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On November 18, X user Vivid Prowess posted a query to non-Israeli, non-Jewish followers asking their personal reasons for supporting Israel, paired with an Israeli flag image. The post garnered over 300,000 views, nearly 7,000 likes, and 3,600 replies by Thursday, featuring endorsements from figures like Brianna Wu citing strategic defense against radical ideologies and emotional ties to Jewish humanity. Responses highlighted shared values, democracy, biblical faith, historical duty, and personal stories, alongside sharp critiques amid polarized views on ongoing conflicts.

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What drives non-Israelis and non-Jews to back Israel? Vivid Prowess's viral X question exploded with 300,000 views and thousands of raw replies.

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In Ghana's 0-0 draw with England at the 2026 World Cup in Boston Stadium, Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey dazzled with a body feint that fooled Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham, drawing widespread praise online for his composure. Back after visa issues for the opener, Partey dominated midfield with five clearances and four tackles, limiting Harry Kane to just 19 touches while England held most possession under Thomas Tuchel. The clip highlighted Ghana's stubborn defense in a tight Group L, with fans joking Partey nearly 'removed Bellingham’s waist' and Arsenal supporters missing his unorthodox flair.

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Thomas Partey shielded the ball by the corner flag, dipped his shoulder, and glided past Jude Bellingham's lunge—leaving the England star hands on hips in frustration.

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Yuki Ishikawa led with 22 points, including 21 attacks at 64% efficiency, to guide Japan past Iran 25-19, 25-19, 20-25, 23-25, 15-12 in Volleyball Nations League Week 2. Iran rallied fiercely behind Milad Haghparast's 19 points, nearly pulling off a reverse sweep, but Ran Takahashi and Seita Agawa steadied Japan late. The victory keeps Japan undefeated atop the standings with 16 points, setting up a key matchup against the USA on Sunday.

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Yuki Ishikawa's ace put Japan on match point in the fifth set, sending the Arena d’Orléans crowd into a roar as they clinched another win.

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The couple donated millions earlier this year to Undue Medical Debt, which buys unpaid bills at a fraction of their value and forgives them for qualifying low-income households in California. The gift wipes $550 million, with the biggest impacts in San Diego ($99 million for 40,369 people) and Los Angeles ($26.7 million for 17,466). 'When someone is sick, the focus should be on healing, not bills,' the donors said, as recipients get confirmation letters starting mid-July.

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Imagine getting a letter this summer saying your medical bills are gone—no more collection calls, just relief to focus on healing. That's the reality for over 261,000 low-income families, thanks to Snapchat CEO Evan Spiegel and Miranda Kerr.

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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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Trump told the Faith & Freedom Coalition audience that Khomeini and others in Iran feared Soleimani's power, calling the Baghdad Airport strike the biggest event in 100 years. The remark drew confusion since Khomeini died in 1989, three decades before the operation, leading many to assume he meant current Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, killed this year in U.S.-Israeli actions. Iran expert Arash Azizi agreed Trump likely meant Khamenei and noted informal Tehran views that Soleimani threatened regime insiders amid his Quds Force leadership and attacks on U.S. forces.

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At a conservative conference in Washington, D.C., Trump revisited his 2020 drone strike on General Qasem Soleimani, saying even top Iranian leaders like Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini were glad to see him gone.

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Harry Kane reached 70 goals in all competitions during the 2025/26 season, overtaking Cristiano Ronaldo's record of 69 goals from 2011/12 and Lionel Messi's second-best of 69 from 2012/13. Only Lionel Messi's 82 goals in 2011/12 stand above Kane's tally in the 21st century. He also recorded 7 assists in 60 games.

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As Senegal's official team photographer, Talla couldn't reach Toronto for the crucial Group I finale against Iraq on June 26 due to visa issues plaguing the African delegation. Instead, he photographed the broadcast with passion, his 'PHOTO 1588' vest visible as he captured the Lions of Teranga's record 5-0 rout—the biggest win ever by an African side at a World Cup. The result boosted Senegal to third in the group with a +2 goal difference, keeping their knockout dreams alive, while Talla's creative shots and words—“Inside or outside the field, my passion remains the same”—inspired many amid the tournament's border frustrations.

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Stuck in his U.S. hotel room without a Canadian visa, Sidy Talla grabbed his camera and snapped Senegal's epic 5-0 victory right off the TV screen.

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Posted on June 22, the poll offers four combos: Davido with Ronaldo, Wizkid with Messi, Davido with Messi, or Wizkid with Ronaldo. It gained traction right after Messi's hat-trick in Argentina's World Cup opener on June 17 and Wizkid's new album tease on June 20. Fans favor Wizkid and Messi as effortless talents, while others back Davido and Ronaldo for their grind and flair, sparking memes and team rivalries. The matchup blends Nigeria's music scene with football divides, uniting fans through playful comparisons.

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A simple poll asks fans to match Afrobeats stars Davido and Wizkid with football legends Messi and Ronaldo. Loyalties clash in a mix of music and soccer passion.

