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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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Seven weeks after a U.S. military operation on January 3 captured former President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, killing 32 Cubans, interim President Delcy Rodríguez has dismissed Cuban advisers from key roles, turning to Venezuelan bodyguards only. This shift follows U.S. pressure, including blocked oil shipments to Cuba, and aligns with economic reforms like a new oil law granting America oversight of sales, which has funneled $1 billion in revenue. A recent poll shows 72% of Venezuelans feeling optimistic about the country's direction under Rodríguez, though opposition voices question her support and highlight fears of U.S. coercion amid calls for elections.

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With Maduro in U.S. custody, Venezuela's interim leader ordered Cuban security teams out of her guard and intelligence units—a sharp break from years of close reliance on Havana's elite protection.

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On February 19, 2026, the @NZParliament account—overseen by Clerk David Wilson—posted its final update, directing followers to Facebook or parliament.nz for news on oral questions and Royal Assent. Wilson pulled the plug after reports of Grok generating non-consensual deepfakes and child exploitation material, saying it didn't feel right for Parliament to stay on a platform allowing that. Politicians like Winston Peters and Christopher Bishop criticized the solo decision as virtue-signaling that cuts off nearly 1 million Kiwis on X, especially heading into the November election, while free speech advocates argue it denies voters authoritative info from their top news app.

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New Zealand's official Parliament account logged off X for good, pointing to disturbing reports of its AI chatbot Grok creating deepfake nudes and worse.

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The duo from Thailand's *Fourever You* series lit up The Mall Lifestore Ngamwongwan in Bangkok for a Valentine's Day fan meet during the 'Joy Luck Love' Chinese New Year 2026 celebrations. Dressed sharply with Bever in glasses and Tonliew tossing hearts, they performed songs, bantered playfully, and shared cheek-to-cheek moments that echoed their on-screen chemistry as lovers Fah and Phoon. Fans filled the Lifestyle Hall, capturing every smile and pose, while posts praised their handsome and adorable looks amid dragon dances and festive rituals.

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Bever and Tonliew stepped onto the stage in matching red leather outfits, waving to screaming fans under pink cherry blossoms and glowing lanterns.

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Chagossian First Minister Misley Mandarin formally grants the United States permission to use Diego Garcia on the Chagos Islands for strikes on Iran. The statement was issued from the new Chagossian settlement and shared widely on social media.

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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney faces criticism for treating the United States as an adversary and refusing to align closely with U.S. President Donald Trump. Alberta residents express dissent, highlighting familial ties with Americans and Alberta's economic reliance on U.S. investment. Discussions focus on escalating U.S.-Canada friction involving tariffs.

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The 2026 World Cup across the U.S., Mexico, and Canada—set for 48 teams and 104 matches in 16 cities—hits snags from violence in Mexico, where a military raid sparked chaos in Guadalajara, leading to transit halts and U.S. shelter-in-place warnings. Vancouver battles a 70,000-night hotel shortfall with soaring rates, while U.S. immigration enforcement raises visa fears for fans from 75 countries. Organizers promise boosted security and infrastructure, but dark humor online highlights doubts over the historic tournament's smooth run.

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Just three months from kickoff, Guadalajara reels from cartel leader El Mencho's death, with roadblocks and riots shaking a key host city.

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Customers in the United States and United Kingdom have flooded X with complaints against USPS, FedEx, UPS, and Royal Mail, citing delivery delays, frozen tracking updates, and misdelivered packages as the holiday rush intensifies. Specific grievances include ignored redirect requests, undeliverable marks without delivery attempts, and packages stuck in service loops despite repeated contacts. Carriers responded with standard offers to investigate via direct messages, while USPS noted a potential disruption from a Louisville airport incident on November 19; no widespread systemic issues were reported by major outlets amid pre-Thanksgiving volume spikes.

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Parcels looping endlessly between hubs and vanishing from trackers have ignited a wave of fury on X this week.

