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🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Drivers curse this mandatory system into the ground – 'It's ridiculous nonsense'

Drivers in Finland are expressing frustration over the mandatory AdBlue system, particularly during freezing temperatures that can cause performance issues.

Feb 26 • 13:39 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
National & Local

UK Sepsis Case: Pet Licking Wound Turned Affection Into Curse, Woman Lost Both Hands and Legs

A woman in the UK faced severe health consequences after her pet licked a wound, leading to sepsis and the amputation of her limbs.

Feb 24 • 13:59 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Sports

The curse is broken – D. Sabonis' 'Kings' emerge from historic slump

The Sacramento Kings claimed their first victory in over a month, defeating the Memphis Grizzlies 123-114, a significant turnaround after a record-setting losing streak.

Feb 24 • 04:54 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Endrick: Fame is a curse that haunts me and my true dream is in Madrid

Brazilian talent Endrick discusses his challenges with fame and his recent success on loan at Olympique Lyon.

Feb 23 • 16:03 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Sports

Tirinzoni Aims to Break Switzerland's Curse

Switzerland's curling teams face a long-standing struggle for Olympic gold, with Anna Hasselborg's team determined to change the narrative in their upcoming final against the four-time world champions.

Feb 22 • 05:16 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Darío Benedetto broke his scoring curse with a goal at Barcelona de Guayaquil: scored again after 747 days and four clubs

Darío Benedetto scored a goal for Barcelona de Guayaquil, ending a 747-day drought without a goal following his departure from Boca Juniors and after playing for three other clubs.

Feb 22 • 00:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Loose Women's Nadia Sawalha fears for Eugenie and Beatrice saying 'it's a curse'

Nadia Sawalha expresses concern for Princesses Eugenie and Beatrice due to their father's legal troubles, labeling their family situation as a 'curse.'

Feb 20 • 14:02 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Famous People Gather for Premiere: Lithuania Launches Its First Reality Show with Horror Elements

Lithuania has launched its first reality show incorporating horror elements, titled 'Curse of Belvedere', blending scripted narrative with unscripted participant behavior.

Feb 20 • 13:10 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

‘May Shivpal’s curse not affect the Leader of Opposition’, says CM Yogi in UP Assembly

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath discussed the 2026-27 budget in the UP Assembly, highlighting fiscal improvements and making jabs at opposition leader Mata Prasad Pandey.

Feb 20 • 09:47 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Predatory bird surprised Jani, who was filming a video for his children – a swear word slipped out

A man named Jani was surprised by a predatory bird while filming a video for his children, leading to an unexpected slip of a curse word.

Feb 19 • 16:45 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Shiffrin, end of the curse: gold in slalom 12 years after Sochi

Mikaela Shiffrin wins a gold medal in slalom, marking a significant moment after 12 years since her last gold in Sochi.

Feb 18 • 14:03 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

The superstar broke the curse – won much-desired gold

Mikaela Shiffrin won her first Olympic slalom gold in years, breaking a previous 'curse' and receiving accolades from her fiancé after a stellar performance.

Feb 18 • 13:33 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

The superstar broke the curse - took the long-awaited gold

Mikaela Shiffrin won her first Olympic slalom gold medal in years, breaking her previous curse and receiving accolades from her fiancé, Aleksander Aamodt Kilde.

Feb 18 • 13:33 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

The superstar broke the curse - won much-awaited gold

Mikaela Shiffrin won her first Olympic slalom gold in years, ending a streak of disappointments at the games.

Feb 18 • 13:33 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

2026 Olympics: In Video, the Curse Strikes the Blues and Mathis Desloges Who Breaks His Pole Twice in the Relay Final

French skier Mathis Desloges faced a disastrous finale at the 2026 Olympics, breaking his pole twice and dashing his team's hopes for a medal in the relay event.

Feb 18 • 11:54 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Sports

She is the best in the world ever, but at the Olympics, there is a curse hanging over the American phenomenon

Mikaela Shiffrin, the renowned alpine skier, faces the possibility of leaving her second consecutive Olympics without a medal, raising questions about a potential curse surrounding her Olympic performances since 2018.

