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National & Local

MIDDAY HOUR ⟩ Estonian opinion culture: first slap each other in the face and then we can be friends

Journalists discussed the development of Estonian opinion culture and the importance of civil discourse in a recent radio show.

Feb 28 • 12:28 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Election slap for Starmer. In a key constituency, a 'green' plumber defeats Labour.

Hannah Spencer of the Green Party won a crucial parliamentary by-election in Gorton and Denton, defeating Labour's incumbent position and increasing pressure on Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Feb 27 • 07:45 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

PASOK: A resounding slap to the Mikotakis state apparatus the decision on the wiretapping

PASOK's spokesperson reacted strongly after the Athens court convicted four individuals involved in illegal wiretapping, calling it a significant blow to Prime Minister Mitsotakis's government.

Feb 26 • 08:04 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

After the 'slap' from the court: How do Trump's new tariffs affect Arab economies and wallets?

The article discusses the impact of the U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Trump's tariffs and how it will affect Arab economies differently, with some benefiting from lower tariffs and others facing increased rates.

Feb 23 • 14:29 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Donald Trump uses loophole to slap world with maximum legal tariffs after humiliation

Donald Trump announced a temporary increase in global tariffs to the maximum legal rate following a Supreme Court ruling against his previous tariff regime.

Feb 21 • 16:30 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

The Supreme Court gives Trump a crippling slap. The King is caged

Donald Trump faced a significant setback as the Supreme Court ruled that he must adhere to U.S. laws regarding tariffs, contradicting his previous beliefs.

Feb 21 • 10:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

The Soldiers' Slap. Kiev's Anger Over Moscow's Rehabilitation at the Paralympics

Ukraine is refusing to participate in the opening ceremony at the Verona Arena, expressing anger over the presence of former military among Russian athletes at the Paralympics.

Feb 20 • 15:10 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Sports

European slap in Maksimir: Dinamo defeated by Genk

Dinamo Zagreb suffers a significant defeat at home against Belgium's Genk in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League play-offs.

Feb 19 • 19:56 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Italy's slap at Russian and Belarusian Paralympic staff - plans to stop visas

Italy is proposing to revoke visas for technical and medical staff accompanying Russian and Belarusian Paralympic athletes, causing concern for the well-being of athletes needing specialized support.

Feb 19 • 18:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Karol Nawrocki is to veto key laws. A slap in the face for Tusk's government

Karol Nawrocki plans to veto significant legislative changes, including those affecting the National Council of the Judiciary, raising concerns about judicial stability and agricultural regulations.

Feb 19 • 05:31 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Opposition Revolt: 'The anti-judiciary video is a slap in the face to the Quirinal'

Elly Schlein, the secretary of the Democratic Party, expresses disbelief over Giorgia Meloni's social media tirade against the judiciary, revealing tensions within the Italian political landscape.

Feb 19 • 00:00 UTC
🇮🇸 Visir
National & Local

The Supreme Court gives ÁTVR a slap on the wrist

The Supreme Court of Iceland has upheld the ruling against ÁTVR, rejecting the state's alcohol and tobacco retailer's appeal regarding the Shaker beverage.

Feb 18 • 16:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Another slap for the government from the judges: compensate the NGO of Carola Rackete's ship with 76,000 euros

The Palermo court has ordered the Italian government to compensate the NGO Sea Watch over 76,000 euros for damages related to the impounding of its ship in 2019.

Feb 18 • 15:23 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

A slap to the well-meaning left: 76% of Italians want expulsion

A recent survey reveals that a significant majority of Italians support the expulsion of immigrants convicted of crimes, reflecting a growing frustration with immigration policies and crime rates in Italy.

Feb 18 • 15:06 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Overseas owners shut down local production company behind The Slap

Matchbox Pictures, the Australian production company known for shows like The Slap, is closing due to a strategic shift from its overseas parent company, Universal International Studios.

Feb 17 • 06:30 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The films 'Sirāts' and 'I Swear' as an emotional slap in the face. Film news review

The article reviews the films 'Sirāts' and 'I Swear', highlighting 'Sirāts' as an acclaimed work that has received multiple nominations, including for the Oscars.

Feb 16 • 09:03 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Sports

After the win, the 'slap' of no handshake, India responded to PAK in this way

India defeated Pakistan by 61 runs in the T20 World Cup, and neither team participated in a handshake post-match, following a heated build-up to the game.

Feb 16 • 00:54 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

China's Unique Tradition: Why Do People Kick and Slap Statues?

In China, a controversial tradition involves people kicking and slapping the statues of figures associated with betrayal and shame.

Feb 15 • 06:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

One slap does not make you a bad mom, but you need to learn from it

The article discusses the implications of a common phrase regarding parenting and personal growth.

Feb 12 • 08:21 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

DB Long-Distance Transport: "For me personally, it's a slap in the face"

A new directive from DB Fernverkehr intended to enhance customer experience has instead sparked controversy and dissatisfaction among train staff.

Feb 11 • 12:44 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
World

One Year After the Slap from Vancea: What Europe Has Done to Reduce Dependency on American Defense and Technologies

Europe has been awakening to the need for greater military independence and assertiveness from American administration over the past year, following a critical speech by US Vice President J.D. Vance.

Feb 11 • 12:39 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Trump calls Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show ‘a slap in the face’ to U.S.

Donald Trump criticized Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show, deeming it an affront to American standards and calling it terrible.

Feb 9 • 15:29 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Superbowl, Trump: "Terrible show, a slap to America"

Donald Trump criticized the Super Bowl as a 'terrible show' and a 'slap to America' amid the country's upcoming 250th anniversary.

