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🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The Lavernhe Madness, Jim Carrey in French, Brigitte Bardot Booed... The Highlights of the Caesars

The 51st César Awards featured notable moments including Benjamin Lavernhe impersonating Jim Carrey and a controversial tribute to Brigitte Bardot.

Feb 27 • 00:19 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"We should say Epstine, not Epstein"...: Mélenchon accused of anti-Semitism after playing on the pronunciation of the American pedophile's name

French politician Jean-Luc Mélenchon faces accusations of anti-Semitism for making a controversial statement regarding Jeffrey Epstein's name during a campaign rally in Lyon.

Feb 26 • 23:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Who protects children from sexual violence?

A controversial court ruling in Brazil that initially cleared a man of sexually assaulting a 12-year-old girl has sparked outrage and led to a reaffirmation of his conviction by the appeals court after public pushback.

Feb 26 • 22:52 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

CNJ hears five reports of abuse against a judge from Minas Gerais

The CNJ has received five allegations of sexual abuse against judge Magid Nauef Láuar, following his controversial vote to acquit a man convicted of raping a 12-year-old girl.

Feb 26 • 22:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

After allegations, Nunes dismisses Deputy Secretary of Tourism; president of SPTuris leaves office

São Paulo Mayor Ricardo Nunes has dismissed Deputy Secretary of Tourism Rodolfo Marinho da Silva following allegations of his links to a controversial advertising agency with municipal contracts.

Feb 26 • 22:32 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Crime & Justice

The battle for the pose picture

The article discusses a court case in Oslo involving Nora Haukland and Marius Borg Høiby regarding a controversial photo.

Feb 26 • 22:21 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Sports

VIDEO: Olympic champions laugh with Trump about the women's team...

US President Donald Trump made controversial remarks about the women's hockey team during a call with the men's team after both won gold medals in the February 2026 Olympics in Milan.

Feb 26 • 22:15 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

It's official: a Florida airport has banned the use of this controversial garment

Tampa International Airport has announced a ban on wearing pajamas inside the airport during the day, sparking a debate among travelers in the United States.

Feb 26 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Judge approves the construction of the grand ballroom of Trump at the White House

A federal judge has ruled against a lawsuit attempting to halt President Trump's controversial plan for a grand ballroom in the White House.

Feb 26 • 21:43 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Eileen Gu posts picture with Caitlin Clark, prompting mixed reactions amid skier's Team China controversy

Eileen Gu's photo with Caitlin Clark at Milan Fashion Week has sparked mixed reactions due to Gu's controversial decision to represent China in the Olympics.

Feb 26 • 21:41 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Pati Chapoy attacks Cazzu after controversy with Nodal and Rauw Alejandro: 'Stay quiet, take care of your daughter'

Pati Chapoy criticized Cazzu in connection with controversial remarks about her relationship with Christian Nodal, urging her to focus on her child instead of engaging in public disputes.

Feb 26 • 20:50 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

He was watching a match, insulted the VAR, and his wife thought he was speaking to her: he was stabbed

A football fan in Italy was stabbed by his wife after she misinterpreted his insults directed at the VAR during a controversial match.

Feb 26 • 20:47 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Auction without buyers: the government failed to sell the controversial land in Almagro

The Argentine government failed to attract buyers for a controversial piece of land in Almagro during a recent auction.

Feb 26 • 20:45 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Was Lee Wan-yong Skilled Enough to Write Calligraphy?

The article discusses the controversial attribution of a calligraphic plaque at Independence Gate to the notorious figure Lee Wan-yong, comparing his style to that of independence activist Ahn Jung-geun.

Feb 26 • 20:18 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Albanese's caucus unity comes at a price

Australian Prime Minister Albanese's efforts to maintain caucus unity are leading to a public silence among Labor's left faction, particularly regarding controversial issues like the repatriation of ISIS brides.

Feb 26 • 19:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The cover of a 50-year-old record is requested to be removed from Wikipedia

A Finnish organization is calling for the removal of the cover image of Scorpions' 'Virgin Killer' album from the Finnish Wikipedia for its controversial depiction of a young girl.

