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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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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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Bukayo Saka scored after four minutes and Piero Hincapie doubled the lead on 55, but Hugo Bueno pulled one back on 60 before Riccardo Calafiori's 90+3 own goal off a Tom Edozie shot salvaged a point for Wolves. The draw keeps Arsenal top with 58 points from 27 games, five ahead of Manchester City who have a game in hand, but revives Patrice Evra's 2024 quip comparing watching Arsenal to Netflix—always waiting for the next season. Rivals piled on with memes mocking the collapse against the winless bottom club, echoing Arsenal's past title fades under Mikel Arteta.

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Arsenal raced to a 2-0 lead at struggling Wolves, only to watch it slip away in stoppage time with an own goal that left fans stunned.

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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 Sky Sports poll drew nearly a million views, splitting opinions right after Saka's five-year deal until 2031 made him Arsenal's highest earner at over £300,000 a week. The 24-year-old has 57 Premier League goals and 48 assists in 217 games, plus strong showings against top teams like Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, helping Arsenal lead the table with 57 points from 26 matches. Pundits like Wayne Rooney say Arsenal lack world-class players, while Danny Murphy calls Saka a super talent who needs trophies to prove it—Arsenal's only win in his era is the 2020 FA Cup.

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Bukayo Saka just signed a massive Arsenal contract extension, yet a simple poll asks if he's world class—and fans can't agree, with votes hovering around 60-40 against.

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Saudi outlets like @riyadiyatv reported Thursday that Al Hilal is very close to appointing Hughes, the 46-year-old Scot who joined Liverpool from Bournemouth in June 2024 on a deal until 2027. Fans vented disappointment over quiet transfers and stalled contracts for players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, with some like @Corballyred calling him a disaster and hoping for a reset. While Hughes gets credit for signings like Ryan Gravenberch and Federico Chiesa, skeptics question the sources and note one claim he's staying put—no official word from either club yet.

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Liverpool fans, frustrated by a tough season, are buzzing over reports that sporting director Richard Hughes might head to Saudi club Al Hilal this summer.

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Some Black users expressed discomfort with Black people rooting for Argentina in the World Cup due to Lionel Messi's influence despite Argentina's history of racism. Defenders highlighted hypocrisy in supporting nations like Portugal, France, and England with their own problematic pasts. The discussion escalated into Messi vs. Ronaldo debates and dismissals of racism claims as excuses for hating Messi.

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Anonymous tip account Deuxmoi posted altered images and videos alleging the pair hung out at Warwick on Sunset Boulevard over the weekend, but Depp commented that she'd never heard of Benannani or visited the spot, labeling the content doctored and violating. Benannani echoed the denial, saying she'd never met Depp or been there either. Fans voiced outrage over AI deepfakes in gossip, with some criticizing Deuxmoi for sharing unverified tips and others noting Benannani's past AI edits on TikTok, though she rejected any involvement. The episode underscores rising worries about manipulated media invading celebrity rumors and privacy.

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Lily-Rose Depp came across a blurry Instagram post claiming she partied with singer Aliyah Benannani at a Hollywood club—and quickly called it out as fake.

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FC Barcelona in 2009 under Guardiola, Bayern Munich in 2020 with Flick, and Paris Saint-Germain in 2025 led by Enrique stand alone as the only teams to claim the sextuple: domestic league, cup, supercup, UEFA Champions League, UEFA Super Cup, and Club World Cup or equivalent. Fans celebrate Barcelona's link, as all three managers once guided the club, while rivals like Real Madrid highlight their 15 Champions League titles and question the feat's weight. The discussion revives classic rivalries, with verified records confirming just these three European giants in the history books.

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A striking graphic honors the three clubs that swept all six major trophies in a single year, spotlighting managers Pep Guardiola, Hansi Flick, and Luis Enrique amid their gleaming silverware.

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Femi Dapson, an internet personality, and Simi Sanya exchanged vows in a private registry ceremony attended by close family and friends.

