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🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

TĪRRADNIS ⟩ Māris Žigats prepares for the 'Pienvedēja piedzīvojumu' big concert and is pleased that artificial intelligence does not understand indie music

Māris Žigats discusses his band Pienvedēja piedzīvojumi's journey and the challenges of organizing a concert in a podcast appearance.

Feb 26 • 22:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Circus Club advancing in the Europa League

The article discusses Nottingham's tumultuous coaching situation as they advance in the Europa League.

Feb 26 • 12:26 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Liberal pundits compare Trump SOTU to game show, call section honoring Americans 'circus entertainer part'

Liberal commentators criticized President Trump's State of the Union address, likening parts of it to a game show and describing sections as a 'circus entertainer' segment.

Feb 25 • 17:52 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Sports

Quick hits: Gu's tribute, US hero loses teeth and the 'circus' wins

Eileen Gu reflects on her grandmother's passing after winning her third Olympic gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics, while also highlighting Sweden's curling team triumph.

Feb 22 • 22:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

The eccentric billionaire behind Cirque du Soleil

The article profiles Guy Laliberté, a billionaire and co-founder of Cirque du Soleil, who is known for his flamboyant personality and transformative impact on the circus industry.

Feb 22 • 20:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Russian star skier criticized the Olympics as a circus - this is how Kläbo responded

Russian skier Aleksandr Bolshunov dismissed the Milan-Cortina Olympics as a circus, while Norwegian champion Johannes Kläbo maintained his focus on competition despite the criticism.

Feb 22 • 16:17 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Awaiting massive class action lawsuit over refund of customs duties: – A complicated circus

The US Supreme Court has ruled that Trump's 'national emergency tariffs' are illegal, prompting him to introduce a new 10% global tariff, which he plans to raise to 15% soon after.

Feb 21 • 21:07 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Sports

Family celebration - Circus Hasselborg lifted the team to the Olympic final

Team Hasselborg's tremendous performance in curling was significantly supported by the presence of their families, dubbed Circus Hasselborg, during the Olympic finals.

Feb 20 • 17:58 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

A gesture no one asked for: Ukraine turns the Paralympics into a political circus

Ukraine has announced a boycott of the 2026 Paralympics opening ceremony due to disagreement over Russian and Belarusian athletes competing under their flags, a sentiment echoed by Lithuania's prime minister.

Feb 20 • 14:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

First weekend after Carnival in Southern Minas features music, anime, and circus; check out the attractions

The first weekend following Carnival in Southern Minas is filled with various entertainment options including music shows, anime events, and circus performances.

Feb 20 • 10:22 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Circus: The Sad Clown

The article discusses the challenges faced by clown Gianni Huesca as he prepares for a performance at Circus Krone in Munich despite being unwell.

Feb 19 • 09:34 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Wax Trucks at the Olympics: 'You can imagine it like in Formula 1'

The wax trucks, resembling a traveling circus, are stationed near the Olympic cross-country skiing center in Tesero, showcasing the essential role of ski waxing technology in competitive winter sports.

Feb 18 • 17:04 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Lies Scandal and Jungle: The Gil Ofarim Circus from RTL is a Shitshow

Gil Ofarim has become the 'King of the Jungle' on RTL's reality show despite a surrounding lies scandal.

Feb 17 • 05:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Lies Scandal and Jungle: The Gil Ofarim Circus of RTL is a Shitshow

Gil Ofarim has been crowned King of the Jungle in RTL's show despite a scandal surrounding false accusations of antisemitism.

Feb 17 • 05:29 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Lies Scandal and Jungle: The Gil Ofarim Circus of RTL is a Shitshow

Gil Ofarim has been crowned the king of the jungle in RTL's reality show despite an ongoing scandal surrounding false accusations of antisemitism.

Feb 17 • 05:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Circus Breaks with Childhood: 'This is Much More than Surprise and Illusion'

A Madrid festival challenges conventional family-oriented circus performances, pushing for recognition as a unique form of contemporary artistic expression.

Feb 17 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

N. Cesiulis – on his political future and disappointment with the party's role: we have never seen such a circus before

Nerijus Cesiulis, the mayor of Alytus and vice-chairman of the Lithuanian Social Democratic Party, expresses his disappointment with his party's current situation, describing it as a circus.

