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🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The mistake that paralyzed Hollywood: this was the historical blunder at the Oscars

The article recounts the notorious mix-up at the Oscars when La La Land was mistakenly announced as the Best Picture winner instead of Moonlight.

Feb 26 • 16:42 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Freedom for Development in Europe: A Holy Empire of the German Nation is Preparing

The article discusses the emergence of a unified German-led initiative in Europe, drawing historical parallels to past empires.

Feb 26 • 15:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

‘One of the greatest sci-fi shows ever' drops first-look at 'thrilling' new spin-off

Apple TV has unveiled a first look at 'Star City', a new spin-off from the acclaimed series 'For All Mankind', which explores historical events leading to the Moon landing.

Feb 26 • 15:29 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Why a hot chocolate with rum has become a divisive issue in Germany

A traditional winter drink in Germany, named after Congo's first Prime Minister Patrice Lumumba, is provoking debate due to its controversial historical associations.

Feb 26 • 14:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

How does Bridgerton season 4 end?

Bridgerton season 4 concludes with the marriage of Benedict Bridgerton and Sophie Baek amid social class challenges and family secrets.

Feb 26 • 14:47 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

What populist politicians have learned from snake oil salesmen: "It's the golden age of charlatans"

The article discusses how populist politicians have adopted tactics similar to those of historical snake oil salesmen, likening them to modern-day charlatans.

Feb 26 • 14:26 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Pickles: Pickled!

The article explores the tradition of pickling as one of the oldest methods of food preservation, highlighting its historical significance and cultural impact across various cuisines, particularly in Germany.

Feb 26 • 14:12 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Own Hearth: Bitter and Healthy

The article discusses the bitter yet healthy qualities of radicchio and its historical significance as a culinary and medicinal plant.

Feb 26 • 14:11 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

In Algeria, media praise the 'historic significance' of the upcoming visit of Pope Leo XIV

Algerian media have recognized the historical significance of Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit to Algeria, highlighting its potential to strengthen ties with the Vatican.

Feb 26 • 14:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'India has always stood with Palestine...,' said Pawan Khera

Pawan Khera emphasizes India's historical support for Palestine and criticizes the silence surrounding atrocities in Gaza.

Feb 26 • 13:37 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Simon Campanello: The Bicycle Was Considered to Make Women Infertile, Masculine, and Ugly

The article discusses historical societal fears about women's cycling, likening them to modern concerns over technology's effects, such as 5G.

Feb 26 • 13:23 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Lufthansa takes on its active role in Nazism for the first time and commissions a study about its responsibility

Lufthansa has taken a significant step in acknowledging its historical role during the Nazi regime by commissioning a study on its involvement and the use of forced labor.

Feb 26 • 12:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Escape from Donald, commentators write. The United States is leaving record numbers of Americans

Record numbers of Americans are leaving the United States for other countries, contrary to historical trends and amidst strict immigration policies.

Feb 26 • 12:24 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Spain: Did the King Really Save the Young Democracy?

The article explores the historical context of Spain's 1981 coup attempt and the role of King Juan Carlos I in protecting democracy, with recently released government documents shedding light on the events.

Feb 26 • 12:19 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Current Lexicon: Where does the term 'Middle Kingdom' come from?

The term 'Middle Kingdom' (Reich der Mitte) is commonly used to describe China and has historical roots tied to its geopolitical significance.

Feb 26 • 12:18 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Ibn Battuta: The 'Eye of History' that Monitored the Pulse of the Nation during Ramadan Nights

This article highlights the legacy of Ibn Battuta as a significant historical figure who documented the cultural and social dynamics of the Islamic world during his extensive travels, particularly during the month of Ramadan.

Feb 26 • 12:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

In Slovakia, they face charges of extremism, while in Hungary, the government applauds them. The story of the commemorative monument of the regional flag

In Slovakia, several individuals face charges of extremism due to the construction of a monument that resembles a historical national flag, which some authorities claim glorifies past totalitarian regimes.

