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🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Humboldt Archaeology: Austerity Measures with the Demolition Hammer

The Humboldt University of Berlin plans to close its archaeology institute, citing austerity measures imposed by the Berlin Senate, leading to public outcry and concerns about the future of the humanities.

Mar 2 • 05:49 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

INMET issues red alert for 'accumulated rainfall' for 11 cities in Eastern Minas Gerais

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall affecting 11 cities in Eastern Minas Gerais, Brazil.

Mar 1 • 19:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Institute opens registrations for free pre-university course in Salvador

The Steve Biko Cultural Institute in Salvador is accepting registrations for a free pre-university course aimed at Black individuals in Bahia.

Mar 1 • 18:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IFSP opens slots for symphonic band with options for saxophone, horn, and clarinet; see how to participate

The Federal Institute of São Paulo (IFSP) is accepting registrations for its Symphonic Band at the Itapetininga campus, welcoming musicians of all skill levels.

Mar 1 • 17:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues red and orange rain alerts for RN; see cities

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a red alert for heavy rain in 36 cities of Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil, valid until the end of Monday, warning of major risks including flooding and landslides.

Mar 1 • 15:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet renews warnings for heavy rains and almost all cities are under warning in Paraíba

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has renewed severe weather alerts for heavy rains across all cities in Paraíba, Brazil, as risks of flooding and landslides increase.

Mar 1 • 12:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Ross Harrison, expert on Iran: 'The Islamic Republic has been designed to withstand internal and external attacks, but can collapse'

Ross Harrison, a senior researcher at the Middle East Institute, discusses the resilience of the Islamic Republic of Iran and the implications of potential U.S. attacks as a means to incite regime change.

Feb 28 • 23:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Institute offers more than 800 spots for free professional qualification courses in Salvador

The João Carlos Paes Mendonça Institute offers over 800 free professional qualification courses in Salvador, with registration open until March 5.

Feb 28 • 21:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

Director of the Middle East Institute warns of rising terrorism threat in Europe - "Causes hatred"

Susanne Dahlgren, the director of the Finnish Middle East Institute, warns that the reported death of Iran's supreme leader may lead to an increase in terrorism in Europe.

Feb 28 • 21:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues red alert for heavy rains for more than 100 cities in PI

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a red alert for heavy rainfall affecting over 100 municipalities in the state of Piauí, Brazil.

Feb 28 • 17:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues red alert for heavy rains in over 100 cities in Paraíba

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a red alert for intense rains affecting 116 cities in the state of Paraíba, Brazil.

Feb 28 • 14:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues new orange alert for heavy rains in MA; there is a risk of intense winds between 60 and 100 km/h

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued a new orange alert for heavy rains and strong winds in the Maranhão state of Brazil.

Feb 28 • 13:17 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Charging Stations Donated by Latvian Residents Help Save Lives at Kyiv's 'Heart Institute'

Latvian residents' donated charging stations are crucial in ensuring the continuous operation of medical equipment at the 'Heart Institute' in Kyiv during power outages.

Feb 28 • 12:32 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Professor: Dietary Supplements for Middle-Aged Men Are a Bad Idea

A professor from Karolinska Institute criticizes the marketing practices of dietary supplement companies, highlighting that their claims are often unsubstantiated and based on selective scientific studies.

Feb 28 • 11:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Is it going to rain this weekend? Inmet issues alerts for intense rains across Ceará; check the forecast

The National Institute of Meteorology has issued an orange alert for intense rainfall affecting all municipalities in Ceará this weekend.

Feb 28 • 11:07 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

After million-dollar loss in Banco Master fund, IPREM reveals annual deficit of R$ 17.5 million in Pouso Alegre, MG

The Municipal Pension Institute of Pouso Alegre (IPREM) disclosed a significant annual deficit and financial imbalance during a public hearing following substantial losses related to a property fund tied to Banco Master.

Feb 28 • 08:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The relationship between student performance and teacher salaries. A controversial idea under the experts' scrutiny

A Polish education research institute examines the potential impact of linking teacher salaries to student performance outcomes.

