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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

10 traditional baby names at risk of going extinct in the UK

A report highlights ten traditional baby names in the UK that are becoming increasingly rare and may soon become extinct, as modern naming trends shift away from these classic options.

Mar 20 • 09:44 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Conservative Values Guide New Eliana Program

A major opinion survey in Brazil reveals a significant shift towards conservative values, influencing the newly launched program 'Em Família com Eliana' by Globo.

Mar 18 • 20:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

ExpoRajada 2026 will feature shows by Mastruz com Leite and Sirano e Sirino

ExpoRajada 2026 will take place from April 14 to 19 in Rajada, Brazil, featuring musical performances and a traditional livestock exhibition.

Mar 18 • 15:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

STF determines that police redo physical test for candidate with dwarfism in contest

The Brazilian Supreme Federal Court has ruled that the physical fitness test for a candidate with dwarfism, previously excluded from the Civil Police of Minas Gerais selection, must be retaken with necessary adaptations.

Mar 18 • 14:07 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The dinosaur that earns millions. How does ss.com work?

The article explores the business model of ss.com, Latvia's leading online classifieds platform, which has become immensely profitable over 25 years.

Mar 18 • 12:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Greece is a strategic market for Booking - High distinction for Epirus

Greek entrepreneurs in the hospitality sector are increasingly optimistic about their future, with improved financing access and a focus on staffing and education as evidenced by the latest data from Booking.com.

Mar 17 • 17:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

‘Absolute classic’ rom-com fans say ‘cures depression’ flies up Netflix chart

Fans of the iconic 2008 rom-com ‘27 Dresses’ are celebrating its recent addition to Netflix and its swift rise up the streaming service’s charts.

Mar 17 • 14:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

World's best waterparks revealed - and two UK ones made the cut

Two waterparks from the UK have been recognized as among the world's best, according to a ranking by AttractionTickets.com.

Mar 17 • 11:44 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Zé Vaqueiro, Pablo, Zezo, Iguinho, and Lulinha, Mastruz com Leite, and more: see confirmed attractions for the São João of Castro Alves

The São João festival in Castro Alves will feature prominent Brazilian artists including Zé Vaqueiro and Mastruz com Leite from June 20 to 25, 2026.

Mar 16 • 13:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Chinese retail giant launches in UK today to rival Amazon

Chinese retail giant JD.com has launched its Joybuy platform in the UK to compete with Amazon, offering a range of products and rapid delivery services.

Mar 16 • 08:48 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"We are not a discounter": Joybuy, the platform of the Chinese giant JD.com, launches an assault on Europe

Joybuy, a platform owned by Chinese giant JD.com, has launched in six European countries to compete with Amazon by offering a variety of international brand products and ultra-fast delivery.

Mar 15 • 23:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Tânia Maria meets Tony Ramos on Domingão com Huck and is moved: 'I realized my dream'

Actress Tânia Maria had an emotional moment on the show Domingão com Huck when she met her idol, actor Tony Ramos.

Mar 15 • 22:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Are the stock markets facing a 'lost decade'? The similarities with the 2000 bubble are increasing

Analysts are drawing parallels between today's surging stock prices, driven by excitement around artificial intelligence, and the dot-com bubble of 2000, suggesting a potential for a prolonged period of poor investment returns.

Mar 15 • 09:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I worked with Claudia Winkleman on Strictly and can sum her up in two words'

A Strictly Come Dancing professional shares his positive thoughts about former host Claudia Winkleman following her departure from the show.

Mar 13 • 16:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Ingresso.com elected the best cinema app by Folha

Ingresso.com has been recognized as the best cinema app in Brazil, providing users with upgrades to enhance their purchasing experience.

Mar 13 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Globo uses AI to bring back classic segment of Serginho Groisman on Altas Horas

Globo is reintroducing the nostalgic segment "Com Quem Pareço?" on its show Altas Horas, utilizing artificial intelligence to match viewers with celebrities.

Mar 11 • 17:24 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Samsung semiconductor average selling price shows... AI boom hotter than dot-com boom

Samsung's average selling price for memory semiconductors has risen significantly due to the AI investment boom, reflecting the impact of AI on the semiconductor industry beyond previous tech frenzies.

