Três Rios receives new school bus as part of the Novo PAC initiative
The municipality of Três Rios in Brazil has received a new school bus aimed at enhancing student access to education, amid a nationwide distribution of new vehicles by the federal government.
Health initiative for women takes place in Cuiabá this Saturday (21)
A health event focusing on women's health will occur in Cuiabá, Brazil, offering various medical services to address the backlog in specialized care.
HUB will carry out more than 800 procedures in a health event focused on women this Saturday
The Hospital Universitário de Brasília is set to conduct over 800 health procedures for women in a special event this Saturday as part of a national health initiative.
More than 200 professionals are called to work in the state network of Piauí
The state of Piauí has called 218 professionals to enhance the teaching and administrative staff in public schools as part of an initiative to strengthen integrated full-time high school and technical education.
'Poetry by Other Means': the poetic experiment that brought poetry to the streets of Bahía Blanca
In 1985, a group of young poets from the National University of the South in Bahía Blanca began an initiative to bring poetry back into public life through various artistic expressions.
Piauí Government invests R$ 23 million in weapons and uniforms for police officers
The Piauí government in Brazil is investing over R$ 23 million in new weapons and uniforms for the police as part of a safety enhancement initiative.
The Strategic Move of President Sheinbaum
President Claudia Sheinbaum's electoral reform was rejected, but the political effectiveness of the initiative remains intact as it serves to reorganize political forces and stimulate public debate.
Green March: a campaign to identify cases of tuberculosis is held in the interior of SP; see the schedule
The municipality of Garça in São Paulo is conducting an active campaign to identify tuberculosis cases as part of the March Green awareness initiative.
Control of Synanthropics captures more than 140 scorpions after actions in Selmi Dei I
The city of Araraquara captured over 140 scorpions in the Selmi Dei I area as part of a health surveillance initiative to ensure safety for local residents, particularly students.
Many middle-aged Lithuanians are at high risk - they may one day wake up with advanced cancer
A health initiative in Lithuania encourages middle-aged citizens to participate in colorectal cancer screenings, revealing significant gaps in participation and trust in preventive programs.
Constitutional electoral reform: Less privilege and more citizen participation, says Segob
The Mexican Secretary of the Interior, Rosa Icela Rodríguez, presented a constitutional reform initiative aimed at reducing privileges, expanding democratic rights, and enhancing citizen participation during a public conference.
Writer who lives on the road in a Kombi passes through Cabo Frio and donates books to public libraries
Adriano Hordina, a traveling writer, donates copies of his book to public libraries in Cabo Frio as part of his initiative to support literacy.
Health fair for women awaiting treatment in the SUS will offer over 400 appointments in Boa Vista
A health initiative in Boa Vista, Brazil, will provide free consultations and exams for women in the public health system waiting for procedures.
A judge halts Kennedy's plans to cut vaccination protocols in the United States
A federal judge has blocked key parts of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s initiative to reduce vaccination protocols in the US, aligning with public health advocates against the move.
Mayor unveils £1.5bn ‘People’s Network’ transport plan for South Yorkshire
The Mayor of South Yorkshire announced a £1.5 billion transportation initiative called the 'People's Network', aimed at making public transit more affordable and environmentally sustainable.
Action offers free document issuance and legal guidance in the West Zone of Boa Vista
The 'Carreta dos Direitos' initiative is providing free document issuance and legal guidance to residents in West Boa Vista this week.
Debate on Working Hours Needs to Explicit Costs
In an election year, proposals to reduce working hours in Brazil will gain momentum in Congress, with a recent poll showing substantial public support for the initiative.
A petition has been started for a temporary reduction in excise tax and VAT rates on fuel
A petition is underway to temporarily reduce excise duty and VAT on fuel in Latvia, highlighting the impact of fuel prices on households and businesses.
A petition has been started to name a street in Riga after director Jānis Streičs
A public initiative has launched a petition to name a street in Riga after renowned Latvian film director Jānis Streičs.
Transparency watchdog blasts ‘shocking’ Ontario plan to hide premier cellphone records
Ontario's transparency watchdog criticizes the Ford government's initiative to restrict access to premier's cellphone records as an effort to obscure vital public information.
What is the highway that will be named 'President Donald Trump' in Florida
Florida's state legislature has approved a bill to rename a section of a highway after Donald Trump as part of a broader initiative to honor various public figures.
The Justice ruled in favor of All Boys in the attempt by the city government to convert the Manuel Rocca Property into a park
A court ruling in Buenos Aires has blocked the city government's initiative to transform the Manuel Rocca Property into a public park, in favor of the All Boys football club.
FG moves to finalise PPP for 250MW Ikom dam project
The Nigerian government is moving forward with the Ikom multipurpose dam and hydropower project through a Public-Private Partnership initiative.
Project to Combat Domestic Violence Created by Public School Students in PE is National Highlight and Will Be Presented at Harvard
A project aimed at combating domestic violence, developed by students from a public school in Pernambuco, Brazil, gained national attention and will be showcased at Harvard.
Collective Action Offers 900 Slots for Consultations, Exams, and Reproductive Planning in Salvador
An initiative in Salvador is offering 900 slots for women's health consultations and exams, including free access to the Implanon contraceptive implant through Brazil's public health system.
Arvydas Sabonis: Let's take care of our hearts today so we can win tomorrow
Arvydas Sabonis emphasizes the importance of heart health and regular check-ups to prevent serious heart diseases in a new initiative by the Lithuanian Basketball League (LKL).
