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🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Nigeria: American Reaper drones used for reconnaissance

American MQ-9 Reaper drones are being employed in Nigeria primarily for surveillance purposes to combat jihadist threats.

Mar 22 • 21:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Life & Tech

Tara and Maria sell used panties online - the buyer is an ordinary Finnish man

Tara and Maria run an online store selling used panties and other apparel for fetish purposes to ordinary Finnish men.

Mar 21 • 18:13 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

"We are not at war with the Russian people": Venice mayor names condition for closing Russian pavilion at Biennale

Venice Mayor Luigi Brugnaro stated that the Russian pavilion at the Biennale would be shut if used for propaganda purposes, emphasizing a distinction between the Russian government and its people.

Mar 21 • 11:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Do not throw away orange peels – a simple trick in the garden yields surprising results

Orange peels can enrich soil and deter pests, serving multiple purposes in gardening and home cleaning.

Mar 21 • 09:26 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Young woman in Jämtland convicted for sharing child pornography: 'It was like a meme'

A young woman in Jämtland, Sweden, has been convicted for sharing child pornography via Discord, claiming it was intended for entertainment purposes.

Mar 20 • 13:15 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Supreme Court: Only Business-Purposed Communication Data Can Be Used as Evidence

The Estonian Supreme Court ruled that only communication data collected for business purposes can be used as evidence in criminal cases, upholding the European Court's stance on data retention violations.

Mar 20 • 10:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Debate on Special Funds: Is 'Purpose Misuse' Also 'Illegal'?

The article discusses the controversy surrounding the German government's use of special funds for infrastructure and climate neutrality, highlighting the debate over whether the allocation of these funds to non-investment purposes is legally permissible.

Mar 20 • 07:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

First Data Protection sanction to a school for improper use of Google in classrooms: 'It is used for purposes beyond the educational sphere'

Spain's data protection agency has issued its first individual sanction to a school for misusing Google management platform, violating regulations regarding minors' personal information.

Mar 20 • 01:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
World

Suburban hobby shops turn international arms dealers of drone age

Australian hobby shops are unintentionally participating in the global arms trade by selling drones that can be used for military purposes, including in conflict zones like Ukraine.

Mar 19 • 18:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

So long, Jay-Z: Rapper officially changes name to JAŸ-Z

Rapper Jay-Z has officially changed his stage name to JAŸ-Z, incorporating an umlaut over the 'Y' for stylistic purposes while maintaining the same pronunciation.

Mar 19 • 16:19 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Meloni from Fedez on Iran: 'I have no certain elements on US theses'

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni expressed skepticism about the U.S. position on Iran, emphasizing the need for diplomacy aimed at ensuring Iran uses uranium solely for civilian purposes.

Mar 19 • 12:26 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Drone Command Controversy in Pyongyang: Restructuring Instead of Abolition

The South Korean Ministry of National Defense has decided to restructure the Drone Command instead of abolishing it, reallocating its operational duties to the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines while retaining the headquarters for policy and educational purposes.

Mar 19 • 10:10 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Ministry of the Interior is considering the use of drones in responding to challenges

The Estonian Ministry of the Interior is exploring the potential use of drones for various purposes, including improving the work of police and rescue services.

Mar 19 • 06:32 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Lebanon denies Israeli claims of using hospitals and ambulances for military purposes

Lebanon's Health Minister denies Israeli allegations regarding the military use of hospitals and ambulances, affirming the legality and humanitarian focus of medical institutions.

Mar 18 • 19:32 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Hunting permitted for geese this spring

This year, hunting is allowed for greater white-fronted geese, white-fronted geese, and Canada geese in certain regions of Estonia for damage prevention purposes.

Mar 18 • 11:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Artificial Intelligence, Politics, and War

The U.S. Department of Defense is in a dispute with AI company Anthropic over contract terms related to the use of an AI program for military purposes, specifically regarding autonomous weapon control and citizen surveillance.

