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The document, certified by the United States Information Agency, shows USAID providing full tuition funding for Anwar al-Awlaki, listed as a Yemeni student under a J-1 exchange visa program, though he was actually a U.S. citizen born in New Mexico. Officials encouraged the false Yemen birthplace claim to qualify him. Al-Awlaki later earned his civil engineering degree around 1994, but his path shifted after 9/11, leading him to al Qaeda leadership in Yemen until a 2011 U.S. drone strike. The resurfaced paperwork, first public in 2015 and highlighted again recently, spotlights vetting risks in taxpayer-funded programs.

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A old government form reveals how U.S. aid paid for a young student's engineering degree at Colorado State University—years before he became al Qaeda's top English-speaking voice.

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In 2025 remarks, Republican Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana called out what he saw as massive waste in USAID's $40 billion annual spending, citing funds for a transgender clinic in India, meals to al-Qaeda-linked groups, and aid to Hamas-tied organizations in Gaza. The Trump administration then slashed USAID, cutting staff to under 300 and absorbing operations into the State Department, with many examples like DEI training in Serbia and LGBTQ health in Guatemala holding up under checks. Conservatives celebrated the moves amid $39 trillion U.S. debt concerns, while critics warned of 600,000-760,000 deaths from halted programs; by 2026, Congress restored some aid with stricter rules.

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Senator John Kennedy stood on the Senate floor, listing eyebrow-raising USAID projects funded by U.S. taxpayers, from electric vehicles in Vietnam to a Sesame Street show in Iraq.

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The public broadcaster, an associate member since 1950, gained full status at the EBU's General Assembly in Prague after a statute change allowed non-European countries meeting Council of Europe standards to join. This unlocks journalism networks, data sharing, and Eurovision eligibility, with CBC President Marie-Philippe Bouchard highlighting benefits against disinformation and for cultural ties. Fans buzz with speculation on a 2027 debut featuring artists like bbno$ or Carly Rae Jepsen, though CBC has not confirmed plans beyond noting more details to come.

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CBC/Radio-Canada's new full membership in the European Broadcasting Union opens the door for Canada to compete in Eurovision, no special invite needed.

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McLaren's Will Joseph celebrated Norris' strong finish behind winner George Russell with the viral TikTok chant from 'HOT TO GO!'. Norris deadpanned 'Never again please,' and Joseph quipped it was for someone else—likely his daughters in the paddock. Fans loved the wholesome banter between the reigning champion and his trusted engineer, turning the helmet cam clip into an instant paddock favorite ahead of Sunday's Grand Prix.

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Lando Norris nailed P2 in the Canadian GP Sprint, but his engineer's wild 'H-O-T-T GOOO LANDO!' radio cheer—straight from Chappell Roan's hit—had everyone cracking up.

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Released June 20, 2025, as the second single from their EP Beautiful Chaos, 'Gabriela' hit No. 21 on the Billboard Hot 100 and No. 16 on the Global 200, charting for 28 weeks on Hot 100 and a full year on Global 200—the longest for any female group this decade. It earned a historic Grammy nomination for Best Pop Duo/Group Performance, the first for a female group since 2012, plus Best New Artist nods, platinum certifications in the US, Canada, and New Zealand, and over 296 million YouTube performance views. Fans celebrated the anniversary with stats and nostalgia, amid hopes for Manon Bannerman's return from her health hiatus and buzz for the upcoming EP WILD on August 14.

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One year ago today, KATSEYE dropped 'Gabriela,' and the six members lit up a neon mansion with fierce dances in sleek gowns. That sultry track launched them to global stardom.

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A February 19 post claimed the couple is expecting their first child together, drawing over 21,000 likes, memes about their ages—Perry at 41, Trudeau at 53—and jokes from users like psychologist Gad Saad. Fact-checks confirm no evidence supports the pregnancy; the photo is real from Perry's vacation, but the caption is unverified rumor. Their relationship went public late last year with snaps from Tokyo and holidays, and sources say it's grown more serious since Trudeau stepped down as prime minister in 2025. Both have kids from prior marriages—Perry's daughter Daisy, 5, and Trudeau's three children—and they've stayed quiet amid the buzz.

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A cozy skiing selfie of Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau lit up feeds with wild baby rumors. But no announcements from either mean it's all just fun speculation.

