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🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections 2026: Millennials Push into Town Halls

In the lead-up to the 2026 local elections in Germany, an increasing number of millennials, including students like Eric Jacob, are actively campaigning for municipal offices, signaling a growing interest in local governance among younger generations.

Feb 25 • 11:43 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'UP has achieved unique success in the economy in 9 years...', CM Yogi's statement

The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, stated that the state has experienced significant economic growth over the past nine years, becoming one of the fastest-growing economies in India.

Feb 25 • 10:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

When finding LGBTQ+ references in fiction was an impossible mission: growing up before the Netflix era

The article discusses the historical lack of LGBTQ+ representation in fiction before the proliferation of streaming platforms like Netflix, highlighting the release of the series 'Más que rivales' as a significant development in this area.

Feb 25 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Sintija's Strawberry Story: Earning Her First Big Money at 15 with a Hook in Her Lip

The article recounts Sintija's childhood experiences growing up in the countryside near her family's strawberry farm, where she earned her first significant income.

Feb 25 • 02:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Princess and Junior Andre 'sign up' for huge BBC series

Princess and Junior Andre are set to appear in the popular BBC reality show 'Celebrity Race Across The World' as they explore their growing careers in show business.

Feb 24 • 22:24 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Messi spoke about everything in an interview and launched an unknown self-criticism: "I regret a lot of things"

Lionel Messi reflected on his life and career, expressing regret over his education and his decisions growing up.

Feb 24 • 18:53 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

How disgraced Andrew being axed from line of succession will cause huge shake-up

Calls are growing for Prince Andrew to be removed from the royal line of succession following his recent arrest, which could significantly alter the monarchy's path to the crown.

Feb 23 • 11:43 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Earth's Orbit Could Become a Stage for Catastrophe with the Launch of Millions of Satellites

SpaceX's proposal to launch a megaconstellation of up to a million satellites raises concerns about the growing risk of space debris and potential collisions in Earth's orbit.

Feb 22 • 08:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Princess Andre weighs in on Brooklyn Beckham family feud and says 'it upsets me'

Princess Andre expresses her sympathy for Brooklyn Beckham regarding his family feud, sharing her feelings about growing up in the public eye.

Feb 22 • 01:22 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Wow, how you have grown

The article reflects on the common phrase adults say to children, 'Wow, how you have grown', and the author's nostalgic observations of children growing up.

Feb 21 • 17:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Minttu Mustakallio did not meet her Greek father as a child - after her mother died, Minttu contacted her father

Minttu Mustakallio shares her reflections on growing up without her father and how her mother's passing influenced her decision to reach out to him.

Feb 21 • 05:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Zaid Broken Due to Father's Second Marriage, Childhood Ruined, Says - Without Money...

Zaid Darbar shares the emotional fallout from his parents' divorce and the subsequent challenges he faced growing up alone.

Feb 20 • 15:06 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

Growing fear that a possible US attack on Iran will trigger a war in the Middle East

Fear is escalating in the Middle East over the potential for a new conflict as the US ramps up military presence in response to escalating tensions with Iran.

Feb 19 • 23:51 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
World

The atmosphere is heating up around the star who rejected the USA. But some things are too dumb.

The commentary discusses the complicated feelings around athlete Eileen Gu, who represents China after growing up in the United States, amidst the political tension surrounding nationality and identity in the context of the Olympics.

Feb 19 • 20:02 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

A man gained trust from the church and sexually abused at the age of 8. Samuel's story

The article discusses the traumatic experiences of Samuel, who, at the age of 8, suffered sexual abuse by a man associated with the church, amidst the challenges he faced growing up.

Feb 19 • 14:09 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Haven't you hung up chili peppers yet? It's high time! Give them light and alternating wet and dry conditions

The article discusses the optimal conditions for growing chili peppers, emphasizing the importance of light and alternating moisture levels.

Feb 19 • 08:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

"I knew it": The PP accuses Marlaska of "covering up" the alleged sexual assault in the police

The Popular Party (PP) of Spain has accused Interior Minister Fernando Grande-Marlaska of covering up a sexual assault case within the police, amidst growing controversy regarding the resignation of the police chief involved.

Feb 19 • 04:30 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Expensive Living: The Housing Shortage is Growing Larger

Germany faces a worsening housing shortage, with construction failing to keep up with demand and rising rental and purchase prices.

