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President Trump delivered his February 24 State of the Union address on the economy, immigration, and a new war on fraud led by Vice President JD Vance, but Epstein survivors overshadowed the night with protests against what Democrats call a Trump administration coverup. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer brought Dani Bensky, who says Epstein abused her starting at age 17, while Rep. Ro Khanna invited Haley Robson, a controversial figure accused of recruiting teens. Bipartisan efforts shone through with Reps. Thomas Massie and Ro Khanna supporting the Epstein Files Transparency Act, highlighting a shared push for accountability amid ongoing file releases.

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More than a dozen Epstein survivors sat in the House chamber as guests of Democrats, wearing pins that read 'Stand with Survivors, Release the Files' to demand full transparency.

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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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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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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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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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Democratic Senator Alex Padilla delivered a speech in Spanish and performed alongside singer Bad Bunny at a political event.

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Tesla released mobile app version 4.51.0 this week, featuring dynamic live weather visualizations on the home screen for Powerwall, solar, and Wall Connector users. The display shows personalized conditions like rain, wind, snow, and time-of-day sun positions to provide context for energy usage and generation. Additional updates include in-app gifting, Hebrew localization, and Apollo GraphQL for faster performance; the iOS version launched November 18 with Android expected soon.

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Imagine your Tesla app's home screen mirroring real-time skies, from swirling clouds to starry nights, perfectly tracking your local sun.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney's January trip to Beijing led to China lifting its 2021 ban on Canadian beef imports due to a mad cow case, with first shipments expected soon and a boost for Alberta producers. Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald announced the news on January 20, restoring access to China's huge market amid heavy U.S. exports already in place. Yet backlash grows as beef prices hit $8.50-$10.50 per pound for ground and up to $35 for ribeye, fueled by low cattle supplies and high feed costs—prompting Conservative leaders to call it a Liberal-driven crisis while food inflation outpaces G7 averages.

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Canadian ranchers stand to gain big from China's reopened market, but sky-high beef prices at home have many shoppers grumbling.

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South Africa's Special Investigating Unit revealed on February 23, 2026, how four officials earning under R25,000 monthly amassed R16.3 million from over 2,000 fraudulent visas and permits, part of a R181 million corruption web. They approved applications without checks for bribes of R500 to R3,000, hiding funds via spouses' accounts, ghost SIM e-wallets, and small cash deposits that evaded bank flags. High-profile cases included fake permits for Prophet Shepherd Bushiri and Pastor Timothy Omotoso; Home Affairs has fired 20 staff and aims to revoke thousands of documents while pursuing recoveries.

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Low-paid government workers at Home Affairs turned visas into a lucrative side hustle, raking in millions through WhatsApp deals and sneaky bank transfers.

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Images shared on February 17 show a glittering skyline of 80-story buildings that didn't exist three years ago, coinciding with North Korea's completion of 50,000 housing units in the capital. Leader Kim Jong Un hailed the project as an epoch-making success at a handover ceremony, with construction spanning districts like Songsin, Songhwa, and Hwasong since 2021. Satellite imagery confirms the rapid development, credited to mobilized youth brigades, though critics highlight it as a showcase city masking rural struggles and funded partly by arms sales to Russia.

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Towering high-rises glow in twilight photos from Pyongyang, a city transformed in just three years amid international sanctions.

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In Crave's upcoming thriller Yaga, rising star Hudson Williams plays Henry Park, a missing fishery heir, while Clark Backo stars as detective Carson unraveling the mystery with Slavic folklore twists. Fans love their early rapport, dubbing them 'HudClark' after Backo's enthusiastic Instagram reply to Williams' stylish shoot. Williams follows his breakout role in Heated Rivalry, joining Backo and Carrie-Anne Moss in showrunner Kat Sandler's adaptation of her hit play.

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Hudson Williams shared his sleek Numéro photoshoot, and co-star Clark Backo jumped in with 'IVE FOUND YOUR PAGE AND YOULL NEVER GET RID OF ME!!!!' The fun comment captured their instant set chemistry.

