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On Thursday, Jackson Hinkle's X post labeling Taiwan a 'fake country' under China drew sharp rebuttals and support, spotlighting Taiwan's limited diplomatic recognition by only 12 UN members and the Holy See amid the unresolved Chinese Civil War. Taiwan governs 23 million people democratically, holds multiparty elections, maintains a 215,000-strong military, and receives U.S. arms support, including a recent $330 million package. Public opinion strongly favors the status quo or independence, with over 80% rejecting China's 'one country, two systems' model, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.

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Influencer Jackson Hinkle declared Taiwan a 'fake country' that belongs to China, igniting a heated online clash viewed over 65,000 times. The post amplified longstanding tensions between China's unification claims and Taiwan's 76 years of independent self-governance.

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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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Kylian Mbappé claimed that Benfica player Franco Mastantuono called Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior 'mono' (monkey) five times during the Champions League match. Vinícius Júnior addressed the alleged racist abuse on Instagram. Mastantuono covered his mouth and shirt amid the incident, sparking debates over the remarks.

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A photo featuring footballers including N'Golo Kanté standing while Declan Rice and Sergio Busquets are seated has sparked widespread online discussion and memes. Users question Declan Rice's inclusion and achievements compared to Kanté, Rodri, Paul Pogba, and Yaya Touré, with calls for others to stand so Kanté can sit.

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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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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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Ancelotti, who took over Brazil in 2025, has not called up the 34-year-old Neymar for any of his eight matches so far and privately questions his commitment and ability to meet modern football's high-intensity demands based on GPS and physiological data. Publicly, he insists players must be at top physical levels for the tournament. With March friendlies against France and Croatia as the last major test before May's squad announcement, Neymar has limited Paulista games to impress amid a stacked lineup featuring Vinícius Júnior, Rodrygo, and Raphinha—fans are divided on whether his history as Brazil's all-time top scorer earns him one last shot.

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Neymar dazzled with an assist in his first game back from knee surgery, a 6-0 rout for Santos. But Brazil coach Carlo Ancelotti remains skeptical about his intensity for the World Cup grind.

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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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The supposed Onana remark—'He’s a good goalkeeper. I’m also a goalkeeper. Football will decide the rest'—spread quickly online, though no sources confirm it exists. While 29-year-old Onana struggles on loan at Trabzonspor, conceding all three shots in a recent 3-2 loss to Fenerbahce, 23-year-old Lammens has shone in 21 appearances for United since August 2025, cutting the loss rate by 66% and earning four clean sheets. With Onana's contract running to 2028 and high wages complicating a sale, fans split between worry over his return and cheers for Lammens as the steady No. 1.

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A cheeky quote claiming André Onana brushed off rival Senne Lammens has fans fired up, but many suspect it's just made-up bait.

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Fans shared bold claims that Alaba will depart at the end of his contract on June 30, 2026, tagging transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, but he posted nothing on it. The Austrian defender, sidelined by injuries like a torn ACL and meniscus issues since 2023, has started just 10 matches this season after shining early with an El Clasico screamer and a Champions League win. While some fans cherish his highs and post grateful highlights, others gripe about his high salary amid limited play, as the club eyes younger center-backs.

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David Alaba's future at Real Madrid sparked intense buzz Monday night, with fans insisting his exit is locked in—though top sources stay silent.

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During the Krewe of Tucks parade on February 14, a rider on the 'Crack Pipe' float threw Black Barbie-style dolls with plastic beads tied around their necks, which mom Shayna Lee called 'disgraceful' after her daughter caught one. The family faced the tough task of explaining the racist lynching imagery to Railyn, stealing her joy during Black History Month. Mayor Helena Moreno condemned it as 'deeply offensive,' the Krewe apologized and banned those involved, and Louisiana's Attorney General launched a probe, while the family accepted an invite to watch from City Hall but cut their trip short.

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Seven-year-old Railyn beamed with excitement on her birthday, grabbing a doll tossed from a Mardi Gras float—until her parents saw the beads looped tightly around its neck.

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In 2022, a 19-year-old woman in Mineiros, Goiás, gave birth to healthy twin boys after relations with two men close together. The rare case of heteropaternal superfecundation—where two eggs are fertilized by sperm from different men—was only the 20th documented worldwide, according to her doctor. The devoted presumed father, stunned by the results, registered both boys and raises them on weekends despite financial strain, saying the love stays the same no matter what.

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A young mom in Brazil welcomed fraternal twins with strikingly different skin tones—one fair, one darker—leaving everyone stunned when DNA tests revealed two separate dads.

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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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Absa Group named Sitoyo Lopokoiyit, former managing director of M-Pesa Africa, as chief executive for its Personal and Private Banking division. During his tenure since 2021, he expanded M-Pesa to serve over 60 million monthly customers and launched innovations like the Super App and Fuliza overdraft service. The appointment, part of a broader executive reshuffle, aims to strengthen Absa's customer-focused solutions amid rising fintech competition, with Group CEO Kenny Fihla praising it for enhancing organizational resilience.

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Sitoyo Lopokoiyit, the driving force behind M-Pesa's massive growth across Africa, is bringing his fintech expertise to Absa's executive team starting April 1.

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