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In a Church Times interview following his recent West Bank visit, Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell described Israeli military actions in Gaza as deliberately indiscriminate and genocidal acts, while labeling the West Bank a regime of apartheid and ethnic cleansing through settler expansion. He emphasized that his criticism targets state policies, not Judaism or Jewish people, and supports Church divestment from occupation-enabling companies. Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis rebuked the remarks as irresponsible and morally inverted, planning a personal letter to Cottrell amid growing divides among UK faith leaders over the Gaza conflict now in its second year.

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After witnessing settler violence in the West Bank, Archbishop Stephen Cottrell has accused Israel of genocidal acts in Gaza and apartheid in the occupied territories.

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Fawad Chaudhry proposed that Pakistan collaborate with China, Iran, and Russia to replace the Afghan Taliban regime with a moderate one to curb terrorism from Afghan soil. Discussions highlight critics' arguments that externally induced regime change would exacerbate instability and fail to resolve issues like the Durand Line dispute. References are made to past interventions, such as the replacement of Ashraf Ghani's government.

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On November 18, X user Vivid Prowess posted a query to non-Israeli, non-Jewish followers asking their personal reasons for supporting Israel, paired with an Israeli flag image. The post garnered over 300,000 views, nearly 7,000 likes, and 3,600 replies by Thursday, featuring endorsements from figures like Brianna Wu citing strategic defense against radical ideologies and emotional ties to Jewish humanity. Responses highlighted shared values, democracy, biblical faith, historical duty, and personal stories, alongside sharp critiques amid polarized views on ongoing conflicts.

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What drives non-Israelis and non-Jews to back Israel? Vivid Prowess's viral X question exploded with 300,000 views and thousands of raw replies.

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The UN General Assembly adopted a non-binding resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire, release of prisoners, and return of deported civilians and children, while reaffirming Ukraine's sovereignty within its recognized borders. It passed 107-12 with 51 abstentions, including the United States, which cited concerns over clauses distracting from negotiations. Zelenskyy and Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed the vote as proof Ukraine stands with the UN Charter, even as U.S. critics like retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg questioned the abstention after four years of war.

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On the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked 107 nations for backing a call to end the fighting and bring his people home.

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Modi's February 25 address to Israel's Knesset affirmed India's firm support for Israel, alongside new deals on defense, trade, and technology that deepened ties. Posts since February 26, like Mahesh Vikram Hegde's pro-Israel statement with over 6,700 likes and Raju Parulekar's pro-Palestine call echoed by non-Muslims, highlight splits invoking national claims, religion, counter-terrorism, and empathy. The exchanges echo India's evolving foreign policy—from non-aligned roots to balancing relations with both sides—while exposing domestic divides between Modi backers and critics. Older Pew data from 2025 showed Indians roughly split, with 34% viewing Israel favorably and 29% unfavorably.

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As Prime Minister Narendra Modi wrapped up his landmark trip to Israel, countless Indians took to X with bold declarations: 'I stand with Israel' or 'I stand with Palestine.' These posts reveal raw divisions rooted in loyalty, history, and humanity.

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On the exact anniversary of 23-year-old Ilan Halimi's death from torture by the 'Gang of Barbarians' in 2006, Macron called the fight against antisemitism 'existential for France.' He condemned its forms across ideologies, from Islamist extremism to far-right stereotypes, amid a 300% surge in acts after October 7, 2023, in a nation with Europe's largest Jewish community of 450,000. Proposing tougher penalties, judge training, and tech fines, Macron stressed that free speech ends at hate, vowing the Republic's resilience.

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Twenty years after Ilan Halimi's brutal murder, President Macron planted an oak tree—'Ilan' means 'tree' in Hebrew—in the Élysée Palace gardens as a symbol of enduring memory.

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The 1994 World Cup winner recounted urging 16-year-old Thiago to join Brazil's Seleção, only to hear from the CBF that players from foreign academies were ineligible. Thiago, who grew up in Spain's La Masia after moving there as a toddler, went on to win youth Euros and senior caps for Spain while starring at Barcelona, Bayern, and Liverpool. Mazinho's story highlights a past policy favoring homegrown talent that fans now blame for Brazil missing out on Thiago's midfield magic during their trophy drought.

