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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Disguise your balls, champion

A Brazilian entertainment executive discusses the absurdity of receiving trivial feedback on a script for a television series.

Feb 26 • 20:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Laughing at Oliver Laxe

The article discusses the public's humorous reaction to filmmaker Oliver Laxe and the absurdity of his statements during the promotion of his latest film, 'Sirat.'

Feb 26 • 20:29 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

This We Will Cut: How to Discourage Listeners

This podcast episode humorously discusses absurd topics and aims to entertain listeners, albeit with a suggestion to seek professional help if they endure the content till the end.

Feb 26 • 19:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Life and death in the farce

The article critiques the absurdity of political attempts to legislate against public spectacles, suggesting such actions could lead to self-prohibition among politicians.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

15 months imprisoned for playing 'Call of Duty': the unusual case of Venezuelan cadets accused of conspiracy by Chavismo

A group of Venezuelan military cadets has been released after 15 months in detention for allegedly conspiring due to their online gaming activities with 'Call of Duty', highlighting the absurdity of political repression in the country.

Feb 24 • 11:38 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

The Abuse of Social Workers During Training and the Success of Integrated Care

A social worker recounts the absurdity of being forced to perform menial tasks instead of gaining relevant experience during training, highlighting issues within South Korea's social welfare system.

Feb 23 • 04:52 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The romance of Samid and Carignano

The article discusses the unusual romance between Florencia Carignano and Alberto Samid amidst a backdrop of political absurdity in Argentina.

Feb 21 • 09:12 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Gen. Roman Polko harshly criticizes Donald Trump's Peace Council: The man sometimes didn't know where to put his eyes

General Roman Polko sharply criticized Donald Trump's inaugural speech at the launch of the Peace Council, emphasizing its absurdity and lack of substance.

Feb 21 • 08:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Gloss: The Spotlight

This article reflects on the philosophical musings of comedian Hape Kerkeling, highlighting the absurdity of life being likened to a quiz.

Feb 20 • 14:33 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

The Absurdity of Czech Medicine: Allowing Pharmacists to Vaccinate but Not Doctors

A controversial proposal in Czechia allows pharmacists to administer vaccinations, while many doctors remain prohibited from doing so, raising concerns about healthcare logic and the push for higher vaccination rates.

Feb 20 • 12:38 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Parody of the capture of Nicolás Maduro at the Dzitbalché carnival, Campeche | VIDEO

A parody of Nicolás Maduro's capture was featured in the carnival parade of Dzitbalché, Campeche, highlighting the absurdity of the event.

Feb 18 • 16:53 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Colbert trashes 'crap' CBS statement denying network killed Talarico interview

Stephen Colbert responded critically to CBS's statement denying that they blocked his interview with Rep. James Talarico from airing, highlighting the absurdity of the situation.

Feb 18 • 13:45 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

Peak of Absurdity? A Desert Racetrack is Being Wet to Host an F1 Test Day

The F1 series is entering a new era with significant changes to the cars, necessitating additional testing sessions, including an unprecedented fourth test week in Bahrain to evaluate vehicles in wet conditions.

Feb 18 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Crime & Justice

Crime in Vianno: The Absurdity with the Keys - The Fratricide is Defending Himself

A 64-year-old man is set to face judicial questioning after allegedly killing his 67-year-old brother in their family home in Vianno, Crete, over a dispute involving car keys.

Feb 17 • 06:45 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The last tough guy from Hollywood exits the scene

Robert Duvall, an iconic American actor, passed away at the age of 95, renowned for his brilliant performances and portrayal of war's absurdity in films like 'Apocalypse Now.'

Feb 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

'The Enemy': Drama and Humor to Talk about War

The play 'El enemigo' by Agustín Meléndez Eyraud explores the absurdity of perpetual wars, particularly through the lens of Mexican-American experiences and the impact of the Ukraine conflict.

Feb 16 • 18:34 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Rosebush Pruning: Karim Aïnouz is disoriented by the path taken by Yorgos Lanthimos in a satire as silly as it is seductive

Karim Aïnouz struggles to find clarity in a satirical take reminiscent of Yorgos Lanthimos's style, exploring the fine line between absurdity and attraction.

