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Crime & Justice

Epstein's secret 'zombie plants': Were lethal poisonous angel trumpets part of a power game?

Documents released by the U.S. Department of Justice reveal Jeffrey Epstein's interest in toxic plants, particularly the angel trumpet, which may have had sinister applications.

Feb 26 • 18:00 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Two people arrested on suspicion of using 'zombie tobacco'

Two individuals were arrested in Japan for using the designated drug etomidate, commonly referred to as 'zombie tobacco'.

Feb 26 • 06:21 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

"There is talk of an enormous volume of oil": the zombie black gold of the Russian phantom fleet disrupts the market

The report discusses how international sanctions have left a significant volume of Russian oil trapped in tankers without buyers, creating a disruption in the oil market.

Feb 25 • 18:40 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Hiroshima Carp Terminates Contract with Ryutaro Hazuki, Indicted Over 'Zombie Tobacco'

The Hiroshima Carp baseball team announced the termination of infielder Ryutaro Hazuki's contract due to his indictment for violating pharmaceutical regulations related to a substance known as 'zombie tobacco.'

Feb 25 • 02:11 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Netflix fans have just 4 days to stream 'flawless' thriller with 94% score

Netflix subscribers have a limited time to watch a highly-rated thriller film featuring a strong female lead and a gripping storyline.

Feb 24 • 22:33 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

How the Kremlin Creates a 'Zombie' Russia: Even Children Know How to Vote in Elections

A Kremlin official asserts that Russian children are indoctrinated with the 'right values' by the age of eight amid concerns of foreign influence on identity.

Feb 20 • 19:31 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

‘Zombie tobacco’ used as a crime, Hiroshima Carp's Ryutaro Huzuki indicted

Hiroshima Carp player Ryutaro Huzuki has been indicted for violating drug laws by using a controlled substance known as 'zombie tobacco'.

Feb 17 • 06:16 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Amid 'zombies', pigs and dogs in costumes attract attention at Carnival in Curitiba; see photos

Pets, including dogs and pigs in costumes, were a highlight at the Carnival Zombie Walk in Curitiba, attracting around 40,000 participants this year.

Feb 16 • 22:56 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Zombie Walk in Curitiba: crowd of 'zombies' invades the streets of the capital this Sunday (15)

The annual Zombie Walk took place in Curitiba, Brazil, gathering around 40,000 participants celebrating horror culture with elaborate costumes and performances.

Feb 15 • 20:50 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korean Movies Not Seen in Theaters, Watching Them at Home Theater

During the Lunar New Year holidays, a variety of Korean films are being released for home viewing, providing an opportunity for those who missed them in theaters.

Feb 13 • 23:33 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

'Pregabalin zombie' couple who took 'lethal cocktail of drugs' found dead at home

A couple in Torquay were found dead due to a lethal mix of prescription and illicit drugs after struggling with addiction to painkillers.

Feb 11 • 21:47 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
Life & Tech

A new 'zombie fungus' species discovered in Brazil: takes over the spider's body after infecting it

A new species of 'zombie fungus' in Brazil infects and completely takes over the bodies of certain spiders.

Feb 11 • 07:34 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
Life & Tech

The U.S. once developed an action plan for a zombie apocalypse. Why?

In 2011, the U.S. government published a detailed plan on how to respond to a zombie apocalypse.

Feb 10 • 22:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

A man with a bounty: 'After the coup, it was like in a zombie movie'

The article discusses a man's experiences during and after a significant political coup in Czechia, highlighting the chaotic atmosphere likened to a zombie movie.

Feb 8 • 15:37 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Is a zombie apocalypse coming? A member of the ANO party is preparing an event around it.

A member of the Czech ANO party is organizing an event focused on the possibility of a zombie apocalypse, as claimed by a sect.

Feb 8 • 04:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The mysterious zombie town in the UK visited by King Charles where no one ever lived

Llandarcy in South Wales, a planned housing project, remains a relic of ambition as it was never populated despite a royal visit.

