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๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
Crime & Justice

Flight Cancellations Due to Middle East Airspace Control Require Refunds and Rebookings... But It's Actually a Phishing Text

A recent spike in phishing attempts exploiting concerns surrounding the Middle East situation has led officials to issue a warning against false messages about flight cancellations.

Mar 23 โ€ข 03:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

You may have paid HMRC too much tax and not realise - check if you are 'out of pocket'

Experts warn that millions of UK taxpayers may be owed refunds due to errors in PAYE tax codes.

Mar 21 โ€ข 16:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ 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 โ€ข 15:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Energy supplier sends refunds and ยฃ50 payments to customers

Ofgem's investigation into Farringdon Energy has resulted in customer refunds and ยฃ50 compensation due to serious mismanagement leading to overcharging.

Mar 20 โ€ข 13:13 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

More report missing refunds for electricity

An increasing number of consumers in Denmark are complaining about their electricity providers not refunding overpayments made in advance for electricity consumption.

Mar 20 โ€ข 08:56 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The deadline to contest undue INSS discounts ends this Friday (20); see how to do it

Retirees and pensioners of INSS have until this Friday to contest unauthorized association discounts from their benefits and apply for reimbursements.

Mar 20 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

Year-End Review on the Way: Here are five things you should particularly watch out for

As tax season approaches in Denmark, citizens are reminded about the process of receiving refunds or owing taxes based on previous payments.

Mar 20 โ€ข 05:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ 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 โ€ข 05:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Customers upset with new car... Mahindra offers refunds!

Mahindra has launched the second batch of its popular electric car BE 6 Batman Edition, leading to dissatisfaction among earlier buyers and prompting the company to offer a buyback option.

Mar 19 โ€ข 10:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 09:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Some will get thousands back, others will remain in debt: VMI explains why this happens

The Lithuanian tax authority explains discrepancies in income tax refunds, highlighting that individual circumstances dictate whether a taxpayer receives money back or has to pay additional taxes.

Mar 19 โ€ข 06:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

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

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

Mar 19 โ€ข 06:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

English and Scottish households could get 'ยฃ1,000s back' with Martin Lewis check

Martin Lewis encourages English and Scottish households to check their Council Tax band, as many may be owed refunds due to being overcharged.

Mar 17 โ€ข 11:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Tรตnis Sildaru, accused in Kaljulaid's personal crusade, refunds the award and renounces A-category support

Tรตnis Sildaru has decided to refuse the financial rewards and support associated with his son Henry's Olympic silver medal due to lacking a coaching qualification.

Mar 17 โ€ข 07:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 07:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 19:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Declaration of bets, superlot of refunds, and alerts from the fine mesh: the news of Income Tax

The 2026 Income Tax declaration features changes regarding reimbursement payments, alerts for the tax compliance system, and a specific section for bet winnings.

Mar 16 โ€ข 15:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Income Tax 2026: IRS will have 'cashback' for those who had withholdings last year but did not file a declaration

The Brazilian Federal Revenue Secretary announced a new 'cashback' initiative for taxpayers with withholdings who failed to file their income tax returns in 2025.

Mar 16 โ€ข 13:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

IRS will have cashback from income tax refunds; see the news about Income Tax 2026

The Brazilian IRS announced an early payment and a special 'cashback' initiative for those who didn't have to declare income in 2026 but had tax withheld in 2025.

Mar 16 โ€ข 12:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 12:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Holiday packages, the EU changes the rules: more protections on refunds and cancellations

The EU is revising holiday package regulations to enhance consumer protections related to refunds and cancellations.

Mar 16 โ€ข 09:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

The War Has an Exclusion from Travel Insurance, Yet Money Can Still Be Recovered

Despite travel insurance exclusions due to war, it is possible to recover costs under certain conditions.

Mar 16 โ€ข 08:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 23:12 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Fuming fans demand refunds as Legally Blonde: The Musical hit by new setback

Fans of Legally Blonde: The Musical in Milton Keynes are demanding refunds after a concert version of the show was performed due to cast illness.

Mar 15 โ€ข 22:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
World

What will happen to the money of fans who bought tickets for the Finalissima Spain vs. Argentina?

