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In 2025 remarks, Republican Senator John Kennedy from Louisiana called out what he saw as massive waste in USAID's $40 billion annual spending, citing funds for a transgender clinic in India, meals to al-Qaeda-linked groups, and aid to Hamas-tied organizations in Gaza. The Trump administration then slashed USAID, cutting staff to under 300 and absorbing operations into the State Department, with many examples like DEI training in Serbia and LGBTQ health in Guatemala holding up under checks. Conservatives celebrated the moves amid $39 trillion U.S. debt concerns, while critics warned of 600,000-760,000 deaths from halted programs; by 2026, Congress restored some aid with stricter rules.

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Senator John Kennedy stood on the Senate floor, listing eyebrow-raising USAID projects funded by U.S. taxpayers, from electric vehicles in Vietnam to a Sesame Street show in Iraq.

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The 33-year-old Swiss star shone in his Premier League debut with Sunderland after a £17million move from Leverkusen, delivering leadership, six assists, and a goal. Reports from journalists like Luca Cerchione, Florian Plettenberg, and Fabrizio Romano confirm Chelsea's opening offer, a verbal personal terms agreement, and Xhaka's readiness to join Alonso in London. Sunderland stand to profit, while Chelsea view him as a steady midfield presence amid talk of Enzo Fernandez leaving; fans debate the wisdom of the age and fee.

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Xabi Alonso wants to reunite with Granit Xhaka, the midfielder who captained Sunderland to Europe last season. Chelsea have tabled a €30million bid at his request.

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In a new interview, Shaun of the Dead star Nick Frost explains his take on Hagrid for the Max series premiering Christmas Day 2026, promising to honor Robbie Coltrane's iconic portrayal while adding depth over eight hours per season. He draws from his gentle uncle Emy and Michael Clarke Duncan's towering John Coffey in The Green Mile, portraying Hagrid as a quiet Bristol native. Frost acknowledges some fans may say 'Not my Hagrid,' but he's committed to fresh layers in this faithful book adaptation, joining stars like John Lithgow as Dumbledore amid production on Season 2.

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Nick Frost wrote 'Hagrid' 8,000 times while binge-watching the films, manifesting his dream role in HBO's upcoming Harry Potter series.

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On April 13, 2026, the day after Orthodox Easter, 27-year-old Ksenia Belousova posted a video of herself using a traditional kulich as a hookah with banana shisha, sparking outrage among believers. A Moscow court convicted her under Russia's blasphemy law for insulting religious feelings, adding 200 hours of labor to her prior three-year suspended sentence for drug possession, resulting in three years and 25 days in a penal colony. She brought her baptism certificate to court, noted her family's military service in Ukraine, and begged for a fine, but was led away in handcuffs. The case highlights rare prison terms under the law, typically resulting in fines.

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Ksenia Belousova hollowed out a sacred Easter kulich and turned it into a hookah bowl, captioning it 'Even Christ would rise from the dead for this.' The stunt led to her arrest and a courtroom plea for mercy.

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The photo, shared as BTS headed to Spain for their first Madrid concerts on June 26 and 27, showed Jungkook's passport using Revised Romanization: Jeon Jeongguk from his Korean name 전정국. Fans explained that 'Jungkook' is the stage name chosen for easier pronunciation by global audiences, leading to lighthearted memes and reminders about Korean romanization systems. Veterans noted the monthly ritual of surprise from newer ARMY, all while excitement builds for the sold-out Riyadh Air Metropolitano shows.

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A quick snap of Jungkook's boarding pass at Incheon Airport revealed his official English name as 'JEON/JEONGGUK'—prompting fans to chuckle over the familiar Jeongguk vs. Jungkook debate.

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A photo resurfaced showing a young Luis Enrique, Jose Mourinho, and Pep Guardiola together with Louis van Gaal during their time connected to Ipswich Town.

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Everton will host Champions League qualifiers LOSC Lille at Hill Dickinson Stadium on August 15, wrapping up their seven-game pre-season under David Moyes. The match comes one week before their Premier League opener against Crystal Palace, giving the squad key minutes to sharpen up. Ancelotti, son of Carlo and Lille's manager after their third-place Ligue 1 finish, brings extra buzz as fans share old photos of him in Everton gear and joke about the away turnout.

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Davide Ancelotti, once an Everton assistant in the blue kit, returns to Merseyside as Lille's new boss for a pre-season clash at the shiny new stadium.

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Stanbic Black Pirates won their fourth Uganda Rugby Premiership title—and first successful defense—with a thrilling 30-29 grand final victory over Toyota Buffaloes. Pirates led 25-13 at halftime on tries from Nathan Bwambale (two), Alex Aturinda, and Kidega, before fly-half Yasin Waiswa's 19 points fueled Buffaloes' near-comeback to 30-29. The team dedicated the win to late flanker Sydney Gongodyo, posting 'It's for Sydney' post-match amid celebrations of three straight finals.

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Captain Frank Kidega's try helped Pirates build a big halftime lead, but Buffaloes' second-half charge had the packed Kings Park Arena on edge until the final whistle.

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Botagoz, trained by Roger Varian and ridden by Ray Dawson for owner Nurlan Bizakov, rallied late to win the Group 3 JenningsBet In Delves Hoppings Fillies' Stakes at Newcastle, denying heavily favored Diamond Rain under William Buick by the narrowest of margins. The three-year-old filly by Mehmas secured her third win in four starts, bred by Yulong Investments out of Bocca Baciata.

