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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A fatal reading mistake caused the customer more than an additional 600 euros

An Estonian consumer faced a costly experience due to a misleading error in the bus operator's information systems, resulting in over €600 in extra expenses.

Feb 26 • 17:28 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The bill to limit donations passed the first reading in the Riigikogu

A bill aimed at imposing limits on donations to political parties has passed the first reading in Estonia's parliament, the Riigikogu.

Feb 26 • 15:35 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Why 15 Percent of South African Grade 3s Can't Read a Single Word - - and What's Being Done About It

A new report highlights that 15% of South African Grade 3 students are unable to read a single word, revealing a deeper literacy crisis in the country.

Feb 26 • 14:06 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

British Reading Promotion: How to Bring Children Back to Reading?

The article discusses the decreasing interest in reading among young people in the UK and efforts to reengage them through initiatives like the Booker Prize for children’s literature.

Feb 26 • 13:42 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

British Reading Promotion: How to Get Children to Read Again?

The article discusses Britain's efforts to combat declining reading interest among children, highlighting the cultural and economic factors contributing to this trend.

Feb 26 • 13:42 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

FIRST READING: One in four Canadian employees now works for government

A report reveals that one in four Canadian employees is now employed in the public sector, indicating a significant growth that raises concerns about sustainability.

Feb 26 • 12:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Man Utd star Senne Lammens reveals secret to success under Michael Carrick

Manchester United's Senne Lammens shares how reading about sports legends has influenced his success on the pitch.

Feb 26 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

SDE bill to set a cap on party donations passes first reading

The Social Democratic Party's proposed bill to establish a cap on individual donations to political parties in Estonia has passed its first reading in the Riigikogu.

Feb 26 • 10:26 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Participants of the Reading Marathon Set a Record at the Ústí Library. The Event United Hundreds of People and Aided Charity

A reading marathon at the Ústí library brought together hundreds of participants and set a record while supporting charity causes.

Feb 26 • 09:36 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Champions League: In Support of Vinicius Jr, Real Madrid Supporters Unfurl a Banner Against Racism

Real Madrid supporters displayed a banner reading 'no to racism' during a Champions League match in support of Vinicius Jr, following allegations of racist abuse against him.

Feb 26 • 08:48 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Kalle Rovanperä improved significantly - the results list is still harsh reading

Kalle Rovanperä showed notable improvement in his performance during Super Formula testing in Suzuka, but still finished at the bottom of the results list.

Feb 26 • 08:39 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

What Jana Šlinská is reading: A mystical thriller from Ukraine that opens the theme of moral values

Jana Šlinská discusses her recent reading choices, highlighting a mystical thriller from Ukrainian author Illarion Pavľuk and a Slovak novel.

Feb 26 • 06:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
World

Mars is no longer a maze for him. The Perseverance rover has been given a map it can read itself

NASA's Perseverance rover can now navigate Mars independently with a new self-reading map technology, enhancing exploration efficiency.

Feb 26 • 04:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Isobel Hadley-Kamptz: Why is it allowed to continue that one in four 15-year-olds reads poorly?

A quarter of Sweden's 15-year-olds struggle with basic reading and writing skills, raising concerns about education standards and the implications of the reading crisis.

Feb 26 • 04:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Voice Phishing Organization That Scammed 24.5 Billion Won Arrested Amid Threats While Reading Indictment

A voice phishing organization operating from Southeast Asia and scamming 24.5 billion won was arrested by the police.

Feb 26 • 02:41 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Bandana revealed that they decided to separate after a Chinese oracle threw the cards: 'A hexagram came out'

The pop group Bandana disclosed that their breakup in 2004 was partially influenced by insights gained from a Chinese oracle's reading during group therapy sessions.

Feb 25 • 19:23 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

End of Life: The National Assembly Once Again Adopts the Law Legalizing Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia

The French National Assembly has once again passed a law legalizing assisted suicide and euthanasia after a contentious second reading.

Feb 25 • 16:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Reading in Freising: With Cliffi to Beaches and Coasts

Musicians Elisabeth Erl and Tina van Wickeren share their travel experiences and insights in their upcoming book 'Unplugged' after a year-long journey through France and the coasts of Spain, Portugal, and Sardinia.

