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In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi dated Tuesday, Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed requested an investigation by December 1 into World Liberty Financial's compliance with anti-money laundering rules, sanctions, and governance. The demand stems from a September report by Accountable.US alleging the project sold $WLFI governance tokens to wallets linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, a Russian sanctions-evasion stablecoin, Iran's NoBitex exchange, and the sanctioned mixer Tornado Cash. DT Marks DEFI LLC, controlled by Donald Trump and his family, holds 22.5 billion tokens and receives 75% of sales revenue, while the project lists Trump family members in prominent roles; World Liberty Financial maintains it has robust compliance measures with no evidence of wrongdoing.

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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed have fired off a letter urging a federal probe into World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's crypto project, over alleged sales to North Korean hackers and sanctioned entities.

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In a 10-second clip from a live comedy event, non-binary Australian comedian Jordan Raskopoulos joked, 'I think we should start killing kids until they let us use whatever bathroom we want,' prompting cheers from the crowd. Conservative influencers like Oli London and Dom Lucre shared it widely, calling it a normalization of violence amid bathroom policy debates, while critics questioned how such humor lands. Defenders dismissed it as obvious dark comedy, with no public response yet from the 41-year-old performer who came out as trans in 2016. The backlash underscores ongoing clashes between edgy jokes and serious trans rights tensions.

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Onstage, Jordan Raskopoulos delivered a hyperbolic line about killing kids for bathroom access, sparking audience laughs and instant online fury.

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Manchester United supporters express divided opinions on whether to root for Chelsea against Arsenal to hinder Arsenal's Premier League title chances. Many prefer Chelsea to win or a draw to prevent Arsenal from gaining points, while others remain neutral or favor Arsenal. Discussions compare hatred levels toward Manchester United's rivals including Barcelona and Arsenal.

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President Donald Trump delivered his 2026 State of the Union address to a joint session of Congress, highlighting achievements, announcing the War on Fraud led by Vice President JD Vance, honoring victims including Iryna Zarutska's family and Dalilah Coleman, and calling on lawmakers to prioritize American citizens over illegal aliens. Republicans stood and applauded during several moments while most Democrats remained seated, with Representatives Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib shouting disruptions and Representative Al Green being removed for holding a sign. Senator John Fetterman was the notable Democrat who stood, clapped, and shook Trump's hand.

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Vance will tour a machining facility in Plover, Wisconsin, on Thursday and deliver remarks praising the Trump administration's tax cuts and economic turnaround. The visit targets the competitive 3rd Congressional District, held by Republican Rep. Derrick Van Orden, a retired Navy SEAL who flipped the seat in 2022 and held it narrowly in 2024. With Democrats eyeing it as a pickup amid the GOP's slim House majority, the stop aims to rally support ahead of the 2026 midterms in the swing state.

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Fresh off President Trump's upbeat State of the Union speech on the economy, Vice President JD Vance heads to a key Wisconsin district to spotlight manufacturing gains.

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Fans across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand are voting daily up to 50 times per category at iHeartRadio.com/awards, with Power Hours doubling each vote's weight to boost their favorites ahead of the March 26 show on FOX from the Dolby Theatre. BTS members shine with j-hope up for K-pop Artist of the Year and collabs like 'Sweet Dreams' with Miguel, while Jimin and Jungkook compete in Favorite On Screen for their 'Are You Sure?!' series; Sabrina Carpenter leads with eight nods including Artist of the Year. Leaderboards from February 20 reveal tight races, like j-hope trailing in Favorite K-Pop Collab and Sabrina topping Favorite Tour Style, with voting open until March 19.

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BTS ARMY and Sabrina Carpenter fans are coordinating votes like a well-oiled machine during the double-impact Power Hour from 8 to 9 p.m. ET.

