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A controversial campaign event by AfD politician Björn Höcke, featuring a Simson moped, has sparked outrage among descendants of the company's Jewish founders due to its historical ties to Nazi appropriation.

A scandal involving the secret filming of female football players in Austria has led to outrage, especially due to the leniency of the court ruling against the offender.

The opening of a Shein corner in Angers draws only a modest crowd despite prior controversies surrounding the brand.

A recent negative news story about Finland sparked outrage globally, leading to angry calls to the Finnish embassy.

Tensions escalated between France and the United States after U.S. Ambassador to France, Charles Kushner, failed to attend a meeting requested by the French Foreign Ministry regarding comments made by the U.S. Embassy about a recent political murder.

Former Matildas players criticize the new Matildas FC membership program from Football Australia, claiming it is a tactic to silence dissent.

A man in France lost a significant amount of money after falling victim to a fraudulent check scam while trying to sell his Ford Mustang.

The US Ambassador to Israel, Mike Huckabee, has sparked outrage among Arab and Muslim nations by claiming that Israel has a biblical right to large parts of the Middle East.

The Ligue 1 match between Angers and Lille will be played behind closed doors due to severe rain in the region.

The city of Angers is experiencing severe flooding as the Maine River rises, prompting officials to advise residents to limit travel.

An antifascist play's premiere in Bochum, Germany, escalated into chaos when audience members attacked actors following a fascist speech delivered by a character.

The Loire River has reached flood levels not seen in 25 years near Angers, prompting maximum alert in several regions of South-West France.

An AI-generated video featuring Brad Pitt and Tom Cruise has caused a stir among Hollywood studios.

The situation in the South-West of France is critical as the Maine-et-Loire department joins others on red alert due to severe flooding.

Ta-Nehisi Coates critiques historical narratives and the treatment of African Americans, sparking controversy among journalists.

Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance celebrated unity and culture but drew criticism from former President Trump for not addressing immigration politics more overtly.

Bad Bunny's performance at the Super Bowl celebrates immigrants, attracting attention and controversy, particularly from former President Trump.

Strasbourg loses to Le Havre while Angers secures a victory against Toulouse, and Auxerre manages a draw with the Paris FC.

Taylor Swift sparked outrage among her fans after a recent decision that was deemed unfriendly, leading to significant backlash on social media.

Ajay Rai, the Uttar Pradesh Congress President, criticizes the BJP government for allegedly insulting Brahmins and politicizing based on caste.

The Trevi Fountain in Rome now charges a two-euro entrance fee to manage tourist crowds, upsetting many visitors who feel they already contribute by throwing coins into the fountain.

Marseille has signed Algerian international midfielder Haimad Abdli from Angers, with media reports suggesting the contract extends until June 2030.

Singer S. Carpenter faced backlash from animal rights organization PETA after bringing a live bird on stage during her performance at the Grammy Awards.

Despite a lengthy period with one less player, Slavia Prague's coach Jindřich Trpišovský views the 1-1 draw against Pardubice as a significant setback that narrows their lead over Sparta to five points.

A remark by the incoming U.S. Ambassador to Iceland, Billy Long, about potentially making Iceland the 52nd state after annexing Greenland has sparked controversy in Reykjavik.

Russian diplomacy expressed serious concern over NATO's announcement to deploy additional troops in Greenland, following a meeting of Danish, Greenlandic, and American leaders at the White House.

The vice president of Germany’s largest automobile club, ADAC, has sparked outrage for publicly advocating for higher fossil fuel prices to combat climate change, leading to a mass cancellation of memberships and accusations of betrayal from drivers.

Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji sparked widespread outrage among Lebanese citizens by stating that Israel has the right to attack Lebanon due to the presence of Hezbollah's weapons.

In the Coupe de France round of 16, Montreuil, a sixth-division team, faced defeat against Amiens, losing 2-4, while Monaco and Toulouse progressed without much flair.

Emily Ratajkowski sparked controversy and criticism after sharing a video twerking in a store followed by a photo of her in a hijab at a mosque, celebrating New York's new mayor, Zohran Mamdani.

Two minors, aged 14 and 17, were arrested after they shot at cars on the A11 highway, injuring two people and causing panic among motorists.

A simple Epiphany initiative aimed at hospitalized children in Treviso becomes a political controversy due to the distribution of socks decorated with the national tricolor by local Fratelli d'Italia representatives.

The PP government in Aragon has postponed the implementation of crucial elements of the Gaming Law, leading to frustration among affected communities.

The FIFA announcement of the match schedule for the 2026 World Cup has upset TV broadcasters with unexpected kick-off times, ultimately causing inconvenience for fans as well.

Young French striker Sidik Cherif is on the verge of transferring to AC Milan from Angers, with a price tag of at least 25 million euros, although other clubs are also interested.

A woman attempting to sell a 16-year-old Tesco dress on Vinted encounters backlash over her asking price from potential buyers.

Amazon Prime Video has upset viewers by airing a shortened version of the 1946 Christmas classic 'It's a Wonderful Life', cutting out a crucial scene that alters the film's storyline, leading to widespread criticism on social media.