Feb 18 • 14:57 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

Percentage and Amount: Here is the First Proposal for a Concrete New Property Tax

The debate around a new property tax in Denmark heats up as the Enhedslisten party proposes a tax on housing gains, prompted by growing concerns over wealth accumulation through property ownership.

Feb 18 • 14:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

New Olympic Discipline Ski Mountaineering: 'I wanted to get away from Mallorca and up on my touring skis'

The emergence of ski mountaineering as an Olympic sport highlights the growing popularity of ski touring, particularly for competitors like Tatjana Paller, Germany’s leading ski mountaineer.

Feb 18 • 13:17 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

I went from preacher’s kid to meth addict — then everything changed

A former preacher’s child shares his harrowing journey from growing up in an abusive environment to battling addiction.

Feb 16 • 14:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

South Africa: Digital Monitoring Is Growing in South Africa's Public Service - Regulation Needs to Catch Up

South Africa's government is increasingly utilizing digital tools to enhance public program evaluation and performance monitoring as part of its public-sector reforms.

Feb 16 • 04:39 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

NATO has been woken up by President Trump, and it’s stronger because of it says Mark Rutte

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that the alliance has become stronger due to the influence of President Trump, emphasizing Europe's growing defense responsibilities.

Feb 14 • 13:35 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Life & Tech

The Name Called by the Deaf Grandmother [Growing Up at the Boundary of Lee Gil-bora]

The article discusses the challenges of naming a child born to a Korean and a Japanese parent while considering the unique needs of having a deaf grandmother who communicates through sign language.

Feb 11 • 20:29 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

'Thief, Spy, and Assassin': Telling the Decay and Perversion of a Utopia from Freedom

The article discusses the novelized memoirs of Russian writer Yuri Buida, chronicling his experiences growing up in the Soviet Union and the societal changes leading up to its collapse.

Feb 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Surgeon Kelvin Kong's life growing up Chinese and Indigenous in Australia

Dr. Kelvin Kong shares his experience of growing up as both Chinese and Indigenous in Australia, highlighting the complexities of his identity.

Feb 10 • 20:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Virginia Giuffre's family demands Andrew 'show up' in US as Epstein survivors search for justice

Virginia Giuffre's family and US lawmakers are urging Prince Andrew to testify before Congress about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein amid growing calls for justice from survivors of sexual abuse.

Feb 10 • 19:43 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

‘I Voted’ sticker helps convict noncitizen who cast ballot in 2024 as election security debate heats up

A Colombian woman in Massachusetts has been convicted of multiple charges, including illegal voting in the 2024 presidential election, amidst a growing debate on election security in the U.S.

Feb 10 • 14:37 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

A Simple Question Changed the Lives of Two Moms from Vilnius: 'I Realized I Have to Help'

Two mothers from Vilnius, Sandra Balnienė and Tatjana Jablonskienė, founded an organization to support children growing up without family, driven by personal experiences and a commitment to provide love and care.

Feb 10 • 14:28 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Galp and Moeve Shake Up the Energy Scene

Galp and Moeve are exploring a strategic alliance aimed at restructuring their businesses in the Iberian Peninsula to navigate the growing challenges of the energy transition.

Feb 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Silvia Severino, psychologist: "One of the most harmful family dynamics is when you grow up with an emotionally stable father and an unstable mother"

Psychologist Silvia Severino discusses the detrimental effects of growing up with an emotionally stable father and an unstable mother on children's development and attachment styles.

Feb 9 • 18:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Racing with new investments from the top shipbuilders

Major shipbuilding groups in Asia are ramping up investments to expand their capacities in response to growing demand for orders, while the US aims to revive its shipbuilding industry.

Feb 9 • 12:18 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Municipalities are gearing up: Zero tolerance against litterbugs

Municipalities like Hanau in Germany are implementing stricter penalties for littering as citizens express growing frustration over increasing waste in public spaces.

Feb 9 • 09:35 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The government plans to establish a facility in Finland where children can be locked up - not much different from a prison

The Finnish government is planning to create a facility for severely troubled youths, reflecting a growing concern over juvenile crime and the lack of appropriate placements for these children.

