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.
City Hall inaugurates new night shelter for homeless population in Belém
The City Hall of Belém has inaugurated a new night shelter aimed at accommodating the homeless population.
Heljo Pikhof: The more interest education, the fewer risk children
The article emphasizes the importance of providing free extracurricular activities to children as a fundamental right crucial for their development and future.
City Hall releases updated IPTU and waste collection fees bills
The City Hall of Pindamonhangaba has made updated IPTU and waste collection fee bills available for consultation, printing, and payment after corrections to the tables were made earlier this month.
Notification for February 27
Yongin University held an inauguration ceremony for its new president, Park Yoon-kyu, on February 25, while various other significant appointments and events were reported from Korea.
Trial over child addiction: former head of WhatsApp reveals why she left the app in Brazil: 'immense frustration'
Daniela de Almeida, former head of public policy at WhatsApp in Brazil, expresses her frustrations regarding barriers she faced while trying to develop safer technologies for children amidst an ongoing US trial on social media addiction.
The Chief Minister was cornered by the MLA wife, an interesting discussion took place in the assembly
In a notable session of the Meghalaya Assembly, MLA Mehtab Chandi A. Sangma engaged her husband, Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, in a public policy debate regarding unresolved educational projects.
Economist Charles Manski wins the BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge Award for his work on uncertainty
Economist Charles Manski has been awarded the BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge Award for his groundbreaking work on uncertainty in public policy research.
Contain the harmful effects of motorcycle expansion
A report by São Paulo's traffic department highlights a worrying increase in pedestrian deaths caused by motorcycles in the state and the capital, signaling a need for greater public policy attention.
Court annuls injunctions and forces operators to comply with new meal voucher rules
Brazil's Federal Regional Court of the 3rd Region has mandated that meal and food voucher operators adhere to new regulations after annulments of previous injunctions.
Court suspends injunctions of meal and food voucher companies against government decree
The TRF-3 court suspended favorable injunctions for major meal and food voucher companies against a government decree.
"Rumors about educational level": Interpretation of crime statistics of immigrants requires knowledge
An analysis highlights that the interpretation of crime statistics related to immigrants in Iceland requires informed understanding, amidst ongoing debates about immigration and public sentiment.
Court orders municipality to create public shelter for animals in Campo Grande
A court in Campo Grande has mandated the local government to establish a public shelter for abandoned and mistreated animals following an initiative by the Mato Grosso do Sul Public Ministry.
Land Public Concept, Care Public Concept [Understanding the World]
The article discusses the principles of land public concept and care public concept in South Korea, highlighting the balance between private land ownership and social responsibility.
Nigeria: Bagudu Urges Ministerial Aides to Strengthen Public Policy Advisory, Implementation
Senator Abubakar Bagudu emphasized the importance of ministerial aides in enhancing public policy formulation and implementation during a workshop in Abuja.
Speed Cameras to Be Taken Out of Service in Scotland – Didn't They Reduce Accidents or Speeds?
Scotland plans to take several speed cameras out of service due to a review that questions their effectiveness in reducing accidents and speeding.
Oversight with a Preventive Focus: Colmenares Páramo
David Colmenares Páramo emphasizes the importance of a preventive approach in fiscal oversight for effective public policy evaluation during a presentation at the Instituto de Auditores Internos de México.
Even a decent discussion can reach beyond the bubble and influence the actions of politicians, says Michal Horský
Michal Horský discusses the importance of civil discourse in shaping public policy through his organization DEMDIS.
Taken by force and struggling
Brazilian capitals are implementing involuntary hospitalization for drug-dependent homeless individuals, with questionable effectiveness according to health professionals.
Between megablocks and cultural resistance: the 10 years that transformed the street carnival of São Paulo
São Paulo celebrates the transformation of its street carnival over the past decade, which has become a significant cultural event, balancing economic growth with cultural identity.
At least four cities in Alto Tietê charge 'waste fee'; see amounts
At least four cities in the Alto Tietê region have started charging residents a 'waste fee' as part of their urban property tax to fund waste management services.
Name Dance in the 'Think Tanks' Trying to Influence Politics in Spain
Changes in leadership and direction at various think tanks in Spain are shaping the political landscape as they contribute to public debate and policy formation.
Reducing Working Hours is Populism over Good Public Policy
An opinion piece critiques the tendency to reduce working hours in Brazil, arguing that it is a populist move that ignores the need for improving worker productivity through better education and training.
"Mini City" for Children: A Municipality in the Conurbano, Recognized in Mexico for its Urban Project
San Martín municipality in Argentina was recognized for its child-focused urban development strategies, participating in a training program in Mexico.
Applications for Siespi close on Monday (23); program encourages sports
The deadline for applications for the Siespi sports incentive program in Piauí, Brazil, is Monday, 23rd.
