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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Park Ji-won: The SBS Union's Outrage is Absurd... They Should Apologize to be Respected

Park Ji-won, a member of the Democratic Party, criticizes the SBS union for their outrage over a recent retraction related to allegations against President Lee Jae-myung.

Mar 23 • 02:14 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The idea of a windfall tax on fuel traders is absurd at its core

The proposal of a windfall tax for fuel traders in Latvia is being discussed amid rising fuel prices, but the implications of such a tax may be more complicated than perceived.

Mar 22 • 22:01 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

That ugly mess in Trani: the absurd story of miscarried justice (double)

The article discusses the eight-year saga of corruption allegations against Trani's mayor, Luigi Nicola Riserbato, which began with his arrest in December 2014 due to a widespread investigation into corrupt practices in the local government.

Mar 22 • 15:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

When Mirva's delivery began, the doctor said the baby didn't need to be saved – 'It felt absurd'

Mirva Rontti faced severe complications during her pregnancy, culminating in a situation where medical professionals questioned the need to save her baby.

Mar 22 • 14:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A voracious cinephile and prestigious critic who exercised censorship with absurd passion

The article reflects on Miguel Paulino Tato's role in the censorship of cinema during Argentina's last dictatorship, highlighting the absurdity and seriousness of cultural repression.

Mar 22 • 03:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Absurd. Psychologist yells at ÅšwiÄ…tek. The world of tennis is dealing with the nightmare of the Polish superstar.

Polish tennis superstar Iga ÅšwiÄ…tek is facing a significant crisis, experiencing a disappointing season and questioning the effectiveness of her personal psychologist after a shocking early defeat in Miami.

Mar 21 • 18:54 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Trump started an absurd war and wants other countries to resolve the mess he made,' says reader

Readers express their concerns about Trump's foreign policy and its repercussions on global alliances and Brazil's economy.

Mar 21 • 01:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The Nouveau Riche American Army in the Absurd War with Iran

The article discusses the perspective of a defense expert on the peculiar military strategies of the US Army in regard to Iran.

Mar 20 • 20:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

"He is not dead, he went swimming to unblock the Strait of Hormuz": how Chuck Norris became a humor superhero despite himself

Chuck Norris has become a posthumous icon of absurd humor, with jokes and memes celebrating his larger-than-life persona following his recent death.

Mar 20 • 17:46 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Mysterious Løkke accuses Mette Frederiksen of 'absurd claim'

Lars Løkke Rasmussen claims to align more with the views of Venstre's Troels Lund Poulsen than those of Mette Frederiksen in a recent political remark.

Mar 20 • 16:26 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Secretive Lars Løkke accuses Mette Frederiksen of absurd claims

Lars Løkke Rasmussen, leader of the Moderates, is a crucial figure in the ongoing election campaign, as his choice for the royal investigator could significantly influence the formation of the next government.

Mar 20 • 16:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Notes from My Life: What is the Question: 'Are You Already Sleeping?'

The article reflects on the beauty of absurd phrases and expressions, showcasing quotes from various authors that initially seem nonsensical but reveal deeper meaning upon contemplation.

Mar 20 • 13:50 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

There is no longer any mercy

The article critiques the lack of humanity among people driven by materialism and power, resulting in a cruel and absurd war fueled by selfish interests.

Mar 20 • 13:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Wife Calls Police After Husband Refuses to Wash Dishes

A woman in Uttar Pradesh called the police after her husband refused to wash the dishes, leading to an absurd domestic dispute that surprised the responding officers.

Mar 20 • 05:44 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Gabriel the Angel…’ President Yoon Criticizes Jeong Han-gil’s Broadcast as ‘Ridiculous’

President Yoon criticized a former teacher’s YouTube broadcast making absurd claims about his alleged plan for asylum in China, prompting a defense from the broadcaster.

Mar 20 • 02:01 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Sikorski: "The Russians are in difficulty on the front, it's absurd to help Putin"

Poland's Deputy Prime Minister Radosław Sikorski warns against a geopolitics driven by business interests that could lead to global chaos.

Mar 20 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

Defense Lawyer on Compensation Claims: - Almost Absurd

During the trial of Marius Borg Høiby, his defense lawyer argued that the compensation claims made by the alleged victims are nearly absurd, and if convicted, they should reference past cases where damages were significantly reduced due to consensual sex having occurred prior to any assaults.