Feb 26 • 19:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Old rock album cover causes controversy – Save the Children demands action

The organization Save the Children has requested the removal of the controversial album cover of Scorpions' 'Virgin Killer' from its Finnish Wikipedia page, citing its inappropriate and offensive content related to child sexual abuse.

Feb 26 • 19:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

NCERT Controversy: Education Ministry Orders Removal of Books from Social Media

The Indian government has ordered the removal of a controversial NCERT social science textbook from social media and digital platforms following a Supreme Court directive.

Feb 26 • 17:54 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Frida Karlsson is about to retire – Here’s how she commented on her controversial decision now

Frida Karlsson, the two-time Olympic champion, has confirmed her intention to retire from skiing after the 2027 World Championships in Falun, emphasizing the importance of living in the moment.

Feb 26 • 17:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Drax to stop burning controversial Canadian wood within next year

Drax Group has announced it will cease burning Canadian wood pellets entirely within the next year due to financial losses and environmental criticism.

Feb 26 • 17:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Mobility by AfD Politician Angers Descendants of Jewish Industrialist Family: ‘I Really Exploded’

A controversial campaign event by AfD politician Björn Höcke, featuring a Simson moped, has sparked outrage among descendants of the company's Jewish founders due to its historical ties to Nazi appropriation.

Feb 26 • 17:11 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Ulf Kristersson (M) on criticized deportations: 'The law cannot be adapted to every human story'

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson defends the controversial deportations of young migrants who reach the age of 18 while their families remain, arguing that the law must not cater to individual cases.

Feb 26 • 16:59 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Controversial strike and new rift in Argentine football: the defense of the AFA divides the five big clubs

A controversial strike in Argentine football has sparked a divide among the country's top clubs, particularly between Boca Juniors, Independiente, and San Lorenzo, who support the AFA leadership, and River Plate and Racing Club, who have remained silent against it.

Feb 26 • 16:56 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
World

Olympic cheating scandal grows - Swedish player slammed: "Snake"

A heated exchange occurred between Canadian curling player Marc Kennedy and Swedish player Oskar Eriksson during a controversial match in the Winter Olympics, escalating the existing cheating scandal.

Feb 26 • 16:53 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Prosecutor Carlos Stornelli reported La Rioja Governor Ricardo Quintela for threats of sedition

Prosecutor Carlos Stornelli has filed a formal complaint against La Rioja Governor Ricardo Quintela for alleged instigation of crimes and threats of sedition following an interview where Quintela made controversial statements about the national government.

Feb 26 • 16:20 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Magic World Cup Memories - special edition on sale now

The Mirror has released a special edition publication highlighting memorable and controversial moments from past World Cups as the tournament approaches this summer.

Feb 26 • 16:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

SM League's Controversial Decision Shocks: Tappara Plans to Appeal

Tappara plans to appeal the penalties given to the club and its head coach, Rikard Grönborg, after a controversial decision by the men's ice hockey league.

Feb 26 • 15:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The PJ came out to support Ricardo Quintela after a prosecutor's complaint about his controversial statements about Milei

The Justicialist Party in Argentina has expressed solidarity with Governor Ricardo Quintela following a prosecutor's accusation regarding his remarks about President Javier Milei.

Feb 26 • 15:44 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

PiS MP Collects Signatures for KRS Lists for Piebiak and 'Patriots'

A deputy from the PiS party is collecting signatures in Poznań to support judges running for the reformed National Council of Justice, including controversial figure Łukasz Piebiak.

Feb 26 • 15:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Expert reacts harshly to the controversial decision - 'SM-liiga failed radically'

The SM-liiga's recent disciplinary measures have sparked controversy, particularly regarding the punishments issued in a February match between Tappara and JYP.

Feb 26 • 15:34 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Agreement with Taliban: Deportations to Afghanistan

Germany has deported twenty Afghan criminals from Leipzig to Kabul, marking a controversial first charter flight established under a direct agreement with the Taliban.

Feb 26 • 15:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Why a hot chocolate with rum has become a divisive issue in Germany

A traditional winter drink in Germany, named after Congo's first Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba, is provoking debate due to its controversial historical associations.

Feb 26 • 14:59 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Bundestag: Is there a speed limit for legislation?

The German government is working to fulfill its promise to repeal the controversial heating law, while the Constitutional Court examines the expedited passage of the building energy law.

