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🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Is there a lake under 2.2 km thick ice in Antarctica that is eight times the size of Yeouido?

South Korean researchers have successfully confirmed the detailed structure of a subglacial lake in Antarctica, revealing its significant size and potential for unique ecological study.

Feb 27 • 02:10 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections: When Election Posters Are Too Big or Incorrectly Placed

The article discusses the rules and controversies surrounding the placement of campaign posters in local elections in Germany, highlighting issues like size, positioning, and legal disputes.

Feb 26 • 14:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
World

They are mother and daughter and scientists: they discovered the largest coral colony in the world the size of a football field

A mother-daughter scientist duo has discovered the world's largest coral colony in the Great Barrier Reef, which spans approximately 111 meters, equivalent to the size of a football field.

Feb 26 • 12:57 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Fifty or twenty-five meters? A referendum in April will decide on the new pool in Prostějov

A referendum scheduled for April in Prostějov will determine the size of a new swimming pool, with options of fifty or twenty-five meters.

Feb 26 • 12:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Skincare fans race for full-size Medik8 freebie with rare 20% sale that ends in days

Medik8 has launched a limited-time storewide sale offering 20% off and a free full-size product for purchases over £150.

Feb 26 • 12:21 UTC
🇮🇳 ABP Ananda
Life & Tech

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Display size increased, what new camera features, and what is the company's price?

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 6.9-inch QHD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X display with enhanced privacy technology and the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset for superior performance.

Feb 26 • 11:46 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

I was so big I had to be towed off a mountain - so I lost 5st in 6 months

Natalie Colbourne-Park from the UK lost five stone following a skiing accident that led her to be towed off a mountain due to her size.

Feb 26 • 10:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Life & Tech

Podcast: Janni Hussi talks about changes in her breasts – Sointu Borg gives a firm response

In a recent podcast episode, Janni Hussi discusses her fluctuating breast size and body image with entrepreneur Sointu Borg.

Feb 26 • 05:15 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

A dinosaur the size of a chicken and related to the T. rex disproves the hypothesis of shrinking

A newly discovered dinosaur, Alnashetri cerropoliciensis, supports a different evolutionary path by showing that not all theropods decreased in size over time.

Feb 25 • 16:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

A Mexican multinational reduces its size and closes a plant in Argentina

Ecopek, a subsidiary of the Mexican group Alpek Polyester, announced the closure of its recycling plant in Pacheco, Argentina, due to low demand and expectations for recovery without regulatory support.

Feb 25 • 14:56 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine to compete with record squad at 2026 Paralympic Winter Games

Ukraine has announced a record team size for the upcoming 2026 Paralympic Winter Games, with 35 athletes set to compete in various sports.

Feb 25 • 10:23 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

'Even without seeing, I chose to be seen': candidate from RJ with visual impairment competes in Miss Plus Size 2026

Ana Lubel, a visually impaired contestant from Rio de Janeiro, is participating in the Miss Plus Size Nacional Online 2026, viewing it as a platform for empowerment and resilience.

Feb 25 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This is Hjallis Harkimo's over 300-square-meter luxury home in Sipoo – Unique for one reason, says Hjallis

The article features Hjallis Harkimo's luxurious home in Sipoo, emphasizing its size, unique features, and personal anecdotes.

Feb 25 • 05:37 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Life & Tech

The Design Marvel: Revealing the Secret of the 'Zubaba' Brain Shrinkage in Winter

The article discusses the remarkable adaptation of the 'zubaba' animal, which drastically reduces its brain size by over 20% in winter to cope with the cold.

Feb 25 • 05:03 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Life & Tech

Classical: Seat 17C for the Cello

Transportation issues for musical instruments, especially cellos, persist in air travel due to size restrictions and regulations, leading to significant risks during handling.

Feb 24 • 14:08 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Strawberries Will Be the Size of a Fist: A Simple Kitchen Product Will Guarantee a Record Harvest

Using oats as a natural soil amendment can significantly enhance strawberry yields and health by providing essential nutrients.

