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🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

An application focused on senior care was created / Waiting for help from the state is not enough. The main manager of old age must always be the family

A new application has been developed to assist families in caring for senior relatives, emphasizing the importance of proactive family involvement instead of relying solely on state assistance.

Mar 19 • 18:45 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Good news for Texas: Greg Abbott announced federal assistance after the fire in the Panhandle

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has announced that the state will receive federal assistance to manage the aftermath of the Corner Pocket wildfire, which led to massive evacuations in the Panhandle region.

Mar 19 • 17:43 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Coach Carriers on the Brink

Coach transport companies in Poland are demanding urgent state assistance due to a drastic loss of contracts caused by conflicts in the Middle East.

Mar 19 • 14:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Home Care: Hundreds of Thousands Do Not Receive the Support They Are Entitled To

A new study reveals that many individuals in need of home care in Germany are not receiving the state assistance they qualify for, despite government promises to strengthen home care provisions.

Mar 19 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

High-impact decision in Colorado: a court blocks the federal claim affecting SNAP benefits

A federal court in Colorado has blocked a federal claim that would have drastically changed access to SNAP benefits for thousands of families in the state.

Mar 18 • 21:15 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

If the government really helps to revive Slovalco, Penta and the Norwegians can share it with the state, confirms the head of the aluminum plant

Slovalco, an aluminum plant owned by Norwegian firm Norsk Hydro and financial group Penta, seeks government assistance to revive production after three years of stagnation due to high electricity costs.

Mar 17 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 140 children lost their mothers to femicide in the last two years in MS

More than 140 children and teenagers in Mato Grosso do Sul have lost their mothers to femicide in the past two years, according to state public ministry data.

Mar 17 • 14:06 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Police seek help to identify woman’s body found in Oyo

The Oyo State Police are asking for assistance in identifying a woman's body discovered in the drainage of Egbeda Local Government Area.

Mar 17 • 01:27 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Police seek help to identify woman found dead in Oyo

The Oyo State Police are seeking assistance from the public to identify a woman whose body was found in a drainage channel in the Egbeda Local Government Area.

Mar 16 • 17:06 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Monarch seeks federal government’s help as rain wreaks havoc in Benue community

The monarch of Idoma land in Nigeria calls for federal and state government assistance following severe flooding that devastated the town of Otukpo in Benue State.

Mar 15 • 11:34 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Flooded and Evacuated: Overflow of the Dulce River Affects Neighborhoods in Two Cities of Santiago del Estero

Intense rains in Tucumán and Salta have caused significant flooding in Santiago del Estero, leading to evacuations and state assistance for affected families.

Mar 14 • 20:13 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Personal Assistance for Tedious Improvement. Our State Went to Kasprowy in Flip-Flops

The Polish parliamentary committee is slowly progressing on a personal assistance law that has been plagued by legislative errors and ambiguities.

Mar 13 • 10:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Crime & Justice

US officer having a ‘mild anxiety attack’ took ambulance meant for man shot by police

A state investigation revealed that an ambulance arriving to assist a Black man shot by police was instead used for an officer experiencing anxiety, delaying the man's medical assistance.

Mar 12 • 12:34 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Bad news in Illinois: JB Pritzker promised help while millions remain under alerts for devastating tornadoes

Severe tornadoes have struck communities in northeastern Illinois and northwestern Indiana, resulting in at least two fatalities and prompting state assistance.

Mar 11 • 15:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 140,000 students in AC are expected to receive funding for school material purchases

Over 140,000 students in Acre's public fundamental and high schools will receive financial assistance for school supplies through a state law established in 2026.

Mar 10 • 22:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The new housing map in the U.S.: why earning $100,000 is no longer enough to buy a house without state assistance

A report highlights the growing unaffordability of housing in the U.S., where even $100,000 in income may not be sufficient to secure a mortgage without government support.

Mar 10 • 12:55 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Federal government releases R$ 500 million in credit and R$ 7.3 thousand aid for those affected by rains in Zona da Mata

The Brazilian federal government has announced financial assistance and credit for families and businesses affected by severe storms in the state of Minas Gerais.

