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🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Do conspiracy theories stem from our fears?

The article explores the origins of conspiracy theories, suggesting they often arise from perceived threats and a deep mistrust among marginalized social groups towards elites.

Feb 28 • 06:08 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Sweden confirms drone that followed French aircraft carrier has Russian origins

Sweden has confirmed that a drone, which was spotted near the French aircraft carrier Charles de Gaulle, originated from Russia and was conducting unauthorized flights.

Feb 28 • 05:46 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The Search for Biological Mothers Turned into a Nightmare: "My Head Started Spinning, I Felt Dirty"

Teresa Weiler, adopted at a young age, reflects on her lifelong feelings of alienation and her quest to understand her biological origins, which became a painful experience.

Feb 27 • 18:22 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

Few know: what vitamins your anthuriums need in winter to avoid wilting

Anthuriums require additional vitamins in winter to thrive, particularly because their growth conditions reflect their tropical origins.

Feb 27 • 00:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

The Suffering of Jesus Like a Cat's Bath? PiS MP Calls for the Director of the Museum to Resign

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.

Feb 26 • 16:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The defense of Pujol corners the head of the investigation: "I don’t know if Artur Mas was present, the dates are confusing me"

In a tense court case, Jordi Pujol's defense challenges the lead investigator's claims about the origins of the family's hidden fortune in Andorra, revealing a lack of substantive evidence for allegations of corruption.

Feb 26 • 14:39 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

From Umm Kulthum's Voice to Sherihan's Show: The Journey of Fawazeer from Radio to Screen

The article explores the evolution of Ramadan Fawazeer, a beloved cultural tradition in the Arab world, from its origins in radio to its prominent place on television, highlighting its significance and impact on audiences over the decades.

Feb 26 • 09:44 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

The founder of "Rondo" A. Tautkus spoke about the twisted step of A. Ivanauskas-Faras: "He made a mistake"

A. Tautkus, founder of the band "Rondo," discusses the origins of the band and criticizes A. Ivanauskas-Faras for a significant mistake he made during their collaboration.

Feb 26 • 07:59 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Mysterious picturesque cottage called 'Ugly House' hides charming tearoom

The 'Ugly House', a mysterious cottage in Snowdonia, Wales, is now a charming tearoom that operates within the historical site shrouded in unknown origins.

Feb 26 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

A 40,000-Year-Old Discovery Could Be a Lost Chapter in the Origins of Human Communication

A recent study suggests that early European hunter-gatherers used a sophisticated system of signs to transmit information 40,000 years ago, predating writing as we know it.

Feb 26 • 01:45 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

How to pray the rosary

This article provides a guide on how to pray the rosary, its origins, structure, and significance in Catholic spirituality.

Feb 25 • 12:51 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

The Biggest Lie of Italian Cuisine? Pasta Carbonara May Not Even Be an Invention of the Italians

This article discusses the contested origins of pasta carbonara, suggesting it may not be an Italian invention as commonly believed.

Feb 25 • 09:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Military historian: 'Modern special forces trace their origins to post-war partisans'

Giedrius Petkevičius discusses the origins and reputation of Lithuania's special operations forces in an interview about his book.

Feb 25 • 08:09 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

NEW SCIENTIST ⟩ Humans are the only primates with a chin – now we finally know why

Researchers studied the skulls of 532 humans and monkeys to explain the origins of the chin.

Feb 25 • 05:49 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Fasting with Beer: The Drink Created by Monks during Lent and Three Spanish Brands to Discover It

The article explores the historical origins of Doppelbock beer, created by Bavarian monks during Lent, and its contemporary relevance in Spain.

Feb 25 • 04:25 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

The last card of the traitorous king

Ezio Mauro's historical series continues to explore the origins of the Republic established 80 years ago after the referendum of June 2, 1946.

Feb 25 • 00:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Scream 7' Celebrates 30 Years of One of the Most Profitable Horror Franchises in Cinema

The seventh installment of the 'Scream' series, celebrating its 30th anniversary, is set to return to cinemas in Brazil, aiming to reconnect with the origins of this iconic horror story.