Feb 7 • 20:45 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Solved the riddle of the 'zombie tourists' in Egypt: it became clear what happened amid the panic

Authorities in Dahab, Egypt, responded to growing panic regarding tourists exhibiting unusual behavior, which was initially attributed to drug influence.

Feb 7 • 15:54 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
Life & Tech

The summer theme: a catchy song, three young scammers, and a zombie apocalypse, in Rioplatense version

The horror-comedy directed by Uruguayan director Pablo Stoll Ward premieres this Thursday at the Lugones theater and next week at Gaumont and other INCAA venues.

Feb 6 • 21:06 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

"Networks".. Zombies in Egypt, Storm Leonardo in Morocco, and Syrians' Nostalgia for Radio

The article discusses the evacuation of residents in Morocco due to Storm Leonardo and peculiar zombie-like behavior of tourists in Egypt while referencing the nostalgia for radio among Syrians.

Feb 5 • 20:38 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Yoga or Drugs? Zombie Videos Ignite Platforms in Egypt

Videos of foreign tourists displaying 'zombie-like' movements in Dahab, Egypt, sparked speculation about drug use, leading authorities to investigate and confirm they were performing specific rituals.

Feb 5 • 13:16 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Life & Tech

The Living Dead of Pablo Stoll Arrive at the Port Cinema: 'The Uruguayan Zombie is Slow and Dressed'

Pablo Stoll returns with a new film, highlighting the unique characteristics of Uruguayan zombies, at the Lugones Theater in Buenos Aires.

Feb 5 • 10:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Exchange: Accelerate Early Exit of Zombie Companies... Introduce Individual Stock Leverage ETFs

The CEO of the Korea Exchange emphasized the need for a swift exit of unfit companies in alignment with government policy and announced plans to rapidly introduce individual stock leverage ETFs that were previously only available overseas.

Feb 5 • 06:42 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
World

The zombie apocalypse devastates Tasmania in this soon-to-be cult classic

Zak Hilditch's horror movie 'We Bury the Dead' portrays a zombie apocalypse that wipes out Tasmania following a catastrophic incident involving the U.S. Navy.

Feb 4 • 19:20 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

Zombie Pride Day: five movies you can't miss to celebrate this date

Zombie Pride Day, celebrated on February 4th, is the perfect occasion to honor the films that popularized the figure of the undead, through both horror and social satire genres.

Feb 3 • 19:30 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Synthetic Drugs: "Baller Liquids": Why the Small Bottles Are So Dangerous

Nine suspects have been arrested in Upper Franconia for trafficking chemically altered intoxicating liquids for e-cigarettes and vapes, allegedly selling these 'Baller Liquids' or 'Zombie Liquids' to minors.

Feb 3 • 17:38 UTC
🇯🇵 NHK News (JP)
Crime & Justice

Hiroshima’s Hazuki player arrested with 'zombie tobacco' etomidate possession

Hiroshima player Hazuki was arrested for possessing the specified drug etomidate, with evidence of its use found during an arrest in December.

Feb 2 • 20:07 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
World

New 'zombie fungus' discovered in the Atlantic Forest of Rio de Janeiro

Scientists have identified a new species of 'zombie fungus' called Purpureocillium atlanticum during an expedition in a forest reserve in Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 2 • 13:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

New zombie fungus discovered in the Atlantic Forest of Rio de Janeiro

Scientists have identified a new species of 'zombie fungus' named Purpureocillium atlanticum during an expedition in a forest reserve in Nova Friburgo, Rio de Janeiro.

Feb 2 • 11:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
World

Cinema: No Power to Drugs! Unless You're a Zombie

In a dystopian Europe plagued by a pandemic that has turned most of the population into zombies, Dr. Kelson finds a brief moment of peace in nature while grappling with the ongoing crisis.

Jan 16 • 11:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

I have a starring role in 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple and I had to be carried off set

MMA fighter Chi Lewis-Parry reveals the physical toll of his role as an alpha zombie in '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple,' where he needed to be carried off set after an intense scene.