Feb 18 • 06:16 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Sports

She is the best in the world ever, but there is a curse over the American phenomenon at the Olympics

Mikaela Shiffrin, the greatest female alpine skier, faces the prospect of leaving the Olympics without a medal for the second consecutive time.

Feb 18 • 06:16 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Africa's Minerals: Can They Transform from a Curse to a Key for Development?

The article discusses Africa's vast mineral wealth and its potential to drive development amid challenges related to national sovereignty and social justice.

Feb 17 • 07:34 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Fires and accidents: the Swiss curse

The article discusses the legendary tale of William Tell, highlighting his defiance against oppressive laws and connecting it to modern challenges facing Switzerland.

Feb 17 • 04:00 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Mark Carney congratulates Mikael Kingsbury on ending Canada’s Olympic gold ‘curse’

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney celebrated the achievement of freestyle skier Mikael Kingsbury, who won Canada's first gold medal at the Milano-Cortina Games, breaking a longstanding medal drought.

Feb 16 • 18:33 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Who Will Invest in the End of the Curse?

The article explores the enduring curse associated with Benfica and the potential for investment in its redemption, framed around a historical narrative involving coach Béla Guttmann.

Feb 16 • 15:04 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

What to see in cinemas? Striking testimonies of the era – films 'Sirāts' and 'I curse'

The article highlights the Latvian film 'Sirāts,' which premiered at the Cannes Film Festival and has been nominated for two Oscars.

Feb 16 • 09:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Curse of those who opened Tutankhamun's tomb - poison insect bite, fire, flood and murder

The article discusses the alleged curse associated with the opening of Tutankhamun's tomb in 1923, highlighting a series of misfortunes experienced by those involved.

Feb 16 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Tutankhamun: The Curse, the Gold, and the Sealed Door that Changed History Forever

The article discusses the historic moment when Howard Carter entered the tomb of Tutankhamun, uncovering treasures that would ignite global fascination.

Feb 16 • 04:44 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
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

“It was terrible, I didn’t expect that.” The Olympic curse struck the figure skating phenomenon

American figure skater Ilia Malinin faced unexpected failure during the Olympics in Milan, marking a significant turn in his promising career.

Feb 14 • 09:55 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
World

The Louvre Museum is haunted by a curse: this time, one of the most visited galleries was flooded

The Louvre Museum has faced another flood, affecting a key gallery that houses significant artworks, including the Mona Lisa.

Feb 13 • 18:54 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

What is the Kennedy 'curse'?

A new drama series explores the tragic life and love of John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette, intertwined with the notion of a so-called Kennedy curse.

Feb 12 • 21:14 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Johan Esk: Enjoy the party – the curse of success threatens after the World Cup in Falun

The article discusses the triumph of Swedish skiers Frida Karlsson and Ebba Andersson, emphasizing the fleeting nature of success and the pressures that come next.

Feb 12 • 13:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The city that is a blessing and a curse for Europe – Hope for rare earths but a "temptation" for Russia

The article discusses the dual nature of the Estonian city of Narva, which symbolizes both the potential for European industrial advancement and the looming threat of Russian aggression amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Feb 12 • 10:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Virgil van Dijk fires Liverpool to Sunderland win but injury curse continues - 5 talking points

Virgil van Dijk's header secured Liverpool a 1-0 victory over Sunderland, continuing their push for Champions League qualification despite ongoing injury issues.

Feb 11 • 22:12 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Chivas, to break the 'curse' of nine years without beating América at home

Guadalajara's Chivas seek to end a nine-year winless streak against América at home in the upcoming Clásico de México.

Feb 11 • 20:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Life of Miguel, when the son’s brain forgets to breathe while sleeping: 'As a baby, he had to be tied down to prevent him from removing the intubation'

The article discusses the experiences of a mother, Raquel, whose son Miguel suffers from Ondine's curse, a rare condition that makes him forget to breathe during sleep.

Feb 10 • 21:58 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Drake’s Patriots Super Bowl bet falls flat as Seahawks win, reviving claims of rapper's sports 'curse'

Drake's large Super Bowl bet on the New England Patriots resulted in a loss as the Seattle Seahawks won, reigniting the narrative of the 'Drake curse' where teams he supports typically lose.

