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🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Life & Tech

Ghanim lost his family, then his arms. It took 12 years to make it right

Ghanim Al Shnen, who lost both his family and arms, has humorously named his robotic arms after characters from 'Peaky Blinders,' showcasing his resilience and positive outlook on life.

Mar 22 • 18:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

It's not a provocation, says Bruna Spínola about steamy scenes in the convent in 'Dona Beja'

Bruna Spínola, who plays a nun in HBO Max's 'Dona Beja,' defends the portrayal of romantic scenes between same-sex characters in a repressive setting, claiming they are not intended to shock but to convey deeper themes.

Mar 22 • 18:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Inside the Call the Midwife Prequel: From Release Window to Plot as Three Nuns Return

The BBC is expanding its popular series 'Call the Midwife' with a prequel set during the London Blitz, featuring younger versions of key characters.

Mar 22 • 16:32 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Aditya Dhar's 'Peak Detailing' Mistake? Blunder in Dharundhar 2's Scene

A debate has erupted on social media over a perceived blunder in Aditya Dhar's film 'Dharundhar: The Revenge,' focusing on a specific fight scene involving the characters Hamza and Pinda.

Mar 22 • 15:27 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Not in Lyari, but in Amritsar is Hamza-Yalina's luxurious house, see inside photos

The article discusses the luxurious house of characters Hamza Ali and Yalina from the film 'Dhuranthar 2', revealing that the stunning home is located in Amritsar, Punjab, not Lyari as depicted in the film.

Mar 22 • 12:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

From Daya to Jethalal, how educated are the stars of 'Taarak Mehta'?

An exploration into the educational backgrounds of the cast of the popular Indian sitcom 'Taarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah', highlighting their real academic achievements versus their on-screen characters.

Mar 22 • 10:58 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Connect the character to the correct TV series - Do you think you can get all 10 right? Test yourself

Iltalehti presents a quiz challenge where participants must match characters to their respective TV series based on a brief description of the characters.

Mar 22 • 08:53 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Caio and Ricardo Blat Relive Kafka in a Play about the Miseries and Obsessions of Artists

The play 'Subversão Kafka' explores the struggles and obsessions of artists, through characters from Franz Kafka's stories, performed by Caio and Ricardo Blat in São Paulo.

Mar 22 • 07:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Juca de Oliveira gave a social dimension to the art of portraying what is human

Juca de Oliveira played a significant role in Brazilian television during a time of censorship, embodying social themes through his characters.

Mar 21 • 18:50 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

"A Night Only": What We Will See in the Next Episodes from Monday, March 23 to Thursday, March 26 at 21:40

The upcoming episodes of the drama series 'A Night Only' on MEGA showcase characters confronting their limits and revitalized challenges leading to emotional turmoil and growth.

Mar 21 • 16:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Characters 80+ Are in Fashion, But Are TV and Cinema Treating Them Well?

A discussion on the representation of characters aged 80 and above in film and television, highlighting the upcoming comedy 'Velhos Bandidos' and its portrayal of elderly characters.

Mar 21 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Juca de Oliveira: six decades of memorable characters in TV and cinema

Brazilian actor Juca de Oliveira passed away at 91, leaving behind a significant legacy in theater, television, and cinema.

Mar 21 • 11:44 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

Iran's War 'Shikhandi'... How Netanyahu Has Become Arbitrary Under Trump's Protection

The article draws an analogy between the characters of the Mahabharata and the current geopolitical dynamics in the Middle East, particularly highlighting how Netanyahu leverages Trump's influence to target Iran.

Mar 21 • 07:35 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

QUIZ: What name is missing from the title of the book? From Čapek through Pasternak to Mornštajnová

This article features a quiz on identifying names of literary characters that are used in the titles of famous works of literature from both Czech and global authors.

Mar 21 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Coronation Street airs 'dark and upsetting' scenes as abuse plot spirals

'Coronation Street' features distressing scenes in its ongoing abuse storyline involving characters Todd Grimshaw and Theo Silverton.

Mar 20 • 20:45 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Audio Play 'Love': Very Tender and Yet Very Wild

The audio play 'Liebe' explores the themes of romance and passion in old age through the interactions of its characters, grounded in the profession of an ocularist.

