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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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Host Iain Dale role-played as Putin on LBC Thursday evening, prompting Polanski to stress negotiation amid nuclear risks. Commentators mocked the remarks harshly, with Alex Massie comparing Polanski unfavorably to Jeremy Corbyn and James Cleverly calling them less sophisticated than children's views. While the Green Party backs Ukraine and sanctions, internal motions push to quit NATO, and defenders like Owen Jones cite past Western interventions as reasons for caution. The controversy underscores divides in British politics over Russia, Ukraine, and NATO amid U.S. shifts.

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During a live radio interview, England's Green Party leader Zack Polanski urged diplomacy with Vladimir Putin, warning of mutual nuclear obliteration if talks fail.

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Senator Elizabeth Warren accused Donald Trump of giving billions in tax breaks to Amazon. She claimed it would take an average household 100,000 years to earn that amount.

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The 41-year-old American from Georgia entered the final heat of women's monobob at Milano Cortina 2026 in second place behind Germany's Laura Nolte, but her blistering speed secured a four-heat total of 3:57.93 for the win. Teammate Kaillie Humphries took bronze, giving the U.S. a one-two podium finish. Now the most decorated Black athlete in Winter Olympics history and the oldest individual gold medalist ever, Meyers Taylor drew strength from her family—including deaf sons Nico, 5, and Noah, 3, with Nico also having Down syndrome—saying motherhood didn't stop her dreams. She credited her supportive 'village' of family and nannies, along with her faith, for the comeback.

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Trailing by a hair, Elana Meyers Taylor blasted down the track with the fastest start of the run, clinching gold by just 0.04 seconds in her fifth Olympics.

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The U.S. has set June as the target for Ukraine and Russia to agree on peace, Zelenskyy announced after UAE-hosted talks in Abu Dhabi that delivered a swap of 314 prisoners—the first in five months—and restarted U.S.-Russia military dialogues. Zelenskyy highlighted Ukrainian intelligence on Russia's 'Dmitriev package,' a proposed $12 trillion economic deal with the U.S. that draws widespread skepticism for exceeding Russia's entire GDP many times over. While no breakthroughs occurred on core issues like Donbas status or the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, upcoming Miami talks signal continued U.S. pressure, as Zelenskyy calls for strong security guarantees amid ongoing Russian strikes.

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In a closed briefing, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared a surprising U.S. push: a June deadline to end the war, amid fresh prisoner swaps but unresolved disputes over land and security.

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Oscar Bear, a Latino gay adult content creator with 278,000 followers, blends MAGA support with his NSFW brand, listing himself as an Airbnb host and Caribbean club worker. A shared screenshot prompted thousands to question how he can back MAGA, equating it to racism and anti-LGBTQ stances, while calling for cancellations. Bear responded by citing Trump's removal of a dictator from Venezuela—his home country—as his reason, insisting the movement isn't perfect but personally meaningful. The exchange highlights divides within LGBTQ communities, where some defend gay conservatives as real and varied.

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A screenshot of Oscar Bear's X profile, proudly declaring him 'The MAGA Bear,' drew sharp reactions from those who see no room for conservative politics in LGBTQ circles.

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NATO's Steadfast Dart 2026, the alliance's biggest exercise this year, brings 10,000 troops from 11 nations to Central Europe through mid-February, testing rapid deployment and teamwork. Turkey sent about 650 soldiers with 149 armored vehicles from its 66th Mechanized Infantry Brigade, arriving by the amphibious ship TCG Anadolu—a first for ground forces reaching Northern Europe by sea—plus airlifted support. NATO praised the smooth arrivals in harsh weather, while observers highlighted Turkey's rare self-reliant logistics as proof of its military strength and key alliance role.

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Turkish troops and vehicles rolled off the dock in snowy Emden, Germany, ready to join thousands of NATO allies in a massive show of unity and speed.

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Robinson endorsed Lowe, the independent MP for Great Yarmouth who launched Restore Britain around February 13, 2026, after leaving Reform UK last year. The new party, now with over 90,000 members, pushes mass deportations and remigration, drawing support from figures like Elon Musk and far-right activists. Reform fired back with Zia Yusuf's hardline speech on February 23, pledging a UK Deportation Command for illegal migrants amid ongoing small boat arrivals, though polls show Reform leading at 25% to Restore's 7%. The rift highlights tensions over immigration strategy and risks splitting the right-wing vote.

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Tommy Robinson didn't hold back on a US podcast, calling Rupert Lowe the only leader who can save Britain while slamming Nigel Farage for selling out on immigration.

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The photo, taken by Lauren Carsley during the band's February 21 headline set at Innings Festival 2026 in Arizona, shows Joseph elevated on a platform with ancient-ruin backdrops matching their Clancy World Tour style. Fans lit up feeds with reactions like 'THIS PICTURE HOLY SHIT??????' and 'holy aura,' alongside nods to 'MATRIX VIBES' and the Clique's superfans dropping to their knees. It joins a wave of shared stage moments from recent shows, highlighting the raw thrill of live performances as festival season builds.

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A black-and-white shot captures Twenty One Pilots' Tyler Joseph from behind, trench coat billowing like a cape amid red lights and misty beams at Tempe Beach Park.

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Mubadala Investment Company increased its shares in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust by nearly 46% in Q4 2025, adding 4 million shares to reach 12.7 million worth $631 million. Al Warda Investments held 8.2 million shares valued at $408 million, pushing the two funds' total over $1 billion. These U.S. regulatory filings signal growing institutional confidence in Bitcoin as a portfolio staple, even with recent ETF outflows that represent under 0.25% of assets and year-to-date net inflows.

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Abu Dhabi investors quietly ramped up their Bitcoin bets late last year, crossing a $1 billion milestone amid market dips.

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The new three-prong machine exclusive arrives February 16 through March 1 with boosted drop rates, joining foxes and penguins while boosting affection with love interests like Xavier and Zayne. Fans adore its cheeky design and Pokémon-like charm, with Aussies cheering the platypus nod, though some dread the tricky claw grabs. Meanwhile, Bashful Roll toilet paper plush hits easier two-prong machines March 9 to 15.

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A fuzzy platypus named Kiwi Curio is bouncing into Love and Deepspace's Twinkle Toys claw machines, tired of folks mistaking it for a fruit.

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Stanford University's 2025 AI Index Report reveals a significant gap in AI perceptions, with 83% of Chinese respondents viewing AI as more beneficial than harmful compared to 39% in the U.S., and higher optimism in Asian nations like Indonesia (80%) and Thailand (77%) versus Western countries such as Canada (40%). Venture capitalist David Sacks attributes U.S. skepticism to funding from effective altruism billionaires, prompting discussions on X about AI safety's role in innovation and China's advantages in open-source models, education integration, and energy infrastructure. Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang warns that China's infrastructure edge could enable it to surpass the U.S. in AI within years, intensifying global competitiveness concerns.

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Why do 83% of Chinese people embrace AI's promise while only 39% of Americans do? Stanford's latest report uncovers a stark divide fueling U.S.-China AI tensions.

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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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