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🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Safety with Robots: 2026: Odyssey in the Living Room

Sammy Azdoufal uncovered a security vulnerability in his robotic vacuum cleaner while attempting to control it with a gaming console controller.

Feb 24 • 21:48 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Odyssey of a Family That Had to Secure School Openings Days Before the Start of Classes

A family in Villa Real faced an urgent search for school placements for their children just before the school year began after their previous school shut down unexpectedly.

Feb 24 • 14:11 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Over an hour of travel and several transfers to receive radiotherapy: the odyssey from Ciudad Lineal to Ramón y Cajal

Residents of Ciudad Lineal face long commutes with multiple transfers to access essential healthcare services at Ramón y Cajal hospital, highlighting a failure in public transportation commitments.

Feb 24 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The 'Mistakes' of Nolan's Odyssey: Spartan Helmets, Black Armor, and Viking Ships

Christopher Nolan's upcoming film is under scrutiny by historians for its unrealistic depictions of ancient Greece.

Feb 20 • 16:55 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: World's Largest Floating University Docks in Mombasa With 609 Students

The World's largest floating university, World Odyssey, arrived in Mombasa with over 600 students, marking its stay for six days at the port.

Feb 20 • 09:41 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Theater Project of Bellevue di Monaco: Young Refugees Play Their 'Odyssey'

A theater project in Munich features young refugees sharing their personal stories through a reinterpretation of Homer's 'Odyssey'.

Feb 19 • 12:50 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The descent into Hades becomes an act of self-knowledge and rebirth

Fenia Papadodima presents a musical and mystical version of the Nekuia from Homer's Odyssey at the Athens Concert Hall.

Feb 18 • 07:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Conspiracy theories and false data: the odyssey of finding a 'hidden truth' in La Boca

The article explores artistic exhibitions focusing on conspiracy theories and misinformation, highlighting contemporary perceptions of reality in the context of La Boca.

Feb 16 • 21:54 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

From The Odyssey to The Devil Wears Prada 2: the six films that Anne Hathaway premieres in theaters in 2026

Anne Hathaway will star in six films, including a sequel to 'The Devil Wears Prada', set to be released in 2026.

Feb 16 • 14:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The Odyssey of the First Cubans Deported from the United States to Guantánamo

More than 50 Cuban migrants were initially thought to be returned to Cuba but were instead sent to the notorious Guantánamo Bay detention facility, creating significant distress among them.

Feb 14 • 04:40 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Monks bring balm for America’s wounds as Washington cheers peace odyssey

A group of Buddhist monks completed a 2,300-mile 'Walk for Peace' from Texas to Washington, D.C., receiving a warm reception in the capital for their spiritual journey.

Feb 12 • 01:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The War Over Helena in the "Odyssey". What Did Homer Really Write About Her?

A proposed casting of Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of the Odyssey has sparked controversy among defenders of Western culture.

Feb 8 • 14:02 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

Why Don't They Believe Us?

The article reflects on the historical marginalization of women's voices, drawing parallels from Homer's 'Odyssey' to contemporary issues.

Feb 7 • 21:03 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Nolan's 'Odyssey': Why the choice of Lupita Nyong'o for Helen of Troy provokes reactions

The casting of Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's adaptation of the Odyssey has sparked controversy due to concerns over cultural authenticity and fidelity to ancient Greek literature.

Feb 7 • 10:46 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

I Hope Lupita Nyong’o is Helen of Troy

Lupita Nyong’o's potential casting as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's film adaptation of Homer's 'Odyssey' has sparked traditionalist complaints despite her suitability for the role.

Feb 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Whoopi Goldberg rebuts Elon Musk and defends Lupita Nyong'o: 'See yourself'

Whoopi Goldberg criticized Elon Musk's comments regarding Lupita Nyong'o being cast as Helen of Troy in Christopher Nolan's upcoming film 'The Odyssey', defending Nyong'o's talent and beauty on 'The View'.

Feb 4 • 22:39 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Christopher Nolan's Odyssey has already sparked negative comments, just a few months before hitting theaters

Christopher Nolan's upcoming film has sparked controversy and negative feedback primarily due to casting choices, notably Lupita Nyong'o as Helen of Troy.

