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🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Violent and racist, we will not miss him. The insult from extremists even in death

The left criticizes the late Umberto Bossi, labeling his legacy as violent and racist, sparking a renewed debate on his impact in Italian politics.

Mar 22 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chappell Roan's Fans Insult Flamengo Before Show After Controversy with Player

Fans of singer Chappell Roan insulted the Brazilian soccer team Flamengo prior to her performance at Lollapalooza in São Paulo after a controversy involving a player.

Mar 22 • 00:38 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Piccardo and the 'schiforma': the latest insult from the Islamist

Roberto Hamza Piccardo, a key figure in the Italian Islamic community, has criticized the government’s judicial reform in a video where he emphasizes the electoral influence of the Islamic community against the reform.

Mar 21 • 13:29 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Man convicted of racial insult after racist offenses against sergeant in MG

A man in Frutal, Brazil, was sentenced to prison for racial insults after the Minas Gerais Court of Justice overturned an initial acquittal.

Mar 20 • 21:55 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Jankto Without Brakes. He Vulgarly Insults His Old Coaches on the Internet

Former Czech international Jakub Jankto has taken to TikTok to insult his former coaches, particularly David Nicola, following his early retirement from football due to injuries.

Mar 19 • 18:19 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Crime & Justice

Such a Revenge for Insult! 15 Months Ago, Friends Had Slit Vishal's Throat

The Vaishali police in Bihar have made a shocking revelation in a kidnapping case from 15 months ago, arresting two friends of the victim who confessed to killing him in revenge for an insult.

Mar 19 • 02:40 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Woman arrested on suspicion of racial insult at Pet Clinic in João Pessoa

A 45-year-old woman was arrested for racially insulting a staff member at a pet clinic in João Pessoa, Brazil.

Mar 18 • 17:06 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Egypt calls for 'killing the sedition' and threatens to prosecute those who insult Arab countries

Egypt warns against negative media practices that harm relations with other Arab nations and threatens legal action for such offenses.

Mar 18 • 16:16 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Go Seong-guk: Lee Jin-sook is a viable candidate for Seoul mayor; criticism arises from Daegu citizens

Right-wing YouTuber Go Seong-guk has promoted Lee Jin-sook, a preliminary candidate for Daegu mayor from the People Power Party, as a suitable candidate for Seoul mayor, triggering backlash from Daegu citizens who view it as an insult.

Mar 18 • 01:16 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

"Robes like a cancer". The unrestrained insult campaign of the right

The article discusses the unrestrained campaign of insults from the Italian right against the judiciary, highlighting recent incidents where public figures made inflammatory statements that sparked outrage.

Mar 18 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Did Tanya insult Ram and Sita? The 'Vada Pav Girl' gets angry

Chandrika Dixit, known as the 'Vada Pav Girl', criticizes spiritual influencer Tanya Mittal over a viral video featuring Mittal wearing a saree with images of Ram and Sita.

Mar 16 • 03:22 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Dirty Black': Supermarket Employee Reports Racial Insult from Customer in Southern Bahia

A supermarket employee in Ilhéus, Bahia, reported experiencing racial insults from a customer while working at the checkout stand.

Mar 15 • 20:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Wyoming passes new six-week abortion ban that lawmakers call ‘insult to voters’

Wyoming's legislature has enacted a six-week abortion ban, with significant backlash from lawmakers who view it as an affront to voters.

Mar 15 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Politician Insult: Justice Measures with Double Standards

The article discusses perceived hypocrisy in political discourse, particularly regarding insults by politicians and the implications of a new law on insults targeting politicians in Germany.

Mar 13 • 15:38 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Member of the State Parliament Affected: House Search at Munich AfD Politician Dierkes

A police raid has taken place at the residence and office of Munich AfD politician Rene Dierkes amid allegations of defamation, insult, incitement to hatred, and approval of crimes based on prior social media posts.

Mar 13 • 15:07 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

With less than three months to go until the elections, Lee Jeong-hyeon resigns as the commissioner of the nomination committee...National Power 'Adding Insult to Injury'

Lee Jeong-hyeon’s sudden resignation as the head of the nomination committee for the upcoming local elections exacerbates internal conflicts within South Korea's ruling party, the People's Power Party.

Mar 13 • 09:45 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Magaluf 'wolf pack' attacker's sick eight-word insult as Brit teen gang raped

A British teenager was gang raped in Magaluf by a group known as the 'wolf pack' who also assaulted her verbally during the attack.

Mar 12 • 22:44 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Club Against the Oppositions: A Sincere Appeal from Me, They Insult. Back and Forth Between Schlein and Meloni

Giorgia Meloni's recent statements to the Parliament have sparked a strong reaction from opposition leader Elly Schlein, highlighting tensions between the government and the left.

Mar 12 • 09:27 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Rahul wants PM to insult powerful countries: Ravneet Bittu

Rajya Sabha MP Ravneet Singh Bittu criticized Rahul Gandhi, suggesting that Gandhi desires Prime Minister Modi to insult major powers daily, indicating his disinterest in national issues.

Mar 12 • 06:49 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Nicita: “I was insulted by La Russa. Apologies? No, he offended the institutions”

Senator Antonio Nicita responds to an insult from Senate President Ignazio La Russa, stating that the offense was directed at the institutions rather than just himself.

