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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: Who Should Declare Early and What Are the Advantages?

Declaring Income Tax 2026 early can offer taxpayers benefits, such as receiving refunds sooner, but it also carries the risk of errors that can lead to scrutiny.

Mar 23 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

5 discounts on basic services and VAT refund that all seniors can claim

In Ecuador, seniors over 65 years old can access various economic benefits to alleviate their financial burden, including VAT refunds and discounts on essential services.

Mar 20 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

More electricity customers report lack of reimbursement

An increasing number of electricity customers in Denmark are complaining that their electricity providers are failing to refund overpayments for their electricity consumption, despite a legal obligation to do so.

Mar 20 • 08:12 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

What you should pay attention to when checking your annual tax return

The article discusses the yearly tax refund process in Denmark, highlighting the amounts returned and owed by citizens.

Mar 20 • 05:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RS hospital is sentenced for illegally charging SUS patients since 2015 and will have to refund amounts in double

The Tribunal de Justiça do Rio Grande do Sul has ruled that Hospital São João must stop illegally charging patients covered by the SUS and return double the amounts collected since 2015.

Mar 20 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Clinic network where Mega-Sena winner died is sentenced to refund R$ 13,000 to patient in MT

A clinic network related to the death of a Mega-Sena lottery winner has been ordered to refund R$ 13.8 thousand to a patient due to a defective prosthesis, as well as pay R$ 8 thousand in damages.

Mar 19 • 22:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

New SMS Scam for "Refund" from EOPYY

The EOPYY warns insured individuals about a surge in misleading SMS messages promising refunds that lead to phishing sites.

Mar 19 • 09:50 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The VMI Sends a Message to Residents – Begins the Refund of Excess Individual Income Tax Payments

The Lithuanian State Tax Inspectorate (VMI) is starting to refund excess individual income taxes to residents’ designated bank accounts, urging taxpayers to verify their declarations.

Mar 19 • 06:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Court orders bank to refund customer N3.38m excess charges

A Nigerian court has ruled that Fidelity Bank Plc must refund N3.38 million to Ifeco Communications Limited for excess charges deducted from their account.

Mar 18 • 05:03 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: When Will I Receive the Refund?

The Federal Revenue of Brazil has announced the rules for Income Tax 2026, including the declaration deadlines and refund schedules.

Mar 18 • 03:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After green lines appeared on a cell phone screen, multinational manufacturer is ordered to compensate Brazilian customer

A multinational smartphone manufacturer was ordered by a Brazilian court to refund a customer and pay damages after the customer faced screen issues due to an update.

Mar 17 • 15:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Learn how to increase the refund of Income Tax 2026

The article provides tips for Brazilian taxpayers on maximizing their Income Tax refunds for the 2026 filing season by utilizing deductions and ensuring accurate reporting.

Mar 17 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Train delays: compensation claims to be easier under Great British Railways

Rail passengers in the UK will now be able to claim compensation for delayed trains directly from the ticket purchase website, simplifying the refund process under the new Great British Railways system.

Mar 17 • 00:01 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Teacher won a day with Simona Mohamsson – wants to return the purchase

A teacher in Sweden is seeking to claim a refund after receiving only three hours with Education Minister Simona Mohamsson instead of the promised full day for which she paid over 50,000 kronor.

Mar 16 • 20:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Those who send the declaration by May 10 can enter the first lot of Income Tax

Taxpayers who submit their Income Tax declaration by May 10 will have priority for refunds in the first batch set for May 29.

Mar 16 • 19:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deadline to join the agreement for illegal INSS discounts ends this Friday (20)

The deadline for pensioners to join the agreement for the refund of illegal INSS discounts ends this Friday.

Mar 16 • 14:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax Refund 2026 will have fewer batches and automatic payment; understand

In 2026, Brazilian taxpayers will see a reduction in the number of Income Tax refund batches and automatic payment features as outlined by the Receita Federal.

