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🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

America's UFO-inspired ice-cream treat turns 75 — and it's still flying off shelves

Carvel celebrates the 75th anniversary of its iconic Flying Saucer ice cream sandwich, inspired by 1950s UFO culture.

Mar 20 • 16:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Collien Fernandes: German Criminal Law Sets Priorities Like in the 1950s

Actress and presenter Collien Fernandes discusses her decision to file a complaint against her ex-partner in Spain rather than Germany, revealing issues with the German legal system.

Mar 20 • 13:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

"Original from Vienna", Episode 31: The Sad Joke President

The article discusses the life and career of Maxi Böhm, a popular Austrian comedian and actor, particularly known for his role as the first quizmaster on the radio show "Die große Chance" in the 1950s.

Mar 20 • 12:18 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Kristina Lindquist: 1950s American Realism Feels Older Than Shakespeare

Kristina Lindquist reflects on the enduring influence and perceived obsolescence of 1950s American realism, particularly in the context of its latest revival at Kulturhuset Stadsteatern.

Mar 17 • 18:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Memories from the Aegean – A photographic journey in Greece of another era

An upcoming photography exhibition titled 'Memories from the Aegean' will showcase the work of renowned photographer Robert A. McCabe in Paros, Greece, featuring images from the 1950s to the 1970s.

Mar 12 • 06:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Today, a series starts on Yle that will leave viewers breathless

A new captivating melodrama 'Entre Tierras' premieres on Yle, known for its thrilling narrative and dramatic elements.

Mar 10 • 05:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Stalinist Fantasy Films in the 1950s – Very Expensive and Politically Engaged Cinema: A Cultural History Analysis

The article examines the legacy of Stalinist fantasy cinema in the 1950s, exploring its substantial political undertones and high production costs.

Mar 8 • 11:21 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A new species of sea turtles discovered thanks to a fossil that had been kept for over 60 years in a museum

A fossil specimen of a sea turtle, collected in the 1950s, has been identified as a new species, Craspedochelys renzi, dating back to over 125 million years ago.

Mar 3 • 14:54 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Lasallian Catholic Schools: 165 victims reported from the 1950s to the early 1990s, according to a collective

A group of former students claims that 165 children suffered sexual and physical abuse in Lasallian Catholic schools from the 1950s to the early 1990s.

Mar 2 • 16:06 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Possible abuse in Franconian home: 'A climate of hostility towards children, violence, cruelty, and fear'

An evangelical children's home in the Rhön region has reportedly subjected minors to sexual violence for years, prompting an academic study to investigate the incidents from the 1950s to the 1980s.

Mar 2 • 12:41 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

US-Iran Relations: From Alliance to Hostility

The article explores the fluctuating relationship between the United States and Iran, detailing key events from the 1950s to present that have defined their interactions.

Mar 1 • 00:54 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Time of Executions and Long-Term Imprisonments / 75 Years After the Harshest Persecutions of the Communist Regime in Slovakia

The article reflects on the brutal persecutions carried out by the Communist regime in Slovakia during the early 1950s, marking the 75th anniversary of these events.

Feb 27 • 10:02 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Personal Data and Artificial Intelligence: An Unbreakable, Unequal and Quite Dangerous Relationship

The article discusses the intricate relationship between personal data and AI, highlighting the rapid advancements in technology since the 1950s and the implications of processing vast amounts of personal data.

Feb 20 • 12:11 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

Timothée Chalamet has been preparing for significant roles for years. Annoying Big Marty may bring him his first Oscar

The article discusses Timothée Chalamet's preparation for his role in the film 'Big Marty,' which explores the rise of an ambitious young man in 1950s New York, just as it contemplates his potential for an Oscar nomination.

Feb 20 • 08:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Who was Nelson Maleiro, a multifaceted artist and black protagonist of the Salvador Carnival

Nelson Maleiro was a pivotal figure in the Salvador Carnival, renowned for his multifaceted artistry and his role as a prominent black performer from the 1950s to the 1980s.

Feb 18 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

China's Controversial Bet to 'Make' Rain - and Why Many Still Doubt the Results

China has been attempting to artificially increase its rainfall using cloud seeding since the 1950s, with a recent large-scale operation reportedly achieving significant results.

