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National & Local

Oh Mary, help!: The grumpy Mother of God

The article discusses the controversial use of the image of the Black Madonna in local political campaigns in Bavaria, prompting reactions from the community.

Feb 24 • 15:49 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Precious Purchase at Würth: Holbein's Madonna Now Has a Sister

A bronze Madonna and Child, dating from around 1600 and considered one of the most beautiful in the Dürer Renaissance, has been acquired to complement Holbein's famous Madonna in Schwäbisch Hall.

Feb 24 • 13:23 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Pärnu Museum Opens Permanent Exhibition "Madonna and Key. Manifest and Bathing Cart"

The Pärnu Museum has opened a new permanent exhibition exploring the history of Pärnu through four distinct narratives.

Feb 21 • 19:21 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

New Permanent Exhibition at Pärnu Museum: 'Madonna and the Key. Manifest and Beach Trolley'

Pärnu Museum has launched a new permanent exhibition that explores the city through four different stories.

Feb 21 • 17:25 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Women's Figure Skating: Snoop, Mask, and Madonna

The women's figure skating event at the Winter Olympics features star-studded attendance and fierce competition, particularly in the United States.

Feb 19 • 13:16 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Thieves enter the Basilica of San Luca: the image of the Madonna damaged

Thieves broke into the Basilica of San Luca in Bologna, causing damage to the sacred image of the Madonna and stealing valuable items.

Feb 19 • 09:54 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Madonna grants permission to figure skater Amber Glen to use popular song, 'You're a great skater'

Amber Glen received permission from Madonna to use her song for her Olympic figure skating routine, receiving supportive messages from the singer but ultimately finishing in 13th place.

Feb 18 • 11:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Madonna sends message to skater competing to the sound of 'Like a Prayer' at the Olympics

Madonna sent a supportive video message to figure skater Amber Glenn ahead of her performance at the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina.

Feb 17 • 22:03 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of 'Like a Virgin', 'True Colors', and 'Eternal Flame', has passed away

Grammy-winning songwriter Billy Steinberg, known for hits like 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', has died at the age of 75 in Los Angeles.

Feb 17 • 20:07 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', the anthems of Madonna and Cyndi Lauper that marked the 80s

Billy Steinberg, the Grammy-winning composer behind iconic 80s songs like 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', has passed away at 75 in Los Angeles.

Feb 17 • 15:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of hits like Like a Virgin by Madonna and True Colors by Cyndi Lauper, has died

Billy Steinberg, the Grammy-winning composer known for hits such as 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', passed away at the age of 75.

Feb 17 • 13:32 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Billy Steinberg has died. He wrote lyrics for Madonna, Celine Dion, and other pop stars

Billy Steinberg, a notable lyricist known for his work with Madonna and Celine Dion, has passed away.

Feb 17 • 13:31 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The author of Madonna and Cyndi Lauper's hits, Billy Steinberg, has died

Billy Steinberg, the acclaimed American songwriter known for hits like Madonna's 'Like a Virgin' and Cyndi Lauper's 'True Colors', has passed away at the age of 75 after battling cancer.

Feb 17 • 13:27 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Billie Steinberg, author of major hits for Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and others, has passed away

Billie Steinberg, renowned songwriter behind many 1980s and 1990s pop hits, has died after a battle with cancer.

Feb 17 • 11:48 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The 1980s hitmaker, who was also the author of Madonna's biggest hit, has died

Billy Steinberg, the renowned songwriter known for iconic 1980s and 1990s hits, has passed away at the age of 74 after a long battle with cancer.

Feb 17 • 11:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Songwriter Billy Steinberg has died

American songwriter Billy Steinberg has passed away at 75, as confirmed by his attorney to the BBC.

Feb 17 • 11:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of hits like 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', dies at 75

Billy Steinberg, renowned composer of popular hits such as 'Like a Virgin' and 'True Colors', has passed away at the age of 75 in Los Angeles due to cancer.

Feb 17 • 10:06 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, songwriter of hits for Madonna, Cyndi Lauper, and Céline Dion, has died

Billy Steinberg, a prominent American songwriter known for his hits in the 1980s and 1990s, has passed away at the age of 75 after a long battle with cancer.

