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🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Tech Expert Creates ‘Kidnap Button’ to Escape Boredom, Unique Method Goes Viral

A tech expert from Bengaluru has created a 'kidnap button' that automatically books a cab to interesting locations whenever pressed, in a humorous take on alleviating weekend boredom.

Feb 28 • 02:08 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Killed Sharon Verzeni 'out of boredom', awaiting sentence for Moussa Sangare

The court is expected to deliver a sentence for Moussa Sangare, accused of murdering Sharon Verzeni in Italy, with the prosecution seeking a life sentence citing premeditation and trivial motives.

Feb 25 • 12:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Sanremo as an anesthetic: the Festival of Conti sinks between boredom and escape of the viewers

The first night of the Sanremo Festival, hosted by Laura Pausini, saw a significant drop in viewership and dissatisfaction from both the audience and critics due to weak performances and a lack of engaging ideas.

Feb 25 • 10:13 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Verzeni murder, Moussa Sangare sentenced to life imprisonment: 'He broke a life out of boredom'

Moussa Sangare has been sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Verzeni, which he committed without motive in Terno d'Isola.

Feb 25 • 09:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

A Month Without Deeper Meaning: Down with February

February is portrayed as a month without purpose, merely serving as a transitional period between January and March, often characterized by dreary weather and a sense of boredom.

Feb 23 • 12:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Jonas's Third Consecutive Leadership Makes BBB 26 Sag into Boredom

Jonas Sulzbach's third consecutive leadership in BBB 26 is causing boredom in the reality show's competition following recent expulsions.

Feb 21 • 16:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Six reasons for and against going to the museum with your children

The article discusses the pros and cons of visiting museums with children, weighing cultural experiences against potential boredom for kids.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

SRK's first Instagram account becomes active after 14 years!

Shah Rukh Khan's 14-year-old Instagram account @picsrk has unexpectedly been activated, with the hacker claiming to have logged in out of boredom.

Feb 16 • 08:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

On the Head a Manifesto or Boredom? What the Helmets of Skeleton Athletes Revealed in Cortina

Skeleton athletes showcased their personal stories and statements through their helmet designs at the Olympics in Cortina.

Feb 16 • 08:28 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Nothing like boredom to write': the mysterious Agatha Christie in a rare interview with the BBC

Agatha Christie, known for her captivating mystery novels, shared insights into her life and writing process in a rare BBC interview from 1955.

Feb 16 • 02:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Lunar New Year Playlist to Forget the Boredom of Congested Roads

A curated playlist of songs themed around 'home' to make the busyness of traveling during the Lunar New Year more enjoyable.

Feb 14 • 23:01 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Leaving Social Media Is Not Heroism. We Just Became Bored

The article discusses the concept of leaving social media platforms, suggesting it is not an act of bravery but rather a reaction to boredom.

Feb 14 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Necessary Calm for Intellectual Activity: Boredom to Change the World

The article discusses the importance of boredom in fostering creativity and intellectual engagement in an age dominated by immediate gratification and constant stimulation.

Feb 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

Dr. Sirmais will prescribe recipes against culinary boredom in the new season

Chef Mārtiņš Sirmais returns with 'Dr. Sirmais' to show viewers how to enhance everyday meals into restaurant-worthy experiences with simple techniques.

Feb 13 • 22:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Food is often a balm for another need for children, says nutrition expert

Nutrition expert Zdeňka Trummová highlights how children often use food to cope with emotions or boredom, raising concerns about unhealthy eating habits.

Feb 12 • 08:15 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Shooty: Boredom

The article promotes the sale of ten numbered prints of a graphic work signed by the artist Shooty.

Feb 10 • 16:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

The announcer's mic was left on – This comment was not supposed to be heard by the audience

During a live broadcast of Olympic snowboarding, NBC commentator Todd Richards accidentally had his microphone on and expressed his boredom with the men's big air final.

Feb 8 • 07:31 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Is your child complaining that they are bored? This is useful, here's how to react

Experts explain how parents should respond when their children complain of boredom, highlighting the potential long-term benefits of allowing children to experience boredom.

Feb 6 • 14:29 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Your child says they are bored? That's a good thing

The article discusses how a child's statement of boredom can be beneficial, encouraging creativity and imagination, rather than immediately providing them with solutions and entertainment.

Feb 6 • 14:29 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Father, Mother, Boredom. How Jim Jarmusch Became a Nostalgic Punk

The article explores Jim Jarmusch's evolution from the no wave punk scene of the early 80s to becoming a filmmaker whose works are often criticized for a lack of conventional storytelling.

Feb 5 • 13:19 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Email to Epstein: You drool over Mette-Marit

New revelations about Norwegian Crown Princess Mette-Marit’s relationship with Jeffrey Epstein emerge, including a 2012 email in which she expresses boredom in New York and reaches out to him.

Feb 4 • 11:49 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Discovery in New York: Andy Warhol's Secret Films

The New York MoMA has discovered films by Andy Warhol that were never developed, showcasing a world of art between provocative boredom and explicit sexuality.

Feb 3 • 16:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Man spends 16 hours in Wetherspoons and his five-word verdict says it all

Phil Carr documented his 16-hour challenge at a Wetherspoon pub, sharing meals, drinks, and his boredom, ultimately providing a five-word verdict on the experience.

Jan 15 • 16:23 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

The entire galaxy and nothing in it. Open worlds are often inflated boredom for players, says Möwald

Game journalist Jaromír Möwald discusses in a podcast how the open world concept has evolved from a technological and design breakthrough to a standard feature in games that sometimes hinders rather than helps player experience.

Jan 15 • 12:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Obituary: On the Meaning of Life

The article reflects on the feelings of boredom and unhappiness experienced in the workplace, using the character Dilbert as a symbol of this sentiment.

Jan 14 • 13:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

Life and crimes of Panama, the king of robbers who founded Miami: 'He robbed dentists with punches out of boredom'

The article explores the life and criminal exploits of Jose Manuel Cifuentes, known as Panama, who gained notoriety for his unconventional robbery methods and his influence in the criminal underworld.

Jan 13 • 23:09 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

The End of Boredom

The author reflects on the significant changes in Iran since the 1979 revolution, noting the shift in public sentiment from supporting Khomeini to celebrating the son of the former Shah.

Jan 12 • 09:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

I've been to prison and you'll be surprised at what we do to avoid boredom

Former inmates reveal the realities of prison life and how they cope with boredom behind bars.

Jan 8 • 11:56 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Generation Alpha: 'These children hardly know boredom - that's a problem'

A youth researcher discusses how Generation Alpha, born from 2010 onward, is frequently glued to their phones, seeking constant dopamine stimulation, yet asserts they are not a lost generation.

Jan 5 • 10:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Why do dogs sigh? Here’s what your pet means by it

Many dog owners recognize the charming, deep sigh their pet lets out after seemingly spending the whole day napping, prompting questions about its meaning from boredom to relaxation, with experts offering surprising insights.

Dec 27 • 17:18 UTC
🇸🇰 SME
Life & Tech

Do you yawn more than usual? The reason may not just be boredom or fatigue

The article discusses the phenomenon of yawning, exploring its causes beyond just boredom or sleepiness, despite being a common daily experience that has received limited scientific attention.

Dec 8 • 18:18 UTC

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