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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Mito HollyHock to Relocate Home Ground Next Season to Meet J1 Capacity Standards

Mito HollyHock will move its home ground to Mito Shinkin Bank Stadium next season to meet the J1 stadium capacity requirements.

Feb 27 • 11:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

K-League referees say 'We'll wake up ourselves'... Winter training interview video released

Referees from South Korea's top football league, the K-League, expressed their determination to improve officiating standards in a recently released training video interview.

Feb 27 • 06:51 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

American Classics Get a Contemporary Twist on This Month's Best Jazz Album

Ellas Kapell revives American jazz standards with a fresh perspective, creating a cohesive and stunning album.

Feb 27 • 06:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Investigation Report on Wall Collapse Points to Design and Construction Issues in Osan City

An investigation into a wall collapse in Osan City reveals failures in design, construction, and maintenance, with city officials emphasizing these issues following the tragedy.

Feb 27 • 05:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Notice] The Han River Bus, which started operations after receiving ‘safety inspections’ for 2 ships... even that has ‘malfunctions’

The Han River Bus, which recently commenced operations after undergoing safety inspections, is already facing issues with malfunctions despite being declared compliant with safety standards.

Feb 27 • 01:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Strengthening Standards for Emergency Room Specialists ... 1 Specialist for Every 5,000 Patients in Regional Centers

To enhance the capacity for severe and emergency patient care, new standards for staffing and facilities in regional and local emergency medical centers are being implemented.

Feb 27 • 00:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spain opposes lowering environmental and social standards to boost EU economy

Spain has expressed its opposition to lowering environmental and social standards in order to enhance the economic competitiveness of the European Union.

Feb 26 • 20:35 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

The Archive Responds: 'Absolutely Not Acceptable'

The Archive's management responds to accusations of a poor work environment and beauty ideals that employees feel pressured to meet.

Feb 26 • 17:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Five graphs show how the Russian economy and living standards are collapsing after four years of war

The article discusses the declining state of the Russian economy four years into the war in Ukraine, highlighting unsustainable military spending and deteriorating growth rates.

Feb 26 • 14:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Minimum wage: Proposals from 10 entities for an increase from 2.5% to 19.5%

Ten different entities in Greece have proposed increases in the minimum wage ranging from 2.5% to 19.5%, considering factors such as productivity, economic competitiveness, and living standards.

Feb 26 • 13:26 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

New IT protection standards in business – implications of the implementation of the NIS2 directive

The EU adopted the NIS2 directive to enhance cybersecurity resilience in critical sectors and services across member states, mandating new obligations for member countries, including Poland, to implement cybersecurity measures.

Feb 26 • 13:20 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

The WEF chief resigned after revelations about his relationship with Epstein

The president and CEO of the World Economic Forum, Børge Brende, resigned following independent investigations into his ties to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 26 • 11:31 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Can the European Commission still change the simplified ESRS?

Stakeholders are urging the European Commission to impose stricter limits on the use of exemptions in the revised ESRS standards.

Feb 26 • 11:27 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Chubu Electric President Promises to 'Promptly Submit' Data on Fraud Following Regulatory Committee's Indication

Chubu Electric's president acknowledged the insufficient documentation during a press conference and pledged to provide necessary records regarding the fraudulent data concerning earthquake motion standards used for the Hamaoka nuclear power plant.

Feb 26 • 11:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Childcare centres face funding cuts after missing safety benchmarks

Nine childcare services in Australia could face funding cuts after failing to meet government safety standards.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Sky News joins media leaders to drive push for AI standards to 'protect original journalism'

Sky News is collaborating with major UK news outlets to establish AI standards aimed at protecting original journalism.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Sky News forms consortium to drive push for AI standards

Sky News has teamed up with other major UK news outlets to establish a consortium aimed at creating common standards for the fair use of AI-generated content.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

THE UNWANTED PRICE ⟩ The death of 34-year-old British lip king has raised suspicion in the police

The suspicious death of Jordan James Parke, a British figure known as the 'lip king', has prompted an investigation by police.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

December 3 Coup: Legal Standards and Historical Evaluation [Column by Ahn Byung-wook]

The article discusses the sentencing of Yoon Seok-yeol to life imprisonment for his role in the December 3 coup attempt, analyzing the legal ramifications and broader implications for democracy in South Korea.

Feb 26 • 10:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

All new cars and vans in UK must comply with new rule from November 2026

From November 29, 2026, all new cars and vans in the UK must adhere to stricter emissions standards to reduce pollutants.

Feb 26 • 10:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'People trolled me over my unibrow but I found a way to get the best revenge'

Model Sophia Hadjipanteli has embraced her distinctive unibrow, finding success at London Fashion Week despite facing criticism for her appearance.

Feb 26 • 10:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

AADE: Tax Registry applications out of operation from March 1 to 10

The Independent Authority of Public Revenue in Greece announced a temporary halt of Tax Registry applications from March 1 to 10 due to a transition to new European classification standards.

Feb 26 • 09:13 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

According to Havlíček, Babiš went beyond the standard regarding conflict of interest

The article discusses remarks made by Havlíček concerning Babiš's approach to conflict of interest standards.

Feb 26 • 08:52 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Isobel Hadley-Kamptz: Why is it allowed to continue that one in four 15-year-olds reads poorly?

A quarter of Sweden's 15-year-olds struggle with basic reading and writing skills, raising concerns about education standards and the implications of the reading crisis.

Feb 26 • 04:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

UK driving test rule change from March 31 as DVSA limits changes

The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) is implementing new restrictions on driving test bookings for learner drivers in the UK starting March 31, 2026.