Feb 17 • 03:46 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The big sumo circus travels across America

A sold-out event in Brooklyn showcased the unique combination of sumo wrestling and sushi, attracting a large audience despite the cold weather and high ticket prices.

Feb 14 • 23:01 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Munich Security Conference has turned into ‘circus’ – Iran

Iranian officials criticize the Munich Security Conference for prioritizing performance over substance, particularly after inviting Reza Pahlavi to speak instead of senior Iranian figures.

Feb 14 • 22:24 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Zarif: The Munich Conference is a "Circus" and Europe has Lost its Weight

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi criticized the Munich Security Conference as a 'circus' regarding Iran, expressing dissatisfaction with Europe's role in regional politics.

Feb 14 • 14:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival, circus and more: check out the cultural agenda for the weekend in Fortaleza

Fortaleza offers diverse cultural activities this weekend, including Carnival celebrations, circus events, and exhibitions.

Feb 13 • 08:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Inside Margot Robbie's Wild Life from Circus School to Pre-Fame Job at Subway

The article explores the unconventional journey of actress Margot Robbie from her early days at circus school and working at Subway to becoming a Hollywood star.

Feb 12 • 15:02 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Gabo Cuevas breaks the silence after being assaulted by Poncho de Nigris: 'The man likes the circus'

Gabo Cuevas spoke out about his confrontation with Poncho de Nigris, who smashed his phone during a live broadcast, calling the incident embarrassing and rooted in misunderstandings.

Feb 11 • 14:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Cirque du Soleil in Munich: Dream Job Trapeze Artist, Side Job Court Jester

Nicolai Kuntz, a trapeze artist with Cirque du Soleil, shares insights about the challenges and camaraderie of circus life in Munich, where he is the only German artist in the show 'Alegria – in new splendor.'

Feb 11 • 13:24 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The group 'Pienvedēja Piedzīvojumi' invites you to a grand 360-degree concert at the Riga Circus

Latvian band 'Pienvedēja Piedzīvojumi' announces a unique 360-degree concert experience at the Riga Circus, scheduled for May 15.

Feb 11 • 07:37 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
Sports

Inside the circus that saw Jutta Leerdam, Jake Paul’s fiancée, win gold

Jutta Leerdam's gold medal win in speed skating drew significant attention due to her fiancé, influencer Jake Paul's presence at the event.

Feb 9 • 21:24 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The cat is a daughter, but a dog from the circus – in place of a son

A couple in Latvia, contemplating their family growth, decide to adopt a small dog to bring happiness following the loss of their oldest child.

Feb 8 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

The unseen life of the circus

The article explores the hidden life of circus performers and crew, revealing their daily routines and the stark contrast between their on-stage personas and off-stage realities.

Feb 8 • 07:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Latvian poet Arvis Vigulas coming to the Vilnius Book Fair: "Culture is vulnerable in today's world"

Arvis Vigulas, a prominent voice in contemporary Latvian poetry, will present his poetry collection "Flea Circus" translated into Lithuanian at the Vilnius Book Fair.

Feb 6 • 08:53 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

He has kept together Løkke's 'circus of fleas' - as a new minister he inherits a difficult task

Henrik Frandsen has been chosen as the new Minister of Elderly Affairs in Denmark amidst political uncertainties ahead of the parliamentary elections.

Feb 3 • 12:45 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Circus in Parliament over music, and then Paus arrived at the podium: He played a song from his phone

Thousands gathered in Zagreb's Ban Jelačić Square to greet the bronze medal winning handball team, leading to a parliamentary debate about the event's organization which featured a performance by Marko Perković Thompson.

Feb 3 • 11:12 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Susana Díaz Asked About the Massive Regularization of Immigrants in Spain and Her Response Is Clear

Former president of the Junta de Andalucía, Susana Díaz, criticizes the handling of mass immigration measures by politicians, calling it a circus.

Feb 3 • 08:38 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Cuenca inaugurates the Market of Scenic Industries (Miesc) this Monday, February 2

Cuenca will host the Market of Scenic Industries (Miesc) from February 2 to 7, featuring performances from Ecuadorian theater, dance, circus, puppetry, and music, aimed at connecting creators and cultural agents with new audiences.

