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The Knicks beat the Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 to claim their first NBA championship since 1973, sparking wild street parties outside Madison Square Garden. Fans drew parallels to Lil Mama's uninvited onstage strut during 'Empire State of Mind,' explaining it as pure New York passion now that they're feeling that euphoric high. Posts celebrated her 'vindication' with jokes like she was 'too early' for the city's dreams-made-real moment, though some still called it out of place. Alicia Keys long ago forgave the interruption as inspired by the song's vibe, and a ticker-tape parade is set for Thursday.

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New York exploded in joy as the Knicks ended their 53-year title drought, with fans channeling the same unstoppable energy that sent Lil Mama crashing Jay-Z and Alicia Keys' 2009 VMA stage.

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In a recent episode of *Evolution of a Snake*, hosts Zachary Hourihane and Madeline Rubicam reacted to listener takes likening Swift's push for credits on Olivia Rodrigo's 'Deja Vu' to Kanye West's stage crash during her 2009 MTV VMA win. They agreed there was 'something to that' but stressed West's act was premeditated while Swift's move hurt Rodrigo publicly. Furious Swifties accused the duo of betrayal after years of profiting from Swift content, with posts demanding they drop her name from their channel amid calls for boycotts.

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Taylor Swift fans turned on her own podcast analysts after the hosts called her Olivia Rodrigo's 'Kanye West' and brushed off the infamous 2009 VMA interruption as 'not that serious.'

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Prime Minister Osama Hammad issued Decision No. 113 of 2026, prohibiting citizens of Sudan, Eritrea, Ethiopia, and Somalia from entering areas controlled by the Benghazi-based government via land, sea, or air. Officials call it a step to regulate migration and strengthen border controls, with exemptions for diplomats, their families, and permitted workers in education and health. The move comes amid Libya's split governance, over 550,000 Sudanese arrivals since 2023, and criticism from Amnesty International labeling it racist and xenophobic, as the country remains a key route for dangerous Mediterranean crossings.

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In a nation already divided and strained by migration, eastern Libya's leaders drew a hard line at its borders late Tuesday.

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Brazilian influencer Vó Bahiana, with 24 million followers, posted a tearful video predicting that aliens would descend on the Brazil vs. Scotland World Cup match in Miami and abduct players and fans. Someone placed a $1.1 million bet on Polymarket against an alien abduction occurring during the match.

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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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England secured a 2-0 victory over Panama in their final Group L match at MetLife Stadium, with Jude Bellingham scoring in the 62nd minute from a corner and assisting Harry Kane's goal in the 67th minute. The win allowed England, coached by Thomas Tuchel, to finish top of the group with 7 points and advance to the Round of 32 as a seeded team. Harry Kane reached 11 World Cup goals, becoming England's all-time leading scorer ahead of Gary Lineker's record of 10.

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South Africa's 1996 constitution was the world's first to ban discrimination based on sexual orientation, and it legalized same-sex marriage in 2006, allowing adoptions and hate speech protections. Yet about 22 African countries, including Botswana, Mozambique, and Angola, have decriminalized same-sex acts, with recent moves like Namibia in 2024 and Botswana's full repeal in April 2026. While South Africa tops legal protections, public attitudes lag, and discussions highlighted ongoing violence like corrective rape plus challenges for LGBTQ+ immigrants from neighboring countries.

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A post pairing South Africa's flag with a rainbow banner claimed it's the continent's only safe haven for LGBTQ+ people. That stirred quick corrections from others noting gains elsewhere too.

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A BBC investigation called 'Manosphere Messiahs' profiles Kibe, a former radio host with over 500 million TikTok views, who promotes self-improvement and manhood through books, merchandise, and direct fan payments via M-Pesa. University student Ryan credits Kibe's advice—that women distract men from greatness—for guiding him after losing his father young, while gender expert Awino Okech says such figures exploit insecurities by blaming feminism. Kenyans debated fiercely online, with critics calling the interview embarrassing and fans defending Kibe as a vital voice in a fatherless society amid rising gender tensions.

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Andrew Kibe, wearing his signature Kifilee cap, told a BBC reporter flat out: 'Misogyny is not hate of women. No man hates a woman.' The exchange captured the raw tension around his massive following among young Kenyan men.

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A BBC investigation called 'Manosphere Messiahs' profiles Kibe, a former radio host with over 500 million TikTok views, who promotes self-improvement and manhood through books, merchandise, and direct fan payments via M-Pesa. University student Ryan credits Kibe's advice—that women distract men from greatness—for guiding him after losing his father young, while gender expert Awino Okech says such figures exploit insecurities by blaming feminism. Kenyans debated fiercely online, with critics calling the interview embarrassing and fans defending Kibe as a vital voice in a fatherless society amid rising gender tensions.

