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🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The state wants to link healthcare facility financing to patient recovery

Estonia is considering tying the financing of healthcare institutions to the recovery outcomes of patients.

Mar 23 • 07:55 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Liga2 Case: Prosecutor identifies Andrés Arauz in the 'coordination and direction' of actions aimed at 'controlling' state institutions

Ecuador's prosecutor implicates Andrés Arauz in efforts to control state institutions as part of the Liga2 corruption case.

Mar 20 • 15:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Media organizations propose stricter regulations for penalties for refusing to provide information to journalists

Media organizations in Lithuania are advocating for stricter regulations to penalize state and municipal institutions that refuse to provide information to journalists.

Mar 20 • 07:17 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Liga2 Case: Prosecutor Starts Presenting Three Events Investigated Within an Association that Sought to 'Control State Institutions'

The prosecution in Ecuador's Liga2 case is presenting evidence against seven defendants accused of illicit association related to electoral justice and judicial appointments.

Mar 19 • 14:52 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

These are the three events that the Prosecutor's Office is processing in the Liga2 case; the events occurring between November 2024 and January 2025 aimed to ‘control state institutions’

The Ecuadorian Prosecutor's Office is investigating three irregular events related to illegal conduct in electoral justice, the appointment of Judiciary Council members, and the leadership of the Superintendency of Banks linked to Liga2.

Mar 19 • 13:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Saeima will consider whether to disclose the salaries of state and municipal employees

Latvia's Saeima is set to discuss a proposal to require state and municipal institutions to publicly disclose employee salaries on their websites monthly, alongside employee names, to enhance transparency.

Mar 18 • 14:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

BDS Studies or Preparation for Jihad? Harish's Laptop Reveals Terrifying Secrets!

Harish Ali, an ISIS suspect apprehended in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh, is now seen as a warning signal of a dangerous network lurking within educational institutions in the state.

Mar 18 • 06:01 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Soludo unveils new official portrait for second term

Anambra State Governor Chukwuma Soludo has introduced a new official portrait for his second term, urging all institutions to replace the old one.

Mar 17 • 17:56 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Mecklenburg-Vorpommern: How to Make the Constitution 'Storm-Proof' Against the AfD?

The government of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern is seeking measures to protect state institutions from potential blockades by the AfD ahead of upcoming elections, amidst a lack of support from the CDU.

Mar 16 • 13:46 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: Delta Government Approves Expansion of Hostel Facilities for Tertiary Institutions

The Delta State Government has approved the expansion of hostel facilities to accommodate the rising number of students in state-owned tertiary institutions.

Mar 16 • 04:55 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Salary cuts of up to 30% for employees in Pakistan, Shahbaz's decision amidst oil crisis

Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif has approved salary cuts of 5 to 30 percent for employees of state-owned companies and autonomous institutions as part of a broader cost-saving strategy.

Mar 14 • 14:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

A new pro-Iranian group claimed responsibility for the attacks on synagogues in Europe

A new pro-Iranian group, Ashab Al Yamim, has claimed responsibility for three attacks on Jewish institutions in Europe, raising concerns about state-sponsored terrorism.

Mar 13 • 21:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

2027: Plateau tertiary institutions’ staff pledge support for Tinubu, Mutfwang’s re-election

Staff from Plateau State's tertiary institutions have formed a platform to support the re-election of President Bola Tinubu and Governor Caleb Mutfwang in 2027.

Mar 13 • 18:10 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A new state nursery school will open in Klaipėda in September

A new state nursery school named 'Tauras' is set to open in the rapidly growing Tauralaukis district of Klaipėda, aiming to meet the increasing demand for educational institutions in the area.

Mar 9 • 12:43 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Somalia: Somali President Signs New Constitution After Parliamentary Approval

Somali President Hassan Sheikh Mohamud has officially signed a new constitution following its approval by the federal parliament, initiating implementation to strengthen state institutions and safeguard citizens' rights.

Mar 9 • 08:05 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor: Don't let the state put Stockholm's city to sleep

The author argues that the Swedish government must reevaluate the rent system for cultural institutions in Stockholm to ensure the city remains vibrant and accessible.