Feb 26 • 11:31 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Javier Cercas: 'We already know the truth about 23-F. But the lies will not end, because they are a business'

Javier Cercas comments on the enduring relevance of his novel 'Soldiers of Salamina' while reflecting on the spread of misinformation surrounding historical events in Spain.

Feb 26 • 10:56 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

December 3 Coup: Legal Standards and Historical Evaluation [Column by Ahn Byung-wook]

The article discusses the sentencing of Yoon Seok-yeol to life imprisonment for his role in the December 3 coup attempt, analyzing the legal ramifications and broader implications for democracy in South Korea.

Feb 26 • 10:54 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Number of wills increases by 42% in Mogi das Cruzes

The number of wills registered in Mogi das Cruzes has seen a significant increase of 42% over the past year, reaching a historical record.

Feb 26 • 10:16 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

From the Pope to the Civil State: What About the Separation of Religion from the State?!

The article discusses the concept of civil state and its historical development, emphasizing its significance in contemporary political discourse.

Feb 26 • 10:09 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Kostas Voutsas died today – The shocking story of the grandfather who was killed by the Turks because he refused to wear the fez

This article commemorates the life of Kostas Voutsas, a beloved Greek actor, and reflects on the historical significance of his grandfather's resistance against Ottoman rule.

Feb 26 • 10:06 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

IDEAL Holdings: Historical high for earnings in 2025

IDEAL Holdings has reported historically high profitability and significant growth across all companies in its investment portfolio for the year 2025.

Feb 26 • 09:57 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Translation of 'The Novel 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms' Took 3 Years and 17,000 Pages to Translate for Historical Accuracy

Kim Young-moon, a Korean translator, has completed a monumental translation of 'Romance of the Three Kingdoms,' emphasizing historical accuracy.

Feb 26 • 09:44 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Athens: March with free guided tours in museums and archaeological sites

The Municipality of Athens is offering free guided tours of historical and archaeological sites and museums throughout March.

Feb 26 • 09:22 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Fire Damages a Listed Building in the Grounds of the Castle in Prague's Veleslavín

A fire has damaged a protected historical building in the Veleslavín area of Prague.

Feb 26 • 09:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Sexual violence continues as a form of torture in wars, says former UN prosecutor for Rwanda

Charles Adeogun-Phillips discusses the historical significance of recognizing sexual violence in conflict as torture and its implications in current global conflicts.

Feb 26 • 09:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Bridgerton: the new episodes, the fervor of fans, and the challenge of telling a different love story in a period fiction

Netflix has released the final four episodes of Bridgerton's fourth season, continuing the romantic saga that has captivated audiences since 2020.

Feb 26 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

South Korea launches new commission to investigate adoption fraud

A new South Korean commission has begun to investigate cases related to past adoption fraud, addressing unresolved complaints from previous decades.

Feb 26 • 08:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Wing Over the Garden. How a Small Liberec Villa Transformed into a Modern Family Home

A 1914 villa in Liberec, originally designed by architect Jakob Schmeissner, has been sensitively renovated to serve as a modern family home, showcasing its unique details and historical significance.

Feb 26 • 08:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Mosques of Tunisia: Architecture that Defies Time and Young Voices Reviving Its Lifeblood

Tunisia has recently seen a significant increase in the number of places of worship, with estimates suggesting a total of 6,728 by 2025, highlighting their cultural and historical importance.

Feb 26 • 07:33 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Modi hails Israel ties in Knesset address

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised India's relations with Israel during his historic address to the Knesset, highlighting defense cooperation and shared historical ties.

Feb 26 • 07:20 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Nemea: a Land of Myths, Wine, and Ancient Heritage

Nemea, nestled in the northeastern Peloponnese of Greece, is renowned for its historical significance, wine production, and rich gastronomy.

