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🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Suspected of Cult Influence, a Guru Woman Incarcerated in Strasbourg

A woman, identified as Aurélia Aymé, has been arrested and charged in Strasbourg for creating a cult-like psychological influence over individuals and profiting from their financial ruin.

Feb 26 • 21:52 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Terror Suspect Allegedly Recruited for Murder Cult

A man has been arrested in Sweden for allegedly recruiting members to the Nazi group Maniac Murder Cult, which is designated as a terror organization by Canada and the UK.

Feb 26 • 17:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Weird and unique' Nicolas Cage film fans call his 'best of all time'

Fans have hailed the 2021 film 'Willy's Wonderland' as Nicolas Cage's best performance, noting its unconventional storytelling and his character's silence.

Feb 26 • 10:36 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Alejandro de la Sota, 30 years later: the small cult of the Spanish architect that is spreading around the world

This article explores the enduring legacy of Spanish architect Alejandro de la Sota, highlighting a growing appreciation for his work both in Spain and internationally.

Feb 23 • 15:36 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Cult classic from 1994 is back. Behind the scenes, there has been a storm.

The 1996 cult classic horror movie series 'Scream' returns amidst conflicts involving actress Melissa Barrera and its producers.

Feb 23 • 12:04 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

Tomás Etcheverry, champion: made an effort cult at the Rio Open and won his first ATP title

Argentinian Tomás Etcheverry claimed his first ATP title at the Rio Open after a grueling final match against Chile's Alejandro Tabilo.

Feb 23 • 00:38 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Cult classic, 'The NeverEnding Story' will get a version with a live band at Cines Belas Artes

The cult classic film 'The NeverEnding Story' will be featured with a live band performance at Cine Belas Artes in São Paulo.

Feb 21 • 19:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Netflix adds Oscar-winner’s early film with 15% rating fans say is a ‘masterpiece’

Netflix has added the early 2000s teen film 'Sleepover', which has a 15% rating on Rotten Tomatoes but is being referred to by fans as a secret masterpiece.

Feb 21 • 13:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

‘Masterpiece’ 90s cult classic based on ‘sensational’ novel is now on Netflix

The 90s cult classic film 'Cruel Intentions' is now available for streaming on Netflix in the UK.

Feb 21 • 10:08 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Trump advances in the cult of his own personality with his face emblazoned on public buildings

Donald Trump continues to emphasize his presence in Washington by having his face placed on banners in front of public buildings and renaming landmarks in his honor.

Feb 21 • 02:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Cult Gaia founder lands in Brazil and is welcomed at an intimate party

Jasmin Hekmat, founder and creative director of Cult Gaia, arrived in Brazil for the first time and was greeted at an intimate gathering in Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 20 • 23:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

Sinijärv recommends: if this book is anything, then it is definitely unusual

Cultural advisor Karl Martin Sinijärv recommends reading the cult novel "Või," inspired by real events and exploring Japanese culture through food.

Feb 20 • 16:30 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

BIG STORY ⟩ Sildaru's rival competes with a broken arm and bled out a hematoma this morning

In the men's freestyle skiing qualification, competitors aimed for advancement rather than high scores, with Hunter Hess recalling a character from a cult film.

Feb 20 • 13:34 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Gangs of Birmingham and Cillian Murphy Will Attack Netflix Again. This Time as a Movie

A film continuation of the cult series Peaky Blinders, titled 'Gangs of Birmingham: The Immortal Man', featuring Cillian Murphy, is set to premiere on Netflix in March 2026.

Feb 19 • 17:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'Best TV drama to come out of the UK' with star-studded cast list streaming for free

All five series of the iconic British television drama 'Footballers' Wives' are now available for free streaming on ITVX, prompting fans to encourage others to watch the cult classic.

Feb 19 • 12:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

'Vampire cult' founded by twisted teen inflicted horror injuries on couple in quest for blood

A teenager named Rod Ferrell founded a vampiric cult that led to horrific injuries and murders in a quest for blood.

