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🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

'Grandma' is released after nine months in ICE custody

A 79-year-old Cuban immigrant known as 'the grandma' has been released after nine months in an Arizona detention center, where her health deteriorated, as reported by Congresswoman Adelita Grijalva.

Feb 27 • 20:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Speeding e-bike teen who killed grandma while on phone unmasked

Billy Stokoe, a 19-year-old, has been unmasked after admitting to causing the death of 86-year-old Gloria Stephenson by dangerous driving on an unlicensed and uninsured e-bike while using a mobile phone.

Feb 23 • 13:26 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Nigeria: NDLEA Dismantles Drug Syndicate, Arrests Real Estate CEO, Grandma, Ivorian Mule

The NDLEA has arrested several individuals, including a real estate CEO and a grandma, who were involved in drug trafficking schemes using deceptive methods to smuggle opioids and cocaine.

Feb 23 • 05:27 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

My Italian grandma always added 1 simple ingredient to bolognese sauce for tastier results

An Italian grandma's secret ingredient enhances the traditional bolognese sauce's flavor and creaminess.

Feb 23 • 03:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Great-grandma 'snapped' and killed husband after decades in controlling marriage

A great-grandmother smothered her husband following years of a controlling marriage, leading to a review that highlights the challenges faced by older abuse victims.

Feb 22 • 08:21 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Grandma had her happiest days in fascist Italy. What could she have been thinking?

The article reflects on Albania's tumultuous history, particularly during the fascist influence of Mussolini and the communist regime of Enver Hoxha.

Feb 19 • 14:06 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Example of Latgalian Hospitality. The Stašulāns Family Makes Guests Feel at Home Like at Grandma's

The Stašulāns family in Preiļi, Latvia, showcases a family-run hospitality business that emphasizes teamwork and community spirit in the Latgalian region.

Feb 19 • 06:31 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Grandma famous for the phrase 'turn off the candle' dies at 108: 'Fly high'

A beloved grandmother, recognized for her viral TikTok moment, has passed away at the age of 108.

Feb 18 • 20:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

"Grandma has completely different rules" – This is how a narcissist behaves

The article discusses the characteristics and behaviors of narcissistic grandparents, highlighting their controlling tendencies over their grandchildren's lives.

Feb 18 • 11:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Grandma attacks Miller & Carter waiter with high heels after missing birthday meal

A grandmother became violent at a Liverpool steakhouse after arriving late for a birthday meal, throwing high heels at a waiter and attempting to punch a chef.

Feb 18 • 09:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Miller & Carter staff armed themselves with chairs after what grandma, 42, did

A grandma caused a scene at Miller & Carter steakhouse in Liverpool after arriving late for a birthday meal, leading to a physical altercation with the staff.

Feb 18 • 09:24 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Trompita: a 'grandma' elephant of more than 3,500 kilos who defies biological statistics

Trompita, the 65-year-old Asian elephant at the National Zoo La Aurora in Guatemala, celebrates a remarkable birthday that highlights her unusually long life compared to her species' average.

Feb 14 • 20:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Here is Grandma of the Year – moved to Tampere from the other side of the world

Georgianna 'Johanna' McCollom-Oja, a 84-year-old grandmother who moved from Virginia to Tampere at the age of 24, has been named Grandma of the Year 2026.

Feb 13 • 06:41 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Driver federally indicted in 100-mph smuggling crash that killed Texas grandma, 7-year-old girl

A Louisiana man has been indicted for a fatal crash that resulted from a high-speed migrant smuggling chase in Texas, which killed a grandmother and her granddaughter.

Feb 12 • 17:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

The Million Gang Attacked an 'Influencer Grandma': They Threatened to Burn and Kill Her

An 82-year-old influencer in Argentina was threatened with violence by a notorious criminal gang known as the Million Gang.

Feb 11 • 16:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Monkey Pepper: Grandma's Backyard Plant Can Help Women's Health; Understand

The Pimenta-de-Macaco (Monkey Pepper) plant, often overlooked in Brazilian backyards, has been validated by science for its health benefits, especially for women.

Feb 11 • 11:55 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Ulla, 76, was stolen from at the hospital - 'Grandma's wedding ring disappeared'

76-year-old Ulla Bergström was robbed of her belongings, including a cherished wedding ring, while receiving medical treatment at Danderyds Hospital in Sweden.

Feb 11 • 09:03 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Gold Coast great-grandma celebrates 105th birthday with game of lawn bowls

Mona Wiggins from Gold Coast celebrates her 105th birthday by indulging in her favorite pastime, lawn bowls, showcasing her active lifestyle.

Feb 10 • 02:20 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

With Grandma's Recipes: The Story of Villa's Tacos, a Taqueria Featured in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl Show

Villa's Tacos, featured in Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime show, is celebrated for its Mexican cuisine inspired by grandma's recipes and recognized by Michelin Guide.

Feb 9 • 20:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Who is Grandma Olga, the 77-year-old streamer who boasts the best moment in Counter-Strike

Grandma Olga, a 77-year-old Russian streamer, became a legend after winning Best Moment at the NYMN New Year Show, surpassing younger competitors in a prestigious video game awards ceremony.

