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The satirical meme, which quickly gained over 8,000 likes and thousands of reposts, pokes fun at a real 2025 controversy over Biden's heavy use of the autopen device for signing executive orders, pardons, and more. A House Oversight Committee report found 88% of 1,597 analyzed documents had identical autopen signatures, with Republicans like James Comer alleging aides authorized them without Biden's direct approval. Trump pushed for a DOJ probe that was later dropped, while Biden insisted he approved every decision; the joke taps into ongoing partisan divides over his presidency.

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A funny image shows Joe Biden napping at the Resolute Desk while an autopen machine signs stacks of documents for him. Conservative commentator Gunther Eagleman posted it Thursday, captioning that the autopen deserves its own wing in Biden's future library.

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The satirical meme, which quickly gained over 8,000 likes and thousands of reposts, pokes fun at a real 2025 controversy over Biden's heavy use of the autopen device for signing executive orders, pardons, and more. A House Oversight Committee report found 88% of 1,597 analyzed documents had identical autopen signatures, with Republicans like James Comer alleging aides authorized them without Biden's direct approval. Trump pushed for a DOJ probe that was later dropped, while Biden insisted he approved every decision; the joke taps into ongoing partisan divides over his presidency.

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A funny image shows Joe Biden napping at the Resolute Desk while an autopen machine signs stacks of documents for him. Conservative commentator Gunther Eagleman posted it Thursday, captioning that the autopen deserves its own wing in Biden's future library.

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Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler proposed Christian Pulisic as a transfer target for Liverpool FC. He highlighted Pulisic's age, Premier League experience, and versatility as a potential successor to Mohamed Salah.

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The Championship side, who finished 16th last season, announced a long-term deal with BOXT, a UK leader in boilers, heat pumps, solar panels, and air conditioning—moving them up from the back of shorts. Club leaders praised the partnership for shared family and community values, calling it more than just a logo on the shirt. Supporters welcomed the shift away from betting firms, with jokes like 'BOXT TO BOX' for halftime games and nods to aligning with their push for non-gambling sponsors.

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Watford fans let out a collective sigh of relief as the club ditched gambling sponsor MrQ for family-focused BOXT. Norwegian keeper Egil Selvik modeled the vibrant blue 2026/27 goalkeeper kit right under Vicarage Road stands.

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The Championship side, who finished 16th last season, announced a long-term deal with BOXT, a UK leader in boilers, heat pumps, solar panels, and air conditioning—moving them up from the back of shorts. Club leaders praised the partnership for shared family and community values, calling it more than just a logo on the shirt. Supporters welcomed the shift away from betting firms, with jokes like 'BOXT TO BOX' for halftime games and nods to aligning with their push for non-gambling sponsors.

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Watford fans let out a collective sigh of relief as the club ditched gambling sponsor MrQ for family-focused BOXT. Norwegian keeper Egil Selvik modeled the vibrant blue 2026/27 goalkeeper kit right under Vicarage Road stands.

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Ecuador pulled off a 2-1 upset over Germany at MetLife Stadium, with Gonzalo Plata's late poke past Manuel Neuer securing their knockout spot. Clips from new Arsenal signing Hincapié's booking and his dash to console Havertz fueled fan talk of Mikel Arteta's tight-knit culture, though some pointed to Havertz's annoyance at a ref's free-kick delay. Fans celebrated the 'brotherhood' as Arsenal's global influence grew amid their title defense.

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Kai Havertz reacted with frustration when Piero Hincapié got booked, flinging his arms like old teammates still shared the pitch. Moments later, Hincapié rushed to check on the fallen German ahead of his own teammate.

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Mexico made history by going unbeaten through the 2026 World Cup group stage, winning all three matches and conceding zero goals to top Group A with a 3-0 victory over the Czech Republic. Retiring goalkeeper Ochoa, tying Messi and Ronaldo with his sixth World Cup, called it a beautiful final chapter that began at the Azteca two decades ago. South Africa also advanced, stunning South Korea 1-0 for their first-ever knockout spot, while the Czechs finished last.

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Guillermo Ochoa dropped to his knees and wept on the Estadio Azteca pitch, teammates hoisting the 40-year-old legend on their shoulders for one last emotional ride.

