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Ramaswamy, the Republican nominee after crushing his primary 82%-18%, faces Democrat Amy Acton in a close November 3 contest, with recent polls showing them neck-and-neck at 50%-49% and 48%-47%. He pushes tax cuts like phasing out state income tax over 8-10 years and rolling back property taxes, promising bigger paychecks through energy and manufacturing growth. Critics from the left warn of budget shortfalls hitting lower earners, while some on the right question his immigrant roots despite his Ohio birth and Trump backing.

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Standing amid American flags and 'Vivek for Ohio' banners, Cincinnati native Vivek Ramaswamy shared how he rose from immigrant parents to business success, declaring the American Dream alive for Ohio's kids.

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Music writer Al Shipley posted footage of Megan in NYC on Monday, captioning it as the one place she wouldn't run into Klay amid the Knicks' Game 3 against the Spurs. The couple split acrimoniously in late April after months dating, with Megan accusing him of cheating and wavering on monogamy. Klay fans flooded replies touting his four NBA titles, six Finals trips, and 4-3 record, while one quipped he has more rings than her Grammys. As Game 4 unfolds tonight at Madison Square Garden in New York's first Finals since '99, the exchange adds extra buzz.

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Megan Thee Stallion picked New York for a post-breakup escape during the Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals. One post joked it was the safest spot to avoid ex Klay Thompson—until his fans fired back with his championship resume.

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On June 6 in eastern Idaho, authorities pulled over the 48-year-old Olympic gold medalist and found 4.1 grams of illegal psychedelic mushrooms plus paraphernalia in a dispensary bag. Miller posted $5,000 bond, pleaded not guilty, and awaits a pretrial hearing on July 29; he claims on Instagram the items were cannabis from a friend without his knowledge, though court records specify psilocybin. The six-time medalist, recently inducted into the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame Class of 2025, faces up to a year in jail if convicted, amid Idaho's strict laws on the Schedule I substance.

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Bode Miller, the most decorated U.S. male alpine skier ever, stood stone-faced in his mug shot after a traffic stop uncovered psilocybin mushrooms in his car.

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Damian Lillard won the 2026 State Farm 3-Point Contest at All-Star Saturday Night in Los Angeles, scoring 29 points in the final to beat Devin Booker (27) and Kon Knueppel (17), joining Larry Bird and Jason Kapono as the only three-time winners. Curry, a two-time champ who sat out the event, stole the show with his epic long-range swish from above the Intuit Dome. He then promised to enter next year with Lillard, Klay Thompson, and Kevin Durant for a dream-team showdown.

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From the broadcast booth, Steph Curry launched a 100-foot 3-pointer that swished perfectly as Damian Lillard claimed his third contest crown. The crowd roared while broadcasters shouted, 'Greatness, baby!'

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On June 23, 2026, players of Sega's MMORPG Phantasy Star Online 2 New Genesis posted elaborate screenshots using hashtags like #PSO2NGS_SS and #メンテの日じゃないけどssを貼る, turning downtime tradition into a spontaneous celebration. Normally a Wednesday ritual during maintenance, these SS shares showcase the game's deep character creator with anime-style avatars in fantastical outfits and poses. Highlights included a black-clad bunny girl from guild leader UBW_@Ship7 and a pink-haired gunner with cat ears, drawing thousands of likes and comments that build community bonds among ARKS players.

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Even without server maintenance, PSO2NGS fans filled feeds with stunning custom characters—from bunny-eared mysteries to fluffy fox girls in the snow.

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Damian Lillard won the 2026 State Farm 3-Point Contest at All-Star Saturday Night in Los Angeles, scoring 29 points in the final to beat Devin Booker (27) and Kon Knueppel (17), joining Larry Bird and Jason Kapono as the only three-time winners. Curry, a two-time champ who sat out the event, stole the show with his epic long-range swish from above the Intuit Dome. He then promised to enter next year with Lillard, Klay Thompson, and Kevin Durant for a dream-team showdown.

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From the broadcast booth, Steph Curry launched a 100-foot 3-pointer that swished perfectly as Damian Lillard claimed his third contest crown. The crowd roared while broadcasters shouted, 'Greatness, baby!'

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In a heartfelt post, longtime Mavericks minority owner Mark Cuban pushed back on rising ticket prices, saying cheap seats build 'Mavs families' that pass down loyalty for life. During his ownership, he offered $2 tickets and kept 4,000 under $19 per game, sacrificing millions yearly to draw in families over marketing costs. Fans shared stories like naming kids Luka or Maverick after those outings, while Cuban warned high prices turn supporters into player-chasers reliant on social media.

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Mark Cuban recalls families in Mavs gear, cheering together across generations at affordable games. He argues those bonds beat any short-term profit.

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On March 27, 2026, Mohamad Safa, head of the Patriotic Vision Association with UN consultative status, announced he is suspending all duties. In a public letter, he accused senior UN officials of shielding the US and Israel from accountability for actions in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran, while facing death threats, financial penalties, and censorship since 2023. His claims include UN reluctance to label Israel's Gaza actions as genocide or strikes on Iran as illegal, set against ongoing conflicts with thousands of casualties. Supporters hail his stand, critics call his group biased, and the UN has yet to respond.

