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🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brian from the Backstreet Boys sues retiree for using the beach in front of his house

Brian Littrell of the Backstreet Boys has filed a lawsuit against a retiree for using the beach near his mansion in Florida, claiming her frequent visits invade his property.

Feb 27 • 22:20 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Red, Blue, Green: Making 'May Banners' for Healthy Growth of Boys in Saga

The peak season for making 'May Banners' in Saga, Japan, is underway, aimed at wishing for the healthy growth of boys during the Children's Day celebration.

Feb 27 • 21:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Boys Are Not Shells

The Estonian Defense Forces are temporarily accepting fewer recruits this year to allow officers to share their experiences from the war in Ukraine, leaving many eager young volunteers in limbo.

Feb 27 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Coronation Street star Frank Grimes left large fortune to wife after his death

Irish actor Frank Grimes left a significant inheritance of £125,000 to his wife Ginnette after his passing.

Feb 27 • 15:04 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Two boys sentenced for assault

Two boys have been sentenced for committing an assault in Iceland.

Feb 27 • 07:48 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"Girls don't simulate as much as boys." Women can play football and can play it well, despite critics

The article discusses the challenges and potential of women's football in Czechia, highlighting recent successes in women's sports amidst ongoing skepticism.

Feb 27 • 05:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Teen boys driving homophobic attacks in NSW, police data reveals

Police data indicates that teenage boys are significantly responsible for a surge in anti-LGBTQIA+ violence in New South Wales, with nearly 200 incidents reported this year.

Feb 26 • 22:09 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
Crime & Justice

‘Trailer Park Boys’ actor Mike Smith to stand trial for sexual assault

Mike Smith, known for his role in 'Trailer Park Boys', has pleaded not guilty to a charge of sexual assault and will be tried in provincial court.

Feb 26 • 20:19 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Suspected triple murderer: In town for drugs

A 21-year-old man is on trial for allegedly shooting two teenage boys and a 20-year-old man at a hair salon in Uppsala last year, although he denies the charges, claiming he was in Uppsala for drug dealings.

Feb 26 • 12:39 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tension in football: Newell's fans condemned the use of a t-shirt in defense of the AFA

Newell's Old Boys fans protested against their team's show of support for the Argentine Football Association (AFA) before a match at the Marcelo Bielsa Stadium.

Feb 26 • 00:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Gov’s wife encourages boy child to shun cybercrime

The wife of the Lagos State Governor has urged young boys to avoid cybercrime and embrace positive values during a workshop focused on moral guidance and mentorship.

Feb 26 • 00:35 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Newell's joined San Lorenzo and Instituto and their players came out with a shirt in support of the AFA: the fans insulted Chiqui Tapia again

Newell's Old Boys, along with San Lorenzo and Instituto, expressed support for AFA leadership by having their players wear shirts, which drew jeers from their fans aimed at AFA President Chiqui Tapia amidst a corruption investigation.

Feb 25 • 23:51 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Crime & Justice

18-year-old convicted of raping three underage boys in Oslo

An 18-year-old man has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison for the sexual assault of three young boys in Oslo.

Feb 25 • 13:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Crime & Justice

The victim in Eskilstuna testified about previous murder attempts

Four teenage boys are suspected of being involved in a murder at a restaurant in Eskilstuna, marking Sweden's first homicide of 2026.

Feb 25 • 13:57 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Crime & Justice

18-year-old convicted of raping three underage boys in Oslo

An 18-year-old has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison for the rape of three underage boys in Oslo, with his defense attorney planning to appeal the decision.

Feb 25 • 11:05 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

18-year-old convicted of rapes

An 18-year-old has been sentenced to 6.5 years in prison for raping three minor boys in Oslo.

Feb 25 • 11:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Spring of the Canadian star in the SM League with two boys? "It will be fun"

Maxime Fortier of SaiPa is set to celebrate the arrival of his second son this spring while also making headlines with his impressive performance in the SM-liiga.