Feb 7 • 20:08 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Elementary school teacher with OnlyFans posed as a 'grandma' on pornographic sites and was banned from teaching in the UK

A 61-year-old elementary school teacher, Lindy Corston, who ran an OnlyFans account while posing as a 'grandma' on pornographic sites, has been banned from teaching in the UK.

Feb 4 • 15:40 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Dakota Johnson at Paris Fashion Week: Bold Look Without Pants

Dakota Johnson paired lacy 'grandma panties' with her favorite millennial shoes at Paris Fashion Week.

Feb 2 • 12:17 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Papers, Grandma and Pets: There Was Only One Spectator at the Hajduk Match

During Hajduk's match against Posušje, a lone cat was the only spectator present, falling asleep despite the team's 4-0 victory.

Jan 15 • 17:09 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Mate Janković shared a recipe for pumpkin pie, reminding us of grandma's

Mate Janković has started a series called '50 days, 50 Croatian classics' by sharing a recipe for traditional pumpkin pie with homemade dough.

Jan 15 • 14:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Three-year-old girl kidnapped after mum and grandma 'bludgeoned to death' in own home

A three-year-old girl was abducted in Cuautitlán, Mexico, after her mother and grandmother were brutally murdered in their home, while a six-year-old boy was found unharmed.

Jan 15 • 08:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Police reveal breed of dog after boy, 3, mauled to death at grandma's house

A three-year-old boy, Beckett Brown, was tragically mauled to death by a bulldog after climbing into its enclosure at his grandmother's house in New York Mills, Minnesota.

Jan 14 • 17:46 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

The Series 'The Lowdown': Deep in Oklahoma You Sell Your Grandma

The series 'The Lowdown' features Ethan Hawke as a lovable loser detective uncovering a major crime in Tulsa, satirically exposing American violence history.

Jan 14 • 16:10 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The Dangerous Tricks of Teenagers to 'Hack' Aging: "I Want to Get Older Without Looking Like a Grandma"

A teenager seeks online advice for an aesthetic 'glow up', prompting numerous suggestions from the internet community.

Jan 14 • 15:53 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Grandma Marija Lives Alone Under Velebit Without Water, Against Winter and the Bura: 'I Check if She is Alive and Then I Go Home'

In a remote hamlet under Velebit, 82-year-old Marija Maruna has lived alone for over half a century, battling the harsh winter conditions without running water.

Jan 13 • 09:47 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

"Grandma, you're lying! That wasn't fifteen minutes!" screams the grandson at the tablet

Virginie Tyou assists children and parents in handling smartphones, describing symptoms of addiction and aggression even among young children, while reassuring parents that they shouldn't feel guilty and emphasizing that screen time alone isn't the main issue.

Jan 13 • 06:34 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

She Was Called a Punk Grandma, But She Was Actually Born a Poet, a Woman Who Disdained the Idea of Being a Rock Star

The article reflects on a woman's life, her rejection of rock stardom, and her artistic journey as a poet while living a modest life with her family.

Jan 11 • 22:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Americans split over 'grandma candies' as caramels and circus peanuts spark debate

A nostalgic debate has erupted online among Americans about 'grandma candies', with various sweets from the past sparking both fond memories and differing opinions.

Jan 10 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Lyrics by Juliane Liebert: We killed Grandma because she bothered us

Juliane Liebert challenges the traditionally male-dominated genre of murder ballads by creating new, dark songs that explore themes of violence and the absurdity of society's response to it.

Jan 9 • 18:58 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Here comes grandma on deck, and I intend to give it my all

Inga Sæland, the newly appointed Minister of Education and Child Affairs, emphasizes her commitment to improving literacy among primary school children, particularly boys, and focusing on the mental health and well-being of children and youth.

Jan 9 • 09:01 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Pre-cooked Meals, Lunchboxes and the Myth of Grandma's Cooking

The article discusses concerns about the homogenization and cultural dilution of cuisine, emphasizing the decline of traditional cooking in favor of convenience.

Jan 9 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Viral grandma who was left dangling by village shop shutters dies 2 years later

Anne Hughes, the 73-year-old grandmother who gained fame after being accidentally hoisted 10ft into the air on a shop shutter, has passed away two years later.

Jan 8 • 10:28 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
Crime & Justice

The Truth: Anarchist Grandma Tormentors

This article delves into the personal lives of anarchists after a recent arson attack in Berlin, exploring the juxtaposition of their everyday existence with their political activities.

Jan 6 • 06:07 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Kendall Jenner showed how she decorated her new home - grandma's chic in the lead role

Kendall Jenner showcases her newly decorated home, featuring a blend of modern and antique styles with a focus on chic elements inspired by her grandmother.

Dec 31 • 16:58 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Grandma looks good in English, Spejbl in Lithuanian. How do puppeteers Mudráková and Trecha teach the characters to speak?

Puppeteers Mudráková and Trecha explore how linguistic diversity enriches puppet characters, focusing on English and Lithuanian.

Dec 31 • 00:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

VIDEO Birthday to Remember: Grandma Flambéed the Cake and Put on a Fiery Show That 'Broke' the Internet

David Hyde from Kansas City celebrated his birthday with a memorable moment when his mother Ann flambéed a homemade dessert, creating a spectacular fiery show that captivated viewers.

Dec 29 • 12:30 UTC

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