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🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

New "Exoikonomo" and "Change Device" – The conditions, the funding model

Over 340,000 households are expected to participate in Greece's new energy-saving programs set to be launched under the Social Climate Fund.

Mar 22 • 08:03 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

In Quintana Roo, nearly 30,000 Mexican women receive the Women Wellbeing Pension: Ariadna Montiel

Ariadna Montiel announced that nearly 30,000 women in Quintana Roo are beneficiaries of the Women Wellbeing Pension as part of social programs aimed at combating inequality in Mexico.

Mar 21 • 04:16 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Hochul pleads for wealthy New Yorkers to return from red states like Florida, Texas as tax base 'eroded'

New York Governor Kathy Hochul urges wealthy residents who have relocated to states with lower taxes, like Florida and Texas, to return to New York to help bolster the state's eroding tax base necessary for funding social programs.

Mar 19 • 16:28 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
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bolsa Família 2026: Payments for March start this Wednesday; see calendar

The Caixa Econômica Federal will begin the March payments for the Bolsa Família program on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, with beneficiaries receiving payments based on the final digit of their social identification number (NIS).

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

Second list of 'Minha Casa, Minha Vida' is released with 192 families contemplated in Manaus; check it out

The second list of beneficiaries for the 'Minha Casa, Minha Vida' program has revealed that 192 families in Manaus will receive housing support.

Mar 18 • 00:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When is the last payment day of the Return to Work Program

The Argentine government announces that the Return to Work Program will end on April 9, with the last payment scheduled for that month.

Mar 17 • 18:44 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Government eliminates a social plan, announced that it will pay the last installment in April and then there will be vouchers

The Argentine government has announced the termination of the Volver al Trabajo program effective April, replacing cash payments with vouchers for vocational training.

Mar 17 • 16:28 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Controversial games in summer camps: "Fortunately, times have changed"

A recent social media revival of controversial games played at a summer camp for girls in Iceland has sparked discussions about their appropriateness.

Mar 16 • 15:44 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Valga County Vocational Training Center Starts Drone Education

The Valga County Vocational Training Center in Estonia is introducing new four-year vocational education programs including unmanned vehicle technology, logistics, automotive repair technology, woodworking, social studies, and tourism services.

Mar 16 • 07:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

What did the PT do to take Brazil out of the trash? Nothing

The article criticizes the Brazilian Workers' Party (PT) for failing to enact significant changes during its years in power, suggesting that programs like Bolsa Família have been manipulated for political gain rather than for genuine social improvement.

Mar 16 • 03:32 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
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The Audit Will Evaluate the Effectiveness of the SIF's Operations

The Latvian Ministry of Culture has announced a procurement for auditing the effectiveness of the Social Integration Fund's functions and support programs, with a contract value of nearly €42,000.

Mar 14 • 16:26 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

City Hall opens housing registration for families interested in housing programs in the interior of Bahia

The City Hall of Santo Antônio de Jesus has launched a municipal housing registration aimed at families facing housing deficits.

Mar 13 • 21:07 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Quito analyzes adjustments in programs and employee staff due to Cootad reform

Quito is considering adjustments to its employee staff and social programs following a reform to the Cootad that changes municipal budget allocations.

Mar 12 • 17:53 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Alberta government ends funding for Edmonton housing program

The Alberta government is reallocating funding from Boyle Street Community Services' housing initiative, citing inadequate results compared to other programs.

Mar 11 • 23:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Alagoinhas City Hall publishes list of eligible candidates for Minha Casa Minha Vida

The City Hall of Alagoinhas has published the first list of eligible candidates for the Minha Casa Minha Vida housing program.

Mar 11 • 12:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Mega-Sena completes 30 years with R$ 43.8 billion in prizes and 980 million-dollar tickets

The Mega-Sena lottery in Brazil celebrates its 30th anniversary, having distributed R$ 43.8 billion in prizes and generated R$ 115.2 billion in total game receipts.

Mar 11 • 03:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Florianópolis considers blocking Bolsa Família benefits for homeless individuals who refuse assistance

The city of Florianópolis is evaluating the possibility of suspending Bolsa Família benefits for homeless individuals who decline participation in shelter and employment programs.

Mar 10 • 19:28 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Rosa Icela Rodríguez presents progress on Addressing Causes in the Security Strategy

The Mexican government outlines advancements in its National Security Strategy, focusing on at-risk youth in high-crime municipalities.

Mar 10 • 17:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ana Castela and Menos é Mais perform free shows for the 77th anniversary of Poá; see the schedule

The artists Ana Castela and Menos é Mais will perform free concerts as part of Poá's 77th anniversary celebrations, which will include various activities and contributions to local social programs.

Mar 10 • 14:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Datafolha: Most Brazilians Get Political Information from TV Programs and Social Media

A recent Datafolha survey reveals that a majority of Brazilians rely on TV programs and social media platforms for political information.

Mar 10 • 02:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

A gang that obtained social plans and kept half of the beneficiaries' money was convicted

A gang in Argentina was convicted for fraudulently obtaining social welfare programs and taking half of the beneficiaries' financial aid.

Mar 9 • 14:28 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

SEC TURNER, GOV SANDERS: Why HUD’s proposed rule is a springboard to the American Dream

The article discusses the need for reform in HUD's housing assistance programs to promote work and self-sufficiency, particularly for non-elderly, able-bodied individuals currently relying on government support.

Mar 9 • 10:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

International Women’s Day 2026: These are the assistance programs for Mexican women

On International Women’s Day, the Secretary of Welfare highlighted the federal government’s social programs aimed at recognizing women's contributions to the country's development.