Feb 24 • 19:35 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

"Traitor!" Thousands of Fake Accounts Attack Japanese Prime Minister and Their Japanese is Suspiciously Chinese

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaiči faces a malicious online campaign led by thousands of fake accounts accusing her of betrayal and military expansionism, with allegations regarding the language used in the attacks suggesting Chinese origins.

Feb 24 • 12:32 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Villarejo does not clarify in the trial the origin of the data on the Pujol accounts in Andorra: "Specifically, I have no idea"

In a trial concerning the alleged illicit origins of data on the Pujol family's finances in Andorra, José Manuel Villarejo failed to provide clarifications, claiming ignorance.

Feb 24 • 11:49 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Do you know what the Latvian traditional dance 'Hiavata' and the Indian chief have in common?

The article explores the Latvian traditional dance 'Hiavata', its origins, and its musical significance.

Feb 24 • 09:15 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Ukrainian Jazz from Its Origins to the Present Day: A Journey Through Decades of Musical Improvisation

The article explores the history and evolution of Ukrainian jazz from the 1920s to the present day, highlighting its resilience amidst ongoing conflict.

Feb 24 • 09:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Who was Saint Francis of Assisi, the Italian saint who preached a life of austere and humble gestures

The article discusses the life and legacy of Saint Francis of Assisi, focusing on his origins, his renunciation of wealth, and the historical exhibition of his remains in Italy.

Feb 23 • 18:35 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Mudhiriyya, the Buran, and the Lozenge: The Abbasid Origins of the Iraqi Table

The article explores the Abbasid influence on Iraqi cuisine, highlighting how cultural exchanges in Baghdad during the Abbasid era shaped the culinary landscape into a reflection of daily life, luxury, and innovation.

Feb 23 • 13:12 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Music: the first language of the soul

The article explores the origins of music, emphasizing its role as a fundamental form of human expression long before the advent of written language and organized civilizations.

Feb 23 • 13:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Who is behind 'Archive Today'?: Wikipedia removes suspicious links

Wikipedia has removed links to 'Archive Today', a service potentially linked to questionable practices, amidst concerns about its origins and continued operation.

Feb 23 • 05:21 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
Life & Tech

The Faces of the Medals: From Origins to Uniforms, Thirty Shades of Blue

The article discusses the history and significance of medals, focusing particularly on their design and use in uniforms.

Feb 22 • 23:01 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

TOMB DETECTIVE ⟩ What is buried by the roadside in Lilaste? A soldier, a rock musician, and no one

An unusual grave has been discovered by the roadside in Lilaste, Latvia, prompting an investigation into its origins.

Feb 22 • 22:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Meaning of Names: Name Days from February 23 to March 1

This article discusses the meanings and origins of various Lithuanian names celebrated during the specified name days.

Feb 22 • 15:11 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

City Boy Movement refutes claims of being elitist or government-backed

The City Boy Movement in Nigeria has refuted allegations of being elitist and government-supported, asserting its grassroots origins and diverse membership.

Feb 22 • 11:39 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

In Trump's crosshairs, Greenland holds clues about the genesis of the Earth

Greenland, increasingly coveted by the Trump administration, offers a rich geological history crucial for understanding Earth's origins.

Feb 22 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Crime & Justice

Internal Documents Identify Saxo Bank's Dangerous Clients

Internal documents reveal that Saxo Bank allowed a specific type of clients to handle billions of kroner without knowing their identities or the origins of their funds, leading to a significant money laundering fine.

Feb 22 • 08:57 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Copycat King... China should be the last country to laugh at imitation

The article discusses China's embrace of a copycat strategy as a business model and its transformation into an innovation hub, despite its origins in piracy and imitation.

Feb 22 • 05:50 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Discovery of organic compound in a distant star cloud reinforces hypothesis of life's seeds spreading in the universe

Scientists have discovered the organic compound methenamine in a distant star-forming nebula, suggesting early chemical precursors to life might emerge in star systems.

Feb 22 • 03:43 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Life & Tech

Daring claim: This is how Wikipedia's links reveal the origins of different cultures

The article discusses how Wikipedia link patterns may indicate the cultural foundations of various languages and regions, highlighting significant differences and similarities in link trajectories.