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Mazinho wanted his teenage son Thiago to shine for Brazil, but a CBF policy slammed the door. Instead, the prodigy built a stellar career with Spain.

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Dearlove criticized Polanski's calls to reform NATO, expel US forces from UK bases, and form a new alliance with countries like Brazil and Mexico, labeling them absurd. These views come from Polanski's February 1 Channel 4 interview and the Greens' manifesto, which favors cutting defense spending for diplomacy. The remarks divided responses, with John Cleese urging attention to Dearlove's experience, while critics like Craig Murray and Mehdi Hasan point to his role in flawed Iraq WMD intelligence. The Greens marked a milestone as councillor Hannah Spencer won their first Westminster by-election seat in Gorton and Denton.

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Sir Richard Dearlove, who once ran MI6, called Green Party leader Zack Polanski 'really dangerous' for his ideas on rethinking NATO. The sharp words landed just before the Greens' surprise by-election win.

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Mac Donald's February 24 post argued the Ferguson effect—where post-2014 protests led police to ease proactive work, spiking homicides in black communities—remains real and ignored by media. Musk replied 'Legacy media lies relentlessly,' sparking memes, charts, and stories from users pointing to FBI data showing black Americans as half of 2015 homicide victims despite being 13% of the population. Critics dispute the link to protests, citing other factors like economics, while recent 2024-2025 drops in crime add nuance to the ongoing discussion on policing and reporting.

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Heather Mac Donald shared a video mourning overlooked black homicide victims, blaming media narratives and a pullback in policing. Elon Musk's sharp reply lit up the conversation with millions of views.

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The gavel used by President George Washington in 1793 to lay the cornerstone of the United States Capitol was brought to the House chamber for President Trump's State of the Union Address. The gavel was presented by Potomac Lodge No. 5 in the 1800s and is used ceremonially on special occasions.

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The UN General Assembly adopted a non-binding resolution demanding an immediate ceasefire, release of prisoners, and return of deported civilians and children, while reaffirming Ukraine's sovereignty within its recognized borders. It passed 107-12 with 51 abstentions, including the United States, which cited concerns over clauses distracting from negotiations. Zelenskyy and Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha welcomed the vote as proof Ukraine stands with the UN Charter, even as U.S. critics like retired Lt. Gen. Keith Kellogg questioned the abstention after four years of war.

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On the fourth anniversary of Russia's invasion, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy thanked 107 nations for backing a call to end the fighting and bring his people home.

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Fans spotted Newton in the audience on Friday for The Playboy of the Western World, where Coughlan shone as Pegeen Mike before the show's run ended Saturday at the Lyttelton Theatre. He stood first for the standing ovation, wearing the same leather jacket from his Milan hotel selfie, showing clear support after front-row seats at BOSS's Fall/Winter 2026 show. The gesture highlighted their close friendship from Bridgerton, with Coughlan earning rave reviews and NT Live screenings planned for cinemas from May 28.

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Fresh from Milan Fashion Week, Luke Newton slipped into London's National Theatre to applaud his Bridgerton co-star Nicola Coughlan's final performance.

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Fawad Chaudhry proposed that Pakistan collaborate with China, Iran, and Russia to replace the Afghan Taliban regime with a moderate one to curb terrorism from Afghan soil. Discussions highlight critics' arguments that externally induced regime change would exacerbate instability and fail to resolve issues like the Durand Line dispute. References are made to past interventions, such as the replacement of Ashraf Ghani's government.

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The Green Party secured its first parliamentary by-election victory as Spencer beat Reform UK into second and Labour's Angeliki Stogia into third, marking a 27.5-point swing against Labour since the 2024 general election. The result followed Labour MP Andrew Gwynne's resignation amid a suspension for offensive messages and health issues, with turnout at 47.6 percent. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called it a 'deeply disappointing' mid-term protest vote, defended his government's progress on inflation and NHS waits, and criticized the Greens' policies, while polls show his net favourability at minus 47.

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Hannah Spencer celebrated a stunning upset on February 26, taking 40.7 percent of the vote in a Greater Manchester seat Labour once dominated with over 50 percent.