Feb 28 • 04:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Five centimeters of wet cloth on Finland's face – It is raining here

Finland is expecting variable weather this weekend with rain and mild temperatures, according to the Finnish Meteorological Institute.

Feb 28 • 03:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Folhinha readers become reporters for a day at the Butantan Institute

Young readers of Folhinha explored the Butantan Institute, learning about the role of snakes in the ecosystem and the importance of vaccines.

Feb 28 • 02:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

There are 5749 employees: a voluntary retirement plan is approved at INTA and the conditions and deadlines are defined

The National Institute of Agricultural Technology (INTA) approved a voluntary retirement plan for its permanent staff, set to begin in April.

Feb 27 • 23:31 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Guarabira's Medical Institute, in Brejo da Paraíba, is closed by CRM-PB due to hygiene issues

The Guarabira Medical Institute in Brejo da Paraíba has been closed due to serious hygiene problems following repeated inspections that found multiple irregularities.

Feb 27 • 19:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues red alert for all of Eastern and Northeastern Minas after storms in the Zona da Mata

The National Institute of Meteorology has issued a red alert for heavy rain, flood risks, and urban disruptions in 167 cities in Eastern and Northeastern Minas Gerais.

Feb 27 • 17:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Long-term forecast for Poland. This will be the summer of 2026. New analysis

A new weather forecast from the Institute of Meteorology and Water Management predicts variable temperatures across Poland for the upcoming weekend and provides insights into the long-term weather outlook leading up to Easter.

Feb 27 • 15:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet renews alerts for intense rains across Paraíba

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has renewed two alerts for heavy rainfall affecting the entire state of Paraíba in Brazil.

Feb 27 • 14:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video: Heavy rains flood cities in Piauí and Inmet maintains danger alert; see volumes

Heavy rains have caused flooding in several municipalities in Piauí, Brazil, prompting the National Institute of Meteorology to issue a danger alert for intense rainfall.

Feb 27 • 14:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

Warning: Putin may be planning a 'nuclear accident'

The Institute for the Study of War warns that Russia might stage a nuclear incident to distract from its military failures in Ukraine and shift blame towards Ukraine.

Feb 27 • 14:42 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

New book about the history of first names: "Children today should be unique"

A new book from the Swedish Institute for Language and Folklore explores the history of first names in Sweden and their societal implications.

Feb 27 • 14:19 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues two heavy rain alerts for the state of Maranhão

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued two alerts for heavy rain across the state of Maranhão in Brazil, warning of potential hazards due to intense weather conditions.

Feb 27 • 13:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Housing crisis in Greece: Discussion and proposals from the ENA Institute (video)

A discussion on the housing crisis in Greece was organized by the ENA Institute, highlighting significant pressures on households due to unaffordable housing.

Feb 27 • 12:43 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Potatoes and Tomatoes will Grow in the Same Plant

Indian Agricultural Research Institute in Varanasi demonstrates grafting technique to reduce cultivation costs and increase productivity with limited resources.

Feb 27 • 12:06 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

ISW: Russian troops are experiencing issues along the entire front line

Russian drone operations face ongoing difficulties across the front line due to disruptions in satellite communications, according to the Institute for Study of War (ISW).

Feb 27 • 11:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

First Amapan Receives Young Scientist Award in Brasília with Solar Kit for Nut Producers

Manuelle da Costa Pereira, a 23-year-old student from the Federal Institute of Amapá, won the 31st Young Scientist Award for her portable solar energy kit designed for nut producers in the Amazon.

Feb 27 • 11:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Turnaround in restitution: Heir of the Walderode family to receive castle furniture, heritage protectors have given up the dispute

Johanna Kamerlander, the heir of the Walderode family, will receive furniture from the Hrubý Rohozec Castle following a district court decision, which the National Heritage Institute will not appeal.

Feb 27 • 10:15 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

New map from the Robert Koch Institute: All of Bavaria is a tick risk area – with one exception

A new risk map from the Robert Koch Institute highlights that nearly all of Bavaria is a risk area for ticks, with Schweinfurt being the only exception.

