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🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Who is the Možemo! member who published the insults directed at Dina Dogan?

During a heated session of Zagreb's City Assembly, Možemo! representative Matko Dujmović shared a video on Instagram containing an insult directed at opposition representative Dina Dogan.

Feb 27 • 08:55 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Letter to the Editor. Abolish the waiting day – an insult to us in care and welfare

A healthcare worker argues that the current waiting day policy financially penalizes staff for minor injuries, urging its abolition.

Feb 27 • 04:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

Prestianni admitted to racist insult to Vinicius Junior, says newspaper; Benfica denies

A Portuguese newspaper reported that Gianluca Prestianni admitted to using a racist slur against Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match, but Benfica has formally denied this claim.

Feb 26 • 22:50 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Why does Javier Milei insult businessmen?

The article explores Javier Milei's confrontational rhetoric against businessmen, positioning it as part of a larger cultural battle for economic control in Argentina.

Feb 26 • 22:17 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

The BBC launches an investigation after a racist insult was uttered during the unedited BAFTA ceremony

The BBC has initiated an internal investigation following the unedited broadcast of a racist insult during the BAFTA ceremony, made by a guest with Tourette syndrome.

Feb 26 • 08:29 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Due to insulting Modi.. Indian politician deprives Muslim women of assistance

An Indian politician from the ruling Hindu nationalist party has come under fire for depriving Muslim women of blankets he was distributing in a village in Rajasthan, claiming it was due to their perceived insult to Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Feb 26 • 05:27 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bar in the USA serves free beer until Trump’s first insult in Congress speech

A bar in the USA offered free beer until President Donald Trump made his first insult during the State of the Union address, which lasted longer than expected.

Feb 25 • 21:46 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BBC launches investigation after racist insult aired during BAFTA broadcast

The BBC has opened an investigation into the airing of a racist insult during the BAFTA awards broadcast, which occurred while actors Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo were on stage.

Feb 25 • 16:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

Prestianni and Vinicius: a shirt for each insult

The article discusses the aftermath of a racially charged incident between footballers Gianluca Prestianni and Vinicius, focusing on UEFA's decision to impose a preventive sanction against Prestianni.

Feb 25 • 12:38 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Miss Italy against Ditonellapiaga: 'Hands off the title'. She: 'I talk about myself, I insult no one'

The Miss Italia competition challenges singer Ditonellapiaga's use of the title 'Miss Italia' for her new song and album, claiming it harms the dignity of its participants.

Feb 25 • 10:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BAFTA tic sufferer John Davidson reveals insult he called host Alan Cumming

John Davidson, a Tourette's syndrome sufferer, made headlines for shouting offensive language, including a racial slur, during the BAFTA awards, prompting apologies from both him and the organization.

Feb 25 • 09:37 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Sports

A Madrid-Benfica before the press regarding Prestianni-Vinicius: "Mourinho? It's disappointing to use Vini's celebration to justify the insult"

The Real Madrid vs Benfica match has taken on heightened intensity following racially charged accusations made by Vinicius Júnior against player Gianluca Prestianni.

Feb 24 • 13:05 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

BAFTA: juror resigns after racist insult and sparks criticism of BBC

A juror for the BAFTA resigns following a racist insult incident during the awards, leading to widespread criticism of the BBC's handling of the event.

Feb 24 • 11:40 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Criminal Law: Did You Just Insult Me?

A 64-year-old man is under police investigation for allegedly calling politician Friedrich Merz 'Pinocchio' on Facebook, raising questions about the limits of permissible satire.

Feb 24 • 11:03 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did Giriraj Singh say about Rahul Gandhi?

Union Minister Giriraj Singh expressed that individuals who insult India will be assessed through brain mapping to determine if they are traitors or in a state of madness.

Feb 24 • 09:46 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

After the racist insult made during the Bafta ceremony, the BBC apologizes for 'not cutting these remarks'

The BBC has issued an apology for not cutting a racist insult uttered by a person with Tourette syndrome during the Bafta ceremony.

Feb 24 • 08:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Controversy at the Baftas over the racist insult of a guest with Tourette's syndrome

A guest at the Baftas, John Davidson, uttered a racist insult, leading to apologies from the BBC and the event's host.