Feb 26 • 04:01 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China’s Huawei joins US giants OpenAI, Google in AI standards alliance

Huawei has joined forces with US and European companies in an AI standards alliance to enhance global AI development.

Feb 26 • 02:31 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

NAHCON signs 2026 Hajj airlift deal

The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria has finalized an airlift deal for the 2026 Hajj, emphasizing the importance of compliance with operational standards by the airlines involved.

Feb 25 • 19:27 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

9th Grade Students in SP Improve in Portuguese and Achieve Highest Average in Mathematics, But Level Remains Below Adequate

Ninth-grade students in São Paulo have shown improvement in Portuguese and achieved the highest average in mathematics historically, yet their performance is still below expected standards.

Feb 25 • 15:34 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Decree allows fish trade at Feira do Praeirinho after bans in Cuiabá

Cuiabá's traditional Feira do Praeirinho can now legally sell fish after a new decree was published, setting health and safety standards for vendors.

Feb 25 • 15:16 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

The Greek Path in Slovak / They wanted generous pensions, then came a 30 percent drop in living standards. Will this happen to us too?

The article discusses Slovakia's ongoing financial struggles and the recurring discussions about austerity measures aimed at avoiding a financial crisis similar to Greece's.

Feb 25 • 14:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Joni Hesselgren reveals the harsh truth behind her plastic surgery – unprecedented photos are not for the faint-hearted

Influencer Joni Hesselgren exposes the difficult realities of her recent plastic surgery experience in South Korea, sharing unsettling images and details of the aftermath.

Feb 25 • 11:26 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

The reduction of livelihood protection standards is 'illegal,' instructs the city to withdraw - Sendai High Court

The Sendai High Court ruled that the government's cuts to livelihood protection standards from 2013 to 2015 were illegal and ordered the city to reverse its decisions.

Feb 25 • 10:30 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The hunting gaze and Ronaldo's smile are ideals of beauty for Estonian boys

Estonian boys' ideals of beauty are significantly influenced by social media, which sets often unattainable standards.

Feb 25 • 09:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Jacek Dubois: A Lawyer from Big Brother

Jacek Dubois emphasizes the importance of ethical standards and client confidentiality for law trainees, comparing their conduct to being under public scrutiny in a reality show.

Feb 25 • 04:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Alberto Gago, Director of Aesia: "We are sure that no prohibited AI operates in Spain"

Alberto Gago, director of Spain's AI oversight agency, reassures the public about the legality of AI systems in Spain and announces the launch of a think tank to analyze AI's societal impact.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Angola: Reject Bill To Restrict Civil Society

The Angolan parliament has passed a bill that would grant the government extensive control over NGOs, prompting Human Rights Watch to urge the president to reject it in favor of international standards.

Feb 25 • 03:03 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tuning: changes to the car that might not pass the VTV

Modifications in car tuning could lead to failing the technical inspection if they do not meet regulatory standards.

Feb 25 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Beyond Romance: 7 Action K-Dramas that Challenge Global Standards

This article explores seven action-packed K-Dramas that defy the stereotype of Korean entertainment being purely romantic.

Feb 24 • 23:07 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

66 vessels cannot sail due to inadequate inspection of lifeboats

A total of 66 vessels have been grounded as their lifeboats failed to meet inspection standards.

Feb 24 • 21:04 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

To clear snow you need ID, but not to vote? Mamdani under accusations of double standards

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is facing criticism for requiring identification from workers in the city's snow removal program, despite his party's opposition to ID requirements for voting.

Feb 24 • 21:00 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Injecting Illegal Peptides to Look Better

The article discusses the trend of individuals illegally using peptides for cosmetic enhancement in Iceland.

Feb 24 • 19:53 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Mayor in Melbourne's west suspended over demeaning Facebook post

The Mayor of Wyndham, Josh Gilligan, has been suspended for a month after an independent investigation determined he breached conduct standards with a derogatory Facebook post about a former mayor.

Feb 24 • 19:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Government accused of caving in to building lobby amid plans to shake up housing sector in England

The UK government is criticized for yielding to housebuilders' lobbying, limiting local authorities' abilities to enforce low-carbon housing standards.

Feb 24 • 15:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Garching-Hochbrück: Customs seizes 15 tons of bedding

Customs in Garching-Hochbrück has seized a truckload of potentially dangerous and counterfeit bedding from Turkey, which violated trademark rights and safety standards.

Feb 24 • 14:57 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

Five graphs show how Russia's economy and living standards are deteriorating after four years of war

The article discusses the deteriorating state of the Russian economy and living standards after four years of conflict, highlighting significant budget deficits and declining oil and gas revenues.

Feb 24 • 14:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
National & Local

Streaming services to be subject to same regulation as broadcasters in UK

New UK legislation will subject major streaming services like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video to the same regulatory standards as traditional broadcasters.

Feb 24 • 14:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Munich Regional Court: A Groundbreaking Ruling on the Sale of Oktoberfest Tables

The Munich Regional Court has prohibited an event agency from offering table reservations for the Ochsenbraterei tent at Oktoberfest, setting new legal standards for reservation practices.

Feb 24 • 13:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Netflix, Disney+ and Prime Video to come under stricter regulation in UK

The UK has announced enhanced regulation for streaming services like Netflix, Disney+, and Prime Video to ensure compliance with standards applicable to traditional broadcasters.

Feb 24 • 13:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Beauty brand recalls product from shelves after failing safety tests

The beauty brand Hello Sunday has recalled an eye cream due to failing safety tests that indicate it may not provide adequate sun protection.

Feb 24 • 11:51 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

United Kingdom will regulate Netflix

The UK has announced plans to regulate streaming services like Netflix to ensure they follow the same content and accessibility standards as traditional broadcasters.

Feb 24 • 11:37 UTC

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