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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The Taboo is Broken: Over a Hundred Women Told Yle About Their Childbirth Injuries After Reporting

Over a hundred women in Finland have come forward to share their experiences of childbirth injuries after Yle's report on the handling of such conditions.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
World

Shock as AI reaches for nukes and refuses to surrender in global war games

A new study reveals that AI systems are more likely than humans to advocate for nuclear weapon use in conflict scenarios, undermining the long-standing nuclear taboo.

Feb 26 โ€ข 11:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The taboo about the sexuality of autistic youth opens room for health risks and abuse

The taboo surrounding the sexuality of adolescents with autism spectrum disorder poses risks to their health and wellbeing.

Feb 26 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The Terrible Parents: Real Stories About Broken Bonds

The article explores the growing representation of strained parent-child relationships in non-fiction literature, emphasizing how these relationships are becoming less of a taboo subject in society.

Feb 21 โ€ข 09:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Ukraine War Becomes Taboo โ€“ Four-Year Ongoing Attack Divides Finland's Russian-Speaking Community

In Finland, the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine has led to complicated social dynamics among the Russian-speaking community, where individuals like Maria avoid discussing the war for fear of alienating potential friends.

Feb 21 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

They confront the big pee taboo in a funny performance

A new theatrical production in Copenhagen humorously tackles societal taboos surrounding urination.

Feb 19 โ€ข 11:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
Life & Tech

Camila Appel's Work Transforms the Taboo of Death into an Act of Care

Camila Appel explores the cultural taboo surrounding death in her book "Enquanto Vocรช Estรก Aqui," addressing themes of aging, loss, and the inevitability of mortality through personal and social lenses.

Feb 18 โ€ข 17:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

28-year-old sex worker fulfilled a family man's fantasy โ€“ see pictures from the session: 'I am an object'

A 28-year-old sex worker, known as Miss Evilia, allowed a media outlet to document a session with a client, during which she discussed the boundaries of her work and some taboo desires her clients express.

Feb 18 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

This is the kind of children who are hated โ€“ A massive survey reveals a taboo

A recent large-scale survey by Iltalehti reveals significant societal disdain towards poorly behaved children in Finland, as discussed by child psychiatrists.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

After the suicide of his friends and at just 17, he broke the taboo and created a refuge for those who suffer

Lautaro Espinoza, at 19, shares his journey from suicidal thoughts to creating a refuge for mental health support after experiencing the loss of friends to suicide.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Seznam Zprรกvy
National & Local

A Big Leap in Healthcare Data. Comparing Care is No Longer Taboo

The article discusses the growing acceptance and importance of comparing healthcare services in Czechia.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Justifying 'taboo by deception': Lawyers and documents refute Israel's narrative about area 'C'

Israeli claims of authority over area 'C' are challenged by lawyers and documents that reveal the temporary nature of the agreements governing these territories.

Feb 18 โ€ข 10:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Europe Breaks a Taboo on Nuclear Weapons. Can It Replace the USA?

The article discusses Europeโ€™s evolving stance on nuclear deterrence and its relationship with the USA.

Feb 17 โ€ข 10:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

Legalizing Theft: Israel's 'Taboo' for Confiscating West Bank Lands Ignites Social Media

Israel's decision to settle and register lands in the occupied West Bank as 'state property' has triggered widespread outrage on social media, with many calling it a license for theft.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

"He canceled the meeting because I don't drink!" : Alcohol, the new taboo in romantic encounters

The article discusses how attitudes toward alcohol are increasingly becoming a filter in dating apps and real-life encounters, reflecting societal changes.

Feb 14 โ€ข 17:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Costa: "Common debt is no longer a taboo, if necessary we will use it"

European leaders are now open to the idea of common debt as a solution for enhancing EU competitiveness, according to European Council President Antonio Costa.

Feb 14 โ€ข 04:47 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Joaquรญn Reyes, Ernesto Sevilla and Carlos Areces, comedians: 'When we started there were taboo subjects that no longer exist'

Spanish comedians Joaquรญn Reyes, Ernesto Sevilla, and Carlos Areces reflect on the changes in humor since they began their careers, discussing taboo subjects and their return to television with a new series.