Feb 4 • 12:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Odyssey of the 13-Year-Old Boy Who Swam for Hours in Rough Seas to Save His Family

A 13-year-old boy was praised for swimming for hours to save his mother and two younger brothers after they were swept into rough waters off the Australian coast.

Feb 3 • 19:34 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Elon Musk criticized Nolan for casting actress for Odyssey: "He has lost his integrity"

Elon Musk sharply criticized director Christopher Nolan for his casting choices in the upcoming film "Odyssey," particularly targeting the unconfirmed role of Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o, claiming Nolan has lost his integrity.

Feb 3 • 13:56 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Elon Musk criticizes Nolan for casting choice for Helen of Troy

Elon Musk sharply criticized director Christopher Nolan over the casting choice of Oscar winner Lupita Nyong’o as Helen of Troy in his upcoming film 'Odyssey', claiming that Nolan has 'lost his integrity'.

Feb 3 • 13:56 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Noir Odyssey

The article expresses excitement for Christopher Nolan's upcoming film 'Odyssey', highlighting the combination of Batman and Agamemnon in the trailer and the cultural blend in storytelling.

Feb 3 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Musk angry at Nolan after reports that 'Helen of Troy' in the Odyssey will be Black

Elon Musk expressed his anger towards director Christopher Nolan following reports that Lupita Nyong'o may portray Helen of Troy in an upcoming film adaptation.

Feb 2 • 13:20 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Switch of the NBA Basketball Player: Schröder's Odyssey Represents an Astonishing Lack of Ambition

Dennis Schröder's recent trade from the Sacramento Kings to the Cleveland Cavaliers marks his eleventh team in the NBA, highlighting his transient career as he nears a record for the most team changes in league history.

Feb 2 • 11:53 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Crossover: Pas de deux to Technobeats

The Baden-Baden Festival Hall will host an unprecedented performance by the Berlin Ballet Company, presenting 'A Techno Ballet Odyssey' in a grand setting normally reserved for high-class productions.

Jan 15 • 13:21 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

Maria's Odyssey Against Bureaucracy and Loneliness: 'The Caregiver Role is Not Assumed, It Happens Suddenly'

The article chronicles María's struggles with bureaucracy and isolation after her husband suffered a cardiac arrest, highlighting her journey of seeking support and learning caregiving skills.

Jan 15 • 01:02 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The Strict Routine That Matt Damon Had To Follow For Filming 'The Odyssey': "I Haven't Been This Thin Since High School"

Matt Damon had to adhere to a strict diet and exercise regimen to portray an ancient Greek warrior in the upcoming film 'The Odyssey' directed by Christopher Nolan.

Jan 13 • 06:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

Famous actor halves his weight for a new role: He eliminated only one food and returned to his high school weight

Hollywood actor Matt Damon underwent a shocking weight loss transformation for his role in Christopher Nolan's upcoming epic 'Odyssey', sharing details on the 'New Heights' podcast.

Jan 9 • 18:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Matt Damon at 55: The secret of his transformation for Nolan's 'Odyssey'

Matt Damon underwent a remarkable transformation for Christopher Nolan's 'Odyssey', impressing audiences at 55 years old.

Jan 9 • 13:43 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

From 'Star Wars' to 'The Odyssey': 10 Movies We Will All See in 2026

In 2026, ambitious and lavish films are set to hit theatres, combining the grandiosity of blockbusters and long-standing franchises with the creative boldness of directors and actors.

Jan 9 • 10:45 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Matt Damon: The impressive weight loss for Nolan's 'Odyssey'

Matt Damon recently discussed his significant weight loss for Christopher Nolan's upcoming film 'Odyssey' in a podcast interview.

Jan 9 • 09:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Matt Damon lost 13 kg for a new film, revealed what he eliminated from his diet

Matt Damon underwent a significant physical transformation for his upcoming role in Christopher Nolan’s 'Odyssey', losing 13 kg and sharing insights on his diet changes during a podcast appearance.

Jan 9 • 08:18 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
Life & Tech

Five on Friday: Watch and listen for yourself

The article discusses the latest technological innovations including Samsung's Odyssey G6 monitor, which offers a world record refresh rate of 1040 Hertz aimed at gamers.