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In Senegal's Group I opener against France at MetLife Stadium, Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr fluffed a sitter from Sadio Mane's cutback, blazing over the bar despite his deadly record of seven goals in nine games against Liverpool. France leads 1-0 on Kylian Mbappe's 66th-minute strike, with Senegal needing wins over Norway and Iraq to advance after Sarr's second big miss shifted momentum. Liverpool fans reveled in the moment, posting memes like 'Sarr scores that if he was playing against us' and joking he'd have done a bicycle kick versus the Reds, while Palace supporters lamented his rare Palace-level gaffe.

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With Senegal trailing France, Ismaila Sarr stood unmarked eight yards out in stoppage time—a golden chance turned into a sky-high blunder that Anfield supporters won't forget.

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Everton will host Champions League qualifiers LOSC Lille at Hill Dickinson Stadium on August 15, wrapping up their seven-game pre-season under David Moyes. The match comes one week before their Premier League opener against Crystal Palace, giving the squad key minutes to sharpen up. Ancelotti, son of Carlo and Lille's manager after their third-place Ligue 1 finish, brings extra buzz as fans share old photos of him in Everton gear and joke about the away turnout.

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Davide Ancelotti, once an Everton assistant in the blue kit, returns to Merseyside as Lille's new boss for a pre-season clash at the shiny new stadium.

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Everton will host Champions League qualifiers LOSC Lille at Hill Dickinson Stadium on August 15, wrapping up their seven-game pre-season under David Moyes. The match comes one week before their Premier League opener against Crystal Palace, giving the squad key minutes to sharpen up. Ancelotti, son of Carlo and Lille's manager after their third-place Ligue 1 finish, brings extra buzz as fans share old photos of him in Everton gear and joke about the away turnout.

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Davide Ancelotti, once an Everton assistant in the blue kit, returns to Merseyside as Lille's new boss for a pre-season clash at the shiny new stadium.

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In Senegal's Group I opener against France at MetLife Stadium, Crystal Palace winger Ismaila Sarr fluffed a sitter from Sadio Mane's cutback, blazing over the bar despite his deadly record of seven goals in nine games against Liverpool. France leads 1-0 on Kylian Mbappe's 66th-minute strike, with Senegal needing wins over Norway and Iraq to advance after Sarr's second big miss shifted momentum. Liverpool fans reveled in the moment, posting memes like 'Sarr scores that if he was playing against us' and joking he'd have done a bicycle kick versus the Reds, while Palace supporters lamented his rare Palace-level gaffe.

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With Senegal trailing France, Ismaila Sarr stood unmarked eight yards out in stoppage time—a golden chance turned into a sky-high blunder that Anfield supporters won't forget.

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The Umamusume Pretty Derby game released a new story chapter titled 'Main Story Act 1, Finale Part 2: Hope Shines On,' continuing from Part 1 with Special Week as the main character. Pre-orders began for official plushies featuring characters Oguri Cap, Special Week, Silence Suzuka, Gold Ship, and Haru Urara, available through retailers like AmiAmi.

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The Umamusume Pretty Derby game released a new story chapter titled 'Main Story Act 1, Finale Part 2: Hope Shines On,' continuing from Part 1 with Special Week as the main character. Pre-orders began for official plushies featuring characters Oguri Cap, Special Week, Silence Suzuka, Gold Ship, and Haru Urara, available through retailers like AmiAmi.

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Manchester United fans defend David de Gea's status as one of the greatest Premier League goalkeepers, citing his five Team of the Year selections and peak performances at Manchester United. Discussions highlight his decline after Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick against him at the 2018 World Cup and errors in his final seasons against Barcelona, in the FA Cup, and Everton. Some criticize Erik ten Hag for selling de Gea and signing inferior goalkeepers while comparing him favorably to Petr Cech, Alisson, Ederson, and David Raya.

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The Manchester United captain leads WhoScored's ratings at 7.90 after Portugal's 0-0 draw with DR Congo and 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, where he assisted Cristiano Ronaldo's second goal and created two big chances. He edges Canada's Nathan Saliba (7.80) and Spain's Pedri (7.74), blending creativity with 86% duel success across every minute played. As group stages near their end on June 26, his consistent form has United fans praising his leadership, though some debate if it matches his explosive peaks.