Feb 9 • 09:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Disposal of açaí pits generates up to 6 tons of waste per day in Belém

The growing consumption of açaí in Belém has led to a significant waste management challenge, with at least 6 tons of açaí pits being discarded daily throughout the city.

Feb 8 • 20:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Worrying trend in Croatia, schools in big trouble: 'Most often it is about short-term absences of up to three days... '

Students in Croatia miss over 40 million hours of class each school year, raising concerns about a growing problem of attendance, especially in high schools.

Feb 7 • 09:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Growing up and making cinema in Saddam Hussein's Iraq: 'International sanctions destroyed us, they never affect dictators but their people'

Iraqi director Hasan Hadi discusses the impact of international sanctions on Iraqi society through his film 'The President's Cake', which portrays a girl's struggle to bake a cake for Saddam Hussein's birthday amidst difficulties.

Feb 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

These are the officials who check your food, salary can be up to 1 lakh

Young individuals looking to build a career in the food safety sector have a unique opportunity as this rapidly growing field in India offers good salaries and job stability, especially for those with a passion for food and a background in science.

Feb 5 • 10:45 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Vulnerable Childhood: To Prevent or Punish, That Is the Question

The article discusses the challenges faced by children growing up in vulnerable contexts, highlighting the impact of structural poverty, social inequality, and violence on their lives and future trajectories.

Feb 3 • 22:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Who is Kendrick Lamar? From growing up in poverty to dominating the Grammys

At the 2026 Grammy Awards, rapper Kendrick Lamar won five Grammys, including Record of the Year with SZA for 'Luther', further establishing himself as one of America's most impactful songwriters.

Feb 3 • 02:33 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

Fabiana García Lago: From Growing Up in a Family of Artists to the Project That Made Her 'Get Lost a Bit' and Her 26-Year Love Story

The actress returns to the stage with a successful play based on an Alfred Hitchcock movie, reprising her role from 14 years ago.

Feb 2 • 17:06 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Iran steps up diplomacy as threat of US attack grows

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that while Iran is open to dialogue to de-escalate tensions with the United States, there are currently no plans for talks, amid growing fears of a US military action.

Jan 30 • 19:01 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

German Advertising Market: Google, Meta and Amazon eat up all others

The German advertising market is predicted to generate €31.6 billion in revenue this year, with over half going to Google, Meta, and Amazon, indicating their growing dominance.

Jan 15 • 05:39 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Legendary fiery player grew up in great poverty, and now he revealed how he spent his first salary

Dejan Lovren, the legendary Croatian defender, shares his experiences of growing up in poverty and discusses how he spent his first salary in an interview on the show 'The Other Side of the Coin.'

Jan 14 • 17:45 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

At first, it was a horror for me. Police didn't like Roma very much back then, recalls a worker from a Romani organization

Nataša Nezpěváková reflects on her childhood experiences growing up as a Romani girl, the differences in educational values between her parents, and her aspirations of becoming a hairdresser despite academic challenges.

Jan 14 • 16:36 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
Life & Tech

The Swedish Start-Up Aiming to Conquer America’s Full-Body-Scan Craze

A Swedish start-up is seeking to make inroads into the American market by capitalizing on the growing trend of full-body scans.

Jan 14 • 15:16 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

"Everyone Goes Mad in Their Own Way," says Albanian author Stefan Çapaliku in his new book about growing up under a communist regime

Stefan Çapaliku's novel "Everyone Goes Mad in Their Own Way" illustrates his childhood experiences and the traumatic impact of communist rule in Albania, blending humor and nostalgia.

Jan 14 • 12:53 UTC
🇺🇸 New York Times
Life & Tech

The Swedish Start-Up Aiming to Conquer America’s Full-Body-Scan Craze

A Swedish start-up is seeking to expand its presence in the U.S. by tapping into the growing market for full-body scans.

Jan 14 • 12:30 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Crime & Justice

Lobsters to tequila: Cargo theft is eating America’s lunch and driving up food prices

Growing cargo theft incidents in the U.S., such as the recent disappearance of a $400,000 lobster shipment, are significantly driving up food prices and disrupting supply chains.

Jan 14 • 12:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

The Needs of Seniors are Growing, and the System Can't Keep Up. A National Transformation Plan has been Created

The National Transformation Plan highlights the necessity of adapting the healthcare system to meet the increasing needs of the aging population and improving support services.

Jan 14 • 07:19 UTC

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