Feb 14 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

For years it was a taboo, now Europe has completely turned around. NATO chief speaks about talks with the Kremlin

The debate in Europe about the possibility of reopening communication with Russian President Vladimir Putin has intensified as the anniversary of the Ukraine invasion approaches, with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte expressing openness to dialogue to end the conflict.

Feb 14 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Inter and the big taboo that lasts for two years. But today's result won't make a difference

Inter Milan remains without a win against Italy's top teams for two years, with the focus shifting to upcoming crucial matches.

Feb 14 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ท๐Ÿ‡บ RT
World

Nuclear weapons no longer taboo for Germany โ€“ Russian envoy

The Russian ambassador to Germany expresses concern over the increasing acceptance among German politicians and military officials regarding the potential for Germany to obtain nuclear weapons amid substantial military spending.

Feb 13 โ€ข 23:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

Six Nations, Italy Rugby in Dublin to Challenge the Ireland Taboo

Italy's rugby team prepares to face Ireland in Dublin, aiming to break a longstanding losing streak against the team as a historic first for women's refereeing in men's Six Nations occurs.

Feb 13 โ€ข 15:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Politiken
National & Local

A New DR Series Addresses a Major Taboo

A new series from DR aims to confront the societal taboo surrounding grief and loss in Denmark.

Feb 13 โ€ข 10:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Psychotherapist: These Four Taboo Topics Are Inevitable in Life

A psychotherapist discusses the pressure of certain taboo topics that are inescapable in life, particularly in terms of personal fears and anxieties.

Feb 12 โ€ข 10:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

A sensitive topic arose at the Olympics: 'It is a taboo, especially for men'

NHL goalie Linus Ullmark discussed his mental health struggles openly at the Olympics, highlighting the support he received from fellow Swedish player Victor Hedman.

Feb 10 โ€ข 05:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Will the Constitutional Court allow it? Vojtฤ›ch's trick aims to break the taboo of Czech healthcare

The Czech Ministry of Health is developing a manual outlining basic healthcare entitlements for patients, while proposing that anything beyond this would be considered 'superior' care, which patients would have to pay for themselves.

Feb 9 โ€ข 11:21 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

The taboo of miscarriage: "Since it is a loss that cannot be seen, it is not valued"

The article discusses the taboo surrounding miscarriages, highlighting how they are often silenced and trivialized despite being a common occurrence.

Feb 9 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Foibe, decades of silence. For Italian communists, it had to remain a taboo

Ignazio La Russa, President of the Senate, discusses the historical significance of the foibe tragedies and the subsequent Italian exile in an interview with Il Giornale as the anniversary approaches.

Feb 9 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Meet in secret rooms and masturbate for hours

A new phenomenon where individuals gather in secret to engage in prolonged acts of masturbation is highlighted, raising discussions on social taboos and belonging.

Feb 7 โ€ข 17:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
National & Local

Trump and the Epstein Scandal: Taboo Breaks Don't Harm the US President

The Epstein scandal seemingly has no impact on Trump, as liberal values are disregarded in his political landscape.

Feb 7 โ€ข 15:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

A cork named Puigdemont

The leadership transition from Carles Puigdemont as the leader of Junts per Catalunya has become a taboo within the independentist party and its surrounding environment.

Feb 7 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Index.hr
Life & Tech

What do you dream about in bed? Scientists claim it says a lot about you

A new study explores what sexual fantasies reveal about personality traits, revealing surprising connections.

Feb 5 โ€ข 17:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Postoj
Life & Tech

The End of the Gender Revolution / Trans Was an Artificially Fostered Trend That Ended, Says Influential Swiss Newspaper

The article discusses the recent shift in discourse surrounding the rise of transgender identities, highlighting a break from the previously taboo subject and inviting a more open conversation about the phenomenon.

