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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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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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The 18-year-old Barcelona star explained in a recent interview that he started wearing the bandage after the gaming accident, noticing it made him look like Benzema, whose KB9 nickname his teammates chanted as a joke. Benzema himself made the wrap famous in 2019 after fracturing his pinky in a La Liga match but chose to play on rather than miss time for surgery. Fans from both Barcelona and Real Madrid lit up with reactions, joking about the cross-rivalry nod while noting other Barca players like Raphinha and Lewandowski have worn similar ones.

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Lamine Yamal punched his TV in a heated PlayStation rage, swelled up his fingers, and turned the mishap into his lucky hand wrap – all inspired by Real Madrid's Karim Benzema.

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Bandai Namco confirmed Dragon Ball: Xenoverse 3 in April 2026, set for 2027 release on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC with a new 'Age 1000' story by Akira Toriyama. At Summer Game Fest on June 5, creators like Ndukauba shared photos in front of event banners and merch, fueling excitement for the June 7 Xbox Games Showcase. Fans hope for gameplay footage or a release date, building on Xenoverse 2's ongoing success with deeper customization and time-travel battles ahead.

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Content creators posed with Xenoverse 3 hats and massive billboards at Summer Game Fest, hinting at something big just around the corner.

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In Spain's La Isla de las Tentaciones season 8, early 2025, Montoya watched bonfire footage of girlfriend Anita getting intimate with tempter Manuel, sparking his chaotic nighttime dash chased by crew. The clip amassed over 320 million views on X, spawning parodies and global memes while outlets like BBC praised its unfiltered drama. The couple reunited on the show but split later amid pressures, with Montoya now thriving in TV and events as fans mark the anniversary with nostalgia.

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Under a stormy sky, José Carlos Montoya dropped to his knees, shirt half-off, then sprinted barefoot across the beach in raw heartbreak. The host's desperate '¡Montoya, por favor!' call became instant legend.

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Hololive's 'holodori holomem Fortune Slip' lets users repost an image or tap a link from @holo_dreams_en to randomly get one of 54 virtual YouTubers. Tied to the new free-to-play rhythm and RPG game hololive Dreams, launched June 6, the promo has fans spamming pulls for luck, waifu claims, or laughs, with stars like Ninomae Ina'nis and Pavolia Reine joining in. The starter post hit over 3,000 likes and thousands of reposts, turning the community into a nonstop party of digital fortunes.

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Hololive talents like Kaela Kovalskia hyped her 'TRUE WAIFU PAWAAAAA' draw, while fans chased dream pulls with cheers and memes.

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Fans of Italian streamer and Miss Italia 2021 winner Zeudi Di Palma are tuning into her Twitch channel tonight at 9 p.m. Italian time, where her mom Mariarosaria will cook a tasty dish and poll viewers for the next international recipe. The stream arrives as Zeudi, with 24,500 Twitch followers, goes quiet online amid unconfirmed rumors of joining Italy's L'Isola dei Famosi 2026 reality show, with castaways reportedly heading to Asia today. Supporters call it a family effort to brighten the 46-day 'widowhood' period, filling chats with carbonara requests and global cheers from Los Angeles to Sydney.

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Mariarosaria, known as Mamma Rosaria to fans, dons a chef's hat next to fresh ham-and-cheese focaccia, ready to cook live and ease the wait for her daughter Zeudi.

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Khadijah Farrakhan, known as the First Lady of the Nation of Islam and married to Louis Farrakhan for 72 years, passed away at the age of 90. The Nation of Islam announced her death, with Minister Louis Farrakhan expressing sadness and gratitude in a statement.

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The 20-year-old LYKN main dancer, known for his cat-like charm, headlined Mami's 'Fresh & Fun with Lego' event on June 7 in Bangkok, demoing Avocado Super Boost serum and Rice Bright products for top spenders and lucky winners. Dressed in a sleek black jacket with purple accents, he raised his pinky playfully with mic in hand, creating joyful moments captured on social media. Fans from Thailand, Philippines, and Indonesia gushed over his edgy look and English quips like 'Come and catch me,' highlighting his rising star power in T-pop and beauty collabs.

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Lego flashed peace signs and danced cheekily to 'Cat Me If You Can,' drawing cheers of 'Pinky up!' from delighted fans at the vibrant gathering.

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The indie animated series The Amazing Digital Circus, created by Gooseworx and produced by Glitch Productions, launched skins for Pomni and Jax in Fortnite's Item Shop on June 12, complete with back blings like Gummigoo, emotes, and pickaxes. Fans responded with vibrant cosplays, such as SkyexSummers in a metallic Pomni suit and SweetAstochka's playful poses, alongside artwork like Skullz_Skeleton's Ragatha doll and ship art of Pomni and Jax. The excitement builds ahead of the series finale 'The Last Act' streaming on Netflix and YouTube tomorrow, blending the show's horror-humor mix into gaming fun.

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Pomni's anxious jester grin and Jax's bunny mischief jumped from screens into Fortnite, sparking a wave of cosplays and artwork that captures the show's chaotic charm.

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Sthibo, the energetic reporter from South Africa's Ama Fans Wethu TV, arrived in Mexico City earlier this month, funded by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, to cover Bafana Bafana's historic World Cup run after they stunned South Korea to advance from Group A. His unfiltered celebrations—snagging jerseys, chugging drinks, and embracing locals—have locals treating him like family, with clips racking up thousands of likes. From the Estadio Azteca opener where Mexico beat South Africa 2-0, to now as Bafana eye the round of 32, Sthibo's raw energy captures football's spirit and builds cross-border fan bonds, turning a past on-camera slap into World Cup stardom.

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Sweaty and wide-eyed, Sthibo puckers up for a kiss from a beaming Mexican fan in a green jersey, howling with joy amid the cheers.

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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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Journalist Avi Mayer shared two stark rides in Birmingham, England: Ahmed from Somaliland chatted warmly about his nation's new embassy in Jerusalem and flag-waving crowds in Hargeisa, while driver Muhammad canceled upon spotting Mayer's skullcap. The positive encounter highlights Somaliland's diplomacy with Israel, including President Irro's June 2026 visit and Israel's 2025 recognition of its independence. Mayer's story reflects rising antisemitism reports among UK Jews amid these global contrasts.

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One Uber driver in Birmingham lit up with 'Shalom!' upon hearing of Israel ties. Hours later, another sped away at the sight of a kippah.

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