Feb 21 • 18:02 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
Life & Tech

The history of lagana and a surprise recipe

The article explores the historical significance of lagana, an ancient Greek flatbread, highlighting its origins and cultural relevance in ancient Athens, particularly through the works of playwright Aristophanes.

Feb 21 • 10:19 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Who are called ‘captains of industry’ and where did the term come from?

The article discusses the origins of the term 'captains of industry,' linking it to Thorstein Veblen's critiques of conspicuous consumption and the socio-economic context of late 19th-century America.

Feb 21 • 10:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Where Does Syphilis Really Come From? Ancient DNA Challenges the European Version of History

New research on ancient DNA suggests that syphilis may have existed in the Americas long before being brought to Europe by Columbus, challenging previous narratives about the disease's origins.

Feb 21 • 09:16 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Growers warn 'watered down' lavender oil widespread in surging imports

Australian lavender growers are concerned that imported lavender oil, often watered down, is affecting their market and urging consumers to be aware of product origins.

Feb 20 • 23:55 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

'All the children helped': How El Molino, a 98-year-old bakery, began the story of Bimbo

El Molino is a historic 98-year-old bakery in Mexico City, linked to the Bimbo brand's origins and success.

Feb 20 • 23:28 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
World

FT Uncovers Network of Shell Firms Exporting $90 Billion in Sanctioned Russian Oil

A Financial Times investigation reveals a network of nearly 50 shell companies exporting over $90 billion worth of sanctioned Russian oil while concealing their origins.

Feb 20 • 16:39 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Sheikh Dedu explains the danger of envy and ways to treat the diseases of the heart

Sheikh Mohammed Al-Hassan Ould Dedu warns about the dangers of envy and discusses its origins, consequences, and remedies in a Ramadan program on Al Jazeera.

Feb 20 • 14:32 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
Crime & Justice

Postnord Employee Found Human Skull in Package

A Postnord employee discovered what appears to be a human skull in a package and alerted the police, who are now investigating its origins and implications.

Feb 20 • 12:16 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Chalet in rural Spain confirmed as work of architect Antoni Gaudí

Spanish authorities have confirmed that the renowned modernist architect Antoni Gaudí designed a building in a remote forest area of Catalonia, ending speculations about its origins.

Feb 19 • 17:39 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Key Points in the Epstein Case: From Secrecy to Real Scandal

The article outlines the key aspects of the Jeffrey Epstein case, highlighting its origins, legal controversies, and the resurgence of public interest leading to his arrest.

Feb 19 • 16:25 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Dude, what a shame! Valenta on how the iconic golden jump was born

The article discusses the origins of the iconic golden jump as recounted by Valenta, although the actual content could not be accessed due to technical issues.

Feb 19 • 12:20 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Chloé Zhao, director of 'Hamnet', opens up before the Oscars: her origins in cinema and how she shapes characters

Chinese filmmaker Chloé Zhao discusses her upcoming Oscar nominations for 'Hamnet' and shares insights into her journey in the film industry.

Feb 19 • 05:02 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Bad Bunny to star in historical drama about the origins of Puerto Rico

Singer Bad Bunny will make his film debut as the lead in the historical drama 'Puerto Rico', directed by Rene Perez Joglar, also known as Residente.

Feb 18 • 20:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PHOTOS AND VIDEO ⟩ This is how Kumu's 20th anniversary was celebrated!

Kumu celebrated its 20th anniversary with a special event attended by museum staff and friends, reflecting on its origins.

Feb 18 • 13:22 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Zuzanna Dąbrowska: Without the Past and Without Ideas, or the Split in Poland 2050

The article discusses the evolution and fragmentation of political parties in Poland leading up to 2050, focusing on the historical origins and ideological shifts of major parties such as PO and PiS.

Feb 18 • 12:20 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Sports

It has been here for centuries, and scientists still do not understand it. The discussed sport is a bit of magic

Curling, a lesser global sport, draws attention and controversy at the Winter Olympics, with mysteries surrounding its origins and rules.

Feb 18 • 10:36 UTC

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