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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Clarification from the SRI

The Internal Revenue Service (SRI) of Ecuador has issued a clarification regarding the VAT refund for senior citizens in response to a letter published earlier.

Feb 25 • 14:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

"Would you take me next to you on the sauna benches?" - This is where Kari's adventure on the dating site ended

Kari, a resident of Eastern Finland, briefly explored online dating but chose to remain private about his experience due to fears of social backlash.

Feb 25 • 06:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

EU funds for Mazovia - improving the lives of seniors, the sick, and the lonely

The article discusses how EU funds are being allocated in the Mazovia region of Poland to enhance the quality of life for senior citizens, the ill, and individuals living alone.

Feb 17 • 03:50 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Just invest once... Earn ₹20,000 monthly from interest, enjoy a comfortable old age

The Indian government offers a Senior Citizens Savings Scheme through the post office for secure investment with good returns, allowing retirees to earn a regular monthly income and alleviate financial worries in old age.

Feb 16 • 02:42 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Life Behind Four Walls as an Adult: "My Room Costs More Than My Pension"

The article discusses the plight of adults sharing a house with minimal space and high rental costs in Madrid, focusing on a retiree whose room is a financial burden compared to her pension.

Feb 14 • 21:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Comment: The life of an elderly person is cheap – and it's becoming costly for Finland

This article discusses the troubling incidents surrounding elderly care in Finland, highlighting a recent death in a hospital and several alarming cases in care facilities that raise serious concerns about the treatment of senior citizens.

Feb 14 • 08:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

60+ Volleyball: Teams from São José dos Pinhais Shine in Paraná Championships

The Maturidade Ativa program in São José dos Pinhais promotes sports and social integration for seniors, achieving notable success in state volleyball competitions.

Feb 13 • 18:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Crime & Justice

Fraudsters in the Capital Extracted About 38.8 Thousand Euros from People

In Vilnius, Lithuania, senior citizens reported being defrauded out of a total of nearly 39,000 euros by scammers posing as utility and police officials.

Feb 12 • 06:35 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Calgary senior’s ‘living wish’ made a reality by local flying club

A 90-year-old woman, Louise Barnett, fulfilled her lifelong dream of flying over Ha-Ling Peak, thanks to the Calgary Flying Club and her retirement community.

Feb 12 • 00:25 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Abia senior citizens centre for social welfare, not cash handouts – Commissioner

The Abia State Government has clarified that the Senior Citizens Centre is focused on social welfare rather than providing cash handouts.

Feb 11 • 12:21 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Senior Citizens' Pension and Women’s Welfare: How to Locate Your Registration Module for February 2026

In February 2026, new beneficiaries can register for the Women's Welfare and Senior Citizens' pension programs in Mexico.

Feb 10 • 15:09 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

90-year-old MLA arrived at the assembly on a scooter

A 90-year-old MLA made headlines after arriving at the assembly on a scooter, showcasing a unique blend of age and determination.

Feb 10 • 11:34 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu’s foreign trips yielding local gains, warming global ties—Aide

According to Senior Special Assistant on Foreign Affairs Ademola Oshodi, President Tinubu's foreign trips are enhancing Nigeria's global partnerships and benefiting citizens at home.

Feb 9 • 10:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Post Office's Amazing Scheme, '0' Risk and Earning ₹17,000 Every Month

India's post office savings scheme offers a steady income with zero risk, allowing individuals to earn over ₹17,000 monthly post-retirement.

Feb 9 • 02:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Upper Palatinate: Phone Fraudsters Attempt to Deprive Senior of Gold Bars

Phone scammers in Upper Palatinate attempted to deceive an 83-year-old man into handing over gold bars worth tens of thousands of euros by posing as police officers.

Feb 3 • 14:23 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Breaking: Australian Foreign Ministry imposes additional sanctions on Iran in response to the regime's horrific use of violence against its people

Australia has announced additional sanctions targeting 20 individuals and 3 entities, including senior officials and organizations linked to the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, due to the regime's violent repression of its citizens.

Feb 3 • 01:59 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Common for children to use violence against their parents and the primaries of Samfylkingin

The increase in violence by children against parents is highlighted as twice the number of senior citizens sought help from Bjarkarhlíð last year, coinciding with the upcoming primaries of the Samfylkingin party in Reykjavík.

Jan 24 • 11:56 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

"It’s not good for people to be constantly spilling wine like this"

The chairman of the National Association of Senior Citizens expresses surprise over increased alcohol consumption among the elderly, highlighting the need for awareness and education about the dangers of alcohol.

Jan 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Disability pensioners earn more than senior citizens

Disability pensioners receive significantly higher salaries compared to senior citizens, approximately 51,000 krónur more per month based on current minimum pension rates.

Jan 16 • 22:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

A renowned Jesuit revealed what happened to him during the carol visit. 'She told me, although she was scared'

Jesuit priest Grzegorz Kramer SJ shared his experiences while visiting senior citizens in Wrocław during the Christmas carol season, recalling a surprising moment with a woman he had previously visited.

Jan 16 • 15:29 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Your playgrounds and senior citizens on bicycles are coming, says Brazilian urbanist Larissa Menescal after visiting Bratislava

Brazilian urbanist Larissa Menescal reflects on her visit to Bratislava, highlighting the city's integration of different historical periods and its vibrant urban life.

Jan 12 • 10:07 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Senior Citizens' Meeting in Unterschleißheim: A Shared Living Room Against Loneliness

A community space in Unterschleißheim is helping to combat loneliness among the elderly by providing a gathering place for social interaction and support.

Jan 7 • 09:55 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Home for the elderly in Zadar acquires a department for Alzheimer’s and dementia

A new specialized department for Alzheimer’s and other dementias has been opened at the Home for the elderly and infirm in Zadar, with the county emphasizing its commitment to improving social services for senior citizens.

Dec 27 • 18:40 UTC

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