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🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

My books tell a single story: monsters and children in search of freedom

Author Niccolò Ammaniti discusses his new novel 'Il custode' and its themes of childhood, freedom, and the horror that lurks in one's living environment.

Mar 21 • 05:13 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The Age of Monsters

The article discusses the increasing interest in the occult during the early modern period, driven by various socio-political and technological changes.

Mar 20 • 22:05 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The Labubu will have a movie: Sony and Pop Mart confirm more details about the film

Sony Pictures and the Chinese company Pop Mart confirmed the development of a film based on Labubu, a character from The Monsters universe.

Mar 20 • 01:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Come face to face with some of the most terrifying ever predators at Natural History Museum

The Natural History Museum in London is set to launch an exhibition titled Jurassic Oceans: Monsters of the Deep on May 22, showcasing ancient marine reptiles.

Mar 19 • 17:14 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
Life & Tech

Some monsters deserve a painful death, the game Nekome: Nazi Hunter invites you to a bloody hunt for Nazis

The article discusses the video game Nekome: Nazi Hunter, which engages players in a violent quest against Nazis.

Mar 19 • 13:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

“Monsters.” Russia reacts to the extradition of Alexander Butiagin from Poland

A Warsaw court has approved the extradition of Russian archaeologist Alexander Butiagin to Ukraine, prompting a strong response from Russia.

Mar 18 • 12:59 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Life & Tech

On the Trail of Monsters: Discussing Ryan Murphy's Series "The Beauty" and the Love Story of Frankenstein's Creature "Bride!"

Latvian critics explore the themes and artistic execution of Ryan Murphy's series "The Beauty" and its unique take on monstrosity.

Mar 18 • 10:40 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The sea wind farm dubbed 'ugly monsters' by D. Trump has started supplying electricity

The 'Revolution Wind' offshore wind farm off the coast of Rhode Island has begun supplying electricity, potentially benefiting over 350,000 households in New England.

Mar 14 • 11:33 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Frankenstein and Wife Were Not Two Monsters

A new film, 'The Bride,' directed by Maggie Gyllenhaal, reinterprets the story of Frankenstein from a feminist perspective, focusing on the untold narrative of the bride character.

Mar 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

It was not a monster that assaulted me, either as an adult or as a child. It was a man.

The article argues against labeling sexual abusers as 'monsters', emphasizing that they are ordinary individuals who can be part of our lives, not distant figures.

Mar 12 • 18:06 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Ursula von der Leyen and the 'Age of Monsters'

Ursula von der Leyen's statements about the changing global order at a nuclear energy summit in Paris trigger political turmoil in Europe.

Mar 11 • 07:31 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Life & Tech

The Insane Bride. A Dark Film Romance Subversively Plays with the Frankenstein Myth

The article discusses the revival of classic horror monsters in modern cinema, focusing on the film 'Bride!' which takes a radical approach to the character of Frankenstein's bride.

Mar 11 • 05:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Life & Tech

Review: Godzilla and King Kong Meet. The Monster Series Surprisingly Holds Back

A review discusses the unexpected restraint shown in the new series featuring iconic monsters Godzilla and King Kong.

Mar 9 • 12:20 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Pixar prepares Monsters, Inc. 3 and other new movies: all the upcoming projects

Pixar is set to release 'Toy Story 5' in June 2026 and is already developing a third installment of 'Monsters, Inc.' alongside other projects.

Mar 8 • 09:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

'Monsters, Inc.', Pixar's success, will receive a third movie, says American newspaper

Pixar's beloved film 'Monsters, Inc.' is set to receive a third installment according to a report by the Wall Street Journal.

Mar 7 • 13:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

'The Bride!': These monsters are neither scary nor captivating

The review criticizes Maggie Gyllenhaal's adaptation of 'The Bride' for lacking originality and depth in its portrayal of Frankenstein's creature and its partner.

Mar 6 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

'The Bride' Shows Two Aspects of Cinema: Musicals and Monsters

'The Bride' is a film that explores dualities, featuring a character named Ida who is surrounded by gangster types and ultimately emerges as a bride for the Frankenstein monster.

