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🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Rats, promiscuity, health issues... A former prisoner from Vendée receives 3000 euros in compensation out of the 60,000 claimed

A former prisoner from Vendée was awarded 3000 euros in compensation for inhumane prison conditions, although he initially sought 60,000 euros.

Feb 26 • 14:35 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Video: Rat appears in HUT room and frightens patients and staff

A rat was spotted in a room at the Hospital de Urgência de Teresina, alarming both staff and patients.

Feb 25 • 15:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Even Lapland has not been spared from rats – Rats have returned to yards in Kemi

Kemi, Finland, has reported a resurgence of rats in residential areas due to ineffective waste collection over the holiday season.

Feb 25 • 14:27 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Rat Sightings in Helsinki Are Increasing Rapidly – Expert Warns of a Common Mistake

Rat sightings in the Helsinki metropolitan area have surged this winter, with reports up by approximately 25% compared to milder winters, according to pest control expert Petri Metsälä.

Feb 25 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Brits with bird feeders in the garden urged to move them away from their homes

Homeowners in the UK are being advised to relocate bird feeders away from their properties to avoid attracting unwelcome visitors like rats.

Feb 24 • 13:53 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The archipelago where introduced rats attacked millions of seabirds

Rats introduced on Midway Atoll have attacked seabird chicks, leading to a crisis threatening millions of birds and prompting a total eradication operation.

Feb 24 • 00:31 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

You won't pass by them calmly: albino rats ready to move to loving homes

Albino rats are seeking loving homes where they can receive care, companionship, and proper living conditions.

Feb 23 • 05:19 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Woman exclaims 'rats rule this city' as she's horrified by rodent infestation

A woman from New York City expressed her shock over an alarming rodent infestation after discovering numerous rat footprints in the snow during a walk with her dog.

Feb 22 • 09:13 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

The cold disrupted the rats in Tampere - now they are everywhere

An increase in rat sightings in Tampere, Finland, is attributed to a harsh winter, leading them to seek food and shelter indoors.

Feb 21 • 18:47 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

Urgently calling thousands of rat hunters for this place in Hawaii

Hawaii faces an urgent conservation crisis due to invasive rat populations that threaten native bird species.

Feb 21 • 17:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

New York discovers the rat-killing effect of extreme cold

New York's extreme winter may lead to a significant reduction in the city's rat population due to harsh conditions inhibiting their reproduction.

Feb 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

The United States uses 2,000 rats to kill an invasive snake that destroys birds and causes damage

The U.S. is employing 2,000 rats as bait to control the brown tree snake in Guam, a controversial method to combat the invasive predator responsible for decimating native bird populations.

Feb 20 • 22:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The cold has brought the rodents out – the store sold more rat poison than in years

This winter has seen a notable increase in rat sightings in Finland, attributed to the harsh cold pushing the rodents closer to human habitats.

Feb 20 • 14:59 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
Sports

Canadian Message About Finland Before the Semifinal: - They Are Rats

A Canadian hockey expert emphasizes the challenge posed by Finland in the upcoming semifinal, highlighting their aggressive playing style.

Feb 20 • 12:50 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Tough talk from Canada about the Lions players: 'Rats'

Canadian hockey analyst Jamie 'Noodles' McLennan made colorful remarks about Finland's hockey style ahead of the semifinal match between Finland and Canada.

Feb 20 • 08:22 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Harsh words from Canada about the Lions: "Rats"

The Finnish men's ice hockey team faces Canada in the Olympic semifinals after a dramatic quarterfinal victory.

Feb 20 • 07:45 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Obesity medication against alcoholism? New study offers hope

A new study suggests that obesity medications like Mounjaro may effectively reduce alcohol consumption and relapse behaviors in rats and mice.

Feb 19 • 17:58 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Gene Hackman's home infested with rats carrying deadly virus

Gene Hackman and his wife Betsy Arakawa were found dead in their Santa Fe home, which had a serious hantavirus infestation.

Feb 19 • 09:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Everyone Against Prestianni: The Legends Who Believed Vinícius and Destroyed the Argentine: 'Racist Rats'

The racist scandal reported by Vinícius Júnior during the Benfica-Real Madrid match has sparked strong reactions in the football world, particularly regarding Gianluca Prestianni.

Feb 18 • 18:01 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Kraków fights against 'flying rats'. Corn with contraception will help

Kraków is launching a pilot program using contraceptive-infused corn to control the pigeon population in the city.

Feb 18 • 11:49 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Rail Baltica's Agony: The Rats Are Starting to Leave the Sinking Ship

The construction of Rail Baltica has significantly deviated from the promises made in 2017, leading to increased costs and questioning the project's viability.

Feb 18 • 11:28 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Smell of dead rat over Esplanaden in Huskvarna

Residents of Huskvarna report a strong odor of dead rats as a rat control operation continues.

Feb 18 • 10:10 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

For many, they are 'rats with wings'. But she takes sick pigeons home. Join us inside one of Oslo's many bird hospitals.

Two volunteers in Oslo rehabilitate sick and injured city birds, emphasizing the importance of caring for these often-misunderstood animals.

Feb 14 • 21:05 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Andrew banned from owning popular pet at new home - but he might face rats

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor has moved to Sandringham estate but is facing potential rodent issues in his new residence.

Feb 14 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Stop rats entering your home by placing 1 spice in garden in February

A simple kitchen spice can help deter rats from entering homes in the UK during winter, particularly in February.

Feb 13 • 12:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Good news for New York, due to the winter cold wave: fewer rats

The cold wave in New York is resulting in a decrease in the rat population, with expectations that this trend will continue until spring.

Feb 12 • 19:27 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Journalist Sarah Santaolalla accuses ‘El hormiguero’ of exercising "violence from a studio" due to her appearance: "They weren't ants, they were rats"

Sarah Santaolalla criticizes the show 'El hormiguero' for mocking her physical appearance during a debate.

