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🇧🇷 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
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

From Pranks to Talk Shows and Social Programs: The Ramadan 2026 Programming Map

The programming lineup for Ramadan 2026 in the Arab world features a diverse range of shows, including prank, talk, social, and cooking shows, aimed at attracting audiences during the holy month.

Feb 19 • 02:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Deadline to update registration for 'Minha Casa, Minha Vida' is extended in Porto Alegre; see step by step

The deadline for updating registration in the 'Minha Casa, Minha Vida' program in Porto Alegre has been extended to Sunday, and this is mandatory for those who need to correct or complement their information.

Feb 18 • 18:54 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

These programs would be at risk in Quito with the Cootad reform, according to the Municipality

Economic development initiatives and social services in Quito may be jeopardized by the reform of the Cootad law currently under consideration in the Assembly.

Feb 18 • 16:08 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

It's real. These seniors can register TODAY February 18 to receive 6,400 pesos bimonthly | LIST of letters

The registration process for the Pensión para el Bienestar program for seniors in Mexico has begun, enabling new beneficiaries to apply for financial support.

Feb 18 • 15:58 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Gallery (increasingly) golden: revenues heading towards 85 million

The Galleria in Milan is experiencing a significant surge in rental income, expected to reach 85 million euros by 2026, facilitating increased funding for social welfare programs.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Minnesota Democrats demand reparations from ICE after losing $18 billion to Somali fraud

Minnesota Democrats are pressing the federal government for reparations after a significant fraud incident involving taxpayer funds linked to social services programs.

Feb 17 • 17:18 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Digital Universe to Recruit Youth for Region Zealand

Region Zealand has launched a new campaign on social media aimed at recruiting young people to health-related educational programs.

Feb 16 • 19:32 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Boxing for Peace: How to enroll in the new program that will provide monthly support of 9,000 pesos?

The Mexican government launched 'Boxing for Peace', a program aimed at promoting sports discipline and social prevention by incorporating boxers as community instructors with financial support and free access to classes for children and youth.

Feb 16 • 19:09 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Surprised to see what program VU offers to students: there are those who think it’s a joke

Vilnius University has introduced a new artificial intelligence management study program, which has sparked mixed reactions and discussions on social media.

Feb 16 • 05:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Lavinia Valbonesi promotes a solidarity line of t-shirts and socks with Foundation ANA and Roland

Lavinia Valbonesi, in collaboration with Foundation ANA and the Roland brand, launched a line of solidarity t-shirts and socks to support social programs.

Feb 15 • 16:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

In Texas: Greg Abbott ordered to investigate potential fraud in child care programs

Governor Greg Abbott has initiated an investigation into potential fraud in child care programs in Texas following revelations of massive fraud in similar programs in Minnesota.

Feb 14 • 17:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Increase to 65,000 the goal of the Housing for Well-Being program in Sonora: Alfonso Durazo

Sonora has increased its goal for the Housing for Well-Being program from 34,000 to 65,000 homes to be built by 2030, supported by Governor Alfonso Durazo and authorized by President Claudia Sheinbaum.

Feb 13 • 00:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bolsa Família: February payments start this Thursday in RO; see the calendar

Payments for the Bolsa Família program in Rondônia commence on Thursday, February 12, with over 125,000 families set to benefit throughout the state.

Feb 12 • 19:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEOS: DF1 of Thursday, February 12, 2026

The article covers various news snippets from Brazil, including political controversies, changes in social support programs, and ongoing criminal cases.

Feb 12 • 16:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Governador Valadares City Hall expands registration points for the Minha Casa, Minha Vida program

The city hall of Governador Valadares has expanded registration points for the Minha Casa, Minha Vida housing program, providing 500 residential units to eligible families.

Feb 12 • 10:30 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
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Payments of Bolsa Família in February start this Thursday (12); see the calendar

The February payments of the Bolsa Família program will begin on Thursday, February 12, with a staggered payment schedule affected by the Carnival holiday.