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Roland Gunn's post compared New Zealand's past progressive policies under Jacinda Ardern—strict COVID lockdowns, gun bans, and Māori co-governance—to Oregon's issues, sparking over 1,500 likes and lively replies. Defenders pointed to the current center-right government under Christopher Luxon, the only other Anglosphere leader besides Donald Trump leaning right, while others nominated Canada or Australia instead. The back-and-forth comes ahead of New Zealand's November 7 election, amid economic pressures and debates over homelessness policies.

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An American called New Zealand 'politically deranged, like if Oregon was independent,' praising its landscapes but slamming its politics. Kiwis and others jumped in with concessions, defenses, and counter-jabs.

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The Green Party secured its first parliamentary by-election victory as Spencer beat Reform UK into second and Labour's Angeliki Stogia into third, marking a 27.5-point swing against Labour since the 2024 general election. The result followed Labour MP Andrew Gwynne's resignation amid a suspension for offensive messages and health issues, with turnout at 47.6 percent. Prime Minister Keir Starmer called it a 'deeply disappointing' mid-term protest vote, defended his government's progress on inflation and NHS waits, and criticized the Greens' policies, while polls show his net favourability at minus 47.

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Hannah Spencer celebrated a stunning upset on February 26, taking 40.7 percent of the vote in a Greater Manchester seat Labour once dominated with over 50 percent.

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At the Jewish Federations of North America's General Assembly in Washington, D.C., Senator Ted Cruz argued that the $3.8 billion in annual military aid to Israel targets shared enemies like Hamas and Hezbollah, saving U.S. lives and costs while benefiting American defense firms. He highlighted Israel's Mossad providing critical intelligence to Washington and noted post-October 7, 2023, additional aid exceeding $14 billion amid regional conflicts. Cruz warned of declining support for Israel among young Republicans influenced by social media, citing GOP tensions between traditional hawks and an isolationist 'America First' wave.

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Senator Ted Cruz slammed U.S. aid to Israel as a mere 'pittance' that delivers priceless intelligence and security gains for America.

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On February 26, Spencer secured 40.7% of the vote in the Greater Manchester seat, beating Reform UK's Matt Goodwin by 4,402 votes after Labour's MP resigned over health issues and a suspension. The result dropped Labour to third place in its former stronghold, with turnout at 47.6%. Reactions ranged from Reform leader Nigel Farage's claims of 'sectarian voting'—dismissed by police—to praise for Green leader Zack Polanski's pushback against critics, highlighting voter shifts amid economic pressures.

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Hannah Spencer, a 34-year-old plumber and local councillor, celebrated her victory as the Green Party claimed its first parliamentary by-election win ever.

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Overwatch 2's Season 13 Conquest event launched February 10, letting players pick sides weekly between heroic Overwatch and villainous Talon for missions, loot boxes, cosmetics, and an exclusive icon for winners. Talon grabbed 61% allegiance in Week 1, fueled by new leader Vendetta's coup and grim lore like Sigma's captivity, with voice lines hinting at rescues and defections. Winston supporters vent fury online, posting pleas like 'Winston never let you down' amid memes and Talon cheers, while the game adds new heroes and evolving story twists.

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Winston fans are heartbroken, calling Talon choosers traitors after a decade of the gorilla scientist's loyalty in every Overwatch match.

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Chloé Zhao's *Hamnet*, an adaptation of Maggie O'Farrell's novel, arrives on Peacock March 6—just nine days before the March 15 Oscars where it holds eight nominations including Best Picture and Best Director. The story follows Shakespeare and wife Agnes after their son Hamnet's sudden death, fictionally inspiring *Hamlet*, with standout turns from Mescal, Buckley, and young Jacobi Jupe. Earning $87 million worldwide since its Thanksgiving 2025 release, the film has drawn emotional praise for its intimacy and visuals, positioning Buckley as a Best Actress favorite after her Golden Globe and BAFTA wins.

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Paul Mescal as young Shakespeare and Jessie Buckley as Agnes face a family's heartbreaking loss from plague. Their raw performances have viewers openly sharing tears from theaters.

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