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🇨🇦 Global News
Life & Tech

So long, Mr. Clean: Mascot to ‘retire’ after almost 7 decades on the job

Mr. Clean, the beloved cleaning product mascot, officially announces his retirement after 68 years, signaling a new chapter for the brand while keeping its products available.

Feb 25 • 18:10 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

AAA Looking for a mascot: Tina has disappeared, disappointed tourists

Tina, the Olympic mascot, has gone missing, leading to disappointment among tourists who expected to buy the plush toy during the games.

Feb 21 • 04:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

‘Bananerito’, the mascot of Orense, stole the show: recreated Bad Bunny's show at the Super Bowl

During the halftime of the match between Orense and Liga de Quito, the mascot ‘Bananerito’ entertained the crowd with a show inspired by Bad Bunny's Super Bowl performance.

Feb 21 • 03:35 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Successor of Suica Penguin Committee Established, Chaired by Kaoru Koyama

JR East has established a selection committee to choose a successor to its iconic Suica Penguin mascot, led by writer Kaoru Koyama.

Feb 19 • 09:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

SZ Podcast 'Hey Munich': 23,000 Euro Fine for the Wrong Mascot in the EM Stadium – Is That Fair?

A YouTuber faces a 23,000 Euro fine for impersonating the Euro 2024 mascot at a Munich event, raising questions of fairness in the legal proceedings.

Feb 19 • 06:00 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

VIDEO | A wolf dog also crossed the finish line at the Olympics alongside the skiers

A Czechoslovakian wolfdog named Nazgul unexpectedly joined competitors on the ski track during the women's sprint relay qualification at the Milano Cortina Olympics, becoming an unofficial mascot despite officials requesting that dogs not be brought to the venue.

Feb 18 • 22:02 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

She is beautiful! Pumas presented Goya as the club's new mascot

The UNAM Pumas Club introduced Goya as their new mascot during a press conference, following a community contest for her design.

Feb 18 • 20:44 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

"Fast Italy": Two Weeks Without Bumsi

Biathlon fans in Antholz are protesting the absence of Bumsi, the beloved mascot, during a major tournament, causing significant unrest among the audience.

Feb 18 • 13:05 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Why Draco Malfoy, a character from ‘Harry Potter’, is a symbol of the Chinese New Year?

Draco Malfoy, the antagonist from 'Harry Potter', has unexpectedly become a mascot of the Lunar New Year in China due to the meaning of his name in Mandarin, which combines the words for 'horse' and 'fortune'.

Feb 17 • 22:04 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Larry the cat turns 15 years of service for the British government

Larry, the resident feline at 10 Downing Street, celebrates 15 years of service as the Chief Mouser under six Prime Ministers.

Feb 15 • 21:37 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'First Feline': Cat Larry Completes 15 Years as Official Guardian of the British Government Residence

Larry the cat marks 15 years as the official mouser at 10 Downing Street, serving the British government since 2011.

Feb 15 • 12:10 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Pix wedding', theme house 'The Secret Agent' and mascot 'Brad Bode': there's 'everything' at the Olinda carnival

A couple is using a unique 'pix wedding' initiative during the carnival in Olinda to fund their wedding while showcasing creativity in their costumes.

Feb 13 • 23:44 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Milan, shocking assault against Gabibbo: here's what happened

The Gabibbo, a mascot of the Italian show Striscia la Notizia, was assaulted while reporting on civic issues in Milan.

Feb 12 • 17:25 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Wrong EM Mascot: Albärt and the Evil Authorities

A YouTuber faces legal consequences after posing as a fake mascot at the upcoming European Championship, leading to a significant fine.

Feb 11 • 15:29 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Football European Championship 2024: The Wrong Mascot Must Pay More Than 20,000 Euros

A YouTuber disguised himself as the official mascot during the European Football Championship in Munich and now faces a hefty fine.

Feb 11 • 12:58 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

The mascot of the Winter Olympics is a stoat. What is that?

The mascot for the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo is a stoat, a small mammal known for its seasonal color change from brown to white.

Feb 11 • 12:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

With a parade and applause, mascot dog receives a party to celebrate its 3rd birthday at a company: 'Special affection'

A beloved rescue dog, Quitação, celebrated his 3rd birthday with a festive party at a credit recovery company in Brazil, bringing employees together for the occasion.