Feb 27 • 09:52 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The sky will not be so blue. Dust from the Sahara will reach Czechia, affecting temperatures

Saharan dust is expected to impact temperatures and the color of the sky in Czechia by the end of the week, according to the Czech Hydrometeorological Institute.

Feb 27 • 05:23 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Citizenship

Citizens organized a large-scale protest in Mexico City against governmental attacks on the National Electoral Institute and the Supreme Court in late 2022 and early 2023.

Feb 27 • 00:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Incra recognizes 2,100 quilombola families in Bahia for inclusion in agrarian reform

The National Institute of Colonization and Agrarian Reform (Incra) has recognized over 2,100 quilombola families in Bahia as eligible for public policies under Brazil's National Agrarian Reform Program.

Feb 26 • 20:11 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Rains will persist mainly in the Coastal region until March 2

The National Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology (Inamhi) issued Meteorological Warning No. 14 due to the persistence of rains from February 26 to March 2, especially affecting the Coastal region of Ecuador.

Feb 26 • 19:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Piauí Institute of Technology begins the academic year for higher AI courses in Teresina

The Piauí Institute of Technology has commenced the academic year for higher education courses in Artificial Intelligence, offering 120 spots across four classes in Teresina.

Feb 26 • 18:51 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

IFRJ opens registrations for substitute teacher selection in Arraial do Cabo

The Federal Institute of Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ) is currently accepting applications for a substitute teacher position at its Arraial do Cabo campus, with a deadline for submissions set for February 27.

Feb 26 • 18:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet issues warning of potential danger from heavy rains for all of Acre

The National Institute of Meteorology in Brazil has issued a yellow alert for potential heavy rains in all municipalities of Acre.

Feb 26 • 17:53 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Inmet warns of heavy rains throughout Rio Grande do Norte

The National Institute of Meteorology (Inmet) has issued weather alerts for heavy rains across all cities in Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 17:40 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs received warnings about Rød-Larsen's think tank in 2015 – continued to transfer new millions for three years

Norway's Ministry of Foreign Affairs ignored warnings about a lack of transparency regarding funding for the International Peace Institute, linked to Jeffrey Epstein, for three years after receiving the first alert in 2015.

Feb 26 • 17:03 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Madrid institute directors warn Ayuso: 'Dividing ESO harms students'

Directors of public high schools in Madrid argue that the division of the compulsory secondary education (ESO) stages is detrimental to students and request a reconsideration from the education authorities.

Feb 26 • 16:50 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Pro-abortion Notre Dame professor withdraws from institute role after fierce criticism from bishop, cardinals

Susan Ostermann has decided not to take the role as director of the Liu Institute for Asia and Asian Studies at Notre Dame following backlash from conservative religious figures.

Feb 26 • 16:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Samba Gathering 'The Way It Was Before' Reaches Its 3rd Edition and Supports the Batucando Esperança Institute

The samba gathering 'The Way It Was Before' is returning for its third edition, aiming to support the Batucando Esperança Institute and celebrate traditional samba music in São Luís, Brazil.

Feb 26 • 16:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Danger: Inmet issues two rain alerts for municipalities in the interior of PE

The National Institute of Meteorology in Brazil has issued two alerts regarding heavy rainfall for certain municipalities in Pernambuco, with varying levels of potential danger.

Feb 26 • 15:25 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

School Census 2025: Amazonas registers 178 thousand enrollments in early childhood education

Amazonas registered 178,941 enrollments in early childhood education for 2025, predominantly in public schools, as reported by the National Institute for Educational Studies and Research.

Feb 26 • 15:19 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

How healthy is your hometown? The new tool from the Health Development Institute provides the answer

The Health Development Institute has created 12 new dynamic data dashboards to improve the accessibility of health data in Estonia.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The National Geographic Institute registers a 4.1 magnitude earthquake between Tenerife and Gran Canaria felt by the population

A magnitude 4.1 earthquake was registered between Tenerife and Gran Canaria, felt by the local population.

Feb 26 • 13:33 UTC

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