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🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

TARVO MADSEN: Right now, there is a Russian puppet among us. When will someone dare to say that it's not okay?

The article discusses the perception of Hungary's actions within the EU and the need for Estonia to openly criticize Hungary's non-compliance with shared European values.

Feb 25 • 12:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Odysseas Stamoulis: "The secret to success is love, which is everywhere..."

The interactive comedy play 'Fiakas' continues at the 'Apo Michanis' Theatre, featuring Odysseas Stamoulis in the lead role, amidst live music and traditional puppet performance.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Political Persecution: Babiš Ignores Justice, Voters Again on Čapák. Červený is a Puppet

The article discusses the ongoing political controversies in Czech politics regarding Andrej Babiš's legal troubles and recent political appointments, highlighting concerns over public trust in the judiciary.

Feb 23 • 16:32 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Lula's Puppet Scares Carnival!

A satirical take on the Carnival in Brazil, addressing various cultural aspects including a controversial puppet of President Lula.

Feb 20 • 18:20 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Latvian Puppet Theatre Invites Students to Anticipate Spring During School Break

The Latvian Puppet Theatre invites students and parents to enjoy the magic of theatre during the spring break with a variety of performances.

Feb 20 • 08:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The End of a Human Life in Less Than an Hour: The Play 'Loneliness' at the Latvian Puppet Theatre

The Latvian Puppet Theatre's play 'Loneliness' explores the theme of solitude, particularly in older age, and emphasizes the importance of small gestures of connection.

Feb 19 • 15:18 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

‘He used me like a puppet!’ Jeffrey Epstein's victim breaks her silence only decades later

Marina Lacerda, known as 'Minor Victim 1', finally spoke out about her abuse by Jeffrey Epstein at the age of 37, revealing the long-lasting impact of her experiences as a child.

Feb 17 • 17:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

'How much will you broker...', Baloch activists taunt former Pakistani PM in Norway

In Oslo, Norway, former Pakistani Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar faced harsh criticism from Baloch activists who labeled him a murderer and a puppet of generals during his visit.

Feb 17 • 12:17 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Comic about the Holocaust goes to puppet theater. Some scenes are hard to digest, say the actors

A puppet theater in Košice is set to present a dramatic adaptation of a comic based on real war events that depicts the Holocaust.

Feb 17 • 10:23 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

How to Invent Your Life to be Interesting? The Latvian Puppet Theatre Stages the Play 'Lote from the Village of Inventors'

The Latvian Puppet Theatre is staging a play that explores the adventures of a little girl named Lote, who believes each day can be an adventure in the innovative world of the Village of Inventors.

Feb 17 • 08:51 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Lote from the Inventors' Village

The Latvian Puppet Theatre is set to premiere a family-friendly production titled 'Lote from the Inventors' Village' aimed at children aged four and older.

Feb 17 • 07:58 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
World

'You have come here walking over dead bodies...', Baloch activist confronted former PAK PM Kakar in Oslo

In Oslo, former Pakistani caretaker Prime Minister Anwar-ul-Haq Kakar faced sharp protests from a Baloch activist who accused him of being a puppet of the Pakistani army and walking over the bodies of Baloch civilians.

Feb 17 • 02:45 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Carnival puppets of Olinda captivate residents and tourists

In Pernambuco, a massive dragon puppet woke up Olinda as part of the Eu Acho É Pouquinho block aimed at inspiring love for frevo in children during the Carnival festivities.

Feb 16 • 23:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Viktor Orbán: The Brussels machine takes over Hungary. We will clean up after the elections

Viktor Orbán warns of threats to Hungary from the EU and critiques the opposition party Tisza as a puppet of Brussels as his Fidesz party faces upcoming parliamentary elections.

Feb 14 • 19:41 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Esa Pakarinen Junior has died

Esa Pakarinen Jr., a Finnish actor and performing artist, has passed away at the age of 78 due to illness.

Feb 13 • 14:11 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

The album 'Cranberries and Blueberries' from the Latvian Puppet Theatre will be available on music streaming platforms

The Latvian Puppet Theatre has released a music album titled 'Cranberries and Blueberries' to commemorate its 80th anniversary, available on various streaming platforms ahead of Valentine's Day.

Feb 13 • 14:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

You Young-ha: Am I Making Park Geun-hye a Puppet? I Will Punish Them to the End

You Young-ha, a member of the National Assembly and candidate for the Daegu mayoral election, threatens legal action against claims that he controls former President Park Geun-hye.