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The 52-year-old welder demolished 13 buildings, including town hall and the police station, in a $5-7 million path of destruction fueled by years of disputes over land, zoning, and fines. No bystanders died due to quick evacuations, though Heemeyer fired rifles from inside before ending his life as the machine wedged in a store. Two decades later, his taped words like 'reasonable men must do unreasonable things' inspire some as anti-government defiance, while others see reckless endangerment in Granby's rebuilt streets.

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On June 4, 2004, Marvin Heemeyer climbed into his armored bulldozer, convinced God built him for the job, and tore through Granby's downtown for over two hours.

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On Gary Neville's Stick to Football podcast, Manchester United legend Roy Keane called out the trend of World Cup WAGs wearing jerseys with their player's name on the back, spotted during England's 4-2 win over Croatia. He questioned why it only happens at the World Cup, not weekly at places like Old Trafford, and joked about separations a year later. Ian Wright defended it as simple pride, while fans online split between loving Keane's grumpiness and calling the practice harmless support.

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Roy Keane couldn't hide his frustration during a podcast rant, eyeing wives in the stands proudly sporting their partners' names on personalized jerseys.

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Cena confirmed his appearance at WWE Backlash on May 9 at Benchmark International Arena, where he'll drop news set to reshape the WWE experience. The stacked card features Roman Reigns defending the World Heavyweight Championship against Jacob Fatu, Seth Rollins facing Bron Breakker, Iyo Sky vs. Asuka, Trick Williams defending the U.S. Title against Sami Zayn, and Danhausen teaming with a mystery partner against The Miz and Kit Wilson. Streaming starts at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN Unlimited in the U.S. and Netflix internationally, with the first hour free on ESPN2.

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John Cena's return to his Tampa backyard promises an epic announcement that's months in the making. The 16-time champion teases a change that will transform WWE for Superstars and fans alike.

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Eskom Holdings launched Eskom Green, a dedicated subsidiary in Johannesburg focused on developing utility-scale renewable energy projects to support 24/7 supply, decarbonise the grid, and assist customers in achieving energy transition objectives. Eskom Group Chief Executive Dan Marokane and Group Executive for Renewables Rivoningo Mnisi announced the launch. Eskom Green plans to add 5.6 GW of renewable capacity by 2030 and 21 GW by 2035 as part of Eskom's broader goal of 32 GW by 2040, and it is preparing to select private partners for an initial 2 GW renewables pipeline.

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The open letter, backed by over 60 prominent figures like Jeremy Corbyn and more than 14,000 public signatures, urges monitoring of around 2,000 Britons who served in the IDF, mandatory service disclosure, and extra screenings for public safety amid Gaza war crime accusations. Polanski defended it by citing UN, Amnesty, and Human Rights Watch reports on alleged IDF actions that killed over 40,000 Palestinians, while a Green Party spokesperson stressed the focus is on IDF service, not Jewish identity. Critics labeled it a discriminatory 'Jew register' echoing Nazi tactics, with figures like Zac Goldsmith calling Polanski 'disgusting,' though defenders rejected those comparisons as antisemitic.

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Zack Polanski, a Jewish Green Party leader, put his name to a letter calling for UK border checks on British-Israelis who served in the IDF since the October 2023 attacks. The move drew sharp support and backlash in equal measure.

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Tommy Elphick, a former Bournemouth captain and lifelong Liverpool fan, and Shaun Cooper, a youth development expert, have mutually ended their Cherries contracts to team up with Iraola. Elphick brings tactical and set-piece skills after turning down Championship managerial offers, while Cooper fits Iraola's high-intensity approach. Iraola, who took over on June 4 after Arne Slot's dismissal, also plans to add fitness coach Pablo de la Torre and analyst Tom Webber, creating a cohesive staff ahead of mid-July pre-season. Fans are split, with some praising the continuity and others wanting more experienced names.

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Andoni Iraola is bringing trusted allies from Bournemouth to Anfield, with Tommy Elphick and Shaun Cooper ready to join as his assistants this weekend.

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Bauer's contract moved Monday from the Long Island Ducks to the Diablos Rojos del México, marking his second run with the team after his 2024 Pitcher of the Year season where he went 10-0 with a 2.48 ERA and won a championship. In seven sharp starts with the Ducks, he posted a 5-1 record, 2.36 ERA, and highlights like a no-hitter and 15 strikeouts. He thanked Long Island fans for their support and sold-out crowds, while the club president praised his mound dominance and fan engagement; Bauer eyes a July 3 debut against Piratas de Campeche.

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Trevor Bauer, fresh off dominating in the U.S., is packing his bags for Mexico once more. Fans there are already celebrating with hype videos and blade emojis.

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In the new Show TV series Muhtemel Aşk, which premiered June 18, 2026, lawyer Defne (Ayça Ayşin Turan) and architect Kadir (Ekin Koç) share a playful watermelon-eating moment that has fans buzzing. The romcom follows Defne's love triangle with two architects, blending laughs and tension, and this is the stars' third on-screen pairing after Netflix's Sen İnandır and Vicdansız. Both actors shared the clip on Instagram stories, with Koç captioning his 'Karpuz yiyin' (eat watermelon), leading to fan art, gifs, and trends like #DefKad as viewers rave about their chemistry.

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Defne puckers her lips around a juicy watermelon slice, while Kadir watches with intense eyes in a sunny outdoor scene that feels like pure summer romance.

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