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Frank McCormick, a former teacher and constitutional conservative, posted on X early Thursday asking if people enjoy Christmas aesthetics like lights, music, and decorations. Over 50 Jewish respondents largely expressed delight in the holiday's vibe and mood-boosting elements amid winter, noting cultural participation such as eating Chinese food on Christmas or decorating neighbors' trees. Many highlighted the irony that iconic songs like 'White Christmas' and 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' were written by Jewish composers including Irving Berlin and Johnny Marks. While a minority opts out, the thread with over 4,000 views reflects American pluralism and shared seasonal goodwill transcending faith.

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A simple question on X about enjoying the Christmas season sparked dozens of positive replies from Jewish users, who praised its twinkling lights, festive music, and communal joy without embracing its religious core.

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City offices closed April 3 for Good Friday, listed on the 2026 schedule as 'Spring Holiday,' prompting conservatives to contrast a deleted, plain X post with Mayor John Whitmire's ornate Eid al-Fitr greeting from March. Influencers like Damani Felder and Christian Collins shared screenshots, questioning the difference in recognition and accusing the city of anti-Christian bias. Defenders noted 'Spring Holiday' as longstanding neutral phrasing to respect church-state separation, while Houston also posted Passover greetings; neither the mayor's office nor city has responded publicly.

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Houston's simple notice calling Good Friday a 'Spring Holiday' vanished from social media amid complaints it downplayed the Christian observance next to a festive Eid message.

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Egypt trailed 1-0 at halftime to New Zealand's Finn Surman in Vancouver but roared back with Mostafa Ziko's header in the 59th, Salah's strike and assist in the 67th and 82nd for Trezeguet's goal. The Liverpool captain earned Man of the Match with his fifth goal involvement in four World Cup games, topping all Egyptians ever. Celebrations exploded from the pitch—where players dropped in sujood—to Cairo's streets at dawn, lifting Egypt to the top of Group G on four points ahead of Iran on Friday.

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After 92 years of near-misses, Mohamed Salah delivered the moment Egypt had waited for, scoring and assisting in a thrilling 3-1 comeback at BC Place.

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An ESPN UK post imagines an unstoppable attacking trio of Antoine Semenyo (Ghana, from Chelsea), Erling Haaland (Norway, Leeds-born Man City striker with 55 international goals), and Michael Olise (France, west London native now at Bayern Munich). All three chose their family roots over England, part of a trend where at least 24 players born on English soil will represent other nations in the 2026 tournament across North America. Fans highlighted a full English-born XI for other countries, from Canada's GK Owen Goodman to Scotland's Scott McTominay, fueling 'what if' dreams amid FIFA rules allowing switches based on birth, parents, or residency.

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Picture Erling Haaland in Norway red, Antoine Semenyo in Ghana yellow, and Michael Olise in France blue—all born in England, all chasing World Cup glory elsewhere.

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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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Park Bo-gum released 2026 Season's Greetings Mood Film #5 featuring him in hanbok and other visuals. He posted on Instagram about taking new footsteps with The North Face, including warm-up footage. The posts reference his involvement with the 2026 The North Face 100 Korea international trail running event.

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Jordan took a 1-0 halftime lead through Nizar Al-Rashdan's brilliant outside-of-the-boot strike in their World Cup debut, but Algeria equalized with Nadhir Benbouali's header from a Riyad Mahrez corner in the 69th minute. Amine Gouiri then poked home the winner eight minutes from time in a set-piece scramble that held up to VAR review, marking Algeria's first World Cup win since 2014. Ibrahim Maza shone brightest with five dribbles and four shots to earn Player of the Match, while Jordan exited proudly after leaving sweets and a thank-you note in their spotless dressing room.

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Jordan celebrated a stunning early goal, but Algeria's relentless second-half fightback turned the match on its head at Levi's Stadium.

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Ahead of Brazil's Group C finale against Scotland on Wednesday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Martinelli cheered Tierney's recent Scottish Premiership win with Celtic, his boyhood club after leaving Arsenal. The pair, who joined Arsenal together in 2019, now face off with Brazil atop the group on four points and Scotland needing a victory to advance after two losses. Martinelli hopes Tierney doesn't shine too brightly but made clear their deep respect and bromance endures.