Feb 13 • 01:50 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Milano, shocking aggression against Gabibbo: here’s what happened

The Gabibbo, a beloved puppet from the Italian television program 'Striscia la notizia', was physically attacked for the first time in the show's history while documenting civil disobedience in Milan.

Feb 12 • 16:22 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Life & Tech

Will the boy become moleskin brave and overcome his stage fright?

Ulf Nilsson's children's book features a boy facing the challenge of performing on stage, but the puppet theater adaptation in Stockholm lacks liveliness according to the reviewer Pia Huss.

Feb 11 • 12:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The authors of 'Puppet Government' have come to light! Screenwriter: we made a calculation error with the first episode

The screenwriter of the series 'Puppet Government' discussed audience reactions and behind-the-scenes ideas during a radio interview.

Feb 10 • 09:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Cheburashka: Why a Puppet Drives Russian Politicians up the Wall

A new film featuring the animated character Cheburashka is a box office hit in Russia, much to the dismay of regime loyalists who find it too pacifist.

Feb 10 • 05:56 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

The author of 'Puppet Government' revealed to be Mario Pulver admits that some parts had to be redone

Mario Pulver, one of the writers for the Estonian political satire show 'Puppet Government', acknowledged that several draft segments were rejected before completion.

Feb 9 • 12:02 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Critical Voice from the USA: Viktor Orbán Called 'Putin's Puppet'

Viktor Orbán criticized Ukraine's actions against Hungary during a recent electoral meeting, asserting that Ukraine poses a threat to Hungarian interests.

Feb 9 • 10:45 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Coconut Banana Magic Perfect for the Little Ones

A delightful puppet show based on a popular Norwegian book series is recommended for young children, balancing magic and mild thrills.

Feb 8 • 18:43 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

The Malá inventura Festival will offer theatrical commentaries on society, as well as rollerblading, puppet rap, rave parties, and performative walks

The Malá inventura Festival in Czechia features a diverse program of performances including puppet theatre, dance, stand-up, and even performances that address current social and political issues.

Feb 8 • 05:00 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Miss Piggy, from puppet to Hollywood celebrity

Miss Piggy is returning to the spotlight with a new special and an upcoming film produced by Jennifer Lawrence, Emma Stone, and Cole Escola.

Feb 7 • 08:55 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Life & Tech

The Nutcracker comes to the stage, but not as a ballet, rather as a puppet show

Heino Seljamaa and his younger colleagues will present 'The Nutcracker' as a puppet show at the Tartu Toy Museum on February 7.

Feb 6 • 14:45 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Reading the Signals of a Fed Led by Kevin Warsh

If confirmed as chairman of the Federal Reserve, Kevin Warsh may be categorized as either an inflation hawk or a puppet of Donald Trump, with his earlier statements suggesting the former and recent comments implying the latter.

Feb 4 • 21:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Streaming: Does the World Need a New 'Muppet Show'?

The legendary 'Muppet Show' makes a comeback on Disney Plus with a special event, and Kermit teases the possibility of further continuations based on its success.

Feb 4 • 12:42 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Kleber Mendonça Filho and Wagner Moura become giant puppets in Olinda

Kleber Mendonça Filho will be honored with a giant puppet at the Olinda carnival alongside actor Wagner Moura amid an international campaign for an Oscar statuette for 'The Secret Agent.'

Feb 3 • 18:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Heaven. A Year in Hell with Tomasz Kot. The Puppet Theater of a Religious Madman

The article discusses Bogdan Kacmajor, the creator of the "Heaven" church, his troubled upbringing, artistic ambitions, and belief in healing powers.

Jan 7 • 08:56 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Sports

After the expected departure of Liam Rosenior, is Strasbourg the puppet of Chelsea?

The article questions the credibility of Racing Strasbourg's project following Liam Rosenior's anticipated move to Chelsea, as both clubs share the same owner.

Jan 5 • 14:06 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Smetanova Litomyšl or Puppet Chrudim. Pardubice Region presented cultural events for 2026

The Pardubice Region has unveiled its cultural events planned for the year 2026, including the Smetanova Litomyšl festival and Puppet Chrudim.

Jan 1 • 06:17 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
Life & Tech

Grandma looks good in English, Spejbl in Lithuanian. How do puppeteers Mudráková and Trecha teach the characters to speak?

Puppeteers Mudráková and Trecha explore how linguistic diversity enriches puppet characters, focusing on English and Lithuanian.

Dec 31 • 00:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
World

Medvedev to Zelensky: Happy Last Year, You F***ing Puppet

Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia's Security Council, issued a series of insults aimed at Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky on Telegram, expressing a desire that is clearly not pleasant.

Dec 30 • 11:34 UTC

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