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Russia, Iran, and China began the 'Maritime Security Belt 2026' exercises on Thursday, focusing on countering maritime threats like piracy through coordinated special forces operations near the Strait of Hormuz. The drills come amid rising U.S.-Iran friction over Tehran's nuclear program, with President Trump issuing a short deadline for a deal and deploying carriers, drones, and bombers to the region. A Russian command plane's arrival in Tehran fueled online worries of escalation, though experts call it posturing tied to deepening Moscow-Tehran ties rather than war preparations.

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Helicopters hovered as Iranian and Russian special forces rappelled onto a mock hijacked ship, practicing rescues in the Gulf of Oman just as U.S. forces build up nearby.

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Elon Musk replied to a post about Robert 'Roberta' Dorgan, a transgender ice hockey player in Rhode Island who committed a mass shooting and had a large Nazi tattoo on his bicep, stating 'Make Asylums Great Again!' The phrase sparked widespread discussion on X about reinstating insane asylums in the United States to address mental health issues and street safety.

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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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The anti-war group arrived on February 20 as a peace delegation to witness fallout from January 3 U.S. strikes that bombed Caracas targets and seized Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores, now facing narco-terrorism charges in New York. They rallied with supporters chanting against U.S. influence, but drew fierce opposition from Venezuelan exiles and critics who accuse them of ignoring Maduro-era human rights abuses like torture and detentions. The visit highlights deep divides seven weeks after Maduro's ouster, with pro-Maduro media praising it while opponents demand the group meet victims.

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Medea Benjamin and CODEPINK members landed in Caracas with signs demanding Maduro's freedom, stepping into a nation still reeling from U.S. forces' dramatic capture of the former leader.

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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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Members of the Mexican Jalisco New Generation Cartel (CJNG) traveled to Ukraine to receive training in modern warfare tactics, including drone operation with models like the DJI Matrice 300 RTK and urban guerrilla warfare. The training occurred in the conflict zone, providing real battlefield experience in movement, cover, weapon handling, and withdrawal tactics. CJNG is now forming specialized units capable of operating explosive-laden drones in clashes with rival cartels and government forces.

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Canada outshot the U.S. 42-25 but Connor Hellebuyck's 41 saves, including a key third-period stop, kept them in it until Hughes' game-winner. Matt Boldy scored for America while Cale Makar tied it late for Canada, whose stars like Connor McDavid and Nathan MacKinnon couldn't break through despite McDavid's tournament MVP nod. A parody post joking that Binnington blamed food poisoning from 'homesick' Indian food in Italy exploded online, spawning memes about butter chicken and 'Canindia' that stole the post-game spotlight—even as everyone agreed the real story was USA's heroic victory.

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Jack Hughes' wrister slipped through Jordan Binnington's five-hole at 1:41 of overtime, handing Team USA a 2-1 upset and ending a 46-year gold medal drought since the Miracle on Ice.

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The summons followed Fidan's February 9 interview where he urged Iraq to tackle PKK presence in areas like Sinjar, Makhmour, and Qandil mountains, warning it threatens Baghdad's security. Iraq's Deputy Foreign Minister stressed that such issues, including the sensitive Yazidi area of Sinjar, are national matters handled through its own mechanisms, rejecting any external interference. Turkey's ambassador explained the comments as misunderstood due to translation and reaffirmed respect for Iraq's sovereignty, with both sides ending the meeting on a note of goodwill amid long-standing frictions over PKK operations and Turkish strikes in northern Iraq.

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Iraq's Foreign Ministry called in Turkey's ambassador, calling Foreign Minister Fidan's words on PKK militants an insult to their friendship and a meddle in internal affairs.

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Iran's Permanent Mission to the United Nations sent a letter to UN Secretary-General António Guterres and the Security Council, stating that if subjected to military aggression, Iran would respond decisively under Article 51 of the UN Charter. The letter considers all bases, facilities, and assets of the hostile force in the region as legitimate targets and holds the United States fully responsible for any unpredictable consequences. It references recent U.S. statements mentioning potential use of Diego Garcia and Fairford bases.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney joined the beaming athletes in Team Canada gear for a heartfelt video call, joking about his lawn bowling trophy while celebrating their win—Canada’s second long-track speed skating gold at Milano Cortina 2026. Maltais added bronze in the women’s 1500m on February 20, her third medal, while Brendan Mackay grabbed bronze in men’s freeski halfpipe, joining his fiancée Rachel Karker on the podium. Canada’s 17 medals, including five golds, keep them competitive behind Norway and the U.S. as the Games near their February 22 close.

