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Porch spent 15 years at Meta, shaping creator partnerships from early Instagram days through Reels incentives for TikTok stars. Now OpenAI's first VP of global creative partnerships, he'll report to CEO Fidji Simo starting in March, focusing on music, film, and fashion communities to build AI tools for learning and entertainment. His arrival highlights OpenAI's push into Hollywood amid licensing deals like Disney's $1 billion Sora pact, as the company conducts a listening tour to address creatives' AI concerns from past strikes.

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Charles Porch, who brought Beyoncé's album to Instagram and welcomed Pope Francis to the platform, is jumping from Meta to OpenAI with big dreams for AI and culture.

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Pakistan's army chief attended the Munich Security Conference and held talks in Riyadh and Abu Dhabi to strengthen security and economic ties, as confirmed by official statements. Social media posts and cited Iranian sources alleged unverified nuclear sales to Saudi Arabia and pledges for a U.S. strike on Iran, including claims of CIA and Israeli meetings backed only by unconfirmed images. Critics labeled these stories disinformation, while supporters praised Munir's diplomatic push amid regional tensions.

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Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir faced a quick ID check at the Munich Security Conference, a moment that captured online attention amid wilder whispers of secret deals.

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Mexico and the Vatican rejected full membership in U.S. President Donald Trump's Board of Peace, launched in January 2026 to fund Gaza's $5 billion reconstruction, disarm Hamas, and stabilize the area after the Israel-Hamas war. Both cited the exclusion of Palestine as a state and the board's structure outside UN control; Mexico will send an observer like its ambassador, while the Vatican stays out entirely. Other nations including Spain, France, and Germany also declined, highlighting divisions over Palestinian involvement as the board's first meeting approaches in Washington on February 19.

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President Claudia Sheinbaum stood firm at her daily briefing, explaining why Mexico couldn't join without Palestine at the table. The Vatican's top diplomat echoed the call for UN leadership in Gaza's fragile recovery.

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MP Rachael Thomas questioned leaders of the Canadian Media Producers Association in a parliamentary committee for telling Prime Minister Mark Carney 'we have your back.' She argued that this compromises media independence. Minister Marc Miller dismissed the concerns, accusing Thomas of making it up and defending CBC as ferociously independent while noting the association seeks financial support.

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On January 22, 2025, at the World Economic Forum, Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez proposed linking social media accounts to Europe's digital identity wallets. This would allow nicknames but enable authorities to trace real identities for crimes like hate speech or harassment, addressing bot accounts and misinformation. Part of his pitch to EU leaders, the idea ties into eIDAS 2.0 wallets rolling out by mid-2026 for services like banking, though social media linkage remains just a proposal. The clip has fueled strong pushback, with many viewing it as a step toward greater oversight.

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In a Davos speech earlier this year, Pedro Sánchez drew everyday comparisons to make his case for change online. He pictured streets without masks and cars without plates, urging a shift from full anonymity.

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Pieter Garicano argues in Works in Progress Magazine that Europe's rigid dismissal protections—like 62 months' salary in Spain or €167,000 per worker for Opel's 2014 factory closure—deter firms from high-stakes bets in EVs, AI, or space tech. While Volkswagen outspends U.S. rivals on R&D, it sticks to safe improvements rather than breakthroughs, and economists link this to Europe's lag in AI chips and mRNA vaccines. Critics cite studies showing protections can spur innovation, plus successes in flexicurity models like Denmark's, but many call for reforms to boost dynamism without sacrificing social stability.

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Europe boasts educated workers and solid infrastructure, yet incomes have fallen 20 percent behind U.S. levels since 2000. A new article pins the gap on strict firing rules that make bold risks too costly for companies.

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On January 18, 2026—the day interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa announced a ceasefire—gunmen at a checkpoint near Abu Khashab village executed six adults from a fleeing 12-member Kurdish family from Raqqa, including 50-year-old Mohammed Ismail Salih and his wife Sara. Survivors like Shirin Mohammed Salih, shot in the back, sent heartbreaking voice messages pleading for help as her children were held. The attack, verified by human rights monitors, came amid al-Sharaa's truce with Kurdish-led forces, yet further violations like artillery strikes followed, testing fragile peace as Kurds fear ethnic targeting.

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A father assured gunmen his family carried no weapons or politics, only to watch them order the adults killed right there at a checkpoint.

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On November 13, Jerusalem-based writer Mohammed El-Kurd tweeted calling for an honest conversation about 'Jewish supremacy' in Israel's policies toward Palestinians, garnering thousands of engagements on X. Supporters cite reports from B'Tselem, Human Rights Watch, and Amnesty International describing Israel's system as apartheid with discriminatory laws and unequal rights for Palestinians. Critics label the term antisemitic rhetoric echoing historical tropes, while columnist Jill Filipovic deleted a critical tweet and clarified her opposition to deplatforming El-Kurd. The exchange reveals ongoing tensions in critiquing Israel's governance amid accusations of antisemitism.

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A single tweet from Palestinian writer Mohammed El-Kurd demanding an 'honest conversation' about Jewish supremacy in Israel exploded into a viral X firestorm, pitting human rights critiques against charges of antisemitism.

