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🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

Rescue operation in Sortland after discovery of clothing

The police have initiated a rescue operation in Sortland, Norway, following the discovery of clothing by passersby.

Mar 15 • 13:18 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Linz: Attack on Passersby: One Dead and One Seriously Injured After Knife Attack in Austria

A knife attack in Linz, Austria has left one person dead and another seriously injured, with the suspect apprehended by police shortly after the incident.

Mar 15 • 00:25 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Passersby who maintained boats noticed an emergency situation on the ice - a massive rescue operation

A person fell through ice in Salo but was rescued thanks to the brave efforts of bystanders.

Mar 14 • 14:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The president of Iran posts a video on Instagram walking through Tehran greeting passersby

Iranian President Masud Pezeshkian showcases his public engagement during Al Quds Day celebrations amid ongoing tensions with Israel and the USA.

Mar 13 • 13:53 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Passersby rescued man from car underwater

A man was rescued from a submerged car in Indre Østfold by passersby after he was trapped with water up to his waist.

Mar 13 • 09:05 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Police operation in Gräfelfing: suspected burglar arrested

Police in Gräfelfing arrested a suspected burglar on Saturday evening after two passersby alerted them to suspicious activity at a residence.

Mar 2 • 11:49 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Injured, passersby, survivors. 'It felt like an earthquake'

A passenger recalls the terrifying experience of a tram derailment in Milan, where several people were injured and the incident shook the entire city.

Feb 28 • 11:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

A car displaying the Israeli flag shocks passersby and ignites controversy in Egypt

A man was arrested in Egypt after crashing his car, which displayed an Israeli flag, into several pedestrians and vehicles following a confrontation.

Feb 27 • 08:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Why Do Robots Have Big Eyes? There's an Important Reason

As autonomous delivery robots increasingly infiltrate urban spaces, their design features, such as big eyes and gentle shapes, evoke empathy from passersby, particularly during challenging situations like floods in Los Angeles.

Feb 25 • 08:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Baby with umbilical cord found alive in a trash can in Guariba, SP

A newborn baby was discovered alive in a plastic bag in a trash can in Guariba, São Paulo, and is currently safe after being rescued by passersby.

Feb 24 • 22:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Surprising sight at the metro station: A northern goshawk was tearing apart its prey in the foyer

A northern goshawk was spotted eating its prey in a metro station in Helsinki, attracting the attention of passersby.

Feb 23 • 17:09 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Tilted trees worry passersby on 9 de Octubre Avenue, in downtown Guayaquil

Recent heavy rains in Guayaquil have led to concerns about tilted trees along 9 de Octubre Avenue as several have fallen, posing a danger to pedestrians and traffic.

Feb 22 • 13:10 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Watch.. A communal iftar for thousands of students, expatriates, and passersby at Al-Azhar Al-Sharif

A communal iftar event at Al-Azhar in Cairo brought together thousands of students and expatriates during Ramadan.

Feb 22 • 09:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Trailer with 74 cattle overturns on BR-365 and 39 animals are stolen

A trailer transporting 74 cattle overturned on BR-365, leading to the theft of 39 animals by passersby.

Feb 21 • 23:34 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Area Flooded Due to Pipeline Burst in Etah

A major pipeline burst in the Sunhari Nagar Park area of Etah led to rapid flooding, creating panic among visitors and passersby.

Feb 20 • 07:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Dunelm's 'chic' £25 spring garden item makes front of any house 'look beautiful'

Dunelm offers an artificial flower basket that enhances the exterior appearance of homes, drawing admiration from passersby.

Feb 17 • 14:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Room B1 in Utting: Show Window of Art

The exhibit 'Room B1' in Utting, featuring the work of Munich artist Martin Dessecker, offers unexpected artistic moments to passersby during the dark winter months.

Feb 17 • 09:52 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Catholic 'Ash Cross to Go': 'Some will certainly think we are a cult'

On Ash Wednesday, a Catholic initiative in Munich introduces 'Ash Cross to Go' for passersby at a busy location.

Feb 17 • 07:14 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

In the Erding district: Guinea pigs abandoned

Ten guinea pigs were discovered abandoned in a box by passersby in the Erding district, prompting a police investigation for the owner.

Feb 15 • 15:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Passersby talked about how many friends they have - The married couple Aino, 76, and Heikki, 80: 'Best friends, isn't it?'

A report on passersby's reflections about friendship in Helsinki features Aino and Heikki, a married couple, sharing their thoughts on deep connections.

Feb 14 • 09:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Urmo, 79, does something every winter that makes passersby smile

A 79-year-old man in Tuusula, Finland, creates whimsical snow sculptures in his yard each winter, attracting the admiration of passersby.

Feb 14 • 08:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Capybara is seen refreshing itself in the sea at Arpoador; VIDEO

A capybara was spotted taking a bath in the sea at Arpoador beach in Rio de Janeiro, amusing both passersby and city officials.

Feb 12 • 20:22 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Police shoot man with a knife in pedestrian zone

Police in Trier shot a man carrying a knife who was reportedly confronting passersby in a busy pedestrian area.

Feb 8 • 07:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

How often should you wash jeans? We asked passersby 👀

The article explores people's varying opinions on how often jeans should be washed, revealing a diverse range of washing habits among respondents.

Feb 7 • 12:26 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Random street beating. But the Tunisian terror of passersby remains free

A 44-year-old mother cycling in the San Lorenzo district of Rome was brutally attacked with a punch to the face by a hooded man, leaving her with severe injuries and requiring surgery.

Feb 6 • 09:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Someone decorates the riverbank with ice flowers in Joensuu – the creator has not been found despite inquiries

In Joensuu, decorative ice flowers have appeared on a bridge railing, captivating passersby, but the artist behind this creation remains unknown despite efforts to identify them.