Mar 16 • 13:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: Refunds will be paid in four batches this year, first at the end of May

The Brazilian Federal Revenue published the rules for the 2026 Income Tax, outlining the refund schedule and prioritization criteria for taxpayers.

Mar 16 • 12:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The IRS will refund an average of $4,151 this year, but 2026 tax refunds will not be the same for everyone

The IRS is set to issue an average refund of $4,151 this tax season, although 2026 refunds may vary significantly among taxpayers due to recent legislative changes.

Mar 15 • 23:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Crime & Justice

Mikołaj Małecki: Going to prison for 50 groszy bail from the bottle return machine?

A man in Tarnowskie Góry faces potential criminal charges for allegedly attempting to defraud a bottle return machine by applying a false barcode to a beer bottle not eligible for a deposit refund.

Mar 14 • 15:24 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Can we get our money back, Noma? About 26,000 kroner, please

A column questioning whether Noma, the renowned restaurant, can refund customers their money.

Mar 13 • 09:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Offline classes stopped... FIITJEE will refund fees, what is the reason behind this?

FIITJEE has announced a fee refund for students affected by the temporary halt of offline classes at certain centers due to external factors and rumors.

Mar 13 • 08:30 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Airline must refund customers due to canceled flights during the Covid pandemic

An Icelandic airline is required to issue refunds to customers for flights canceled during the Covid pandemic.

Mar 13 • 05:39 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Airline must refund customers for canceled flights during the Covid pandemic

An Icelandic airline is required to provide refunds to customers for flights that were canceled due to the Covid pandemic.

Mar 13 • 05:39 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

He found a way to get a higher deposit refund. This man earns from bottles

A man in southern Poland has discovered a method to profit from the country's deposit-return system by leveraging duplicate deposit markings on beverage containers.

Mar 12 • 12:57 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

From Pink to The Mars Volta at Vive Latino: Which canceled concerts in Mexico offer refunds?

The article discusses the recent cancellations of several concerts in Mexico, including performances by Pink and The Mars Volta, and outlines the refund policies associated with these cancellations.

Mar 12 • 03:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vorcaro declared income of R$ 570 million in 2024 and received tax refund

Daniel Vorcaro reported an income of R$ 570 million for the year 2024 and received a tax refund of approximately R$ 28,000, as presented to a parliamentary commission in Brazil.

Mar 12 • 01:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

With declared income of R$ 570 million in 2024, Vorcaro received a tax refund

Daniel Vorcaro, owner of Banco Master, declared R$ 570 million in income for 2024 and received a tax refund despite being imprisoned on fraud charges.

Mar 11 • 23:03 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Some Taylor Swift fans to receive a refund on their Vancouver show tickets

Some Taylor Swift fans in Vancouver will receive refunds for tickets purchased through StubHub due to complaints about obstructed views.

Mar 11 • 19:41 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Voluntary tax return helps students reclaim deducted tax

Students in Slovakia can reclaim deducted tax by filing a voluntary tax return, which is necessary as refunds are not automatically issued by the government or employers.

Mar 11 • 11:57 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

URE calls on Tauron, PGE, Enea, and Energa to refund money for price freezing

The Polish energy regulator URE has mandated several energy companies to return money related to price freezing compensation contributions, citing discrepancies in their calculations.

Mar 11 • 10:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

HMRC says up to a million Brits owed £453 in tax refund

HMRC has warned that up to one million taxpayers in the UK may be missing out on an average tax refund of £453 due to unclaimed overpaid taxes.

Mar 11 • 03:18 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Annual Declaration: How Long Does SAT Take to Refund the Favorable Balance?

The article discusses the time frame and process for tax refund requests in Mexico through the SAT after submitting the annual income declaration.

Mar 10 • 20:14 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Average tax refund tops $3,700 midway through filing season, Treasury says

Taxpayers have received an average tax refund of over $3,700 as the filing season reaches its midpoint, with the Trump administration attributing this increase to new tax breaks.