Feb 23 • 16:17 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

UEFA suspended Argentine Gianluca Prestianni after the scandal with Vinicius: he misses the rematch of Real Madrid-Benfica for the Champions League

UEFA has provisionally suspended Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni from Benfica due to allegations of racial insult made by Brazilian player Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match.

Feb 23 • 14:41 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

UEFA stops Prestianni, temporary suspension for alleged racist insult to Vinicius

UEFA has provisionally suspended Gianluca Prestianni, a Benfica player, for allegedly racially insulting Vinicius during the Champions League playoff match against Real Madrid.

Feb 23 • 14:34 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Rogoredo, Salvini: "Insult to colleagues in uniform"

Matteo Salvini comments on the arrest of police officer Carmelo Cinturrino, condemning any misuse of the uniform and expressing respect for law enforcement officers.

Feb 23 • 11:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Activist with Tourette's Syndrome shouts racist insult during the BAFTA

During the BAFTA ceremony, John Davidson, who has Tourette's syndrome, shouted a racist insult and other outbursts, prompting apologies from the event's presenter.

Feb 23 • 10:58 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Monkey

The article discusses the use of the term 'monkey' as a racist insult towards Black individuals, emphasizing the historical roots and implications of this dehumanization in sports, particularly in football.

Feb 22 • 18:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

São Paulo Tourist Arrested Suspected of Racial Insult Against Hotel Employee in Bahia

A tourist from São Paulo was arrested in Bahia for allegedly making racial insults towards a hotel employee.

Feb 21 • 20:55 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Syrian Anger Against 'The Kaiser' Following Insult to Sarout.. Kahlaoui Responds

A scene in the first episode of the series 'The Kaiser...' has provoked widespread outrage in Syria for allegedly insulting the late revolutionary figure Abd al-Baset Sarout.

Feb 21 • 14:12 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'This is an insult to our country...': Mayawati to Akhilesh expresses displeasure over Youth Congress's protest

Political leaders, including Mayawati and Akhilesh Yadav, have criticized the Youth Congress's shirtless protest during the AI India Summit 2026, deeming it disgraceful.

Feb 21 • 10:22 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

"Prestianni Law": FIFA considers penalties for players who insult and cover their mouths

FIFA is contemplating introducing penalties for players who use insulting gestures while covering their mouths, in light of a recent incident involving Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni and Brazilian player Vinicius Jr.

Feb 20 • 11:16 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Sports

Tkachuk's insults are well thought out. Why hockey players insult each other, what the rules are, and why they do it less and less

The article explores the phenomenon of trash talk in hockey, exemplified by memorable insults, and notes a decline in such behavior in recent years.

Feb 20 • 09:47 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Sports

Real Madrid sends UEFA 'available evidence' of the alleged racist insult to Vinicius

Real Madrid submitted evidence to UEFA regarding an alleged racist insult directed at Vinicius Junior during a Champions League match against Benfica.

Feb 19 • 15:10 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Sports

What Prestianni said about the scandal with Vinícius in the Champions League: his statement on racist insults

Benfica player Gianluca Prestianni responded to accusations of racist behavior towards Vinícius Junior after their Champions League match, stating he did not insult the Brazilian.

Feb 18 • 14:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Accused of racial insult, PF agent goes through custody hearing and is released

A Federal Police agent in Brazil was released after a custody hearing following accusations of racial insults made during a Carnival party.

Feb 18 • 12:17 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Insult to Mattarella, Italy against Iran

An Iranian MP's act of tearing a photo of Italian President Sergio Mattarella sparked outrage in Italy, prompting the government to summon the Iranian ambassador for explanations.

Feb 18 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The harsh sanction Prestianni faces due to the accusation of a racist insult to Vinicius in the Champions League

Gianluca Prestianni faces potential penalties following accusations of making a racist insult towards Vinícius during a Champions League match between Benfica and Real Madrid.

Feb 18 • 02:19 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Sports

Mbappé defends Vinicius after racist insult and calls for Prestianni's exclusion from Champions: "Dance and never stop"

Kylian Mbappé publicly defends Vinicius after an allegation of racist remarks made by Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni during a Champions League match, calling for his exclusion from the tournament.

Feb 18 • 01:38 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Sports

Vinicius accuses Giancula Prestianni of making racist insults and a scandal erupts in the Champions League

Vinicius Junior reported a racist insult from Gianluca Prestianni during a Champions League match, leading to a temporary halt in the game and activating UEFA's anti-racism protocol.

