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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Autonomous A2G Receives Approval for First 'National Core Technology' Export in Autonomous Driving

A South Korean startup, Autonomous A2G, has received government approval for the export of autonomous driving technology, marking a significant step for South Korea's entry into the Middle Eastern market.

Feb 26 • 07:23 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

PTDF reviews five research projects, targets patents, commercialisation

The Petroleum Technology Development Fund reviews five research projects aimed at advancing Nigeria's energy sector through commercialization and patenting.

Feb 25 • 19:54 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

In the Past, the Essence of Traveling Was Slowness. What Is It Like Today?

The article reflects on the changing nature of travel, contrasting today's rapid, commercialized experience with the slow, exploratory journeys of the past.

Feb 19 • 20:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Federal Police seizes cars in São João del Rei during operation against illegal mining in Brazil

The Federal Police in Brazil seized two cars in São João del Rei during an operation targeting a criminal organization involved in the illegal extraction and commercialization of cassiterite.

Feb 19 • 15:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Key issues impacting consumers that may be judged in 2025

The article discusses significant consumer rights issues expected to be examined by Brazil's Supreme Court and Superior Court of Justice, including the commercialization of personal data and airline liability for flight cancellations.

Feb 19 • 10:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Rare Earths off Minamitorishima: Even if Government Goals are Achieved, 'Commercialization Is Not Immediate'

Japan's government-led research team has successfully retrieved mud believed to contain rare earth elements from the seabed near Minamitorishima, but questions remain about commercialization and processing capabilities.

Feb 18 • 08:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Why is Valentine's Day in June in Brazil and in February in the rest of the world?

Brazil celebrates Valentine's Day on June 12th, while many countries observe it on February 14th, highlighting a unique cultural and commercial tradition.

Feb 14 • 14:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

SURVEY: What do the people of Pärnu County think about Valentine's Day?

The article explores diverse opinions among Pärnu County residents regarding the significance and commercialization of Valentine's Day.

Feb 14 • 05:40 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Who remembers the Quilombo Samba School?

The article reflects on the Quilombo Samba School, founded by Brazilian composer Candeia in 1975, as a critique of the commercialization of the carnival.

Feb 13 • 19:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Chung-Ang University Develops Physical Model for Next-Generation OLED Analysis

Chung-Ang University has developed a critical technology designed to accelerate the commercialization of fourth-generation OLED technology by analyzing energy transfer mechanisms in phosphor-sensitized fluorescence OLEDs.

Feb 13 • 01:50 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Life & Tech

‘Love-conomy’: why you feel the obligation to spend money this Valentine’s Day

This article explores the commercialization of Valentine's Day through the concept of 'Love-conomy,' which describes how emotional bonds influence consumer spending habits.

Feb 12 • 21:01 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Crime & Justice

Goleada Case: What is the reason the Prosecutor's Office requested preventive detention against the mayor of Guayaquil and his brothers?

The Prosecutor's Office in Ecuador has requested preventive detention for the mayor of Guayaquil, Aquiles Alvarez, and ten others as part of an investigation into organized crime linked to fuel commercialization.

Feb 11 • 11:58 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

"What is the 210,000 won for New Year's greetings?"… 'Proxy Filial Piety' products in China receive backlash and are halted

A Chinese company faced backlash for introducing a 'proxy filial piety' service for the Lunar New Year, leading to the cessation of its high-priced traditional offerings after public criticism.

Feb 11 • 06:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Disguised parents, feigned loves, frantic tourism: photographs under suspicion at PhotoBrussels

The PhotoBrussels festival, celebrating its tenth anniversary, showcases 50 exhibits that challenge the notion of truth in photography, including works reflecting on personal betrayals and the commercialization of tourism.

Feb 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

At the time of his arrest, Aquiles Alvarez did not have the electronic bracelet required in the Triple A case, according to the Prosecutor's Office

Aquiles Alvarez, mayor of Guayaquil, was arrested without the electronic bracelet mandated for his case involving illegal oil commercialization.

Feb 10 • 12:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Haitian Long-Distance Runner Savart: The Ambassador for All Those Countries That Are Still Mocked

Stevenson Savart, the Haitian long-distance runner, finished last in a skiathlon race but highlighted the true Olympic spirit of participation over commercialization.

Feb 9 • 12:48 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Do We Really Need Mother's Day?

The article critiques the commercialization of Mother's Day in Norway, arguing that it has evolved into a pressured occasion for excessive spending rather than a genuine celebration of mothers.

Feb 8 • 12:39 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

From Justin Bieber to Sydney Sweeney: Why So Many Celebrities Sell Us Their Underwear

The article discusses the evolution of undergarments from private items to commercial products heavily promoted by celebrities.

