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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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Journalist Julie Szego reported that doctors and nurses at The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne wore 'From the river to the sea' protest symbols and placed stickers featuring a Star of David with a red line through it on hospital toilet stalls and corridors.

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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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Kidnapped from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, Gilboa-Dalal described in a Channel 12 News interview how a captor dragged him from a shower, assaulted him despite protests invoking Islamic prohibitions, and silenced him with weapons. He emerged emaciated with potential permanent hearing loss from tunnels and homes, as one of the last living hostages freed in an October 13 exchange. His account is the second public testimony from a male survivor of sexual abuse, amid prior reports of systematic violence against hostages.

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Guy Gilboa-Dalal froze as his naked body was groped by a Hamas guard, who then pressed a knife to his neck and rifle to his head, threatening death if he spoke. The 25-year-old endured this assault after 738 days in Gaza captivity.

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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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Rep. Jim Jordan posted a critique of Democratic-led cities for ramping up sanitation only ahead of the June 11 World Cup kickoff across 16 North American cities, highlighting efforts like Seattle's removal of 5.3 million pounds of waste and Dallas's downtown transformations. His remark, which gained over 5,000 likes, fueled debates over urban decay, with supporters blaming Democratic governance and critics pointing to Republican efforts in places like Dallas. The preparations underscore high stakes for host cities expecting millions of visitors and billions in economic impact, amid ongoing political tensions.

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With the 2026 World Cup just two weeks away, cities are sweeping streets clean of trash and needles—prompting Rep. Jim Jordan to ask why it takes a global event for leaders to act.

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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz hosted French President Emmanuel Macron, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk, and outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the Federal Chancellery on June 24. They issued a joint statement vowing substantial aid to Ukraine, including sanctions on Russia, economic pressure, and support for Kyiv's energy and air defenses, while stressing a stronger NATO ahead of its July summit. Starmer, attending as caretaker after resigning on June 22, earned praise from peers like Macron for his dignity in fostering European unity, with talks signaling steady UK policy.

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Against Berlin's skyline, leaders from five nations stood together under NATO flags, pledging firm backing for Ukraine amid Russia's war.

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On June 25, 1988, in Munich's Olympiastadion, the Netherlands beat the Soviet Union 2-0 in the Euro 1988 final, their only major international trophy. Ruud Gullit headed the opener, but Van Basten's thunderous second-half volley from an impossible angle became legendary, capping a tournament run that included a hat-trick against England and a semi-final win over West Germany. Fans marked the anniversary by sharing clips, hailing it as the greatest final goal ever, with Van Basten topping the scoring charts at 23 years old.

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From a tight angle near the corner flag, Marco van Basten leaped, twisted, and unleashed a volley that stunned the keeper and sealed glory. Thirty-eight years later, fans still call it unrepeatable magic.

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Strickland reclaimed the middleweight title at UFC 328 in May with a split decision win over undefeated Khamzat Chimaev in a five-round battle, marking his second time as champ. The 35-year-old shared the update on X, vowing to stay sharp during his six-month heal-up. Speculation swirls around challengers like Nassourdine Imavov, whom he dominated before, or the winner of a potential Dricus du Plessis vs. Kamaru Usman matchup, as fans debate his next defense in the stacked 185-pound division.

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Sean Strickland isn't letting recovery time turn him into a 'fat POS' — the UFC middleweight champ just announced he's eyeing a December return to defend his belt.

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A video circulated on X showing a man alleged to be Nigerian openly distributing drugs from a car with a clearly visible license plate in Ekurhuleni, South Africa.

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Speaking to Al Arabiya English on June 16, 2026, at Minsk's Independence Palace, Lukashenko asked why the world highlights Israel's Holocaust suffering when 'they themselves have killed so many people' in Gaza, where he said women and children died and the area was wiped off the earth. Israel's Foreign Ministry called the remarks unacceptable antisemitism, especially from Belarus where Nazis killed nearly all 800,000 prewar Jews, and summoned the Belarusian ambassador for a reprimand on June 17. The comments fit into broader tensions, with Lukashenko supporting Iran's nuclear program and accusing an Israeli lobby of misleading Russia, amid his long alliance with Putin.

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In a heated interview, Belarusian leader Alexander Lukashenko questioned the Holocaust's legacy while decrying deaths in Gaza, prompting swift condemnation from Israel.

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The 22-year-old third baseman, Milwaukee's No. 6 prospect, launched his third homer in five Double-A games—his 23rd of 2026—off Biscuits pitcher Kmatz, stretching Biloxi's lead to 5-0 mid-game. Signed for $3.5 million after the Brewers drafted him 20th overall from Tennessee in 2025, Fischer boasts a scorching .294 average and 1.400 OPS since his June 15 promotion, leading the organization with 22 homers this season despite some strikeout issues. Fans are excited about his power, with his trajectory pointing toward a big-league debut in 2027.

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Andrew Fischer didn't hold back, smashing a home run right onto the roof at Riverwalk Stadium. The blast helped his Biloxi Shuckers cruise to a 5-1 victory over the Montgomery Biscuits.