Feb 18 • 00:35 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Controversy: Vinícius Junior scored a brilliant goal, argued with Argentines, and claimed he suffered a racist insult during Benfica-Real Madrid

Vinícius Junior scored a stunning goal for Real Madrid but faced controversy after an argument with Argentine players and alleged racist insults from the crowd during a Champions League match against Benfica.

Feb 17 • 22:58 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Vinícius refused to continue the match. After the goal, he complained about a racist insult

Vinícius Júnior of Real Madrid complained of a racist insult during their Champions League match against Benfica, leading to a temporary halt in the game.

Feb 17 • 22:41 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Scandal with Argentine Prestianni in the Champions: Vinicius accused him of calling him 'monkey' and Benfica-Real Madrid was halted

Argentine player Gianluca Prestianni has been involved in a racism controversy during a Champions League match after Vinicius accused him of a racist insult, leading to a 10-minute stoppage in play.

Feb 17 • 21:29 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Watch.. Match between Real Madrid and Benfica suspended after Vinicius reports racial insult

The match between Real Madrid and Benfica was paused for 11 minutes after Vinicius Junior accused opponent Gianluca Prestiani of racial abuse.

Feb 17 • 19:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘An insult to our name’: AfD urged to stop using Simson mopeds at events

Jewish descendants of the founders of the Simson moped brand denounce the far-right AfD's use of their name and heritage during political events.

Feb 17 • 15:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

American can't get over common English phrase used to insult someone

An American woman shares her humorous take on British insults she has encountered since moving to the UK.

Feb 17 • 14:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

LBC host Nick Ferrari clashes as Tories slammed with brutal three-word insult

LBC host Nick Ferrari confronted a minister about the government's decision to abandon plans for postponing local elections, leading to a heated exchange regarding the government's U-turns.

Feb 17 • 09:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Sports

Mohsin Naqvi's Terrible Insult, Left the Stadium in the Middle of the Match

Following India's decisive victory, Pakistan Cricket Board chairman Mohsin Naqvi faced public humiliation and left the stadium prematurely amid criticisms.

Feb 16 • 17:46 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
National & Local

Communist symbols reappear in Zagreb, Černy: They insult the victims of the Homeland War

Red placards announcing the event 'Zagreb School of Communism' have appeared in Zagreb, provoking outrage from local officials regarding their implications for the victims of past regimes.

Feb 16 • 08:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

BRIAN READE: 'Lady Victoria Hervey dubs it 'an insult' not to be named in Epstein files'

Lady Victoria Hervey expressed outrage at not being named in the Epstein files, claiming that in her social circles, being excluded is considered an insult.

Feb 14 • 07:00 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Sierra Leone: the Secretary General of the Opposition Party APC Charged and Placed in Detention

Lansana Dumbuya, Secretary General of Sierra Leone's opposition APC party, has been charged with incitement to violence and public insult after criticizing President Julius Maada Bio.

Feb 14 • 05:05 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Anthony Albanese taunts new Liberal leaders in first comments since Sussan Ley’s ousting

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese critiques new Liberal leader Angus Taylor following Sussan Ley's recent ousting, referencing a past political insult.

Feb 14 • 03:33 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Olympic curling match descends into chaos after cheating allegations prompt profane insult

A curling match at the Olympics between Canada and Sweden erupted in conflict after accusations of cheating, resulting in a heated exchange between players.

Feb 14 • 02:23 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Jason Aldean's brutal 7-word takedown of Zach Bryan after 'cringe' TPUSA halftime insult

Jason Aldean responded wittingly to Zach Bryan's criticism following a halftime performance by Aldean and Brantley Gilbert.

Feb 13 • 20:18 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Watch.. Simeone's gesture to Lamine Yamal: Was it an insult or the key to Atlético's historic victory?

Atlético Madrid's coach Diego Simeone orchestrated a tactical victory over Barcelona, leading to a significant win in the Copa del Rey semifinal, amidst controversy surrounding a gesture he made during the match.

Feb 13 • 14:40 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

[Editorial] Punishment for Spreading False Facts about 'Comfort Women': No More Denial of History or Insult to Victims

The South Korean National Assembly passed an amendment to the 'Comfort Women Victims Act' that will penalize the dissemination of false information about victims of Japanese military sexual slavery.

Feb 13 • 10:03 UTC

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