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🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Primark shoppers 'love' £10 shoes that are 'just like' £150 designer pair

Primark has launched a range of mule clogs priced at £10, which shoppers are praising for their similarity to a £150 designer pair from Birkenstock.

Mar 22 • 12:43 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

Does Your Shoe Expose You with Every Step? Simple Tricks to Silence Its Squeak Forever

This article offers practical solutions for eliminating the annoying squeak of shoes, a common problem that affects many people.

Mar 22 • 11:57 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

'I walk barefoot everywhere and so do my kids but people say it's dirty'

A mother and her children embrace a barefoot lifestyle, rejecting shoes as unnecessary and advocating for the natural benefits of going barefoot.

Mar 21 • 11:11 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Internauts laugh at M. Rubio's shoes: D. Trump's gift turned out to be too big

M. Rubio's recent gift of shoes from D. Trump sparked social media laughter due to their oversized appearance.

Mar 21 • 10:47 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

35-year-old woman refuses to wear shoes and walks barefoot even in stores

Brittany Balinski, a 35-year-old mother from North Warwickshire, has adopted a shoe-free lifestyle, asserting that footwear is unnatural and harmful.

Mar 21 • 05:32 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

$130,000 in used cell phones, clothing, and shoes were seized in popular commerce centers by the SRI

The SRI in Ecuador has seized $130,000 worth of used cell phones, clothing, and shoes in efforts to combat illegal trading and tax evasion.

Mar 20 • 21:40 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Big shoes and sharp mind

The article reflects on the early political career of Umberto Bossi, highlighting his unique character and the impact he had on local politics in Northern Italy during the early 1990s.

Mar 20 • 11:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The Adidas running shoes with the best ratings on Amazon and top sales cost less than 37 euros

The article highlights the best-rated and top-selling Adidas running shoes on Amazon, which are priced under 37 euros.

Mar 20 • 05:45 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Why is cooking with sandals considered inauspicious?

According to Vastu Shastra, it is considered inauspicious to enter the kitchen wearing shoes or sandals as it is believed to increase negative energy.

Mar 20 • 03:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Trump's Shoes': How Much Does the Original Model Cost in the US and How to Find Similar Ones (but with the Right Size) in Brazil

The article discusses the humorous situation regarding Donald Trump's oversized Oxford shoes gifted to his cabinet members and offers alternative purchasing options in Brazil.

Mar 19 • 15:25 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Jeans and shoes, the right combinations for every model: perfect looks for spring

The article discusses how to pair shoes with various styles of jeans for perfect spring looks.

Mar 19 • 14:13 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Jeans and shoes, the right combinations for every model: the perfect looks for spring

The article discusses versatile jeans and provides fashion advice on shoe combinations suitable for various types of jeans during spring.

Mar 19 • 14:13 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Prada, the "commandos" break into the Dolo factory: shoes worth thousands of euros stolen

A group of at least six individuals broke into a Prada factory in Dolo, Italy, stealing between 300 and 400 pairs of shoes valued at thousands of euros.

Mar 19 • 10:21 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Mass theft at Prada factory in Venice: 400 shoes stolen worth hundreds of thousands of euros

A heist at a Prada footwear factory in Dolo, near Venice, led to the theft of 400 branded shoes valued at hundreds of thousands of euros.

Mar 19 • 10:13 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

A teenager climbs barefoot a route that had 35 years of failed attempts

Seventeen-year-old Erwan Legrand from France successfully climbs a route deemed nearly impossible by many climbers over the past 35 years, doing so without shoes.

Mar 19 • 09:29 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Susanne Ljung: How Marco Rubio Went from Quarreling with Trump to Too Big Shoes

The article explores Marco Rubio's political transformation symbolized by his shift from wearing high heels to receiving oversized shoes from Trump.

Mar 19 • 06:08 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Donald Trump Gives Wrong Size Shoes to Allies, They Wear Them Anyway and Become Memes

Donald Trump has been gifting his allies and government officials with Oxford shoes that, in some cases, are the wrong size, leading to humorous memes about their oversized fit.

