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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

There are no places on any map, this is how true places are

This article explores the experiences of a deaf teenager named Iris as she navigates her world, the challenges of communication with her hearing family, and the significance of sign language in her life.

Feb 26 • 20:18 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Cabin fever sets in for gulf residents as flood isolation enters third month

Residents in the Gulf of Carpentaria are experiencing prolonged isolation due to persistent flooding, affecting both individuals and the local economy.

Feb 26 • 19:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Marius Borg Høiby expressed his feelings in court - 'I sat in isolation in the house all alone'

Marius Borg Høiby, son of Crown Princess Mette-Marit, testified in court regarding his relationship and isolation during legal proceedings related to domestic violence allegations, which he denies.

Feb 26 • 19:30 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Infection in Prague Zoo Reaches Birds in Isolation; Veterinarians Euthanize Night Herons and Bitterns

Bird flu has been detected in Prague Zoo, leading to the euthanasia of six birds as a precautionary measure.

Feb 26 • 16:39 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Bird flu confirmed in a bird in isolation at Prague Zoo

Bird flu has been confirmed in an isolated bird at the Prague Zoo.

Feb 26 • 12:47 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

Strength and business are not enough: America is more alone

The article discusses the shortcomings of U.S. foreign policy under Donald Trump, emphasizing growing isolation and distrust among Western allies.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
National & Local

Hard Against the Media: - The Most Difficult Time in My Life

Marius Borg Høiby criticizes the media's portrayal of him during his legal troubles, expressing feelings of isolation and frustration.

Feb 26 • 10:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Unprecedented Footage of Everyday Life in North Korea - 'Everything Looks Like a Movie Shoot!'

Recent viral videos purportedly showing daily life in North Korean cities have emerged, providing a rare glimpse into a country known for its extreme isolation and strict control.

Feb 26 • 04:30 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The mayor of Isernia: 'I've been in a tent for two months. I resist to defend my hospital'

The mayor of Isernia has been protesting in a tent for two months to highlight the challenges faced by his local hospital, expressing feelings of isolation and neglect by government officials.

Feb 26 • 01:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Andrew's dark life 'under investigation' - 'house arrest', cut off and pleasure ban

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, once known as the Queen's favorite son, is currently under investigation and living in isolation following his recent arrest for misconduct.

Feb 25 • 22:30 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Towns face months of isolation as tropical low enters its final days

Record rainfall in Queensland, Australia, from a lingering tropical low is causing severe flooding and potential isolation of towns for months.

Feb 25 • 20:05 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The End of the World

The article discusses the phenomenon of the aurora borealis and its unsettling presence over a remote Greenland village, highlighting the isolation of its inhabitants.

Feb 25 • 20:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Hermann Hesse, writer and Nobel Prize winner: "Being authentic has a cost, but also a reward"

Hermann Hesse discusses the journey of authenticity and its challenges, emphasizing the importance of isolation in finding real connections.

Feb 25 • 18:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Head of Microsoft Poland: Digital Sovereignty Does Not Have to Mean Isolation

The head of Microsoft Poland discusses the rapid advancements in AI and its role in transforming business strategies.

Feb 25 • 14:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Volunteers are still listening to more and more worries – Vasa resident Hanna Niskanen remembers a phone call that moved her to tears

A shortage of volunteers has led to many calls to helplines going unanswered, with Hanna Niskanen of Vasa recalling a particularly moving interaction she had while volunteering.

Feb 25 • 13:33 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

They are asking to save the monkey Punch by moving it to a sanctuary

PETA has called for the relocation of Punch the Japanese macaque to a sanctuary due to concerns over his trauma from captivity and isolation.

Feb 25 • 11:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The danger of living "outside the system": the mistake some parents made in an isolated house that cost them custody

A family living in isolation in Italy lost custody of their children after their lifestyle choice was deemed a serious violation of minors' rights.

Feb 25 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

PETA claims that the viral monkey Punch is suffering trauma, thus requesting his transfer to a sanctuary

PETA has requested that Punch, a viral Japanese macaque from Ichikawa Zoo, be transferred to a sanctuary due to concerns about his psychological well-being attributed to captivity and isolation.