Urban Land Turned into Freight Truck Space... Namyangju's Public-Private Partnership 'Distributed Parking Lots' Attracts Attention
Namyangju is implementing a public-private initiative to create small-scale, distributed parking lots for freight trucks using urban idle land, addressing the growing overnight parking issues.
PHOTOS ⟩ A bench located in a prominent place caught the attention of a Tartu resident: who would sit on it?
A Tartu resident shared a photo of a dirty bench outside the Ministry of Education, which was unexpectedly cleaned the following day as part of a city-wide initiative.
The government will decide on the rejection of WHO regulations / Medical initiative warns of public health risks. We just need to resolve legal issues, says Šaško
The Slovak government is considering rejecting new WHO health regulations aimed at better pandemic preparedness, amidst concerns from medical professionals about public health risks.
Estonia wants a traffic light system for food packaging, which Europe quietly buried
Estonia is considering adopting the Nutri-Score food labeling system even as the European Commission has sidelined the initiative.
Digital ID plan ripped up as rebranded 'Government by app' launched
The UK government has revamped its digital ID initiative, emphasizing its utility for interacting with public services after a backlash against initial proposals.
Abia converts free green shuttle to fare service with 50% subsidy
Abia State Government has converted its Free Green Shuttle initiative into a commercially fare-paying service with a 50% subsidy for users.
Most Czechs do not want conversation monitoring within Chat Control, survey shows
A recent survey reveals that the majority of Czechs oppose the monitoring of conversations as proposed by the Chat Control initiative.
"One Piece of Trash for Every Follower"... Social Media Warming Up with 'Good Influence'
A social media movement encourages cleaning up public spaces, with influencers pledging to pick up a piece of trash for every follower they gain.
DYPA – €750 voucher: What time do applications open today, who it concerns
Today, March 10, at 12:00 PM, applications will open for beneficiaries with a €750 voucher under a new initiative by the Public Employment Service (DYPA) aimed at upgrading skills in high-demand sectors.
Brazil Government on the Street registers almost 8,500 attendances in Teresina
The Brazil Government on the Street initiative in Teresina provided nearly 8,500 services over two days, far exceeding initial expectations.
Ufopa joins the 'Red Bank' campaign to combat femicide in Santarém
The Federal University of Western Pará (Ufopa) has joined the 'Red Bank' campaign, a national initiative aimed at raising awareness about violence against women through painted red benches in public spaces.
More than 10,000 signatures collected against overtime pay reduction in three days
A campaign has gathered over 10,000 signatures opposing a proposed reduction in overtime pay in Latvia, highlighting concerns over potential impacts on workers' incomes and legal uncertainties.
Points given just for visiting Han River Bus Stops... controversy over Seoul's 'Wrist Doctor 9988' challenge
Seoul City has initiated a challenge that awards points for visiting Han River Bus stops through its health management app, 'Wrist Doctor 9988', leading to controversy over whether the initiative truly promotes health or mainly boosts bus ridership.
Public notice for the concession of aquarium, park, and tourist elevator of Piracicaba to private initiative ends without interested parties
The public bidding for the concession of Piracicaba's Municipal Aquarium, Mirante Park, and Tourist Elevator concluded without attracting any bidders.
Health Initiative Advances in Bragança Paulista Expands Consultations, Exams, and Surgeries
Bragança Paulista has launched the 'Advances in Health' initiative to improve access to medical services through the Unified Health System.
Six cameras of Smart Sampa are stolen or vandalized every day in Sao Paulo
Smart Sampa, a public safety initiative in São Paulo, is facing significant challenges due to daily vandalism and theft of its surveillance cameras.
Kylian Mbappé Brings Hope to Schoolchildren in Cameroon
Kylian Mbappé funded the renovation of a public school in Cameroon, receiving widespread acclaim for his humanitarian initiative.
Casa 47 allocates 100 million to buy housing and incorporate it into the public housing stock
Casa 47 has launched an initiative to invest 100 million euros in purchasing private homes to expand Spain's public housing stock.
RFK Jr urges medical schools to increase nutrition education training
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a new initiative to enhance nutrition education in medical schools, threatening funding cuts for those that do not comply.
Sokoto, UNICEF conduct pre-polio vaccination campaign in eight LGs
The Sokoto State Government and UNICEF have initiated a pre-polio vaccination campaign across eight local government areas in Sokoto as part of preparations for a larger immunization initiative scheduled for March 2026.
From 'garbage deposit' to 'friendship alley': see before and after of public area where influencer organized cleanup
A public alley in Palmas, Brazil, transformed from a littered space into a community-friendly area thanks to influencer Francisco Garcia's cleanup initiative.
The plan to build 10,700 public housing units in Madrid will involve cutting down 7,325 trees and may affect the Iberian lynx
A major housing initiative in Madrid aims to construct 10,700 public housing units, which will necessitate the removal of thousands of trees and may impact local wildlife, including the endangered Iberian lynx.
In Madagascar, authorities seek to rebuild a national police criticized by user groups
Madagascar's authorities have launched a large-scale initiative to reform the national police amid a crisis of public trust, with a series of national consultations planned to address issues like cybercrime and trafficking.
With over 500 firefighters, Piauí aims to train over 2,000 professionals
Piauí's government has formed 516 fire brigadiers and plans to exceed 2,000 trained professionals by 2026 as part of an initiative to enhance emergency preparedness in state hospitals.