Feb 17 • 10:31 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Luciano Macías and Clímaco Cañarte: Sacred Before Peñarol in 1956

The article reminisces about the vibrant sports culture of Guayaquil in the 1950s, focusing on the legendary soccer players Luciano Macías and Clímaco Cañarte after their memorable match against Peñarol.

Feb 15 • 12:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Now Everyone Wants H-Milk – Naturally So

The article discusses the declining milk consumption in Norway since the 1950s and highlights the recent resurgence in the popularity of H-milk.

Feb 14 • 19:05 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Valentine's Day Turns 70 - Here’s How the Tradition Came to Sweden

The article discusses the origins and introduction of Valentine's Day to Sweden, detailing its history and evolution since the 1950s.

Feb 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Recent Object: Rescuing and Updating Argentine Design from the 50s to 80s

The project Objeto Reciente aims to rescue and update Argentine design from the mid-20th century, showcasing furniture and objects produced between the 1950s and 1980s.

Feb 13 • 22:03 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Interior design: Sunken treasures

The resurgence of sunken living rooms, or conversation pits, is being reimagined for modern interiors, inspired by their popularity from the 1950s to the 1970s and influenced by recent films.

Feb 10 • 14:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Outstanding' period drama 'robbed of an Oscar' on BBC tonight

'Queer,' a 1950s period drama set in Mexico City and Ecuador, is being praised by fans for its storytelling and performances, even as it was overlooked for Oscars.

Feb 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

With Vannacci, a boldness of caricature

The article discusses the humorous yet serious nature of Vannacci's persona, drawing parallels with Giancarlo Fusco's writings from the 1950s.

Feb 8 • 23:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Retro Trend Captivating the MZ Generation... The Appliance Industry Swings to Retro

The appliance industry in South Korea is experiencing a retro trend, appealing to younger generations with nostalgic products from the 1950s and 60s, combined with modern technology.

Feb 8 • 09:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Timeless classic hailed as the 'best musical of all time' now streaming

The musical 'Grease,' set in the 1950s, is now available for streaming and has received acclaim as one of the best musicals of all time.

Feb 8 • 03:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

What a banana company from the 1950s in Guatemala says about Trump’s policies for Venezuela, Greenland, and Iran

The article discusses the historical impact of the United Fruit Company on U.S. foreign policy, particularly relating to the recent invocation of the Monroe Doctrine by Trump to justify actions against Venezuela.

Feb 7 • 13:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Peaky Blinders extras needed - with only one hairstyle allowed

Casting agency Celex is looking for Birmingham and Midlands based extras for the new series of Peaky Blinders, specifically those with hairstyles suitable for the 1950s.

Feb 6 • 14:49 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Life & Tech

Niels Krause-Kjær Wins The Golden Laurel

Danish author Niels Krause-Kjær has received the Golden Laurel book award for his novel 'Ude for uden', which depicts Denmark's transformation from an agricultural society in the 1950s to a modern consumer society today, through the experiences of a couple who witness the disappearance of their way of life.

Feb 5 • 13:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Parliament 'compensation' update for 1950s women affected by pension changes

A petition demanding compensation for women born in the 1950s affected by changes to the State Pension age has garnered over 57,000 signatures, potentially leading to parliamentary debate if it reaches 100,000 signatures.

Feb 4 • 14:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

SP government claims it spent R$ 29 million on educational material with errors about World War II

The Tarcísio de Freitas administration in São Paulo spent R$ 28.9 million on educational material that incorrectly stated World War II occurred during the 1950s.

Feb 3 • 17:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

WASPI judicial review update after 'disgraceful' DWP decision

The WASPI campaign is urging for compensation from the DWP, despite government announcements of no financial redress for 1950s-born women.

Feb 3 • 11:43 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Decline of the herd in the USA further complicates global livestock industry

Newly released numbers from the USDA show that the U.S. cattle herd has shrunk to its lowest level since the 1950s, which has significant implications for the global protein market.

Feb 2 • 23:48 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Revolution in TV quizzes: winners will be paid with real money

Television quiz show winners in Italy will now be compensated with real cash instead of tokens, a change prompted by previous legal restrictions on cash prizes in the 1950s.

Feb 2 • 19:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Life & Tech

‘Naked homophobia’: play revisits BBC’s first programme on gay men in 1950s

A new play reflects on the BBC's first program addressing male homosexuality in the 1950s, highlighting the starkly homophobic viewpoints of its contributors.