Feb 1 • 14:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

Cirkopolis 2026: four foreign projects and two Czech premieres

The festival will kick off with Belgian performer Alexis Rouvre's presentation 'Tout Rien', featuring a unique circus act that plays with time instead of juggling balls, and will also include performances from seniors over 70 in acrobatic acts.

Jan 31 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Pilar Simón, interior designer, teaches how to overcome the 'millennial' white: 'Add color without making your house look like a circus'

Interior designer Pilar Simón offers insights on incorporating color in home decor while avoiding a chaotic aesthetic, amidst shifting trends from minimalist styles.

Jan 16 • 12:08 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Winter reinforcement of Dinamo has provoked the anger of fans: 'You have turned into a circus of a club, it's a shame!'

Paul Bismarck Tabinas has officially joined Dinamo Zagreb from Vukovar 1991, sparking outrage among fans due to the club's management and transfer strategies.

Jan 15 • 17:02 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

Paul Watson on Figaro TV: 'Trump's circus over Greenland aims to fracture NATO but it will yield nothing'

Paul Watson discusses his views on Trump's intentions regarding Greenland and its implications for NATO in an interview on Figaro TV, organized at the Grand Palais.

Jan 15 • 16:56 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

'Circlassica', The Circus Where Christmas Never Ends

'Circlassica' is a family circus show held at Ifema that runs until January 18, offering a festive experience that extends the Christmas spirit.

Jan 14 • 01:11 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

The Queen applauds Vila-Matas for 'not being a circus director and serving the books'

Queen Letizia acknowledged the contribution of Enrique Vila-Matas at the Zenda awards, emphasizing the importance of literature over other pursuits.

Jan 13 • 19:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Lefteris Petrounias: He went to the circus, went on stage, performed a show, and was celebrated

Lefteris Petrounias surprised the audience at a circus show by performing on stage and receiving an enthusiastic reception.

Jan 12 • 06:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Circus trainer beat the chimp with a riding whip - her screams stay with me forever

Jan Creamer and Tim Phillips, a couple dedicated to exposing animal cruelty, recount their experiences rescuing animals from circuses and the lasting trauma of witnessing mistreatment.

Jan 11 • 18:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Americans split over 'grandma candies' as caramels and circus peanuts spark debate

A nostalgic debate has erupted online among Americans about 'grandma candies', with various sweets from the past sparking both fond memories and differing opinions.

Jan 10 • 15:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
Sports

This isn't a circus!

The article discusses whether Moroccan fans have overly high expectations for their national team's performance, in light of historical comparisons to the French 1998 World Cup-winning squad.

Jan 9 • 22:39 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Another Circus Parade

The article discusses a recent circus parade featuring various performers and entertainers.

Jan 8 • 21:17 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Malaysia: In the Circus

A vivid description of Ganya's performance amidst the enchanting backdrop of Malaysia's morning light.

Jan 8 • 12:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Mélissa Da Costa Revives the Old-Time Circus in Her New Novel Fauves

Mélissa Da Costa returns with her new novel 'Fauves', set to release on January 7, which revives the traditional circus experience with a dramatic interaction between wild beasts and humans.

Jan 6 • 08:07 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
National & Local

Photo Gallery | The best images of Their Majesties' passage through the capital

On January 5th, the streets of Madrid welcome Their Majesties the Three Kings, who come filled with joy, gifts, and candies, accompanied by their pages and colorful floats featuring circus acts, dance, music, and large scenic elements.

Jan 5 • 21:01 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Shock during circus show - acrobat duo falls into the depths

An acrobat duo fell during a performance at the World Christmas Circus in Stuttgart, suffering serious injuries and being hospitalized.

Jan 5 • 18:52 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Circus and Theater: The Fear of the Air Spirits Before Measured Applause

The article discusses the contrasting experiences of audiences in Berlin, where some sit in the cold while others revel in the acrobatics of the Roncalli Christmas Circus, reflecting on the historical relationship between theater and circus performance.

Jan 5 • 17:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

The directors of "We Still Have a Show" tell Al Jazeera about the story of resistance through joy in Gaza

The film "We Still Have a Show" by Egyptian director Mai Saad and Palestinian director Ahmed Al-Danaf explores a unique form of resistance in Gaza amid devastation, celebrating joyful moments through the performances of the 'Free Gaza Circus' to uplift children's spirits.

Jan 4 • 10:36 UTC

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