Mar 12 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

Argentina woman charged with racial insult in Rio apologizes and admits to racist reaction

Agostina Páez, an Argentine lawyer charged with racial insult in Rio, publicly apologized for her racist behavior towards bar staff in Ipanema.

Mar 11 • 23:22 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The racist insult that appeared in Big Brother, in Brazil and in the US Congress: what the law says today

The article discusses recent incidents of racist remarks in popular culture and real-life situations, highlighting a consistent theme of racial insensitivity.

Mar 11 • 22:14 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Insult or Adaptation? Why Movies Still Struggle with Novels

The article explores the ongoing conflict between cinema and literature, highlighting the challenges of adapting literary works into film.

Mar 11 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

The controversial response of Barcelona SC goalkeeper José Contreras to Matheus Martins, Botafogo striker, during phase 3 of the Copa Libertadores

During a Libertadores match, goalkeeper José Contreras reacted to an insult from Matheus Martins with a provocative gesture that caught the cameras' attention.

Mar 11 • 01:14 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Crime & Justice

Audio Released: The Apology Request of the Argentine Lawyer Accused of Racism in Brazil and the Twist in Her Defense

Agostina Páez, an Argentine lawyer accused of racial insult in Brazil, has publicly apologized in an effort to change her defense strategy and return to Argentina.

Mar 10 • 23:04 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'This is not just about the President, it's an insult to the Constitution...,' PM Modi criticizes Mamata's government for protocol violation

PM Modi criticized the TMC government for disrespecting President Murmu during Women's Day celebrations in West Bengal.

Mar 8 • 08:52 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

"Merz, lick eggs": poster led to defamation investigation against German youth protesting conscription

An 18-year-old youth was arrested at an anti-conscription protest in Berlin for carrying a banner implying a lewd insult towards Chancellor Friedrich Merz, leading to a defamation investigation.

Mar 7 • 13:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Ian Huntley's warped final insult to Holly and Jessica's families before death

Ian Huntley, the child killer responsible for the murder of Holly Wells and Jessica Chapman, has died in prison following an assault by another inmate.

Mar 7 • 10:09 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Insult as a Strategy, a Serious Mistake by Milei

President Javier Milei has reverted to an aggressive style filled with insults towards his opponents, contradicting his earlier promise to engage in more constructive debate.

Mar 7 • 06:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Court of Appeal: It is a crime to call a judge 'little asshole'

A woman has been convicted by the Skåne and Blekinge Court of Appeal for insulting a judge by referring to her as 'little asshole' in an email, receiving a penalty of 40 daily fines.

Mar 6 • 10:27 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The 'German Shepherd' became 'Poodle'

A retired German citizen faced scrutiny for calling Chancellor Merz a 'Pinocchio' on Facebook, leading to a police investigation over an alleged insult to a political figure, which was ultimately dismissed as a legitimate critique under freedom of expression.

Mar 5 • 07:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

When Insult Degrades the Republic

The article discusses how emotional reactions and the impact of social media have altered public discourse and political power dynamics in Argentina.

Mar 5 • 03:15 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Strasbourg: Rima Hassan acquitted after a public insult complaint

Euro MP Rima Hassan has been acquitted by the Strasbourg correctional court of a public insult complaint filed by a local socialist elected official following heated social media exchanges.

Mar 4 • 10:56 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

CIA and Mossad spies, Iranian fascists. The insult from pro-regime supporters at the sit-in of Cgil, Anpi, and Arci

Tension rose at a 'No War' rally organized by Cgil, Anpi, and Arci in Milan, as groups representing opposing views on U.S. and Israeli intervention in Iran clashed.

Mar 3 • 18:01 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Wayne Couzens' sick final insult to Sarah Everard's body as family couldn't say goodbye

Wayne Couzens, the man convicted of murdering Sarah Everard, committed a heinous act by burning her remains, denying her family a chance to say goodbye.

Mar 3 • 15:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Football fan 'stabbed' by wife who thought VAR fury was insult directed at her

A man in Naples was hospitalized after allegedly being stabbed by his wife, who misinterpreted his frustration over a football match as personal insults directed at her.

Mar 3 • 12:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Milei, to reform and insult

Argentine President Javier Milei, emboldened by political strength, faces criticism for his abrasive style amidst crucial reforms needed for Argentina's economy.

Mar 3 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

The racist complaint from El Hilali that paused the Elche-Espanyol match for three minutes due to Rafa Mir's insult: 'You came by boat'

The Elche-Espanyol match was paused for three minutes after a racist insult was reported during the game, highlighting ongoing issues of racism in Spanish football.

Mar 1 • 17:02 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

El Hilali accuses Rafa Mir of having told him that he arrived "by boat" and the anti-racism protocol is activated

Omar El Hilali alleges that Rafa Mir directed a racially charged insult at him during a match, prompting the referee to activate anti-racism protocols.

Mar 1 • 16:35 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Football: if Prestianni is found guilty of racist insult, "his career with me will come to an end," promises Mourinho

José Mourinho stated that if his player Gianluca Prestianni is found guilty of racist insults towards Vinicius, he will not play under him again.

Mar 1 • 15:57 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Kim Dong-yeon: 'I will never tolerate the insult to the spirit of the March 1st Movement'

Kim Dong-yeon, the Governor of Gyeonggi Province, emphasized the importance of upholding the spirit of the March 1st Movement during its 107th anniversary commemoration, asserting the province's commitment to countering any actions that undermine this historical event.

Mar 1 • 06:23 UTC
🇭🇷 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

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