Feb 12 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

New Social Security Reform?

The Brazilian economic team is considering a unification of social programs as part of a new Social Security reform.

Feb 11 • 23:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

More than 200 social program cards seized in the house of a loan shark suspect in the interior of SP

Over 200 credit and social benefit cards were seized by the Civil Police in a raid on a loan shark suspect's home in Paraguaçu Paulista, SP.

Feb 11 • 22:50 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Ariadna Montiel announces national registration for pensions for the elderly and women

The Mexican government is set to conduct a national registration for the Elderly Well-Being Pension and Women's Well-Being Pension from February 16 to 22, 2023.

Feb 11 • 19:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Housing policy of the Government of Piauí expands access to housing

The housing policy of the Government of Piauí has made significant progress in improving access to dignified housing between 2023 and 2025.

Feb 11 • 18:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Social cash transfer programs are open for registration in Sergipe

The state of Sergipe has opened registrations for various cash transfer programs aimed at helping vulnerable communities.

Feb 11 • 10:15 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
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Did you register in December? The delivery of Wellbeing Cards for February 2026 will take place on these days | Requirements and documents

The Mexican government will begin distributing Wellbeing Cards for senior pensions between February 10 and February 14, 2026, to those who registered for the program in December.

Feb 10 • 14:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

What the Ministries of Finance and Labor say about training programs – 'In full compliance with national and union law'

The Greek Ministries of Finance and Labor affirmed their compliance with national and EU law in response to reports concerning the delegation of training programs to social partners.

Feb 10 • 10:23 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'A little money, with love': When does registration for the Welfare Pensions start in February?

The registration for Mexico's Welfare Pensions will take place between February 16 and 22, targeting older adults and women eligible for the programs.

Feb 10 • 01:29 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deaths: His hands helped the deaf community of the Marajó archipelago

Fabrício Balieiro, a pioneering deaf educator and interpreter in the Marajó archipelago, dedicated 24 years to promoting Brazilian Sign Language and empowering the local deaf community through social assistance programs.

Feb 8 • 20:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival Ball Promotes Fun and Inclusion for the Elderly Attended by Social Programs in Óbidos

The 2026 edition of the "Carnival of Joy" brought enjoyment and inclusion for over 120 elderly participants in Óbidos, Brazil.

Feb 7 • 15:39 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

New York: A Stress Test for Mamdani - Snags, Setbacks, and Pressures

New York City Mayor Zokhran Mamdani faces significant fiscal challenges while drafting a budget amid pressure from state and federal authorities, crucial for implementing his ambitious social programs.

Feb 7 • 13:12 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Ariadna Montiel reports on the Well-being Fairs and house-to-house visits in Michoacán

Welfare Secretary Ariadna Montiel announced updates on the Well-being Fairs in Michoacán, emphasizing direct services provided to thousands and the expansion of social programs across the state.

Feb 6 • 16:08 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Government divided the social security of the military into two, one for the armed forces and another for the security forces: what will happen to the affiliates

The Argentine government has dissolved the Military Social Security Institute (IOSFA) and replaced it with two separate social security programs for armed forces and security forces members due to its financial issues.

Feb 6 • 13:33 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

More money for veterans' associations: Zagreb County announced a competition, here’s how much they give

Zagreb County has announced a public competition worth 100,000 euros for funding programs and projects from veterans' associations stemming from the Homeland War, aiming to strengthen their capacities in social and psychological empowerment.

Feb 6 • 09:27 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Ariadna Montiel highlights Welfare Programs as constitutional rights

During the 109th anniversary of the 1917 Political Constitution in Querétaro, Secretary of Welfare Ariadna Montiel Reyes affirmed that Welfare Programs are constitutional rights for the people, alongside President Claudia Sheinbaum who emphasized the importance of national sovereignty and social justice.

Feb 6 • 04:47 UTC

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