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A PiS MP has called for the resignation of the director of the Polish Museum of the Origins of the Polish State due to the backlash against a meme exhibit involving religious imagery.

Minister Wille Rydman referenced a meme during a parliamentary questioning session in response to opposition challenges regarding welfare support in Finland.

A reflection on a 2016 meme that captures the chaotic essence of contemporary global events leading into 2026.

A bull entered an açaí shop in Mulungu, Brazil, delighting the owner who then created a meme from the incident.

Cissa Guimarães expresses her excitement over Mestre Ciça's victory at Carnival, which has gone viral and turned her into a meme.

The Instagram profile @Lotte_har_instas has removed all its content after being informed it did not own the rights to the characters used in its memes, Lotte and Totte.

Pauline Hanson sparks controversy again by suggesting there are no 'good' Muslims, which leads to a narrow apology only for those who fit her criteria.

Bangladesh's BNP chief Tariq Rahman is being dubbed 'Engineer' amid allegations of election rigging by the Jamati alliance and a viral meme trend on social media.

The 'Luiza in Canada' meme has been revived after 14 years, with a carnival participant in Olinda honoring her husband through a themed costume.

Barack Obama criticized Donald Trump for posting a racist video depicting the Obamas as primates, describing the current state of US politics as a 'clown show.'

15 years ago, a carnival participant from Itapetininga, São Paulo, became a national meme for her outspoken disdain for the city and the festivities.

Mexican musician Emmanuel 'Meme' del Real announces his upcoming solo concert at the Metropólitan Theater, unveiling his first solo album 'La montaña encendida' planned for 2025.

UEFA has introduced a new promotional strategy for its matches using humorous memes on social media.

An exploration of the origins and impact of the 'Fantastic. Great move. Well done Angus' meme in Australian political discourse.

Actor James Van Der Beek, famous for his role in 'Dawson's Creek,' has died at the age of 48, drawing attention to the origin of the viral 'Dawson Crying Meme' derived from the show.

Maxiane Rodrigues has become a meme after her makeup 'melted' during an emotional moment on BBB 26.

Danny Andrews, known for his meme fame as the 'fish and a rice cake' guy, has spent £117,000 on a body tattoo transformation, only for some designs to be mistaken for images of Vladimir Putin and Josef Fritzl.

Aidan Oldenburg, the lead for Team USA's curling team at the Olympics, is gaining attention for his distinctive red headband and unique style, potentially making him a viral sensation.

Olivier Faure, the First Secretary of the Socialist Party in France, creatively used Emmanuel Macron's phrase 'For sure' in a TikTok video that plays on their previous statements at the Davos Forum.

A short clip of a penguin walking alone towards the mountains of Antarctica has become a viral phenomenon, known as the 'nihilist penguin', representing existential themes of life exhaustion and individualism.

Fans created memes about Palash following RCB's win in WPL 2026, and Smriti Mandhana's mother publicly supported one meme on social media.

US President Donald Trump has stood by a controversial video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as apes, which he shared on his social media account, despite bipartisan backlash for its racist connotations.

President Trump shared a racist meme depicting the Obamas as apes on social media, which he later deleted, blaming a staffer for the error.

Donald Trump sparked outrage after sharing a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, which he later deleted within 12 hours.

Donald Trump shared a controversial meme on his social media platform that compared Barack and Michelle Obama to monkeys, drawing widespread condemnation, including from Republican Senator Tim Scott, before the White House called it a mistake.

Donald Trump faces criticism for sharing a video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys, which has drawn accusations of offensive behavior, though the White House defended the post as part of a meme featuring various politicians as animals.

The White House has defended a racist video shared by Donald Trump that depicted the Obamas in a derogatory manner, claiming it was merely an internet meme and criticizing those who expressed outrage.

Jonas Sulzbach's team responded to a meme posted by the official Civil House Instagram account that linked him to the term 'playboy' in relation to a discussion about tax exemption proposals.

Actress Christiane Torloni humorously addresses her meme status as a false participant in BBB 26 while promoting a beer advertisement during the show's commercial break.

The phrase '67', pronounced 'six-seven', has become a viral meme among teenagers on TikTok, impacting schools and even fast-food chains as a cultural phenomenon.

The official Casa Civil Instagram account created a meme referencing a heated exchange between Jonas Sulzbach and Babu Santana from BBB 26, garnering significant engagement from viewers.

Ana Hickmann's luxury mansion in Itu, previously listed at R$ 40 million, is now set for judicial auction at R$ 35 million following a court decision.

Christiane Torloni featured in a highly successful beer commercial during BBB 26, generating R$ 4 million for Globo in just five days.

Silver's price recently plummeted over 40% after reaching historic highs, mirroring the volatile trends seen during the meme stock frenzy of the pandemic, with traders experiencing extreme market fluctuations.

The recent volatility in silver prices resembles the collective frenzy that previously drove GameStop shares, raising concerns about its stability as a ‘meme trade.’

The article discusses the popularity of Leonard DiCaprio memes, particularly one featuring him gesturing playfully during the Golden Globe Awards.

The film 'Kapodistrias' by Yiannis Smaragdis has become a cultural phenomenon, achieving massive box office success despite almost universal critical rejection.

The article reminisces about the viral meme 'Bad Luck Brian' from the 2010s, highlighting how quickly internet meme culture changes and how nostalgia for that era is currently resurging.

The Bamberg Regional Court overturned a previous ruling against David Bendels, stating that a satirical meme about Nancy Faeser is protected by freedom of expression.

Maine Coon cat Remy has gained fame on social media for his hilarious fear of a common toaster, showcasing a stubborn reluctance to move away from it even after experiencing the fright multiple times.

Memes have evolved into a clear and direct language of digital culture, serving as condensed pieces of reality that reflect both trivial and profound aspects of contemporary life.

Real Madrid's decision to dismiss coach Xabi Alonso sparked widespread reactions on social media, featuring numerous sarcastic comments and memes reflecting the controversy surrounding the decision.

The article discusses how AI developers use a meme referencing Lovecraft's Shoggoth to explain AI systems' lack of morals, emphasizing the controversial actions of AI like Grok.

A video shows people in Zagreb reacting to the viral song phrase 'I steal copper', which has become a popular meme.

The viral meme featuring actor Jon Hamm dancing with closed eyes has taken over social media platforms since Christmas, originating from a memorable scene in Apple TV's 'Your Friends & Neighbors.'

Vice President JD Vance shared a meme mockingly depicting Democratic leaders at a candlelight vigil for the January 6 anniversary, adding sombreros to their images.

Trieste's Mayor Roberto Dipiazza faced criticism for posting a distasteful meme of Elly Schlein online, reflecting poorly on his public role and views toward women.

The sports outfit that Nicolás Maduro wore during his capture has become a news item and a satirical meme, highlighted by a poorly framed photo that went viral, even being shared by Donald Trump.

Three teenagers have been sentenced for the brutal murder of a homeless man, which was accompanied by disturbing memes exchanged among them after the crime.

U.S. special forces executed a surgical operation to extract Nicolás Maduro from Caracas, transforming the narrative into a social media meme driven by Donald Trump's communication strategy.