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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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The Knicks beat the Spurs 94-90 in Game 5 to claim their first NBA championship since 1973, sparking wild street parties outside Madison Square Garden. Fans drew parallels to Lil Mama's uninvited onstage strut during 'Empire State of Mind,' explaining it as pure New York passion now that they're feeling that euphoric high. Posts celebrated her 'vindication' with jokes like she was 'too early' for the city's dreams-made-real moment, though some still called it out of place. Alicia Keys long ago forgave the interruption as inspired by the song's vibe, and a ticker-tape parade is set for Thursday.

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New York exploded in joy as the Knicks ended their 53-year title drought, with fans channeling the same unstoppable energy that sent Lil Mama crashing Jay-Z and Alicia Keys' 2009 VMA stage.

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Former Vice President Kamala Harris and Doug Emhoff made an unannounced visit to the iconic West Hollywood gay bar The Abbey on June 13 around 6:30 p.m., drawing joyful cheers during Pride Month celebrations. She greeted fans, posed for photos, and shared warm moments like hugging drag queen Jo Lopez-Halston, echoing her 2019 campaign stop where she learned to snap a fan from Shangela. Supporters praised her authentic allyship, while critics called it a political stunt; the venue described it simply as a quiet Pride wish with no agenda.

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Kamala Harris lit up The Abbey with her beaming smile, shaking hands and shouting 'Happy Pride!' to cheering patrons amid drag performers and rainbow decorations.

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The June 23 post by @ReviewsPossum argues the show's futures wrongly doom Bart to failure and reward Lisa, but in reality, Bart's grit and skills—like leading rebellions or sharpshooting—would suit him for trades like sanitation or entrepreneurship, earning solid pay without debt. Lisa's moral crusades and lack of people skills might leave her in a hated job after a pricey degree, fans say, tying into real-world student debt averaging $40,000. While some futures show Bart as Chief Justice or bike shop owner and Lisa as president, the debate celebrates trades over 'worthless degrees' and the siblings' rivalry.

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A popular post reimagines adult Bart and Lisa from The Simpsons' flash-forwards, picturing street-smart Bart succeeding as a tradesman while bookish Lisa struggles with student loans.

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Fans of Kendrick Lamar circulated and mocked a video of rapper Glasses Malone eating ice cream to ridicule supporters of Drake amid their ongoing feud. The mockery portrayed Glasses Malone, a Drake supporter, as switching from guns to ice cream and included hashtags like #Yeraltı and terms like 'culture vulture'. This humorous backlash highlighted tensions within the hip-hop community discussion.

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The Afrobeats star and South African sensation posed casually in a pre-show green room amid FIFA branding during the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony in Mexico City. Burna Boy performed the new anthem 'Dai Dai' with Shakira, while Tyla sang South Africa's national anthem ahead of Mexico's match against Bafana Bafana. Fans celebrated the relaxed photo, dreaming of a future collaboration between the two.

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Burna Boy lounged in shades on yellow couches while Tyla struck a playful pose in her white-and-blue mini dress—just before their big performances at Estadio Azteca.

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Multiple X posts commend Wayne Rooney for his objective analysis, deep football understanding, and restraint during punditry on the England vs Germany match. Users contrast this positively with criticism of Alan Shearer's biased, negative, and poor commentary. The discussion references hashtags like #ENGGHA and #FIFAWorldCup.

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On June 16, during the Obama Presidential Center's opening week, Grammy winner Tems joined former First Lady Michelle Obama at a songwriting workshop for 15 high school girls from After School Matters and the Girls Opportunity Alliance. Led by teaching artist Me’Chelle Robinson, the girls wrote lyrics about their lives, with Tems sharing her path from Lagos to global fame and both women urging them to own their voices. Tems' Leading Vibe Initiative and Obama's empowerment work aligned perfectly, turning the Media Suite into a hub for self-expression and collaboration.

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In a sunlit Chicago studio, Tems and Michelle Obama shared selfies and cheers with high school girls crafting lyrics to beats like 'Free Mind.' Their beaming smiles captured a day full of creativity and encouragement.

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Universal Pictures released *Dracula* 95 years ago today, directed by Tod Browning and starring Hungarian immigrant Bela Lugosi, who memorized lines phonetically after originating the role on Broadway. The film grossed over $1 million, launched Universal's monster era, and inspired countless vampire stories, with a unique Spanish version shot overnight on the same sets. Fans mark the anniversary with clips and posters, while Me-TV's Svengoolie airs it tonight at 8 p.m. ET, blending eerie thrills with the host's puns.

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Bela Lugosi stepped into the fog as Count Dracula, his hypnotic stare and thick accent delivering the line 'I never drink... wine.' That moment on February 14, 1931, changed horror forever.

