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In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi dated Tuesday, Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed requested an investigation by December 1 into World Liberty Financial's compliance with anti-money laundering rules, sanctions, and governance. The demand stems from a September report by Accountable.US alleging the project sold $WLFI governance tokens to wallets linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, a Russian sanctions-evasion stablecoin, Iran's NoBitex exchange, and the sanctioned mixer Tornado Cash. DT Marks DEFI LLC, controlled by Donald Trump and his family, holds 22.5 billion tokens and receives 75% of sales revenue, while the project lists Trump family members in prominent roles; World Liberty Financial maintains it has robust compliance measures with no evidence of wrongdoing.

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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed have fired off a letter urging a federal probe into World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's crypto project, over alleged sales to North Korean hackers and sanctioned entities.

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A VA study of over 1 million veterans found the 2024-2025 COVID-19 vaccine cut COVID-linked major heart events by 37.7%, with stronger 50.7% effectiveness in those over 75 and small absolute reductions like 2 fewer events per 10,000. Published June 15, 2026, in JAMA Internal Medicine, it tracked mostly older men after shots in late 2024, showing benefits for high-risk groups but drawing skeptic fire over tiny absolute gains, healthy vaccinee bias, and observational limits. Lead author Ziyad Al-Aly stressed skipping shots leaves heart protection untapped, while critics like Alex Berenson dismissed the relative risk figures as misleading.

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For older veterans, getting the updated COVID shot alongside their flu vaccine meant fewer heart attacks and strokes tied to infections. The findings highlight real protection, especially for those over 75.

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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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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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Rodney Smith Jr. started Raising Men & Women Lawn Care Service after helping an elderly neighbor, growing it into a nonprofit where over 6,000 kids aged 8-17 have mowed 50 free lawns each for the elderly, disabled, single parents, and veterans. His open letter to the White House, shared in early June, asks to bring challengers to D.C. with his flag-themed mower for the nation's 250th birthday, hoping President Trump signs it for veterans. White House officials have responded with questions after CBS Evening News coverage, while kids like Liam and Zalen in South Dakota, Colten in Kentucky, and siblings Brenden and Laila in Iowa push through their challenges in the summer heat.

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Picture kids from across the country firing up mowers on the White House lawn for July 4—Rodney Smith Jr.'s heartfelt pitch born from a decade of teaching service through free yard work.

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BTS' 'SWIM' fell six positions to #66 on the Apple Music Global Daily Top 100. The song approaches 100 days on the chart with two days remaining. It also ranks at #194 on Spotify Daily Top Songs USA and #115 on Apple Music US Pop Genre.

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A post highlighted a word in a 5th-century Syriac lectionary manuscript, interpreted by some as "Mnhammna" or "the praised one" referring to Muhammad as prophesied by Jesus. Critics countered that the word ܡܢܚܡܢܐ (mnaḥmānā) means "Comforter" from the Semitic root n-ḥ-m, translating the Greek Parakletos for the Holy Spirit in John 14:26. Discussions emphasized linguistic differences, biblical context identifying the Comforter as the Holy Spirit dwelling in believers, and historical refutations like St. Dionysius Bar Salibi's response.

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Numerous X posts mockingly urge Ghana to 'kill themselves for Africa' during their Africa Cup of Nations match against Algeria. The repetitive phrase becomes a viral meme, with users expressing disappointment or sarcasm regardless of the match outcome. Posts reference the game context, including Algeria as the opponent.

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Philipp Lahm criticized Aleksandar Pavlović's performances in the tournament for shaky midfield play and frequent turnovers, recommending his removal from Germany's starting lineup. He advocated positioning Joshua Kimmich in midfield alongside Felix Nmecha for stability and suggesting Waldemar Anton at right-back.

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Jason Ai Williams posted a video claiming kickboxer 'Baba' completed zero pull-ups due to poor grip and form. Online debate ensued over whether the exercise was proper pull-ups or chin-ups with half-reps lacking full range of motion or dead hang. Defenders noted the athlete's kickboxing background rather than calisthenics expertise.

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The three hubs in Passenga, Mirangine, and Wiyumiririe wards offer rural youth free computers, internet, digital training, and government services, funded by NG-CDF for 2024-2026 and equipped by the ICT Ministry. Kabogo called them centers of learning to support Kenya's goal of 1,450 nationwide hubs, while backing UDA by-election candidate Samuel Muchina ahead of the July 16 vote. Supporters praised the empowerment for job skills via platforms like Ajira Digital, but critics dismissed the basic setups as outdated cyber cafes in a smartphone era, sparking debate on rural digital gaps.

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In rural Nyandarua County, youth gathered as Cabinet Secretary William Kabogo cut ribbons on new computer labs, promising a bridge from local villages to global online jobs.

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The film, once called Battle of Galwan, honors Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu and the 20 Indian soldiers lost in the 2020 clash with China. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, it stars Khan alongside Chitrangada Singh, with a message of humanity and peace through its tagline. While fans praise the intense poster and patriotic vibe, some call it propaganda, and the rename followed Chinese media criticism of the original title.

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Salman Khan stands bloodied and fierce, gripping barbed wire in a smoky battlefield—his new poster captures the raw sacrifice of real soldiers.