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Fans across the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australia, and New Zealand are voting daily up to 50 times per category at iHeartRadio.com/awards, with Power Hours doubling each vote's weight to boost their favorites ahead of the March 26 show on FOX from the Dolby Theatre. BTS members shine with j-hope up for K-pop Artist of the Year and collabs like 'Sweet Dreams' with Miguel, while Jimin and Jungkook compete in Favorite On Screen for their 'Are You Sure?!' series; Sabrina Carpenter leads with eight nods including Artist of the Year. Leaderboards from February 20 reveal tight races, like j-hope trailing in Favorite K-Pop Collab and Sabrina topping Favorite Tour Style, with voting open until March 19.

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BTS ARMY and Sabrina Carpenter fans are coordinating votes like a well-oiled machine during the double-impact Power Hour from 8 to 9 p.m. ET.

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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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Harrison Krank shared a map on Monday highlighting Baja in orange, proposing the U.S. take it while Mexico appears weak. The idea gained traction hours after Mexican forces announced killing Nemesio Oseguera Cervantes, leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, sparking retaliatory attacks that killed dozens and stranded tourists in areas like Baja California. Replies mixed support for Baja's beaches and tourism potential, historical what-ifs from the Mexican-American War, jokes about Baja Blast soda, and skepticism over its poverty, cartels, and 4.5 million residents. The post captured frustrations with border violence during Trump's second term, though no policy changes followed.

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With cartel violence erupting after Mexico killed 'El Mencho,' one post suggested Trump seize Baja California and rename it West Florida. It quickly drew thousands of likes and lively replies.

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On February 25, 2009, Liverpool beat Real Madrid 1-0 in the Champions League Round of 16 first leg, thanks to Benayoun's late header from Fábio Aurélio's free-kick. They followed with a 4-0 win at Anfield, securing a 5-0 aggregate victory with goals from Steven Gerrard, Andrea Dossena, and Fernando Torres. Fans are reliving the moment through throwback videos, especially with the 2025/26 knockout draw approaching where Liverpool could face Madrid again. It's Liverpool's only competitive win at the Bernabéu against their rivals, fueling hopes for more history.

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Yossi Benayoun leaped to head home the winner in the 82nd minute, silencing the Bernabéu as Rafael Benítez pocketed his glasses in celebration.

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Videos from the February 24 event showed Lutnick greeting lawmakers, prompting backlash over emails in January 2026 Epstein files revealing he arranged a 2012 family trip to the financier's island after Epstein's 2008 conviction. Lutnick testified he visited once for lunch with his wife and children, denying knowledge of crimes and no flight logs list him. While the White House calls criticism partisan and no charges exist, the clips fueled online anger over elite accountability, even from some supporters noting his prior denials.

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Clips of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick smiling and shaking hands during Trump's State of the Union address brought his past Epstein ties back into sharp focus.

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Celebrities including Stray Kids' Seungmin, Simone Ashley and Luke Thompson from Bridgerton, Girls' Generation's Lim YoonA, Thai actor Bright Vachirawit, Liverpool FC's Curtis Jones, and Manchester City's Nico O'Reilly attended the Burberry Autumn/Winter 2026 fashion show during London Fashion Week. They were photographed by Harrison Tsui and featured in social media updates from fans and outlets like zipmagazine_hk. The event sparked discussions on the mix of entertainment and sports stars' outfits and appearances.

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The couple, high school sweethearts married in May 2025 with a baby boy born in August, shared the beach photos on Instagram. Lenee captioned it boldly: 'I don't like baby steps, go get my face tatted.' Fans praised the devotion as a refreshing contrast to NFL scandals, though some critics called it over-the-top, with supporters far outnumbering detractors.

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On a sunny beach vacation, Jaguars star Travis Hunter flexed shirtless to reveal a stunning new tattoo: his wife Leanna Lenee's face inked right over his heart, next to their son's image.

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The Magpies welcome Qarabag tonight with a commanding aggregate advantage, thanks to Gordon's stunning haul in the first leg. Eddie Howe brings back Sven Botman from injury in a rotated lineup featuring Aaron Ramsdale, Kieran Trippier, and attackers like William Osula and Harvey Barnes, while urging focus on victory before dreaming bigger. Qarabag, fresh from a domestic break, face a steep climb against a hungry Newcastle side and raucous home crowd. Howe eyes a deep run, telling players to think 'what if?' as St. James' Park gears up for potential early celebrations.

