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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Britain's Got Talent star Sonny Green came back from the brink after drink and drugs battle

Sonny Green, a contestant on Britain's Got Talent, shared his journey of overcoming addiction and his heartfelt tribute to his late father during a touching performance.

Feb 27 • 17:33 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

PSG-Monaco: physical, mental, justice... The challenges of Achraf Hakimi

Achraf Hakimi is improving his performance but faces challenges both on and off the field as he prepares for the upcoming PSG-Monaco match.

Feb 25 • 07:02 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Priit Võigemast: there is a lot of anxiety in the air

Director Priit Võigemast discusses the themes of anxiety addressed in this year's concert performance.

Feb 24 • 17:48 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Hate Comments on Instagram: The Anger of Couch Coaches

Hate comments on Instagram directed at the German biathlon team reflect growing frustration among fans over recent performance declines.

Feb 22 • 16:24 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

The Olympic pastime, knitting during breaks: "It relaxes and helps to stay focused"

Olympic athletes in Milan-Cortina are increasingly using knitting as a therapeutic technique to manage performance anxiety and pressure.

Feb 21 • 18:13 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Neither coffee nor supplements: the free habit that boosts memory and few take advantage of

A recent study indicates that exposure to natural light significantly enhances cognitive performance, more so than caffeine or supplements.

Feb 20 • 09:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Star on Tough Years: - Lost Myself

Snowboarder Marcus Kleveland reflects on his challenging years, expressing that he felt he had lost himself due to various struggles, including a head injury, while now feeling back on track after his Olympic performance.

Feb 19 • 20:10 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Sports

What Simone Biles said to the 'God of Quadruples' in figure skating after the frustration of losing gold at the Winter Olympics

Simone Biles extended her support to figure skater Ilia Malinin following his disappointing performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics, where he fell short of expectations despite being a favorite for the gold medal.

Feb 19 • 14:46 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

Amber Glenn like Malinin, one wrong jump and tears on the track: from the darkness of depression to the courage of coming out, who is the USA star of figure skating

Amber Glenn, a prominent American figure skater, faced an emotional moment during her Olympic short program performance, expressing her struggles with pressure and her journey through depression.

Feb 18 • 11:48 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

Simone Biles consoles Malinin: "I was worried for him, we had the same problems"

Simone Biles reached out to figure skater Ilia Malinin after he faced challenges during his performance, sharing her understanding of the pressure athletes endure.

Feb 18 • 11:42 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Virginia wears flip-flops given by Vini Jr. after parade: 'My boyfriend is investing in my mental health'

Virginia Fonseca flaunted a pair of flip-flops gifted by her boyfriend Vini Jr. after her performance at the Grande Rio parade in Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 18 • 09:35 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Ilia Malinin says he was ‘not ready’ for the intensity of Olympic figure skating spotlight

Figure skater Ilia Malinin expressed that he was unprepared for the intense pressure and expectations during the Olympic Games, which affected his performance.

Feb 17 • 17:12 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

Liveblog Olympic 2026: "I just had to get away from everything"

Norwegian skier Atle Lie McGrath reflects on his emotional escape into the woods following his disappointing performance at the 2026 Winter Olympics slalom event.

Feb 17 • 10:24 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Short track coach Krievāne highlights Olympic medalist Krūzberg's precision in high-stress situations

Coach Krievāne discusses Robert Krūzberg's consistent performance and his mental fortitude during competitions, despite recent injuries affecting his usual style.

Feb 17 • 06:41 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Small Talk at Work: Significant Professional Gains in 5 Steps

The article discusses the importance of small talk in professional settings and outlines five steps to master this skill for better workplace relations and performance.

Feb 16 • 16:23 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Sports

German Figure Skating Pair: Gold is only four minutes away

The German figure skating pair is on the brink of Olympic victory, needing to prove themselves under pressure in their final performance.

Feb 16 • 08:10 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Ren Nikaido's Striking 'Way of Conveying Power' and Unflinching Daring: An Analyst's View

The article analyzes the performance of ski jumper Ren Nikaido at the Winter Olympics, highlighting his technique and mental fortitude during the competition.

Feb 15 • 12:35 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Fans react after 'Quad God' Ilia Malinin shares deeply personal social media posts following shocking skate

Ilia Malinin, known as the 'Quad God,' faced an emotional setback in his recent skate performance, landing eighth after expectations were high for a gold medal, prompting him to express his vulnerabilities on social media.

