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FC Bayern Munich has reached an agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign 23-year-old left-back Nathaniel Brown for a €55m fee, consisting of €50m fixed plus €5m in add-ons. Brown agreed personal terms weeks ago and will sign a five-year contract until 2031. The transfer was confirmed by Fabrizio Romano and Plettigoal.

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The 30-year-old forward, a western New York native who grew up idolizing Buffalo, signed an eight-year, $84 million extension with the Washington Capitals before the Sabres traded him for forward David Kampf and a 2027 third-round pick. Tuch spent five seasons in Buffalo, posting 309 points in 360 games, three straight 30-goal seasons, and helping end a 14-year playoff drought with a first-round win over Boston. Now joining contenders around Alex Ovechkin, he stays grateful to his ex-teammates and fans, promising dinner when they visit D.C., while Buffalo gains assets after their deepest playoff run since 2007.

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Alex Tuch called leaving the Buffalo Sabres one of the hardest decisions of his life, especially after refusing to take off the sweater following Game 7.

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Gabon's communication authority indefinitely suspended major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and WhatsApp on Tuesday, amid teacher strikes and protests over living costs following a 2023 coup. In contrast, Kenya's National Assembly rejected a petition to ban TikTok, opting instead for stricter age checks, privacy safeguards, and data localization within four months to shield minors from explicit content and bullying. Lawmakers like Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah stressed that platforms empower youth and create jobs, favoring regulation over suppression as African nations balance digital growth with social protection.

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While Gabon pulls the plug on Facebook, TikTok, and others to curb misinformation and unrest, Kenya's lawmakers draw a firm line: no bans, just smarter rules to protect kids and data.

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Numerous X posts on Ashura commemorate the martyrdom of Imam Hussein and his companions at Karbala while equating it to the recent death of Iran's Supreme Leader Grand Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. Khamenei is referred to as the Master of Martyrs of the Islamic Revolution. Users draw parallels between his sacrifice and Imam Hussein's stand against tyranny.

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The post came Sunday as Everton finished 12th in the 2025-26 Premier League with 49 points, safe at their new Hill Dickinson Stadium, while Luton ended seventh in League One on 74 points, missing playoffs by one. Luton fans pointed to past wins at Goodison Park, like the 2-1 Premier League victory in September 2023 and FA Cup upset in January 2024, but Evertonians mocked Luton's drop from the Premier League's 26 points two seasons ago to struggling in the third tier. Everton boasts a record 72nd straight top-flight season since 1954, nine league titles overall, and no major trophies since the 1995 FA Cup, fueling the petty, passionate back-and-forth that one Blue summed up as 'boiling your piss makes being pointless all the more worthwhile.'

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A Luton Town fan account fired off a brutal jab at Everton, calling them a 'pointless PL club' after 30 trophy-less years—and Toffees supporters hit back with equal fury.

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The official Nigerian BTS fanbase announced Doyin's passing on Thursday, noting how her spirit was defined by her deep passion for the group. Active on X as recently as June 9 sharing K-dramas and K-pop, her sudden loss has fellow ARMYs flooding timelines with tributes, prayers like 'Rest peacefully,' and shared memories of movies, music, and future Bangtan concerts. They've set up a Google form for messages and shared OPay details (8054492895, Balogun Taiwo Hannah) for condolences to her family, uniting in grief while honoring her enduring beautiful spirit. 💜

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Doyin, known as Dodo or @Doyinoflaygurs_, lit up the Nigerian BTS community with her radiant energy and love for the group. Fans are heartbroken, remembering her confident smile in photos with red braids and colorful traditional attire.

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Cody Gakpo added a second-half brace, including the tournament's 100th goal, before Crysencio Summerville sealed the 5-1 win in the 89th minute. The victory puts Ronald Koeman's Netherlands atop Group F with four points and a plus-four goal difference, extending their World Cup unbeaten streak to 14 matches and nearly securing a round of 32 spot. Koeman praised the team's ruthlessness, while Gakpo said they're just getting started ahead of their June 26 clash with Tunisia.

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Brian Brobbey stunned Sweden with goals in the 5th and 17th minutes, setting the tone for a Dutch demolition at Houston's NRG Stadium.

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Portugal drew 1-1 with DR Congo in their Group K opener at NRG Stadium in Houston, after Joao Neves headed them ahead early and Yoane Wissa equalized just before halftime. Subbed on in the 72nd minute, Leao recorded zero shots on target, no successful dribbles, and lost all duels, earning low player ratings around 5.6. Fans piled on harshly, calling him overrated and useless, with Manchester United, Arsenal, and Chelsea supporters mocking past transfer hype despite his solid 2025-26 season at AC Milan.

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Rafael Leao came on late against DR Congo hoping to spark Portugal's attack, but his 20 minutes of struggles drew brutal ridicule from fans online.

