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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Notification on March 23

Hana Financial Group has signed an MOU to support out-of-school youth, while a medal design contest for the national sports competition is announced in Jeju.

Mar 22 • 07:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Project welcomes inmates without family on 'temporary release' day in the interior of SP

The project supports inmates without family connections as they temporarily leave prison, providing assistance during their reintegration into society.

Mar 21 • 16:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Finland is world's happiest country ninth year in a row, UN happiness report finds

Finland maintains its title as the world's happiest country for the ninth consecutive year according to the UN happiness report.

Mar 20 • 15:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

South Korea's Happiness Ranked 67th in the World, the Lowest Ever... Lower than China and Japan

South Korea's happiness ranking has dropped to its lowest ever position at 67th in the world, according to the 2026 World Happiness Report, published on March 20.

Mar 20 • 02:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

R$ 7,300 assistance for families affected by the rains in Ubá is now available; see how to apply

Families affected by the rains in Ubá can now apply for assistance from the federal government amounting to R$ 7,300.

Mar 19 • 15:11 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Latvia has risen three positions in the World Happiness Index but falls behind Lithuania and Estonia

Latvia has improved its position in the World Happiness Index by three places, ranking significantly high in social support but lagging behind its Baltic neighbors.

Mar 19 • 07:55 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Vigelius: No funding for Romani skirts at society's expense

Joakim Vigelius, a Finnish politician, criticizes the welfare region's decision to provide funding for Romani skirts while cutting back on other social supports.

Mar 18 • 05:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Definition of homelessness promised to be strengthened by the end of next year

Latvia's Ministry of Welfare plans to solidify the definition of homelessness in legislation and develop proposals for its reduction by the end of 2027.

Mar 17 • 20:03 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Researcher: 'One basically knows that most people can get out of homelessness'

Despite various political initiatives, the number of homeless individuals continues to rise, prompting experts to explore the challenges and solutions for those affected.

Mar 15 • 08:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

366 PLN and 3386 PLN monthly. Care allowance and nursing benefit increased in 2026

Poland's care allowance and nursing benefit have increased as of 2026, providing additional financial support to retirees and those unable to work due to health conditions.

Mar 13 • 19:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

An Unusual Political Debate Has Begun in China. It Concerns Inequality

China's recent political meeting highlighted ambitious plans for military spending and AI leadership, but proposed modest increases to social support for vulnerable citizens raise concerns about inequality.

Mar 13 • 10:11 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Week in Law by Radoslav Procházka: Assistance to Migrants, Expansive Great Powers, and Threats to Slovakia

Radoslav Procházka discusses the legal implications of social support for migrants in Slovakia.

Mar 13 • 10:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Family in the woods, the benefactor architect: “I will pay the rent until the children turn 18”

A retired architect from Trieste, Angelo Pradella, pledges to pay rent for a family living in the woods until their children reach adulthood.

Mar 9 • 11:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Woman transforms cancer fight into support for 1,500 patients in Franca (SP)

Eliane Aparecida Bonine, a social worker from Franca, Brazil, founded an organization to support cancer patients after her own battle with breast cancer.

Mar 8 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Who will shop for ten million seniors and change diapers in 10 years?

The article discusses the future challenges of caring for an aging population in Poland, particularly the needs of seniors and the potential strain on the healthcare and social support systems.

Mar 6 • 14:10 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Expensive special diet strains the finances of people with celiac disease

People with celiac disease in Estonia face financial strain due to the high cost of gluten-free food, with many European countries providing support that Estonia currently lacks.

Mar 6 • 13:50 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Ecumenical Vesper Church in Augsburg: Here the Suit Wearer Sits Next to the Needy

The Ecumenical Vesper Church in Augsburg serves as a community hub where individuals from various backgrounds come together to share meals and conversation until March 15.

Mar 6 • 12:47 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

The Teenage Mother Tries to Quit Drugs for Her Baby's Sake

A teenage mother is making efforts to quit drug use to provide a better future for her infant child.

Mar 6 • 10:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Health, education, and social support: the results of the Second Government Report in Guanajuato

The Second Government Report of Libia Dennise García Muñoz Ledo outlines key results and priorities in Guanajuato for 2025, focusing on health, education, and social support.

Mar 6 • 07:34 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘Well-Being Nutrition’ Program in Edomex: How to Register in March

The State of Mexico government has initiated registration for the 'Well-Being Nutrition' program directed at women aged 50 to 64.

Mar 5 • 21:39 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Poland Reduces Aid for Ukrainian War Refugees

Poland has implemented a new law that reduces social support for Ukrainian refugees living in the country.

Mar 5 • 16:52 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

State Audit: In three years, the proportion of timely recommendations implemented has increased to 23%

The Lithuanian State Audit Office reports an increase in the timely implementation of recommendations to 23% over three years, highlighting positive reforms in the judiciary and social support systems, but noting ongoing delays in critical systemic changes.

Mar 5 • 09:16 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When the PNC of March 2026 is paid

Pensioners in Argentina can check the payment schedule for the PNC (Non-Contributory Pensions) managed by Anses for March 2026.

Mar 4 • 17:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Dog with health problems rescued in Barra Mansa

A dog suffering from health issues was rescued in Barra Mansa, Brazil, where it will receive medical treatment before being returned to its owner.

Mar 3 • 15:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Cinema: A Film That Should Be Shown in Schools

The article discusses a new film by Jean-Pierre and Luc Dardenne about young mothers, emphasizing the importance of social support systems.