Mar 19 • 14:52 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Prime Minister in a podcast is a turning point. Absurd to put Fedez in the meat grinder

Giorgia Meloni's recent participation in the podcast 'Pulp' marks a significant shift in political communication, as noted by her communication advisor Tommaso Longobardi.

Mar 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Donald Trump's speech could have significant impact – Expert baffled: 'Quite absurd'

Donald Trump's recent speech regarding the Olympic hockey teams has garnered significant media attention and has implications for the perception of American hockey.

Mar 18 • 19:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Tom Pryce: the absurd double tragedy at 270 km/h that marked F1 and ruined Ayrton Senna's idol

The tragic deaths of Welsh driver Tom Pryce and a firefighter during the 1977 South African GP resonate deeply within the motorsport world.

Mar 18 • 13:19 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

"Free from Immigration". Zabrze Withdraws from Absurd Resolution

Authorities in Zabrze have rescinded a controversial resolution opposing immigration due to fears of losing European Union funding.

Mar 18 • 12:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

Absurd Theater in Africa. Senegal Stripped of Championship Title Two Months After Final

Senegal's national football team has been stripped of its African Nations Cup title due to leaving the pitch for an extended period during the final match against Morocco.

Mar 18 • 06:45 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Rifles, cameras, and cyberbullying in the new 'terror comedy' from HBO Max: as if the neighbors of Valencia lived in Trump's United States

The new HBO Max documentary series 'Vecinos' depicts absurd neighborhood disputes in the U.S., reflecting a dysfunctional society obsessed with its concept of freedom.

Mar 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Guayaquil group premieres 'Scream Direction', absurd theater and black comedy, this Thursday March 19

A Guayaquil theater group, Colectivo Barullo, unveils its adaptation of 'Direction Critorium' in an absurd comedy that reflects on societal norms prohibiting expression.

Mar 18 • 00:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Mayor of Å iauliai Calls VTEK's Decision a "Logical Absurd," Yet Still Deciding on the Complaint

The Mayor of Å iauliai criticized the VTEK's ruling on his decision to support his brother-in-law's company as being illogical and is contemplating his next steps regarding the complaint.

Mar 17 • 09:27 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Absurd Event of Pd and M5s in Europe: 'Freedom at Risk in Italy'. Anger from FdI: 'Disgraceful Initiative'

An upcoming event in the European Parliament organized by the Italian left aims to criticize the government of Giorgia Meloni, sparking backlash from right-wing parties.

Mar 16 • 16:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Eo-jun: President Yoon is nurturing Kim Min-seok as the next leader... Kim Min-seok rebuts, 'It’s a martial arts novel.'

Kim Min-seok, the Prime Minister of South Korea, responded to broadcaster Kim Eo-jun's suggestion that his U.S. trip was part of a presidential program to cultivate future leaders by labeling the claim as absurd fantasy.

Mar 16 • 11:06 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

Pope Leo XIV urges to "dialogue without truce" against the "absurd pretense" of war

Pope Leo XIV called for an unwavering commitment to dialogue and peace, denouncing the absurdity of war during a mass in Rome.

Mar 15 • 18:15 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

'Absurd' — Kyiv responds to Iranian politician who called Ukraine 'legitimate target'

Kyiv condemned Iranian politician Ebrahim Azizi's assertion that Ukraine is a legitimate target for Iran due to its military support for countries countering Iranian aggression.

Mar 14 • 19:21 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Jan Eklund: Ridiculous that Sara Danius and Peter Englund do not qualify for the best non-fiction book list

Jan Eklund argues that the exclusion of notable authors Sara Danius and Peter Englund from the list of the century's best Swedish non-fiction books is absurd.

Mar 14 • 07:28 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

"Absurd Complaint", "Let's see who gets arrested first" and "Bell": Luis Petri, Eduardo Feinmann and Pablo Rossi responded to Victoria Villarruel

Luis Petri, Eduardo Feinmann, and Pablo Rossi criticize Victoria Villarruel's complaints of defamation and threats, suggesting they are unfounded and aimed at gaining media attention.

Mar 13 • 13:35 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Let's Cut This Out: Abolish 3D!

A podcast episode from Denník N discusses various absurd topics related to immigration and cultural references in Slovakia.

Mar 12 • 19:46 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Netanyahu to Herzog: You must do the right thing and put an end to this absurd circus

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu urged President Isaac Herzog to grant him a pardon, emphasizing that Herzog should act independently and end the 'absurd circus' surrounding the situation.

Mar 12 • 19:36 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

"Incomprehensible blast, absurd" – Minister of Labour under fire, Jussi Halla-aho confused

Finnish Minister of Labour Matias Marttinen faces criticism from the opposition over a proposed law to ease the process of temporary employment contracts.

