Dolly Parton left a time capsule with an unreleased song called "My Place in History," which will remain secret until her 100th birthday in 2046, while fans and celebrities worldwide mourn the late singer. (translated)
Gloria Wekker, a prominent academic in the field of gender studies and racism, advocates for a thorough revision of established Dutch beliefs about exceptionalism and 'color blindness', as emphasized in her new book, The Gloria Wekker Reader, which compiles forty years of her research on sexuality, racism, and gender. (translated)
CIA director John Ratcliffe secretly visited Moscow, marking the first trip by a CIA director to Russia since the war in Ukraine, and there is speculation about the nature of the visit, given his prominent role within the administration of Donald Trump and the recent tensions between the US and Russia. (translated)
After the death of Dolly Parton, numerous prominent artists such as Taylor Swift and Beyoncé paid tribute to the country legend, with Swift emphasizing that a world without her is unimaginable, while Trump ordered nationwide flag mourning. (translated)
The European Court of Human Rights has ruled that Turkey must immediately release Osman Kavala, a prominent political prisoner, and has criticized the legal proceedings in Turkey for systemic issues and the political persecution of opponents. (translated)
Seine Arbeiten belasten bereits mehrere Minister und auch prominente Journalisten, nun kritisiert der bekannte österreichische Plagiatsjäger Stefan Weber auch das ZDF: https://t.co/83JjZ1drSg Der ÖRR-Moderator hätte im Interview mit Alice Weidel bei den Zahlen zur E-Mobilität klar gelogen. #Plagiatsjäger #ZDF #EMobilität
Six former opposition mayors in Turkey were convicted of bribery and corruption, with the most prominent among them, Rıza Akpolat, receiving a prison sentence of over 23 years, while the proceedings are viewed by critics as a politically motivated wave of arrests against the opposition, particularly against President Erdoğan's rival, Ekrem İmamoğlu. (translated)
As part of a significant corruption case, six former opposition mayors in Turkey, including Riza Akpolat with a prison sentence of 23 years and three months, were convicted of bribery and money laundering, while the trial is also focused on the background of a wave of arrests against opposition figures and the detention of prominent politician Ekrem Imamoglu. (translated)
Following the surprising return of Prince Harry and Duchess Meghan to Britain, rival camps are emerging between Team Sussex, supported by old friends and celebrities, and Team Wales, led by Prince William and Princess Kate, who have chosen to distance themselves, and the elite of England is wondering whose side they should be on. (translated)
The article addresses the challenges faced by children of successful parents, particularly concerning identity development and the pressure of constant comparison, which can often lead to mental health issues; this is supported by examples from prominent families, including Cindy Crawford and her children, as well as insights from psychologist Joanna Mikowitsch. (translated)
Noga Erez, a prominent Israeli musician, stands in the tension between political criticism of her homeland and international boycotts and protests, as a new documentary about her artistic journey and the challenges posed by the Gaza war provides insights into her musical evolution and personal messages. (translated)
Woher kommt eigentlich dieser Drang von Schauspielern und Moderatoren sich fortlaufend politisch äußern zu müssen? Von prominenten Sportlern wie Dirk Nowitzki oder Oliver Kahn kommen auch keine Wahlempfehlungen. Ist das alles Anbiederung für die nächste ÖRR-Rolle? Oder woran liegt es? #Politik #Prominente #Öffentlichkeit
The Ukrainian anti-corruption agency has launched an investigation into several parliamentarians and advisors to President Zelensky, while searches are taking place at prominent figures, including a pro-Russian politician and the deputy head of the presidential office, amid allegations of involvement in a "criminal organization." (translated)
The Ecuadorian diplomat Ivonne A-Baki has announced her candidacy for the position of UN Secretary-General and presents herself as a versatile peace broker with a diverse professional background, as the competition increases with prominent competitors such as Michelle Bachelet and Rafael Grossi, and a complex nomination process is associated with geopolitical challenges. (translated)
After the arrest of a 52-year-old entrepreneur and his 18-year-old daughter for vandalizing houses in Engelen, where unrest is ongoing due to the reception of unaccompanied minor asylum seekers, it turns out that the father is a prominent activist leader against this reception, which has further heightened tensions in the community. (translated)
In the podcast De Dag, it is discussed how Kim Jong-un is increasingly manifesting himself on the world stage and how his country North Korea is benefiting from this, despite the question of at what cost, with insights from professor of Korean studies Remco Breuker about the geopolitical strategies and the rising standard of living of ordinary North Koreans. (translated)
In Saxony-Anhalt, prominent figures from various fields, including actors Sandra Hüller and Christian Friedel, support a campaign to prevent an absolute majority of the AfD in the upcoming state elections on September 6, 2026, to avoid serious social and economic consequences for the region and beyond. (translated)
Lew Schlosberg, a prominent regime critic and representative of the opposition in Russia, was sentenced to over eleven years in a penal colony for his unwavering resistance against Putin and his commitment to human rights, silencing one of the last voices of resistance. (translated)
A Russian court has sentenced prominent war opponent Lev Shlosberg to over eleven years in a penal colony in a controversial trial, while the exclusion of his anti-war party Yabloko from the parliamentary election was simultaneously confirmed. (translated)
The prominent economist Andrej Klepatsch was dismissed by VEB.RF after he predicted Russia's defeat in the war against Ukraine and an impending economic crisis, which did not align with the official position of the state corporation. (translated)
