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Arsenal drew 1-1 with Como 1907 at the Emirates in their last pre-season match before defending their 2025/26 Premier League title, then won 4-3 on penalties thanks to David Raya's two saves and Christos Tzolis' decisive kick. Myles Lewis-Skelly opened the scoring after a defensive error and celebrated with an apologetic heart gesture to the crowd, while new signing Bruno Guimarães made his debut and shared his excitement afterward. Young academy players like Marli Salmon shone alongside the stars, leaving fans buzzing about the mix of experience and youth as the real season approaches.

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Myles Lewis-Skelly scored, then formed a heart with his hands while tapping the badge, winning fans over in an instant. It was a night full of debuts, young promise, and a reunion with old friend Cesc Fabregas.

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The fun started when a user posted 'Tweet like a Premier League fan' next to Erling Haaland's grin, unleashing memes claiming La Liga stars like Messi, Pedri, and Lamine Yamal couldn't handle England's intensity. Barca supporters flipped the script, using clips of their players' flair to bait the classic 'wouldn't survive in the Prem' trope amid offseason downtime. It ties into recent chatter about Pedri's form, from early UCL sub-outs to his El Clasico mastery, but stays light-hearted tribal fun on football Twitter.

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Imagine Lionel Messi hearing he'd win zero Ballon d'Ors in the Premier League, or Pedri's silky spins dismissed as unfeasible in England. Fans are leaning into the rivalry with gleeful self-roasts.

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Party of National Unity leader Peter Munya criticized Gachagua during a Citizen TV appearance, urging courteous language and warning his style hurts unity against President William Ruto ahead of 2027. Gachagua's camp pushes back, stressing their mobilization strength in Mt. Kenya and arguing leadership should match political weight. Observers liken the public spats to family secrets spilling out, while ODM's Gladys Wanga refuses any alliance with Gachagua over value clashes, leaving the coalition's cohesion in doubt.

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In a live TV interview, Peter Munya openly hoped Rigathi Gachagua skips the opposition presidential run, calling him dictatorial and a bully toward fellow leaders.

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The Ugandan Afro-fusion star, known for hits like 'Morocco' and global gigs including the MOBO Awards, credited Lobstar and Sesse Nation for building his international fanbase, where his Spotify listeners recently topped Diamond Platnumz. He dismissed rumors of conflict, saying they're still close and he's now working differently while staying focused on music, with tours planned for Canada, Australia, Europe, and a Uganda concert by year's end. Fans praised the team's work but debated if Baraka has outgrown them, with some speculating on new influences like his girlfriend's manager.

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At his 'Just Believe Day' charity event, Joshua Baraka called his managers 'brothers' while confirming their five-year partnership has shifted to a new chapter.

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On August 12, the Brazilian forward played 71 minutes in Real Madrid's 1-0 preseason win, completing 84% of his passes but registering no goals, assists, shots on target, or chances created. Fans reacted sharply online, with some labeling him the worst player on the pitch and others tying the hostility to his recent contract renewal and high salary. While a few noted it was his first matchup against the club and urged calm ahead of the new season, the episode underscores ongoing scrutiny for the star.

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Vinicius Junior stepped onto the pitch at Abanca-Riazor Stadium, only to hear boos from the home crowd during Real Madrid's friendly against Deportivo La Coruña.

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Bier, X's head of product, shared the AI-generated image Sunday evening with no caption, replying to a user frustrated by low-quality monetization spam. Users quickly spotted the Gemini label and roasted him for not using Grok, with replies like 'X head uses Gemini over Grok' and Grok-generated counter-memes of boars or self-shooting pigs. The post gained over 2,600 likes and 600,000 views, fueling fun rivalry between the AI tools amid Elon Musk's promotion of Grok Imagine.

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Nikita Bier posted a tactical pig sniper image as a cheeky reply to spam complaints on X. Hovering revealed Google's Gemini watermark instead of xAI's Grok.

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On August 6, President William Ruto directed all public offices to replace the terms 'watchman' and 'guard' with 'private security officers,' calling the old words colonial relics that fail to show the respect these workers deserve. Speaking to thousands in Nairobi, he also warned firms to enforce minimum wage laws—some still pay as little as KSh 6,000—and launched a 60-day taskforce with ministries and police to improve training, welfare, and career paths. While supporters praised the recognition of the sector's role in public safety, critics noted it offers a new title amid unchanged low pay and hardships.

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Over 10,000 security workers in dark uniforms filled the grounds outside State House, listening as President Ruto promised them a title upgrade from 'watchman' to private security officer.

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The pre-season friendly at Seville's Benito Villamarin Stadium saw both teams reduced to 10 men after the dismissals, yet it ended in an exciting 2-2 draw. Bournemouth led through Marcus Tavernier, Betis equalized via Isco, Evanilson put the visitors back ahead, and Pablo Fornals leveled in the 81st minute. Alex Scott's red card means a one-match ban for the next friendly against Mainz, but it won't affect the Premier League opener.

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Tensions boiled over near the touchline just before halftime, with Real Betis' Antony and Bournemouth's Alex Scott both sent off in a heated push-and-shove scrum.

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Sharif Ahmadzai, 26, who fled Afghanistan as a teen, faces charges of intentional homicide, robbery, and weapons offenses after Edinburgh aid worker Lisa Ross's body was found in a suitcase in an Athens building on July 18. Authorities traced him through CCTV and her phone; Ross, 38, volunteered with refugee groups and was remembered by family and church as kind and devoted. The Red Cross removed its sympathetic animated film about Ahmadzai due to the ongoing court case, stating thoughts are with Ross's family. Online criticism grew, with Elon Musk calling the organization's empathy suicidal.