Feb 14 • 16:34 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Ilia Malinin opens up on 'thoughts and memories' ahead of shocking Olympic falls: 'I've been through a lot'

U.S. figure skater Ilia Malinin discusses the emotional pressures he faced before his Olympic performance, which led to unexpected falls.

Feb 13 • 23:41 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

'Quad God' Ilia Malinin falls twice, finishes eighth place after shocking performance

American figure skater Ilia Malinin, known as the 'Quad God,' unexpectedly finished eighth after a disappointing performance in which he fell twice and could not meet his expected standards for jumps.

Feb 13 • 22:04 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Terrible noise at the Olympics – The Lions revealed a new side

Finland's ice hockey team dominated Sweden in a 4-1 victory during the men's Olympic tournament, showcasing strong mental and physical performance.

Feb 13 • 15:33 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Sports

Biathlete Rastorgujevs: I want to apologize to the entire Latvian nation and journalists

Latvian biathlete Andrejs Rastorgujevs has publicly apologized for his previous interview, citing disappointment over his performance and the mental challenges faced in recent competitions.

Feb 13 • 12:38 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

Celebration of Sport and Art in Motion: Cirk La Putyka Presents St.art

Cirk La Putyka's new performance, St.art, explores the shared discipline and mental challenges of athletes and artists, reflecting on their journeys toward achieving excellence.

Feb 13 • 05:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Sports

How the MET Works, the Mental Training of Federica Brignone

Federica Brignone utilizes Mental Economy Training (MET) to enhance her mental performance as a way to recover from a serious injury and succeed in competitive skiing.

Feb 12 • 16:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Unique' thriller leaving fans 'questioning own sanity' is a must-watch

A review praises the 'unique' thriller series Legion, highlighting its experimental visuals and the performance of Dan Stevens as David Haller, a mutant with schizophrenia.

Feb 12 • 05:15 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Man’s heart vessel is at once full and empty. Matīsa Kaža’s production "The Valley of Wonder" at JRT

The article discusses the experience of attending a performance of Matīsa Kaža's play "The Valley of Wonder" at the New Riga Theatre, intertwined with personal reflections on public transport and the themes presented in the film "Girl, Interrupted."

Feb 11 • 22:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Tandrevold Completely Missed: – Hope She Gets Good Help

Ingrid Landmark Tandrevold had a disappointing performance in the normal distance event, struggling with her shooting despite showing promise on the ski course.

Feb 11 • 14:23 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Sports psychologist at the Olympics: "Whoever learns this gains an advantage"

Tom Kossak, a sports psychologist, is providing mental coaching to athletes at the Olympics, emphasizing that mastering mental strategies can give competitors an edge.

Feb 10 • 12:37 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

The brain that never rests: high performance, hyper-vigilance, and the invisible bill of professional sports

The article discusses the psychological and neurological pressures faced by professional athletes, particularly in contact sports, emphasizing the concept of hyper-vigilance and its impact on mental health.

Feb 8 • 20:34 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Zero Gravity: The Relative Strength Training and Arms that Enable Simone Biles to Fly in Gymnastics

The article discusses Simone Biles' exceptional achievements in gymnastics and her relative strength training regimen that enhances her performance.

Feb 8 • 17:00 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

South Korea: The educational miracle and the dark side – Performance, pressure, and inequalities

The article discusses the contrasting educational systems of Finland and South Korea, highlighting South Korea's high student performance achieved through a highly competitive and demanding framework that imposes significant pressure on children and families.

Feb 8 • 08:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

A 'secret' employee sneaks into the routine of Barcelona stars

Barcelona's coach, Hansi Flick, has introduced a 'secret' sleep specialist to enhance the players' physical and mental performance.

Feb 5 • 15:39 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

Healthy aging starts in the mind - and earlier than researchers thought

Researchers have found that mental performance is linked to physical frailty years before old age, emphasizing the importance of early intervention.

Feb 5 • 06:16 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Life & Tech

Sleep quality is the only factor that affects cognitive performance

Research shows that poor sleep quality significantly impairs cognitive functions like working memory and information processing, particularly in older adults.

Jan 12 • 05:46 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

An expert on personal performance discusses digital detox: 'You don't need to be available 24 hours a day'

Luis Soldevila, a personal performance expert, advocates for a digital detox at least once a week to alleviate anxiety, social comparison, and improve self-esteem and physical health.

Jan 10 • 16:15 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

Fathers Hiding Emotions vs. Wounded Daughters: What the New Film Says About Our Family Traumas?

The article discusses the emotional struggles faced by a character named Nora backstage before her performance, reflecting on larger themes of family trauma, particularly the relationship between fathers and daughters.

Jan 6 • 08:40 UTC

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