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The 13-year-old western lowland gorilla at Nagoya's Higashiyama Zoo struck a human-like 'thinker' pose right after Ai chased him for accidentally pelting her during a tussle. Born in 2012 to the zoo's handsome silverback Shabani and mate Ai, Kiyomasa's brooding moment drew laughs for mirroring post-fight sulking, with crowds joking about giving her space or packing bananas to apologize. Zoo updates show their tight-knit troop life, where such spats over sticks or status are everyday, yet the pose charmed viewers with its relatable charm.

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Fresh off a mishap where his tossed stick hit mom Ai instead of dad Shabani, young gorilla Kiyomasa sits with fist to chin, staring like he's replaying the regret.

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Ecuador pulled off a 2-1 upset over Germany at MetLife Stadium, with Gonzalo Plata's late poke past Manuel Neuer securing their knockout spot. Clips from new Arsenal signing Hincapié's booking and his dash to console Havertz fueled fan talk of Mikel Arteta's tight-knit culture, though some pointed to Havertz's annoyance at a ref's free-kick delay. Fans celebrated the 'brotherhood' as Arsenal's global influence grew amid their title defense.

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Kai Havertz reacted with frustration when Piero Hincapié got booked, flinging his arms like old teammates still shared the pitch. Moments later, Hincapié rushed to check on the fallen German ahead of his own teammate.

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Social media users are looking back at Minaj's signature curves from her Anaconda era, with some saying they seemed huge after the skinny model days but look normal next to today's BBL standards. A Beyoncé video of her brushing Jay-Z's hair—tied to her Cécred line and his afro transition for Blue Ivy—has Barbz claiming it's a jab at Minaj's old hair quips about him. The exchange revives tensions between the hip-hop icons, as Minaj's influence on curvier figures gets reexamined alongside evolving beauty trends.

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Clips from Nicki Minaj's 2015 performances are resurfacing, prompting fans to revisit her famous backside and question if it matched the era's hype.

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Former Liverpool striker Robbie Fowler proposed Christian Pulisic as a transfer target for Liverpool FC. He highlighted Pulisic's age, Premier League experience, and versatility as a potential successor to Mohamed Salah.

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Wigan Warriors came from behind to secure a 20-16 victory over Hull FC at the MKM Stadium, with a late try by Harry Smith proving decisive. The win was hard-fought despite several injuries for Wigan, earning them two points on the road. Hull FC led at halftime but could not hold off the comeback.

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Haliey Welch, formerly known as 'Hawk Tuah Girl,' appeared live on WFAN's The Carton Show in New York to perform her catchphrase and attempt to break the New York Mets' curse amid their poor performance. The appearance referenced her prior first-pitch ceremony with the Oakland Athletics.

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A video captured the 56-year-old star pausing inside New York City's Four Seasons Hotel amid her promo tour for Netflix's *Office Romance*, surrounded by security as she waited for guests to exit, then waved to photographers in her shearling coat and heels. Critics labeled it orchestrated celebrity nonsense and peak cringe, while fans defended it as standard protocol for A-listers on press junkets, praising her poise after decades in the spotlight. The clip highlights divides over celebrity spectacle during her busy schedule, including Netflix Upfront appearances and a Jersey City screening.

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Jennifer Lopez stood poised in the Four Seasons lobby on May 15, letting guests pass before her short strut to the SUV—a move some called diva behavior, others pure professionalism.

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A popular X post shares a video likening Neymar's playing style to Bukayo Saka of Arsenal. The video draws widespread online reactions of laughter and agreement among users. Multiple replies highlight the accuracy of the comparison and reference Saka's past performances, including in the UCL final under Mikel Arteta.

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Fans on X discuss Bradley Barcola's exceptional speed as an FC Barcelona winger, comparing him to the fastest players and stating no one matches him. They criticize his frequent poor decisions, with his brain not keeping up with his pace, and weak finishing despite strong attacking instincts. Comments highlight his bipolar performance against defenders versus goalkeepers, sparking memes and humorous exaggerations.

