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Elon Musk replied to a post about Robert 'Roberta' Dorgan, a transgender ice hockey player in Rhode Island who committed a mass shooting and had a large Nazi tattoo on his bicep, stating 'Make Asylums Great Again!' The phrase sparked widespread discussion on X about reinstating insane asylums in the United States to address mental health issues and street safety.

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The Gunners lead the Premier League with 58 points from 27 games, yet a late collapse in the 2-2 draw highlighted fatigue in Zubimendi (2,265 minutes) and Timber (2,182 minutes), who top outfield minutes. New signing Christian Nørgaard has played just 32 minutes despite strong international form, prompting journalist Ray Shiraz to challenge Mikel Arteta on his choices. Arteta insisted the players look great and selections follow condition data, but fans called it stubborn amid a packed schedule including Sunday's North London derby at Tottenham.

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Arsenal blew a two-goal lead at Wolves, leaving fans worried about overworked stars Martin Zubimendi and Jurrien Timber running on empty.

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Videos capture Yoruba ancestral masquerades performing in an Argentine community hall and Orisha tributes lighting up Rio and São Paulo Carnivals, where schools like Unidos de Vila Isabel celebrated Afro-Brazilian roots from Candomblé. These displays, preserved by descendants of the slave trade, contrast with Nigeria, where colonial missionaries suppressed such practices, sparking awe, pride, and regret among viewers. Brazilian Yoruba descendants affirm their heritage, while some Christians distinguish cultural appreciation from deity worship.

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Colorful Egungun dancers in Argentina prostrate and chant to ancestors, while Brazil's Carnival floats honor river goddess Yemoja with vibrant parades.

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A post highlighting Portugal's median monthly earnings of €950-€1,000 and average around €1,600 drew cheers from some comparing it to U.S. standards, but sparked anger from residents like Rita in southern Portugal. She pointed out how influxes of American retirees and remote workers have driven housing prices up 23.4% nationwide in 2025, with Lisbon seeing 35 people crammed into one apartment and regions turning English-speaking. While government plans tax cuts for landlords and more housing for 2026, the debate reveals Portugal's struggle to balance global appeal with protecting locals from being priced out.

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An American's quip about retiring cheaply in Portugal hit a nerve with locals facing soaring rents and fading affordability in their own hometowns.

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Morrison scored in the 10th minute with a 20-yard free-kick over the wall, then assisted Noah Adekoya's volley 10 minutes later, before his corner nestled directly into the net late on for a 3-0 victory. Liverpool's U21s, managed by Barry Lewtas, extended their unbeaten league run to seven games heading into the international break, with a solid defense holding firm despite Forest's early chances. The Northern Ireland youth international now has 10 league goals this season, nearing Harry Wilson's 17-year-old academy record, and fans are calling for first-team opportunities after his senior debut earlier this term.

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Nineteen-year-old Kieran Morrison owned the midfield at Loughborough University Stadium, curling in a free-kick beauty and capping it with an Olimpico corner for Liverpool's U21s.

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The 28-year-old Welsh winger's Fulham contract expires in June, drawing interest from Villa and Everton. Emery likes his right-wing play and set-piece threat, passing on a January move to focus on a striker instead. Villa fans buzz with excitement over his 'bangers' for squad depth, though some call him a safe rotation pick. Fulham supporters debate a pay rise, amid a busy summer of Bosman deals.

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Harry Wilson has lit up the Premier League with eight stunning goals from just four expected, including late winners against Chelsea and Brighton. Now, Aston Villa's Unai Emery sees him as a perfect free-agent fit.

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Liverpool secured a 3-0 victory over Brighton & Hove Albion in the FA Cup, featuring a powerful long-range goal by Dominik Szoboszlai assisted by Cody Gakpo and involving a touch from Mohamed Salah. Mohamed Salah stated that Liverpool's FA Cup success depends on Szoboszlai's performances, calling him one of the best players in the world, with Liverpool manager Arne Slot agreeing. Arne Slot also praised Mohamed Salah's defensive contributions, including pressing and covering the right back, alongside his assist for the opening goal.

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During her official visit to South Korea, Brazil's First Lady Rosângela Lula da Silva, known as Janja, received a personalized bottle of IGIN Apple Gin from BTS member Jin, delivered by celebrity chef Baek Jong-won. Jin admired her work supporting vulnerable communities, and Baek shared that the gin is brewed from Korean apples in Yesan. Janja thanked them warmly, noting Brazilian fans eagerly await BTS's São Paulo shows in October, tying the gift to the group's upcoming Latin America tour.

