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nytimes.com • Politics • USA
A heated White House meeting saw Marco Rubio and Elon Musk clash over staff reductions and agency restructuring, with Rubio accusing Musk of misrepresenting the situation.
elcorreo.com • Finance • Spain
Starting in 2026, Spanish tax authorities will gain access to Bizum payment data to enhance tax compliance for businesses and freelancers.
theglobeandmail.com • Politics • Canada
Alberta's government controversially imported children's medication from Turkey despite expert warnings about potential financial losses, leading to investigations and legal disputes.
elpais.com • Politics • Spain
A disagreement between Spanish government ministers over the taxation of the minimum wage has stalled negotiations, highlighting divisions within the ruling coalition.
nytimes.com • Politics • USA
The US Education Department is considering replacing human workers who manage student aid with an AI chatbot, a move driven by cost-cutting efforts and aligned with the broader vision of using AI in government.
theepochtimes.com • Politics • United States
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's entire FOIA office was fired as part of a Department of Health and Human Services reorganization aimed at centralizing operations and streamlining processes.
heraldo.es • Politics • Spain
The Spanish government has initiated the process to choose the location of the new Spanish Space Agency, aiming for decentralization and boosting the aerospace sector.
rappler.com • Politics • Philippines
This article details the qualifications, term limits, and extensive powers and responsibilities of senators in the Philippines, including lawmaking, impeachment trials, and treaty ratification.
latercera.com • Politics • Chile
International press reacted to the dismissal of Chilean Senator Isabel Allende by the Constitutional Tribunal, highlighting the controversy surrounding the failed purchase of her family's property by the state.
timesofindia.indiatimes.com • Politics • India
India's Cabinet approved a 7,000 crore Rupee, five-year plan to bolster infrastructure and livelihoods in 1,954 border villages.
nytimes.com • Politics • USA
A newly elected congressman who campaigned on banning congressional stock trading has become one of the most active stock traders in his freshman class.
demorgen.be • Politics • Belgium
The Brussels-Capital Region's severe budgetary crisis, marked by a doubling of debt in one term and a bloated administration, is stalling government formation and sparking a political and community conflict.
elcomercio.pe • Politics • Peru
This opinion piece criticizes Peru's government and private sector for their failures, citing several examples of corruption, negligence, and lack of accountability.
pilotonline.com • Politics • USA
The Supreme Court temporarily blocked a lower court order that would have reinstated thousands of federal employees fired during the Trump administration.
theepochtimes.com • Politics • United States
The Supreme Court temporarily sided with the Trump administration, rejecting a lower court's order to reinstate thousands of fired federal workers.
elconfidencial.com • Politics • Spain
Vox threatens to break its regional government coalitions with the PP in Spain if agreements are reached to accommodate more unaccompanied immigrant minors.
washingtonpost.com • Politics • United States
The Social Security Administration reversed a controversial plan to limit phone access to services after widespread backlash and chaos.
estadao.com.br • Education • Brazil
Brazil's literacy rates among second-grade students are alarmingly low, prompting questions about data reliability and government transparency.
lasprovincias.es • Politics • Spain
A WhatsApp conversation between Valencian emergency officials reveals a lack of awareness and downplaying of severe weather warnings before devastating floods in October 2024.
elpais.com.uy • Politics • Uruguay
A labor dispute erupts at Canal 5 in Uruguay as new management's contract terminations spark a worker's strike and potential lawsuits.
blogs.elconfidencial.com • Politics • Spain
The article discusses the political vulnerability of María Jesús Montero, Spain's Minister of Finance, due to her multiple roles and recent controversies.
irishtimes.com • Immigration • Ireland
Ireland has seen a significant increase in deportation orders and a decrease in asylum applications, reflecting the government's stricter approach to immigration.
latercera.com • Politics • Chile
The Chilean Constitutional Court's decision to remove Senator Isabel Allende from office sparks debate and analysis within the government and Congress, raising concerns about legal precedents and political implications.
latercera.com • Politics • Chile
President Boric mourns the death of two Colo Colo fans and assures that the government will hold those responsible accountable.
oglobo.globo.com • Finance • Brazil
Following a Supreme Court ruling, the Brazilian government will negotiate a payout of up to R$20 billion from the FGTS fund to workers.
lasprovincias.es • Politics • Spain
A report submitted to a judge investigating the Valencia floods blames the Spanish government for delaying the approval of the Es-Alert system.
nytimes.com • Politics • United States
President Trump's unexpected condemnation of the bipartisan CHIPS Act, aimed at boosting the US semiconductor industry, has sent shockwaves through the industry and sparked uncertainty about the future of billions in government funding.
elpais.com • Politics • Spain
The government delegate in Valencia, Pilar Bernabé, testified that she offered military emergency aid eight hours before the regional government issued a mass alert about the deadly October 2024 floods.
nytimes.com • Politics • USA
Harvard University rejected policy demands from the Trump administration, initiating a significant clash between the federal government and a prominent private institution.
latercera.com • Politics • Chile
President Gabriel Boric met with Senator Isabel Allende to address the failed purchase of Salvador Allende's house, causing significant political fallout within the Socialist Party.