BH City Hall creates a commission to monitor and improve water quality in Lagoa da Pampulha
The Belo Horizonte City Hall has established a permanent commission to oversee and enhance water quality and maintenance efforts for Lagoa da Pampulha.
Protest for access to healthcare
A youth organization in Latvia is organizing a protest demanding immediate action from the government to ensure accessible, state-funded healthcare.
Health: Addiction Costs Germany More Than 136 Billion Euros Per Year
Addiction to alcohol, nicotine, and gambling costs Germany over 136 billion euros annually, according to health experts.
"I will be an Honorary Professor": Di Maio takes to the lectern at King's College London
Luigi Di Maio has been appointed as an Honorary Professor at King's College London, where he will focus on defense, security, and public policy.
Mohammed Ouhemmou, researcher on migration: "Public policies are not designed to provide security, but to decide who lives and who dies"
Mohammed Ouhemmou argues that migration policies fail to prioritize safety, highlighting the deadly route from Africa to the Canary Islands as a 'necrocorredor.'
The center of the debate is not a position, it is the educational system
The current discourse surrounding educational issues in Mexico highlights the need to focus on the state's capability to provide quality education rather than political positions.
The Cercle d'Economia calls for selective immigration policy, with less volume and more qualification
The Cercle d'Economia advocates for urgent changes in Spain's immigration policy to manage the influx of foreigners while prioritizing skilled talent amidst economic needs.
UN Rapporteur Calls on Senate to Strengthen Public Policies and Resources for Protecting Women and Girls
Reem Alsalem, the UN Special Rapporteur on Violence Against Women and Girls, urged the Mexican Senate to enhance public policies and resources aimed at protecting women and girls.
Illinois governor proposes cancelling tax breaks for datacenters
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has proposed a two-year halt on tax incentives for datacenters to address public concerns about their impact on local resources and affordability.
The general municipal quota system is in complete stagnation
The article discusses the stagnation of the general municipal quota system in Iceland.
Car rotation in SP remains suspended this Wednesday; see when it returns
The municipal vehicle rotation in São Paulo is suspended due to Carnival and will resume on Thursday.
SUMAR+: who it is aimed at, how to register, and what the requirements are
The SUMAR+ Program is a public policy in Argentina designed to provide health services to individuals without formal coverage, ensuring free medical checkups, vaccinations, and health monitoring.
Social media banned — said to undermine cohesion and stability
The article discusses a ban on social media in Iceland, arguing it threatens societal cohesion and stability.
The government will approve a new composition of the State Progress Council
The Lithuanian government is set to refresh the membership of the State Progress Council by including more representatives from civic organizations and experts in defense and education.
City Hall of São Paulo and Ambev are notified for street vendors' queues during street Carnival
The Brazilian Ministry of Labor has sent a recommendation to the São Paulo City Hall and Ambev to improve infrastructure for official street vendors during Carnival.
New York News: Zohran Mamdani Reactivated Exclusive Lanes for Buses and Bicycles
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has announced plans to reinstate and expand exclusive lanes for buses and bicycles as part of his transportation policy.
Equity as a Driver of the Country's Development
The article discusses the central role of equity in public policy as a strategic lever for national growth and social cohesion in Italy.
São José dos Campos Receives Gold Seal in Literacy for the 2nd Time
The city of São José dos Campos has received the National Seal of Commitment to Literacy, Gold category, for the second consecutive year, awarded by the Ministry of Education in Brazil.
Education, a hostage to political fluctuations
The sudden dismissal of Marx Arriaga marks a pivotal moment in Mexico's educational politics and suggests a shift in the content provided to millions of children and adolescents.
Fazenda Rio Grande marks two years without femicide and reinforces the women's protection network
The municipality of Fazenda Rio Grande in Brazil has recorded zero femicide cases for two consecutive years, highlighting its commitment to women's safety and public policy strengthening.
Hospitals: 'We are wasting a lot of money and personnel in nursing'
An interview with union representative Marcus Jogerst-Ratzka discusses the inefficiencies in nursing care expenditure despite increasing staff numbers in German hospitals.
See who is exempt from IPTU in Palmas in 2026: more than 30 thousand properties are on the list
The city of Palmas announces exemptions from the IPTU for specific categories of property owners under certain conditions for 2026.
Casa Cuiabana Program: New List of Pre-Approved Candidates Released
The Municipal Housing and Land Regularization Office in Cuiabá has announced a new preliminary list of candidates in the Casa Cuiabana housing program, with more candidates still under review.
Unlike the Catholic Church, evangelicals support the reduction of accountability, albeit with reservations
In Argentina, the evangelical community advocates for a reduction in the age of criminal accountability, emphasizing the need for exceptional protective measures and supportive public policies.
City Hall of BH opens school during Carnival for children of street vendors and recyclers, but attendance is low
Belo Horizonte's city hall has launched a pilot school for children of street vendors and recyclers during Carnival, yet engagement has been disappointingly low.