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Messi's three goals against Algeria on June 16 tied him with Miroslav Klose's 16 World Cup goals at age 38, mirroring Rohit Sharma's ODI World Cup feats like seven centuries across three tournaments and a 2019 hat-trick of tons. Fans split on whether the Indian captain aligns more with Messi's natural genius or Ronaldo's grind, with one quipping Rohit's centuries outshine Ronaldo's World Cup goals. The chat blends stats, styles, and rivalries like Kohli vs. Rohit, celebrating how both Rohit at 39 and Messi at 38 keep delivering at the top.

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Lionel Messi's hat-trick in Argentina's World Cup opener brought back memories of Rohit Sharma's record-shattering centuries, fueling a lively crossover debate among fans.

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Fans discuss Marcus Rashford's performance compared to Anthony Gordon in an England match managed by Thomas Tuchel, claiming Rashford showed superior quality despite Gordon's prior starts. References include Tuchel's selection of Rashford over Gordon and Barcelona's decision to sign Gordon instead of Rashford. The conversation highlights differences in their international play, including a prior match against Ghana.

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Leone will write, direct, and produce Tortures of the Damned through Raimi and Rob Tapert's Ghost House Pictures, marking a shift from Terrifier's micro-budget slashers to a bigger studio project with a fresh tone. The film follows Terrifier 4 in pre-production, with Lionsgate praising Leone's unique vision and fan connection. A striking poster features white wing-like shapes against black, framing the blood-red title, while plot details stay secret. Horror fans eagerly await this pairing after Terrifier 3's $89.1 million box office run.

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Damien Leone, fresh off Terrifier's bloody triumphs, calls his next Lionsgate horror a dream come true alongside Evil Dead legend Sam Raimi.

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At UFC Fight Night in Baku's National Gymnastics Arena, Kazakh flyweight Asu Almabayev improved to 7-1 in the UFC by submitting American Charles Johnson via the rare Suloev Stretch at 3:33 of Round 3. Almabayev mixed striking and takedowns to stifle Johnson's boxing, isolating his leg for the fourth such finish in UFC history. The 32-year-old 'Zulfikar' avenged a prior loss and called out top contender Joshua Van, boosting his push toward the flyweight top 10.

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Asu Almabayev dragged Charles Johnson to the mat and cranked his leg overhead in a brutal Suloev Stretch, forcing a quick tap after nearly 14 minutes of control.

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Canada has ratified the Belém do Pará Convention, the 1994 Inter-American treaty dedicated solely to preventing, punishing, and eradicating violence against women as a human rights violation. Signed in March 2025 and finalized last week on June 18, it aligns with Canada's national gender-based violence strategy, which has seen over $820 million invested since 2017, plus a 10-year action plan. All OAS members except the U.S. and Cuba have now ratified it, with supporters hailing the step for regional cooperation while critics question domestic priorities like bail reforms and inclusive language.

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In Panama City, Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand stood with her counterpart to announce a milestone treaty ratification, vowing a violence-free future for women, girls, and gender-diverse people.

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The post notes Māori ancestors settled New Zealand 750 years ago, pre-dating European contact, while Anglo-Saxons arrived around 410-450 AD after Romans left, forming England's core amid layered migrations from Ice Age hunters to Normans. It questions why Britain gets labeled a 'nation of immigrants' despite most pre-20th century residents tracing to native lines, with genetics showing modern English blending 25-47% Anglo-Saxon ancestry and ancient Briton roots. Responders highlighted indigeneity as mixing history, self-identification, and politics over mere time, with one quipping the real cutoff is 'vibes, not dates.'

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A post laid out stark timelines: Māori arrived in New Zealand around 1250-1300 AD, Anglo-Saxons reached Britain 800 years earlier—yet only one group holds 'indigenous' status.

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The Auckland-based team, representing Pacific Island nations, erased an early deficit with two tries from flyhalf Patrick Pellegrini and a late score by Melani Matavao, holding off the Brumbies even after a yellow card left them short-handed. Pellegrini added 16 points through conversions, including a massive kick, in a halftime-tied thriller at GIO Stadium. Celebrations overflowed with hugs, tears, and raised fists as Miracle Fai'ilagi shared a heartfelt embrace, capping five years of flair amid financial struggles—leaving a legacy of heart as the competition shrinks next year.

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Facing liquidation and their final match, Moana Pasifika rallied from 14-0 down to upset the Brumbies, delivering the fairy-tale finish coach Tana Umaga demanded.

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The Auckland-based team, representing Pacific Island nations, erased an early deficit with two tries from flyhalf Patrick Pellegrini and a late score by Melani Matavao, holding off the Brumbies even after a yellow card left them short-handed. Pellegrini added 16 points through conversions, including a massive kick, in a halftime-tied thriller at GIO Stadium. Celebrations overflowed with hugs, tears, and raised fists as Miracle Fai'ilagi shared a heartfelt embrace, capping five years of flair amid financial struggles—leaving a legacy of heart as the competition shrinks next year.

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Facing liquidation and their final match, Moana Pasifika rallied from 14-0 down to upset the Brumbies, delivering the fairy-tale finish coach Tana Umaga demanded.

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