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A former social worker in Lithuania was fined and barred from holding public office for three years due to the abuse of their position and illegal collection of personal information.

Estonian real estate developer Liven is holding a shareholders' meeting on April 9 to seek approval for an initial public offering and listing on the Nasdaq Tallinn stock exchange.

The Spanish firm Indra faces increasing tension regarding its leadership as Sepi refrains from supporting CEO Ángel Escribano publicly, leading to significant stock market fluctuations.

Milena Laufer, the daughter of the mayor of Gramado Xavier, was dismissed from her position as Finance Secretary following concerns of nepotism raised by the Public Ministry of Rio Grande do Sul.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš faced questions regarding the financial details of his health clinics during parliamentary interpellations, with calls for transparency about the public health insurance payments received by his companies.

The Chinese Weichai Group has responded to concerns about its influence over Ferretti International Holding following comments regarding KKCG Maritime's partial voluntary public offering.

A man accused of beating his ex-girlfriend and holding her captive for three days was arrested in Cabo Frio, Brazil.

The Bahia Public Defender's Office is holding a public competition for defenders, offering 25 positions and an initial salary of R$ 29,421.

The Riigikogu's constitutional commission is holding a public session to discuss the establishment of an investigation commission concerning the criminal proceedings against police chiefs in Estonia.

The European Union is holding a competitive recruitment process for 1,490 officials, with an application deadline of March 10, offering attractive salaries of €6,000.

Two men were arrested in Itaquaquecetuba, Brazil, for allegedly holding a truck driver in captivity while three others fled the scene.

Sara Barquinero criticizes power abuses in her new campus novel while protesting against real estate speculation.

A majority has expressed support for holding a vote on membership negotiations.

The eligibility of a person holding only a 1/10,000 stake in a property to represent the community in a public redevelopment project in South Korea is causing significant controversy.

New generations envision a meritocratic, youthful, and dynamic future in public administration, as highlighted by a study from Gi Group Holding.

A recent survey in Poland reveals that Karol Nawrocki is favored by 44.6% of respondents for effectively managing his office and promoting national interests, while Donald Tusk received 41.3%.

The DER of the Federal District is holding its second public auction of the year for vehicles seized during traffic operations on March 6.

David Colmenares Páramo, the Superior Auditor of the Federation, commended the court's efforts to improve local governance through initiatives aimed at ensuring transparency in public spending.

Rio Branco is holding a vaccination day for meningitis amidst a reported nine cases this year, aiming to sustain high vaccination coverage.

The chairperson of the Public Transport Union has been fined 2 million KRW by the Supreme Court for holding a rally against unfair dismissals, violating COVID-19 safety measures.

The family of victims in a drug-related murder case in Seoul is demanding the disclosure of the suspect's identity as prosecutors consider a review committee.

The Greens in Fürstenfeldbruck are holding a panel discussion to address delays in the expansion of S-Bahn Line 4, which has been postponed to 2040 according to a recent MVV position paper.

The Supreme Court of South Korea is holding a national judges conference on the 25th to discuss the proposed 'Judicial Reform 3 Laws,' facing staunch opposition from judges regarding their constitutionality.

The Ministry of Labor has not yet registered any legal impediment preventing Mario Godoy from holding public office, despite his recent political censorship and two-year prohibition following impeachment.

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

The CGT is holding a crucial meeting to decide on a general strike regarding labor reform and is urging the UTA to cease public transport during the strike.

A Riigikogu special committee in Estonia is holding a public meeting to discuss recent developments in the electricity market and their implications for the state budget.

The UK government is holding a consultation on proposals to extend smoking bans to include vaping in certain public areas, aiming to protect children and hospital patients from the harms of second-hand smoke.

A teacher in Uberlândia was dismissed after accumulating 176 unjustified absences, which raised concerns about her commitment to both public and personal educational roles.

Agder police are holding a press conference regarding the public release of the second part of the investigation report in the Baneheia case.

A recent survey shows that 92% of South Koreans perceive political conflict as serious, yet 70% are willing to engage in dialogue with those holding opposing views.

The Nigerian Senate is holding an emergency plenary session due to rising public outrage over amendments to the Electoral Act, particularly regarding the removal of electronic transmission of election results.

Actor Aurimas Žvinys is prohibited from holding elected positions or serving in public administration roles for three years following a court ruling.

Two Lithuanian politicians received court verdicts related to fraud and abuse in the 'Chekiukų' case, resulting in fines and disqualification from holding office.

The mayor of Groaíras, Virginia Aguiar, opposes holding public competitions due to concerns that successful candidates will be from outside the community.

Former federal judge Walter Bento has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for leading a judicial corruption network in Mendoza, along with a lifetime disqualification from holding public office and a hefty fine.

The debate over the appropriateness of politicians holding board positions in companies closely linked to public administration is a recurrent theme in Norwegian public life, often leading to departures from such roles.

The French prosecutor has requested a five-year ban on Marine Le Pen from holding any public office and a four-year prison sentence as part of a crucial appeal trial in Paris concerning her conviction for misusing European Parliament funds.

The Paris public prosecutor has requested the confirmation of sentences imposed on Marine Le Pen regarding the case of fictitious employment of party officials in the European Parliament from 2004 to 2026, which includes a five-year ban on holding office.

ADEDY is holding a work stoppage today in Athens from 12:00 to 15:00 to demand the immediate reinstatement of the 13th and 14th salaries for public sector workers.

Prime Minister Mitsotakis commented on Tourism Minister Kefalogianni's use of a legal provision regarding child co-custody, suggesting public officials should be mindful of their public image.

Marine Le Pen is contesting a ruling that prevents her from holding public office due to financial irregularities.

From January 1, 2026, the Croatian Railways will provide free train travel for people with disabilities holding a national or European disability card, in addition to existing benefits for children, students, retirees, and seniors.

Justice Minister Hubig plans to temporarily revoke the passive voting rights of certain inciters of hatred, preventing them from obtaining mandates or holding public office, a move that is controversial among legal experts.

The ministries of Hacienda, Labor, and Social Security are holding selection processes to hire 2,108 new public employees across various categories.