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In a tournament full of stars, Bruno Fernandes has quietly stood out, anchoring Portugal's midfield with precision passes and key plays that turned draws into dominance.

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Manchester United fans defend David de Gea's status as one of the greatest Premier League goalkeepers, citing his five Team of the Year selections and peak performances at Manchester United. Discussions highlight his decline after Cristiano Ronaldo's hat-trick against him at the 2018 World Cup and errors in his final seasons against Barcelona, in the FA Cup, and Everton. Some criticize Erik ten Hag for selling de Gea and signing inferior goalkeepers while comparing him favorably to Petr Cech, Alisson, Ederson, and David Raya.

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Back in 2022, Liverpool pushed for RB Leipzig's Konrad Laimer as a defensive midfielder amid injuries to players like Naby Keïta, but Leipzig blocked the sale. Laimer joined Bayern Munich on a free transfer in 2023, where he's thrived as a versatile player under Vincent Kompany. Liverpool instead signed Alexis Mac Allister, Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch, and Wataru Endo, fueling their recent push under Arne Slot—leaving fans to wonder about the road not taken.

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Jürgen Klopp dropped a transfer what-if while punditing: he eyed Konrad Laimer to lock down Liverpool's midfield, but Bayern won the race.

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The 64th successor of Hokuto Shinken from Fist of the North Star arrived as the last DLC for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Season Pass 2, announced in March 2026 and released in June for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Update 2.2.0 brings his fast, debilitating Hokuto Shinken moves—like 748 max damage strings—plus a new Stirring Ruins stage and Fist of the North Star-themed music and menus. Content creators shared wild combo videos and memes at EVO 2026, where he's playable in the demo area amid tournament hype, though not yet legal for brackets.

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Kenshiro's pressure-point strikes and sky-high combos lit up EVO Vegas screens, with creators calling him a total game-breaker right after his early access drop.

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The Manchester United captain leads WhoScored's ratings at 7.90 after Portugal's 0-0 draw with DR Congo and 5-0 win over Uzbekistan, where he assisted Cristiano Ronaldo's second goal and created two big chances. He edges Canada's Nathan Saliba (7.80) and Spain's Pedri (7.74), blending creativity with 86% duel success across every minute played. As group stages near their end on June 26, his consistent form has United fans praising his leadership, though some debate if it matches his explosive peaks.

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In a tournament full of stars, Bruno Fernandes has quietly stood out, anchoring Portugal's midfield with precision passes and key plays that turned draws into dominance.

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Barcelona's top target is Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez, the 26-year-old World Cup winner who has openly pushed for a move after scoring steadily since joining from Manchester City in 2024. Atletico president Enrique Cerezo and coach Diego Simeone refuse to sell to a La Liga rival, rejecting a €100m bid and staying firm despite rumors of €130m-plus offers. As a Plan B, 19-year-old Bournemouth forward Eli Junior Kroupi stands out with his Premier League flair, drawing interest from top clubs and carrying a €70m-€100m price tag that analysts call a bargain compared to Alvarez's cost.

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Julian Alvarez dreams of Camp Nou, but Atletico's firm stance has Barcelona turning to teenage sensation Eli Junior Kroupi as a clever alternative.

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A debate among football fans compares Tottenham Hotspur's Djed Spence to Chelsea's Reece James, prompting backlash from supporters defending James despite his injury issues. Discussions reference James's sister Lauren James and players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, including insults and accusations of engagement farming.

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The duo from Thailand's *Fourever You* series lit up The Mall Lifestore Ngamwongwan in Bangkok for a Valentine's Day fan meet during the 'Joy Luck Love' Chinese New Year 2026 celebrations. Dressed sharply with Bever in glasses and Tonliew tossing hearts, they performed songs, bantered playfully, and shared cheek-to-cheek moments that echoed their on-screen chemistry as lovers Fah and Phoon. Fans filled the Lifestyle Hall, capturing every smile and pose, while posts praised their handsome and adorable looks amid dragon dances and festive rituals.

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Bever and Tonliew stepped onto the stage in matching red leather outfits, waving to screaming fans under pink cherry blossoms and glowing lanterns.