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Andrew Kibe, wearing his signature Kifilee cap, told a BBC reporter flat out: 'Misogyny is not hate of women. No man hates a woman.' The exchange captured the raw tension around his massive following among young Kenyan men.

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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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The National Elections Commission, led by Prof. Abednego Akok Kacuol, set December 22, 2026, for the country's first general election since independence in 2011, meeting the legal requirement of six months' notice. President Salva Kiir, in power since then, faces ongoing challenges from past civil war, repeated delays due to unfinished census, constitution, and security tasks, and current disputes with Riek Machar's opposition under house arrest. Hurdles include a $229 million funding gap, security risks, and UN warnings of potential violence, yet regional neighbors like Kenya and the African Union voice support for the polls as a peace milestone.

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After 15 years without a national vote, South Sudan's election commission announced a firm date, offering a glimmer of democratic hope amid lingering tensions.

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The track debuted on May 15 via BT Music Worldwide, produced by Ozedikus, and has amassed over 7 million Spotify streams while charting at No. 4 on Nigeria's Spotify Top Songs and on the UK Afrobeats chart. DJ Tunez, Wizkid's official DJ since joining Starboy in 2015, teased the visuals before their YouTube launch, featuring aerial mountain shots, cabin moments with Wizkid in shades and a 'State of Mind' hoodie, and floating lyrics. Olamide co-signed it with a fiery shoutout, as fans hype the laid-back luxury vibe while hoping for a full video next.

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One month after dropping their Afrobeats hit, DJ Tunez and Wizkid treat fans to a luxurious visualizer from a private jet at sunset.

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After three days of 'vibe coding,' Zac.eth launched bridged.gg, a site that makes transferring assets between Solana and Base feel like a real-time racing game. Users connect their wallet, select chains, and watch their car speed toward a finish line timer powered by Relay Protocol's fast cross-chain intents. Testers clocked trips as quick as 10.98 seconds, with Easter eggs like test drives and fail animations adding playful touches. Zac plans to add more chains soon, turning a once-tedious task into an engaging experience.

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Tired of staring at loading screens while bridging crypto assets? Zac.eth built bridged.gg, where you drive a virtual car across a 3D bridge as your SOL races from Solana to Base.

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Khalwale, a Luhya leader from Kakamega County, posted data showing Huduma Namba at 51.1 million registrations with Luhya at 8.6 million (16.83%), topping Kikuyu at 7.2 million (14.09%). A month later, the official 2019 census counted 47.6 million, with Kikuyu leading at 8.14 million (17.1%) and Luhya at 6.82 million (14.33%), matching KNBS records. Huduma was a biometric ID drive, not a census, and no official ethnic breakdowns exist for it, amid questions over the figures' source and longstanding census disputes in Kenya.

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Kenyan Senator Boni Khalwale shared a striking table comparing Huduma Namba registrations to the official census, putting the Luhya community ahead—until the final numbers flipped the lead to Kikuyu.

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Khalwale, a Luhya leader from Kakamega County, posted data showing Huduma Namba at 51.1 million registrations with Luhya at 8.6 million (16.83%), topping Kikuyu at 7.2 million (14.09%). A month later, the official 2019 census counted 47.6 million, with Kikuyu leading at 8.14 million (17.1%) and Luhya at 6.82 million (14.33%), matching KNBS records. Huduma was a biometric ID drive, not a census, and no official ethnic breakdowns exist for it, amid questions over the figures' source and longstanding census disputes in Kenya.

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Kenyan Senator Boni Khalwale shared a striking table comparing Huduma Namba registrations to the official census, putting the Luhya community ahead—until the final numbers flipped the lead to Kikuyu.

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Asim Iftikhar Ahmad, Pakistan's Permanent Representative to the United Nations, stated that dialogue and diplomacy consistent with the UN Charter are the only viable path toward de-escalation and lasting peace in West Asia and the Middle East. He highlighted Pakistan's sincere efforts to facilitate diplomatic engagement between concerned parties, thanking the parties, partners, and UN Secretary-General for support. Pakistan commits to continuing its constructive role in promoting dialogue for a fruitful outcome.

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The International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexism, and Transphobia—IDAHOBIT—observes its theme 'At the heart of democracy,' with organizations from the United Nations to Cricket Victoria reaffirming that LGBTQIA+ inclusion ensures everyone can live freely and participate equally. UN leaders like Secretary-General António Guterres and High Commissioner Volker Türk called for ending violence, exclusion, and bullying faced by LGBTQIA+ people, especially youth. In Australia, Parliament House flew the rainbow flag, while events across Asia-Pacific and beyond highlight progress since 2005 alongside ongoing challenges like criminalization in 65 countries.

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On May 17, 2026, flags rose and voices united worldwide to celebrate IDAHOBIT, remembering the 1990 moment when the World Health Organization removed homosexuality from its list of diseases.

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