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🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Vivian Bercovici: Regime change in Iran is no longer a fantasy

The article discusses the ongoing turmoil in Iran, highlighting significant events such as targeted assassinations of regime officials and mass protests which indicate a potential regime change.

Mar 21 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Oleksandr Usyk has 'earned the right' to pick fantasy fights after criticism

Boxing trainer Teddy Atlas defends Oleksandr Usyk's decision to fight Rico Verhoeven, suggesting he has earned the right to choose his opponents.

Mar 20 • 14:11 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Movie recommendations for the weekend: Childish Dreams

This article presents film recommendations for the weekend, focusing on two notable movies: 'Sleepless in Seattle' and 'Wonka.'

Mar 20 • 07:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

"Skandars" – A New International Fantasy Bestseller for Young Readers

The article discusses the release of the epic fantasy series 'Skandars,' centered on a unicorn rider and recently translated into over 20 languages, gaining immense popularity with readers.

Mar 19 • 11:03 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

READING RECOMMENDATION ⟩ A grand fantasy series that hooks the reader

A review praises Robert Jordan's 'The Wheel of Time' series for its expansive world-building and intricate character journeys.

Mar 19 • 10:07 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

The Liigapörssi season culminates in the playoffs - PörssiTV prepares for selections: "The price could have been even 800,000"

The Liigapörssi, a fantasy hockey league in Finland, is approaching its playoffs, with PörssiTV discussing strategies and player selections for the upcoming matches.

Mar 19 • 09:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With Seu Jorge and Marcelo Serrado, film by director from Taubaté premieres this Thursday (19) in cinemas

The film 'Narciso,' directed by Jeferson De from Taubaté, features Seu Jorge and Marcelo Serrado, and explores themes of fantasy, reality, and diversity as it tells the story of an orphan boy who discovers a magical ball.

Mar 19 • 09:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Magic Schools and the Fight Between Good and Evil - The Final Part of the Latvian Version of 'Skandars' Series

The article discusses the appeal and storyline of the fantasy book series 'Skandars' by British author A. F. Steadman, featuring a unique take on unicorns and the journey of its teenage protagonist, Skandars Smith.

Mar 19 • 08:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Crimson Desert review - open-world fantasy action RPG is equal parts undeniably epic and frustrating

The review of Crimson Desert highlights both its epic scope and engaging gameplay, but also points out several frustrating aspects.

Mar 18 • 22:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Liigapörssi regular season concluded - these players were valuable in the coaching game

The Liigapörssi regular season has concluded, highlighting players who excelled in the fantasy coaching game.

Mar 18 • 08:35 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Why People Are 'Mermaiding' Around the World

The article explores the trend of 'mermaiding' as a global escape, highlighting personal experiences and the rise of fantasy-themed vacations.

Mar 16 • 17:42 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Eo-jun: President Yoon is nurturing Kim Min-seok as the next leader... Kim Min-seok rebuts, 'It’s a martial arts novel.'

Kim Min-seok, the Prime Minister of South Korea, responded to broadcaster Kim Eo-jun's suggestion that his U.S. trip was part of a presidential program to cultivate future leaders by labeling the claim as absurd fantasy.

Mar 16 • 11:06 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

The Magic of Avengers Turns Out to be Mathematics of 'Complex Numbers'

The article discusses the connection between the fantasy world of the Avengers and the mathematical concept of complex numbers, highlighting the role of quantum mechanics in both.

Mar 16 • 08:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Marek A. Cichocki: Americans are losing all brakes, and fantasy is mixing with reality

The article discusses the shifting political landscape in the United States under Donald Trump's influence, suggesting that the Polish right fears anti-Americanism while grappling with a revolutionary change in American politics.

Mar 16 • 04:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

Why people are 'mermaiding' around the world

Immersive vacations inspired by fantasy themes are a rising travel trend for 2026, as people seek escapism amidst global tensions.

Mar 15 • 15:40 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From the Chainsaw Fantasy to the Reality of Fine Surgery

The Argentine government's plans for privatization and name change of the public TV station have been frozen while a voluntary retirement plan is being implemented.