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The meme pictures Green saying beating Golden State's record-shattering 73-9 team and Stephen Curry tops Michael Jordan's flawless Finals ledger. It recalls LeBron James leading the Cavaliers in a first-ever 3-1 Finals comeback, averaging 29.7 points, 11.3 rebounds, 8.9 assists, 2.6 steals, and 2.3 blocks—topping both teams in every category. LeBron supporters highlight the feat against a 70+ win squad, while Jordan fans point to his 6-0 record, 72-10 Bulls season, and era differences like hand-checking rules. An ESPN poll even named LeBron's performance the greatest Finals MVP ever.

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A meme quoting Draymond Green claims LeBron's 2016 Finals win over the 73-win Warriors beats Jordan's perfect 6-0 record. Fans jumped right in, trading stats from that historic 3-1 comeback.

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Blue Ivy Carter attended the Met Gala with her parents Beyoncé and Jay-Z, along with family members Julius and Yvette. Multiple family members urged her to take off her sunglasses on the red carpet amid camera flashes, but she initially refused. She eventually removed them.

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The Milwaukee Brewers' No. 6 prospect, 22-year-old third baseman Andrew Fischer, boosted High-A Wisconsin with an opposite-field blast off Great Lakes Loons pitcher Josue Figueroa in their Midwest League matchup. Hitting .286 with 47 RBIs and a 1.093 OPS in 182 at-bats, Fischer set the Timber Rattlers' single-season home run record earlier this month and has three homers in his last four games. Off the field, he stays grounded with his dad's simple pre-game texts: 'Good luck, have fun,' reminding him it's a kid's game at the pro level. Prospect watchers say he's ready for a promotion to Double-A.

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Andrew Fischer launched a three-run homer to left field, his 19th of the season, sending the Timber Rattlers fans into cheers at Neuroscience Group Field.

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Ahead of Brazil's Group C finale against Scotland on Wednesday at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Martinelli cheered Tierney's recent Scottish Premiership win with Celtic, his boyhood club after leaving Arsenal. The pair, who joined Arsenal together in 2019, now face off with Brazil atop the group on four points and Scotland needing a victory to advance after two losses. Martinelli hopes Tierney doesn't shine too brightly but made clear their deep respect and bromance endures.

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Gabriel Martinelli called Kieran Tierney 'my guy' and the kindest person he's met in football, sharing laughs about their speed battles at Arsenal training.

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Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, Nigeria Democratic Congress vice presidential candidate for 2027, visited Katsina to console the family of retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, who died in bandits' captivity on June 13 after his May 30 abduction. His wife Amina was rescued by troops on June 17. Back in Kano, spontaneous gatherings overflowed roads and the NDC headquarters in Bichi, with fans waving flags and chanting in a show of enduring loyalty to the former governor and his Kwankwasiyya movement. The warm reception highlights his strong grassroots support in Africa's most populous state ahead of the Obi-Kwankwaso ticket's primaries.

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Thousands of supporters in red caps lined Kano's streets under floodlights, cheering Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso as he returned from paying respects to a fallen general's family.

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Arsenal midfielder Mikel Merino, who joined from Real Sociedad in 2024, played a key role in the Gunners' first Premier League title in 22 years during the 2025/26 season. The 6'2" Spaniard made 22 starts, scoring four goals and adding three assists, with standout moments like headers at Liverpool and Newcastle, plus a winner at Chelsea. The club shared a trophy photo wishing him happy birthday, asked fans for favorite goals, and supporters flooded in with clips, art, and praise for his versatility and clutch play. Fans joked about players' birthdays piling up post-title, while Merino credited Arteta's staff for elevating his game.

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Mikel Merino grinned wide, hoisting the Premier League trophy high during Arsenal's parade—now marking his 30th birthday with club tributes and fan cheers.

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At the Shanghai Exhibition Center, (G)I-DLE's Minnie and actress Zhao Jinmai attended the private preview of Miu Miu's 'Tales & Tellers' event, the third in a series after Paris in 2024 and New York in 2025. Conceived by artist Goshka Macuga and Miuccia Prada, the immersive showcase revives characters from Miu Miu's Women's Tales films through performances and projections. Both longtime ambassadors dressed in signature preppy looks—Minnie in an olive green cardigan and plaid pants, Zhao in a checkered shirt and pleated skirt—drawing cheers for their elegance and youthful charm ahead of the public opening on June 6 and 7.