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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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Williams, who died at 84, founded the St Helen’s Balconiers supporters' group in 1972 to back opener Alan Jones, turning it into a key fundraiser that improved facilities, funded awards, and organized iconic Daffodil Cricket Tours to grounds like Lord's and Old Trafford. He was heartbroken when first-class cricket ended at St Helen’s around 2019, yet stayed active, receiving a Special Recognition Award from Glamorgan in September 2025. Tributes from figures like Jack Russell and Phil Steele celebrate his unwavering passion, with the club noting his impact will never be forgotten.

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John Williams rang the bell at Old Trafford last summer, his old school tie shining as fans cheered the man who'd kept Glamorgan's spirit alive in Swansea for decades.

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Pope Leo XIV named 67-year-old Archbishop Duffy of Tuam as Bishop of Killala, allowing him to lead both neighboring Irish dioceses under the 'in persona episcopi' arrangement while keeping them administratively distinct. A native of County Cavan with a background in teaching, school leadership, and prior bishop roles, Duffy steps into the position after Bishop John Fleming's retirement in April 2024. He described the move as 'mission-driven renewal' and 'strategic adaptation' to pastoral challenges like priest shortages, quoting Jeremiah's hopeful words and earning warm support from fellow bishops. This union joins recent restructurings in Ireland's west, fostering shared governance for about 92,000 Catholics.

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After nearly two years guiding Killala as administrator, Archbishop Francis Duffy heard his permanent appointment announced following Mass at Saint Muredach’s Cathedral in Ballina.

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The Thursday post highlighted IKEA Family member pricing for classics like meatballs, salmon, and dessert at participating stores, with tickets selling out fast—though some spots like Vancouver offer a $1 breakfast instead. Online reactions mixed thrifty cheers, jokes about Waffle House alternatives, hot dog memes, and praise for affordable romance amid inflation. Parents liked family options, singles appreciated solo pricing at $17.49, and many saw it as genius Swedish flair without fine-dining costs.

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Trung Phan posted an IKEA poster for a three-course Valentine's dinner for two at just $34.99, captioning it with a promise of the biggest surprise for his wife.

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Democratic Rep. Al Green of Texas was escorted from the House Chamber during President Donald Trump's State of the Union address after displaying a sign stating 'Black People Aren't Apes.' The protest referenced a video recently shared by Trump that depicted Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes, which a White House official attributed to a staffer error and was subsequently removed. This marks the second year in a row Green has been removed from such an address.

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Arsenal Women secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Bristol City in the Adobe Women's FA Cup fifth round on Sunday. Captain Kim Little scored first in the 25th minute off a Katie McCabe free-kick, Victoria Pelova added a deflected strike in the 61st, and Katie Robinson own-goaled under pressure from Caitlin Foord eight minutes later. Despite Bristol's keeper Lauren Brzykcy denying a penalty and early chances from the hosts, Arsenal's depth shone with substitutes like Frida Maanum creating key moments, though Olivia Smith left on a stretcher after a head clash.

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Kim Little bundled home the opener from close range, her cool finish setting the tone at Meadow Park. Arsenal then turned up the heat after halftime for a dominant display.

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Arsenal Women secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Bristol City in the Adobe Women's FA Cup fifth round on Sunday. Captain Kim Little scored first in the 25th minute off a Katie McCabe free-kick, Victoria Pelova added a deflected strike in the 61st, and Katie Robinson own-goaled under pressure from Caitlin Foord eight minutes later. Despite Bristol's keeper Lauren Brzykcy denying a penalty and early chances from the hosts, Arsenal's depth shone with substitutes like Frida Maanum creating key moments, though Olivia Smith left on a stretcher after a head clash.

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Kim Little bundled home the opener from close range, her cool finish setting the tone at Meadow Park. Arsenal then turned up the heat after halftime for a dominant display.

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