Mar 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

King Henry VIII portrait 'proves time travel is real' as people notice unusual shoes

A Twitter user humorously suggested that King Henry VIII's footwear in a portrait resembles modern shoes, sparking a viral debate about time travel.

Mar 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Princess Catherine surprises by taking off her shoes at an official event

During an official cultural event, Princess Catherine surprised attendees by removing her shoes and participating barefoot, highlighting local customs.

Mar 18 • 22:01 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
Sports

Johan Esk: Super-Bosse leaves Djurgården with his shoes on

This article discusses the departure of Bosse Andersson as sporting director of Djurgården football, highlighting his unconventional styles and contributions to the club.

Mar 18 • 15:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Michelle Keegan is 'obsessed' with spring's most divisive but comfy trainer style

Actress Michelle Keegan expresses her love for a new spring shoe trend that combines elements of ballet flats and sporty trainers, particularly the Adidas Samba.

Mar 18 • 12:40 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

This is the Amazon sneaker cleaner that is a hit for making shoes look like new

A popular sneaker cleaner on Amazon is gaining attention for its ease of use and effective results, highlighted by over 2,000 positive reviews.

Mar 18 • 10:20 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

My Wife's Feet Were My Greatest Teacher

A shoemaker reflects on how observing his wife's feet has influenced his craft and understanding of footwear.

Mar 18 • 10:05 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
Crime & Justice

Trikala Prisons: The soles of shoes concealed drugs

A prisoner attempted to smuggle various narcotics hidden in the soles of sports shoes into the Trikala prison, but was intercepted by prison staff.

Mar 17 • 15:45 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

A beginner's account from a mountain stage: 'Even Team Easy On rides with cycling shoes'

The article recounts the challenging experience of a beginner cyclist tackling a steep mountain route in the French Alps.

Mar 17 • 11:01 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
Sports

A Beginner's Tale from a Mountain Stage: 'Even Team Easy On Rides with Cycling Shoes'

The article shares the experience of a beginner cyclist, Sara Krog, as she faces the challenges of cycling in the French Alps, detailing physical exertion and fear during downhill rides.

Mar 17 • 11:01 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

I would not want to be in Ebrard's shoes

The article discusses the complex challenges faced by Mexico's Economy Secretary, Marcelo Ebrard, as he leads negotiations in the formal review of the T-MEC trade agreement.

Mar 17 • 09:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Trump has a new favorite – now sharing surprising gifts with his close circle

Donald Trump has taken to giving surprising gifts of Florsheim Shoes to his close associates, showcasing a newfound appreciation for the American brand.

Mar 16 • 20:26 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Textiles and Shoes Now in SENT. Many Uncertainties Regarding This System

The SENT system in Poland has been expanded to include textiles and footwear due to alarming levels of grey market activity.

Mar 16 • 18:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Shoes, baths, or art: the SMEs that 'break the mold' with online sales

Spanish SMEs are leveraging their online presence on major e-commerce platforms, exporting goods at higher prices in the Eurozone, which enhances their margins and revenues.

Mar 15 • 23:24 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

It's not the cell phone or the shoe: the travel item with the most bacteria at airports is the passport

A new study reveals that passports, rather than cell phones or shoes, harbor the most bacteria at airports, raising concerns about hygiene among airport staff.

Mar 15 • 22:32 UTC
🇮🇸 RUV Frettir
National & Local

Laufey enchanted everyone out of their shoes

The article discusses a recent performance by Icelandic artist Laufey that captivated audiences.

Mar 15 • 12:41 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Travel Expert: Try to Avoid These Shoes on the Plane

Travel experts advise carefully considering footwear for air travel, as certain shoes can impact comfort and security during the flight.

Mar 14 • 18:00 UTC
🇳🇿 RNZ World
Life & Tech

Can we design sports shoes that don’t squeak? Here’s what the science says

An international team of researchers is exploring the physics behind the squeaking of sports shoes and whether it can be eliminated without sacrificing grip.