Feb 14 • 20:34 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Meat, pasta, toothpaste, and too much sex: when explanations for doping exceed fantasy

The article discusses various unusual justifications athletes have given for doping violations, exploring the absurdity of some of these explanations.

Feb 13 • 20:51 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Blossoms of the AI Hype: The Schachtürke is Back

A satirical take on the emergence of AI agents on the social network Moltbook, highlighting the absurdity of their claims against humans.

Feb 13 • 06:50 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Susan Luitsalu recalls: 'In New York, nobody is waiting for unkempt provinces'

Susan Luitsalu reflects on her experience attending New York Fashion Week, emphasizing the excitement and absurdity of being invited to such a high-profile event.

Feb 12 • 08:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

From olive oil to the bankruptcy of Master

The article discusses the redundancy and absurdity of certain linguistic constructions, using examples like 'olive oil' to illustrate how language evolves and often misinterpreted.

Feb 11 • 19:16 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

With Extras, the Carnival of Powers Lasts All Year Long

The article reflects on the allegorical representation of political figures during Brazilian Carnival, highlighting the absurdity of their behaviors and privileges.

Feb 9 • 14:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Don't miss these photos: demonstration for a million, weather prophet, or a prince chased by hounds

The article presents a selection of impactful images capturing various global events from protests to the absurdity of life amidst war, highlighting both human and emotional moments.

Feb 8 • 16:39 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Will they depart from loud reforms of the Ministry of Education? "We guarantee this 100 percent. We will immediately throw out this absurdity"

A debate in Poland led by the Law and Justice party discussed education reforms, with former Minister Przemysław Czarnek advocating for a return to traditional educational methods, including homework and patriotism.

Feb 7 • 17:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Absurdity by the Sea: Construction Defects Cost 21 Thousand Euros, but the Debt Was Assigned to the Homeowner

A homeowner in Lithuania is facing significant construction defects in their newly built house, with issues costing them 21,000 euros.

Feb 7 • 11:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Life & Tech

I'm against order, but the procedures in our country lead to absurdity. A conversation with Professor Mārci Auziņš

In an interview, Professor Mārcis Auziņš discusses his new book on meditation and critiques the absurdities of procedural norms in society.

Feb 7 • 04:07 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SIIRI SISASK ⟩ The state is becoming a proper villain

Siiri Sisask expresses concern about the absurdity of life in Estonia due to high electricity and living costs, questioning how citizens can survive while the state expects lawfulness and timely tax payments.

Feb 6 • 12:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Crime & Justice

Pam: The true hourly wage of Wolt couriers revealed – "Absurdity"

A report from the PAM union has revealed that the actual pre-tax hourly wages for Wolt couriers can be as low as under four euros, based on data gathered from their logged hours and compensation.

Feb 5 • 12:52 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

ERAKONDADE VOX POPULI ⟩ Marek Reinaas: It’s absurd that Estonian people constantly and passionately discuss the price of electricity

Marek Reinaas highlights the absurdity of the ongoing passionate discussions among Estonians regarding the continually rising electricity prices, which have surged significantly in recent months.

Feb 5 • 07:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

The Viral Madness of Ćaleta-Car: 'This is the most surreal penalty in history'

Duje Ćaleta-Car, a defender for Real Sociedad and the Croatian national team, committed a remarkable foul leading to a penalty in the Copa del Rey quarterfinal against Alaves, which has gone viral due to its absurdity.

Feb 5 • 06:34 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

What an absurdity at the SP: Fifa is selling parking spots, which are more expensive than tickets for the match!

Fans are expressing concern over the high costs of attending the 2026 World Cup, with some already backing out due to expensive logistics even before tickets go on general sale.

Feb 3 • 19:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

'Cannibal Laughter': Ayuso, Le Pen, Meloni and the Tickling Crew

'Cannibal Laughter' is a theatrical work by the Las Huecas collective that blends metaclowning, physical comedy, visual theater, and the absurdity typical of Catalan theater, highlighting the usurpation of comedy by populist politicians.

Feb 2 • 11:46 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Republican lesbians, excesses and moralizing: why 'The Hunting Wives' is a fascinating absurdity

The article critiques the American series 'The Hunting Wives' for its excessive and puzzling portrayal of characters, blurring the line between intentional satire and chaotic narrative.