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Janja lit up with a huge smile, cradling the red-wrapped bottle signed 'To Janja, from Jin of BTS. I love you.' It was a heartfelt surprise from halfway around the world.

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Cole Palmer and Joao Pedro put Chelsea ahead early, but backline mistakes let Leeds equalize, prompting fans to dub it a 'disasterclass.' Barcelona fueled the fun on February 11 with a clip of their defender blocking a shot, captioned like Gandalf, which fans repurposed with Chelsea's leaky moments from that game and beyond. Chelsea hit back hours later with gritty training pics of blonde-haired Palmer sprinting in the cold and Reece James returning to the pitch, signaling their resolve ahead of the next Premier League match.

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Chelsea led 2-0 at home against Leeds on February 10, only for defensive errors to hand rivals a 2-2 draw—and perfect ammo for Barcelona's cheeky 'You shall not pass' post.

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The 147-pound welterweight boxing division currently has four champions across major sanctioning bodies: Ryan Garcia holding the WBC title, Rolly Romero the WBA title, Devin Haney the WBO title, and Lewis Crocker the IBF title. Discussions on X focus on this fragmentation in the division.

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Githurai Market, built by former President Uhuru Kenyatta, features a multi-story design criticized by traders and residents for poor accessibility, high rents, and impractical layout for perishable goods like sukumawiki on upper floors. Traders reject the modern facility despite recent demolitions of roadside kiosks, due to lack of public participation, unaffordable costs, and failure to place perishable goods on lower levels. Comparisons are made to successful markets like Ngong, with suggestions for reorganization to improve usage.

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The ranking from Insider Monkey last May placed South Korea first with a perfect score of 1, thanks to K-beauty influence and high plastic surgery rates, followed by Japan at 0.95, Vietnam at 0.9, and the Philippines at 0.85. It drew from surveys, beauty pageants, media buzz, and cosmetics data, with Vietnam praised for pageant wins and delicate features, and Iran noted for its nose job prominence. Reactions ranged from Vietnamese users celebrating third place to skeptics questioning India over China and calls to exclude plastic surgery-heavy nations, while others saw it as pure subjectivity. A similar African list sparked South African fans debating Durban versus Eastern Cape beauties.

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A fun 2024 list crowning South Korea number one for beautiful women has folks sharing national pride alongside plenty of plastic surgery jokes.

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The Puerto Rican star delivered his first Brazil concert on Saturday, a high-energy DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS World Tour stop packed with stunning visuals, emotional speeches on loving without fear, and inclusive vibes. Offstage photos showed him with ex-girlfriend Gabriela Berlingeri, carrying a red tote bag dangling K-pop photocard keychains from Stray Kids' Bang Chan, THE BOYZ's Kevin Moon, and others like ENHYPEN's Jake. Fans buzzed over the unexpected crossover, while Bad Bunny shaded doubters and soaked in the skyline before showtime, marking a triumphant entry into the Brazilian market.

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Bad Bunny lit up Allianz Parque with 45,000 fans singing along to hits like 'NUEVAYoL,' their phones glowing like stars in the night.

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The Sky Sports poll drew nearly a million views, splitting opinions right after Saka's five-year deal until 2031 made him Arsenal's highest earner at over £300,000 a week. The 24-year-old has 57 Premier League goals and 48 assists in 217 games, plus strong showings against top teams like Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, helping Arsenal lead the table with 57 points from 26 matches. Pundits like Wayne Rooney say Arsenal lack world-class players, while Danny Murphy calls Saka a super talent who needs trophies to prove it—Arsenal's only win in his era is the 2020 FA Cup.

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Bukayo Saka just signed a massive Arsenal contract extension, yet a simple poll asks if he's world class—and fans can't agree, with votes hovering around 60-40 against.

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Alon Ohel, a 24-year-old Israeli-Serbian pianist abducted by Hamas from the Nova music festival on October 7, 2023, performed publicly for the first time since his release in mid-October 2025. The emotional moment at Hostages Square drew cheers from a crowd waving yellow ribbons and Israeli flags, as Ohel played 'Song Without a Name' by Yehudit Ravitz, a melody he tapped during his ordeal. Released as part of a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal, Ohel's return highlights Israel's efforts to free hostages, though three individuals—Ran Ben-On, Dror Or, and Sudthisak—remain in Gaza.

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After 775 days of captivity, freed pianist Alon Ohel returned to the keys at Tel Aviv's Hostages Square, playing the song that sustained him through Gaza's tunnels.