Feb 24 • 20:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Crime & Justice

About 200 images of child pornography found in the isolation cell of pedophile Marc Dutroux in Belgium

Belgian authorities have launched an investigation after discovering around 200 images of child pornography in the cell of notorious pedophile Marc Dutroux.

Feb 24 • 19:17 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Karis's Anniversary Speech: Opinion Pressure Leads to Silence and Indifference

In his anniversary speech, President Alar Karis emphasized the detrimental effects of opinion pressure on public discourse in Estonia, highlighting issues such as population decline and youth isolation.

Feb 24 • 16:26 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Johanna Paulsson: Extreme Voices Are Now Heard from the Darkness of the Internet

Johanna Paulsson explores the tension between modern individualism and the role of opera as a communal art form in her piece featured in Dagens Nyheter.

Feb 24 • 12:08 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Disconnected from the World

The article discusses societal isolation due to technology, reflecting on personal experiences and societal changes in communication.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Okanagan mom found support, help in group after son died from overdose

A mother in Okanagan, Canada, seeks support from a group after losing her son to a drug overdose, highlighting the stigma and isolation often faced by families affected by addiction.

Feb 24 • 04:01 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Brigades stretched 'babysitting' pole-top fires for Western Power

Volunteer firefighters in Western Australia are frustrated by the lengthy wait times for Western Power to arrive and confirm power isolation before they can extinguish pole-top fires.

Feb 23 • 22:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How do 'isolation' sessions treat us from feelings of loneliness? Philosophers and scientists answer

The article explores the concept of 'isolation' not as a disconnection from life, but as a necessary journey for self-discovery and healing, supported by insights from various philosophers and writers.

Feb 23 • 13:31 UTC
🇮🇱 Haaretz
National & Local

As Charles Moves Away from Him, Andrew Discovers He No Longer Enjoys the Protection of the Crown Like in the Days of His Mother the Queen

Prince Andrew is facing increasing isolation and loss of royal privileges following his scandalous past involving Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 22 • 13:23 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Weakness of the Germans: Athletes Left Alone

The article discusses the struggles of German athletes at the Winter Olympics, emphasizing their isolation and lack of support from sports federations.

Feb 22 • 11:46 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Who are the Jarwa people... who kill as soon as they see other people! They live here in India

The Jarwa tribe, residing in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, is known for their isolation and hostility towards outsiders, which stems from a long history of protecting their territory and traditional lifestyle.

Feb 22 • 07:52 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Nova, 17: "If I hadn't been in the Jehovah's Witnesses, I would have received help earlier"

Seventeen-year-old Nova reflects on her struggles after leaving the Jehovah's Witnesses, revealing feelings of isolation and a lack of support.

Feb 22 • 05:49 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The smell at Seija's home permeates everything - "I almost started to live in seclusion"

Seija recounts her troubling experience with a persistent odor in her home that has affected her family's quality of life.

Feb 22 • 04:29 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Are we to blame for the extinction of Neanderthals? Here's what science knows now

Scientists are investigating the reasons behind the extinction of Neanderthals, considering factors like isolation, competition with modern humans, and the potential for violence.

Feb 21 • 11:43 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Tatiana Ruiz Díaz, the rebellion that found a direction

Tatiana Ruiz Díaz, who faced extreme isolation and hardship, found hope and purpose through rugby after a decade in confinement.

Feb 21 • 10:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

From 'Empty Overachievers' to Recluse and Isolated Youth

The article discusses the impact of social and cultural systems on the well-being of overachievers and isolated youth in America through the lens of two recent books.

Feb 20 • 22:14 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Jérôme Fourquet: "Farmers feel increasingly isolated and have the impression of being erased from the map"

Jérôme Fourquet discusses the growing isolation of farmers in France and their concerns regarding regulatory pressures and public perception.