Mar 5 • 16:00 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Trump praised after internal criticism: 'Keeps monsters away'

Donald Trump's decision to attack Iran has sparked divisions within the MAGA movement, yet he received support from various Republican leaders who deemed the action necessary.

Mar 4 • 19:51 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

‘Resident Evil Requiem’ and the Genius of Hospitals Filled with Monsters

The article reviews Capcom's latest game, 'Resident Evil Requiem,' highlighting its strengths and missed opportunities despite being a notable addition to the franchise.

Mar 2 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Rabbits, Newcomers, and Monsters – Here Are the Best Children's and Young Adult Books Right Now

The article highlights the top five recent children's and young adult books recommended by DN’s book critics.

Feb 28 • 14:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Pokémon went from 151 to 1,025 monsters in 30 years; understand through graphs

Pokémon has grown from 151 species to 1,025 in three decades, highlighting its enduring popularity and evolution in the gaming universe.

Feb 27 • 07:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'My son used to be scared of sleeping alone until Alexa feature came to the rescue'

A mother found a hidden Amazon Alexa feature that helps her son overcome his fears of sleeping alone by scanning rooms for monsters.

Feb 24 • 04:02 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Adventure in Virtual Reality: Fighting Monsters Together

A group of players experiences a thrilling virtual reality game, encountering a terrifying monster that disrupts their game due to technical issues.

Feb 23 • 15:03 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Halle Berry says ‘Monster’s Ball’ sex scene could have ended her career

Halle Berry reflects on her decision to film a nude scene in 'Monster's Ball,' expressing concerns that it might have jeopardized her career.

Feb 22 • 16:30 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The "Gen's Wedding" series: When Kuwaiti folklore transforms into psychological horror breaking the norm

The Kuwaiti series episode 'Gen's Wedding' from 'Monsters 2' breaks traditional Ramadan programming with its unique blend of folklore and psychological horror, resulting in significant viewer engagement on social media.

Feb 22 • 01:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

France puts its 'monsters' before the justice system

France is taking action against long-standing cases of sexual violence, highlighting the impunity that many perpetrators have enjoyed.

Feb 21 • 04:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Namibia: When Prisons Create Monsters

The article discusses severe issues within Namibia's correctional facilities, highlighting overcrowding and violence that turn them into breeding grounds for criminal behavior rather than rehabilitative spaces.

Feb 20 • 13:38 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Man United told to sign 'two monsters' as Casemiro replacements identified

Former Manchester United player Louis Saha has recommended two midfielders as potential replacements for Casemiro, whose contract is set to expire at the end of the season.

Feb 19 • 17:00 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Monsters in the Beds. Review of the Dailes Theatre's production 'Dream Novel'

A review of the Dailes Theatre's adaptation of Arthur Schnitzler's 'Dream Novel', which explores subconscious desires and experiences through a surreal narrative.

Feb 17 • 11:13 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

‘Our monsters can't beat what's going on in the real world’ – Tarsier talks Reanimal's smaller scares

Tarsier Studios discusses the release of their new horror platformer, Reanimal, which aims to provide a fresh take on fear following their previous success with Little Nightmares.

Feb 14 • 10:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Crime & Justice

They called him the Angel of Death. One of the greatest monsters died free

Josef Mengele, known as the Angel of Death, was a German doctor and SS officer notorious for conducting inhumane medical experiments on prisoners in Auschwitz during World War II, leaving a dark legacy in medical history and humanity.

Feb 7 • 06:07 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Liam Neeson hunts climate-damaged mutant zombies

Liam Neeson's latest film 'Cold Storage' features extraterrestrial fungus, makeshift military supplies, and a rampant climate crisis that brings monsters to life, described as a fun parody but lacking suspense by Sebastian Lindvall.

Feb 5 • 10:22 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

10 Best Series to Watch in February

February brings a host of new series to popular streaming services, featuring everything from thrilling dramas to science fiction with giant monsters, including a look at ten titles arriving this month.

Feb 5 • 08:34 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

What will we watch in February? 10 series that will keep us at home

February brings a plethora of new series to popular streaming services, ranging from thrilling thrillers and legal dramas to science fiction with giant monsters, including a preview of ten titles debuting this month.