Feb 24 • 13:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

How do scientists determine the shape of ancient dinosaurs just from bones?

Scientists use fossilized bones as a 'geometric map' to reconstruct the size, balance, and motion of ancient dinosaurs, rather than merely imagining their appearance.

Feb 24 • 08:59 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
World

"Will Decide the Fate of the Pacific": What We Know About the Chinese Submarine 09V

A new Chinese Type 09V attack submarine has been spotted in the Bohai Sea, showcasing significant advancements in technology and size compared to previous models.

Feb 24 • 06:00 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

What did CM Yogi say about the economy of UP?

CM Yogi stated that Uttar Pradesh's economy has seen remarkable growth in the past nine years, tripling in size due to significant economic reforms and initiatives.

Feb 24 • 01:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Ukraine retakes an area the size of Kirkkonummi

Ukraine has reclaimed approximately 400 square kilometers of land, according to military commander Oleksandr Syrskyi.

Feb 23 • 14:27 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Mining Impact in Morona Santiago is Almost the Size of 2,000 Football Fields

A new report reveals significant expansion of mining in Morona Santiago, Ecuador, over the past four years, threatening forests and livelihoods in the Amazon.

Feb 23 • 12:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Helsinki to discontinue preschool groups – children’s parents disappointed

The city of Helsinki has decided to discontinue preschool groups despite meeting the minimum size requirement, upsetting parents.

Feb 23 • 10:22 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Sports

The Relative Importance of Size in NBA Players

The article explores the role of height in basketball, highlighting seven NBA players who deviated significantly from the average height of their peers.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

Wiseman and the Legacy of Documentary

The article critiques the current state of documentary filmmaking, contrasting traditional styles with modern, sensationalist approaches that prioritize entertainment over substance.

Feb 23 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Kuzmins and Dubrovskis left the board of "Latvijas Valsts mežu"

Two board members, Kuzmins and Dubrovskis, have left the board of "Latvijas Valsts mežu," reducing the board's size in accordance with recent structural changes.

Feb 23 • 04:13 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Giant alligator crossing road in Tocantins impresses by size; video

A giant alligator was filmed crossing a rural road in Formoso do Araguaia, Tocantins, drawing attention for its impressive size.

Feb 22 • 23:49 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Body diversity returns to London fashion week as wider industry heads ultra-thin

London Fashion Week has seen a resurgence of body diversity on the runway, contrasting with the prevailing industry trend towards ultra-thin models.

Feb 22 • 19:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
World

Incredible stadium bigger than Wembley half-finished and abandoned after cash problems

A massive stadium in China, intended to surpass Wembley in size, has been left abandoned due to financial issues facing its overseeing club, Guangzhou FC.

Feb 22 • 19:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Greenland Frequently Makes Headlines, But What Do You Know About It? Take the Test

The article discusses Greenland's distinct characteristics, size, population, and wildlife, encouraging readers to test their knowledge about the region.

Feb 22 • 18:01 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Lake Mornos: How much have the rains helped, what do the experts say

The situation in Lake Mornos has improved following recent rains, though its size still remains below normal levels.

Feb 22 • 06:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

This new, latent threat can lurk in Finland's defense capability – direct words from the defense chief about the youth

Finnish defense policies are adapting to an aging reservist population, with plans to extend the reserve age to 65, aiming to leverage specialized skills rather than increase the size of the reserve force.

Feb 22 • 05:05 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Reform in Hesse Needed: A Botched Electoral Law

In Hesse, citizens are expressing their astonishment over the sheer size of ballots for local elections, highlighting the failures of the state's electoral law due to excessive reforms over the past decades.

Feb 21 • 15:44 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Scientists have reconstructed the appearance of the 'dinosaur killer'. Compared to its living relatives, it was a giant

Researchers have created a detailed model of Deinosuchus schwimmeri, a prehistoric predator akin to modern alligators, revealing its significant size of up to ten meters.

