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🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Flamm arts festival aims to spark interest in unsung Cornish town of Bodmin

The Flamm arts festival is transforming Bodmin into a contemporary art destination this weekend, showcasing various artistic installations and engaging the community.

Feb 26 • 15:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

"I will not be intimidated." An opposition representative and critic of the town hall in Hluboká had his car set on fire

An opposition representative in Hluboká, Czech Republic, had his car set on fire as a form of intimidation for his criticism of the local government.

Feb 26 • 14:49 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Hungary: The Economic Crisis is Viktor Orbán's Arch-Nemesis

The town of Göd, Hungary, faces scrutiny over its Samsung battery factory, accused of environmental violations which the government allegedly turned a blind eye to.

Feb 26 • 14:46 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Lower Franconia: CSU Duel for the Town Hall: When a Former Mayor Wants to Replace Her Successor

Karola Back, a former mayor of Strahlungen, is running again for mayor against her successor Johannes Hümpfner in a local political contest.

Feb 26 • 12:58 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
Crime & Justice

Suspected triple murderer: In town for drugs

A 21-year-old man is on trial for allegedly shooting two teenage boys and a 20-year-old man at a hair salon in Uppsala last year, although he denies the charges, claiming he was in Uppsala for drug dealings.

Feb 26 • 12:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Police operation targets group suspected of robbing upscale homes; ex-deputy mayor of Tupi Paulista among the victims

A police operation in Tupi Paulista, Brazil, aims to dismantle a criminal organization suspected of high-end home burglaries, with a notable victim being the town's former deputy mayor.

Feb 26 • 12:16 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Crime & Justice

Inside the quiet mountain town where 'El Mencho' resisted before falling

Authorities conducted a military raid in the picturesque town of Tapalpa, targeting 'El Mencho,' the notorious leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel.

Feb 26 • 12:03 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

BREAKING: France bomb threat as newspaper offices and town hall evacuated

A bomb threat was made to several French newspapers and a town hall, prompting evacuations.

Feb 26 • 12:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Maxine Carr's life now married in seaside town as Ian Huntley fights for life

Maxine Carr is living a new life in a seaside town while Ian Huntley, her ex-boyfriend convicted of murder, fights for his life after a prison attack.

Feb 26 • 11:58 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

NØRA BLU explained why there is a Ø crossed out in her name and what her stage name means

NØRA BLU shares her journey from a small town in Lithuania to studying music at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, emphasizing her lifelong passion for singing.

Feb 26 • 11:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

The Curious Case of Os de Civís, the Only Spanish Town You Cannot Reach from Spain

Os de Civís is a unique Spanish village that can only be accessed via Andorra, making it geographically notable in Spain.

Feb 26 • 11:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

War in Ukraine: Report: Russia has taken Pokrovsk

Recent reports indicate that Russia has captured the town of Pokrovsk in eastern Ukraine after prolonged and costly battles, with Ukrainian officials acknowledging the loss.

Feb 26 • 10:35 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

High Voltage Drama Between Husband and Wife on Road; Video

A public dispute between a husband and wife in Devli town of Rajasthan's Tonk district has gone viral on social media, showcasing a dramatic scene where the husband is seen pulling his wife's hair and forcibly trying to make her sit on a motorcycle.

Feb 26 • 06:01 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Future Vision for Falun: "Imagine having a zipline from here"

Swedish ski officials see the upcoming Ski World Championships in Falun as a chance to elevate the town's profile in winter sports.

Feb 26 • 05:04 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Measles Protection Act: Hundreds of Kilometers for a Fake Vaccination Passport

A pediatrician in a small town in Bavaria discovers that bogus vaccination passes are being used to circumvent Germany's Measles Protection Act.

Feb 26 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Inside the world's most poisonous 'ghost town' as residents abandoned toxic wasteland

Picher, Oklahoma, once a thriving mining town, is now a toxic wasteland, with residents having abandoned it due to dangerous contamination, although it briefly sees visitors during an annual event.

Feb 26 • 04:51 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Charming town has tiny alleyway so narrow that people can't actually get through

A hilltop town in Italy attracts tourists to its famously narrow alleyway, which measures only 43 centimeters wide.

Feb 26 • 03:35 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Calm Returns to Tapalpa, Jalisco, After Violence from 'Mencho's' Death: Mayor Distances Himself from CJNG

The mayor of Tapalpa, Jalisco, Antonio Morales Díaz, announced the restoration of peace in the town following violent events triggered by the death of cartel leader El Mencho.

