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🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Warning from China to its Citizens in Russia

The Chinese consulate in Russia has alerted its citizens about a new law requiring military service for citizenship or residency, effective November 2025.

Mar 1 • 07:20 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Pickett in Support of the Russian Language in Riga Attracts Less Than 30 People

A protest in Riga against a proposed law banning the use of the Russian language in customer service drew a small crowd of around 25-27 people.

Feb 28 • 14:55 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Are we all tax evaders if we order food via delivery?

A new draft law in Estonia aims to clarify social tax accounting for services between individuals but raises questions about service users potentially becoming employers.

Feb 28 • 14:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
Crime & Justice

The story of the thief Alfredo Ríos Galeana: He was a soldier, singer, and escaped from prison three times

The article examines the life of Alfredo Ríos Galeana, a multifaceted individual who transitioned from military service to a notorious criminal career, escaping prison multiple times.

Feb 28 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Harrods faces legal action over £1-a-head dining charge not going to staff

Harrods is being sued over a £1 cover charge that is not shared with its restaurant staff, ahead of new legislation mandating tips and service charges be given to workers.

Feb 28 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Recruitment of 300 posts in Bihar, those related to law can apply

The Bihar Public Service Commission has announced vacancies for 300 posts of Prosecution Officer, inviting applications from candidates with legal qualifications.

Feb 28 • 06:06 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

End of Exceptions: Almost Everyone Must Report Revenue in eKasa

Slovakia's new law requires almost all sellers, including small vendors and service providers, to report their revenues electronically under the eKasa system, effective January.

Feb 27 • 12:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

VIDEO: municipal guard kicks man during approach at a shelter in Campinas

Footage shows a municipal guard kicking a man during an intervention inside a social service shelter in Campinas, Brazil, leading to an investigation by the authority.

Feb 26 • 19:13 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Why is China ‘reminding’ its male citizens in Russia about Moscow’s military service law?

The Chinese consulate in Russia has issued a notice informing its male nationals about a new Russian law that mandates military service for foreign men applying for long-term residency.

Feb 26 • 12:03 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Latvia has the highest proportion of women working in the police in the European Union

Latvia's National Police reported an increase in personnel in 2022 but still faces shortages; issues with workload, working conditions, and pay have led to resignations, while efforts are ongoing to retain and attract officers back to the service.

Feb 26 • 10:34 UTC
🇪🇨 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
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Faster Path to the Profession of Court Guardian

The Polish government has approved a draft law aimed at streamlining the recruitment process for court guardians and clarifying regulations within the judicial guardian service.

Feb 25 • 09:27 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Opportunity to become a Civil Judge... Know who can apply for this recruitment?

Bihar Public Service Commission has issued an official notification for the recruitment of Civil Judges, with applications starting on February 25.

Feb 25 • 05:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Paula, the 'service provider' for drug traffickers who fled with a million euros in supermarket bags

A major drug trafficking network operating in Spain and beyond was dismantled, resulting in significant arrests and the seizure of over 3,400 kilos of cocaine.

Feb 24 • 23:07 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Whistleblower: US immigration service agents' training is inappropriate

Ryan Schwank, a former law instructor at the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement Academy, resigned after claiming he was instructed to train recruits to violate the Constitution.

Feb 24 • 19:22 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

PiS wants to establish a new service that could arrest even civilians?

The Polish government party PiS proposed creating a new military formation based on the Military Gendarmerie to enhance internal security and police support, raising concerns over potential civilian arrests.

Feb 24 • 09:25 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine's Security Service classifies explosion in Mykolaiv as terrorist attack – photos

An explosion at a disused petrol station in Mykolaiv has been classified as a terrorist attack by Ukraine's Security Service, injuring several law enforcement officers.

Feb 23 • 20:17 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Contrary to electoral law, Ben Gvir uses police and prison service for political propaganda

National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir is using police and prison service resources for his political campaign, despite warnings from the election committee to cease these activities.

Feb 23 • 15:26 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Kuwait amends compulsory military service law for its citizens

Kuwait's army has announced amendments to its compulsory military service law, aiming to address shortcomings observed during its implementation.

Feb 23 • 09:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Armed man shot and killed after entering perimeter of Trump's residence

An armed man was shot dead by Secret Service agents after attempting to unlawfully enter Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate.

Feb 22 • 15:09 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Intruder Shot at Donald Trump's Residence 'Mar-a-Lago'

An intruder attempting to unlawfully enter Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago estate was shot by law enforcement while Trump was in Washington, D.C.

Feb 22 • 14:21 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Man shot dead near Mar-a-Lago

A man in his thirties was shot dead by police and Secret Service agents at Mar-a-Lago after he brandished a shotgun and a gas cylinder.

Feb 22 • 14:19 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Authorities of Pichincha reject approval of Efficiency of Spending Law in GAD: 'Social service and care programs will continue to function'

Authorities in Pichincha, Ecuador, have voiced strong opposition to the recently passed Efficiency of Spending Law that mandates financial allocations for local governments.

Feb 21 • 20:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: SAPS to Welcome New Members of the Special Task Force

The South African Police Service is welcoming 13 new Special Task Force Operators to its elite unit trained for high-risk operations.

Feb 20 • 13:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Water Management Control Based on the Water Law Act

The article discusses a promotional offer combining access to Polish and international journalism, including The New York Times, but lacks information on water management law specifics.

Feb 20 • 03:40 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Gaza Administration Committee Opens Applications for Police Service

The Gaza Administration Committee has opened applications to join the Palestinian police force, inviting qualified individuals to apply.

Feb 19 • 15:27 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

PST investigates breach of security law after VG case

Norway's Police Security Service is investigating a security law breach related to the publication of a classified letter by VG about delays in military operations.