Feb 21 • 09:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'I love my R-cup boobs but they're so big I can't find clothes that fit me'

Summer Robert, a 28-year-old woman from the UK, expresses her love for her large breasts but struggles to find clothing that accommodates her size.

Feb 21 • 06:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Before computers, there was this woman: She measured the Universe without touching a telescope

Henrietta Swan Leavitt made groundbreaking contributions to astronomy by calculating the size of the Universe without direct telescopic observations.

Feb 21 • 05:42 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
World

Remains of a New Giant Dinosaur Found in the Sahara

Researchers have identified a new species of dinosaur, Spinosaurus Mirabilis, from remnants discovered in the Sahara, which is comparable in size to Tyrannosaurus Rex.

Feb 20 • 21:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

American visits UK Costco for first time and is left baffled by 1 thing

An American man visiting Costco in the UK expressed surprise at the size of some items for sale, particularly bulk items like teabags.

Feb 20 • 16:48 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Deep snow the size of five football fields - opinions of residents differ on the amount of snow cleared in Riga and the municipality's work

Residents in Riga express mixed opinions on the municipality's snow clearing efforts during an unusually snowy winter.

Feb 20 • 13:04 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

ISW: Russia may introduce forced drafting into reserve due to losses on the front

A report from ISW suggests that Russia is preparing to renew limited military conscription to maintain its army size amid significant losses in Ukraine.

Feb 20 • 12:44 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

For those over 60: the key to aging well is strength, not muscle size

Experts explain that focusing on functional strength rather than muscle size is crucial for long-term health, especially for those over 60.

Feb 20 • 12:10 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Sports

The size of the crotch matters. Ski jumpers are playing for every millimeter

The article discusses the crucial importance of precision in ski jumping, where even the smallest differences can impact performance.

Feb 20 • 10:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Swedish startup shrinks electric boat motor tenfold

Swedish startup Zparq has developed a revolutionary electric boat motor that reduces size while enhancing performance, aiming for emission-free movement in maritime transport.

Feb 20 • 05:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Increase in Flat Size in the Top 7 Cities of the Country, Smallest Houses in Mumbai

The average size of apartments in India's top seven cities has increased by 17% over the past two years, with Mumbai having the smallest homes.

Feb 20 • 05:02 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Finnish Research May Explain Why Women Have Large Breasts

A new study from the University of Oulu suggests that the size of women's breasts might be related to thermoregulation for newborns, rather than solely for purposes of sexual selection or as fat storage.

Feb 19 • 20:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Rapidly Increasing Breast Size Led to Serious Illness, Don't Ignore These Symptoms

The article discusses a case where a woman experienced abnormal breast growth starting at age seven, which led to health issues, highlighting the importance of awareness about unusual bodily changes.

Feb 19 • 14:30 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Houses the size of Tokyo appear very rarely in one of the most expensive areas of Vilnius: and what surprises the most is not its price

A large two-story house on a 20-acre plot in a prime Vilnius neighborhood emphasizes atmosphere and privacy over size.

Feb 19 • 07:57 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Savings up to 200,000 euros. Gas will also be cheaper

The Italian government is enacting a decree aimed at reducing energy costs for businesses, with potential savings reaching up to 200,000 euros depending on company size.

Feb 19 • 06:54 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The coconut crab is the heaviest known terrestrial arthropod, weighing up to 4 kilograms

The coconut crab is notable for its size, unique adaptations, and role in island ecosystems, being able to weigh up to 4.1 kilograms.

Feb 18 • 20:45 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

A New Explanation for Large Breasts - 'The Most Interesting Observations Made in Finland'

A new study from the University of Oulu suggests that the size of human breasts may be linked to infant survivability rather than purely evolutionary attraction factors.

Feb 18 • 19:57 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

PHOTOS: giant crater 'increases' and worries residents of São José dos Campos, SP

A giant crater in São José dos Campos, Brazil, has grown in size, causing concern among local residents.

Feb 18 • 17:40 UTC

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