Mar 11 • 10:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Event brings together religious leaders and academic community in debate on anti-racist education in Petrópolis

A free event titled 'Café com Axé' aims to promote discussions on anti-racist education and religious diversity in Petrópolis, Brazil.

Mar 10 • 13:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Singer dies after crashing motorcycle into pole in a city in northern Bahia

The young singer Sávio Cruz Barroso, aged 27, tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident in Juazeiro, Bahia.

Mar 9 • 19:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Eliana returns on Sundays with a new program that mixes music and family stories

Eliana's new television program 'Em Família com Eliana' premieres soon, featuring music and emotional stories of Brazilian families.

Mar 9 • 16:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

XO Kitty fans 'screaming' as familiar face returns in explosive trailer

Fans of XO Kitty are thrilled by the return of a familiar character in the newly released trailer for season 3 on Netflix.

Mar 9 • 16:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Question of R$ 500 thousand: which book was banned during the Argentine dictatorship? See if you would get it right

A participant was eliminated from the Brazilian TV show 'Domingão com Huck' after incorrectly answering a question about a book banned during the Argentine dictatorship.

Mar 9 • 14:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Globo revives series starring actress who sued the network for racism

Brazil's Globo network has decided to finally premiere the series "Veronika com K," which has been in limbo for three years, featuring actress Roberta Rodrigues who had previously sued the network for racism.

Mar 6 • 14:38 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Alter Ego Media acquires 50.1% of More.gr

Alter Ego Media has acquired a 50.1% stake in the Greek ticketing platform More.gr from its sole shareholder, retaining the remaining 49.9% ownership through We realize.com Investments Limited.

Mar 6 • 10:07 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

JD.com posts first quarterly loss in nearly four years as delivery battle takes toll

JD.com reports its first quarterly loss in almost four years, resulting in a significant reduction of its annual profit due to intense competition in the delivery market.

Mar 5 • 14:01 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

America's most overpriced pizza chain revealed, and it's not the one you think

A new study identifies Round Table Pizza as America's most overpriced pizza chain based on price complaints from customer reviews.

Mar 5 • 13:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

See what makes Pirenópolis one of the most welcoming cities in the world, according to tourist evaluations

Pirenópolis has been named one of the top 10 most welcoming cities in the world based on over 372 million verified tourist reviews on Booking.com.

Mar 5 • 07:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

SSG.com: Leap to Online E-Mart... Strengthening Delivery, Fresh Food, and Membership Benefits

SSG.com aims to dominate the online grocery market by enhancing delivery services, fresh food quality, and membership benefits.

Mar 4 • 08:50 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Sara and Nina Drag Singers Echo the Sorrows of Singers Like Alcione and Fafá de Belém in the Album 'With Tears in Our Eyes'

Drag singers Sara and Nina celebrate the emotional sorrows of love through the works of legendary Brazilian female artists in their new album 'Com lágrimas nos olhos', releasing on March 13.

Mar 3 • 15:26 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Booking.com CEO: 'Travelers switch sides for five euros'

The CEO of Booking.com claims that travelers are willing to change their bookings over a mere five euros, expressing concerns about EU bureaucracy amid geopolitical conflicts that could affect travel patterns.

Mar 3 • 05:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

50 Kilograms of Green Balls Appeared at Anssi Kela's Door – Complaint

Anssi Kela faced a complaint regarding an advertisement for a Christmas calendar filled with Fazer's green balls, which was linked to a social media post he made about receiving the product as a gift from an online retailer.

Mar 1 • 20:26 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Verkkokauppa.com delivered a 50-kilogram surprise to Anssi Kela's door - caused a complaint

Musician Anssi Kela received a massive Christmas calendar from Verkkokauppa.com, leading to a complaint regarding potential covert advertising.

Mar 1 • 17:34 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Toy Phones Found in Verkkokauppa.com Customers' iPhone Packages - Here's What Happened

Some customers of Verkkokauppa.com discovered toy phones instead of genuine iPhones in their sealed packages.