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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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Leicester raced to a 3-0 lead with goals from Divine Mukasa, Patson Daka, and Abdul Fatawu, but Southampton mounted an epic second-half rally. Ross Stewart pulled one back on 61 minutes, Jack Stephens headed in on 82, Ryan Manning leveled three minutes later, and Charles sealed the winner deep in stoppage time. The victory boosts Southampton's playoff hopes while deepening Leicester's slump, now winless in six amid a points deduction. Commentator Adam Blackmore called it one of the best games in his 30-year career.

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Down 3-0 at halftime, Southampton refused to quit. Shea Charles' 96th-minute rocket sent the away fans into absolute pandemonium at King Power Stadium.

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Social media users debate whether Arsenal's Bukayo Saka, Arsenal's Declan Rice, Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, and Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham are 'mid' players amid rival fan banter, particularly from Chelsea supporters. Discussions compare them to Eden Hazard and defend their quality by citing Saka's big chances created, improvements in tight space control, and defensive heading. Participants highlight result bias from past performances and reject claims of mediocrity despite recent form dips.

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The table-topping Gunners, six points clear of Manchester City after 25 games, saw no sign of their key attackers in Wednesday's training photos from the Sobha Realty Training Centre. Mikel Arteta stayed cautious in his presser, saying 'We will see' on their fitness for the 8pm GMT kickoff at Gtech Community Stadium, while confirming Mikel Merino faces months out from foot surgery. Despite the worries, Declan Rice grinned through drills, Thomas Partey laughed it up, and Kai Havertz impressed in the gym with flair kneeing a ball—keeping spirits high in a buzzing session with academy talents like Ethan Nwaneri.

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Arsenal's top spot feels solid, but fans hold their breath as captain Martin Ødegaard, Bukayo Saka, and Leandro Trossard missed training ahead of Thursday's test at Brentford.

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The 21-year-old Argentine winger, who moved to Chelsea from Manchester United for £40 million last summer, shared photos from Egypt's pyramids, a desert camel ride, and a Red Sea boat trip during a short mid-season break. Fans loved the stylish snaps in white linen and a shemagh scarf, with Chelsea supporters cheering his off-pitch vibe while rivals teased the Egypt pick over Dubai. After 29 appearances and six goals this season, he's recharging ahead of the February 21 Premier League clash with Burnley.

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Alejandro Garnacho stands arms-crossed in front of the Great Pyramid, tattoos gleaming under the sun, camel ride and yacht cruise close behind.

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Bertie Carvel, who plays Baelor Breakspear in HBO's 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms,' explains his character's defense of Ser Duncan the Tall in Episode 4's Trial of Seven as a split-second moral decision, inspired by Dunk and the young prince Egg. Set 90 years before 'Game of Thrones,' the series follows lowborn knight Dunk and his secret Targaryen squire amid tourneys and intrigue, earning praise for its human drama without dragons. Carvel stresses Baelor isn't inherently good—he chooses heroism despite a warrior past like the Battle of the Redgrass Field, aiming to guide Egg away from familial cruelty.

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In a tense trial by combat, Prince Baelor Targaryen faces a defining moment: protect the honorable hedge knight or follow his family's cruel path.

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A poignant scene from Darren Aronofsky's 2008 film The Wrestler has fans questioning why Rourke lost the Best Actor Oscar to Sean Penn for Milk at the 2009 Academy Awards. Rourke swept the Golden Globe and earned BAFTA and SAG nods for his raw portrayal drawn from his own comeback struggles, yet Penn prevailed amid nominees like Brad Pitt and Frank Langella. While some praise Milk's impact, many call Rourke's quiet desperation one of cinema's biggest robberies, with wrestling's Academy blind spot often cited.

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Mickey Rourke stares into the mirror as faded wrestler Randy 'The Ram' Robinson, every line on his face carrying the weight of regrets and lost glory.

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