Feb 2 โ€ข 10:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

How Men Lost Their Fear of Anal Sex: 'Liking to Be Penetrated Makes Some Women Look at You Differently'

The rise of 'pegging', anal penetration of men with the help of sex toys, breaks the last taboo for heterosexual men.

Jan 12 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
Sports

Chivu against Conte, the taboo of direct confrontations and the trials of escape

Tonight, Inter has the chance to extend their lead in the league but has struggled in direct confrontations, particularly against Napoli.

Jan 11 โ€ข 00:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ABC
Sports

Jesuli recalls the taboo of mental health in football: 'Before, if you talked about it, you could be thought not fit for the top league'

Former player Jesuli discusses the changing attitudes towards mental health issues in football and the pressure professional players face.

Jan 10 โ€ข 03:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
Life & Tech

Controversial Book: Rowohlt Falls for Fathers' Rights Activists

The Rowohlt Verlag aims to break a supposed taboo with a book on parental-child estrangement, facing backlash for misinformation and retreating in its stance.

Jan 8 โ€ข 06:17 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Senate Breaks the Taboo on Salt โ€“ CDU Attacks Red-Green Over Clearing Problems

Due to extreme winter conditions, Hamburg's Senate has permitted the use of road salt for the first time in decades, prompting criticism from the CDU towards the ruling Red-Green coalition for their failure to manage the situation.

Jan 6 โ€ข 16:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

The Hidden Risk to the State Budget

The transition to electric mobility is increasing costs for the state every year due to both subsidies and the decline in gasoline tax revenue, prompting experts to warn against contradictory market interventions despite the subject being considered taboo.

Jan 4 โ€ข 10:23 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

Taboo Break at Lufthansa - the New Pride in the Military

Lufthansa has shifted from its longstanding image as a solely civilian airline to actively engaging in military contracts for the Bundeswehr.

Jan 3 โ€ข 06:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท Efsyn
National & Local

Rooting Out the Silence

The article discusses efforts to address and combat systemic silence and taboo issues in society.

Jan 1 โ€ข 12:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
Life & Tech

The End of a Taboo: Italy Greenlights Alcohol-Free Wine

Italy has officially recognized alcohol-free wine, breaking a long-standing taboo that deemed such beverages not real wine, amid fears of diluting the country's wine culture.

Dec 30 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช taz
Life & Tech

Suicide Prevention in Japan: The End of Silence

In Akita, Japan, activists are breaking the social taboo surrounding suicide and initiating prevention efforts in a region previously known for high rates of suicide.

Dec 29 โ€ข 09:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Die Welt
National & Local

The Left Wants to Specifically Address Milieus with Islamist Tendencies

Max Lucks, a politician from the Greens, highlights a dangerous gap in the left's approach to Islamism and calls for an end to the taboo surrounding radical Islam.

Dec 29 โ€ข 06:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
Life & Tech

Iranian Women Challenge the Taboo of Riding Motorcycles (and Without a License)

Iranian women are breaking societal norms by riding motorcycles despite legal restrictions that prevent them from obtaining licenses for such vehicles, as highlighted by their participation in the first Women's Motocross Cup in Asia.

Dec 29 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

Milan, the taboo has been broken

The 8 minutes that dramatically changed Christopher Nkunku's present and the fate of the match against Verona highlight the need for faith, especially with new players in football, a sentiment echoed by Max Allegri and Luka Modric.

Dec 29 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

Inter, the Palladino taboo

The article discusses Palladino's past successes against Inter, highlighting his impressive record during his tenure as a coach.

Dec 28 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

Milan, the small taboo

AC Milan faces ongoing attacking issues and defensive inconsistencies as they prepare for a match against Verona at San Siro, amidst concerns about Leao's injury.

Dec 28 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Talking about Islam is a taboo

The article discusses how Islamophobia has become a Western fear used to silence careers and public discourse, exemplified by the case of Steven Greer, a Bristol lecturer accused of Islamophobia for addressing the Charlie Hebdo attack in his class on terrorism, who was cleared but had his course removed.

Dec 27 โ€ข 09:00 UTC

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