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Crime & Justice

VIDEO: man taken to police station after killing and eating pigeon in public square in MT

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

Feb 27 • 21:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Rebellion in New York: Mamdani's official condemns the snowball attack on the NYPD

An attack involving snowballs thrown at NYPD officers in Washington Square Park sparked a public debate among officials in New York City.

Feb 27 • 20:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Times Square in downtown São Paulo advances amid fears of multiplying loopholes in the City Clean Law

The proposal for a 'Times Square' attraction in downtown São Paulo progresses, reigniting concerns about potential relaxations of the City Clean Law that restricts advertising billboards.

Feb 26 • 00:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"A shameful and criminal behavior": New York police open an investigation after a snowball attack on uniformed officers

New York police have opened an investigation following an incident where several officers were attacked with snowballs by a group of youths in Washington Square Park.

Feb 24 • 20:38 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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Police Are Hit with Snowballs in Park in New York; Watch Video

The NYPD is investigating after officers were hit with snowballs during a disturbance at Washington Square Park in New York City.

Feb 24 • 15:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Attempted massacre leaves young man dead and four injured in square in Cabo de Santo Agostinho

An attempted massacre resulted in the death of a young man and injuries to four others in Cabo de Santo Agostinho, Brazil.

Feb 24 • 14:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

New York police officers attacked with snowballs while trying to contain a disorder in the park; VIDEO

New York police officers faced an unusual attack with snowballs while attempting to manage a chaotic scene at Washington Square Park.

Feb 24 • 13:34 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

NYPD officers hit with snowballs while responding to disorderly group: officials

NYPD officers were targeted with snowballs while addressing a disorderly crowd in Washington Square Park, leading to several officers being treated at a hospital.

Feb 24 • 12:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man killed and five others injured in shooting attack in a square in Bahia; children among the victims

A shooting in a public square in Jequié, Bahia, resulted in one death and several injuries, including children.

Feb 23 • 13:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Photo: "Putin, leave," said the ambassador in Old Town Square. The president also spoke

Czech officials, including the ambassador, voiced strong statements against Vladimir Putin during a public gathering in Old Town Square.

Feb 21 • 19:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

They are doughnuts; people are criticizing Opava for not providing the square for a model of a Russian drone

Residents are expressing frustration towards the Opava leadership for their refusal to allow a public square to showcase a model of a Russian drone.

Feb 21 • 11:27 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The renovation of the central square of Ituzaingó is progressing: the carousel and cannon have been relocated

The central square renovation in Ituzaingó, Argentina, is progressing with the relocation of the historic carousel and cannon as part of an extensive public space renovation.

Feb 20 • 17:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Woman injured after being hit by a tree in a square in Ribeirão Preto, SP; VIDEO

A 54-year-old woman was injured when a tree fell on her while she was walking in a square in Ribeirão Preto, Brazil.

Feb 20 • 15:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video shows tattoo artist assaulted in a square during Carnival in Nuporanga, SP

A tattoo artist was assaulted during Carnival in Nuporanga, Brazil, resulting in his death days later, with the assailant claiming he intervened to protect children.

Feb 19 • 16:50 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Train Station Square in Starnberg: Drunk Man Causes Disturbance and Acts Aggressively

A 46-year-old man was detained for causing a disturbance while intoxicated at the train station square in Starnberg, damaging property before being subdued by police.

Feb 19 • 10:28 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Old Market Square in Klaipėda Will Be Reconstructed: Revealed How Many Millions It Will Cost

Klaipėda is set to undergo a significant reconstruction of its Old Market Square, costing millions and expected to enhance its appeal as a public space.

Feb 18 • 09:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Square with court and toys in Santa Bárbara is taken over by weeds and residents complain of abandonment: 'it's impossible to walk'

Residents of the Santa Rita neighborhood in Santa Bárbara d'Oeste, Brazil, are voicing concerns over neglect as local park facilities become overgrown with weeds, rendering them almost unusable.

Feb 17 • 13:17 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Revamping the square built fifty years ago with a legendary sculpture: a recreational area instead of cars

The square in front of Architektų g. 152 in Vilnius will be transformed into a community-friendly recreational area while preserving its iconic character.