Feb 20 • 20:49 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Sports

Participation of the three-time Olympic champion in the marathon distance is in question

Three-time Olympic champion Iivo Niskanen from Finland is in isolation due to illness, raising doubts about his participation in the 50-kilometer classical cross-country skiing race at the Milano Cortina Olympic Games.

Feb 20 • 16:05 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

In the Era of Forced Growth, 'Hiding' is Another Political Act

The article discusses the plight and societal perceptions of isolated youth in South Korea, as articulated by a young individual named 'Oe' involved in a support community.

Feb 19 • 20:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Bomb Suspicions Isolate Part of the Parking Lot of the Ministry of Agriculture in Brasília

A bomb scare in Brasília led to the isolation of part of the parking lot of the Ministry of Agriculture after abandoned bags were discovered.

Feb 19 • 19:34 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

How to Make Your Phone Boring to Regain Control of Your Life?

The article discusses how excessive smartphone use can lead to attention theft, isolation, and distraction, and suggests ways to make phones less enticing to regain control over personal lives.

Feb 19 • 11:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

Russia's isolation in sports will end at the Paralympic Games in Italy

Russian athletes will participate in the 2026 Paralympic Games in Italy, marking an end to the country's isolation in international sports.

Feb 19 • 00:14 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
World

End of isolation. Russians and Belarusians return under their own flags

The International Paralympic Committee announced that Russian and Belarusian athletes will be allowed to compete under their national flags at the upcoming Winter Paralympic Games in Milan-Cortina d'Ampezzo.

Feb 17 • 17:29 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

"Don't Stop. Don't Waste a Life": Words of Attention at the First Trial

The story discusses the ongoing efforts of probation officers in Japan to support reintegration of individuals previously under observation, highlighting a specific project aimed at combating isolation and other complex issues.

Feb 16 • 20:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Jenni, 27, decided to give up a career that many young people dream of above all

Jenni Tuominen, a 27-year-old entrepreneur, decided to abandon her successful career in social media content creation, finding the entrepreneurial life more isolating than she anticipated.

Feb 16 • 18:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Desert, Power, and Illness: The Drama of Isolation in the Saudi Film 'Hobaal'

The film 'Hobaal' reflects a significant shift in Saudi cinema, showcasing themes of family isolation and authority during the Gulf War.

Feb 16 • 17:50 UTC
🇳🇴 NRK
Crime & Justice

BT: Murder-suspected man isolated in prison

The court has granted police's appeal to impose isolation on a murder-suspected man after a recent case in Arna.

Feb 16 • 14:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

The spouses of Finnish skiers received a stern edict - this intimate matter is banned in the hotel

The Finnish ski team is following strict isolation rules at the Rio Stava hotel to prevent illnesses during the Olympics, restricting contact with loved ones to outside or public spaces while adhering to hygiene protocols.

Feb 16 • 12:04 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The Trap of Two Hours a Day. The More Social Media, the Greater the Loneliness?

A study reveals that over half of American college students aged 18-24 feel lonely, highlighting a connection between social media use and feelings of isolation.

Feb 16 • 09:16 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Federico Bianchini and his 25 days trapped in Antarctica: "The landscape is impossible, unreal, dazzling"

Journalist Federico Bianchini shares his extraordinary experience of being trapped in Antarctica for 25 days, reflecting on the surreal beauty of the landscape and the unique challenges of life in such an extreme environment.

Feb 15 • 23:02 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
World

We Set the Largest Island in the World in Motion. Let's Try to Understand Its History

The article explores Greenland's complex history, highlighting its periods of isolation and recent rapid changes, especially since World War II.

Feb 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

S. Famellos: No party isolation is a solution

Sokratis Famellos, president of SYRIZA-PS, emphasizes the need for political change in Greece to address ongoing crises in development, society, democracy, and institutions.

Feb 14 • 15:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

A genetic time capsule in deep Greece: the lineage of the Maniots dates back 1,400 years

The article explores the isolated Mani peninsula in southern Peloponnese, whose inhabitants' lineage has remained largely unchanged for 1,400 years despite historical migrations.

Feb 13 • 21:25 UTC

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