Feb 6 • 08:17 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

VIDEO: parakeet is rescued from tree after getting stuck in kite line in Maringá

A parakeet was rescued by firefighters in Maringá, Paraná, after becoming entangled in a kite string in a tree, following reports from passersby.

Feb 6 • 08:03 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
Crime & Justice

Another death in the Velká Amerika quarry. Passersby found a body caught in the treetop

Police are investigating the death of a man found in the Velká Amerika quarry in Beroun, with his body reportedly discovered lodged in a tree by a passerby and retrieved by firefighters using a helicopter.

Feb 5 • 15:18 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Duck's Beak Frozen Again in Cold Boden: "Sad to See"

A local resident witnessed a mallard struggling with its beak frozen into the ice while trying to eat from seeds thrown by passersby.

Feb 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

VIDEO Incredible scene at Ban Jelačić Square: He was slicing prosciutto and sharing it with the crowd

During the celebration welcoming the Croatian handball team at Ban Jelačić Square, a young chef captivated everyone by slicing and sharing prosciutto with passersby.

Feb 3 • 11:34 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Crime & Justice

Brutal attack in the center of Zagreb: Bipa employee attacked at the intersection of Ilica and Frankopanska

A Bipa employee was violently attacked this morning at the intersection of Ilica and Frankopanska in Zagreb, alarming many passersby.

Feb 3 • 10:42 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Rogoredo, the investigation towards shelving. "The police did their duty"

The Milan Public Prosecutor's decision to register four special police officers as suspects for a minor offense, after they intervened to stop a Chinese man threatening passersby with a weapon in Rogoredo, has raised questions about the application of criminal law in this case.

Feb 3 • 04:00 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Max Klimenko: A content creator who turned a wooden staircase into a global platform

Max Klimenko, a global content creator, started his unique interview series by asking passersby about their professions on a wooden staircase, which has garnered him over 15 million followers.

Feb 2 • 18:50 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
Crime & Justice

Police Received Videos of the Attack from Passersby

The police reports a brutal assault in Garðabær with three suspects aged 16 and 17, after receiving video evidence from bystanders.

Feb 2 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Short Circuit on Panama Street Alarmed Shop Owners and Passersby

A short circuit on Panama Street in Guayaquil caused alarm among passersby and shop owners due to smoke emanating from utility boxes, leading to increased panic as people fled the area.

Jan 31 • 19:11 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Check out the cars that have passed through Split these days (all cheaper than 1000€)

Unusual cars have been driving through the streets of Split recently, attracting the attention of passersby as part of the 'Carbage Run: Winter Balkan Edition 2026' race, which features older and uniquely modified vehicles.

Jan 15 • 12:08 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Crime & Justice

Passersby find bleeding 17-year-old on the street - police arrest girl

In Castrop-Rauxel, North Rhine-Westphalia, a 17-year-old is found severely injured and later dies, leading to the arrest of a female peer claiming self-defense.

Jan 15 • 10:36 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
World

VIDEO Look at this vehicle spotted in Dalmatia, pedestrians amazed: 'Deadly weapon'

Residents and passersby in Stobreč were stunned by a peculiar sight of a black-and-white police sedan playing foreign music, which quickly gained popularity on social media.

Jan 14 • 13:39 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

We asked passersby for the most beautiful name: "It depends if I'm in a patriotic phase or not"

A survey among passersby revealed surprising preferences for beautiful names, with individuals highlighting names like Jan, Danijel, Eva, and Ira for their appealing sounds and personal significance.

Jan 14 • 10:06 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Dog Fashion: They Captured Zagreb's Fancy with Adorable Outfits

This Saturday in Zagreb, pet owners showcased their dogs dressed in cute jackets and sweaters, capturing the attention of passersby.

Jan 10 • 15:09 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Trial at the District Court: 'I did not intend to attack anyone'

A trial is underway regarding a man accused of threatening passersby with a knife and attacking police officers at a train station in Altenerding, an event that followed a high-profile incident involving accidental gunfire by police during a military exercise.

Jan 8 • 11:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

We asked people which is the worst Croatian dialect, take a look at the answers

A survey conducted among passersby reveals differing opinions on which Croatian dialect is considered the worst, highlighting strong sentiments towards Kajkavian and Čakavian dialects.

Jan 5 • 17:16 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Life & Tech

See what a different snowman looks like from the 'workshop' of Brother Josip Blažević

In the courtyard of the St. Anthony monastery in Vinkovci, guardian Brother Josip Blažević has crafted a unique snow sculpture of St. Anthony holding the child Jesus, inviting passersby to take photos before the snow melts.

Jan 4 • 21:30 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

The 'barrel' has returned to Syntagma: How the tradition was established

The revival of one of the most characteristic and nostalgic customs of old Athens was witnessed today by passersby in the center of the capital.

Dec 31 • 15:56 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Evia: Pickup truck overturned in the middle of the road after an accident, see photos

A pickup truck overturned on the road in Evia, and the driver was trapped inside and needed assistance from passersby to escape.

Dec 29 • 11:24 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
Crime & Justice

Ioannina: 54-year-old fell into the lake, passersby quickly called the police and saved her

A 54-year-old woman fell into a lake in Ioannina, but bystanders swiftly called the police, who rescued her and she was taken to the hospital.

Dec 28 • 10:02 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

SEH Strike: Actors Closed Theaters and Took to Bucharest Street

On Saturday night, actors in Bucharest left the stage to participate in a protest that kept theaters closed, engaging with passersby and explaining their reasons for the strike.

Dec 27 • 21:12 UTC

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