Feb 17 • 12:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Driver runs over revelers in square of Duque de Caxias, in Baixada Fluminense

A driver, suspected of being under the influence, ran over revelers at a carnival event in Duque de Caxias, Brazil, injuring at least five people.

Feb 17 • 11:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Why did brands associated with the slogan 'Make America Great' stumble?

Brands associated with the 'Make America Great Again' slogan have struggled to thrive despite initial promises of creating a parallel economy, as examined by a recent Economist article.

Feb 17 • 02:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

2000 square meters – A new sauna oasis at a favorite destination for Finns

A new public spa and sauna center, covering 2000 square meters, will be constructed in the Telliskivi area of Tallinn, Estonia, known for its appeal to tourists.

Feb 16 • 13:16 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Francesc Macià Square will have trees, wider sidewalks, and a new bike lane when the tram arrives

Francesc Macià Square in Barcelona is set to undergo a transformation to improve pedestrian and traffic conditions with the arrival of the new tram line.

Feb 16 • 04:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dancer goes viral with video of boy mimicking his moves in the interior of SP: 'Dance is a feeling'

Luís Gobbi, a dancer from Porto Feliz, Brazil, becomes famous after a video of a boy imitating his dance moves at a local public square goes viral.

Feb 15 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Independence Square and Fountain to be Renovated after Lithuania's Presidency of the EU Council

Renovation of Independence Square and its fountain is scheduled for completion between 2027 and 2029, as Lithuania prepares for its upcoming EU Council presidency.

Feb 15 • 10:20 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

In Colegiales: this is how the new square to be built in the area of the Mercado de Pulgas will be

A new public square is set to be constructed in Colegiales, Buenos Aires, transforming a former parking lot into a green space.

Feb 14 • 16:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Incheon City Loses Administrative Lawsuit Over Denial of Queer Festival in Incheon Atteul

Incheon City has lost an administrative lawsuit against the organizing committee of the Incheon Queer Culture Festival, which sought to hold the event in Incheon Atteul public square despite the city's previous denial.

Feb 13 • 14:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Man shot dead in public square in Buri

A 43-year-old man named Ezequiel Schneider dos Santos was shot and killed in a public square in Buri, São Paulo, with police investigating the incident.

Feb 11 • 16:25 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Objections against the idea of establishing a gravestone trade in the center of Preiļi

Residents of Preiļi are voicing strong objections to the proposal of selling gravestones in the city's central square, highlighting the area's inappropriateness for such a business.

Feb 11 • 02:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Suspect of killing man with a knife in square arrested in Piauí; video recorded crime

A man suspected of fatally stabbing another in a public square was arrested in Simplício Mendes, Brazil, following the incident that was captured on security footage.

Feb 8 • 13:40 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Telephone bans and social media at the Square

The article discusses the implications of telephone bans and social media policies in public spaces in Iceland.

Feb 8 • 11:07 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Enemies of Italy. Meloni's lesson against the anti-Olympics square

Premier Giorgia Meloni condemned those protesting against the Olympics in Milan, emphasizing the hard work of volunteers and the sabotage affecting the public order on the event's opening day.

Feb 8 • 07:20 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Vizier and Sultan at Ban Jelačić Square - A Political Lesson from an Old Manual

The article discusses the dynamic between political authority and public sentiment in Croatia, drawing parallels between historical anecdotes and contemporary governance.

Feb 8 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Program 'Adopt a Square' is subject to inspection by the MP regarding its execution in Rio Branco

The 'Adopt a Square' program by the City Hall of Rio Branco is under administrative investigation by the Public Ministry of Acre to evaluate its implementation and execution.

Feb 6 • 20:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dante de Oliveira Memorial Collection Returns to Square in Cuiabá After 25 Days of Removal

The memorial collection honoring former Mato Grosso governor Dante de Oliveira has been reinstalled in Praça Rachid Jaudy, Cuiabá, after being removed for 25 days following the death of the family matriarch.