Feb 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

ITV quietly adds 'wildest ever' true crime documentary that fans have on repeat

ITV has begun streaming the acclaimed true crime documentary, 'Stolen Youth: Inside the Cult at Sarah Lawrence,' for free, drawing attention for its disturbing portrayal of a real-life cult experience.

Feb 18 • 19:26 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Cult Parisian hyaluronic serum that sells 1 every 10 seconds in France hits UK shelves

A popular French hyaluronic acid serum is now available in the UK, attracting attention due to its rapid sales in France.

Feb 18 • 16:42 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

According to the USA, climate cult is exhausting the European economy

The U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright stated that the 'climate cult' is putting pressure on the European economy, during an interview with AFP.

Feb 18 • 05:36 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The 'cult of climate' harms the European economy, says the American Secretary of Energy

The American Secretary of Energy, Chris Wright, stated that the 'cult of climate' has adversely affected the European economy.

Feb 17 • 21:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

The secret to Margot Robbie's skin is a cult favourite tinted moisturiser with 15% off

Margot Robbie reveals her skincare secret—a popular tinted moisturiser from Laura Mercier, now available at a discount.

Feb 17 • 13:33 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

How Ice Melts: How Was That Again with the Climate Cult?

The article discusses the challenges of addressing climate change through a personal anecdote about defrosting a refrigerator, drawing parallels to broader environmental issues.

Feb 17 • 12:28 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

How Ice Melts: What Was That Again About the Climate Cult?

The article humorously critiques Donald Trump's stance on climate change by comparing it to his struggle with a frost-covered refrigerator, using it as a metaphor for the larger issues of climate change and melting ice.

Feb 17 • 12:28 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Catholic 'Ash Cross to Go': 'Some will certainly think we are a cult'

On Ash Wednesday, a Catholic initiative in Munich introduces 'Ash Cross to Go' for passersby at a busy location.

Feb 17 • 07:14 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Security operatives arrest community youth leader, others for cultism in Edo

In Edo State, Nigeria, security forces have arrested a youth leader linked to a cult group amid a broader crackdown on criminal activities following recent violence.

Feb 16 • 21:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

New beauty box gets you 'perfect' Charlotte Tilbury cream blusher for just £7.50

Cult Beauty has launched a new beauty box featuring top makeup brands, offering products at a significantly reduced price.

Feb 16 • 13:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

THEN AND NOW ⟩ The star of the hit movie «Scarface» does not recognize herself decades later

Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, who played the sister of the main character in the 1980s cult film «Scarface», reflects on her career changes and experiences over the decades following her rise to fame alongside stars like Al Pacino and Michelle Pfeiffer.

Feb 16 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

The New Coming of a Cult Film: 'The Hotel of the Dead Alpinist' Receives International Attention

The cult film 'The Hotel of the Dead Alpinist' by Grigori Kromanov premiered as an opening film at the Berlinale Classics program during the Berlin Film Festival.

Feb 16 • 08:09 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police arrest three, recover firearms, others in Enugu

The Enugu State Police arrested three suspects linked to a local criminal group and recovered firearms, ammunition, and drugs during recent operations.

Feb 16 • 06:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Urban Bird', cult album in which Joyce Moreno was Brazil's interpreter, turns 50 and 'flies' in shows in SP

Joyce Moreno celebrates the 50th anniversary of her album 'Passarinho urbano' with two special shows in São Paulo.

Feb 15 • 16:59 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Police raid cult hideout, arrest three in Ondo

The Ondo State Police Command has arrested three suspected members of a cult and recovered weapons and hard drugs during a raid in Akure.

Feb 15 • 15:18 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Hundreds of women pledge loyalty to 'Deadpool Killer' despite brutal double murder confession

Despite confessing to the murders of two women, Wade Wilson, dubbed the 'Deadpool Killer,' has attracted a significant following of women who pledge their loyalty to him.

Feb 15 • 13:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Van Der Beek, the latest victim of the 'Dawson's Creek' curse

The death of actor James Van Der Beek has reignited discussions about the so-called 'Dawson's Creek curse', which has affected many stars from the cult 1990s TV series.

Feb 15 • 11:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Chesi, the cult writer who died with more than four unpublished novels

Chesi, a celebrated Spanish writer, passed away with a wealth of unpublished works discovered shortly after his death by his family.