Feb 26 • 01:54 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Town learns its water is 'only good to flush the toilet' after 66 years

Residents of Sunset Strip, Australia, have been informed that their water is unsafe for use after 66 years of believing it was safe for cleaning and hygiene.

Feb 26 • 01:45 UTC
🇨🇦 Global News
National & Local

Crown Royal bottling plant in Ontario town shuts down 2 days early

The Crown Royal bottling plant in Amherstburg, Ontario, has closed two days ahead of schedule amid ongoing disputes over its future and efforts by Premier Doug Ford to intervene.

Feb 25 • 23:17 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Relatives Demand Review After Father Who Died Regretfully - Hino Town Incident, Retrial Ahead

The relatives of a man who died regrettably after being wrongfully accused in the Hino Town Incident are calling for a retrial and reform of the judicial system following a landmark Supreme Court decision.

Feb 25 • 20:00 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
National & Local

DR Congo govt forces launch attacks on multiple fronts against AFC/M23 troops

The DR Congo government launched multiple attacks against AFC/M23 rebels, particularly around the strategic mining town of Rubaya, utilizing drone strikes.

Feb 25 • 17:20 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Botswana: Council Introduces App for Rates Collection

Lobatse Town Council has launched an app in partnership with First National Bank to improve the efficiency of rate collections from property owners.

Feb 25 • 15:38 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Police Dog Adin Tracked Down Two Young Thieves in Šumperk

A police dog named Adin successfully tracked down two young thieves in the town of Šumperk, Czechia.

Feb 25 • 15:36 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

The groom descended from the sky, the bride was sent off in a helicopter, drawing a crowd of thousands

In Mahoba district's Charkhari town, a father surprised everyone by sending a helicopter to pick up his daughter-in-law instead of using traditional means for her farewell.

Feb 25 • 15:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

"Brocēni cannot be imagined without an ice hall." The municipality will purchase a sports complex using funds obtained from forest clearing operations.

The municipality of Brocēni plans to use funds from forest clearing to purchase a sports complex, underlining the town's rich hockey tradition.

Feb 25 • 14:33 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Kaunas Old Town streets may change significantly: here are the planned changes

A new plan for the historic Old Town of Kaunas encompasses 99 hectares, focusing on street management and infrastructure improvements while respecting cultural and historical contexts.

Feb 25 • 13:29 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A study on the renovation of Kaunas Old Town streets has been prepared: planned changes and priorities

A comprehensive study has been developed to guide the future renovation of streets in Kaunas Old Town, focusing on people's needs and enhancing the cultural and historical context.

Feb 25 • 13:25 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

Fans were left speechless by Eglė Jackaitė's vacation moments: 'Attractive'

Eglė Jackaitė shares captivating vacation moments from her trip to Cape Town, which have garnered numerous praise from her followers.

Feb 25 • 12:53 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Building a new Zarasai bypass: the municipality calls it a historic breakthrough

The Lithuanian Ministry of Transport has commissioned a new bypass for the town of Zarasai, aimed at improving road safety and reducing air pollution.

Feb 25 • 12:25 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Local Elections 2026: Millennials Push into Town Halls

In the lead-up to the 2026 local elections in Germany, an increasing number of millennials, including students like Eric Jacob, are actively campaigning for municipal offices, signaling a growing interest in local governance among younger generations.

Feb 25 • 11:43 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Russians shell town in Zaporizhzhia Oblast: man killed and another person missing

Russian artillery strikes in the town of Orikhiv, Zaporizhzhia Oblast, have resulted in one death and another person missing.

Feb 25 • 11:15 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Quintessential English town is like stepping back in time

Petworth, a charming town in Sussex, offers a picturesque experience with its antique shops and historic sites.

Feb 25 • 10:53 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

'My actions have tarnished the organization's reputation...', Gates' pain spilled out in front of staff in the Epstein case

Bill Gates publicly acknowledged his 'biggest mistake' during a town hall meeting, admitting his association with Jeffrey Epstein tarnished his charity's reputation.

Feb 25 • 10:46 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
Life & Tech

Russian drives from St. Petersburg to Cape Town (PHOTOS)

A Russian man completed a remarkable 37,000-km journey from St. Petersburg to Cape Town in a vintage car, despite facing various challenges along the way.