Mar 3 • 11:28 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Oleksijs Zaričanskis. Ukrainian Legal Competence in the Labor Market

This article discusses the challenges faced by Ukrainian refugees in Latvia in integrating into the labor market and the financial support provided by the Latvian government.

Feb 28 • 09:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Argentina: One year of Javier Milei, successes and failures

One year after taking office, President Javier Milei of Argentina has garnered significant attention as a right-wing figure, championing austerity and deregulation while maintaining stable social support.

Feb 27 • 03:41 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Child Benefit: The A21 platform opens on Friday

The A21 electronic platform for child benefit applications will open on February 27, 2026, allowing eligible families to submit their requests until March 11, 2026.

Feb 26 • 12:23 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"I felt that I am not alone"... The story of the talk concert for homeless youth

A talk concert for homeless youth in Seoul highlighted their experiences and the need for policy improvements to support their independence.

Feb 26 • 08:33 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Nearly 13 Million Children Rely On the Child Support Grant

Approximately 12.9 million children in South Africa depend on the Child Support Grant, which is set at R560 per child per month.

Feb 25 • 12:51 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Monthly Economic Figures: 4.6 Billion Euros Flowed into Latvia from EU Funds

Latvia received 4.6 billion euros from EU funds during the 2014-2020 planning period, benefiting thousands of businesses and households.

Feb 25 • 02:17 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Sanremo 2026, Morandi and Gassmann proud fathers: the social support for their children in the competition

The fathers of competing artists at Sanremo 2026, including Gianni Morandi and Alessandro Gassmann, express their pride and support for their sons through heartfelt social media messages.

Feb 24 • 14:19 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Those receiving unemployment benefits await several news: reported cases in which they will lose support

A significant portion of the Lithuanian population believes that the country's situation is worsening, and discussions have emerged about the future of social support systems.

Feb 24 • 06:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

A New Backlash for Many Retiring

A new universal support scheme will reduce partial early retirement pensions for unemployed individuals beginning on May 1.

Feb 24 • 03:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Teen mother Mimmi, 19, reveals her small income – "This has been tough"

Nineteen-year-old teen mother Mimmi Pohjamon discusses her financial struggles and reliance on social support.

Feb 23 • 04:30 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
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

MTV: Kela Denies Support to Many Young People - "Against the Purpose of the Law"

Several welfare regions and Helsinki's child protection aftercare have reported Kela to the Parliamentary Ombudsman, claiming unfair denial of benefits for young people seeking financial support.

Feb 20 • 19:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

These are the categories with the highest discounts for beneficiaries of the Military Family

The Argentine government's Military Family program offers significant discounts on various services and products for military families, aiming to improve their quality of life.

Feb 20 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I challenged Reform on cruel plan - but Nigel Farage's response was worse'

The article critiques the Reform UK party's plan to reinstate the two-child benefit limit, arguing it will harm vulnerable families, alongside a strong reaction from Rachel Reeves on the need for social support.

Feb 18 • 16:35 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police urge early intervention as apprentice kills master in Anambra

The Anambra State Police have emphasized the need for early intervention and stronger social support to address rising domestic disputes after an apprentice allegedly killed his master.

Feb 17 • 11:37 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Starting from July, the state will compensate for the pharmacist service fee for the cheapest prescription medications

Starting from July, the Latvian state will provide compensation for pharmacist service fees for certain prescription medications to increase accessibility for vulnerable populations.

Feb 17 • 11:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The government has reached an agreement on limiting home care support for immigrants

The Finnish government has agreed to limit home care support for immigrant parents who have lived in Finland for less than three years after turning 16.

Feb 17 • 10:19 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

When a humble old man's request calls for action: 'I will patiently wait for your declaration'

The article discusses the Maltese Order’s campaign to raise awareness and fund support for elderly and disabled individuals in Lithuania, highlighting the impact of a small donation through tax designation.

Feb 17 • 10:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Support for native Finns should also be required to work, suggests the National Coalition Youth – Criticism aimed at Pura

The National Coalition Youth in Finland proposes that all able-bodied recipients of social support should be required to work in exchange for their benefits, responding to a controversial model suggested by Finance Minister Riikka Pura that applies this requirement solely to immigrants.

Feb 17 • 05:44 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The coalition has agreed to increase the housing benefit calculation coefficient

The Latvian coalition government has decided to increase the coefficient for calculating housing benefits by 0.4, as announced by Prime Minister Evika Siliņa.

Feb 16 • 17:22 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Millions of beneficiaries.. The Egyptian government announces new aid for citizens (Video)

The Egyptian government has announced a new social protection package aimed at supporting low-income families, totaling around 40 billion Egyptian pounds.

Feb 15 • 10:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A foundation that helps homeless people

Fundación Multipolar assists homeless individuals by providing professional support to improve their employment opportunities and enhance their quality of life.

Feb 12 • 19:52 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

Bolsa Família 2026: Payments for February start this Thursday; see the calendar

The February payments for the Bolsa Família 2026 program begin on Thursday, the 12th, with beneficiaries receiving payments based on their Social Identification Number (NIS).

Feb 12 • 03:01 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Toxic Relationships in Couples: Psychotherapist Identifies 'Red Flags' in Arguments

The article discusses the prevalence of emotional support issues in Lithuanian relationships, highlighting a recent study indicating that a significant portion of the population feels a lack of emotional backing despite having close bonds.

Feb 11 • 12:11 UTC

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