Mar 18 • 09:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Romans used feces and thyme oil for medicinal purposes, indicates study after find in Turkey

A recent archaeological discovery in Turkey suggests that Romans utilized human feces for medicinal purposes, marking the first direct evidence of this practice.

Mar 18 • 07:02 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Chairman of the Elections Committee: Ben Gvir Used Police and Prison Service Improperly for Election Campaigning

The chairman of Israel's Elections Committee, Judge Noam Solberg, ruled that National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir improperly used police and prison services for campaign purposes, ordering him to remove promotional videos and pay legal fees.

Mar 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

World Anti-Doping Agency agrees to limit athlete data use, watchdog says

The World Anti-Doping Agency has committed to limiting the use of athletes' personal data solely for anti-doping purposes as part of an agreement with Canada’s privacy commissioner following a lengthy investigation.

Mar 17 • 20:42 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Heritage jewel Quinta Avelina is being recovered in Quito for cultural purposes: initiative is expected to be realized by August 2026

The historic Quinta Avelina in Quito is set to undergo rehabilitation for cultural use, with a planned completion by August 2026.

Mar 17 • 17:02 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Not Laborable or Holiday? What is Known About Monday, March 23

March 23 is a non-working day for tourism purposes in Argentina, leading to an extended weekend ahead of a national holiday on March 24.

Mar 17 • 15:17 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon: Criminal Punishment for Purchasing Real Estate by Concealing Business Funds and Taking Out Loans

President Yoon has warned against using loans meant for business purposes to invest in real estate, stating that such actions could lead to criminal charges.

Mar 17 • 14:42 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Federal Politics: Ifo Institute: 95 Percent of Special Fund Misused in 2025

A report from the Ifo Institute reveals that 95 percent of the special fund allocated by the German government in 2025 was misappropriated for purposes other than intended, undermining economic growth initiatives.

Mar 17 • 11:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Did you find a tick? Send it here

Researchers from the University of Turku have launched a national tick collection campaign, urging citizens to send in any ticks they encounter for research purposes.

Mar 17 • 08:09 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Tick season has begun – Turku University is again asking for tick letters

The tick season has started in southern Finland and the Åland Islands, prompting Turku University to seek public contributions of ticks for research purposes.

Mar 17 • 06:13 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

OLP Workers: We do not accept the use of ports for military purposes

Workers at the Piraeus Port Authority have expressed their refusal to allow the use of the port for military shipments, particularly concerning impending deliveries of military supplies to Israel.

Mar 16 • 13:21 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Renunciation of American Citizenship Has Become More Affordable by Over 80%

The U.S. government has significantly reduced the fees for renouncing citizenship by over 80%, beginning next month, a move welcomed by citizens obliged to report income for tax purposes despite residing outside the U.S.

Mar 16 • 10:04 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Bogusław Chrabota: Loans for Armaments are Investments!

The article critiques the narrative around debt and loans in Poland, suggesting they are being manipulated for political purposes.

Mar 16 • 08:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

AI in Poland is used more at home than at work. Companies lag behind

A new study reveals that Poles predominantly use artificial intelligence for personal purposes, while corporate adoption remains low.

Mar 16 • 03:56 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

AI in Poland: First at Home, Then at Work. Companies Can't Keep Up

A recent study reveals that Poles primarily use artificial intelligence for personal purposes, with minimal integration into their professional environments.

Mar 16 • 03:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Funding in the Financial Sector Circulates Only Within It... 'Instead of Simply Pursuing Profits, It's for Corporate Loans'

A significant portion of funds raised by Korean financial institutions remains within the financial sector for profit-seeking purposes rather than being directed towards corporate loans and investments.

Mar 16 • 02:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Is Monday, March 23, a holiday in Argentina?

Monday, March 23, is designated as a non-working day for tourism purposes in Argentina, preceding the National Day of Memory for Truth and Justice.

Mar 15 • 19:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

1900-Year-Old Jar May Contain First Physical Evidence That Romans Used Feces as Medicine

Archaeologists in Turkey have uncovered signs of human feces in a 1900-year-old glass jar, suggesting that Romans may have used feces for medicinal purposes.