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Anthony Gordon's four-goal explosion in Baku last week has Newcastle United one step from the Champions League last-16, hosting a must-win night at St. James' Park.

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On January 15, the Wicked stars posed casually with Gloria Groom, Chair and Curator of European Painting and Sculpture, right after announcing their roles in a 2027 West End revival of Sunday in the Park with George—Bailey as artist George Seurat and Grande as his muse Dot. Bailey wore a cozy cardigan and jeans, while Grande rocked an oversized gray tee, baggy pants, and her signature pouty smile, holding a museum tote. Fans loved the nod to the painting that inspired the musical, though some teased her low-key look with inpatient jokes, while defenders championed casual museum style and her iconic expression.

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Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey grinned in front of Seurat's iconic pointillist masterpiece at Chicago's Art Institute, joined by the museum's curator for a perfectly timed art stop.

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Viktor Gyokeres, playing for Arsenal, has scored 15 goals in all competitions despite heavy criticism and fewer minutes than rivals Benjamin Sesko, Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike, and Alexander Isak, sparking heated discussions on X. Comparisons highlight his 10 Premier League goals with 0 assists at 174 minutes per goal against Sesko's 7 goals and 1 assist at 162 minutes per goal, alongside disputes over Joao Pedro's 17 non-penalty goals and Isak's performances.

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Alternative MUFC released a comedic video recap of Manchester United's match against Everton, highlighting moments such as Bruno Fernandes arguing with the referee and crying on the bench. The video incorporates humorous elements like royal rumbles, dinosaurs, and satellite lugs despite the game's poor quality. Manchester United fans praised the video as brilliant and hilarious.

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The 24-year-old Dutch center-back, signed for £40 million from Wolfsburg in 2023, stands out for his pace and composure despite Tottenham's woes—sitting 16th with 29 points from 26 games, winless in domestic play this year. Manchester United lead the chase for him as a backline upgrade, with Liverpool eyeing a successor to Virgil van Dijk and Real Madrid monitoring closely. Reports say he's expected to leave in summer 2025, contract talks frozen until season's end, as Spurs fear a firesale if relegated.

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Tottenham's speedy defender Micky van de Ven has caught the eye of Europe's elite clubs, just as his team battles to stay in the Premier League. Fans are buzzing over whether he'll jump ship this summer.

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During a speech, President Donald Trump claimed that every Democrat voted against tax cuts benefiting the American lower and middle class, prompting Democrats to stand and cheer in agreement. Posts highlight specific tax savings under the new law for single filers, families, and tipped workers earning around $50,000 annually, with reductions up to $3,448.

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Collins holds the 17th spot in the presidential line of succession and marks a rare consecutive turn in the role, a Cold War-era tradition ensuring government continuity during major gatherings. House Democrats selected Rep. Mike Thompson, a Vietnam veteran from California, who announced his pick on social media while tying it to calls for accountability on administration policies. Both will watch from secure locations as President Trump delivers his speech at 9 p.m. ET, highlighting bipartisan precautions for worst-case scenarios.

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Doug Collins, the Veterans Affairs Secretary and former Georgia congressman, steps away from the Capitol once again to serve as designated survivor during tonight's address.

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The Warriors (20-9, 16-2 MAAC) secured their first outright MAAC regular-season crown Sunday at home in North Andover, Massachusetts—their second year in the league after moving from the NEC. Kennedy led with 20 points, six rebounds, seven assists, and five steals in the instant classic, where Iona forced overtime with a buzzer basket before Merrimack clamped down to win. Coach Joe Gallo rebuilt the team after losing his entire starting five, earning the No. 1 seed and a tournament bye as they chase an NCAA bid on an eight-game streak.

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Freshman Kevair Kennedy dazzled with steals and scores as Merrimack rallied from late deficits to edge Iona 88-86 in double overtime.

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