Feb 8 • 07:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Attention, you may be a commodity for your doctor

The article discusses the tragic experience of a patient's family dealing with aggressive cancer treatments that ultimately did not improve quality of life, drawing attention to questionable medical practices and the commercialization of healthcare.

Feb 8 • 01:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Doctor recommends in bestselling book: Premium ice cream for the people

A bestselling book in the U.S. advocates for premium ice cream while highlighting the commercialization of health.

Feb 7 • 09:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

The Stadium Tribunal

The article reflects on the changing dynamics of football matches at places like the Santiago Bernabéu, highlighting how societal changes and tourist commercialization affect the experience of watching football.

Feb 7 • 04:30 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

Countdown to Humanoids Commercialization: 'Safety and Reliability Are Top Priorities'

A humanoid robot demonstrated its capabilities in a package handling environment, showcasing potential for enhanced safety and efficiency in logistical tasks through careful training and learning.

Feb 6 • 10:11 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

By 2040, 53 million humanoid robots will work; the era is coming fast

The global humanoid robot market is entering a phase of mass production and commercialization, with projections indicating that over 53 million humanoid robots will be deployed by 2040, effectively replacing human labor in various sectors.

Feb 4 • 05:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The Millionaire Business of Wanting to Be Normal: "Anxiety Has Become a New Source of Profit"

The article discusses the rising commercialization of mental health struggles, highlighting a mother's desperate search for answers regarding her daughter's emotional turmoil.

Feb 3 • 23:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Trump’s Greenland threats open old wounds for Inuit across Arctic

Inuit communities in Nunavut protested against perceived threats to Greenland's sovereignty, emphasizing their partnership rather than commercialization.

Feb 2 • 13:59 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

"Not theft": Donald Trump outlines his plan for re-taking Venezuelan oil

Donald Trump detailed his plans for managing Venezuelan oil, implying that the U.S. would receive between 30 and 50 million barrels, contingent upon lifting sanctions and controlling commercialization.

Jan 8 • 06:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

An American company plans to sell sunlight at night, what's the story?

The California-based company 'Reflect Orbital' intends to commercialize sunlight by launching a satellite that can project sunlight during the night, despite environmental and health concerns.

Jan 7 • 14:40 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
Life & Tech

Despite Little Research, Companies Race to Market Autism Tests

The article discusses the rapid commercialization of autism tests by various companies despite a lack of substantial scientific research backing their efficacy.

Jan 7 • 10:01 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Money spent, time invested, and less trust in the system: how the four major publishers "drain" science

The article discusses how the commercialization of scientific journals by the four major publishers undermines the research community and erodes trust in the system.

Jan 2 • 20:46 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

"Commercialization of Dying" – Gassen Calls for Debate on Maximum Treatment for the Severely Ill

Andreas Gassen, head of the association of health insurance doctors, urges a thoughtful debate on the maximum treatment of severely ill patients, warning against an automatic push to keep them alive at all costs.

Jan 2 • 18:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

‘Parabolic Child’: a clever, unyielding and imaginative book about the current landscape of artistic production in Spain

Constantino Molina's 'Parabolic Child' presents a manifesto against the idealization of purity and cultural commercialization amidst a landscape of discontent and subjective crisis.

Jan 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

How Brands Stole Christmas from Jesus

As the festive spirit of Christmas fills cities and towns worldwide, the article explores the commercialization of the holiday, emphasizing how brands have overshadowed its religious significance.

Dec 31 • 06:30 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

The ATP is hungry: a big feast to have an exclusive circus

The ATP is pushing for a new exclusive circuit that resembles a Super League, redistributing wealth from the less successful players to the more affluent, amidst the ongoing commercialization of sports.

Dec 28 • 09:03 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Life & Tech

Are you tired of listening to Christmas carols? Here is a list of the 10 most annoying Christmas songs

The article discusses the commercialization of Christmas music and lists the ten most irritating holiday songs that can disrupt the festive spirit.

Dec 24 • 19:01 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Life & Tech

Reflections on Christmas: The Revenge of the Profane on the Sacred

The article discusses the commercialization and secularization of Christmas, contrasting it with Easter and questioning its evolution as a family-centric holiday during the Biedermeier era.

Dec 24 • 12:32 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Life & Tech

The Poles Mourn Their Animals. Monetization of Emotions, ChatGPT, and the ‘Closeness’ Package

The article discusses the cultural and emotional resonance of mourning pets in Poland, highlighting the impact of the 'Rainbow Bridge' concept and the commercialization of grief surrounding animal loss.

Dec 24 • 07:13 UTC

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