Feb 15 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Cult of Well-Being

The article discusses the author's disdain for the wellness industry and highlights insights from Rina Raphael's book on the excessive and sometimes bizarre practices within this industry.

Feb 14 • 14:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Johanna, 39, on life in the telecom cult: 'I was ready to die'

Johanna Wester shares her harrowing experiences working in a telecom company, detailing abusive practices she endured and her desire for success.

Feb 14 • 09:01 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Arundhati Roy boycotts Berlin fest premiere of her revamped 1980s cult classic – the film shows why

Arundhati Roy has decided to boycott the Berlin Film Festival due to controversial remarks made by the jury president regarding Gaza, ahead of the screening of her reworked 1989 film 'In Which Annie Gives It Those Ones.'

Feb 13 • 19:17 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Bud Cort, actor from 'Harold and Maude', dies from pneumonia complications

American actor Bud Cort, known for his role in the cult classic 'Harold and Maude', died on February 11, 2026, due to complications from pneumonia.

Feb 13 • 17:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Charlotte Tilbury fans can get 'universal' Pillow Talk product for £7.50 in new Cult Beauty haul

Beauty fans can purchase a new beauty box featuring products worth over £150 for only £45, making each item £7.50, including fans' favorites like Charlotte Tilbury's Pillow Talk.

Feb 13 • 16:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Eglė Jackaitė Appearing in the Cult Series "Serious Matters": "I Had My First Professional Experiences"

Lithuanian actress Eglė Jackaitė expresses her excitement about joining the cast of the cult series "Serious Matters" and reflects on her acting journey.

Feb 13 • 12:19 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

"He promised that everyone would become rich, as long as we followed his advice"

A telephone sales company in Stockholm developed into a cult-like workplace under its manager, who employed questionable methods for employee development.

Feb 13 • 04:17 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Russian cult in Bariloche? Justice denied the acquittal of Russian Konstantin Rudnev, who remains imprisoned in Rawson prison

Russian leader Konstantin Rudnev is denied acquittal and will remain in prison as the investigation into his alleged cult continues.

Feb 12 • 19:13 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
Crime & Justice

Dozens more bodies exhumed in ‘starvation cult’ case

Kenyan authorities have discovered 52 additional bodies linked to a cult accused of orchestrating the starvation deaths of its followers, leading to fresh terrorism-related charges against its leader and associates.

Feb 12 • 09:19 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenyan Court Charges Cult Leader Paul Mackenzie Over 52 More Deaths

Paul Mackenzie and seven others have been charged with multiple offenses related to the deaths of 52 individuals connected to a doomsday cult in Kenya.

Feb 12 • 06:36 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Dawson's Creek star Van Der Beek has died

US actor James Van Der Beek, known for his role in the cult series 'Dawson's Creek', has passed away at the age of 48, as confirmed by his family.

Feb 11 • 20:23 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The creator of 'Naked Gun' slams the new version: this film is an insult to the entire series!

David Zucker, co-author of the comedy classic 'Airplane!', criticizes Seth MacFarlane for misapproaching the revival of the cult classic.

Feb 11 • 16:44 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Kenya starvation cult preacher Paul Mackenzie charged over 52 more deaths

Paul Mackenzie, a preacher linked to a starvation cult in Kenya, has been charged with an additional 52 deaths, amid ongoing investigations into the cult's activities.

Feb 11 • 15:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Horrifying final messages of 39 people who end their lives in chilling Heaven's Gate cult

The article details the unsettling final messages of 39 members of the Heaven's Gate cult who took their own lives, expressing a serene acceptance of their fate.

Feb 11 • 03:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Cult Classic Video Game Baldur's Gate Heading to Screens

The iconic video game Baldur's Gate is set to be adapted for screen audiences.

Feb 10 • 08:19 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

Japan's first female prime minister has become the subject of a personality cult. She hopes this will translate into success at the polls

Japan's first female Prime Minister has cultivated a personality cult in hopes of boosting her electoral success, following a period of significant challenges for her ruling party.

Feb 8 • 09:22 UTC

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