Feb 11 • 13:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Rats getting into gardens die to common bird feeder mistake - but there's easy fix

Improperly managed bird feeders can attract rats and other unwanted wildlife, but a simple fix can help mitigate this issue.

Feb 11 • 02:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Birmingham rubbish nightmare as piles of rotting bin bags dumped and rats swarm

Residents in Birmingham are outraged as piles of rubbish, including rotting bin bags and furniture, accumulate in Henry Barber Park, leading to rat infestations and safety concerns.

Feb 10 • 13:33 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Rats are a “ticking time bomb” against the ecosystems of the coasts of Peru

Rats are threatening marine ecosystems in Peru, prompting experts and environmental organizations to implement eradication projects to protect endangered species.

Feb 10 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Dirt in the candy storage – cat took care of the rats

A candy wholesaler in Malmö was banned from selling food due to unsanitary conditions and expired goods, with a cat reportedly placed to deter rodents.

Feb 9 • 21:38 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Rats drove children away from the daycare

Children at a daycare in Akaa, Finland were temporarily relocated due to the discovery of rats in the facility.

Feb 9 • 19:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Rats invaded the daycare – Kids evacuated

Rats forced the evacuation of children from a daycare center in Akaa, Finland, due to a rodent infestation.

Feb 9 • 18:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Strange Sounds Raised Concerns, Then Heating Stopped - Opening the Hood Revealed What Rats Had Done to the Car

A man from Jixi discovered an alarming infestation of hazelnuts in his car after hearing strange noises and experiencing heating issues.

Feb 8 • 10:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Expert’s natural ‘last resort’ method to stop rats entering your garden

Experts recommend temporarily removing bird feeders to reduce the risk of attracting rats to gardens.

Feb 8 • 04:59 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
World

"The rats are leaving the sinking ship," says Trump's Minister - Iran demands "respect" from the USA

Ahead of today's nuclear talks in Oman, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent aggressively criticizes the Iranian leadership, stating that they are hastily transferring money abroad and acknowledging that their end might be near, while Iran calls for "mutual respect."

Feb 6 • 06:39 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
Crime & Justice

Dismantling a gang of alleged 'Facebook Rats' in Iztapalapa; they were also selling drugs

Mexican authorities dismantled a criminal group in Iztapalapa, known for fraud and vehicle theft via social media, arresting four suspects and discovering drug sales.

Feb 6 • 02:02 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

They walk in broad daylight! Reports of a rat plague on Paseo de la Reforma in CdMx | Video

Social media users reported a rat infestation on Paseo de la Reforma in Cuauhtémoc, leading to neighborhood complaints about the city's negligence ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Feb 5 • 21:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Fumes, rats and maggots: peer urges Environment Agency to clear illegal dump in Wigan

A peer has urged the Environment Agency to clear a 25,000-tonne illegal waste dump in Wigan, which poses a serious environmental hazard, especially as it is located next to a primary school.

Feb 5 • 09:13 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Life & Tech

Newsreader Liisbeth Rats: "Terevisioon" has been with me my whole life

Newsreader Liisbeth Rats shares her lifelong journey with the morning show 'Terevisioon', highlighting her enjoyment of the job and the support of her colleagues in handling the surprises of live broadcasting.

Feb 5 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

The 'magic' drug that is plaguing sports

James Dalton, a drug discovery scientist with over 100 patents, recalls his groundbreaking research on the effects of a certain drug on rats.

Feb 4 • 20:26 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

One million rats caught — here's how to get rid of them

The country is facing significant rat problems, with approximately one million rats captured last year, a decrease attributed to improved detection methods using digital strategies and sewer inspections.

Feb 3 • 18:50 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
Crime & Justice

The animals that perform tasks that neither humans nor robots can

Cynthia Fast from the NGO Apopo highlights how trained African giant rats can search areas the size of a tennis court in just 20 minutes, vastly outperforming humans with metal detectors who would take up to four days.

Feb 3 • 15:48 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Six household mistakes that attract rats, mice and termites to your home

A moving expert outlines six common household errors that can unknowingly invite pests like rodents and insects despite maintaining cleanliness.

Feb 3 • 12:33 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

The animals that perform tasks that neither humans nor robots can

Trained rats can detect landmines much faster than conventional methods, completing searches in 20 minutes compared to humans taking up to four days.

Feb 3 • 05:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Large rats are digging into the barn: "Never experienced anything like this"

Henrik Svensson, a farmer from Labbarps gård near Bankeryd, is struggling with a severe rat infestation that has caused extensive damage to his property, including chewing through floors, walls, and ceilings.

Feb 2 • 17:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Right now, it would be easy to get rid of rats: just take care of the placement of garbage bins

A severe winter is challenging for rat populations, with expert Tuomas Aivelo suggesting that winter is the best time to manage these populations by preventing access to human food sources.

Feb 2 • 15:15 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
National & Local

Was General Zhang Youxia one of the ‘big rats’ eating China’s military budget?

The PLA Daily criticizes corrupt practices within the military, linking them to weakened combat readiness and suggesting that General Zhang Youxia may be among those responsible.

Feb 1 • 10:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
National & Local

Volovčice Residents Bitter About the State of Green Waste Bins: 'This Has Become a Nest'

Residents of Volovčice express frustration over the poor state of waste management and the increasing presence of rats around overstuffed garbage containers in Zagreb.

Jan 16 • 14:04 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
National & Local

Homeless encampment at center of health alert over rat-borne disease

Health officials in Berkeley, California have issued a warning regarding leptospirosis, a bacterial infection confirmed in rats and dogs at a local homeless encampment.

Jan 15 • 17:59 UTC

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