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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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Umamusume: Pretty Derby – Beginning of a New Era is now playing in over 600 theaters across North America.

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The Grammy-winning R&B star arrived at OR Tambo International Airport on Thursday, mobbed by excited supporters before heading to headline 'Soulful Night' on February 28 at Durban ICC Arena. He'll share the stage with South African artist Sjava, starting at 3 p.m. after R&B and Afro-soul DJs warm up the crowd—tickets from R750 to R2,950 via Computicket only. With 80% of seats sold and VIP meet-and-greets in high demand, Hamilton teased on Instagram that Durban feels like home, promising hits like 'Pray For Me' and an after-party to keep the vibes going.

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Anthony Hamilton stepped off the plane in Johannesburg, green cap and denim jacket on, as fans cheered his name and chanted lyrics from 'Charlene.' It's the kind of airport welcome that sets the tone for a big night ahead.

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On February 22 in Milano Cortina, Italy, the 24-year-old New Jersey Devils star scored 1:41 into overtime, securing a 2-1 victory over Canada and snapping the drought since the 1980 Miracle on Ice. The International Ice Hockey Federation sent the puck directly to the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, hockey's global archive since 1943, where it joins artifacts like Sidney Crosby's 2010 golden goal puck. Fans traded playful jabs about its location, with Americans suggesting U.S. spots like Eveleth, Minnesota, while Canadians noted the Hall's role in preserving the sport's shared history that draws millions, including many from the States.

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Jack Hughes' overtime winner ended a 46-year U.S. men's Olympic hockey gold drought, but the puck ended up in Canada—sparking friendly rivalry banter between fans.

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Indiana men's basketball named longtime Pacers executive Ryan Carr as its new Executive Director of Basketball, reporting to coach Darian DeVries. A 1996 IU graduate, Carr began as an undergrad manager for Knight, then rose through Pacers ranks to Senior Vice President of Player Personnel, scouting hits like Paul George and Myles Turner while helping craft the 2024-25 Eastern Conference champions. The hire brings proven scouting, draft expertise, and deep Indiana roots to tackle roster building, transfers, and NIL in the modern college game. Insiders like ESPN's Pete Thamel and former coach Tom Crean praised Carr's evaluation skills and character.

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Ryan Carr, who started as a student manager under Bob Knight, returns to his alma mater after 23 years building NBA contenders with the Pacers.

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New York (37-21) visits Cleveland (36-22) tonight at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, with tipoff at 7:30 p.m. ET on Peacock, MSG and ESPN. The Knicks lead the season series 2-0, including a dramatic Christmas Day comeback from 17 down to win 126-124, but Cleveland's home streak stands at seven straight since acquiring James Harden. Star guards Jalen Brunson (26.8 ppg) and Donovan Mitchell (28.6 ppg) headline the matchup, as Tom Thibodeau's top-ranked defense faces Kenny Atkinson's No. 1 offense in a pivotal East playoff positioning fight.

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The Knicks and Cavaliers both carry 12-3 records over their last 15 games, setting up a high-stakes battle where one win vaults a team into sole possession of third place.

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Senator Tammy Duckworth did not attend the State of the Union address where two Medal of Honor recipients were honored. Johnny Joey Jones publicly stated that she did not deserve to be in the same room as the recipients. The exchange prompted backlash and defenses regarding her military service record, including a helicopter crash.

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Fans of Sunderland AFC are debating manager David Moyes' future following a recent match with poor attacking output. Discussions question whether to extend his contract, which has 12 months remaining, or replace him in the summer.

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Fans spotted Perry shooting what looks like a music video at the historic Spanish-style parish in Pomona, California, on Thursday. The footage from Deuxmoi's Instagram shows production crew at work, fueling talk it ties to her rumored single 'Watch It Burn' from early 2026 leaks, possibly for album KP7. Theories swirl around revenge themes with flame-like lighting on the church walls, though Perry hasn't commented and her accounts stay quiet on new releases. The sighting has fans excited, reminiscing her past blockbuster eras like Teenage Dream.

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Katy Perry stepped out of St. Joseph Catholic Church's arched wooden doorway in a sharp black pantsuit, surrounded by cameras and bright lights.

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Sundowns, second with 35 points from 16 games, need a win over fifth-placed AmaZulu (30 points from 17) to leapfrog leaders Pirates and tighten their title hold. The Brazilians fielded stars like captain Ronwen Williams, Teboho Mokoena, and young Siyabonga Ntsabeleng up front, while AmaZulu set up in a 3-4-3 at home. Twenty minutes in, it's 0-0 after even early exchanges, with Sundowns unbeaten in seven straight against Usuthu including five clean-sheet wins.

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Under the lights at Moses Mabhida Stadium, Mamelodi Sundowns lined up like a Bafana Bafana dream team, ready to snatch the top spot from Orlando Pirates.

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On February 17, 2026—Shrove Tuesday and the start of Ramadan—Labour MP Angela Rayner posted wishes for a peaceful Ramadan to voters in Ashton-under-Lyne, where 20% identify as Muslim, using a party graphic with crescents and minarets. Critics pointed out the timing, her lack of Shrove Tuesday mentions, and disabled replies, accusing her of prioritizing one faith over the Christian majority of 49%. While MPs like Sojan Joseph and Sadiq Khan sent similar Ramadan messages, Keir Starmer and the Conservatives acknowledged both holidays.

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Angela Rayner shared a Ramadan Mubarak greeting to her constituents right on Shrove Tuesday, the Christian Pancake Day before Lent. With replies turned off, some saw it as overlooking local traditions.

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On February 21, Orlando Pirates fell 4-5 on penalties to second-division Casric Stars in the Nedbank Cup last-32 at Orlando Stadium, despite dominating possession in a 0-0 draw. Namibian left-back Deon Hotto, 34, lit up the match with a masterful elastico—faking a step-over, dragging the ball behind his standing foot, and bursting past his marker—captured in a clip that drew over 22,000 likes. Fans called him a magician, joked about FIFA updates, and praised the PSL's flair, giving Pirates supporters a highlight amid the heartbreak as the team shifts back to league defense.

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Even in defeat, Orlando Pirates' Deon Hotto turned the left flank into his playground with a slick elastico that left a defender dizzy and fans worldwide cheering.

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