Mar 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The Government accumulates 40 partisan appointments in regulatory and technical bodies of the State's economy with AIReF

The Spanish government continues to fill independent economic institutions with partisan appointments, having reached 40 such appointments across various regulatory bodies without opposition consensus.

Mar 8 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Council of State on private universities: Legal guarantees and fees for their operation

The Greek Council of State upheld the legality of required financial guarantees and fees for foreign private universities wishing to operate in Greece, rejecting appeals from several institutions.

Mar 6 • 17:45 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Lithuanian intelligence institutions to present annual threat assessment

Lithuania's State Security Department and the Second Operational Services Department will present their annual national security threat assessment focused on risks from Russia, Belarus, and China.

Mar 6 • 03:07 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

War in Ukraine. Rising gas prices in Europe - V. Putin's blackmail

The article discusses the concerning state of the Russian economy, which is teetering on the brink of stagflation, as confirmed by major Russian economic institutions and reported by Ukraine's intelligence service.

Mar 5 • 06:44 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Systembolaget surpasses NATO in trust

A recent trust survey in Sweden reveals that Systembolaget, the state-owned alcohol retailer, is viewed as one of the country's most trusted institutions, while trust in NATO is significantly declining.

Mar 5 • 05:47 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pernambuco Magna Date: see what opens and closes in Caruaru on March 6 holiday

The state holiday of Pernambuco Magna Date on March 6 affects the operations of public institutions, commerce, and services in Caruaru.

Mar 4 • 23:10 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Pernille Rosenkrantz-Theil apologized, but now the state refuses to grant compensation to the forcibly placed individual

The Danish state has apologized for past abuses in care institutions but denies compensation to Erling Frederiksen, citing insufficient documentation of his claims.

Mar 3 • 18:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Iran after Khamenei: The USA may not favor a rapid revolution, trying to avoid the worst

A former politician and military figure discusses the current state of Iran amidst rising public support for Crown Prince Pahlavi and the enduring power of institutions like the Revolutionary Guard.

Mar 2 • 15:06 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

How did we get here?

The article discusses the escalating violence in Mexico and the significant penetration of criminal organizations into state institutions, highlighting a recent surge in violence across multiple locations.

Mar 2 • 12:23 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Australia Thwarts Terror Plot Targeting Mosques and State Institutions

Australia has thwarted a terrorist plot aimed at attacking mosques and state institutions, resulting in the arrest of a 20-year-old Western Australian man.

Feb 28 • 05:08 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Angola's Sonangol in talks with China for $4.8 billion refinery loan

Angola's state oil company Sonangol is negotiating a $4.8 billion loan with Chinese institutions to fund a new refinery in Lobito, marking a significant shift in their borrowing practices since 2017.

Feb 26 • 12:57 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

How the country will have a future

The article discusses the need for substantial constitutional reform in Greece, focusing on key changes in the mechanisms of state and institutions.

Feb 26 • 06:53 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Essential State

The article discusses the evolving debate in Argentina regarding the legitimacy and role of the state, shifting from its inefficiency to questioning its very existence.

Feb 25 • 20:13 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Vormsi and Ruhnu are waiting for faster action from state institutions in restoring connections

The islands of Vormsi and Ruhnu are urging state institutions for prompt action to restore transportation links, currently hindered by the closure of the ice road and a malfunctioning ferry.

Feb 25 • 16:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

State courts spend 67% of their budget on staff, and expenses grow faster than revenue

State judicial institutions in Brazil allocated over R$ 62.5 billion for salaries in 2024, which accounts for 67% of their total budgets.

Feb 24 • 18:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Why Did the Fence Collapse Near Nausėda's House? Institutions Cite Different Reasons

A fence surrounding Lithuanian President Gitanas Nausėda's residence has been partially demolished following a complaint to the authorities regarding its legality and its encroachment on state land.

Feb 24 • 15:11 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Several institutions have requested exception to allow citizens of aggressor states to access critical infrastructure

The State Security Service of Latvia has received requests from several institutions to allow citizens of Russia and Belarus access to critical infrastructure under exceptional circumstances, although no such permissions have been granted thus far.

Feb 23 • 09:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

US State Dept. voices ‘respect’ for Korea’s institutions, tempering White House’s tone on Yoon verdict

The US State Department reaffirmed respect for South Korea's judicial independence following comments from a White House official regarding former President Yoon Suk-yeol's life sentence.