Feb 17 • 08:58 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Grammy-winning songwriter Billy Steinberg dies aged 75

Billy Steinberg, the Grammy-winning songwriter known for hits like Madonna's 'Like a Virgin', has passed away at the age of 75 after battling cancer.

Feb 17 • 08:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of great music stars and author of Like a Virgin by Madonna, dies

Billy Steinberg, renowned composer of the 1980s and 1990s, has passed away at 75 after a battle with cancer, leaving behind a legacy of iconic songs including Madonna's 'Like a Virgin.'

Feb 17 • 07:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Billy Steinberg dead: Songwriter behind Madonna's Like A Virgin dies after cancer battle

Billy Steinberg, the Grammy Award-winning songwriter known for hits like Madonna's 'Like A Virgin', has passed away after a battle with cancer.

Feb 17 • 06:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Billy Steinberg, composer of 'Like a Virgin', dies at 75

Billy Steinberg, renowned composer of iconic hits, has passed away at the age of 75 after battling cancer.

Feb 17 • 01:23 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Madonna returns to her beloved land: posed in the desert with fur

Madonna, the queen of pop, has returned to Morocco, a place she loves, staying at a luxury hotel and expressing her affection for the country.

Feb 15 • 14:04 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

Fridamania: How the Legend of Frida Kahlo Was Built - The Role of Madonna and the Movements of '68

The article explores the cultural phenomenon surrounding Frida Kahlo, her iconic image, and the influence of the 1960s movements and figures like Madonna on her legacy.

Feb 15 • 09:10 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Day Madonna Changed the Rules of Censorship in the U.S. During the Live Show of David Letterman

Madonna's controversial appearance on David Letterman's show in the 90s marked a significant moment in the evolution of censorship in U.S. television.

Feb 14 • 21:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Maracadonna Block Brings Madonna Hits to the Slopes of Olinda with Giant Corset Standard

The Maracadonna Block returned to Olinda's streets with a vibrant celebration of Madonna's music, uniting fans in a lively open-air dance party.

Feb 14 • 20:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

After the victory in the Senate: with a suggestive video to the rhythm of Madonna, Bullrich launched communication strategy

Patricia Bullrich celebrated her recent legislative victory with a stylish video featuring Madonna's 'Vogue' to promote her communication strategy.

Feb 12 • 20:21 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Gugu's Bathtub, 'Butt Dance' and Jovem Pan: How Shakira Conquered Brazil

Colombian singer Shakira will perform at a free concert in Copacabana, Brazil, aiming to captivate the local audience just as Madonna and Lady Gaga did before her.

Feb 12 • 12:29 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Shakira will give a free concert in Copacabana on May 2, following the footsteps of Madonna and Lady Gaga

Shakira is set to perform a free concert at Copacabana beach in Rio de Janeiro on May 2 as part of the annual 'Todo el mundo en Río' event, expected to attract over a million attendees.

Feb 11 • 22:30 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Shakira to give FREE concert in Copacabana, like Madonna and Lady Gaga; aiming for more than one million attendees

Shakira will perform a free concert in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, aiming to attract over one million people, as part of the annual 'Todo el mundo en Río' event.

Feb 11 • 16:32 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Shakira to headline 'Todo Mundo no Rio' at Copacabana Beach

Colombian singer Shakira is scheduled to perform at Copacabana Beach on May 2 as part of the 'Todo Mundo no Rio' event, following performances by Madonna and Lady Gaga in previous years.

Feb 11 • 13:37 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

2026 Olympics: 'Congratulations, you have won gold,' when Madonna congratulates Cizeron and Fournier Beaudry... too early

Madonna mistakenly congratulated French ice dancers Guillaume Cizeron and Laurence Fournier Beaudry on social media for winning an Olympic gold medal that they have not yet secured.

Feb 11 • 09:39 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Madonna takes her 'second Uber ever' to watch daughters Stella and Estere play for Spurs FC

Madonna used Uber for only the second time in her life to attend a football game for her daughters playing for Spurs FC.

Feb 8 • 15:15 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Laura Pausini bets on a new covers album, featuring Madonna and Roberto Carlos

Laura Pausini releases 'Io Canto 2,' a new album of covers featuring global hits that were not originally planned for release until 2027.