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In their World Cup 2026 opener in Houston, Portugal led early through Joao Neves' header but conceded a stoppage-time equalizer from Yoane Wissa, despite 70% possession and missed chances from Cristiano Ronaldo. The Manchester United legend compared Martinez's handling of Portugal to his Belgium tenure, where they hit third place in 2018 but won no major trophies amid tactical criticisms. Martinez praised his team's attitude while defending Ronaldo, as Portugal now eyes a quick response against Colombia in Group K.

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Peter Schmeichel watched Portugal drop points to DR Congo and didn't mince words, accusing Roberto Martinez of squandering another golden squad.

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Gerald “Sunny” Okafor, a Nigerian man detained for immigration issues in Japan, died in a detention center following a 4-week hunger strike. He had begged Japanese authorities to send him home, but his requests were refused.

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Stanbic Black Pirates won their fourth Uganda Rugby Premiership title—and first successful defense—with a thrilling 30-29 grand final victory over Toyota Buffaloes. Pirates led 25-13 at halftime on tries from Nathan Bwambale (two), Alex Aturinda, and Kidega, before fly-half Yasin Waiswa's 19 points fueled Buffaloes' near-comeback to 30-29. The team dedicated the win to late flanker Sydney Gongodyo, posting 'It's for Sydney' post-match amid celebrations of three straight finals.

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Captain Frank Kidega's try helped Pirates build a big halftime lead, but Buffaloes' second-half charge had the packed Kings Park Arena on edge until the final whistle.

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Access Bank's mobile app and online services went down for maintenance starting around 7 a.m. local time on April 6, 2026, leaving users unable to transfer funds, check balances, or log in during the public holiday. Customers shared screenshots and laments like 'Access bank denying access to your access money,' while the bank's X account replied that services would restore shortly. Downdetector showed peaks in app and transfer complaints, but no active outage by afternoon, highlighting digital banking's vulnerabilities on non-working days.

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On Easter Monday, with branches closed nationwide, Access Bank customers couldn't reach their money through the app—error messages everywhere as frustration built.

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Yasin Ayari struck twice from distance, including a stunner in the 7th minute, while Isak silenced doubters with his first World Cup goal on a solo run and set up Viktor Gyökeres for another. Mattias Svanberg added a quick sub goal late on, earning Isak Man of the Match in the Group F rout. Tunisia sacked coach Sabri Lamouchi hours later, hiring Hervé Renard—twice Africa Cup of Nations winner—as interim boss ahead of their Japan clash, leaving the group wide open after Netherlands-Japan drew.

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Alexander Isak burst onto the World Cup stage with a goal and two assists, powering Sweden to a dominant 5-1 win over Tunisia in Monterrey.

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A fire ripped through Gikomba Market's fish section around 2 a.m. Sunday, killing an adult man and woman while injuring 17 others; firefighters fought it for nearly 10 hours, destroying goods worth millions. Hours later, another blaze tore through homes and businesses in Mathare's Mlango Kubwa area, with no casualties reported yet but residents scrambling to safety amid cluttered iron roofs and water drums. These tragedies spotlight fire safety gaps in Nairobi's informal settlements, including illegal electrical connections, narrow roads blocking fire trucks, and calls for better planning and emergency access from figures like Faith Odhiambo.

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Thick black smoke rose over tightly packed shanties as families fled narrow alleys, just hours after a deadly market blaze claimed two lives.

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A photo resurfaced showing a young Luis Enrique, Jose Mourinho, and Pep Guardiola together with Louis van Gaal during their time connected to Ipswich Town.

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Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja announced the grant to three cooperatives—Uganda Music Promoters SACCO, National Events & Bivulu Promoters Multipurpose Cooperative Society Ltd., and Kampala and Beyond United Promoters SACCO—fulfilling a UGX 10 billion pledge after earlier delays from anti-corruption probes. The funds will act as a revolving loan source for low-interest financing to restart concerts hit by economic woes. Critics online slammed the priorities, highlighting healthcare strains like the Health Ministry's plan to phase out medical interns' UGX 1 million monthly allowances by August 2026, leaving young doctors without steady support amid hospital staffing needs.

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Music promoters in Uganda breathed a sigh of relief as President Museveni released UGX 7 billion to help revive their struggling events. But online voices quickly pointed to unpaid medical interns facing cuts to their allowances.

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The Orange Democratic Movement kicked off a high-profile caravan from Nairobi on Thursday, winding through several counties to build excitement for Sunday's Kisumu Wabiro mega rally at Kirembe Grounds. Months after Raila Odinga's death in October 2025, acting leaders like Dr. Oburu Oginga and Gladys Wanga aim to reaffirm party unity and the 'Luo Declaration' of solidarity ahead of 2027 elections. While supporters call it a turning point with entertainment and resolutions, online critics question turnout in the party's stronghold and mock the elaborate preparations.

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Vehicles decked in bright orange rolled out from Nairobi, blasting 'Tuko Tayari' as ODM gears up for a massive show of unity in Kisumu.

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A man was released from Maranjau GK Prison in Murang’a County after serving an 18-year sentence for murdering his father. His family waited for him outside the prison upon release.

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