Feb 9 • 12:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Preston Bailey, the wedding planner for the rich and famous: "If you have a moderate budget, Instagram is a blessing and a curse"

Wedding planner Preston Bailey discusses the impact of Instagram on wedding planning, especially for those with moderate budgets.

Feb 9 • 11:08 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Family 'constantly swerving death' after ancestor helped find Tutankhamen's tomb

Micah Sheldrake claims her family is experiencing a series of unfortunate events, which they attribute to a supposed curse linked to her ancestor's role in finding Tutankhamun’s tomb.

Feb 9 • 06:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Curse of Crans: The Memorial for the Victims is Also on Fire

A fire broke out at the memorial for the Crans Montana tragedy, though no one was harmed and the cause is believed to be accidental.

Feb 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Drake makes huge bet on Super Bowl LX as fans fear superstitious curse once more

Drake has placed a £735,000 bet on the New England Patriots to win Super Bowl LX, causing fans to worry about his track record with superstitious betting outcomes.

Feb 8 • 23:18 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Valentine's Day: the tourist destination you should not go to with your partner because it has a 'curse'

A tourist destination near Buenos Aires is cautioned against for Valentine's Day due to a so-called curse that could ruin romantic plans.

Feb 8 • 23:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Haaland broke Anfield curse in absurd match: - One of the best feelings

Erling Braut Haaland scored his first goal at Anfield, leading Manchester City to victory over Liverpool, though the match ended controversially with bizarre late-game events.

Feb 8 • 18:35 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Haaland Breaks Anfield Curse - Secures City Victory

Erling Haaland scored at Anfield for the first time since 2019, securing a victory for Manchester City against Liverpool, although the match ended with controversy and a VAR decision that overshadowed his achievement.

Feb 8 • 18:35 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

The title of 'the new Messi': a badge or a curse following football talents?

The moniker 'the new Messi' has evolved from a prestigious accolade to a burden for emerging football talents, leading many to struggle under its weight.

Feb 8 • 18:05 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Sports

Sweden wants to break the Olympic curse – never been on the podium in mixed relay

Sweden aims to win its first medal in the Olympic mixed relay after having finished in fourth place in the previous Olympic Games.

Feb 8 • 06:27 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Wiklund broke a 46-year-long curse

Ragne Wiklund earned a silver medal in the 3000 meters at the Olympics, ending a 46-year drought for Norwegian women in Olympic speed skating.

Feb 7 • 16:20 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Curse of the 'Forbes List': Another Fraud Scandal Surrounding '30 Under 30'

The latest controversy linked to the '30 under 30' list involves Turkish entrepreneur Gökçe Güven, who was recently arrested for fraud shortly after receiving recognition from Forbes.

Feb 7 • 10:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Shih-Ching Tsou: "My grandfather told me not to use my left hand because I could suffer a curse"

Taiwanese filmmaker Shih-Ching Tsou discusses her surprising journey into the film industry and her directorial debut with the poignant family story 'La chica zurda.'

Feb 7 • 09:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
World

'Don't Ask Me', or the Book about How the Kennedys Have Mistreated Women

Journalist Maureen Callahan's essay dismantles the myth of the famous American clan to uncover the truth behind their so-called 'curse' and their generational mistreatment of women.

Feb 7 • 03:46 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

The Chinese Curse

The article discusses the ongoing battle between Sánchez and Elon Musk regarding the influence of social media on youth, highlighting the complexities and contradictions of modern political narratives.

Feb 6 • 08:57 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Crime & Justice

Clan, drugs, and violence. The Conocal curse, the district where Ylenia Musella was killed

The article discusses the violent and drug-infested environment of the Conocal district in eastern Naples, where the murder of Ylenia Musella highlights the dangers faced by honest residents amid clan wars and drug trafficking.

Feb 4 • 10:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Arsenal finally end their semi-final curse vs Chelsea as quadruple hopes continue

Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Chelsea, advancing to Wembley and ending their semi-final curse under manager Mikel Arteta.

Feb 3 • 22:16 UTC

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