The organizers of the Qatar Football Festival 2026 have decided to cancel the event, including the Finalissima match, and will issue refunds to ticket holders.

Mar 15 โ€ข 20:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Class Action Lawsuit Succeeds. Qantas Airways to Pay Passengers Billions, Initially Offered Only Vouchers

A class action lawsuit has forced Qantas Airways to pay billions to passengers after they were initially offered only vouchers for cancelled flights.

Mar 13 โ€ข 19:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ RUV Frettir
National & Local

480 receive refunds due to two travel agencies

A total of 480 individuals are receiving refunds because of issues related to two travel agencies in Iceland.

Mar 13 โ€ข 10:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Vouchers Instead of Cash in Travel Agencies. "We Are Returning to a Proven Tool"

A Polish parliamentary committee has approved a project to reinstate the use of vouchers in travel agencies instead of cash refunds for canceled trips.

Mar 13 โ€ข 09:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ 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 โ€ข 05:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ 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 โ€ข 05:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

A group of customers is suing Costco for the return of tariffs annulled by the US Supreme Court

Customers are suing Costco for refunds of tariffs that the US Supreme Court declared illegal, citing improper use of emergency powers by the Trump administration.

Mar 12 โ€ข 19:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How to Access Discounts and Refunds at Butcher Shops with Virtual Wallets During March

The article discusses various discounts and cash-back offers available at butcher shops in Argentina for March 2026 through virtual wallets, amidst rising food prices.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ The Moscow Times
National & Local

Travelers With Canceled Trips to Middle East to Receive Refunds, PM Mishustin Says

Russian Prime Minister Mikhail Mishustin announced that travel companies will provide refunds to Russians whose trips to the Middle East have been canceled due to the ongoing Iran war.

Mar 12 โ€ข 16:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Raล›: 12 thousand tourists have returned to the country. Now it's time to support travel agencies

Poland's Vice Minister Raล› announced the activation of the Tourist Assistance Fund to help travel agencies and their clients amid ongoing issues related to canceled trips.

Mar 12 โ€ข 13:01 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Victims of voice phishing will also receive refunds for lost coins... Compensation for virtual asset victims begins in October

Starting in October, victims of voice phishing who have lost virtual assets will be eligible for refunds under a new law.

Mar 12 โ€ข 07:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ 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 โ€ข 03:18 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Customers Pressure Costco in the US: Demand Refunds for Trump Tariff Payments

A Costco member has filed a lawsuit against the retailer demanding refunds for price increases caused by tariffs imposed during the Trump administration.

Mar 12 โ€ข 00:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆ 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 โ€ข 19:41 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Dennรญk 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 โ€ข 11:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Gasoline and diesel: how to take advantage of discounts of up to 30% and refunds during March

Major oil companies and banks in Argentina have introduced a series of promotions and refunds to help motorists cope with high fuel prices in March 2026.

Mar 10 โ€ข 21:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ 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 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 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 โ€ข 15:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Delays in รŽle-de-France transportation: the compensation campaign opens this Wednesday

A compensation campaign for รŽle-de-France commuters affected by transportation delays begins on March 11, allowing eligible users to apply for refunds due to ongoing punctuality issues.

Mar 10 โ€ข 13:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท 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 โ€ข 19:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น 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 โ€ข 14:54 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Small business owners doubt theyโ€™ll see refunds after supreme court invalidates Trumpโ€™s tariffs

The US Supreme Court invalidated former President Trump's tariffs, potentially allowing $175 billion in refunds for affected businesses, yet many small business owners remain skeptical about receiving these funds due to ambiguous claims processes.

Mar 9 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ด Aftenposten
National & Local

The first tax returns are being sent out now: โ€“ Check carefully

Norwegians are advised to carefully check their tax returns being sent out, as 2.7 million are expected to receive tax refunds this year.

Mar 9 โ€ข 05:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ 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 โ€ข 05:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Improved: Deutsche Bank abolishes card fee for payments in euros again

Deutsche Bank has decided to abolish a controversial fee associated with the use of the Lufthansa Miles & More credit card for payments made in euros, promising refunds for fees already paid.

Mar 7 โ€ข 07:16 UTC

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