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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The document submission process will be eased for the needy and low-income individuals

New amendments proposed in Latvia aim to ease document submission for social service benefits to reduce bureaucracy for low-income citizens.

Mar 23 • 08:54 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

From June, even more residents will receive this benefit: who will be fortunate

Starting from June, a wider circle of residents will be eligible for child benefits, including those without adequate social insurance history.

Mar 23 • 07:10 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"Re:Check": Does Prime Minister Siliņa tell the truth about the increase in benefits and adapted shelters?

The article analyzes claims made by Prime Minister Siliņa regarding increased social benefits for families in Latvia, particularly focusing on child support payments and demographic investments.

Mar 23 • 06:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

"Why would anyone collect sticks?" Yle investigated what one must do in Denmark to earn benefits

The article discusses Denmark's new work obligation model for unemployed immigrants, highlighting the experiences of Goodluck Yamwaka, who is required to perform community service to qualify for welfare benefits.

Mar 23 • 03:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Presenting Yourself in the 'Digital Showcase': A Psychologist Evaluates the Benefits and Risks of Social Networks

The article discusses the dual nature of social network usage, highlighting both its benefits and risks as viewed by psychologist Melne.

Mar 22 • 14:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Increased Number of Housing Benefit Recipients in Limbaži Due to Cold Winter

Housing benefits in Limbaži have increased by 23% this year as more households apply for assistance due to rising utility expenses from the cold winter.

Mar 22 • 11:36 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Final report of the urgent project that encourages the construction of social interest housing approved

The National Assembly's Economic Development Commission in Ecuador approved a report to incentivize the construction of social interest housing through tax benefits from private sector donations.

Mar 22 • 00:31 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Pensions, lump sums, benefits: All payments from EFKA - DYPA for the upcoming week

A total of €2,474,479,875 will be distributed to 4,302,450 beneficiaries from March 23 to March 27 as part of scheduled payments from e-EFKA and the Public Employment Service.

Mar 21 • 10:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

AI for Good Hackathon: UBITECH and Microsoft join forces to develop Artificial Intelligence solutions with social impact

UBITECH enhances its strategic collaboration with Microsoft to advance AI solutions aimed at social benefits, becoming a certified partner in the process.

Mar 20 • 10:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bolsa Família benefit begins to be paid in Amazonas; see calendar

The Bolsa Família program has commenced payments for March to nearly 600,000 families in Amazonas, with federal investments exceeding R$ 441 million.

Mar 19 • 15:43 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Television: The Invented Social Parasite

Yannis B., a self-proclaimed 'unemployed influencer,' shares a lifestyle of leisure and perceived benefits of unemployment on social media, but recent revelations raise questions about the authenticity of his narrative.

Mar 19 • 14:46 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Strong criticism when connecting benefits to wages was approved

The Icelandic parliament approved a bill linking benefits to the wage index, facing significant criticism from opposition members and various experts.

Mar 19 • 14:30 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Approval to link public insurance to wage index

Icelandic authorities have approved a decision to link public insurance benefits to the wage index, which will likely impact citizens' financial support.

Mar 19 • 14:07 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Payment Date of Anses: the payment schedule for Thursday, March 19

The Anses agency continues its payment schedule for various social security benefits on Thursday, March 19, including pensions and child allowances.

Mar 19 • 10:04 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Early retirement is more advantageous for some than before. What has changed and how to apply for it

The article discusses recent changes to early retirement policies in Czechia, highlighting benefits and application procedures.

Mar 19 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Can a grandmother caring for her grandson count on 800+ and 300+? NSA responded

A Polish grandmother who was granted custody of her granddaughter is facing challenges obtaining child benefits from social security, which claims she does not qualify due to her limited legal status.

Mar 19 • 09:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Artur Nowak-Far: The state should properly weigh the benefits and costs of intervention

Artur Nowak-Far argues that the state must effectively balance the benefits and costs of regulatory interventions to avoid regulatory illusions that fail to achieve intended social goals.