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West Ham dominated with 20 shots and 3.15 xG but couldn't break down Bournemouth keeper Petrović, settling for a gritty 0-0 draw at London Stadium. The result keeps West Ham two points from safety after 27 games, while Bournemouth extended their unbeaten run to seven matches, climbing to ninth. Rayan, the Brazilian teen subbed on from Vasco da Gama last summer, earned Puskás-level praise for his dazzling run, with fans calling him 'absurdo' and the Premier League account hailing it as one of the season's best almost-goals.

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Nineteen-year-old Rayan Vitor Simplício Rocha grabbed the ball deep in his own half, danced past four defenders over 60 yards, and curled a rocket that just kissed the post.

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Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta selected MLS to start in his preferred midfield position for the first time in a year ahead of the match against Wolves. The selection is part of significant team rotation with several players rested.

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Cherki, who moved from Lyon to City for £34m last summer, has notched 3 goals and 7 assists in 20 Premier League appearances. The graphic ranks him elite among Europe's top wingers and attacking mids: 91st percentile in progressive carries, 98th in non-penalty xG plus xA, and 99.5th in key passes. Palmer trails sharply with zero assists and low creation numbers amid a groin injury that's kept him out since the Club World Cup, though he holds 77th percentile in non-penalty goals. Fans debate fiercely, with some hailing Cherki's flair and others backing Palmer's past clutch finishes.

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A detailed stats radar pits Manchester City's new signing Rayan Cherki against Chelsea's Cole Palmer, showing the young Frenchman towering over most metrics this season.

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Liverpool secured a comfortable 3-0 FA Cup win over Brighton at Anfield, with goals from Dominik Szoboszlai, Curtis Jones, and Mohamed Salah's penalty advancing them to the fifth round. New signing Milos Kerkez starred, earning Player of the Match for his assist and strong showing down the left. Arne Slot's choice to start Gakpo over 17-year-old academy prospect Rio Ngumoha drew sharp fan criticism online, despite the clean-sheet victory and Ngumoha's lively late cameo—nearly adding a fourth before a tight offside call.

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Liverpool fans couldn't hide their frustration watching Cody Gakpo struggle on the left flank, all while teenage star Rio Ngumoha waited on the bench for his moment.

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The 2012 YouTube clip, uploaded by Big Time Rush's Carlos PenaVega, featured Bieber, Gomez, and stars like Ashley Tisdale dancing playfully, helping Carly Rae Jepsen's hit top the Billboard Hot 100 for nine weeks with over 86 million views. Exactly one year ago in 2025, Gomez joined Gracie Abrams and Benny Blanco for 'Call Me When You Break Up,' a cozy indie-pop track from their album *I Said I Love You First* that hit No. 46 on the Hot 100 and went gold in the U.S. Fans marked the timing with viral reposts, throwback dances, Stationhead parties, and merch like pink hoodies nodding to the songs' heartache, though some miss 2012's unfiltered pop fun.

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Fourteen years after Justin Bieber and Selena Gomez goofed off in that iconic 'Call Me Maybe' lip-sync video, Gomez dropped a cheeky sequel song with friends—right on the anniversary.

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Brevis, a zero-knowledge verifiable computing platform, released its ProverNet whitepaper on November 17, 2025, introducing the first decentralized marketplace to connect ZK proof workloads with specialized provers on the Brevis Chain. The platform uses a glue-and-coprocessor architecture with the Pico zkVM and a Truthful Online Double Auction for efficient bidding, payments in BREV tokens, and applications in DeFi, AI, and privacy to solve blockchain scalability challenges. Building on over 250 million production proofs for protocols like Linea, Uniswap, and MetaMask, Brevis plans a beta mainnet launch soon.

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In a breakthrough for blockchain scalability, Brevis has unveiled ProverNet, transforming centralized zero-knowledge proof generation into a competitive, decentralized marketplace where specialized provers bid on workloads worldwide.

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The 25-year-old academy product has played just 31 minutes across three recent Premier League games, including zero in Sunday's 2-1 comeback win at Liverpool despite Erling Haaland's late penalty sealing victory. Pep Guardiola calls Foden his 'son' and promises a step-by-step return after identifying team issues, but pundits and fans debate his inconsistency in big matches and England's No. 10 pecking order behind players like Bellingham and Palmer. With City second in the table, six points behind Arsenal, these crunch weeks could define Foden's role at club and international level.

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Phil Foden, Manchester City's homegrown star, has barely seen the pitch since a halftime hook in January's derby loss to United. Four months from the World Cup, fans worry his bench time could derail his England hopes.

