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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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Leandro Trossard was substituted in the 93rd minute of Arsenal's match against Athletic Bilbao after Martin Bueno struck him in the jaw or chin with his shoulder off the ball. Arsenal followed medical assessment and concussion protocol checks to make the substitution. The incident sparked debate over whether it qualified as a legitimate concussion sub.

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Real Madrid beat Benfica 1-0 on February 17 with an early Vinícius goal, but the game halted after he claimed Prestianni called him 'mono,' Spanish for monkey; Prestianni denied racism, saying he used a homophobic slur instead. Benfica countered by accusing Federico Valverde of punching their player and Real stars of hurling slurs like 'mono blanco' at Prestianni. UEFA appointed an ethics inspector to investigate all claims ahead of the February 25 second leg, as both sides brace for potential bans that could impact their campaigns.

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A tense Champions League playoff match stopped for 10 minutes when Vinícius Júnior accused Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni of a racist slur, setting off a storm of counter-allegations.

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A photo featuring footballers including N'Golo Kanté standing while Declan Rice and Sergio Busquets are seated has sparked widespread online discussion and memes. Users question Declan Rice's inclusion and achievements compared to Kanté, Rodri, Paul Pogba, and Yaya Touré, with calls for others to stand so Kanté can sit.

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A photo featuring footballers including N'Golo Kanté standing while Declan Rice and Sergio Busquets are seated has sparked widespread online discussion and memes. Users question Declan Rice's inclusion and achievements compared to Kanté, Rodri, Paul Pogba, and Yaya Touré, with calls for others to stand so Kanté can sit.

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On February 17 and 18, Witkoff and Kushner held indirect talks with Iranian officials at the Omani consulate, followed by trilateral discussions with Russian and Ukrainian delegates. U.S. officials reported meaningful progress, including Iran's commitment to a written proposal and pledges to continue Ukraine negotiations. Kushner's informal role drew scrutiny over his private investment ties to Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar, while the pair now heads to Washington for Trump's new 'Board of Peace' on Gaza and conflicts. Supporters praise the dealmaker approach from Trump's first term, but critics question its depth for complex crises.

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Jared Kushner, now a private citizen, stepped into high-stakes diplomacy alongside U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff in Geneva this week. Their back-to-back meetings tackled Iran's nuclear program and Russia's war in Ukraine.

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Kylian Mbappé claimed that Benfica player Franco Mastantuono called Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior 'mono' (monkey) five times during the Champions League match. Vinícius Júnior addressed the alleged racist abuse on Instagram. Mastantuono covered his mouth and shirt amid the incident, sparking debates over the remarks.

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The 66-year-old Italian coach, who took charge of Brazil in May 2025 as their first foreign head coach, plans to extend his contract for four more years through the 2030 World Cup. In eight matches so far, Brazil has four wins, two draws, and two losses, with Ancelotti blending his pragmatic style and familiarity with stars like Vinícius Júnior. Fans celebrate the continuity ahead of 2026 qualifiers, while his trophy-filled past offers hope for reclaiming glory despite some criticism of his conservative tactics.

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Carlo Ancelotti grinned amid hugs from Brazilian fans, signaling his full embrace of the Seleção role after leaving Real Madrid's trophy triumphs.

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Osasuna stunned Real Madrid 2-1 at Estadio El Sadar, with Ante Budimir scoring from a VAR-awarded penalty before Vinicius equalized in the 73rd minute off a Federico Valverde cross. Veteran Raul Garcia sealed the winner in stoppage time, beating the defense and confirmed by VAR. The milestone puts Vinicius level with Ronaldinho's 70 goals—though in more games—and ahead of Neymar's 68, narrowing Madrid's lead over Barcelona to two points while fans celebrate his rising legend status.

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Vinicius Junior fired home his 70th La Liga goal, matching Ronaldinho's mark for Brazilians, but Real Madrid still fell 2-1 to Osasuna in dramatic fashion.

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Carlos Leal won a unanimous decision victory over Chidi Njokuani in a three-round welterweight bout at UFC Houston. The fight was highly competitive and praised as fight of the night. Fans highlighted Leal's relentless pressure, bodywork, and boxing combinations, with scorecards reading 30-27 or 29-28 for Leal.