Feb 23 • 08:23 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

How to succeed in business? Scientists: let someone tell you that you won't make it

A study from North Carolina State University and other institutions indicates that negative prophecies can motivate entrepreneurs to work harder, highlighting the 'underdog effect.'

Feb 22 • 20:47 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

After Criticism: More Exit Places for Youth

In response to criticism, Sweden's State Institutions Board plans to increase exit placements for youths from 17 to an additional 30 this year.

Feb 21 • 08:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

TJ denies government's request and keeps law prohibiting racial quotas in SC universities suspended

The Santa Catarina Court of Justice denied the state government's request to suspend the action regarding the law that prohibits racial quotas in higher education institutions funded by the state.

Feb 20 • 20:53 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The Supreme Court ordered the state to explain why funding for educational institutions is not actually conditional on core curriculum studies

Israel's Supreme Court has ordered the state to clarify the lack of conditional funding for ultra-Orthodox educational institutions based on their compliance with core curriculum studies.

Feb 17 • 13:46 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

The High Court ordered the state to explain why funding for educational institutions is not actually conditional on core curriculum studies

The High Court of Israel directed the state to explain why funding for ultra-Orthodox educational institutions does not depend on the fulfillment of the core curriculum requirements.

Feb 17 • 13:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nasarawa students praise Sule for improved campus security

Students from Nasarawa State have expressed gratitude to Governor Abdullahi Sule for enhancing security across educational institutions.

Feb 17 • 00:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Embraer opens internship positions in the state of São Paulo; see how to apply

Embraer has opened 45 internship positions throughout the state of São Paulo, targeting students from technical courses or institutions allowing technical internships.

Feb 16 • 10:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Master is Gone, the BRB Remains

The BRB, a bank owned by the Federal District government in Brazil, is one of the few surviving institutions from a tumultuous financial period characterized by the inefficiencies of state-run banks.

Feb 16 • 01:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Cour des comptes, Conseil d’État, Banque de France… Locking in the "deep state," Macron's temptation before 2027

Emmanuel Macron's appointment of Amélie de Montchalin to head the Cour des comptes has sparked criticism and concerns about consolidating power in French institutions ahead of the 2027 elections.

Feb 12 • 19:17 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Proposal to Increase Allowances for Technical Workers in State and Local Government Institutions

The Latvian State Chancellery has proposed an increase in allowances for technical workers within state and municipal institutions amid planned budget cuts.

Feb 12 • 16:30 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

State institutions have written off about 2.3 billion in debts of the University of Bifröst

State institutions in Iceland have cancelled approximately 2.3 billion ISK in debts belonging to the University of Bifröst.

Feb 12 • 14:15 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Valerie and her siblings were taken from their mother and placed in institutions during Australia’s Stolen Generations. Two didn’t survive

Valerie Wenberg reflects on her traumatic childhood as one of the Stolen Generations in Australia, where she and her siblings were forcibly taken from their mother, resulting in the deaths of two siblings in state-run institutions.

Feb 12 • 14:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

Syrian forces took control of a former US military base

The US military has withdrawn from the Al Tanf base in northeastern Syria, which is being taken over by Syrian forces, following a US-mediated agreement concerning the integration of Syrian Democratic Forces into state institutions.

Feb 12 • 13:24 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

The Fall of Slovakia in the Corruption Rankings is Not Due to Media or NGOs, but to a Weakened State

Slovakia has dropped to 61st in the Corruption Perceptions Index, reflecting weakened state institutions and increased skepticism toward their ability to combat corruption.

Feb 12 • 13:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Organizations and State Institutions: Public Procurement Reform Will Reduce Transparency in Public Funding Distribution

Latvia's proposed public procurement reform could significantly decrease transparency by allowing government agencies to spend large sums without public announcements or competitive bidding processes.

Feb 12 • 07:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Business organizations and state institutions: public procurement reform will reduce transparency in the allocation of public funds

A proposed public procurement reform in Latvia could significantly limit transparency by increasing procurement thresholds, allowing large sums of public money to be spent without open tenders.

Feb 12 • 07:07 UTC

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