elconfidencial.com • Politics • Spain
The Spanish government is launching a €10 million advertising campaign to promote democracy, citing a need to counter disinformation and celebrate 50 years since Franco's death.
diariosur.es • Politics • Spain
The withdrawal of free public transport for children under 14 in Andalusia sparks a political feud between government officials.
www1.folha.uol.com.br • Politics • Brazil
The Brazilian government is preparing a provisional measure to grant salary increases to public servants in January 2025, with varying percentages for different categories.
theepochtimes.com • Politics • United States
Senator Warren proposes a bill to strengthen ethics rules for special government employees like Elon Musk, aiming to prevent conflicts of interest and enhance transparency.
irishtimes.com • Politics • Ireland
Ireland's Minister for Culture rejects proposed tourist taxes in Dublin and other cities, citing potential economic drawbacks and the need for government approval.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Panama's government ministries employ a significant number of advisors, raising concerns about transparency and cost-effectiveness, particularly in comparison to the national assembly.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
This article discusses various political events in Panama, including a cabinet minister's scandal, a court ruling, and politicians' involvement in a food fair.
nytimes.com • Politics • USA
A power struggle between Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Elon Musk led to the ousting of the acting IRS commissioner, Gary Shapley.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Panamanian deputy José Pérez Barboni accuses the National Assembly of employing 'ghost workers' despite the Comptroller General's efforts to address payroll irregularities.
courant.com • Politics • Connecticut
The state of Connecticut is looking to transfer a landlocked, wooded parcel in Sprague to the Avalonia Land Conservancy for conservation purposes.
nytimes.com • Politics • World
The article details numerous lawsuits filed against the Trump administration covering various policy areas, including firings of federal employees, budget freezes, immigration, transgender rights, and more.
thelocal.dk • Politics • Denmark
Denmark's government announced a major reform of its unemployment system, significantly reducing government spending and granting municipalities greater autonomy in managing job centers and unemployment benefits.
nytimes.com • Politics • Maldives
The Maldives seeks to recover $400 million allegedly embezzled by former president Maumoon Abdul Gayoom and his associates during his three-decade rule.
thurgauerzeitung.ch • Politics • Switzerland
The Green Party of Thurgau, Switzerland, has decided against fielding its own candidate for the upcoming cantonal government election in May 2025, focusing instead on the 2028 elections.
thurgauerzeitung.ch • Politics • Switzerland
Aufrecht Thurgau will not nominate a candidate for the vacant seat on the Thurgau government, leaving the GLP as the only potential challenger to the SP.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
This article from La Prensa Panamá discusses various political events in Panama, including attempts to pass an amnesty bill, a controversial court ruling, and personnel changes within the government.
indianexpress.com • Politics • India
India's lateral entry scheme for bureaucrats, stalled by political opposition and legal challenges, faces a prolonged court battle questioning its legality and fairness.
latercera.com • Politics • Chile
A presentation error during the presentation of Chile's Public Finance Report in Congress caused confusion and prompted apologies from government officials.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Miguel Antonio Bernal's appointment as Panama's ambassador to France fell through, with Joanna Villarreal now slated to take the post.
dnevnik.bg • Politics • Bulgaria
Bulgarian ruling coalition members propose a roadmap for pension system reform, addressing issues like rising costs and demographic changes.
elconfidencial.com • Politics • Spain
The Spanish government has halted further arms purchases from Israel, following internal conflict and pressure from coalition partners over a controversial deal.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
The Panamanian government has withdrawn its support for a port project in Isla Margarita due to years of irregularities and delays.
prensa.com • Politics • Panama
Astrid Ábrego González has been appointed as the new Vice Minister of Foreign Trade in Panama.
lasprovincias.es • Law • Spain
A Spanish judge rebukes a former government official for publicly disclosing details of a witness's testimony in an ongoing investigation.
dnevnik.bg • Politics • Bulgaria
Bulgarian Minister of Labor and Social Policy, Borislav Gutzanov, proposes increasing maternity benefits and introducing incentives for mothers returning to work.
theepochtimes.com • Politics • World
The Department of Justice initially canceled, then partially restored, several grants for victim services, citing a shift in agency priorities.
lasprovincias.es • Politics • Spain
The article analyzes Pedro Sánchez's political actions and strategies over the past year, highlighting his controversial decisions and disregard for potential successors.
irishtimes.com • Politics • Ireland
The Irish government is considering expanding the Land Development Agency's (LDA) remit to increase housing output and address the country's housing crisis.
europapress.es • Politics • Spain
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez addressed the nation regarding the widespread power outage that occurred on Monday.
smh.com.au • Politics • Australia
The New South Wales workers' compensation scheme is facing financial instability due to a surge in psychological injury claims, prompting the government to consider significant reforms.
latercera.com • Politics • Chile
The Chilean government awaits clarification from the Attorney General regarding alleged attempts to wiretap President Boric's phone in relation to the ProCultura case.
wsj.com • Cybersecurity • USA
Last-minute funding issues for the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures program, a crucial initiative tracking software flaws, caused concern within the cybersecurity industry.
elperiodico.cat • Politics • Spain
A satirical piece reflects on the Spanish government's response to a power outage, highlighting absurdity and incompetence.