Mar 20 • 10:18 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

In the four-hour 'Dhurandhar', these actors have a two-minute role, yet stole the limelight

The film 'Dhurandhar 2' has made a significant impact at the box office, with many new characters introduced, including cameo roles from notable actors.

Mar 20 • 09:49 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Hanna-Liina Võsa: I succeed in manifesting my dreams

Singer and actress Hanna-Liina Võsa shared her experiences of embodying powerful female characters and how these roles have influenced her personal life during an interview on 'Terevisioon.'

Mar 20 • 09:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The city of Eternaut, Mafalda, and Loco Chávez pays tribute to comics with the first Biennial of the 21st century

Buenos Aires is hosting its first Comics Biennial of the 21st century, celebrating the legacy of iconic Argentine comic characters and artists.

Mar 19 • 23:43 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

If you haven’t cried, you won’t taste the salty ‘tear tea’

The article discusses a children's picture book that captures both the innocence and philosophical depth of life through the stories of an owl and its interactions with various characters.

Mar 19 • 20:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Call the Midwife prequel air date speculation and plot as three legends return

Fans of 'Call the Midwife' are speculating about the air date and plot of the upcoming prequel as beloved characters prepare to return.

Mar 19 • 17:09 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Three Graces': Zenilda and Rogério Get Closer

The article discusses the growing closeness between characters Zenilda and Rogério in a Brazilian television narrative.

Mar 19 • 16:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Dhurandhar 2: Who Played Which Role from Dawood to Nawaz?

The characters in Dhurandhar 2 have caught the audience's attention, with many roles inspired by real-life personalities.

Mar 19 • 15:38 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

VIDEO: Young farmers from Harjumaa showcased art on a tractor

Young farmers in Harjumaa creatively used their tractor to display characters from the animated film 'Minions' during an agricultural support event.

Mar 19 • 14:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Who is the harp player in Scrubs and where have you seen her before?

The article discusses the revival of the sitcom Scrubs, highlighting the reintroduction of popular characters and guest stars, including a harp player.

Mar 19 • 12:14 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Jujutsu Kaisen, season 3 - episode 11: what time does it premiere this March 19 on Crunchyroll and everything about the new episode

Episode 11 of the third season of Jujutsu Kaisen will officially premiere on Crunchyroll on March 19, 2026, featuring significant plot developments and new characters.

Mar 19 • 10:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Netflix's Scooby Doo full cast and where you've seen them before

Netflix has announced the full cast for its upcoming live-action 'Scooby Doo' series, titled 'Scooby Doo: Origins,' aimed at reimagining the story of the iconic characters.

Mar 19 • 10:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Jalal Burjess Searches for the Meaning of Existence in 'Thin Possessed by a Lame Religion'

Jordanian writer Jalal Burjess explores the meaning of human existence in his new collection of stories titled 'Thin Possessed by a Lame Religion,' where ordinary characters face existential crises amid a chaotic world.

Mar 19 • 10:20 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Special Traffic Light Motifs: When the Sams Regulates Traffic

Several German cities are introducing unique traffic light motifs to celebrate local culture and heritage, including literary characters and regional icons.

Mar 19 • 09:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Màrius Serra stands by the reader in ‘The Misunderstanding’

Màrius Serra's new novel 'The Misunderstanding' explores the tangled past of characters linked to Joan Ferrer and the impact of seemingly minor life events on their experiences.

Mar 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Turbulence: Panic in the Air is a Top-Notch Thriller That Embraces Excess and Ends in Free Fall

Turbulence: Panic in the Air is an excessive thriller revolving around three characters trapped in a hot air balloon, facing blackmail and secrets.

Mar 19 • 03:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Vorcaro, the alpha male who exposes the Republic

The article discusses how colorful characters have historically influenced Brazilian political regimes, focusing on the implications of Daniel Vorcaro's actions on democracy.

Mar 19 • 02:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'The Others' returns to Globoplay with Adriana Esteves, Lázaro Ramos, and new characters; see photo

The third season of the series 'The Others' on Globoplay premieres on April 9, featuring returning characters and introducing new ones.