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The film, once called Battle of Galwan, honors Colonel Bikkumalla Santosh Babu and the 20 Indian soldiers lost in the 2020 clash with China. Directed by Apoorva Lakhia, it stars Khan alongside Chitrangada Singh, with a message of humanity and peace through its tagline. While fans praise the intense poster and patriotic vibe, some call it propaganda, and the rename followed Chinese media criticism of the original title.

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Salman Khan stands bloodied and fierce, gripping barbed wire in a smoky battlefield—his new poster captures the raw sacrifice of real soldiers.

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Kenya's government has included Kenya Medical Training College students in the Higher Education Loans Board funding, following President William Ruto's April 2026 instructions during visits to Kisii County campuses. This shift, backed by a record KSh 56.3 billion HELB allocation for 2026/2027, lets KMTC students apply via the Higher Education Financing portal or USSD *642#, replacing a limited revolving fund. Officials expect lower dropout rates and more healthcare workers like nurses and lab technicians to meet Kenya's staffing shortages.

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A student's direct appeal during President Ruto's campus visit prompted quick action, opening HELB loans to KMTC trainees nationwide.

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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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Francis-Xavier Sosu, MP for Madina, suggested during a TV interview that youth own 10 Indomie joints instead of waiting for government jobs or making noise on social media. Critics called the advice out of touch, pointing to startup costs, market saturation, and deeper issues like skills mismatches in Ghana's urban areas where youth unemployment nears 50%. Supporters like YouTuber Wode Maya praised the push for self-reliance, while the debate highlights tensions over entrepreneurship versus structural fixes like startup funding and industrial growth.

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A Ghanaian lawmaker told frustrated young people to ditch online complaints and start Indomie noodle stalls for income. His blunt words hit a nerve in a nation grappling with job shortages.

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State House spokesperson Hussein Mohamed sarcastically defended President William Ruto's punctuality, visibility, and dedication to work in response to criticisms of autocratic tendencies and excessive personal supervision raised by David Makali. The remarks quoted Makali's post accusing Ruto of micromanagement. The defense sparked polarized debate between supporters praising Ruto's hands-on approach and critics labeling it unproductive.

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The tiny island nation of Cape Verde, population 600,000, kicked off their 2026 World Cup debut with a 0-0 draw against Spain on June 15, then battled back for a 2-2 tie with Uruguay on Sunday in Miami. Irish-born defender Pico Lopes, born in Dublin to a Cape Verdean father, started both games, helping concede just two goals while Kevin Pina scored their first-ever World Cup goal from a 30-yard free kick. Switched from Ireland after a coach's LinkedIn outreach in 2018, Lopes now leads the Blue Sharks with 46 caps; even a New York bar embraced them as their local team, stocking Cape Verde's Pontche on tap.

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From a LinkedIn message to anchoring Cape Verde's defense at the World Cup, Pico Lopes' journey feels like a movie script come to life.

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Kenyan athlete Kevin Kiarie, who self-funded a trip to Singapore, publicly sought help for expenses including a China event ticket and visa. Following Jeff Koinange's announcement of his phone number on Citizen TV, Kenyans donated Ksh 206,000 in one day, adding to prior contributions of Ksh 143,000 for a total of Ksh 349,000 within four days.

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On June 26, Boston hosted a ceremony marking the 1960 independence of British Somaliland and its brief union with Italian Somaliland to form the Somali Republic. The event, now in its third year under Mayor Wu, celebrates the city's 8,000 Somali Americans for their roles in business, healthcare, and civic life, while acknowledging Somaliland's separate commemoration of the date as its national day. Though Somaliland seeks recognition for its stability and elections, Somalia views it as a path to unity, highlighting ongoing tensions reflected in the flag raising.

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Mayor Michelle Wu stood with Boston's Somali community as Somalia's flag rose over City Hall, evoking a shared past with deep divisions.

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During Adekunle Gold's sold-out Fuji Symphonic concert on May 11, Davido joined him onstage and changed the lyrics from 'Hennessy 250' to 'Martell 250,' nodding to his ongoing brand partnership. Gold updated his line to 'fine boy pass Wizzy,' sparking playful rivalry banter amid orchestral backing. The surprise collab capped a triumphant night, blending nostalgia, business savvy, and Afrobeats energy at the iconic venue.

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Davido and Adekunle Gold brought the house down at Lagos' National Theatre, turning their 2017 hit 'High' into a cheeky live remix that had the crowd roaring.

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Chelsea legend John Terry said he was the top choice for interim manager roles after Enzo Maresca left in January and Liam Rosenior was sacked in April, citing his UEFA Pro Licence, academy work, and unmatched club loyalty from 717 appearances. He knows the full-time job needs more experience but felt overlooked twice, with Under-21s coach Calum McFarlane stepping in instead. Piers Morgan called the decisions offensive, while Simon Jordan stressed coaching credentials over sentiment; fans remain divided on whether legend status warrants a short-term shot amid the club's coaching carousel.

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John Terry sat down with Piers Morgan and didn't mince words: when Chelsea needed an interim boss this season, no one was more qualified or more 'Chelsea' than him.

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BlockCoop SACCO launched Kenya's first blockchain-powered SACCO. The platform enables members to trade shares, access loans without guarantors, and track operations transparently. It uses blockchain and tokenization to enhance liquidity, governance, and efficiency in cooperative finance.

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