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On February 17, Slimm posted videos of a chat with 'm'skilz,' who shifted from casual talk to insults like calling her 'gay,' questioning her UK and US awards, and telling her to 'block yourself.' The post, quoting her vent 'Women cannot be angry enough,' drew over 217,000 views, with women sharing similar stories of entitled approaches and others roasting the man's voice notes. While some laughed at the awkward persistence or called it staged, a few criticized Slimm for engaging, highlighting tensions around respect and boundaries in online chats.

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Slimm, a Ghanaian artist and Miss Malaika Ghana 2025 finalist, shared screenshots of a man's bizarre WhatsApp meltdown after she didn't respond to his advances.

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Spain's government invoked a rare legal provision to urge prosecutors to investigate X, Meta, and TikTok for allegedly enabling the creation and spread of AI-generated child sexual abuse material. This follows reports of around 3 million such images on X alone in just 11 days last month, tied to incidents with X's Grok chatbot producing explicit deepfakes involving minors. Sánchez called for an end to the tech giants' impunity, amid EU scrutiny and U.S. probes, while critics question if child safety concerns mask efforts to limit free speech.

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Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez drew a firm line, declaring that social media platforms are harming children's mental health and dignity with AI tools gone wrong.

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Some Black users expressed discomfort with Black people rooting for Argentina in the World Cup due to Lionel Messi's influence despite Argentina's history of racism. Defenders highlighted hypocrisy in supporting nations like Portugal, France, and England with their own problematic pasts. The discussion escalated into Messi vs. Ronaldo debates and dismissals of racism claims as excuses for hating Messi.

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Borussia Dortmund secured a 2-0 win over Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League knockout play-offs first leg on February 17, with Guirassy scoring early and Maximilian Beier heading in before halftime. Guirassy, who leads UCL goal contributions with 24 since last season, earned Man of the Match. Across Europe, Galatasaray stunned Juventus 5-2 thanks to Victor Osimhen's pressing, Bodo/Glimt beat Inter Milan 3-1 in a fairy-tale run, and Newcastle thrashed Qarabag 6-1, while favorites like Real Madrid and PSG advanced narrowly. Second legs next week promise more knockout drama.

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Signal Iduna Park erupted just three minutes in as Serhou Guirassy tapped home after Atalanta's defensive slip-up, setting the tone for Dortmund's strong night.

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Stephen Miller posted that Mexican cartels control all human smuggling and trafficking into the United States, with every illegal immigrant paying cartels to cross the border. He referenced DEA threat assessments confirming over 600,000 operatives from groups like Sinaloa and CJNG present in every U.S. state.

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The 7-foot center, a rim protector since his 2022 draft from Gonzaga, turned down two first-round picks from the Pacers at the trade deadline, signaling Utah's intent to keep him. Yet his representatives at CAA push for far more than the Jazz's $25 million annual target, drawing interest from cap-rich teams like the Lakers with $50 million in space. As restricted free agency looms this summer, Utah holds matching rights, but a lucrative offer sheet could force tough choices amid a thin center market.

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Walker Kessler dominated early this season with double-doubles and elite blocks before a torn labrum cut him short. Now his camp wants well over $25 million a year, testing the Jazz's commitment.

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The Nigerian winger scored his first La Liga goal in the 58th minute to make it 3-1, helping Atletico Madrid beat Espanyol 4-2 with Alexander Sorloth's brace and Giovanni Simeone's strike. Since his €35 million move from Atalanta on February 2, Lookman has notched four goals and two assists in six appearances across competitions. The win ended a mini winless run, keeping Atletico in the title hunt, while coach Diego Simeone praised his scoring instinct but urged better overall play. The club and Nigerian fans celebrated with 'Naija 🇳🇬🫶' vibes, highlighting his instant impact on the attack.

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Ademola Lookman launched himself at a corner and buried a diving header, sending the Metropolitano into raptures as Atletico took a commanding lead.

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Femi Dapson, an internet personality, and Simi Sanya exchanged vows in a private registry ceremony attended by close family and friends.

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Margaret Qualley and Glen Powell attended the Los Angeles premiere of the A24 dark comedy 'How to Make a Killing,' directed by John Patton Ford. The film stars Qualley and Powell as leads in the crime drama adaptation, which has a 103-minute runtime.

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The knockout stage draw, held Tuesday in Cairo, paired South African champions Mamelodi Sundowns against Mali's Stade Malien, with Sundowns hosting the first leg on March 13-14 before heading to Bamako for the return on March 20-21. Supporters celebrated the 'easy' draw after topping their group and beating MC Alger in playoffs, eyeing a potential semi-final against ES Tunis or 12-time winners Al Ahly. Pundits like Thomas Mlambo urged fans to dream big, as Sundowns chase their first Champions League title after a 2019 semi-final run.

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Mamelodi Sundowns fans lit up with excitement after landing Stade Malien in the quarter-finals—a matchup that opens a promising path forward.

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The February 17 post by @_perfectmips drew over 5,000 likes but sparked replies highlighting 'Jesús' as hugely popular in Mexico, Venezuela, Colombia, and Spain due to Catholic roots. Users shared stories of Mexican uncles, Peruvian grandmas, U.S. landscapers named Jesus, and even Arsenal's Gabriel Jesus. The exchange showed cultural differences: many English speakers view 'Jesus' as too sacred, while Latino traditions embrace it, and Muslims revere Jesus as prophet Isa. It turned into a reminder of Christianity's global diversity and the need for cultural context online.

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A post asked why Christians skip naming kids 'Jesus' like Muslims do 'Muhammad.' Replies from Latin America quickly shared that 'Jesús' is a everyday name there, with over 1.4 million in Mexico alone.

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Phil Craig, co-founder of the Cape Independence Advocacy Group and a long-time South Africa resident, argues the country was never truly cohesive since its 1910 union and pushes for Western Cape self-determination. The clip with economist Gunter Fehlinger, shared on November 19, drew fierce criticism on X, with users demanding his deportation and accusing him of seeking minority dominance or recolonization. While CIAG polls show 68% Western Cape support for a referendum, the movement holds limited political power, and the government has dismissed such efforts.

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In a recent interview clip, British-born Phil Craig calls for Cape independence, dreaming of a safe, prosperous Western Cape free from national divides. X users quickly fired back, slamming him as an outsider trying to split South Africa.

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