Mar 15 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Italy never at war, but okay with bases

Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni stated that Italy will not participate in military operations in the Gulf while remaining supportive of diplomatic efforts, with an agreement to allow U.S. military base usage for defensive purposes.

Mar 14 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Ritual: Gombe court jails five for exhuming corpse

A Gombe High Court has sentenced five men to prison for exhuming a corpse and stealing its eyes for ritual purposes.

Mar 14 • 01:49 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Subpoena Against FRB Chairman Declared 'Improper Purpose' and Dismissed by US Court

A US federal court dismissed a subpoena issued by the Justice Department against Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell, deeming it to have been issued for improper purposes related to political pressure.

Mar 13 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Botellón and Butterfly Skin

The article discusses the misuse of cultural vouchers in Spain, particularly by young people who are using the funds for non-cultural activities like clubbing instead of intended purposes.

Mar 13 • 21:43 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The EU plans to ban large nitrous oxide canisters from 2027

The European Commission has proposed a ban on large nitrous oxide canisters to address health concerns related to their misuse for recreational purposes, set to be enacted across the EU from 2027.

Mar 13 • 18:12 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Poisonous Chemicals Found in Ancient Grave in Ukraine

Researchers discovered vermilion pigment in a double grave in Ukraine, indicating its potential use for both aesthetic and practical purposes in ancient burials.

Mar 13 • 17:31 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

A long pipeline is being built for heating Narva

A new heating pipeline nearly twenty kilometers long is set to be built in Narva for heating purposes, with the project awarded to Enefit Industry, a subsidiary of Eesti Energia.

Mar 13 • 15:40 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

LPG, CNG, PNG are all gases... but why and how are they used differently

The article explains the differences between various types of gases used for domestic and industrial purposes, focusing on LPG, CNG, PNG, and LNG.

Mar 13 • 12:56 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

5 Things Wrong That You Are Told About Botox

The article addresses common misconceptions about Botox, a popular neurotoxin used for cosmetic purposes to reduce wrinkles.

Mar 13 • 09:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Renovated, Previously Unused Facilities of Vilkpėdė Hospital in Vilnius

The Vilnius city government reported the modernization of previously unused facilities at the Vilkpėdė Hospital, now equipped for medical purposes and modern medical equipment.

Mar 13 • 08:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

It is official: when is the next long holiday in March in Argentina, according to the law

Argentina is set to have a long weekend in March 2026, combining a fixed national holiday and a non-working day for tourism purposes.

Mar 12 • 13:27 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Court upholds real prison sentences for Visaginas residents distributing narcotics

The court affirmed the prison sentences for individuals involved in cannabis distribution in Visaginas, rejecting their claims of using the drugs for personal purposes.

Mar 12 • 12:41 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Gyeonggi-do connects disrupted land through ‘railway undergroundization’...mixed development of residential, commercial, and cultural facilities

Gyeonggi-do has unveiled plans for a comprehensive development project that involves relocating sections of above-ground railways underground and developing the surrounding areas into mixed-use spaces for residential, commercial, and cultural purposes.

Mar 12 • 09:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Until April 15: Who Is Affected by the 'Resident Alien' Rule Considered by the IRS for Tax Payments

The article explains the criteria under which non-citizens are classified as 'resident aliens' for tax purposes in the United States by the IRS.

Mar 12 • 09:39 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

217 people indicted for illegally purchasing farmland for speculation

Authorities have indicted 219 individuals for illegally acquiring farmland in Hwaseong, South Korea, for speculative purposes without intent to farm.

Mar 12 • 09:05 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Russia has lost a satellite intended for propaganda broadcasts

Russia's broadcasting capabilities have been severely impacted due to the loss of a satellite designed for propaganda purposes, with no plans for a replacement until 2030.

Mar 12 • 08:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chamber approves bill that allows sale of pepper spray for women over 16 years old

The Brazilian Chamber of Deputies has approved a bill permitting the sale of pepper spray to women over the age of 16 for personal defense purposes.

Mar 11 • 22:22 UTC

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