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Gabriel Martinelli called Kieran Tierney 'my guy' and the kindest person he's met in football, sharing laughs about their speed battles at Arsenal training.

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Captain Ibrahim Traoré, President of Burkina Faso, stated that Libya previously enjoyed peace, free water, and social benefits including upon marriage, but now faces misery with Libyans searching for water and hundreds of thousands of children dead following the imposition of democracy. He warned that wherever democracy is installed, it results in disaster.

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Nigeria's Minister of Defence, General Christopher Gwabin Musa, and Cameroon's Joseph Beti Assomo signed the Memorandum of Understanding on Tuesday. It sets up intelligence sharing, joint operations, training, and logistics to fight terrorism, smuggling, piracy, and crime along their land and Gulf of Guinea borders. Building on past efforts like the Multinational Joint Task Force, the deal addresses ongoing threats from groups like Boko Haram, though experts stress that success depends on real implementation amid domestic challenges.

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In Yaoundé, two defense ministers shook hands on a new pact after two days of intense talks, aiming to lock down their 1,690-kilometer border against shared dangers.

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The 23-year-old Manchester United winger entered in the 56th minute against Ecuador at Philadelphia's Lincoln Financial Field, topping all players with six successful dribbles from seven attempts, two shots on target, and 86% pass accuracy. His cool 90th-minute finish from Wilfried Singo's cutback sealed a 1-0 victory—Côte d'Ivoire's first World Cup win in 12 years—breaking Ecuador's 19-game unbeaten run and marking Diallo as their youngest-ever tournament scorer. Fans raved about his instant impact, with Manchester United supporters eager to see this flair at Old Trafford after his injury-hit spells.

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In just 34 minutes off the bench, Amad Diallo turned Ecuador's defense inside out, completing six dribbles and scoring the winner for Côte d'Ivoire.

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Manchester United shared a video of forward Bryan Mbeumo visiting The Barbershop at their Carrington training facility. Mbeumo receives a haircut and humorously gives the barber a trim in return.

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South African entrepreneur Vusi Thembekwayo shared his worst flight experience ever, blasting unprofessional boarding staff who chewed gum and rolled eyes, plus severe damage to his expensive luggage. Others piled on with stories of denied boarding, lost bags, overbooked flights settled by drawing names from a hat, and rude crew amid frequent delays. Kenya Airways struggles with a $132 million loss in 2025, an aging fleet, and airport infrastructure woes, yet offers vital direct intra-Africa routes that save hours compared to rivals.

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Drenched passengers trudged down stairs from the skybridge into pouring rain at JKIA, waiting exposed on the tarmac before boarding a Kenya Airways flight.

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Kang'ata joined the Linda Mwananchi movement on Citizen TV's JKLive on June 17, praising its focus on accountability, manufacturing, education, and healthcare. He warned Sifuna cannot succeed in 2027 without partnering with regional leaders like former Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua, whom he called the voice of Mt. Kenya. The move highlights opposition fractures and Ruto's efforts to hold onto the pivotal 7 million Mt. Kenya voters ahead of next year's elections.

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On live TV, Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata publicly endorsed his old university classmate, Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna, while stressing the need for Mt. Kenya alliances.

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The Kenya Police Service posted content featuring Eliud Lagat, prompting widespread public outrage and accusations of his involvement in Albert Ojwang's death. Users criticized the post as mockery or a signal of Lagat's potential promotion to higher leadership, such as Inspector General of Police. Discussions contrasted this with figures like IG Kanja amid ongoing mourning by Albert Ojwang's family.

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Vice President Teodoro Nguema Obiang Mangue announced the collective resignation on Tuesday, following an internal review of the cabinet appointed in August 2024. The administration fell far short despite ample state resources, with failures in economic diversification like agriculture amid declining oil output. President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo, in power since 1979, expressed dissatisfaction through his party, as the oil-dependent nation grapples with persistent poverty. Mangue stressed that public responsibility demands results, and a new cabinet is expected soon.

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In a rare move, Prime Minister Manuel Osa Nsue Nsua handed in the full cabinet's resignation after they hit just 10% of their goals.

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