Feb 5 • 22:36 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

This is the only place in Croatia where you do not need to report a protest

According to the Law on Public Gatherings, peaceful gatherings and public protests can be held at Zagreb's Square of the French Republic without prior notification to the police or other authorities, making it the only location in Croatia with such status.

Feb 5 • 15:25 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Zagreb residents choose their favorite public toilet: Open all night, has paper, but lacks 5G signal

A playful discussion on Reddit about the favorite public toilet in Zagreb highlighted one at Ban Jelačić Square as the best for being open all night with supplies, but noted its lack of 5G signal.

Feb 4 • 12:15 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Life & Tech

Sylvia Breaks the 'Silence'

A special event will take place at Public Constitution Square, featuring presentations by Christina Douma and others to shed light on the story of hope and life struggle of her son, Theodoros Douma, who battles a terminal illness.

Feb 4 • 10:05 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Sports

VIDEO AND PHOTO: Presentation of Olympic athletes' sports and leisure clothing

On February 3, at the central square of Domina Shopping, the 'Team Latvia' sports and leisure clothing for the Olympic Games was presented to the public for the first time.

Feb 3 • 15:39 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

The bill for cleaning the Square after the reception goes to the Government. And they will be responsible for these communal offenses.

Following the celebration of the bronze medal handball team at the main city square, the city authorities have held the government accountable for unauthorized occupation of public space and related communal offenses.

Feb 3 • 13:50 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Thousands protested in Tel Aviv against crime in the Arab community

Thousands protested at Habima Square in Tel Aviv against crime in the Arab community, organized by the Arab public's follow-up committee, with heightened police presence due to the event.

Jan 31 • 13:57 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Tonight's demonstration is a test of citizenship – for both the Arab public and Israeli society as a whole

The demonstration against violence in Arab society, taking place in Tel Aviv's Habima Square, is framed as a crucial test of citizenship for both the Arab community and Israeli society at large.

Jan 31 • 07:55 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Nick Reiner murder trial won’t happen for at least 2 years as public defender starts from 'square one': expert

The murder trial for Nick Reiner is delayed by at least two years as a new public defender begins the investigation from scratch, according to legal expert Matt Murphy.

Jan 11 • 14:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

The East of Zagreb is getting a new kindergarten: The old one will be demolished, and a 3000 square meter building will rise in its place

The city of Zagreb has initiated a public procurement process for the demolition of the 51-year-old Children's Kindergarten Ivana Brlić-Mažuranić in Dubrava and the construction of a new modern kindergarten at the same site.

Jan 8 • 11:38 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

ZET Workers Had to Thaw the Tracks with a Torch. Take a Look

Due to heavy snowdrifts and ice on tram tracks, significant disruptions occurred in tram traffic in Zagreb's central square, leading to accidents and delays.

Jan 6 • 21:19 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

The square changes its sign: from pro-Pal to pro-Mad

Social movements for Palestine have quickly shifted their focus to support Nicolás Maduro, reflecting a rapid change in political symbols during public demonstrations.

Jan 4 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Famous Faces Flooded Zagreb's Square on the First Saturday of the New Year

On the first Saturday of 2026, many Zagreb residents flocked to the city's square, featuring numerous celebrities from public, political, and sports life, despite the chilly morning weather.

Jan 3 • 15:34 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

New Year's Eve in the City, Curfew Enforced

Authorities in Milan have imposed a curfew and capacity limits for New Year's Eve celebrations at Duomo Square, aiming to ensure public safety after previous incidents of unrest due to overcrowding.

Dec 31 • 08:16 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Final Works: The Setup of the Stage at Ban Jelačić Square is Near Completion

The setup of the stage at Ban Jelačić Square in Zagreb is nearing completion as residents prepare to celebrate the New Year with concerts from various artists.

Dec 30 • 12:24 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Mobile Preventive Police Center at Ban Josip Jelačić Square Visited by Over a Thousand Citizens

During the Christmas and New Year holidays, a Mobile Preventive Police Center in Zagreb provided citizens and visitors with information on police work and preventive activities, attracting over a thousand visitors.

Dec 29 • 12:15 UTC

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