Mar 12 • 16:36 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Herzog knows Netanyahu's request for a pardon is absurd, but is unable to do the obvious

The article critiques President Isaac Herzog for not rejecting Benjamin Netanyahu's absurd request for a pardon regarding his legal troubles.

Mar 12 • 16:09 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Amid 'absurd' standoff, Hungary's unrecognized delegation arrives in Kyiv

A Hungarian delegation has arrived in Kyiv to assess the Druzhba oil pipeline, amid tensions and without official coordination with Ukrainian authorities.

Mar 12 • 14:01 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Artistic Show in Taufkirchen: Wild Vodka Varieté

The show 'Taverna Stories' by the ensemble 'Kabaret Kalashnikov' promises an exciting evening of absurd comedy, impressive acrobatics, and vibrant Balkan beats in Taufkirchen, Germany.

Mar 12 • 09:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

Perspective: Trump’s Absurd Claims Reveal the Harsh Truth About the War in Iran

The article discusses the parallels in rhetoric used by Donald Trump regarding the war in Iran and that used by Vladimir Putin concerning the Ukraine war.

Mar 11 • 18:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Pin de Fartie premieres, the new adventure of El Pampero Cine

The film 'Pin de Fartie' by Alejo Moguillansky premieres, inspired by Samuel Beckett's theater of the absurd.

Mar 11 • 14:08 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

‘Rumor of President Lee’s Dismissal of Charges’...Government and Party Call it 'Absurd Conspiracy Theory'

The ruling party and government officials in South Korea vehemently dismissed allegations of a conspiracy involving President Lee's dismissal of charges against him as an absurd conspiracy theory, while the opposition called for a special investigation.

Mar 11 • 11:47 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[View Briefing] Respect for Jang Dong-hyuk's 'Resolution' Is 'Absurd'?

A discussion covers political reactions in response to recent events including price shocks, government strategy, and opinion on military provisions.

Mar 11 • 00:37 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Absurd enough, this measurement is a comfort for her

A recent poll shows that the Socialist Left Party in Norway, led by Kirsti Bergstø, is struggling to remain above the electoral threshold, yet the latest results offer her some reassurance.

Mar 10 • 16:59 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The absurd accusation of 'gun theft' against Ahn Gyu-ryeong and Kim Hyun-tae... police decide not to forward it

The police have dismissed a complaint against Ahn Gyu-ryeong, who allegedly attempted to seize a gun from military personnel during the December 3 martial law situation.

Mar 10 • 08:11 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Sports

Shoaib Akhtar Whines Over India's T20 World Cup Win, Makes Absurd Statement

Former Pakistani fast bowler Shoaib Akhtar has sparked controversy with his comments on India's T20 World Cup victory, claiming India's dominance is detrimental to cricket.

Mar 9 • 08:28 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
World

Israel attacks Iran's oil storage facilities... US expresses strong dissatisfaction saying 'absurd'

The US has expressed strong discontent over Israel's recent attacks on Iranian oil storage facilities, signaling a potential discord between the two allies regarding the escalation of conflict.

Mar 9 • 07:31 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Inexperienced Iran, Absurd Israel [Hankyoreh Prism]

Iran's ambassador in South Korea condemned the recent attack on a school that killed and injured students, during a simultaneous press conference with the Israeli ambassador, highlighting the complexities of expressing sympathy in a political context.

Mar 8 • 20:22 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

REVIEW: Sheep in a Bra, Avatar in a Hot Tub. The Bulldog from Poděbrady is More of a Crazy Comedy than a Crime

A review of a Czech comedy movie highlights its eccentric characters and absurd humor.

Mar 8 • 19:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

M. Psyllos: It would be absurd for Greece not to support the Cypriot Hellenism – Israel's goal is the dismemberment of Iran

Michalis Psyllos emphasizes the importance of Greece's support for Cyprus in light of ongoing regional conflicts, specifically mentioning Turkey's efforts to distance Cyprus from Greece.

Mar 7 • 11:49 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A peculiar machine was installed on Leslie Nielsen's coffin

The late actor Leslie Nielsen, known for his role in romantic films and as a master of absurd humor, had a unique machine installed on his coffin.

Mar 7 • 08:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

From the Web as a Show of Oddities

The rise of absurd AI-generated images on the internet is transforming social media into a spectacle resembling a freak show.

Mar 7 • 03:05 UTC

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