Feb 6 • 03:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Madonna danced in a bodysuit, fur, and fishnet stockings, watch the video

Madonna, the 67-year-old pop star, showcased her dance moves in a stylish outfit to the tune of 'Thief of Hearts' in a video posted on her Instagram account.

Feb 4 • 08:21 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

Madonna's message for the protests in Iran: Its people have not known freedom, I stand by their side

Madonna expresses her support for the people of Iran in their fight for freedom amidst ongoing protests.

Jan 16 • 17:58 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Madonna supports protesters in Iran: "Hold on tight"

Madonna expressed her support for the people of Iran, urging them to 'hold on tight' amidst their fight for freedom.

Jan 16 • 16:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

Gianluca Toniolo, CEO of Dolce & Gabbana Beauty: "Madonna's choice as the face of a perfume is not nostalgic, but a statement of authenticity for younger generations"

Gianluca Toniolo discusses how Madonna's selection as the face of a perfume represents authenticity rather than nostalgia for younger demographics.

Jan 10 • 23:06 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

10 Years Without David Bowie: The Legacy of an Artistic Genius

This article commemorates the 10th anniversary of David Bowie's passing, reflecting on his significant impact on music and culture as shared in a personal story by Madonna during his Rock and Roll Hall of Fame introduction.

Jan 10 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Madonna, 67, strips down with younger man for racy Dolce & Gabbana advert

In a new ad for Dolce & Gabbana's fragrance The One, 67-year-old Madonna appears youthful as she strips down alongside a younger man.

Jan 9 • 09:48 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Madonna stars at 67 in the most seductive campaign for a new perfume

At 67, Madonna takes on the role of ambassador for Dolce & Gabbana's new fragrance The One, featuring her in a seductive ad performing the iconic song La Bambola.

Jan 9 • 08:53 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

The highly erotic advertisement of Dolce Gabbana featuring Madonna and two young men, watch the video

The advertisement showcases Madonna in a provocative scene with two young men, highlighting the brand's bold aesthetic.

Jan 9 • 04:17 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Madonna sings Patty Pravo, she's a 'Doll' for Dolce & Gabbana

Madonna surprises fans with her Italian rendition of 'La bambola' by Patty Pravo, embracing its feminist themes of autonomy and respect.

Jan 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Madonna heats up the atmosphere: this is the sexual campaign she leads for The One perfume by Dolce&Gabbana

At 67, Madonna defies industry norms by starring in a provocative campaign for Dolce&Gabbana's The One perfume, challenging the youth-centric marketing of the fragrance sector.

Jan 8 • 17:05 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Madonna sings in Italian: tribute to Patty Pravo with 'La Bambola'

Madonna has surprised fans by releasing an unreleased version of Patty Pravo's famous song 'La Bambola', recorded entirely in Italian, as part of a campaign for Dolce & Gabbana.

Jan 8 • 17:04 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Slalom in Madonna di Campiglio: The harder, the better

Ante Kostelic, now 87 years old and a retired coach, is remembered for his technical slalom courses in the World Cup during the 1990s, significantly influencing the careers of his children, Janica and Ivica, who are both former World Cup champions.

Jan 8 • 15:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Sports

Noel wins in Madonna di Campiglio, Kolega 18th

Croatian skier Samuel Kolega finished 18th in the fifth slalom of the World Cup season in Madonna di Campiglio, Italy, where Clement Noel claimed his first victory at this classic race.

Jan 7 • 21:30 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

Alpine skiing: Clément Noël wins the Madonna slalom a month before the Olympics, Paco Rassat on the podium

French skier Clément Noël secured his first World Cup victory of the winter by winning the Madonna slalom in Italy, with his compatriot Paco Rassat finishing third.

Jan 7 • 21:26 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Different Winner in the Fifth Slalom of the Season, and Kolega Had a Lot of Luck

Clement Noel claims victory in the fifth slalom of the World Cup season held in Madonna di Campiglio, marking the fifth different winner of the season.

Jan 7 • 21:08 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Clement Noel wins night slalom in Madonna. Samuel Kolega finishes 18th.

Clement Noel triumphed at the night slalom event in Madonna di Campiglio, securing victory over Finland's Eduard Hallberg, while Croatian skier Samuel Kolega finished in 18th place after improving his performance in the second run.

Jan 7 • 20:52 UTC

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