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Minnie waved to fans fresh off her flight, while Zhao Jinmai flashed her signature playful smiles amid dramatic art installations.

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Legal journalist Karyn Maughan examined seven major cases against Economic Freedom Fighters leader Julius Malema, including his October 2025 conviction on 2018 firearm charges that brought a five-year sentence—he's free pending appeal. Other probes, like tax evasion tied to the VBS scandal, went unprosecuted, while past hate speech led to fines. Published Saturday amid the first voter registration for November 4 local elections, the article drew sharp divides: EFF backers called it a smear, while critics welcomed the review. Malema pushed automatic registration via a new bill and rallied youth at stations, as over 23,000 sites saw steady turnout from the 28 million already enrolled out of 39 million eligible.

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As South Africans queued at registration stations this weekend, a detailed News24 piece laid out Julius Malema's string of legal battles—from firearm convictions to tax probes—questioning if accountability is finally catching up.

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During the June 23 World Cup group stage match in Foxborough, Massachusetts, which ended 0-0, Spence was the only England player not to shake hands with Partey, who faces eight rape and sexual assault charges from 2020-2022 and has pleaded not guilty with a trial set for June 2027. Spence later posted a stone-faced photo from the line-up, drawing praise from some as a stand of integrity but criticism from others for presuming guilt before a verdict. The moment split fans along club and national lines, with Declan Rice notably hugging Partey post-anthems, turning the cagey stalemate into a lasting debate on principle versus protocol.

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In the pre-match line-up at Gillette Stadium, Tottenham's Djed Spence stood out by keeping his hand at his side as Ghana's Thomas Partey passed by, amid boos from the crowd.

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Donnarumma joined City from PSG last September for £26 million after Ederson's departure, delivering 14 clean sheets and a 76% save rate in 32 league starts. Yet a fan-posted compilation highlights his struggles with set pieces, sweeping, and distribution, fueling criticism that teammates lack trust in his passing amid City's league-high back-passes to the keeper. With City second on 74 points, five behind Arsenal and the FA Cup final ahead, Guardiola backs the 27-year-old's growth while fans wonder if he can step up for a redemption run-in.

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A seven-minute clip of Gianluigi Donnarumma's mishaps has Manchester City fans split, questioning the keeper's fit just as title hopes hang in the balance.

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The officers were transporting a suspect arrested earlier that day by RUSA officers Nathi Ndaba and Philani Mkhulisi, who found him hiding under a bed in a rural KwaZulu-Natal home. A gathering crowd barricaded roads with debris and tires, threatening to burn the vehicle amid demands for vigilante justice. Reaction Unit South Africa deployed a Robinson R44 helicopter for oversight and a ground team to clear the path, escorting the police to safety without injuries. The incident underscores rural frustrations with high crime rates, including over 2,000 murders in KwaZulu-Natal's first quarter of 2026.

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Two police officers sat trapped in their vehicle for an hour, surrounded by an angry crowd demanding a murder suspect. Private rescuers swooped in with a helicopter to break the standoff.

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The South African dating show Chuz' uMazkhethela airs live on channel 157 of Moja Love TV, focusing on older adults discussing relationship preferences and going on dates. Contestants such as Themba, Thembi, and Mthimbana participate, with interactions including Themba and Thembi liking each other and Mthimbana's playful demeanor. Viewers provide live commentary on the dates, romantic expressions, and partner selections among three options.

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Thousands watched online Friday as Owuor delivered a passionate message on repentance and holiness during Day 2 of the Global Conference on the Glorious Coming of the Messiah in Portimão, Portugal. The former biochemist, who founded his Ministry of Repentance and Holiness in 2004, warned against sin like Lot's wife and stressed preparation for the rapture through glorification. The three-day event, organized by local leaders with free entry and live streams, features a mega healing service Saturday and draws both fervent supporters and critics questioning his miracles and ministry practices.

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In a red pinstripe suit, Prophet David Owuor stood before a packed crowd in Portugal, urging believers to pursue purity as Christ's return nears.

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