Mar 14 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Science and Fantasy: The Geological Discoveries of Louis Figuier and Jules Verne

The article discusses how Jules Verne's novel 'Journey to the Center of the Earth' emerged amid significant conflicts in the 19th century, focusing on exploration rather than war.

Mar 14 • 07:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Mermaid

The article reflects on childhood memories of drawing mermaids and the beauty and fantasy they symbolize.

Mar 14 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fan-favourite Lord of the Rings game may finally be making a comeback

The beloved co-op game 'Lord of the Rings: War in the North' from 2011 may be returning to the gaming market.

Mar 13 • 12:07 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

HÕFF Opens with a Fresh Finnish Horror Film

The Haapsalu Horror and Fantasy Film Festival opens this year with Finnish director Hanna Bergholm's horror film about motherhood, featuring Rupert Grint.

Mar 13 • 10:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Abbey Clancy says 'I'm changing my fantasy' after making Peter Crouch confession

Abbey Clancy reveals a new fantasy about her husband Peter Crouch during a podcast episode, indicating a playful shift in their relationship dynamics.

Mar 13 • 08:21 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

When Fantasy Replaces Relationship: How Pornography Changes Intimacy

The article discusses the impact of pornography on intimate relationships.

Mar 13 • 08:21 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The first fantasy concert will be presented to the audience

Erle Kont-Vilson is set to debut a new concert format called 'Magic Forest' in Estonia this weekend.

Mar 12 • 16:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

ADVENTURES OF LIISELI 〉 Every woman has secretly dreamed of this bedroom fantasy – have you?

The article explores the fantasies that women have regarding their intimate lives, emphasizing the importance of open discussions among women about their desires.

Mar 12 • 07:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Prizes paid for bets are subject to Income Tax; see rules and how to split the amounts

Winnings from fixed-odds betting and fantasy sports are taxable in Brazil, and excess amounts over R$ 28,467.20 are subject to a 15% tax.

Mar 11 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Fairies and Dreams in a Shakespearean Fantasy

A review of Benjamin Britten's operatic adaptation of Shakespeare's 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' highlights its successful blend of ethereal fantasy and earthy realism through music and storytelling.

Mar 10 • 23:22 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

I’ll also be back as Conan: Arnold Schwarzenegger to make third Barbarian film 44 years after original

Arnold Schwarzenegger is set to reprise his iconic role in a new installment of the Conan the Barbarian franchise, directed by Christopher McQuarrie.

Mar 10 • 13:54 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Life & Tech

Review: For children and uncorrupted adults. The theater created boundless fantasy

A review discusses a theater performance that appeals to both children and adults, emphasizing its imaginative elements.

Mar 10 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Without excessive fantasy. Rapper ansis released a new album '222'

Latvian rapper ansis has released his latest album '222', featuring collaborations with various artists and reflecting his life experiences.

Mar 10 • 05:24 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Dijanović: Jugosphere as an Ideological Fantasy and Cultural-Political Project of Undermining Croatian Identity

Davor Dijanović critiques the concept of 'jugosphere' in response to a Deutsche Welle article discussing the cultural significance of the film 'Svadba' and its reception in the former Yugoslavia.

Mar 9 • 14:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Vladimir, a sensual fantasy that does not apologize for the flaws of its fascinating protagonist

The miniseries 'Vladimir', led by Rachel Weisz, challenges narrative conventions around female protagonists by presenting a flawed character in a compelling way.

Mar 9 • 13:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Stalinist Fantasy Films in the 1950s – Very Expensive and Politically Engaged Cinema: A Cultural History Analysis

The article examines the legacy of Stalinist fantasy cinema in the 1950s, exploring its substantial political undertones and high production costs.

Mar 8 • 11:21 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
Life & Tech

Sweden border cargo ship in the Baltic Sea, on its way to Russia

Film director Peter Jackson is awarded the Golden Palm Award at the Cannes Film Festival for his contributions to the fantasy genre.