Mar 10 • 17:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Did you buy something at the Kaziukas fair? An attorney explains when you can get your money back for goods

The article discusses consumer rights at the Kaziukas fair, emphasizing that the same protections apply to purchases made there as in stores, and outlines conditions under which refunds can be requested.

Mar 10 • 15:49 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

What is happening with the IRS refund: common mistakes during the tax season in the USA.

The article discusses common errors taxpayers make during the U.S. tax season and the associated delays in receiving IRS refunds.

Mar 9 • 19:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Contaminated Meat in Retail Chain: They Say They Will Refund Without a Receipt

A retail chain in Lithuania has recalled antibiotic-free marinated chicken thighs due to Salmonella contamination and promises refunds without requiring a purchase receipt.

Mar 9 • 14:54 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Failed wedding reservation resulted in a €2400 refund demand for the event planner

A consumer's wedding plans went awry due to a failed reservation, leading to a €2400 refund demand from the event planner.

Mar 9 • 11:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PRODUCT RECALL FOR HEALTH ⟩ Prisma recalls meat products contaminated with bacteria

Prisma is recalling Rakvere sausage infected with Listeria monocytogenes, urging customers to return the product for a refund without a receipt.

Mar 9 • 04:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

These allowances guarantee a large tax refund. [LIST] We explain how to take advantage of them

The article discusses the importance of understanding available tax deductions and allowances in Poland, urging taxpayers to review their annual tax returns to maximize refunds.

Mar 8 • 05:25 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

System for Refund of Illegal U.S. Tariffs to Be Prepared Within 45 Days, Amounting to 26 Trillion Yen

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection announced plans to prepare a system for refunding illegal tariffs deemed unconstitutional by the Supreme Court within 45 days, affecting approximately 26 trillion yen collected.

Mar 7 • 03:16 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Mario and Zelda like this: Nintendo sues the U.S. and demands a refund for Trump’s tariffs

Nintendo of America has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government, seeking reimbursement for tariffs imposed by former President Trump, which were subsequently annulled by the Supreme Court.

Mar 7 • 02:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

US Customs Agency says tariff refund system will be ready in 45 days

The US Customs and Border Protection is set to unveil a system in 45 days for processing refunds related to illegal import tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump.

Mar 6 • 18:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

US judge and lawyers to discuss how to refund $175bn in illegal Trump tariffs

A US judge will meet with government lawyers to discuss the refund process for $175 billion in illegally collected tariffs from over 300,000 importers.

Mar 6 • 15:42 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Dispute with Physicians' Association: Corona Tester Does Not Have to Refund Millions for Now

A court ruling prevents the Kassenärztliche Vereinigung Hessen from reclaiming over 56 million euros from a former operator of COVID-19 testing centers, though the decision allows for future legal actions.

Mar 6 • 11:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Medical expenses can increase income tax refund; understand how not to fall into the fine mesh

Including healthcare expenses in the 2026 income tax declaration may increase refunds or reduce taxes owed, but caution is advised due to the high incidence of audits associated with these claims.

Mar 6 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

US Court's Shock to Trump Tariffs, Refund of Billions of Dollars

The US International Trade Court has ruled that tariffs imposed by the Trump administration are illegal, ordering refunds to companies affected by these tariffs.

Mar 6 • 05:05 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Trump Receives Major Setback from US Court, Must Pay $175 Billion Refund!

A US federal court ruled that companies affected by invalid tariffs imposed by former President Trump are entitled to a substantial refund, potentially amounting to $175 billion.

Mar 6 • 03:56 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Attention, taxpayers: who is eligible for a refund of up to 5000 dollars from the IRS

The IRS is offering a refundable Adoption Credit of up to $5000 for eligible taxpayers who meet certain income limits and requirements.

Mar 6 • 02:18 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Lithuanian who canceled their trip to Egypt due to security concerns was stunned: they didn't expect such a response from the agency

A Lithuanian traveler canceled their trip to Egypt over safety concerns amid escalating conflicts, expressing frustration over the lack of refund from their travel agency.

Mar 5 • 16:41 UTC

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