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Universal Pictures released *Dracula* 95 years ago today, directed by Tod Browning and starring Hungarian immigrant Bela Lugosi, who memorized lines phonetically after originating the role on Broadway. The film grossed over $1 million, launched Universal's monster era, and inspired countless vampire stories, with a unique Spanish version shot overnight on the same sets. Fans mark the anniversary with clips and posters, while Me-TV's Svengoolie airs it tonight at 8 p.m. ET, blending eerie thrills with the host's puns.

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Bela Lugosi stepped into the fog as Count Dracula, his hypnotic stare and thick accent delivering the line 'I never drink... wine.' That moment on February 14, 1931, changed horror forever.

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Nigerian street-pop artist Kashcoming, known for hits like 'All My Money' and his 2023 debut EP 'On A Low,' is at the center of buzz from a June 13 graphic claiming his upcoming 'Kiki The EP' features big names like Wizkid, Lojay, and Unknown T. Most see it as a prank, with reactions mixing laughter at the unlikely Wizkid collab and hype for Kashcoming's rising star power after tracks with Mavo and Seyi Vibez. No confirmation from Kashcoming or his Dapper Records team has surfaced, leaving fans eager for whatever he drops next.

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A slick graphic listing Wizkid on Kashcoming's supposed new track 'Voice Note' had fans cracking up and questioning if it could ever happen.

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Dr. Hal Puthoff and Dan Farah were featured on The Diary of a CEO podcast hosted by Steven Bartlett. They stated that UFOs and UAPs are real and likely of alien origin. They highlighted Puthoff's expertise in vacuum engineering and spacetime metric engineering to counter claims of impossible energy requirements for UFO propulsion.

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The South African power couple teamed up with Mercedes-Benz Vans South Africa for a social media campaign ahead of the Hollywoodbets Durban July on July 4 at Greyville Racecourse. They showcase luxury and culture in outfits like DJ Tira's brown suit with leather accents and Khathi's plaid coat dress, tying into the brand's 'For Those Who Have Arrived' vibe. After skipping their own marquee due to safety concerns, they're giving away two tickets—fans just tag a friend with #TiranGuguXMercedes. Praise rolls in for blending kwaito roots with premium engineering.

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DJ Tira and his wife Gugu Khathi pose confidently beside a sleek black Mercedes-Benz V-Class van, dressed in coordinated earthy tones that scream style and arrival.

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South African entrepreneur Vusi Thembekwayo shared his worst flight experience ever, blasting unprofessional boarding staff who chewed gum and rolled eyes, plus severe damage to his expensive luggage. Others piled on with stories of denied boarding, lost bags, overbooked flights settled by drawing names from a hat, and rude crew amid frequent delays. Kenya Airways struggles with a $132 million loss in 2025, an aging fleet, and airport infrastructure woes, yet offers vital direct intra-Africa routes that save hours compared to rivals.

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Drenched passengers trudged down stairs from the skybridge into pouring rain at JKIA, waiting exposed on the tarmac before boarding a Kenya Airways flight.

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A debate among football fans compares Tottenham Hotspur's Djed Spence to Chelsea's Reece James, prompting backlash from supporters defending James despite his injury issues. Discussions reference James's sister Lauren James and players like Trent Alexander-Arnold, including insults and accusations of engagement farming.

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The South African podcaster and author shared the joyful photo early Thursday, marking the arrival of his second son with wife Dr. Sumaya Hendricks, four years after their first child Hakim Thembekile. Fans responded with thousands of likes, warm congratulations, and playful jokes like memes about sibling life and podcast invites for the baby's take on politics. The outpouring highlighted simple family joys amid everyday humor and sincere blessings for the couple.

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Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh cradled his newborn son in a hospital room, his beaming smile lighting up the tender moment as the baby slept peacefully in a white blanket.

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South African entrepreneur Vusi Thembekwayo shared his worst flight experience ever, blasting unprofessional boarding staff who chewed gum and rolled eyes, plus severe damage to his expensive luggage. Others piled on with stories of denied boarding, lost bags, overbooked flights settled by drawing names from a hat, and rude crew amid frequent delays. Kenya Airways struggles with a $132 million loss in 2025, an aging fleet, and airport infrastructure woes, yet offers vital direct intra-Africa routes that save hours compared to rivals.

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Drenched passengers trudged down stairs from the skybridge into pouring rain at JKIA, waiting exposed on the tarmac before boarding a Kenya Airways flight.

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A 1999 clip from the Northern Irish talk show 'Kelly' showing 9-year-old Rory McIlroy successfully chipping a golf ball into a washing machine has gone viral. In the video, young McIlroy makes the shot, fist pumps, and shouts 'Bosch' to the crowd.

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