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The club has contacted Flamengo with a €9 million (£7.7m) offer for the 27-year-old Brazilian, who joined them last summer after three years and 101 games at Spurs. Royal helped Flamengo win Copa Libertadores and Brasileirão but has faced injuries and limited starts. For Unai Emery's side, he offers Premier League experience and versatility at right-back or centre-back, filling gaps as Matty Cash's deputies depart—all while staying PSR-compliant. Flamengo needs cash after a recent sale, and talks with agents show progress ahead of Brazil's Serie A restart on July 22.

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Aston Villa are chasing Tottenham's former right-back Emerson Royal back to the Premier League, eyeing him as smart depth amid squad changes.

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On Gary Lineker's podcast, Manchester United's Harry Maguire shared the tough moment two weeks ago when Tuchel called omitted players, including him, via group FaceTime and explained sticking with his core four center-backs from qualifiers. Maguire, with 70 caps at 33, said he performed well in March camp and finished his club season strong, but called the exclusion hard to swallow while insisting he still has plenty to offer England. Meanwhile, Tino Livramento's calf injury opened the door for Trevoh Chalobah's late call-up from standby, shifting squad roles as England preps for their opener against Croatia.

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Harry Maguire picked up a FaceTime from Thomas Tuchel, only to hear his World Cup dreams shatter in front of the whole group. He didn't hide his disappointment, telling the England boss straight up that he felt he deserved a spot.

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On Gary Lineker's podcast, Manchester United's Harry Maguire shared the tough moment two weeks ago when Tuchel called omitted players, including him, via group FaceTime and explained sticking with his core four center-backs from qualifiers. Maguire, with 70 caps at 33, said he performed well in March camp and finished his club season strong, but called the exclusion hard to swallow while insisting he still has plenty to offer England. Meanwhile, Tino Livramento's calf injury opened the door for Trevoh Chalobah's late call-up from standby, shifting squad roles as England preps for their opener against Croatia.

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Harry Maguire picked up a FaceTime from Thomas Tuchel, only to hear his World Cup dreams shatter in front of the whole group. He didn't hide his disappointment, telling the England boss straight up that he felt he deserved a spot.

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IShowSpeed engaged in a conversation with former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, where Wenger advised making the right decisions on the pitch and solving problems independently without pre-set tactics. Speed referred to Wenger as 'bro,' which drew criticism for disrespect. The discussion highlighted Wenger's coaching philosophy and comparisons to past Arsenal players like Theo Walcott and Hector Bellerin.

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IShowSpeed engaged in a conversation with former Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger, where Wenger advised making the right decisions on the pitch and solving problems independently without pre-set tactics. Speed referred to Wenger as 'bro,' which drew criticism for disrespect. The discussion highlighted Wenger's coaching philosophy and comparisons to past Arsenal players like Theo Walcott and Hector Bellerin.

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NBA 2K26 MyTEAM introduced a new locker code FINALS-MVP-GM-4 redeemable for Invincible Jaylen Brown, celebrating his NBA Finals MVP performance that brought Boston their 18th championship. Players can use the code for the free shooting guard and participate in a special Challenge Group to earn Dark Matter J.R. Smith, 100 OVR Aaron Gordon, and Dark Matter Coach Tyronn Lue. The code is part of ongoing NBA Finals promotions offering rewards for each game in the series.

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The Federal Republic of Somalia commemorates the 66th anniversary of its independence from Italian colonial rule on June 26, 1960, with messages from leaders honoring the raising of the Awale flag and national unity. Somaliland celebrates the 66th anniversary of its independence from British rule on the same date, highlighting its brief sovereignty as the State of Somaliland before union with Somalia.

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The Baillie Gifford Enhanced Yield Fund, ticker $BAGEY, is an actively managed portfolio of short-term dollar corporate bonds available to professional investors in the UK, Switzerland, and Cayman Islands. Unlike wrapper-based tokenized funds, it uses the blockchain as the official ownership register, with subscriptions in USDC via a regulated UK structure; BNY Mellon handles tokenization and NatWest acts as custodian. This 'native by design' launch builds on their prior tokenized UCITS fund and signals traditional finance embracing onchain efficiency for fixed income products.

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Baillie Gifford, the Edinburgh firm famous for early Amazon bets, just put a 7% yield bond fund directly on Ethereum and Solana blockchains.