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After 12 years advocating at the UN, Lebanese activist Mohamad Safa stepped away, citing pressure and threats that tested his conscience.

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On March 27, 2026, Mohamad Safa, head of the Patriotic Vision Association with UN consultative status, announced he is suspending all duties. In a public letter, he accused senior UN officials of shielding the US and Israel from accountability for actions in Gaza, Lebanon, and Iran, while facing death threats, financial penalties, and censorship since 2023. His claims include UN reluctance to label Israel's Gaza actions as genocide or strikes on Iran as illegal, set against ongoing conflicts with thousands of casualties. Supporters hail his stand, critics call his group biased, and the UN has yet to respond.

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After 12 years advocating at the UN, Lebanese activist Mohamad Safa stepped away, citing pressure and threats that tested his conscience.

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The series premiered on April 17, 2011, and HBO celebrated its 15th anniversary with a post from Season 4, Episode 6, capturing Tyrion's explosive trial monologue where he declares, 'I am guilty of being a dwarf,' and demands trial by combat. Fans responded with quotes like 'I wish I was the monster you think I am,' GIFs, clips, and rewatches, praising Dinklage's Emmy-winning performance as the show's best speech. This nostalgia ties into HBO's April 'Reign of Thrones' events, including playlists, teasers with House of the Dragon, and a upcoming 4K UHD SteelBook collection in November.

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HBO shared a single image of Tyrion at his trial podium, torchlight flickering, and fans instantly heard Peter Dinklage's voice roaring back to life.

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In the rubber game at Globe Life Field, the Texas Rangers rallied from a 5-3 deficit in the ninth to stun the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-5. Jake Burger powered the comeback with four RBI, including a three-run homer earlier and key hits to tie it, before Jansen's clutch knock off Juan Morillo sealed Texas's first walk-off win of 2026. The wild inning saw both teams score three runs each, with Rangers social media lighting up SpongeBob memes for the emotional swings. Texas now holds a 2-1 series win and hits the road at 21-22.

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Danny Jansen, fresh off catching 199 pitches, ripped a game-ending single into the left-field corner, sending 26,049 fans into a frenzy as Jake Burger raced home with the winning run.

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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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The Puerto Rican star kicks off his biggest Germany shows yet on June 20 and 21 at the 66,500-capacity venue, a huge leap from his 2019 debut during the X 100pre Tour. Fans buzzed online as he arrived, posing for photos outside the arena and sparking shares of outfits like red tops and themed bags. Part of his DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS World Tour—which began late 2025 and has grossed hundreds of millions—this European leg continues to Arnhem, London, and Paris after Düsseldorf.

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Seven years after playing to 5,000 fans in Mannheim, Bad Bunny steps up to Düsseldorf's massive Merkur Spiel-Arena, where over 120,000 will pack in across two sold-out nights.

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Season 2 of Daredevil: Born Again launched on Disney+ in March 2026, with episodes 2 and 3 dropping March 31 for U.S. viewers and featuring Matt Murdock in peak form for gritty action. The standout clip captures Daredevil in his black suit teaming with Tony Dalton's Jacques Duquesne to escape using billy clubs and swordplay in flashing red lights. Fans rave about Cox's physique, Swordsman's seamless role after Hawkeye, and teases of Bullseye in a new suit, all while Marvel ties in a fresh comic issue.

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Charlie Cox's bulked-up Daredevil tears through a high-security prison in a single, seamless fight alongside Swordsman, leaving fans breathless amid smoke, gunfire, and brutal stunts.

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The National Youth Council’s third general assembly in Swakopmund, set for June 18-22 to elect a new chairperson and board, was indefinitely postponed after Saturday’s violent disruptions. Youth Minister Sanet Steenkamp halted proceedings citing safety risks, following disputes on delegate lists and a faction’s push for delay; the electoral committee resigned on the spot. An arrest was made Sunday amid the fallout, as Namibians online expressed dismay at the infighting among those meant to lead the nation’s youth.

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Delegates clashed over voter lists and seating, ejecting officials and even allegedly using teargas, turning an election into chaos.

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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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Hundreds of residents in Sporong fled their homes due to terrorizing activities by heavily armed zama-zamas, including robberies, killings, and rapes. A resident made an emotional public plea for written guarantees of safety before returning.

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Sunrisers Hyderabad posted 255 for 4 against Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the IPL 2026 league finale at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, powered by fifties from Abhishek Sharma, Ishan Kishan (79 off 46), and Klaasen. RCB chased hard to 200 for 4 but lost by 55 runs, still topping the points table with 18 points and a +0.783 net run rate to secure Qualifier 1. Klaasen's 606 runs at No. 4 marked a T20 first, while a post-match snub between Virat Kohli and Travis Head added tension—Kohli ignored Head's handshake after on-field sledging.

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Heinrich Klaasen blasted 51 off 24 balls with five sixes, becoming the first overseas batter to score double digits in all 14 league games.

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Social media discussions focus on former Mamelodi Sundowns player Rivaldo Coetzee's talent as a young defender and midfielder, highlighted by his PSL debut and Bafana Bafana call-up at age 17. Fans compare him favorably to current players like Mbokazi. Conversations also cover the PSL title race, where losses by Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns to TS Galaxy have improved Orlando Pirates' chances amid rivalries like the Soweto Derby and Tshwane Derby.

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