Mar 6 • 20:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Mistborn: Born of the Mist: Combine How to Defeat the Emperor

The article discusses the works of Brandon Sanderson, particularly focusing on his fantasy epic 'Mistborn' and its intricate world-building.

Mar 6 • 14:40 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
World

'The Lord of the Rings' director receives honorary award at the Cannes film festival

Director Peter Jackson, known for 'The Lord of the Rings', is honored with the Golden Palm Award at the Cannes Film Festival.

Mar 6 • 14:24 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Abbey Clancy says 'I'm not a prude' as she shares Peter Crouch sex fantasy

Abbey Clancy reveals her intimate bedroom fantasy of wanting her husband Peter Crouch to dress as a 'sex Viking' during their podcast, discussing various fantasy-themed sex toys.

Mar 6 • 10:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Peter Jackson will receive the honorary Palme d'Or at the 79th Cannes Film Festival

Peter Jackson is set to receive the honorary Palme d'Or at the 79th Cannes Film Festival for his outstanding career and creativity.

Mar 5 • 17:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chinese Film Showcase Mixes Animation, Fantasy and Romance at Petrobras Space

A special showcase of Chinese films is being held at the Petrobras Space in Brazil, featuring various genres and exploring themes related to family and artistic dialogues.

Mar 5 • 15:53 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Bob Carr, 'a masterpiece' and a horny queer fantasy: the best Australian books out in March

The article reviews notable Australian books released in March, highlighting memoirs and fiction that touch on themes of loss and hope.

Mar 5 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Fantasy fans say high stakes novel with huge plot twist is 'better than ACOTAR'

Readers are claiming that the new fantasy novel 'Fourth Wing' by Rebecca Yarros surpasses the popular 'A Court of Thorns and Roses' (ACOTAR) series with its intense and lethal storyline.

Mar 5 • 11:18 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Sarah J. Maas confirms exact days ACOTAR 6 & 7 books will be released

Fans of the A Court of Thorns and Roses series are excited about the confirmed release dates for the next two books by Sarah J. Maas.

Mar 5 • 10:43 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Sarah J Maas confirms two ACOTAR book release dates in massive Call Her Daddy drop

Sarah J. Maas has announced the release dates for two new books in her A Court of Thorns and Roses series during an interview on the Call Her Daddy podcast.

Mar 5 • 09:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms season 2 adds three major names to the cast

The second season of HBO's A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms adds three notable actors to its cast, enhancing the series' appeal.

Mar 5 • 09:28 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Heartbreaking Account of Psychologist Mariana Kersz on the Challenge of Finding a School for Her Daughter with Disabilities: "I Was Torn Apart Struggling Against a World with Fantasy Inclusion"

Mariana Kersz shares her emotional struggle to find an inclusive school for her daughter Camila, who faced bullying and lack of support due to her disability.

Mar 5 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

HÕFF Announces a Horror Story Competition

The Haapsalu Horror and Fantasy Film Festival is hosting a horror story competition for Estonian students from grades 1 to 12.

Mar 4 • 07:46 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Genius or millionaire fantasy? The controversial bet of Elon Musk on AI in space

Elon Musk's proposal to establish data centers in orbit has sparked a debate on the technical and economic feasibility of training artificial intelligence in space.

Mar 3 • 15:23 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

"It's a trick, it doesn't even get you horny": Have bodies and sex on screen become unreal?

A growing presence of sex and nudity on screen is criticized for lacking genuine eroticism, with professionals and audience members alike noting a disconnect between fantasy and reality.

Mar 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Romantasy: Come into Our Arms

A fantasy ball in Munich celebrates the popularity of Romantasy novels, inviting attendees into an immersive world of fantasy and dance.

Mar 2 • 14:10 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

The phone with a robotic arm arrives from China, what is it for? From fantasy to sad reality

An article discusses the introduction of a smartphone with a robotic arm and questions its practical utility.

Mar 2 • 10:22 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

She has a really original voice

The article discusses Ulrikke Bak's second book, 'Book of Psalm,' exploring its unique narrative style and themes.

Mar 1 • 17:53 UTC

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