Feb 9 • 08:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Donald Trump outraged after Super Bowl performance. It's a 'slap in the face to America'

Donald Trump criticized Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime performance as one of the worst ever, calling it disrespectful to American values and standards.

Feb 9 • 07:30 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
Sports

"Slap in the Face" – First Setback for Ice Skating Prodigy

Ice skating superstar Ilia Malinin faced his first setback at the Winter Olympics in Italy, finishing second in the team competition short program.

Feb 7 • 21:57 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

Albanese says Isaac Herzog’s visit will bring unity – but to many Palestinian Australians it’s a ‘slap in the face’

Palestinian Australians express outrage over Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Australia, seeing it as a painful reminder of the ongoing conflict and policies affecting their people.

Feb 7 • 19:00 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Life & Tech

The slap is barbarism

The article discusses the prevalence of foolishness in the world and the inability to change such behavior, referencing an athlete's humorous comments.

Feb 6 • 09:18 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

'Do you want a slap in the face?': new audios reveal abuse of children in daycare in Socorro

Newly obtained audios reveal threats and insults directed at children by staff at a municipal daycare in Socorro, SP, leading to ongoing investigations by police and the local government.

Feb 5 • 23:19 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Crime & Justice

Puigdemont, on the immunity ruling: 'It's a very harsh slap in the face to the European Parliament'

Carles Puigdemont criticized the recent court ruling revoking his immunity, calling it a harsh blow to the European Parliament and a violation of rights.

Feb 5 • 18:25 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Cormier recalls the greatest insult of his career: I wanted to slap McGregor

UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier reflected on a memorable insult from Conor McGregor that made him wish to slap the Irish fighter despite never having fought him.

Feb 5 • 11:29 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

From the summer of Papeete to the slap from soldier Vannacci: how many blows for Salvini

The article discusses Matteo Salvini's reactions to various political challenges and criticisms he faces, likening them to a boxer who keeps getting hit yet remains content.

Feb 5 • 00:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

Germany is deeply divided in the working hours debate

The debate over working hours in Germany has intensified, with Chancellor Friedrich Merz warning of a loss of prosperity while leftist leader Reichinnek condemns the proposals as a 'slap in the face.'

Feb 3 • 06:11 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
National & Local

"Everything from the Union is a slap in the face," says Reichinnek - CDU woman regrets "lifestyle" term

CDU member Gitta Connemann expresses regret over the controversial term "lifestyle part-time" proposed by the CDU's economic wing, which has faced significant criticism from opposition leaders.

Feb 3 • 04:01 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Sports

Arbeloa received the first slap of reality dressed in black and unperturbed

Real Madrid's new coach Álvaro Arbeloa experienced a disappointing initial match in the Copa del Rey, witnessing his team's embarrassing elimination against Albacete without showing any visible emotion.

Jan 15 • 01:18 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Crans-Montana, the last slap to the families of the victims: a help of 10 thousand francs

The government of the Canton of Valais has decided to provide an immediate emergency aid of 10,000 Swiss francs to families affected by the Constellation fire in Crans-Montana, raising questions about whether this amount is sufficient given the scale of the tragedy.

Jan 14 • 14:49 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
National & Local

Slap to Zelensky: The Ukrainian Parliament rejected his nominee for the Ministry of Energy, Denis Smihal

The Ukrainian Parliament has rejected President Zelensky's nominee, Denis Smihal, as the new Minister of Energy in a rare act of disapproval of his actions.

Jan 13 • 18:26 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Life & Tech

Rooms, the best place to disappear (between light and works of art)

Starting tomorrow, the immersive exhibition 'Rooms, the best place to disappear' featuring artists Angelo and Eva Luna Thomann and Laura Maddalena Gerosa opens at Slap, Spazio Lambrate per le Arti Performative.

Jan 13 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Another slap for Dalić and Croatia: An important link of the fire discovered terrible news...

Croatian national team defender Josip Stanišić has suffered a serious ankle injury during Bundesliga against Wolfsburg, confirmed to be ligament damage after Bayern's recent emphatic victory.

Jan 12 • 16:43 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Trial of the Knightly Horse. The slap of the ECHR on the Mondadori award

The European Court of Human Rights upheld the heavy civil sentence against Silvio Berlusconi and Fininvest, concluding the long-standing legal battle over the Mondadori acquisition linked to alleged bribery.

Jan 9 • 04:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Eleven years for the judges' last wrong (or slap) against Berlusconi

After 11 years, the European Court of Human Rights finally ruled against Silvio Berlusconi, who has since passed away, denying an appeal from his company Fininvest regarding substantial damages owed to Carlo De Benedetti.

Jan 8 • 11:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Proto Thema
World

The arrest of Maduro 'a slap' in Beijing and a message to Tehran

The announcement by Donald Trump regarding the arrest of Nicolás Maduro is aimed not only at the Caracas regime but also at China's energy and trade planning.

Jan 3 • 14:12 UTC
🇪🇸 ABC
Sports

The slap from Manolo González to Barça: "They are not in a position to give lessons to anyone, when Figo came to Camp Nou..."

Manolo González criticizes Barcelona's stance on team ethics in light of the upcoming derby against Espanyol, referencing Luis Figo's controversial transfer.

Jan 2 • 18:31 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Crime & Justice

Another slap from the courts: 'Shahin not dangerous.' But he was close to terrorists

Mohamad Shahin, the imam from Turin facing an expulsion decree by the Italian Interior Ministry, has retained his presence in Italy as the Court of Appeal of Caltanissetta denies immediate removal, classifying him as an 'asylum seeker.'

Dec 31 • 05:26 UTC

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