Feb 2 • 10:48 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Such absurdity Croatian football has not yet experienced! What is the controversial Zadar resident hiding from the public?

The article discusses the lack of quorum at a recent assembly of club representatives in Croatian football, where despite significant participation, the election of a candidate was not successful.

Jan 14 • 14:39 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Iran and pro-Maduro, a left out of this world. Conte distances himself

The article discusses the absurdity of a section of the left supporting Nicolas Maduro amid protests for freedom in Venezuela, criticizing figures like Maurizio Landini for referring to Maduro as an 'elected president'.

Jan 13 • 05:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Hungary and Poland: Political Asylum as a Farce

Hungary granting political asylum to Poland's former justice minister highlights the absurdity of authoritarian solidarity within the EU.

Jan 12 • 17:40 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Sports

Absurdity in Dukla: Végh remains, Šiarnik's resignation was motivational, says director Baran

The director of Military Sports Center Dukla, Gabriel Baran, stated that the organization's decision not to renew skialpinist Jakub Šiarnik's contract ultimately motivated him to qualify for the upcoming Winter Olympics.

Jan 12 • 15:46 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Lyrics by Juliane Liebert: We killed Grandma because she bothered us

Juliane Liebert challenges the traditionally male-dominated genre of murder ballads by creating new, dark songs that explore themes of violence and the absurdity of society's response to it.

Jan 9 • 18:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Adolescence icon's forgotten Netflix period drama branded 'waste of time'

Netflix fans are criticizing a new period drama adaptation as a waste of time due to its absurdity and lack of excitement, despite a notable cast.

Jan 8 • 12:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Human Condition in a Carrefour Parking Lot

In his latest publication, Txema Salvans transforms the Sunday routine in the hypermarket parking lot into a study of social landscape, revealing the absurdity and strangeness of contemporary leisure and daily life.

Jan 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

What are they drinking in the government?

The article discusses the absurdity of the political situation in Greece, highlighting the serious yet surreal aspects of current events, such as the Athens FIR blackout.

Jan 8 • 02:30 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
Life & Tech

Ronny Chieng Remarks on Trump ‘DoorDash-ing’ Maduro to Brooklyn

In a comedic commentary, Ronny Chieng discusses the absurdity of Trump reportedly bringing Maduro to Brooklyn, likening it to a DoorDash delivery.

Jan 7 • 11:40 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
World

Groups

The article discusses the perception of Greece in Venezuela and comments on the absurdity of mourning a regime in a foreign country unknown to many.

Jan 7 • 09:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

TV Republika Chief on the 'Absurdity' Regarding Tusk: 'This Example of Madness Will Be in Textbooks'

The head of TV Republika commented on the absurd debate surrounding Donald Tusk, suggesting that similar political consequences should befall him as seen in Venezuela, amidst criticism from various quarters.

Jan 6 • 21:06 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Exhibition by Lena Schramm in Würzburg: Hysterical Pleasure

The solo exhibition by Berlin artist Lena Schramm at the Museum im Kulturspeicher in Würzburg explores themes of recreational culture and the absurdity of daily life.

Jan 2 • 20:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The (false) civil war of where to see the grapes

The article discusses the strange tensions surrounding New Year traditions in Spain, particularly the criticism of public figures and the absurdity of turning celebratory moments into conflicts.

Jan 2 • 00:58 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The Facade Feminism that Overlooks Women

The article discusses societal narratives that label violent immigrant men as mentally unstable while questioning the absurdity of this reasoning, highlighting recent incidents in Paris as examples.

Dec 29 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The 'Battle of the Sexes' becomes a farce: between tennis, clowns, and false lessons of equality

The article critiques the 'Battle of the Sexes' as a comical spectacle rather than a serious display of athletic competition, highlighting the absurdity of the event featuring tennis and entertainment elements.

Dec 29 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Irene Pujadas: "There is a social obligation to overcome fantasy"

Irene Pujadas, author of 'La intrusa', explores the absurdity of life through the stories of individuals struggling to find meaning in contemporary society.

Dec 28 • 04:30 UTC

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