Feb 19 • 09:09 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kyriakos Mitsotakis: Antonis Manitakis was a leading constitutionalist and devoted teacher

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis pays tribute to the late Antonis Manitakis, recognizing him as a prominent constitutional scholar and dedicated educator who served the country with a sense of duty.

Feb 18 • 17:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The Russian secret service FSB can shut down the internet and mobile phones, it has a law from Putin

The article discusses the Russian FSB's legal authority to shut down internet and mobile services as per a law instituted by President Putin.

Feb 18 • 16:26 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

K. Tasoulas on Antonis Manitakis: He was a distinguished professor, with a rich scientific work and a significant contribution to public life

Greek President Konstantinos Tasoulas honored the late Antonis Manitakis, a prominent constitutional law professor, for his substantial contributions to academia and public service.

Feb 18 • 16:14 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Tassoulas: 'Antonis Manitakis shaped generations of lawyers, cultivating respect for the Constitution'

Constantinos Tassoulas expressed his condolences for the loss of Antonis Manitakis, highlighting his significant contributions to law and constitutional respect.

Feb 18 • 15:46 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Police and Rescue Service oppose smoking ban on balconies

The Police and Rescue Service in Estonia are against enshrining a smoking ban on balconies into law, suggesting that agreements among residents would be a more effective solution.

Feb 18 • 10:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

STT on Initiated Changes to the Penal Code: We Have No Data on Possible Illegal Compensation for Actions in the Seimas

The Lithuanian Special Investigation Service reports a lack of evidence regarding illegal lobbying amid ongoing discussions about changes to the Penal Code in the Seimas.

Feb 18 • 09:13 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Raids in the offices of politicians, visits by the Special Investigative Service, and an interrogation reminiscent of a performance: everything we know so far

Last week, raids took place in the homes and offices of two members of the Lithuanian Parliament as part of a widespread corruption investigation.

Feb 17 • 16:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

It is official: dollars will be deposited into the bank accounts of all people who meet this condition

New regulations following the Social Security Equity Law could lead to dollar deposits for affected citizens in the U.S.

Feb 17 • 14:21 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukrainian law enforcement finds and detains Odesa car bomber within 24 hours

Ukrainian authorities have apprehended a suspect in a car bombing in Odesa just a day after the incident.

Feb 17 • 11:18 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Teresa Siudem: Civil Service - There is a Diagnosis, but No Prescription

A new document outlines the current state of Poland's civil service, highlighting major issues and strategic goals for improvement, but emphasizes that it lacks the legal enforceability of a formal law.

Feb 17 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

AADE: The Superweapon DEOS is Coming – Who Will Be Targeted

Greece's Independent Authority for Public Revenue (AADE) is set to launch a new service named DEOS, focused on combating various financial crimes.

Feb 16 • 04:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Public Law Cultural Radio: The Collection Service

The article reviews the programming and reforms of the public cultural radio station Bayern 2 in Germany, highlighting recent cultural events and discussions.

Feb 15 • 10:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Woman arrested upon receiving abortion medication through the mail in Goiás, says Civil Police

A woman was arrested in Goiás, Brazil, for receiving an illegal shipment of abortion medication sent through the postal service.

Feb 14 • 23:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PHOTOS ⟩ Legendary policeman Koit Pikaro is laid to rest

Today, a legendary Estonian policeman and former politician, Koit Pikaro, is honored with a funeral service in Tallinn's Kaarli Church after passing away at the age of 76 last Saturday.

Feb 14 • 10:11 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Youth Protection Debacle: Porn-Free Freedom

A German court ruling states that the media authority cannot order internet service providers to block access to pornographic websites, highlighting failures in youth protection laws in Germany.

Feb 13 • 17:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

New Citizen Service: The City of Haar Offers Free Legal Advice

The city of Haar in Germany is now providing free legal advice to its residents on matters such as tenant rights and employment issues.

Feb 13 • 15:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Media: Law enforcement extended the detention of the suspect Taraškevičius in the corruption case at the Plant Production Service

The detention of M. Taraškevičius, a suspect in a large-scale corruption case, has been extended for an additional three months following ongoing investigations by law enforcement agencies in Lithuania.

Feb 13 • 07:13 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Innovative Anti-Bullying Law

Argentina's Mendoza province has introduced a law imposing fines and educational community service on adults for bullying behavior by minors in their care.

Feb 13 • 04:05 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
Crime & Justice

After Completing the Investigation, the Investigation Division Announces Again: Kobbi Yaakobi, Head of the Israel Prison Service, Should Be Indicted

The Israeli Police Investigations Department has announced its intent to indict Kobbi Yaakobi, head of the Israel Prison Service, following a completed investigation into alleged misconduct.

Feb 12 • 15:22 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Most Demanded Social Sciences Programs in Universities; Interest in the Service Sector Decreases

The number of male students in Latvia's universities is increasing while female enrollment is slightly declining, with a growing demand for social sciences, business studies, and law programs.

Feb 12 • 10:24 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Latvia Post's universal postal service commitments extended for two years

The Latvian Parliament has extended the commitments of the universal postal service for an additional two years, ensuring quality postal services are available continually across the country.

Feb 12 • 05:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TJ-SP appeals the decision of Minister Flávio Dino that suspended illegal 'extras' in public service

The São Paulo Court of Justice is appealing a Supreme Court decision that suspended illegal additional payments in the public sector.

Feb 11 • 23:36 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

After deciding to support the enlistment exemption law, the leader of Degel HaTorah clarifies: no yeshiva student will go to the army

Rabbi Dov Lando, the leader of Degel HaTorah, asserts that no yeshiva student will serve in the army, regardless of government decisions, following reports of a law on enlistment exemptions being pushed by his party.

Feb 11 • 19:32 UTC

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