Feb 5 • 08:34 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Monsters of hate and violence

The Greek Minister of Shipping and Island Policy, Vassilis Kikilias, has ordered an internal investigation into the tragic incident in Chios that resulted in the deaths of 15 migrants, emphasizing the need for transparency about the causes of the tragedy.

Feb 5 • 07:38 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Life & Tech

'The Monsters of Us', the children's play that helps children face their fears

The play by playwright Abigail Martínez teaches children how to confront and transform their fears into strengths.

Feb 5 • 06:06 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Crime & Justice

Racist Delusions, such as the Great Replacement Theory, Only Produce Monsters of Hate and Violence

The article discusses how racist ideologies like the Great Replacement Theory foster hate and violence, while highlighting the significant contributions of immigrants to the post-World War II economic and social reconstruction of Western Europe.

Feb 5 • 04:40 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
World

'You cannot reward monsters' — US lawmakers demand increased pressure on Russia

US lawmakers are calling for increased sanctions and pressure on Russia, emphasizing the need to undermine its war economy during a press conference.

Feb 3 • 22:07 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

The animated version of 'Stranger Things' will be released in April, watch the teaser

The animated series 'Stranger Things: Tales from '85' will debut on Netflix in April and features the original characters facing new monsters and unraveling a supernatural mystery in their town.

Feb 2 • 14:47 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Celebs decry ICE agents, Trump government as 'monsters' and the 'worst of the worst' in scathing critiques

Celebrities have recently criticized Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Trump administration's immigration tactics, labeling them as 'monsters' at events like the Golden Globe Awards.

Feb 2 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
World

Russia's View of Europe: The Continent of 'Servile Monsters'

The article discusses the hostile perception of Europe by Russian leadership, illustrating the radicalization of Vladimir Putin's rhetoric as a means to establish political barriers.

Jan 14 • 07:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
World

Trump suggests European allies leave Iran as soon as possible: 'It was a great country until these monsters came and took it over'

Donald Trump urged European allies to leave Iran quickly, criticizing the country's current leadership while reflecting on his military interventions during his presidency.

Jan 13 • 20:20 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The fifth season of 'Stranger Things' has been a disaster and its documentary confirms it: written with ChatGPT, with a last-minute ending and without its iconic monsters

The fifth season of 'Stranger Things' has faced criticism for being poorly executed, reportedly written with ChatGPT, featuring a hastily crafted ending, and lacking its signature monsters.

Jan 13 • 14:16 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

Shocking discovery: Popular viral toy is produced by minors in terrible working conditions

A labor rights NGO in China has uncovered evidence of worker exploitation in the toy supply chain, specifically involving the Labubus plush monsters.

Jan 13 • 11:14 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

JD Vance monsters dead woman with string of jaw-dropping comments and blames her for her own death

JD Vance criticized the victim of a shooting, Renee Good, making unfounded claims about her character and blaming her for her death following the incident with an ICE agent in Minneapolis.

Jan 8 • 19:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

Absolute Dominance: The Two 'Monsters' Used by the US to Capture Maduro

On January 3rd, Nicolás Maduro was captured in Venezuela following a rapid operation led by the United States that utilized electronic warfare and precision tactics.

Jan 8 • 13:14 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
Life & Tech

A fisherman caught a gigantic fish. 'Monsters exist'

Nick Calcara from Edwardsville, Illinois, caught a rare and enormous blue catfish during a recent fishing trip, emphasizing the presence of such 'monsters' in North American waters.

Jan 7 • 12:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Efsyn
Life & Tech

The Age of Monsters

The article discusses the rising phenomena and cultural impact of monsters in contemporary society.

Jan 3 • 16:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

The man about whom they filmed attacked Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman: 'They are monsters'

Kate Hudson and Hugh Jackman are facing criticism from individuals connected to the true story behind their film 'Song Sung Blue', despite enjoying success during awards season.

Jan 3 • 15:37 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Culture in Ebersberg: Of Monsters, Hippies and Tenderness

Ebersberg's cultural scene is set to launch in 2026 with a vibrant mix of cabaret, music, children's theater, and popular classics, starting with The Sweet Simones performing Lindy Hop.

Jan 2 • 12:28 UTC

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