Feb 10 • 10:13 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

USA: In Cheerful Service for Climate Collapse

The article discusses the Trump administration's promotion of coal mining through the introduction of a mascot, amidst a broader agenda of returning to fossil fuel reliance.

Feb 8 • 16:41 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Meet Orelha the dog from Amapá, a community dog that became a mascot in Santana

Orelha, a once injured and stray dog, has become a beloved community mascot in Santana, Brazil, embraced by local residents and celebrated at community events.

Feb 8 • 12:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The New Year in China Has Acquired an Unexpected Mascot

The character Draco Malfoy from Harry Potter has transformed from a symbol of evil to a symbol of luck as China prepares to celebrate the Year of the Horse in 2026.

Feb 7 • 17:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Traditionalist Dog: Mano Lima Took the Stage with the Mascot 'Catarina' at the International Rodeo of Vacaria

Singer Mano Lima invited the dog Catarina, the mascot of the International Rodeo of Vacaria, on stage during his performance.

Feb 7 • 15:58 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

From 'CEO' to 'Gas Station Attendant': Community Dogs Receive Care in Businesses of Interior São Paulo

A community dog named Boleto has been adopted by a variety store in Avaré, São Paulo, where he enjoys being pampered by employees.

Feb 7 • 11:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Lakers center suspended after shoving Wizards mascot before game

Lakers center Jaxson Hayes received a one-game suspension for shoving the Wizards mascot during pre-game introductions.

Feb 5 • 14:57 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Meet 'Coalie', the Trump administration's mascot for promoting coal mining. "Sickening"

The Trump administration has introduced a cartoon mascot named 'Coalie' to promote coal mining as part of an effort to revive the industry.

Feb 5 • 13:49 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

This is 'Coalie', the mascot of Trump’s administration for promoting the extraction of the dirtiest fuel

The Trump administration has introduced a cartoon character named 'Coalie' to promote coal mining efforts, as announced by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum.

Feb 5 • 13:49 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

Don't push the mascot. American will pay thousands for the incident

Basketball player Jaxson Hayes of the Los Angeles Lakers received a one-game suspension from the NBA for pushing the Washington Wizards' mascot, costing him approximately $42,000 in salary.

Feb 5 • 07:40 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
Life & Tech

A Harry Potter villain is now an unlikely new-year mascot in China

Draco Malfoy from Harry Potter is being embraced as a symbol of good fortune in China for the Lunar New Year due to the auspicious meaning of his name in Mandarin.

Feb 4 • 21:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

"Quick Italy": Two Ermines, Perfect for the Mascot Job

The upcoming 2026 Winter Olympics mascot is set to be more grounded compared to the overly conceptual mascot of the 2022 games, featuring two ermines.

Feb 4 • 16:56 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
World

Draco Malfoy is New Year Mascot in China

Draco Malfoy has been chosen as a mascot for the Chinese New Year due to the auspicious meanings of his name's translation, coinciding with the Year of the Horse.

Feb 4 • 09:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Harry Potter’s Draco Malfoy becomes mascot for year of the horse in China

Draco Malfoy, a character from Harry Potter, has become a lunar new year icon in China, symbolizing fortune for the Year of the Horse due to the meaning of his name.

Feb 4 • 08:47 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Draco Malfoy becomes an unexpected mascot for the Chinese New Year

Draco Malfoy from the Harry Potter series has taken on an unusual new role as a holiday symbol in China, with his image appearing on decorations for the Chinese New Year.

Feb 4 • 06:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

‘It’s sick’: Trump administration uses mascot called ‘Coalie’ to push dirtiest fossil fuel

The Trump administration has introduced a cartoon mascot named 'Coalie' to promote coal mining as part of their energy policy.

Feb 3 • 16:36 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Newcastle respond after players slammed for abandoning mascot at Liverpool game

Newcastle United management plans to reach out to the family of a mascot left alone by the team's players before a Premier League match against Liverpool.

Feb 2 • 12:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

The Simpsons retires longtime character Duffman superhero mascot after nearly 30 years

The Simpsons has announced the retirement of Duffman, the Duff Beer mascot, after nearly 30 years, with his final appearance in the parody episode titled 'Separation.'

Jan 7 • 01:39 UTC

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