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Elisabeth-Jane Ross devoted her life to helping refugees, only for police to link her tragic death to a man once featured in a Red Cross film.

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The pop star shared a carousel of casual shots, including her in a white top, jeans, and red headscarf, tagging Álvarez and showing them close together. This is her first time publicly featuring a partner since divorcing Dalton Gomez, after months of hints and their reconnection earlier this year following her split from Ethan Slater. Fans celebrated her radiant look and openness, though some noted her quick moves between relationships, with one mentioning her concert lyric tweak about writing songs for Ricky.

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Ariana Grande posted cozy mirror selfies and embraces with Ricky Álvarez, her backup dancer from years ago, finally confirming their rekindled romance on Instagram.

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During a casual meetup with rapper Khaotic305 and Now That's TV personalities, Rihanna shared her first impressions of Miami's beauty scene in a clip posted online June 17. She contrasted the city's Brazilian Butt Lift trend with facial enhancements more typical in LA or New York, sparking millions of views, memes, and fans reminiscing about her sharp-tongued 2012 era. While many celebrated her realness, others called it body-shaming, fueling talks on beauty standards and surgery culture.

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Rihanna burst out laughing in a Miami hotel lobby, saying she's seen plenty of BBLs but no faces yet. The unfiltered quip left one woman in a pink jumpsuit stunned, her reaction turning into instant GIF gold.

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Barcelona are finalizing a €65 million fixed fee plus €5 million bonuses deal to sign Manchester City midfielder Rodri on a four-year contract. The Spain international would join an elite group including Gavi, Pedri, Frenkie de Jong, and Dani Olmo, with reports calling it potentially the best midfield in football. As part of squad changes, Ferran Torres is set to depart for PSG and even hand over his Barcelona house to Rodri. Manager Hansi Flick aims to integrate Rodri quickly before La Liga starts.

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Rodri's potential arrival at Camp Nou could create the world's strongest midfield, leaving teammate Frenkie de Jong surprised by the move.

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The 6-foot-7 Cleveland native earned Third Team All-SEC honors last season, averaging 19.3 points and 7.1 rebounds while shooting well from deep. After a court injunction granted extra eligibility, he met with Kentucky via Zoom on Monday and has strong ties to St. John’s under Rick Pitino. While programs like Indiana and Kansas show interest, his photo choices spotlight the Wildcats and Red Storm as top options in the ongoing transfer portal chase.

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Keyshawn Hall, the standout Auburn forward, shared game photos against Kentucky and St. John’s on social media, fueling buzz about his next move for a fifth year.

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On Saturday, Ghana's creative arts community gathered in Accra for the funeral of actress and entrepreneur Beverly Afaglo Baah, who passed away on May 24 at age 42 after a two-year cancer battle. Colleagues like Yvonne Nelson and Joselyn Dumas joined family and friends, with businessman Ibrahim Mahama donating GH₵200,000 to support the event. Tributes celebrated her lasting impact in film and TV, blending raw grief with traditional rites and a touch of lighter moments amid the sorrow.

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Tears flowed freely as Beverly Afaglo Baah's husband Choirmaster and their children broke down during her final rites at the State House forecourt.

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The all-time global Spotify Afrobeats artists list ranks Burna Boy first, Wizkid second, Rema third, and Davido sixth, prompting Davido's 30BG fans to note their quiet respect despite Rema passing him, while Wizkid's FC mocks the idea of anyone overtaking their star. Rema, at 25 with 6.26 billion total streams boosted by the 'Calm Down' remix with Selena Gomez, has outpaced some veterans year-to-date without a new album. Burna Boy leads daily streams at 7.15 million, Wizkid follows closely, and the rivalries underscore Afrobeats' massive growth to over 13 billion yearly Spotify streams.

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A Spotify chart screenshot lit up Afrobeats fandom, placing Rema at No. 3 ahead of Davido while Burna Boy and Wizkid hold the top spots. Fans from each camp jumped in with jabs about streams, respect, and who's truly on top.

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People host live audio Spaces, sharing links with fun captions such as 'We dey do wedding here, come and marry' or 'my bride price is very cheap.' Hosts like Shile Foreign and dc_timmie kick off chains of replies, with followers jumping in using Nigerian slang and upbeat rhymes. The lighthearted trend spreads through quotes and new sessions, matching the 'YAY!!' energy of dancing beach memes, creating easy connections and party vibes.

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Hosts fire up X Spaces with cheeky invites like 'come and marry me,' turning audio chats into lively mock weddings full of laughter.

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Posts under #OptionWaiguru highlight Waiguru's achievements, from launching Huduma Centres and procurement rules as Devolution Cabinet Secretary to water projects, land recovery, and Sagana Industrial Park in Kirinyaga. Supporters position her as a ready national leader amid ODM's demands for the Deputy President slot, Cabinet posts, and funding in coalition talks with UDA. The push reflects Mt. Kenya dynamics, where Waiguru affirmed her ambitions to represent the region nationally, as tensions rise over elite bargaining ahead of 2027 elections.

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Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru toured her county with Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on April 15, launching electricity projects and signaling unity for President Ruto's re-election bid.

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The medical doctor and former Director of Medical Services at Kenya's Ministry of Health kicked off his UDA campaign for Makueni's Senate seat with a thanksgiving event in Wote today. Drawing a big crowd, Mulwa highlighted his experience in health systems and supply chains, promising stronger oversight and accountability for the county ahead of 2027 elections. Supporters celebrated his rise from rural clinics to national roles, focusing on youth, health, and unity under #MakueniIncomingSenator.

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Under a large tent at Unoa Sports Ground, Dr. Andrew Mulwa stood with supporters, religious leaders, and locals, dedicating his Senate journey to faith and public service.

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