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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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Acquired by the Los Angeles Lakers in February 2025 in exchange for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and a 2029 first-round pick, Dončić has urged the front office to build a championship roster this summer of 2026. He specifically calls for shooters and athletic centers who excel in pick-and-rolls, high jumps for lobs, and shot-blocking. The Lakers are targeting restricted free agents like Jalen Duren and Walker Kessler, while navigating a thin center market and decisions around LeBron James' future at age 42. With free agency starting June 30, GM Rob Pelinka's moves will shape their contention window amid high fan expectations.

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Fresh off a blockbuster trade from Dallas, Luka Dončić isn't holding back—he wants shooters and a rim-running big to chase rings now.

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Brighton have upped their offer to £45 million for Tottenham's Luka Vušković, following rejections of £30m and £35m bids; Spurs want over £55m but signed him for £12m in 2023 and loaned him out. The centre-back, yet to play competitively for Spurs, impressed with loans at Radomiak Radom, Westerlo, and Hamburger SV, scoring 10 goals total, though concerns remain about his pace in the Premier League. Amid Croatia's World Cup campaign, where coach Zlatko Dalić may drop him for the Panama game, the transfer saga links to Spurs' £52m signing of Brighton's Jan Paul van Hecke, as Brighton rebuild with a €5m Venezia deal.

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Luka Vušković, the 19-year-old Croatian defender, is pushing hard for a move to Brighton after shining on loans across Europe. With personal terms agreed, he's ready to hand in a transfer request to make it happen.

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A video circulated on X showing a man alleged to be Nigerian openly distributing drugs from a car with a clearly visible license plate in Ekurhuleni, South Africa.

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Fans celebrate the 27-year-old star's looks from her 72 sold-out Short n' Sweet Tour in late 2025, Coachella 2026 headline, Grammy-nominated Man's Best Friend album, and collabs with Madonna and Stevie Nicks. They share nostalgic clips of tour highlights, her wise words on ignoring critics, and defend her amid minor rivalries. In this quieter phase with no new tour, her dedicated following keeps her sparkling in pop culture with captions like 'God took his time with Sabrina Carpenter.'

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Even after wrapping a massive tour, Sabrina Carpenter's fans fill feeds with her glittering bodysuits, sultry shoots, and that effortless glamour—like her candid hug with Anna Wintour.

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In a FADER interview, Berlin DJ horsegiirL described guiding Billie Eilish and her team to techno mecca Berghain during the singer's show there. Eilish stayed late, simply dancing in the club's no-photos, anonymous space—a rare escape from fame's spotlight. The story emerged amid horsegiirL's rising profile after her debut album *Nature Is Healing*, highlighting her equine-masked, high-energy style that fits Eilish's love for horses.

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Picture Billie Eilish dancing carefree until 7 a.m. in Berlin's legendary Berghain, free from cameras and crowds. DJ horsegiirL shared that joyful moment from last year.

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Haliey Welch, formerly known as 'Hawk Tuah Girl,' appeared live on WFAN's The Carton Show in New York to perform her catchphrase and attempt to break the New York Mets' curse amid their poor performance. The appearance referenced her prior first-pitch ceremony with the Oakland Athletics.

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Multiple X posts commend Wayne Rooney for his objective analysis, deep football understanding, and restraint during punditry on the England vs Germany match. Users contrast this positively with criticism of Alan Shearer's biased, negative, and poor commentary. The discussion references hashtags like #ENGGHA and #FIFAWorldCup.

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Columbus, Georgia, Dollar General manager Alexis Hill, 44, was shot and killed by customer Jerome Willis, 33, while straightening two crumpled $1 bills for a $1.58 purchase of hamburger buns. Willis fled but was tracked near Baker Plaza Drive, where he shot a police officer and K-9 Havoc before officers returned fire, killing him. The injured officer and K-9 Havoc are expected to recover, with Havoc undergoing surgery.

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At the 2026 Met Gala on May 4 in New York, Gu wore a custom Iris van Herpen design with 15,000 hand-formed glass bubbles, microprocessors, and air pumps that released two to five bubbles per second. Crafted over 2,550 hours by couturiers, scientists, and engineers, the dress drew from her weightless skiing tricks and the body's atomic structure, which van Herpen notes is 99.9% empty space. Gu, 22, called it the purest distillation of her art, blending her freestyle feats with fashion's whimsy, and fans overwhelmingly praised it as a moving art installation.

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Olympic skier Eileen Gu floated down the Met Gala red carpet in a gown that released real soap bubbles with every step, turning heads into a trail of iridescent magic.

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