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Katarzyna Gołda, a former officer of Poland's secret services, reveals her experiences in her debut novel "Złoty spadochron," inspired by the infamous Żelazo scandal from the PRL era.

A Scottish shopping center has remained abandoned for 20 years, leaving an urban explorer in awe of its dilapidated state.

The current rainy season in Minas Gerais is the deadliest in the last two decades, with 79 registered deaths, primarily in Juiz de Fora and Ubá.

The first YouTube video, 'Me at the zoo,' has been added to the Victoria & Albert Museum's collection, highlighting the cultural significance of this digital artifact after 20 years.

A 39-year-old woman has been arrested in relation to the 2005 death of a newborn boy found on a trail in Ontario, thanks to advances in DNA technology.

Christian Horner was unexpectedly dismissed from Red Bull after 20 years of leadership in the F1 team.

A Gallup poll indicates that for the first time in two decades, more Americans empathize with Palestinians than Israelis, reflecting a shift in public opinion amidst the humanitarian crisis resulting from the latest Gaza conflict.

Hornby has sold its Scalextric slot car racing brand to Purbeck Capital Partners for £20 million, marking a notable change for the company after owning the brand for over 50 years.

Fabiana Oliveira and Luciano de Oliveira lost their home of 20 years due to a landslide triggered by heavy rains in Juiz de Fora, Brazil.

Pink and Carey Hart have ended their 20-year marriage, marking the end of a long and tumultuous relationship that included multiple breakups.

A 20-year-old man was sentenced to over six years in prison for orchestrating logistics related to a murder attempt in which he communicated extensively with the suspected criminal leader Rawa Majid, known by the alias 'Don Fox'.

Jimmy Lai, the pro-democracy ex-magnate from Hong Kong, has successfully won an appeal against a fraud conviction, although he remains sentenced to 20 years in prison for sedition.

An avalanche in Valdidentro, Italy, has resulted in the deaths of a man and a woman in their 20s to 30s.

The first Bavarian intermediate storage facility for nuclear waste commenced operations on February 27, 2006, in Grafenrheinfeld.

Rait Riim, with 20 years of experience in the real estate sector, has been appointed as the new leader of Arco Vara after holding leadership positions in various financial institutions.

The Finnish clothing brand Myssyfarmi is closing after 20 years due to insufficient profitability despite previous successes.

The Finnish clothing brand Myssyfarmi, known for its use of Finnish sheep wool, is shutting down after 20 years in business, starting a clearance sale as it navigates profitability challenges.

Residents of Coria del Río voice their concerns over toxic pollution that has plagued their community for two decades, calling for government intervention and support.

A North Carolina mother missing for over 20 years has been found alive, with details emerging about her tumultuous marriage and struggles with alcohol abuse prior to her disappearance.

A baker returned to her rural hometown of Mehikoorma in Estonia after living in Finland for 20 years, opening a café despite expecting a restful year.

Police have arrested a 40-year-old woman in connection with the murder investigation of Lisa Dorrian, who disappeared over 20 years ago from a party in County Down, Northern Ireland.

The Mövenpick Hotel in Frankfurt has closed due to the bankruptcy of its operator, leaving uncertainty about its future.

A 20-year-old Swedish man has been sentenced to ten years in prison for attempted murder related to a gang conflict in Copenhagen.

A 20-year-old Swede, Jan Helgesson, has been sentenced to ten years in prison by the Copenhagen City Court for an attempted murder in September 2024.

A Polish man, Piotr P., has been imprisoned for over 20 years for a murder he did not commit, as new evidence points to another individual being responsible for the crime.

Yanina Zilli, a former vedette, makes her return to television by joining the 'Big Brother: Golden Generation' after over 20 years away from the media.

The upcoming municipal elections in Passau see eight candidates vying to succeed the long-serving SPD mayor Jürgen Dupper, who is stepping down after nearly 20 years in office.

Aerolíneas Argentinas reported a positive operational surplus of $112 million in 2025, marking its first profit in two decades without requiring state subsidies.

The Danish government plans to allocate 15 billion kroner for coastal protection, drawing criticism from a professor who believes taxpayers shouldn't foot the bill for decades of poor development in flood-prone areas.

Judges in Latvia face a new pension reform that increases service years required for special pensions from 20 to 25 years and alters pension calculation methods, raising concerns about financial security.

Michele Lyn Hundley Smith, who disappeared over 20 years ago, has finally shared the reasons behind her decision to leave her family after being found living a double life.

Santander has announced a strategic plan to achieve over 20 billion euros in profit by the end of 2028, significantly increasing its earnings from previous years.

Banco Santander is planning to exceed 20 billion euros in profit by 2028 and is set to present its strategy during the Investor Day in London.

From January 20 to November 30, 2025, ICE detained 184 Polish citizens for deportation, marking a significant increase from previous years.

A popular restaurant in Klaipeda, Lithuania, has closed unexpectedly after two decades in operation, with no clear timeline for reopening.

Colombian singer Shakira will perform in front of the Great Pyramid of Giza on April 7 as part of her international tour Las Mujeres Ya No Lloran, marking her return to the site nearly two decades after her last performance there.

A man in Brazil has been sentenced to 32 years for torturing and imprisoning his wife for nearly two decades.

An investment simulator reveals that purchasing a two-room apartment requires between 20 to nearly 100 years of minimum wage earnings in Argentina.

Proposed changes to the minimum guarantee sum for tax advisors' liability insurance could significantly impact clients, with new rates anticipated after over two decades.

Actor James Sutton has left the Channel 4 soap Hollyoaks after 20 years, culminating in emotional farewell scenes featuring past characters.

Robbie Williams is set to return to Argentina for a concert at Movistar Arena on October 1, marking his first performance in the country in over 20 years.

An 18-year-old man has been sentenced to 14 years and 4 months in prison for the murder of a 20-year-old in Eskilstuna, Sweden.

Ralf Kellermann, the coach who led VfL Wolfsburg Frauen to numerous national and international titles, announced his departure at the end of the season after more than 20 years with the club.

A businessman in Teresina had a gold chain valued at approximately R$ 20,000 stolen during a robbery.

Yael Kutnick, the legal advisor to the Ministry of Justice, provided testimony against a senior police officer with hopes of avoiding indictment, but her testimony was deemed manipulative and unreliable by a court over 20 years ago.

Michele Hundley Smith, who disappeared 20 years ago, has been found alive and living a secret life, leaving her daughter Amanda reeling from the revelation.

Michael Phelps expresses his concerns about his children's involvement in swimming and discusses mental health issues in a podcast interview.

Robbie Williams is set to perform in Buenos Aires, marking his return after 20 years, with ticket sales starting for select users today.

The South Korean duo Panic, known for hits like 'Left-Handed' and 'Snail', is reuniting for a concert after 20 years, set to take place in April 2024.

The owners of Wooleen Station in Western Australia plan to sell their property after nearly 20 years of conservation efforts.