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Ivanie Blondin, Valérie Maltais, and Isabelle Weidemann powered through Milan’s Mediolanum Forum on February 17, repeating their Beijing 2022 gold in a thrilling women’s team pursuit.

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A viral post by TaraBull claimed footage showed cartel violence with fires and burning cars in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The footage actually depicted protesters burning Waymo autonomous vehicles during immigration rallies in Los Angeles in June 2025.

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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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In 2025, China's solar generation exceeded 1,000 TWh so far, with the first half alone producing 559 TWh, a 43% increase from 2024 and surpassing hydropower for the first time. Solar capacity reached 1.08 terawatts by June, up 57% year-over-year, contributing to renewables supplying one-third of the nation's electricity. This growth outpaced demand, reducing CO2 emissions by 1% in the first half despite rising AI and EV needs, as China added 212 GW of solar capacity mid-year.

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China's solar power has surged past 1,000 terawatt-hours this year, matching the electricity from 150 to 160 nuclear reactors over nearly 10 months.

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West Ham dominated with 20 shots and 3.15 xG but couldn't break down Bournemouth keeper Petrović, settling for a gritty 0-0 draw at London Stadium. The result keeps West Ham two points from safety after 27 games, while Bournemouth extended their unbeaten run to seven matches, climbing to ninth. Rayan, the Brazilian teen subbed on from Vasco da Gama last summer, earned Puskás-level praise for his dazzling run, with fans calling him 'absurdo' and the Premier League account hailing it as one of the season's best almost-goals.

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Nineteen-year-old Rayan Vitor Simplício Rocha grabbed the ball deep in his own half, danced past four defenders over 60 yards, and curled a rocket that just kissed the post.

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Footage from the February 13-15 AU summit showed Kiir walking unsteadily during a C5 meeting, prompting widespread criticism on X about aging African leaders holding onto power despite health concerns. Commentators referenced past incidents like a 2022 event where he appeared to wet himself, and broader frustrations with figures like Uganda's Museveni, contrasting Nelson Mandela's voluntary exit. Kiir has led South Sudan since 2011 independence, through a civil war that killed nearly 400,000, with elections now set for December amid fragile peace; officials insist he remains capable, but no comment addressed the video.

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At the African Union summit in Addis Ababa, 75-year-old President Salva Kiir shuffled slowly with a cane beside his aides. The moment fueled online questions about his fitness to lead a nation still healing from war.

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The post flipped Richarlison's own taunt after Tottenham's pre-season friendly win, drawing cheers from Arsenal fans who called it iconic payback and jeers from rivals mocking Gabriel's empty trophy cabinet at age 28. Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres each scored braces in the North London Derby at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on February 22, extending Arsenal's lead at the Premier League top to five points and their unbeaten derby run since May 2022. The banter lit up online, with supporters trading barbs over hypocrisy and pressure-handling in football's trash-talk world.

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Fresh from Arsenal's 4-1 thrashing of Tottenham, defender Gabriel grabbed the Man of the Match trophy from last summer's Hong Kong Soccer Sevens and tagged Brazil teammate Richarlison with a joker emoji.

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Sunderland beat Championship side Oxford United 1-0 in the FA Cup fourth round, thanks to Diarra's 32nd-minute spot-kick after Christ Makosso's challenge on Dennis Cirkin—a call that irked Oxford with no VAR available. Manager Régis Le Bris fielded a strong lineup including Nordi Mukiele, Lutsharel Geertruida, and captain Luke O'Nien, while Oxford made nine changes but faded after a bright start. Heavy rain tested the pitch, but the game went ahead, with Sunderland's solid defense and Oxford keeper Matt Ingram's saves keeping it close until the end.

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In pouring rain at Kassam Stadium, Habib Diarra stayed ice-cool to bury a debated penalty, sending Sunderland through for the first time since 2015.