Feb 25 • 11:00 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Pas-de-Calais: a vehicle with four 15-year-olds collides with a car, causing the death of three people

A tragic accident in Pas-de-Calais resulted in the death of three individuals, including two 15-year-old boys, after a collision involving a vehicle carrying minors.

Feb 25 • 09:23 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The hunting gaze and Ronaldo's smile are ideals of beauty for Estonian boys

Estonian boys' ideals of beauty are significantly influenced by social media, which sets often unattainable standards.

Feb 25 • 09:15 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

'The boys here do not drink alcohol, marry them'

Two sisters from Bhopal, Amreen and Afreen, have been accused of running a conversion and gang rape syndicate targeting Hindu girls, as revealed by a victim who worked as a beautician.

Feb 25 • 08:09 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Egypt.. Government Decision to Establish a College for the Quran at the Request of the Sheikh of Al-Azhar

The Egyptian government has decided to establish a College of the Quran for boys and girls at Al-Azhar University in response to a request from the Sheikh of Al-Azhar.

Feb 25 • 05:24 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Jason Mraz, AC/DC and Pet Shop Boys perform in São Paulo; see schedule

International artists Jason Mraz and AC/DC are set to perform in São Paulo, showcasing their latest tours.

Feb 25 • 03:28 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Amir Khan fans rally around TV doctor after 'horrendous' incident

Fans of TV doctor Amir Khan have shown their support after he described a recent embarrassing experience while staying in a hotel.

Feb 24 • 16:34 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Crime & Justice

The Grenade Case in Pilestredet: The Case Against One of the 13-Year-Olds is Dropped

The case against one of the two 13-year-old boys involved in a grenade incident in Oslo's Pilestredet is closed due to his age being below the criminal threshold.

Feb 24 • 14:59 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Crime & Justice

Boys visited accused of abuse weekly to play computer games

A group of boys visited a 57-year-old man accused of child abuse several times a week to play computer games.

Feb 24 • 12:47 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Ghost could win six Grammys - here are all the nominees

The Swedish metal band Ghost leads with six nominations at the Grammisgalan, while Viagra Boys also has multiple chances for awards.

Feb 24 • 07:56 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Here are the artists who can win awards at Grammis 2026

The IFPI has announced the nominees for the 43rd Grammis Awards, showcasing the best music from the previous year.

Feb 24 • 06:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did the victimized minor boys say about Swami Avimukteshwaranand?

The article discusses the serious allegations against Swami Avimukteshwaranand, including POCSO charges, and the police investigation involving statements from minor victims.

Feb 24 • 06:44 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Actresses Don’t Want to Work with Anil Kapoor, Says He Needs Young Boys...

In a recent press event, actor Anil Kapoor humorously lamented that contemporary actresses aren't willing to work with him, expressing a preference for younger actors instead.

Feb 24 • 06:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Pet Shop Boys, Rodrigo Villegas, and Bomba Estéreo headline the second night of the Viña 2026 Festival

The second night of the Viña del Mar International Song Festival features performances by Pet Shop Boys, comedian Rodrigo Villegas, and Colombian duo Bomba Estéreo.

Feb 24 • 02:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

President Yoon says to Lula, 'We met as two little boys, and we are brothers'

South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol presented Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva with a video using childhood photos, asserting a brotherly bond between them during Lula's state visit to South Korea.

Feb 24 • 00:48 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Three boys are detained after a man is killed by stones in Curvelo

Three young men were detained following the death of a 45-year-old man who was killed by stones in Curvelo, Brazil, after a physical altercation.

Feb 23 • 19:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Sky News
Crime & Justice

Children's home manager abused vulnerable boys and girls in 18 year 'regime of fear'

A children's home manager was found to have sexually abused multiple vulnerable children over an 18-year period at a care home in Halifax.

Feb 23 • 18:42 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Violence in Rosario: a Newell's player’s car was set on fire, and a flag with a threat was left

A Newell's Old Boys player had his car set on fire, accompanied by a death threat against the entire team, highlighting escalating violence in Rosario.