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AS Monaco stunned PSG by racing to a 2-0 lead through Folarin Balogun's brace in 18 minutes, but a red card to Wout Faes and Doué's introduction flipped the script. The young sub scored twice, including the winner at 67 minutes, as Achraf Hakimi equalized before halftime to secure a 3-2 victory in the first leg at Stade Louis II. Doué earned Man of the Match honors, giving PSG a vital away advantage despite Ousmane Dembélé's worrying injury exit.

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Down 2-0 early with a missed penalty and Dembélé injured, PSG looked doomed—until 19-year-old Désiré Doué stepped up and changed everything.

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At the African Union Summit in Addis Ababa on February 14, Meloni highlighted Italy's Mattei Plan as a path to equal partnerships in energy, agriculture, and infrastructure to foster Africa's self-reliance and boost intra-continental trade. She pledged debt relief for climate-affected nations and investments like the Lobito Corridor rail linking Angola, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo to global ports, stressing that Italy and Europe's future hinges on a prosperous Africa. While some critics questioned a European leader addressing the AU assembly, her focus on development over mass migration aligned with the summit's Agenda 2063 goals amid discussions on water security, peace in Sudan, and financial independence.

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Standing before African heads of state, Italy's Giorgia Meloni urged them to build a future where young people stay and thrive on their own continent, rather than risking deadly journeys across the Mediterranean.

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Barcelona fell 2-1 to Girona on Monday, letting Real Madrid take a two-point La Liga lead after 24 games. The 18-year-old Yamal grabbed the first-half penalty from Lewandowski, but it cannoned off the post—sparking talk of teammate Raphinha's perfect record of 15 from 15 since joining Rennes. Raphinha terrorized defenders all match and reportedly encouraged Yamal to build confidence, yet some fans questioned the choice amid Barcelona's loose penalty duties. Raphinha vented post-match about uneven rules in the tight title race.

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Lamine Yamal's penalty struck the post in stoppage time, costing Barcelona a key win at Girona. Fans pointed straight to Raphinha's flawless spot-kick streak since 2019.

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With Ramadan starting February 17, Yamal is the only Barcelona player fasting amid three straight La Liga games at 4pm local time, including tomorrow's home clash against Levante UD at Spotify Camp Nou. Fasting runs from around 6am to 6:30pm in Barcelona, challenging him in the afternoon heat, but coach Hansi Flick has a plan with tailored nighttime nutrition and rest protocols. Fans debate the TV-driven schedule, while rivals point to Karim Benzema's past hat-tricks while fasting; the club draws on experience supporting Muslim players.

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Lamine Yamal, Barcelona's dazzling 18-year-old winger, steps onto the pitch tomorrow fasting for Ramadan—no food or water until sunset after a 4:15pm kickoff.

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Fans shared bold claims that Alaba will depart at the end of his contract on June 30, 2026, tagging transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, but he posted nothing on it. The Austrian defender, sidelined by injuries like a torn ACL and meniscus issues since 2023, has started just 10 matches this season after shining early with an El Clasico screamer and a Champions League win. While some fans cherish his highs and post grateful highlights, others gripe about his high salary amid limited play, as the club eyes younger center-backs.

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David Alaba's future at Real Madrid sparked intense buzz Monday night, with fans insisting his exit is locked in—though top sources stay silent.

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Former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton spoke out against Prime Minister Viktor Orbán days before Hungary's April 12 parliamentary elections, warning voters against backing a Trump ally. Orbán, who has led since 2010, recently hosted U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who praised strong bilateral ties and Trump's support. Critics dismissed Clinton's comment by noting Orbán's long career predates Trump, while polls show challenger Péter Magyar's Tisza party now leading in a tight race marked by debates over EU policies, migration, and national sovereignty.

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In a video clip shared online, Hillary Clinton urged Hungarians to pick leaders for their own country, not someone she labeled a 'puppet of Trump.' The remark lands as Orbán's party braces for its closest election fight yet.

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Real Madrid beat Benfica 1-0 on February 17 with an early Vinícius goal, but the game halted after he claimed Prestianni called him 'mono,' Spanish for monkey; Prestianni denied racism, saying he used a homophobic slur instead. Benfica countered by accusing Federico Valverde of punching their player and Real stars of hurling slurs like 'mono blanco' at Prestianni. UEFA appointed an ethics inspector to investigate all claims ahead of the February 25 second leg, as both sides brace for potential bans that could impact their campaigns.

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A tense Champions League playoff match stopped for 10 minutes when Vinícius Júnior accused Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni of a racist slur, setting off a storm of counter-allegations.

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