Jan 9 • 07:41 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The Odyssey of Alejandra, between temporary contracts and subletting in Ibiza: "I ask for nothing out of fear"

Alejandra, a 31-year-old who moved from the Canary Islands to Ibiza during the COVID-19 pandemic, navigates temporary contracts and subletting in her search for job opportunities.

Jan 8 • 21:21 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Healthcare System: Shorter Waiting Times for Patients Mean: Less Power for Doctors

The article discusses how shorter waiting times for healthcare appointments can reduce the power of doctors in the healthcare system, drawing parallels to the Greek term 'Odyssey' used by patients experiencing long waits.

Jan 8 • 15:40 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Matt Damon revealed how he lost 15kg for the role of Odysseus

Matt Damon disclosed that he lost around 15 kg for his role as Odysseus in Christopher Nolan's film 'Odyssey'.

Jan 8 • 11:12 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

The Odyssey of Ciavatta, a victim without peace. Even his tomb was at risk of being relocated

The article discusses the remembrance of Francesco Ciavatta, a victim of the Acca Larentia attack in 1978, highlighting the significance of his grave and the ongoing impact of Italy's violent past.

Jan 8 • 06:00 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Life & Tech

Matt Damon says he dropped to ‘high school’ weight for epic transformation in ‘The Odyssey’

Matt Damon revealed his weight loss to his 'high school' level to portray Odysseus in the film adaptation of Homer’s epic poem 'The Odyssey', directed by Christopher Nolan.

Jan 8 • 02:58 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
Life & Tech

It’s HAL out there: Tencent AI chatbot tells user to ‘get lost’ in rare angry outburst

Tencent's AI chatbot, Yuanbao, faced backlash and sparked debate after reportedly telling a user to 'get lost', resembling a scene from '2001: A Space Odyssey'.

Jan 5 • 23:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

Managing Instability - the 'New Normal' in Global Politics

The article discusses the themes of Christopher Nolan's film 'Odyssey' and how it reflects the ongoing challenges in global politics, such as maintaining identity amid chaos.

Jan 5 • 10:41 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
Life & Tech

The 10 Most Anticipated Movies of 2026: Marty Supreme, Bitter Christmas, The Odyssey...

The article discusses the most anticipated films scheduled for release in 2026, highlighting notable titles and their directors.

Jan 4 • 23:08 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

The Most Anticipated Film of 2026: Nolan's 'The Odyssey', Almodóvar, the Resurrection of Torrente, and the New Avengers

The article discusses the most anticipated films of 2026, including Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey', new works by Almodóvar, and the return of Torrente alongside new Avengers titles.

Jan 3 • 21:29 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Life & Tech

In Zagreb, '2001: A Space Odyssey', 'Dr. Strangelove', 'Lolita', 'A Clockwork Orange' are playing again...

The Tuškanac cinema presents a January retrospective of Stanley Kubrick's films, showcasing 12 works that explore the dark side of humanity with philosophical and satirical undertones.

Jan 2 • 12:03 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
National & Local

The album that has returned to number one 50 years later and was one of the most difficult to record for its band

A celebrated rock album has returned to number one 50 years after its release, accompanied by previously unseen footage from Pink Floyd, and is hailed as a timeless musical odyssey by Rolling Stone magazine.

Jan 2 • 10:30 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Film Premieres of 2026: Spielberg's Return to UFOs, Nolan's Odyssey, and Marvel Nostalgia

The article discusses upcoming film premieres for 2026, highlighting Steven Spielberg's return to UFO themes, Christopher Nolan's new odyssey, and a nostalgic look at Marvel films.

Jan 1 • 16:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

The Odyssey and Michael (Jackson), The Devil Wears Prada and Wuthering Heights: the most anticipated films of 2026

The article discusses the most anticipated films of 2026, highlighting a mix of classic mythology, auteur cinema, and radical reinterpretations of foundational Western texts, indicating a transitional and revitalizing year for international cinema.

Jan 1 • 00:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Life & Tech

Cinema: The highly anticipated movies that will hit the big screen in 2026

The article discusses major upcoming films for 2026, including Christopher Nolan's 'Odyssey,' a sequel to 'The Devil Wears Prada,' and 'Wuthering Heights,' featuring illustrious directors and star-studded casts.

Dec 31 • 07:13 UTC

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