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The Baillie Gifford Enhanced Yield Fund, ticker $BAGEY, is an actively managed portfolio of short-term dollar corporate bonds available to professional investors in the UK, Switzerland, and Cayman Islands. Unlike wrapper-based tokenized funds, it uses the blockchain as the official ownership register, with subscriptions in USDC via a regulated UK structure; BNY Mellon handles tokenization and NatWest acts as custodian. This 'native by design' launch builds on their prior tokenized UCITS fund and signals traditional finance embracing onchain efficiency for fixed income products.

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Baillie Gifford, the Edinburgh firm famous for early Amazon bets, just put a 7% yield bond fund directly on Ethereum and Solana blockchains.

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Everton keeper Jordan Pickford claimed the new Microsoft Goalkeeper Performance of the Season award for his starring role in the 2-0 victory over Brighton on August 24, 2025, including a crucial 77th-minute penalty save that clinched a clean sheet. The award, based on Goalkeeper.com's OGV metric and fan votes, highlights his +1.79 score in that match at the 52,769-capacity Hill Dickinson Stadium on Liverpool's waterfront. It tops off a strong season with 11 clean sheets and the Coca-Cola Save of the Season, as fans celebrated his steady hand in Everton's rebuilding year.

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Jordan Pickford dove low to his right, palming away Danny Welbeck's penalty to secure Everton's first home win at their new stadium. Fans erupted in the gleaming stands of Hill Dickinson.

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On holiday in Greece, former Liverpool star Philippe Coutinho received an emotional welcome from fans at a shisha bar, who stood on tables belting out the club's anthem. The video shows him clapping along, a heartfelt nod to his dazzling 2013-2018 spell at Anfield where he scored 54 goals in 201 appearances. Despite his messy £142 million exit to Barcelona in 2018—which funded key signings like Van Dijk and Alisson—fans showed forgiveness runs deep, with many online calling him 'always a red.' Now 33 and a free agent after leaving Vasco da Gama, it's a reminder of Liverpool's enduring bond.

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Picture this: Philippe Coutinho chilling at a Greek beach bar when Liverpool fans spot him and lead the whole place in 'You'll Never Walk Alone.' He beams, mouths 'thank you,' clearly touched by the warmth.

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Makindye Chief Magistrate Sarah Basemera rejected bail for Lukwago on June 23, 2026, due to the seriousness of his misprision of treason charge, ongoing investigations, and risks from his networks. Prosecutors claim he knew of treason plans involving Kizza Besigye and others from 2021 to 2024 but did not report them promptly; the charge carries a possible life sentence. Despite his health issues like high blood pressure, the court ordered a hospital transfer under custody and limited visits to his wife and one lawyer. Opposition figures called the decision judicial capture, while supporters saw it as justice served.

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Erias Lukwago, the 61-year-old former Kampala mayor, learned his bail plea was denied through an electronic ruling while relatives prayed at his home.

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Makindye Chief Magistrate Sarah Basemera rejected bail for Lukwago on June 23, 2026, due to the seriousness of his misprision of treason charge, ongoing investigations, and risks from his networks. Prosecutors claim he knew of treason plans involving Kizza Besigye and others from 2021 to 2024 but did not report them promptly; the charge carries a possible life sentence. Despite his health issues like high blood pressure, the court ordered a hospital transfer under custody and limited visits to his wife and one lawyer. Opposition figures called the decision judicial capture, while supporters saw it as justice served.

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Erias Lukwago, the 61-year-old former Kampala mayor, learned his bail plea was denied through an electronic ruling while relatives prayed at his home.

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On February 19, 2026, Interior Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen denied police used tear gas at recent opposition rallies, such as Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna's event in Kitengela on February 15 and Rigathi Gachagua's church service in Nyeri on January 25. He blamed civilians who illegally obtained the canisters, possibly from rogue officers, and directed Inspector General Douglas Kanja to investigate misuse. Eyewitnesses and media attributed the incidents to police, while online skeptics questioned how civilians access police-grade munitions so easily, highlighting tensions ahead of more opposition gatherings.

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Amid chaos at rallies, crowds fled tear gas clouds while leaders like Edwin Sifuna escaped damaged stages. Cabinet Secretary Kipchumba Murkomen insists police aren't behind it.

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