Mar 19 • 04:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Social Capital: When Investment Strengthens Cooperatives and Communities

The article discusses the significance of social capital investment in cooperatives like Sicredi, highlighting its benefits for both the cooperative and local communities.

Mar 18 • 23:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The government approved the plan for next year's budget: negotiations are set to begin in the summer

The Lithuanian government has outlined its approach for preparing next year's budget, with negotiations expected to start in the summer.

Mar 18 • 12:48 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Payment date for Anses: the payment schedule for this Wednesday, March 18

The National Administration of Social Security (Anses) continues its payment schedule for March, including pensions and social benefits for various groups.

Mar 18 • 10:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

INSS starts payment of March benefits; see calendar

The National Institute of Social Security (INSS) in Brazil begins disbursing payments for March benefits starting from Wednesday, March 25.

Mar 18 • 03:01 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

It is worth knowing: These people may now lose their sense of boundaries

The article discusses the potential effects of a celestial event on certain individuals, suggesting a risk of moral and material deterioration, while also offering relaxation benefits.

Mar 17 • 20:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Who Can Request Economic Assistance for Unemployed Persons from Anses

This article outlines the eligibility criteria and application process for economic assistance provided by Argentina's Anses to individuals who are unemployed.

Mar 17 • 13:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Universal Child Allowance: How much is the AUH in April 2026 with the confirmed increase

The Universal Child Allowance (AUH) benefits from a 2.90% increase in April 2026, reflecting the recent inflation rate published by Argentina’s Indec.

Mar 17 • 12:42 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Payment Date of Anses: The Payment Schedule for This Tuesday, March 17

The Anses continues its payment schedule for retirees and social benefit recipients on March 17, 2023, with updates reflecting recent inflation adjustments.

Mar 17 • 11:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

INSS queue returns to decrease, and president of the institute talks about reducing to 1.3 million requests this year

The president of Brazil's National Institute of Social Security (INSS) announced a reduction in the waiting queue for benefits, aiming for 1.3 million requests by the end of the year.

Mar 17 • 07:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Government Reform Plans: What Will Happen to Housing Benefits in the Future?

Germany's government is undergoing a reform of its social welfare system that may impact housing benefits for low-income households as debates intensify.

Mar 16 • 17:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deadline to contest unauthorized INSS deductions ends this Friday (20); see how it works

Retirees and pensioners in Brazil have until March 20 to contest unauthorized association deductions from their National Social Security Institute (INSS) benefits.

Mar 16 • 15:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anses when I get paid: the payment schedule for this Monday, March 16

The Argentine social security agency Anses begins its payment schedule for March today, including benefits for retirees, Universal Child Allowance recipients, and those receiving non-contributory pensions.

Mar 16 • 11:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

ANSeS from March 16 to 20: payment schedule, how much to collect, and who can claim

ANSeS is scheduled to pay out pensions and minimum retirement benefits from March 16 to 20, 2023, organized by the last digit of the national identification number (DNI).

Mar 16 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anses Calendar: Which social benefits are paid in the week of March 16 to 20

This article outlines the social benefits that will be distributed by Anses during the week of March 16 to 20, 2026, including pensions and family allowances.

Mar 15 • 14:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Elderly man whose retirement was suspended after being declared dead for the second time said he is living on donations: 'I can’t take working anymore'

José Borges da Silva, an 81-year-old man in Brazil, is struggling financially after his retirement benefits were suspended for the second time due to being mistakenly declared dead.

Mar 15 • 13:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'My House, My Life' program benefits 192 families in new residential area in Manaus; check the list

The 'My House, My Life' program has provided housing for 192 families in a new residential complex in Manaus, Brazil.

Mar 14 • 23:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Goodbye to retirement at 67: the new age to receive Social Security changes everything in the US.