Feb 26 • 07:15 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Launch of the Third Truth and Reconciliation Commission... 311 Overseas Adoption Victims File Truth Investigation Applications

The Third Truth and Reconciliation Commission has been established to investigate historical injustices, with an initial focus on 311 overseas adoption victims.

Feb 26 • 06:12 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Great Recife sets record of victims of stray bullets and injured children and adolescents, says Fogo Cruzado Institute

In 2025, Grande Recife reported historical records for stray bullet victims and injured children and adolescents due to armed violence.

Feb 26 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Mysterious picturesque cottage called 'Ugly House' hides charming tearoom

The 'Ugly House', a mysterious cottage in Snowdonia, Wales, is now a charming tearoom that operates within the historical site shrouded in unknown origins.

Feb 26 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

From Valencia's DANA to the endless storm: rain becomes wilder in Spain

Spain is experiencing unprecedented rainfall episodes that have shattered historical precipitation records across the country.

Feb 26 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Psychology Museum Opens: 'With a drawer and a rat, transcendental phenomena of human behavior have been observed'

The new Psychology Museum at the Complutense University of Madrid showcases various historical objects related to psychological experiments and theories.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Among Murals and Street Art on the Camino de Santiago

The article explores the vibrant street art along the Camino de Santiago, showcasing how contemporary expressions coexist with the historical significance of this pilgrimage route.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The 9th of Ramadan: A Day That Redrew Influence Maps from Sicily to Indonesia

The 9th of Ramadan marks significant historical military events that reshaped Islamic influence across continents, notably involving Sicily and Indonesia.

Feb 26 • 04:22 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
World

The War in Ukraine Through the Eyes of a Photographer. February 25, 2026

The article reflects on the ongoing war in Ukraine, detailing its historical context and the evolving military strategies of both Ukraine and Russia.

Feb 26 • 04:22 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Stock Exchange: In the Wake of Big Tech, Profile Stock Follows

The stock of Profile has experienced fluctuations similar to those of Wall Street's technology stocks, showing a recent increase but remaining below historical highs.

Feb 26 • 04:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

ON THIS DAY ⟩ Taliban forces destroyed the Buddha statues of the Bamiyan Valley

In 2001, Taliban forces destroyed two ancient Buddha statues in the Bamiyan Valley of Afghanistan, leading to international condemnation as acts of cultural and historical vandalism.

Feb 26 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The court will announce a verdict for Erika Švenčionienė for denying Soviet crimes

Erika Švenčionienė faces sentencing for comments made about the Medininkai massacre, with prosecutors proposing various restrictions and penalties.

Feb 26 • 03:38 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Is the Brazilian Lazy?

A critique of the stereotype labeling Brazilians as lazy, framing it within cultural and historical contexts.

Feb 26 • 03:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Euthanasia or assisted suicide: is it time to hold the debate?

The article discusses the philosophical and historical context of euthanasia and assisted suicide, questioning whether it is time for a broader societal debate on the topic.

Feb 26 • 03:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

The USA encouraged Iran's nuclear program that they are trying to destroy after 60 years; know the story

The article discusses the historical context of the U.S. involvement in Iran's nuclear program and the ongoing tensions related to nuclear capabilities and geopolitical dynamics.

Feb 26 • 03:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Yoon Seok-yeol Compared to Victims of the Inhyeokdang Incident by the National Power Party… "Needs to Apologize to the Families"

A high-ranking official from the National Power Party criticized the first instance verdict against former President Yoon Seok-yeol, drawing parallels to historical judicial injustices.

Feb 26 • 02:06 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Efik professionals push for fair oil-well allocation

The Efik Professionals group in Nigeria has endorsed the scientific verification of oil wells in Cross River State, seeing it as a remedy for historical economic injustices.

Feb 26 • 01:42 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Ogun @50: How Abeokuta was chosen to be state capital

The article discusses the historical context and personal reflections regarding the selection of Abeokuta as the capital of Ogun State in Nigeria, highlighting personal identity and political involvement.

Feb 26 • 00:14 UTC

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