges judges to uphold the integrity of the judiciary and resist corruption during a public lecture commemorating the 50th anniversary of the state’s judiciary system.

The Alagoas government has announced a public competition for the position of Public Management Specialist with a salary of R$ 5,700.

Donald Trump has ordered the cancellation of all federal contracts with Anthropic amidst an ongoing conflict regarding AI security.

Two judges dismissed a complaint against the governor of Formosa, Gildo Insfrán, regarding the alleged diversion of public funds to the Justicialist Party.

The Nigerian House of Representatives asserts that the NNPC's equity stake in the Dangote refinery enhances national interest and accountability in Africa's largest industrial project.

The state of São Paulo reports its 53rd case of methanol poisoning, involving a 22-year-old woman from São Bernardo do Campo.

Samuel García, the governor of Nuevo León, faced criticism after mocking a woman who requested more schools at a public event.

A 33-year-old woman was shot and killed in a snack bar in Caucaia, a city in the Greater Fortaleza area of Brazil.

Four individuals have been arrested in Osun State, Nigeria, following a public panic caused by a concerning inscription that suggested the presence of bandits.

The Argentine Senate has approved a significant reform to the Juvenile Criminal Regime, lowering the age of criminal liability from 16 to 14 years, amidst substantial debate and public interest.

South Australia is bracing for potentially life-threatening flooding as the Bureau of Meteorology issues severe weather warnings and prepares the public with sandbags amidst an expected deluge.

In Rhineland-Palatinate, the Free Democratic Party (FDP) remains in power but faces the risk of being ousted from the state parliament due to low public support.

Surveillance cameras have been installed in the bathrooms of the Francisco Pereira Felício State School in Colinas do Tocantins, sparking significant public debate.

A man has been arrested in Brazil for killing and eating a pigeon in a public square, sparking outrage on social media.

North Korea recently held its Workers' Party Congress for the first time in five years, where Kim Jong-un emphasized new five-year plans but possibly concealed underlying public distrust.

The city of São José do Rio Preto, Brazil, has reported its first case of Mpox in 2026 involving a man in his 30s.