Mar 9 • 13:18 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Babahoyo is declared in emergency due to rains: 3,650 families affected by the storm

Babahoyo has been declared in a state of emergency due to severe rains, affecting approximately 3,650 families and leading to significant infrastructure damage.

Mar 8 • 02:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

Direct words from the Kremlin on Russian TV - 'We cannot stop this war'

Kremlin spokesman Dmitri Peskov stated on Russian state television that Russia cannot stop the conflict in Iran, denying requests for military assistance from Tehran amidst ongoing attacks by the U.S. and Israel.

Mar 7 • 20:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piauí will invest over R$ 66 million to strengthen family farming

The state of Piauí is set to invest over R$ 66 million to enhance family farming by providing technical assistance to over 100 selected social organizations.

Mar 6 • 17:32 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Expensive Special Diet Strains the Wallets of Celiac Disease Patients

Celiac disease patients in Estonia must buy gluten-free food without state support, putting them at a disadvantage compared to patients in several other European countries who receive assistance.

Mar 6 • 04:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Learn how to receive alerts from the Civil Defense of PI and activate emergency assistance

The Piauí State Civil Defense Secretary emphasizes the importance of using official communication channels during rainy seasons to receive timely alerts and know whom to contact in emergencies.

Mar 5 • 17:38 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Martin may also lose the Neografia printing house. It claims it will not survive without help and wants to sell shares to the state

The Neografia printing house in Martin, Slovakia, is facing severe financial difficulties and is seeking state assistance for survival after significant layoffs and ongoing debt issues.

Mar 5 • 15:49 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Educational voucher March 2026: how to know if you are a beneficiary and how much it covers

The educational voucher program in Argentina offers state assistance to families with children and teenagers in private schools with significant state funding, detailing application procedures and requirements.

Mar 4 • 22:42 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Social workers: No one can be forced to accept help

Social workers emphasize that individuals cannot be compelled to receive state assistance, despite ongoing efforts to offer shelter and food to those in need.

Mar 4 • 08:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Defense requests blockage of R$ 13.8 million from the Prefeitura de Nova Friburgo for non-compliance with court rulings

The Public Defender's Office of the State of Rio de Janeiro has requested the court to block approximately R$ 13.8 million from the accounts of the Prefeitura de Nova Friburgo due to non-compliance with judicial decisions concerning assistance for the homeless population.

Mar 3 • 23:03 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

The duty of mutual assistance: here’s why the EU must intervene if a member state is attacked

The article discusses the obligation of the EU to intervene under Article 42, paragraph 7 of the Treaty if a member state, such as the UK base in Cyprus, is attacked.

Mar 3 • 12:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Saint-Nazaire: a subsidy from the city council to SOS Mediterranean canceled by the State Council

The State Council has annulled a €10,000 subsidy from the municipality of Saint-Nazaire to SOS Méditerranée, although it has not requested the reimbursement of the funds.

Mar 3 • 11:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Flood leaves 60 homeless and 1,600 displaced in Espinosa

A flood in Espinosa, Brazil, has left 60 people homeless and 1,600 displaced, with municipal and state authorities mobilizing to provide assistance and cleanup efforts.

Mar 2 • 17:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Residents of 20 cities in Paraná caring for elderly relatives can receive up to R$ 810 from the government; see rules

Family members caring for elderly individuals in Paraná can apply for financial aid from the state government through the "Bolsa Cuidador Familiar" pilot project.

Mar 2 • 08:04 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Trapped Greeks in Dubai: Absence of information and support from the Greek state

Greek nationals trapped in Dubai face dire conditions amid ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, flight cancellations, and airport closures, with little assistance from their government.

Mar 1 • 16:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After state assistance, Votorantim City Hall abandons plan to close neonatal ICU and opens 6 more beds

The Votorantim City Hall has reversed its decision to close neonatal ICU beds after the state government promised to fund the service.

Feb 27 • 22:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

More than 15 municipalities in MT declare a state of emergency after heavy rains; see how to protect yourself

Over 15 municipalities in the state of Mato Grosso, Brazil, have declared a state of emergency due to heavy rainfall recorded between January and February.