Feb 25 • 16:21 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

FIRST READING: B.C. judge surprised by police actually enforcing drug laws

A British Columbia judge expresses surprise at the prosecution of drug laws amidst rampant illegal drug sales that often go unpunished.

Feb 25 • 12:15 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The bill was approved in the preliminary reading that will allow banning those who participate in mixed prayer at the Western Wall

The Israeli Knesset has approved a bill that gives the Chief Rabbinate exclusive authority over the Western Wall, allowing for potential imprisonment for those who participate in non-orthodox mixed prayers.

Feb 25 • 10:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

What Eberechi Eze really said about Tottenham in private chat as 'trash' rumours swirl

Eberechi Eze's alleged comments about Tottenham during the North London Derby have been clarified by a lip reading expert amidst swirling rumors.

Feb 25 • 09:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

You Don't Have to Read More, Try Slowly. It Will Help You Focus Better

The article discusses techniques for improving focus while reading, suggesting a slower pace may enhance concentration.

Feb 25 • 09:21 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

LIVE - End of life: the Assembly votes again on the law creating assistance to die

The French National Assembly is set to vote again on a significant law concerning the right to die, which has been debated for years and previously passed in its first reading, though certain contentious points remain.

Feb 25 • 08:59 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Slovak Language Instructor: Half of the Success in Entrance Exams is Not About Knowledge, but About Reading and Understanding the Task

Vanesa Mehesová, a Slovak language instructor, emphasizes that success in entrance exams depends more on reading comprehension than on knowledge.

Feb 25 • 08:29 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

What books and reading devices do 'Pigu.lt' readers choose?

Pigu.lt observes a trend of increased popularity for educational materials and cookbooks among their readers.

Feb 25 • 08:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump confronted with 'black people aren't apes' sign as he arrives for State of the Union

During Donald Trump's State of the Union address, Democrat Al Green raised a sign reading 'black people aren't apes' to protest the president's prior controversial remarks involving racial imagery.

Feb 25 • 02:21 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Spring in the Gochang Bookstore Village [Kim Tak-hwan Column]

The article discusses the newly established Bookstore Village in Gochang, South Korea, highlighting the unique independent bookstores that have come together to form a community.

Feb 24 • 20:11 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Tiit Hennoste: I liked that the president's speech was neither whining nor complaining

Tiit Hennoste praised President Alar Karis's speech for its calmness and for being thought-provoking, particularly appreciating the phrase "silent decline."

Feb 24 • 19:17 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

In France, technology sleeps while thieves work: how AI wants to revolutionize everyday security

In response to increasing thefts, France is exploring AI technologies to enhance security measures, including license plate reading and smarter surveillance cameras.

Feb 24 • 16:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

CLEAR MARK ⟩ Estonians are smart people, gossip and bullying have disappeared

A recent analysis shows that Estonians prefer thought-provoking literature, with a notable decline in interest for sensationalist works.

Feb 24 • 16:28 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

FIRST READING: Canada likely to mark 100,000th MAID death by summer

As Canada approaches the 10th anniversary of legalized assisted suicide, it is projected to surpass 100,000 deaths under the Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) program, marking a significant milestone in the country's approach to euthanasia.

Feb 24 • 15:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Author Leena Lehtolainen's Radical Solution to the Decline in Reading: Books Should Be Banned for Those Under Age 18

Finnish author Leena Lehtolainen suggests banning books for under-18s as a drastic measure to address the decline in reading among youth, which city officials recognize as a critical societal issue.

Feb 24 • 15:39 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

California governor compares himself to black voters because he ‘cannot read’

California Governor Gavin Newsom faces criticism for comparing himself to black voters during a speech in Atlanta, citing his low SAT score and reading difficulties as a means to connect.

Feb 24 • 12:45 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Life & Tech

Do you think you're good at reading your partner? Then you might be making a mistake.

The article discusses the concept of empathetic precision and how individuals often misjudge their ability to understand their partner's inner feelings.