Feb 26 • 14:51 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Repugnant phrase from a radical leader against Milei: "Perhaps he shoots himself in the head and solves a problem for us"

A radical leader from Santa Fe, Luis "Changui" Cáceres, made controversial remarks about President Javier Milei, suggesting that his suicidal behavior could solve political issues for Argentina.

Feb 26 • 14:46 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Revenge uproar in the SM League – Tappara received a harsh punishment

Tappara's head coach Rikard Grönborg has been suspended for three games due to incidents in a recent controversial match against JYP.

Feb 26 • 14:40 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Opposition leaders urge National Assembly to begin fresh electoral act amendment

Opposition leaders from various political parties in Nigeria are calling for the National Assembly to initiate a new amendment process for the Electoral Act to remove controversial provisions.

Feb 26 • 14:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

He Compared Doctors to Prostitutes, Now He Has Become the New Director of the Hospital

A controversial figure who likened doctors to sex workers has been appointed as the new director of a hospital in Czechia.

Feb 26 • 14:15 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

How to Make Sense of It / Why Does the Catholic Church "Cultivate" Veneration for Relics? Is the Immortal Soul Not More Important Than the Dead Body?

The article discusses the Catholic Church's controversial stance on relics, highlighting differing opinions among believers regarding their significance.

Feb 26 • 14:02 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
Crime & Justice

Lagos refers Simi's resurfaced tweets to police for probe

The Lagos State Domestic and Sexual Violence Agency has referred controversial tweets linked to singer Simi to the Commissioner of Police for investigation following public outcry.

Feb 26 • 13:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Prue Leith says Queen Camilla was 'probably faking it' as she talks 'unhealthy obsession'

Dame Prue Leith reflects on fame, public attention, and her views on celebrity culture, including a controversial statement about Queen Camilla.

Feb 26 • 13:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

This picture of snowmobilers caused outrage, but unnecessarily – instead, many others may have been in danger

A controversial photo of snowmobilers sparked outrage on social media in Rovaniemi, but the reality shows they were not as close to danger as it seemed.

Feb 26 • 13:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Mysterious Announcement from a Controversial Company: Will Reveal Everything Today

A controversial Finnish company plans to address allegations regarding its production practices and corporate culture in a written clarification today.

Feb 26 • 13:38 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Forssell: No to a stop law on teenage deportations

Migration Minister Johan Forssell rejects calls for a temporary law to halt controversial deportations of teenagers who reach the age of 18.

Feb 26 • 13:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Solange Couto's Speech in BBB 26 is Cruel, Disgusting, Mistaken, and Must Be Condemned

Solange Couto's controversial statement on Big Brother Brasil 26 has sparked outrage for trivializing serious issues such as abuse and public harassment.

Feb 26 • 12:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Bridgerton star addresses controversial scene as fans left fuming

A star from the popular Netflix series Bridgerton discussed a controversial scene from the show's fourth season that has upset fans.

Feb 26 • 12:44 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

After the Purchase of a Villa: Raid at the Abou-Chaker Family

A raid was conducted at the Abou-Chaker family home following the controversial purchase of a villa by Arafat Abou-Chaker's son.

Feb 26 • 12:32 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Crime & Justice

Shown Insight: Medical Student Remains Free After Rape

A Belgian appeals court upheld a controversial decision to suspend the prison sentence of a medical student convicted of raping a fellow student, citing his 'considerate' behavior.

Feb 26 • 12:28 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This question about Frida Karlsson was too much – Ebba Andersson was upset: 'Idiotic'

Ebba Andersson expressed frustration over a controversial question asked about Frida Karlsson during their appearance on a Swedish talk show, describing it as 'idiotic'.

Feb 26 • 12:07 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Is the Berlin Film Festival's leadership in trouble over anti-Israel speech?

The leadership of the Berlin Film Festival faces scrutiny following a controversial anti-Israel speech made by a film director during the festival's closing ceremony.

Feb 26 • 11:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A Tough Turn: Eeva Magazine Gives the Cold Shoulder to Controversial Entrepreneur

Eeva Magazine has removed Pia Erlund from its 2026 'Eeva of the Year' nominees amid serious allegations regarding her company.

Feb 26 • 11:19 UTC

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