Mar 18 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Netflix fans have same question as live action Scooby-Doo cast unveiled

Netflix has announced the cast for its upcoming live-action Scooby-Doo series, featuring a modern reimagining of the iconic characters and a new mystery to solve.

Mar 18 • 20:46 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

The wait is over: the trailer for Spider-Man: A New Day hints at a darker twist and new characters

The trailer for Spider-Man: A New Day has been released, revealing a more intimate and solitary journey for Peter Parker as he tries to rebuild his life without recognition or support from those he loves.

Mar 18 • 16:33 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’: New villains, characters, and everything the first trailer reveals

The first trailer for 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day' reveals Tom Holland's return as Spider-Man as he navigates the aftermath of the identity-altering events of 'Spider-Man: No Way Home'.

Mar 18 • 15:50 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Line of Duty full cast revealed as two villains return to hit BBC show

The cast of BBC's 'Line of Duty' for its upcoming season has been fully revealed, featuring the return of two villains alongside a host of new characters.

Mar 18 • 09:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

‘Brilliant’ thriller fans ‘binged in one night’ drops first-look at new series

Sky has released the first look at the second season of the popular thriller series 'Sweetpea', featuring a new storyline and returning characters.

Mar 18 • 08:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Coronation Street in grooming plot twist as fans hail 'witches of Weatherfield'

Fans of the ITV soap 'Coronation Street' are engaged with a controversial grooming plot involving a teacher and her teenage student, leading to increased tensions among characters.

Mar 17 • 20:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

War, inheritance and...a baby? First Dune: Part Three trailer is here

The first trailer for 'Dune: Part Three' showcases war and political strife, along with personal developments for main characters Paul Atreides and Chani.

Mar 17 • 17:04 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

The Land of Olives: New episode tonight at 23:00 on MEGA

Relationships in 'The Land of Olives' are tested as secrets threaten to surface, leading characters to critical decisions.

Mar 17 • 14:06 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Cold: Why Mr. Darcy Has No Cold

The article humorously explores the absence of colds in world literature as the spring season approaches, pondering why famous literary characters rarely suffer from nasal ailments despite their prevalence in real life.

Mar 17 • 11:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Emmerdale spoilers: Robert accused, Joe revenge plan and Charity and Cain twist

The upcoming episodes of Emmerdale reveal intense drama involving blackmail, revenge, and family turmoil as characters navigate conflicts and emotional challenges.

Mar 17 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

With the Characters of Ippolita, We Laugh Speaking of Saints

Ippolita Baldini brings humor and depth to biblical characters in her performances, including a portrayal of Saint Clare at Teatro Oscar.

Mar 17 • 05:25 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

In its debut, 'The Nobility of Love' showcases visual exuberance

The new telenovela 'The Nobility of Love' features stunning visuals and draws inspiration from popular narratives, debuting with a grand presentation.

Mar 17 • 00:56 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Know Who is Who in 'The Nobility of Love', the new soap opera of six from Globo

The article introduces 'The Nobility of Love', a new Brazilian soap opera set to premiere on Globo, detailing its plot, characters, and setting.

Mar 16 • 18:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

David Moragas, filmmaker and writer: "We need more imperfect homosexuals in fiction"

Filmmaker David Moragas discusses his new film 'Un altre home', which explores gay life in a gentrified Barcelona, emphasizing the need for more realistic portrayals of homosexual characters.

Mar 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Invincible, Season 4 on Prime Video: When it Premieres, at What Time, Episodes, Plot, and Everything You Need to Know

The fourth season of 'Invincible' is set to release on March 18, 2026, bringing new challenges as the characters face a total war against the Viltrumite Empire.

Mar 15 • 21:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Isaac, put on your pants

The article comments on the absurdity of leaders in the Iranian conflict, likening them to characters in a Woody Allen story about Abraham and Isaac.

Mar 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Musical celebrates 60 years of TV Globo's history

A musical commemorating the 60-year history of TV Globo will premiere in São Paulo on Friday, featuring iconic characters from various TV shows.

Mar 15 • 01:13 UTC

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