Feb 24 • 12:11 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

An old video of the Jaish-e-Mohammed commander killed in Kishtwar has surfaced

An old video of Jaish-e-Mohammed commander Saifullah, killed in Kishtwar, has come to light, showing him reading verses of the Quran shortly before his death during a confrontation with security forces.

Feb 24 • 11:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

A long-awaited update from Mobilepay

Mobilepay has introduced remote reading of the Plussa card for Apple iPhones, with plans for Android devices later this year.

Feb 24 • 10:26 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Violent and reconciliatory in Niels Fredrik Dahl's old-new novel

The newly released edition of Niels Fredrik Dahl's novel "On the Way to a Friend" is highlighted as significant and compelling reading by Kristina Sandberg.

Feb 24 • 10:10 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Reading of the key Swedish-Finnish novel: 'Now we speak in our own way'

The Swedish-Finnish community celebrates the literary contributions of Antti Jalava with a reading of his acclaimed novel, "Asfaltblomman," emphasizing the significance of cultural identity and language.

Feb 24 • 09:42 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Eliminating Barriers to Reading for the Intellectually Disabled: Libraries and Publishers' Initiatives

Supporters are working with intellectually disabled individuals to help them read more easily by creating accessible books and engaging them in reading activities.

Feb 23 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

RAVISHING READINGS ⟩ Heartbreaker Jacob Elordi Prefers to Read Very Unusual Books

Jacob Elordi, the 28-year-old Australian actor, shares insights into his favorite unusual books, which help reveal his personality outside of his on-screen roles.

Feb 23 • 16:38 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

FIRST READING: Overwhelmed by asylum claims, Ottawa coped by ignoring security protocols

Canada's Immigration and Refugee Board eliminated many security screening protocols, resulting in 25,000 asylum claimants receiving refugee status without in-person interviews due to the overwhelming number of claims.

Feb 23 • 16:04 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Classic is Flying off the Shelves. But Gen Z Struggles to Read the Book.

The film adaptation of Emily Brontë's classic 'Wuthering Heights' has sparked renewed interest in the book, yet concerns about Generation Z's reading capability are emerging.

Feb 23 • 15:47 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Culture in the Ebersberg District: Discovering New Worlds Through Reading

Libraries in the Ebersberg district are promoting cultural exchange and community connection through a series of events centered around reading and storytelling.

Feb 23 • 14:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Your Next Reading: Ten Books Coming in March That You Will Want to Read

The article highlights ten must-read books being released in March 2023, showcasing various genres and notable authors.

Feb 23 • 14:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

KUKU › Peterkop: I hope and ask politicians for a sense of responsibility with the crisis law

The civil crisis and defense law proposal has stalled in the Estonian parliament following its first reading due to amendments and disputes related to them.

Feb 23 • 12:06 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Katie Porter holds ‘F--- TRUMP’ sign at California Democratic convention

Katie Porter displayed a sign reading 'F--- TRUMP' during the California Democratic Party's 2026 state convention, emphasizing her commitment to oppose Donald Trump in the upcoming elections.

Feb 23 • 11:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Russian Embassy: 'Victory is Ours' Banner is for World War II Victory Celebration... Will be Removed Soon

The Russian Embassy in South Korea has stated that a large banner reading 'Victory is Ours' displayed on its building is intended to strengthen patriotic unity among Russians in commemorating World War II, and it plans to remove the banner after the celebration.

Feb 23 • 08:58 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Couples Therapist Recommends: Which Tips Are Actually Useful?

A couples therapist emphasizes the importance of relationships and warns that not all advice is beneficial, highlighting essential reading for improving partnership dynamics.

Feb 23 • 08:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Political Role of the Tribe in Yemen: A Surgical Reading in the Identity Controversy

The article discusses the political role of tribes in Yemen as explored by late scholar Mohamed Mohsen Al-Dhahiri, emphasizing a nuanced perspective that critiques previous liberal and socialist views on tribalism.

Feb 23 • 07:58 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

"Victory will be ours": The banner of the Russian embassy that provoked a reaction in Seoul

South Korea condemned a banner reading "Victory will be ours" displayed at the Russian embassy in Seoul, reaffirming its stance against Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Feb 23 • 06:06 UTC

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