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In their MLS season opener Saturday night, the Red Bulls beat host Orlando City 2-1 behind a first-half brace from forward Julian Hall, who netted in the 8th and 40th minutes off passes from Emil Forsberg and 16-year-old Adri Mehmeti. New coach Michael Bradley made history by starting three 17-or-younger players—Hall, Mehmeti, and defender Matthew dos Santos—in a regular-season match, with Mehmeti impressing in midfield. Orlando scored late through Tiago Carvalho, but the visitors held on thanks to solid defense and keeper Ethan Horvath, sparking locker-room celebrations and excitement for American soccer's rising talents.

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Seventeen-year-old Julian Hall scored twice on debut, celebrating like a pro as his New York Red Bulls teammates mobbed him in Orlando.

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The record £125 million signing from Newcastle has missed 12 games since injuring his ankle while scoring against Tottenham in December. Friday's sessions alongside teammate Jeremie Frimpong showed real progress, with Sweden coach Graham Potter expecting a return before March. Arne Slot noted Isak isn't ready for grass training yet, but the momentum builds ahead of tonight's FA Cup clash with Brighton at Anfield, where league leaders Liverpool aim to stay sharp.

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Alexander Isak flashed a smile while hitting light runs and gym drills at Liverpool's training ground, a welcome sight after months sidelined by a fractured fibula.

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Leandro Trossard was substituted in the 93rd minute of Arsenal's match against Athletic Bilbao after Martin Bueno struck him in the jaw or chin with his shoulder off the ball. Arsenal followed medical assessment and concussion protocol checks to make the substitution. The incident sparked debate over whether it qualified as a legitimate concussion sub.

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Supporters of Senzo Mchunu, suspended by President Cyril Ramaphosa on July 13, 2025, over claims of sabotaging probes into KwaZulu-Natal political assassinations, held a vigil themed 'Truth Will Prevail.' Organizers reported strong turnout despite threats to artists, while Mchunu approved the event but did not attend, describing it as a noble church gesture. Church leaders urged him to pray harder as investigations continue without final findings against him, highlighting South Africa's divided views on his tenure.

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In Mbombela, churchgoers gathered for 12 hours of song and prayer, standing by their leader amid serious accusations. Gospel stars like Babo Ngcobo and Ayanda Ntanzi filled the civic centre with calls for truth.

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Bulgaria won their first-ever European Women's Team Championship title by defeating seven-time champions Denmark 3-1 in the final at Istanbul's Başakşehir Spor Kompleksi. Captain Petya Nedelcheva's squad took an early lead with comebacks from Kaloyana Nalbantova over top-20 Line Højmark Kjaersfeldt and Stefani Stoeva against Mia Blichfeldt, before the Stoeva sisters sealed it in doubles. The victory ended Denmark's reign since 2014, capping Bulgaria's years of silvers and bronzes with pure joy.

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Players mobbed each other on court, waving Bulgarian flags in euphoric huddles as the crowd erupted in Istanbul.

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During Manchester United's gritty 1-1 draw at West Ham, Martínez's ice-cold composure in his own box—nutmegging Bowen under pressure—drew widespread praise and fueled comparisons to Arsenal's William Saliba. A podcast head-to-head favored Martínez for aggression, vision, and clutch play, while stats show Saliba's edge in minutes played, pass completion, and defensive duels amid Arsenal's league-best backline. Fans split along rivalry lines, with United supporters hailing his progressive passes and aerial wins despite his height, as Arsenal backers point to reliability and injury concerns.

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With West Ham pressing hard in stoppage time, Lisandro Martínez spotted danger, nutmegged Jarrod Bowen with a feint, and launched Manchester United's counter for a vital 1-1 draw.

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The table-topping Gunners, six points clear of Manchester City after 25 games, saw no sign of their key attackers in Wednesday's training photos from the Sobha Realty Training Centre. Mikel Arteta stayed cautious in his presser, saying 'We will see' on their fitness for the 8pm GMT kickoff at Gtech Community Stadium, while confirming Mikel Merino faces months out from foot surgery. Despite the worries, Declan Rice grinned through drills, Thomas Partey laughed it up, and Kai Havertz impressed in the gym with flair kneeing a ball—keeping spirits high in a buzzing session with academy talents like Ethan Nwaneri.

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Arsenal's top spot feels solid, but fans hold their breath as captain Martin Ødegaard, Bukayo Saka, and Leandro Trossard missed training ahead of Thursday's test at Brentford.

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