Feb 28 • 18:01 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

‘Two sessions’, Trump tariffs, JD.com earnings

The article discusses the Chinese political gatherings known as the 'Two Sessions', recent developments regarding Trump tariffs, and financial results from JD.com.

Feb 27 • 09:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Valainis addresses FIFA president and makes an incredible offer in the current situation

Latvia's Minister of Economics, Viktors Valainis, has proposed hosting the 2038 World Cup alongside partner countries to FIFA President Gianni Infantino on X.com.

Feb 26 • 14:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Martin Lewis’ MSE explains if Premium Bonds are still 'worth it' after rate cut

Martin Lewis’ MoneySavingExpert.com evaluates the value of Premium Bonds following a recent cut in the prize fund rate.

Feb 26 • 10:09 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

A boat in every dock? Chinese billionaire unveils plan for mass yacht production

JD.com founder Richard Liu aims to make yacht ownership accessible to the average consumer with his new nautical brand and substantial investment in yacht production.

Feb 25 • 10:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Flete.com will quintuple its cargo loads

Flete.com, led by Marco Reyes in Mexico, aims to significantly increase its cargo transport from 2,500 in 2025 to 13,000 by 2026 with a $20 million investment focused on technology and customer base expansion.

Feb 25 • 07:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chiclete com Banana Band Concludes Carnival in Amapá This Sunday (22)

Chiclete com Banana will perform a free show in Macapá this Sunday, concluding the carnival festivities in Amapá.

Feb 21 • 20:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

‘I slashed my water bill by £400 a year by following Martin Lewis tip’

A MoneySavingExpert.com reader shares how she reduced her water bill by £400 annually by using advice from Martin Lewis to access a water social tariff.

Feb 20 • 11:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Bridgerton star lands role in 'perfect' rom-com fans have read 'over and over'

Phoebe Dynevor from Bridgerton will star in the upcoming film adaptation of Emily Henry's romantic novel, Beach Read.

Feb 19 • 22:19 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Denník N enters Western Europe, becoming the new publisher of EUobserver.com

Slovak publication Denník N has become the new publisher of EUobserver.com, enhancing its coverage of European Union affairs.

Feb 17 • 06:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Who is the Uberlândia teacher who won R$ 150 thousand on 'Domingão com Huck'

Anna Pretta, a teacher from Uberlândia, Brazil, won R$ 150,000 on the show 'Domingão com Huck' and emphasizes the value of knowledge over monetary gain.

Feb 16 • 20:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The social network X suffers a global outage

The social network X experienced a significant global outage, preventing users from viewing and sharing messages normally.

Feb 16 • 14:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Lucky Cheltenham fans to enjoy excitement of festival from sunny Spain

Cheltenham Festival fans can win a trip to watch the event from Benidorm, including flights and VIP treatment, as part of a promotional contest by Freebets.com.

Feb 16 • 09:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"I will help you make real friends" : Burger King parodies the controversial AI collar ad Friend.com

Burger King has parodied the controversial Friend.com AI collar ad campaign by mimicking its style and slogans in a humorous advertising campaign in Paris.

Feb 14 • 10:31 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

About to Explode? How to Protect Yourself Against a Bubble (AI Edition)

The article discusses the risks associated with the potential bursting of a bubble in the tech sector, particularly driven by AI advancements.

Feb 14 • 03:03 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

A person became a billionaire from two letters, the interesting story of the sale of AI.com

A Malaysian man, Arsyan Ismail, became a billionaire after selling the domain AI.com for 600 crores, which he purchased for just 600 rupees at the age of 10.

Feb 13 • 12:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Simone Mendes, Barões da Pisadinha, Chiclete with Banana, and street blocks liven up Carnival in ES; see the programming

Carnival in Espírito Santo will feature major national music acts, street block parades, and various events from February 13 to 17.

Feb 13 • 10:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Chinese store Joybuy to launch in UK to add Brits to its 600 million customers

Chinese online retailer Joybuy plans to launch in the UK next month, targeting British customers with its extensive product offerings and same-day delivery service.

Feb 13 • 09:57 UTC

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