Jan 16 • 14:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Gina Lollobrigida: The Diva Who Broke Stereotypes and Created Art

Gina Lollobrigida, born on July 4, 1927, in Subiaco, Italy, was a remarkable film star of the 1950s and 1960s known for her beauty, strong personality, and artistic independence, becoming a symbol of Italian glamour and a champion for artistic freedom.

Jan 16 • 08:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The New Wave: what remains of the innovative spirit that transformed cinema in the late 1950s

This article discusses the enduring influence of the French New Wave cinema, as analyzed by Valeria Camporesi and Miguel Marías, in light of its homage in Richard Linklater's new film.

Jan 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

When the Federal Republic First Overcame Doubts About the Social Market Economy

In January 1951, Economic Minister Ludwig Erhard addressed questions from WELT, marking a significant moment in the establishment of the social market economy in West Germany and the onset of the economic miracle.

Jan 14 • 06:06 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Palomar Telescope Archive Reveals Mysterious Lights Reviving UFO Debate

The debate over unidentified flying objects has resurfaced as scientists publish new analyses of astronomical images from the 1950s, revealing unexplained flashes of light captured by the Palomar Observatory.

Jan 13 • 13:39 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

That Dirty Cultural Work of Bianciardi Against Everyone

The article explores the cultural contributions and challenges faced by Bianciardi, particularly highlighting his pride in reconstructing the Chelliana Library in Grosseto and his disdain for life in Milan during the 1950s.

Jan 12 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

Venezuela, the dreamed paradise of Spanish emigrants in the 1950s

The article discusses the experiences of around 150,000 Canary Islanders and Galicians who emigrated to Venezuela in the 1950s in search of wealth and stability.

Jan 11 • 01:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Major WASPI update over 'last chance saloon' warning as pressure mounts

Polling indicates that 66% of voters aged 18-34 support compensation payouts for women born in the 1950s affected by DWP issues.

Jan 10 • 00:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Sports

Olympiakos: Panagiotis Kotridis met the legends of the 1950s with the help of AI, video

Lieutenant Colonel Panagiotis Kotridis, son of Olympiakos legend Babis Kotridis, met with stars from the 1950s team, including Bebis, Mouratis, and Darivas, using AI technology.

Jan 9 • 16:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

WASPI two-month warning over DWP 'new decision'

The Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign is urging the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for a new compensation decision affecting women born in the 1950s.

Jan 8 • 06:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

The Big Marty Won't Let You Breathe. An Unmatched Movie Experience with Chalamet

The film 'The Big Marty' follows a 1950s table tennis player spiraling into time and financial distress amidst ruthless ambitions, brought to theaters by the energetic collaboration of directors the Safdie Brothers.

Jan 8 • 04:45 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Cyber and Deepfake Threaten Election Integrity; The State Will Fight Them with Tools from the 1950s

The article discusses how cyber threats and deepfakes pose risks to the upcoming elections in Israel, illustrating the potential impact through a simulated deepfake video of a high court judge declaring a state of emergency.

Jan 7 • 15:48 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

From Nikola Tanhofer to Goran Rušinović: At KIC, watch the best Croatian crime films from the last century

Starting from January 10, the Zagreb KIC is showcasing four significant works of Croatian crime film from the 1950s to the 1990s, highlighting the genre's development through notable directors.

Jan 7 • 15:31 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

In Rolls, with Brigitte Bardot, on the way to Saint-Tropez and listening to the Beatles

The article discusses Brigitte Bardot's ownership of two distinct Rolls Royce vehicles throughout her life, highlighting their history and differences.

Jan 3 • 23:47 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Diaries of Arno Schmidt: Unable to Handle One's Own Radicality

The only surviving diary of Arno Schmidt covers the years 1957 to 1962, revealing the portrait of a restless, genius loner.

Jan 3 • 20:04 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Bardot's Big Hair: How a Tangled Mane Shook Female Standards Seventy Years Ago

The iconic messy hairstyle of French actress Brigitte Bardot challenged the conventional norms of femininity in an era when women were expected to maintain a tidy and sculpted appearance.

Dec 29 • 15:08 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The Pagan Divinity That Enchanted an Era

The article explores the enduring allure of Brigitte Bardot, highlighting her unique embodiment of amoral eroticism and innocence that captivates audiences.

Dec 29 • 04:00 UTC

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