Feb 25 • 10:14 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Fire at Cape Town International Airport Disrupts Flights Temporarily

A fire at Cape Town International Airport has caused temporary disruptions to flight operations, with international flights halted as a precautionary measure.

Feb 25 • 08:40 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

A Greek town famous for delicious olives. And now also the most beautiful mural in the world

A Greek town known for its olives has gained notoriety for hosting what is now considered the most beautiful mural globally.

Feb 25 • 07:53 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Born as a Fishermen's Town and Inviting with Its Natural Pools and Charming Inns

São Miguel dos Milagres is a quaint fishing village in northeastern Brazil, known for its serene beaches and natural beauty, perfect for nature lovers seeking relaxation.

Feb 25 • 06:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Unprecedented Start of Retrial, Yet Almost No Reasons Given – What Does the Supreme Court's 'Decision' Mean?

The Supreme Court of Japan has approved a retrial for a former defendant in the 40-year-old Hino Town incident, yet the decision document provides almost no reasoning for this unusual action.

Feb 25 • 05:44 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Abandoned town slowly being reclaimed by nature where a fire burns underground

Centralia, Pennsylvania, is an abandoned town where nature is reclaiming the land, and an underground fire has been burning for decades, with only a few residents remaining.

Feb 25 • 05:27 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

15 reporters investigate, former investigator reveals impressions of the Hino Town incident 'that was...'

A former investigator discusses the controversial 1984 Hino Town incident in Japan, highlighting doubts surrounding the investigation and court proceedings.

Feb 25 • 04:22 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Over 7 years to conclusion, 'If the prosecution does not appeal' - Implications for the review of the retrial system

The Supreme Court's decision to recognize the start of the retrial in the Hino Town case may influence the direction of criminal procedure reforms in Japan.

Feb 25 • 04:20 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

It was scary: Decision document 3 cm thick, the daughter who sought retrial collapsed in tears

The Supreme Court of Japan has decided to allow a retrial for Hiroshi Sakihara, posthumously convicted of murder and robbery in the Hino Town case, leading to emotional reactions from the victim's family.

Feb 25 • 04:03 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Many contradictions in the 'confession', pointed out by negative film: Hino Town case 'posthumous retrial'

The Hino Town case from 1984, regarded as the second posthumous retrial of a murder case in post-war Japan, highlights inconsistencies in the confession of the accused, Hiroshi Sakuhara, leading to new evaluations of the evidence.

Feb 25 • 04:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

The Defendant Appeared Afraid in the Interrogation Room: Contradictory Confessions Still Resulted in Life Imprisonment

The Japanese Supreme Court has approved the retrial of Hiroshi Sakuhara, convicted of murder and robbery in the 1984 Hino Town case, despite inconsistencies in his confession and his perceived fear during meetings with his lawyer.

Feb 25 • 03:55 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

The Bride's Father: 'I Confessed for You' - Hino Town Incident, the Door to a Posthumous Review

The Supreme Court of Japan has decided to begin a retrial in the Hino Town Incident case, where Hiroshi Sakohara was sentenced to life in prison for the murder and robbery of a liquor store owner in 1984, based on a confession he claimed he made for the sake of his daughter.

Feb 25 • 03:29 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

What kind of incident was the Hino Town incident and what were the decisive factors for the retrial? Five key points explained

The Hino Town incident, a murder case from 1984, is set for a retrial after new evidence surfaced, raising questions about the initial conviction and the lengthy judicial process.

Feb 25 • 02:54 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Reopening of the 40-Year-Old Murder Case in Hino Town: Former Defendant Posthumously Expected to be Cleared of Charges

Japan's Supreme Court has granted a retrial for the 1984 Hino Town murder case, potentially exonerating the deceased former defendant.

Feb 25 • 02:51 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Norwegian Team Bodo/Glimt from a Small City of 54,000 People Defeats Inter Milan to Reach Champions League Round of 16

Bodo/Glimt, a Norwegian football team from a small town, made history by defeating Inter Milan to advance to the Champions League Round of 16 for the first time in their 109-year history.

Feb 25 • 02:02 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Unspoilt English town with cobbled lanes and independent shops is like stepping back in time

A charming town in Sussex, known for its cobbled lanes and historical architecture, provides a nostalgic experience of England's past.

Feb 25 • 01:50 UTC

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