Feb 27 • 21:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Sérgio Cabral asked Rodrigo Bacellar for help to intervene in a legal process, says Federal Police

Sérgio Cabral requested assistance from state deputy Rodrigo Bacellar to influence a legal matter he was involved in, according to the Federal Police.

Feb 27 • 12:35 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Disability Assistance: Special Schools Sound the Alarm: State Reimburses Construction Costs Too Late

Special schools in Germany are facing financial challenges as the state delays reimbursement of construction costs for a new school designed to support emotionally and socially challenged children.

Feb 26 • 13:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Victory for Migrants in Texas: Court Protects Free Assistance Program Against State Pressure

A Texas appeals court has upheld a legal assistance program for migrants, rejecting the state's attempt to shut it down due to a lack of evidence of harm to local residents.

Feb 26 • 05:02 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

State Dept slammed with hundreds of calls from Americans trapped in Mexico

The State Department has been inundated with calls from Americans in Mexico seeking assistance to return home due to increased violence after the death of a drug cartel leader.

Feb 24 • 12:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Number of those affected by the rains in Peruíbe rises to 420; residents are rescued by boat

Heavy rains in Peruíbe, Brazil, have directly impacted at least 420 residents, leading to a state of emergency as many require shelter and assistance.

Feb 24 • 11:11 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Where free food is distributed in Texas from February 23 to 28, 2026

Texas will provide numerous free food distribution sites across the state during the last week of February 2026 to assist families in need.

Feb 23 • 01:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Financial Crisis of Municipalities: No Talk of Quick Help Anymore

Many cities and municipalities in Germany are facing severe financial difficulties, with no immediate solutions in sight despite earlier promises of assistance from federal and state governments.

Feb 22 • 15:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Welfare State: Greens Offer Reform Assistance

The Green Party in Germany is proposing collaboration with the federal government for comprehensive social reforms requiring constitutional changes.

Feb 20 • 12:40 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Survivors Relive Tragic Moments of Plateau Mine Disaster

Survivors of a gas explosion in a Plateau State mining site are urging government assistance for the families of those who died in the tragic incident.

Feb 20 • 07:35 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Until March 13: the official program in a city in Florida that finances home repairs

Fort Pierce, Florida has extended the application deadline for its residential rehabilitation program until March 13, allowing eligible homeowners to apply for funding to meet local, state, and federal code standards.

Feb 19 • 13:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Constitutional Court aims to make itself more accessible to socially disadvantaged individuals

Proposed amendments will allow state-funded legal assistance in constitutional court proceedings to be accessed at the stage of preparing constitutional complaints, making the court more accessible to socially disadvantaged people.

Feb 19 • 11:18 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Making Access to the Constitutional Court More Accessible for Socially Vulnerable Groups

Proposed amendments aim to ensure that state-provided legal assistance in constitutional court processes is available at the initial stages of complaint preparation, enhancing accessibility for socially vulnerable individuals.

Feb 19 • 11:18 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Sexual Assault: Lagos Seeks Public Help to Locate TikToker

The Lagos state government is appealing for public assistance to locate a TikTok user who reported a serious sexual assault.

Feb 17 • 12:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police seek family of missing child in Adamawa

The Adamawa State Police Command is asking for help from the public to locate the family of a missing child, Yusuf Fidelis, who was found and brought to a police station.

Feb 17 • 11:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Technical assistance and rural extension program will expand actions in Santarém and Mojuí dos Campos

The State of Pará's Technical Assistance and Rural Extension Company signed technical cooperation agreements to enhance agricultural practices in Santarém and Mojuí dos Campos.

Feb 17 • 10:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Ministry: Establishing a State-Funded 24-Hour Emergency Veterinary Assistance System is Not Feasible

Latvian Ministry of Agriculture states that a state-funded 24-hour emergency veterinary assistance system is financially unfeasible due to current budget constraints.

Feb 17 • 05:20 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Massachusetts auditor takes transparency fight to high court after alleged $12M fraud uncovered

Massachusetts State Auditor Diana DiZoglio has filed a lawsuit against legislative leaders, including her own party members, to enforce a voter-approved measure allowing audits after discovering nearly $12 million in alleged public assistance fraud.

Feb 15 • 19:18 UTC

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