In the US, the retirement age for receiving full Social Security benefits has become a significant topic, with new nuances affecting people's financial futures.

Mar 14 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

e-EFKA & DYPA: Payments from March 16 to March 20

A total of €77,263,470.40 will be distributed to 87,257 beneficiaries between March 16 and March 20 as part of scheduled payments from e-EFKA and the Public Employment Service.

Mar 14 • 11:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Elderly man has retirement suspended after being declared dead for the 2nd time

An 81-year-old man in Brazil has lost his retirement benefits for the second time after being erroneously declared dead due to a system mix-up.

Mar 14 • 08:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

It is known how much the 14th pension will be. It is known who will not receive the benefit

The 14th pension payment in Poland will increase alongside the 13th pension due to a 5.3% rise starting from March 1, 2026, but eligibility is restricted by specific financial criteria.

Mar 13 • 18:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Is Cancer Caused by Birth Control Pills? Women Using Pills Should Know

Recent viral claims on social media suggest that birth control pills are classified as 'Group 1 carcinogens' by the WHO, causing fear among women who use them, but the reality is more nuanced with both risks and benefits associated with their use.

Mar 13 • 14:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

INSS holds medical examination and social assessment drive in seven cities in Pará this weekend

The National Institute of Social Security (INSS) is conducting a medical examination and social assessment drive in seven cities of Pará to expedite the processing of disability and social assistance benefits.

Mar 13 • 14:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The enormous regional inequality in dependency: from 559 days of waiting in Murcia to 113 in Castilla and León

A report highlights significant regional disparities in Spain's dependency assistance system, with wait times for benefits varying dramatically between regions.

Mar 13 • 12:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Anses when do I collect: the payment schedule for this Friday, March 13

The ANSES continues its payment schedule for various social benefits on March 13, including pensions and allowances for families and prenatal care in Argentina.

Mar 13 • 10:47 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Stricter Conditions for Maintaining Unemployment Status from April 1

From April, only those individuals with no income from economic activity will be eligible for unemployment status and benefits in Latvia.

Mar 12 • 17:48 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

What conditions must social interest housing meet for donation and tax benefit

The article discusses the conditions that social interest housing must comply with to qualify for donations and tax benefits under a new law in Ecuador.

Mar 12 • 16:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Munich Volunteer Fair: "A motivation for engagement can also be how it benefits myself"

The Munich Volunteer Fair celebrates its 20th anniversary, featuring over 50 organizations for people interested in volunteering.

Mar 12 • 10:48 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

A Detail on Page 35 Reveals That the Social Democrats Are Ready to Pass the Pension Bill onto Thousands of Danes

The Social Democrats' proposal for an improved Arne pension may lead to reduced pension benefits for high-paid academics in Denmark.

Mar 12 • 09:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Minister defends that formal work contracts for coffee harvesters reduce exploitation without affecting benefits like Bolsa Família

The Brazilian Minister of Labor advocates for formal employment contracts for coffee harvesters to prevent exploitation and clarify that this would not affect their eligibility for social benefits such as Bolsa Família.

Mar 11 • 19:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Additional Money After 75 Years of Age. As of March, Benefits Increased

The accessibility and amount of caretaker benefits for seniors in Poland have been updated, particularly impacting those over 75 years old starting March 2023.

Mar 11 • 19:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

How to apply for unemployment benefits at ANSeS if you lose your job

The article provides detailed information on how to apply for unemployment benefits in Argentina through ANSeS for workers who have lost their jobs involuntarily.

Mar 11 • 14:33 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

From April, the rules for maintaining unemployment status and benefits will change

From April 1, individuals must not earn any income to retain their unemployment status and benefits under new amendments to the law in Latvia.

Mar 11 • 14:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man wanted for robbery and murder is arrested in the interior of SP

A man wanted for robbery and murder was arrested in São Roque, SP, using a false identity to obtain social benefits.

Mar 11 • 14:07 UTC

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