Jan 16 • 08:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

28 Years Later: The Temple of Bones – The Zombie Film That Manages to Resurrect

The fourth installment in this zombie franchise features more explicit violence, abundant gore, and a lively tone, but often suffers from overly long sequences and an anticlimactic conclusion that sets the stage for a new sequel.

Jan 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇪🇸 elDiario.es
Life & Tech

28 Years Later: The Temple of Bones, an Excellent Continuation of the Great Zombie Epic of Our Time

The article discusses the film '28 Years Later: The Temple of Bones' as a significant sequel in the zombie genre, reflecting contemporary issues of religion and spirituality amidst societal fears.

Jan 15 • 21:31 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Minister says elections to ‘zombie councils’ pointless as 23 authorities request delays - UK politics live

Steve Reed argues that elections for certain councils, referred to as 'zombie councils', are unnecessary as 22 authorities seek postponements of May elections due to local government reorganization.

Jan 15 • 09:55 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Shadow Fleet: Federal Police Stops Zombie Tanker

The German Federal Police intercepted the 27-year-old oil tanker Tavian, which was masquerading as a new vessel in the North Sea, during a routine operation.

Jan 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Shadow Fleet: Federal Police Stop Zombie Tanker

The German Federal Police have intercepted an oil tanker named Tavian, which is attempting to pass as a newly registered vessel despite being 27 years old.

Jan 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

‘My 16-year-old son was stabbed in the neck with a zombie knife'

The article details the tragic stabbing of 16-year-old Mikey Roynon at a house party in Bath, Somerset, highlighting the impact of knife crime on families.

Jan 14 • 13:30 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
World

Uprising in Iran: The Religious Zombie Regime is Over

The article discusses the violent repression by Mullahs and the Revolutionary Guard in Iran amidst a popular uprising demanding peace and freedom, while urging Western support for the Iranian people.

Jan 12 • 19:23 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
Life & Tech

Cancelling ‘zombie’ subscriptions could save Britons up to £400 a year, survey finds

A survey reveals that Britons waste up to £1,200 annually on subscription services, with potential savings of £400 by cancelling unused 'zombie' memberships.

Jan 10 • 07:00 UTC
🇩🇪 Die Welt
World

"No soul was on the streets, no sound could be heard. It felt like a zombie movie"

The article discusses the local perception of the U.S. military action in Venezuela, featuring insights from reporters and residents of Caracas in a podcast format.

Jan 9 • 09:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

'Genuinely scary' Zombie drama had Netflix fans 'gripped from start to finish'

The horror series on Netflix, described as the darkest zombie show ever, captivates fans with its intense narrative about survival during a zombie apocalypse.

Jan 7 • 09:56 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
Life & Tech

The most atrocious horror novel brings together witchcraft, drug lords, crocodiles, and a zombie

Puerto Rican author Gabino Iglesias confronts issues of racism, immigration, and the supernatural in the chilling novel 'The Devil Takes You Home', which has won the Bram Stoker and Shirley Jackson awards.

Jan 5 • 04:30 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Collapse of ‘zombie’ UK firms forecast to fuel unemployment in 2026

A report predicts that the failure of struggling 'zombie' companies in the UK will lead to increased unemployment in 2026, due to rising costs from interest rates, energy prices, and minimum wage increases.

Jan 5 • 00:01 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Why 'All of Us Are Dead' is Still One of the Most Watched Series

The South Korean series 'All of Us Are Dead,' which premiered on Netflix in January 2022, remains a global favorite as it tells a gripping story of high school students trapped during a zombie apocalypse.

Jan 4 • 19:07 UTC
🇨🇿 iRozhlas
National & Local

‘Zombie lights’ as protection at crosswalks in Zlín. Police have not yet approved the launch

In Zlín, the introduction of 'zombie lights' designed to improve safety at crosswalks awaits police approval.

Jan 3 • 15:04 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Grillo, return to the blog: 'Justice used as a club. Zombie politicians'

Beppe Grillo, the founder of the 5 Star Movement, returns to his blog with a critical post on the state of justice and politics in Italy, referring to politicians as 'zombies'.

Dec 31 • 15:54 UTC

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