Mar 8 • 18:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Women's Day in Belém: Action Offers More Than 30 Free Services at the City Park

The 'For All of Them' program celebrates International Women's Day in Belém by providing over 30 free services aimed at women and their families.

Mar 6 • 23:38 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Orillas: a project to grow in community

Orillas is an Argentine initiative aimed at reducing educational gaps and enhancing personal and professional growth through family-oriented educational programs.

Mar 6 • 20:58 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Claudia Sheinbaum's morning conference today March 6: Follow it live here

President Claudia Sheinbaum holds a morning conference in Guadalajara, discussing current projects and future plans, accompanied by key officials.

Mar 6 • 12:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Five years of expulsion for fraud. A woman received humanitarian benefits while not living in the Czech Republic

A woman faces a five-year expulsion from the Czech Republic after being found guilty of fraudulent collection of humanitarian benefits despite not residing in the country.

Mar 5 • 10:54 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Unearthed video shows Dem candidate supporting 'reallocation' of police funding to social service programs

A video resurfaced showing JoAnna Mendoza, a Democratic candidate for Congress, advocating for reallocating police funding to social services, despite her campaign's current stance against defunding the police.

Mar 5 • 01:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Ação da Cidadania opens 60 free spots for gastronomy courses in Rio

Ação da Cidadania is offering 60 free spots in social gastronomy courses in Rio de Janeiro, with classes starting in April 2024.

Mar 5 • 00:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Discussion in Parliament on the Idea of Banning Social Media for Young People: Alternatives Proposed

There is a discussion in the Lithuanian Parliament about potential regulations to limit social media access for young people and the importance of media literacy programs.

Mar 1 • 13:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Social benefits register duplicity and frauds, says study; Haddad talks about reformulation

A study highlights concerns over duplicity and fraud in Brazil's social benefits, prompting Minister Haddad to propose a reform of these programs.

Feb 28 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maranhão Carnival Generates Income for Beneficiaries of Mais Renda and Minha Renda

The Maranhão Carnival 2026 not only provided joy but also generated income for hundreds of local informal vendors through state support programs for small entrepreneurs.

Feb 26 • 19:09 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Investigation points to embezzlement of R$ 650,000 from social projects in Palmas

The Civil Police in Brazil has charged ten individuals for allegedly embezzling over R$ 650,000 from public funds intended for social sports and recreational programs in Palmas.

Feb 26 • 14:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Institute allocates R$ 17 million for 38 education projects in the country

The Itaú Social Institute will allocate over R$ 17 million to educational programs across Brazil, supporting 38 projects aimed at improving children's school access and retention.

Feb 26 • 10:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Minnesota remains frontline in Vance's 'war on fraud' as Walz given 60 days 'to clean up the systems'

Vice President JD Vance has announced a temporary halt to Medicaid funding in Minnesota, giving the state 60 days to address concerns over fraud in its social programs.

Feb 25 • 22:55 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mansueto defends Temer's formula for the economy and criticizes the increase in spending on social programs

Economist Mansueto Almeida argues for a return to fiscal control methods from Michel Temer's administration while criticizing current social spending increases.

Feb 25 • 19:43 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Aguascalientes stands out at the national level for its quality of life and social progress

Aguascalientes has been recognized as one of Mexico's states with the highest quality of life due to concerted efforts from local government and various social programs.

Feb 25 • 18:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: MG2 of Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Heavy rains in Minas Gerais have resulted in casualties, prompting federal government aid and program adjustments for affected families.

Feb 24 • 23:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Church and other voices from civil society warn about the paralysis of integration policies for popular neighborhoods

Church leaders and civil society representatives in Argentina have raised alarms about budget cuts and the standstill of programs designed for the integration of vulnerable neighborhoods.

Feb 24 • 15:34 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Reykjadalur does not receive grants and cancels part of its operations

Reykjadalur has announced the cancellation of part of its summer programs due to a lack of ongoing funding for support projects.

Feb 24 • 15:22 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Is Iran Using Navigation Platforms to Monitor American Aircraft?

Recent claims suggest that Iranian military leaders use open-source navigation programs to track American aircraft heading towards the region.

Feb 22 • 09:34 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
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

The state has stopped funding corrective services

The Czech government has halted funding for corrective services, impacting numerous support programs.

Feb 21 • 09:55 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

‘No to the GAD Law’: the posters displayed at the Guayaquil Council

Several city council members in Guayaquil expressed opposition to a proposed reform of the Organic Code of Territorial Organization, Autonomy, and Decentralization (Cootad), arguing it undermines municipal autonomy and threatens social programs.

Feb 20 • 17:33 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Five Reasons Why the US National Debt is Set to Skyrocket

The US national debt is projected to exceed 100% of its GDP this year, with an alarming forecast of over $56 trillion by 2036 due to various factors including increasing social program costs and rising interest payments.

Feb 20 • 05:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 15% of Amazon residents have left poverty, reveals research

A study by Fundação Getulio Vargas shows that over 15% of residents in Amazonas have escaped poverty between 2022 and 2024, reflecting a national trend of economic improvement.

Feb 20 • 01:59 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Evelyn Salgado calls on women and older adults to register for Wellbeing Programs

The governor of Guerrero, Evelyn Salgado Pineda, calls on women aged 60 and older as well as seniors above 65 to register in social programs aimed at providing financial support.

Feb 19 • 04:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Grabois, Puppeteer of Poverty

The article discusses Juan Grabois's controversial leadership of the Movimiento de Trabajadores Excluidos (MTE) amid recent conflicts with the Buenos Aires government over illegal occupations and social assistance programs.

Feb 19 • 04:10 UTC

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