Mar 14 • 17:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Trump confirmed the amusing newspaper reports: "I have fun with it"

U.S. President Donald Trump acknowledged purchasing similar shoes from his favorite brand for several members of his cabinet, as reported by CNN and AFP.

Mar 14 • 14:05 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

Trump's Shoemaker in Shoes That Are Too Big

Donald Trump pressures male members of his administration to wear a specific shoe brand, causing concerns about fitting in, as illustrated by his comments to Marco Rubio and J.D. Vance.

Mar 14 • 08:32 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Hikes without GPS and burnt shoes. Three thousand students complete summer expeditions of DofE annually

The Duke of Edinburgh International Award program in Slovakia engages around 6,000 young people annually, with about half completing its challenges including a critical nature expedition.

Mar 13 • 18:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Thousands of steps on hospital floors – employees now receive shoe subsidies

Swedish hospital employees will receive subsidies for work shoes due to the physical strain of standing and walking on hard floors.

Mar 13 • 16:32 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Style Criticism: Big Shoes: Trump's Gift Leaves Rubio in a Dilemma

An article discusses the implications of Marco Rubio wearing oversized 'Trump shoes' and the symbolic meaning behind it.

Mar 13 • 15:53 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How much the 'big shoes' that Donald Trump bought for Marco Rubio and all members of his cabinet cost

In the wake of a December 2025 meeting, Donald Trump gifted formal shoes from Florsheim to several key members of his administration, sparking discussions about the shoes' cost and the brand's reputation.

Mar 13 • 14:59 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Trump has taken to gifting Florsheim shoes to his male colleagues. It seems Marco Rubio’s are too large

Donald Trump has made a habit of gifting Florsheim shoes to male colleagues in the White House, turning them into a status symbol.

Mar 13 • 11:00 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Jolanta Naruševičiūtė, who lost 30 kilograms: it was hard even to tie my shoes

Jolanta Naruševičiūtė discusses her significant weight loss journey and the challenges she faced.

Mar 13 • 09:27 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Wrong Shoe Theory: A Simple Trick That Instantly Makes Your Outfits Stylish

The article discusses the 'Wrong Shoe Theory,' a fashion tip gaining popularity on TikTok, which suggests that mismatched shoes can elevate your overall outfit style.

Mar 13 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Shoes

The article discusses an incident where former President Trump criticized the shoes of his vice president and secretary of state during a meeting, highlighting his quirky new hobby of gifting shoes to his loyal supporters.

Mar 13 • 05:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Take a look at these shoes. They tell something about Trump's leadership style.

Donald Trump has become 'obsessed' with dress shoes from the Florsheim brand, giving them to his advisors while guessing their shoe sizes, which creates pressure for them to wear shoes that may not fit properly.

Mar 12 • 21:22 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Rubio Struggles to Fill Trump's Shoes – Literally

Marco Rubio and others are finding it difficult to literally fill the shoes given to them by Donald Trump, as he has started gifting his favorite shoes to his staff.

Mar 12 • 17:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Singer-actor Miley Cyrus Steps Back into Hannah Montana's Shoes – Special Episode in Honor of 20th Anniversary

Miley Cyrus is returning to her role as Hannah Montana for a special episode celebrating the show's 20th anniversary, set to premiere on March 24 on Disney+.

Mar 12 • 15:36 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Trump's passion for a pair of shoes, he gives them to everyone in his circle: here’s why

Donald Trump has a particular fondness for Florsheim Cap Toe Oxford shoes, which he gifts to his close associates due to their American heritage and appealing price.

Mar 12 • 15:20 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Trump Gave Identical Shoes to Close Allies, but Rubio's Shoe Size Was Wrong

President Donald Trump recently gifted identical shoes to some members of his government, but it turned out that not all pairs fit properly.

Mar 12 • 11:37 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
Life & Tech

Super Shoes Have Also Conquered Recreational Running: We Explain Who Should Buy Them, How to Save Money, and When to Use Them

New running shoes with advanced technology are becoming increasingly popular among both elite and recreational runners since their introduction in 2020.

Mar 12 • 10:16 UTC

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