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Nakhi Wells scored from the penalty spot in the 16th minute to give Luton the lead, but Barnsley's Adam Phillips equalized before halftime. The second half stayed tense until Palmer's winner lifted Luton to seventh place with 71 points from 45 games, just one point behind sixth-placed Stevenage. A final-day win at Bolton could push them into the playoffs if other results go their way, capping a strong unbeaten run.

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Kasey Palmer's late strike sent Kenilworth Road into ecstasy, with manager Nathan Jones fist-pumping the roaring crowd in celebration.

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Episode 2 of the Thai BL series The Edge of Horizon, also known as #อรุณรุ่งEP2, was released, featuring a stolen kiss, gay panic near the Chao Phraya delta, and a dramatic cliffhanger in a forbidden love story set in 1930s Thailand. The episode generated over 23.2K tweets on the Thai hashtag and 35.9K on the English one. Fans praised the acting of Pond Ponlawit and expressed anticipation for future episodes.

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Episode 2 of the Thai BL series The Edge of Horizon, also known as #อรุณรุ่งEP2, was released, featuring a stolen kiss, gay panic near the Chao Phraya delta, and a dramatic cliffhanger in a forbidden love story set in 1930s Thailand. The episode generated over 23.2K tweets on the Thai hashtag and 35.9K on the English one. Fans praised the acting of Pond Ponlawit and expressed anticipation for future episodes.

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Minister Sindisiwe Chikunga said in an SABC interview that black communities in her era had no bricklayers or similar artisans because apartheid barred education and training access. Social media users countered with archival clips of 1970s black welders facing pay gaps and personal accounts of apartheid-era trade training at places like Nancefield Technical College. Her department called the clip misleading, stressing she highlighted systemic barriers to contrast with today's youth opportunities, amid ongoing debates on unemployment and skills shortages.

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A minister's offhand remark about lacking black plumbers and bricklayers in the 1990s drew sharp pushback, as people unearthed stories and footage of skilled black workers from that era.

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The 20-year-old Operación Triunfo 2025 runner-up dropped 'Sin Miedo A Caer' just after midnight on June 18, blending dreamy retro vibes with lush production on platforms like Spotify. Fans are diving into lines like 'Si lo hago contigo, quiero conocerte en todos los sentidos,' sparking ships with Javi Crespo and Cristina Lora amid nostalgic promo shots of yellow-tiled bathrooms and pink fuzzy sweaters. Early buzz calls it 'magia' and a hit, topping iTunes in Spain as playlists fill with repeat streams.

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Olivia Bay stepped into the spotlight again with her new track, capturing that flutter of risking love in heartfelt Spanish lyrics about metro rides and unspoken crushes.

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The quake hit at a shallow 34-kilometer depth along the seismically active Puerto Rico Trench, where the North American plate subducts under the Caribbean plate. Residents in San Juan and other areas felt weak to light shaking at intensity IV, but no damage, injuries, or tsunami threats were reported. Agencies like USGS, EMSC, and PRSN confirmed the details, with authorities monitoring for aftershocks and reminding people to stay prepared.

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At 10:18 a.m., a 5.1 magnitude earthquake jolted the North Atlantic, 155 kilometers north of Arecibo, sending light shaking through northern Puerto Rico.

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Palantir Technologies maintains a permanent desk at the U.S.-led Civil Military Coordination Center in southern Israel and provides the technological architecture for tracking aid delivery and distribution in Gaza. Israel is banning dozens of aid groups, including Doctors Without Borders, Norwegian Refugee Council, Oxfam, and Medical Aid for Palestinians, effective March 1.

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Over the past few days starting May 11, Johannesburg officials demolished about 20 unauthorized trading structures on Small Street in the CBD as part of the 'High Impact Service Delivery' initiative. Morero, serving 6 million residents, called it essential by-law enforcement to fight congestion, crime, and counterfeit goods sales that have plagued the area. While supporters cheered the cleared pavements, critics labeled it an attack on poor traders, many reportedly undocumented immigrants, amid plans to expand operations with possible military support.

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Executive Mayor Dada Morero stood on Small Street, urging traders to clear out before crews moved in with bulldozers. The bold action cleared sidewalks long choked by shacks and stalls.

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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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Multiple X users posted images of their freshly done nails featuring spring, April, Easter, and birthday themes. Designs include long almond shapes, colorful sets matching outfits or drinks like strawberry matcha, and custom client work. Discussions highlight admiration for each other's manicures, nail lengths, and vibrant colors.

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The 7-foot freshman center announced Sunday he's withdrawing from the 2026 NBA Draft to return for his sophomore year with Kentucky. As the lone returning starter after a roster overhaul, Moreno averaged 7.8 points and 6.3 rebounds last season, earning All-SEC Freshman honors with strong paint defense. His decision boosts coach Mark Pope's rebuilt squad of transfers and freshmen, positioning the Wildcats as SEC contenders after last year's Sweet 16 run.

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Malachi Moreno stepped off the bus in Kentucky gear, posting 'BBN, I’m home. Job’s not finished.💙' to the delight of Wildcats fans everywhere.

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