Feb 22 • 19:28 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Crisis at Newell's before the classic match against Rosario Central: Molotov cocktail thrown at a player's car and threats banner

Newell's Old Boys faces a crisis ahead of their match against Rosario Central, marked by a Molotov cocktail attack on a player's car and a threatening banner.

Feb 22 • 18:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Police Suspects: Three Under 15 Climbed a TV Mast

Police suspect that three boys under the age of 15 climbed a TV mast in Raasepori, Finland, reportedly due to a social media challenge.

Feb 22 • 13:42 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Only 10% of boys aged 14-16 read daily for pleasure, National Literacy Trust finds

A recent report by the National Literacy Trust reveals that only 10% of boys aged 14-16 engage in daily reading for pleasure, with academic demands and screen time impacting their reading habits.

Feb 22 • 13:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Police: Three young boys climbed the Raasepori TV mast

Three boys were reported to have climbed a TV mast in Raasepori, prompting a police and rescue response.

Feb 22 • 12:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Future Problem of the Left: Young Boys Are Moving Away from Their Parties and Values

Young males in Spain are showing a disconnect from progressive parties and values, raising concerns about the future of the political left.

Feb 22 • 04:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Newell's suffered a heavy defeat against Banfield and fired coaches Favio Orsi and Sergio Gómez

Newell's Old Boys faced a 3-0 loss to Banfield, leading to the dismissal of their coaching duo Favio Orsi and Sergio Gómez after just six matches.

Feb 22 • 01:49 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Doctor touched boys while conducting unnecessary 'puberty checks', court told

A former psychiatrist is on trial for allegedly sexually abusing neurodivergent boys under the guise of conducting unnecessary puberty checks at his practice in Perth, Australia.

Feb 22 • 00:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Teemu Selanne congratulated the Lions: 'I am proud of you boys'

Finnish hockey legend Teemu Selanne congratulated the men's national ice hockey team for winning a bronze medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Feb 21 • 22:03 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Sports

To some, they became the bad boys of curling. Now Canada’s Team Brad Jacobs are Olympic champions

Canada's curling team, led by Brad Jacobs, overcame a contentious journey to secure a gold medal in the Winter Olympics by defeating Great Britain's team in a thrilling final.

Feb 21 • 21:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Listen Up - Albums of the Week: Politically Spirited Folk, Indie Masterpieces, and the Timeless Beach Boys

The article reviews five music albums that bridge the past and present, highlighting their reflection of the creators' aspirations.

Feb 21 • 07:14 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Matilda Källén: Cimberly is the best – but the small-town rock boys are favorites in semi-final 4

Matilda Källén reviews the performances in the fourth semi-final of the Melodifestivalen, highlighting Cimberly's impressive pop disco hit and the strong competition from small-town rock bands.

Feb 21 • 07:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Sick man stabbed his victims 77 times and tried to cut off their genitals before killing them

A depraved serial killer admitted to murdering at least 21 young boys in grotesquely violent ways, shocking the public with the details of his crimes.

Feb 21 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pedro Cesarino reveals the structures of power in the Amazon in the book

Pedro Cesarino's new book critiques colonial power dynamics in the Amazon through a fictional narrative centered on the murder of Indigenous boys.

Feb 21 • 02:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Two teenage boys killed in car crash in southern Tasmania

Two teenage boys died in a single-vehicle crash in Crabtree, Tasmania, with speed believed to be a contributing factor.

Feb 21 • 00:33 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

France: Two 16-Year-Olds Arrested for Planning a Terrorist Attack

Two 16-year-old boys were arrested in France, one of whom had expressed intentions of committing a violent act targeting a shopping center or concert hall.

Feb 20 • 21:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Here are the winners of the Iskelmä Gala

The winners of the Iskelmä Gala have been announced, highlighting achievements in Finnish music.

Feb 20 • 20:13 UTC

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