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🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Is Japan's AI Law Powerless Against Foreign Companies?

Japan's new AI law has been ineffective in addressing unauthorized uses of iconic characters like Son Goku and Doraemon by foreign tech firms.

Feb 27 • 02:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'Peaky Blinders' hairstyle, 'The Godfather' party: web links Adilsinho to references of mafia characters from series and films

The hairstyle of Brazilian crime figure Adilsinho has led social media users to draw parallels between him and iconic mafia characters from series and movies like 'Peaky Blinders' and 'The Godfather.'

Feb 26 • 17:11 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Scream 7 gives reason for optimism: why the new film excites horror fans

The upcoming Scream 7 is generating excitement among horror fans with the return of iconic characters and a shift in directorial leadership.

Feb 26 • 09:02 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

The 'ideal eleven' of El Chavo, according to Lionel Messi: 'El Chapulín at 10, because he saves you'

In a playful interview, Lionel Messi selects an 'ideal eleven' of characters from the iconic Mexican TV show 'El Chavo del 8.'

Feb 25 • 19:11 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Are red carpet creations an interesting way to promote a movie?

The article discusses Anne Hathaway's social media posts featuring clips of her iconic characters, highlighting the significance of red carpet fashion in film promotion.

Feb 25 • 14:26 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Abla Kamel: An Actress Who Chose Fame Without Lights

Abla Kamel is a renowned Egyptian actress known for her natural performances that resonate with the public, having portrayed a variety of iconic female characters over more than three decades.

Feb 19 • 04:34 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why did the Salim-Javed duo split after being hits in Bollywood?

The article explores the rise and eventual split of the iconic Bollywood screenwriting duo Salim Khan and Javed Akhtar, who once struggled as artists before creating memorable dialogues and characters.

Feb 18 • 07:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Hollyoaks star teases iconic character could make full-time return after McQueen episode

Hollyoaks actor Jorgie Porter hints that former cast members may be enticed to return for good following a special episode focusing on past characters.

Feb 18 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Where Hollyoaks McQueen stars who aren't returning for John Paul's final episode are now

The article discusses the McQueen family reunion in *Hollyoaks*, marking John Paul's departure, and highlights which iconic characters won't return for the special episode.

Feb 16 • 06:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The ‘Chaves Pernambucano’ group becomes a hit among revelers at Galo da Madrugada

The 'Chaves Pernambucano' group, featuring iconic characters from Mexican television, has captured the hearts of carnival-goers during Recife's Galo da Madrugada.

Feb 14 • 18:05 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

FREE templates for Valentine's lollipops with a fist: Wendy Guevara, Teresa, and more funny memes

This Valentine's Day, social media has been buzzing with creative printable templates for heart-shaped lollipops, featuring iconic characters and Mexican memes.

Feb 13 • 14:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Life & Tech

John Wick vs Ethan Hunt, a new ending for Titanic! Hollywood is in an uproar over new AI tools

The excitement around AI-generated content is leading to debates in Hollywood, particularly regarding iconic characters like Ethan Hunt and John Wick.

Feb 13 • 11:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Only Fools and Horses' iconic duo reunite 36 years after 'funniest episode ever'

Two beloved characters from the classic British sitcom 'Only Fools and Horses' have reunited, thrilling fans with a hint at a new show.

Feb 12 • 20:55 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Don't Touch My Classic

Apple TV is set to release a new series adaptation of John D. MacDonald's novel "Cape Fear," featuring Javier Bardem as the iconic character Max Cady.

Feb 8 • 20:33 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"With Bert you stop, with Ernie you can go!"

The iconic characters Ernie and Bert from Sesame Street are now featured as traffic lights in Hamburg, signaling when pedestrians can walk.

Jan 13 • 15:05 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Super Mario, Sonic or Lara Croft: the biggest icons of video games celebrate major anniversaries

In 2026, iconic video game characters like Super Mario, Sonic, and Lara Croft will celebrate significant anniversaries, reflecting on their impact on the gaming industry and popular culture.

Jan 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The Engineer Who Became Mr. Bean: Rowan Atkinson Celebrates 71st Birthday, This Is His Incredible Story

Rowan Atkinson, one of the world's most recognizable comedians, celebrates his 71st birthday today, having become a global phenomenon with iconic characters like Mr. Bean and Edmund Blackadder.

Jan 6 • 22:00 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

A Record Performance: Tom Hanks Portrayed Seven Characters in One of the Most Iconic Christmas Movies

Tom Hanks impressively portrayed seven different characters in the iconic Christmas film 'The Polar Express', capturing the magic of the holiday season for children.

Jan 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Pará Pénte: The five new scenes with the legendary five from the reunion for the 20th anniversary, watch the video

In the anniversary episode, the cast of Pará Pénte filmed new scenes while maintaining the essence of their iconic characters.

Jan 1 • 09:52 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

From Montoya to Juan del Val: the television characters that marked 2025

The article reviews the most successful, controversial, and iconic television characters of 2025, highlighting global viral moments from Spain and the impact of different networks.

Dec 30 • 04:30 UTC

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