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Phantom Wallet integrated support for HyperEVM tokens from Hyperliquid on Wednesday, enabling direct swaps, bridges from Solana, Ethereum, Base, or Sui to HYPE, and token transfers in-app. The feature activates automatically but requires toggling in settings, limited to basic operations without dApp access. This move aids Hyperliquid's DeFi ecosystem, including kHYPE staking and Rysk options, amid mixed user reactions on traction.

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Phantom Wallet just unlocked HyperEVM, letting users swap, bridge from Solana or Ethereum, and transfer assets seamlessly.

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The trio freestyled 'Msunu ka Nota'—roughly 'Nota's pussy'—during Friday's bass-heavy set, turning the stage into a public clapback after Nota criticized Leehleza's lyrics as kid-unfit nonsense on the Piano Pulse podcast. This feud escalated from Nota's jabs at amapiano producers like Leehleza and Maphorisa, with the clip drawing cheers for entertainment and roasts for immaturity. Fans anticipate Nota's sharp response, spotlighting ongoing tensions in South Africa's amapiano scene between heavyweights and outspoken critics.

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DJ Maphorisa, DJ Leehleza, and Mark Khoza grabbed the mic at a live gig, chanting crude Zulu slang aimed at music exec Nota Baloyi while the crowd went wild.

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Crystal Palace beat bottom-of-the-table Wolves 1-0 at Selhurst Park, thanks to Guessand's 90th-minute strike after Wolves midfielder Ladislav Krejčí received a second yellow for kicking the ball away to delay restart. Wolves had dominated early, missing a first-half penalty saved by Dean Henderson, but the red card around the 61st minute forced them into desperate defense. The narrow victory marked Palace's first home win since November, easing pressure on manager Oliver Glasner, while Wolves boss Rob Edwards called the decision a costly blow. Fans fiercely debated the referee's call, with Wolves supporters citing inconsistent rulings elsewhere.

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With Wolves down to 10 men after a controversial red card, Crystal Palace fans held their breath through nine minutes of stoppage time—until Evann Guessand fired home the winner at the near post.

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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 their MLS season opener Saturday night, the Red Bulls beat host Orlando City 2-1 behind a first-half brace from forward Julian Hall, who netted in the 8th and 40th minutes off passes from Emil Forsberg and 16-year-old Adri Mehmeti. New coach Michael Bradley made history by starting three 17-or-younger players—Hall, Mehmeti, and defender Matthew dos Santos—in a regular-season match, with Mehmeti impressing in midfield. Orlando scored late through Tiago Carvalho, but the visitors held on thanks to solid defense and keeper Ethan Horvath, sparking locker-room celebrations and excitement for American soccer's rising talents.

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Seventeen-year-old Julian Hall scored twice on debut, celebrating like a pro as his New York Red Bulls teammates mobbed him in Orlando.

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Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes shared an Instagram message stating 'brick by brick' following the team's Premier League matches against West Ham and Everton. In those games, Fernandes scored only 2 Fantasy Premier League points each. Fans responded with complaints about his low points and turnovers alongside support for his role in the team's rebuild.

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Bukayo Saka opened the scoring early with a header from Martinelli's lay-off, and Piero Hincapie made it 2-0 soon after halftime, but Hugo Bueno pulled one back and debutant Tom Edozie leveled in the 90+4th minute via Riccardo Calafiori's own goal. Martinelli assisted the opener and had chances, yet drew ire for heavy touches, poor passes, and no further impact, with fans calling his play stagnant and lacking killer instinct. The draw cuts Arsenal's lead over Manchester City to five points ahead of the North London derby, as Declan Rice showed his fury by ripping off his shirt at full time.

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Arsenal raced to a 2-0 lead at Molineux, only for a second-half meltdown to hand Wolves a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time. Fans turned their frustration squarely on Gabriel Martinelli's shaky display.

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A photo featuring footballers including N'Golo Kanté standing while Declan Rice and Sergio Busquets are seated has sparked widespread online discussion and memes. Users question Declan Rice's inclusion and achievements compared to Kanté, Rodri, Paul Pogba, and Yaya Touré, with calls for others to stand so Kanté can sit.

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