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On February 17 and 18, Witkoff and Kushner held indirect talks with Iranian officials at the Omani consulate, followed by trilateral discussions with Russian and Ukrainian delegates. U.S. officials reported meaningful progress, including Iran's commitment to a written proposal and pledges to continue Ukraine negotiations. Kushner's informal role drew scrutiny over his private investment ties to Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar, while the pair now heads to Washington for Trump's new 'Board of Peace' on Gaza and conflicts. Supporters praise the dealmaker approach from Trump's first term, but critics question its depth for complex crises.

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Jared Kushner, now a private citizen, stepped into high-stakes diplomacy alongside U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff in Geneva this week. Their back-to-back meetings tackled Iran's nuclear program and Russia's war in Ukraine.

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In 2023, Labour Together—a think tank key to Keir Starmer's leadership shift—paid APCO Worldwide £30,000 to investigate reporters like Sunday Times' Gabriel Pogrund and Harry Yorke, Guardian's Henry Dyer, Paul Holden, and Matt Taibbi after stories on its £740,000 in unreported 2017-2020 donations. The firm labeled them 'significant persons of interest' and speculated their info came from an illegal hack, even submitting reports to the National Cyber Security Centre. Labour Together's then-director Josh Simons, now a minister, called it a probe into a suspected hack unrelated to UK journalists, but targeted reporters described the materials as a 'dodgy dossier' aimed at discrediting their work. Press freedom groups raised alarms over the tactics amid broader concerns about political pressure on scrutiny.

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Journalists who exposed hidden donations faced unexpected scrutiny from a Labour-linked group, with leaked memos revealing a PR firm's detailed dossiers on them.

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Jaxson Hayes, the first Los Angeles Laker in six years to participate since Dwight Howard, attempted a dunk reminiscent of Michael Jordan's iconic slam but executed it poorly. Hayes posted an Instagram story comparing his dunk to Jordan's.

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A video from the Lakers' 124-104 win over Dallas on February 12 shows James gyrating and hyping the crowd, prompting critics to blame his antics, flopping, and showmanship for a supposed NBA popularity drop compared to Jordan and Kobe eras. Defenders note Shaquille O'Neal danced similarly decades ago, and historical clips reveal Jordan's shushing and Kobe's flair. Despite the divide, the 2025-26 season boasts record viewership up 92% early on, $14.3 billion in projected revenue, and rising team values, signaling the league's success under James' entertaining evolution.

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LeBron James, at 41, lit up Crypto.com Arena with wild dance moves on the jumbotron before dropping 28 points in a Lakers rout of the Mavericks.

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MP Rachael Thomas questioned leaders of the Canadian Media Producers Association in a parliamentary committee for telling Prime Minister Mark Carney 'we have your back.' She argued that this compromises media independence. Minister Marc Miller dismissed the concerns, accusing Thomas of making it up and defending CBC as ferociously independent while noting the association seeks financial support.

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During NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles, Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell shared that playing alongside LeBron James in Cleveland would feel special, especially as a longtime fan of the 41-year-old Lakers forward. He made the comments on SiriusXM NBA Radio amid rumors of James possibly returning home in free agency this summer after a strong season averaging 22 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 7.1 assists. Mitchell stressed his priority remains winning a championship with the 34-21 Cavaliers, led by himself, new addition James Harden, Evan Mobley, and Jarrett Allen. Former Cavs GM David Griffin added fuel, saying he'd be surprised if James doesn't return to Northeast Ohio.

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Donovan Mitchell lit up talking about LeBron James as a teammate, calling it a dream for any fan. Yet he quickly turned focus back to chasing a ring with his current Cavaliers crew.

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Israeli authorities extended visiting hours for Jews at the site—revered as the ancient Temples by Jews and Islam's third-holiest by Muslims—from four to over five hours, the first such change during Ramadan. The visits drew criticism from pro-Palestinian accounts calling them provocative, while new restrictions limited West Bank Palestinian worshippers to specific age groups for Friday prayers due to security concerns from the Gaza war. No clashes occurred, but an Al-Aqsa imam was arrested earlier, and police entered courtyards during evening prayers, highlighting the site's delicate balance under a long-standing status quo.

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Dozens of Jewish visitors danced and sang through Jerusalem's Temple Mount courtyards on Wednesday, the start of Ramadan, as police provided heavy protection.

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The House Foreign Affairs Committee held a hearing on U.S. policy challenges in Syria after Bashar al-Assad's fall in December 2024, focusing on rising atrocities against religious and ethnic minorities under interim leader Ahmad al-Sharaa. Witnesses detailed mass killings of over 1,500 Alawites in March 2025, more than 1,000 deaths in Suwayda including abductions of Druze women and girls, a suicide bombing that killed 25 Christians at Damascus's Mar Elias Church, and brutal offensives against Kurds with beheadings and executions. Chairman Brian Mast warned al-Sharaa against eroding U.S. trust, while calls grew to enforce minority protections, manage Turkish influence, and potentially reimpose sanctions amid tensions with the Trump administration.

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Lawmakers from both parties voiced sharp frustration over attacks on Druze, Kurds, Alawites, and Christians in Syria's fragile new era.

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Multiple X users posted PrizePicks 'Taco Tuesday' betting slips focused on soccer props, particularly Victor Osimhen over 1.5 shots and Bryan Cain over 18.5 PRA. Discussions debated the reliability of these bets, with some fading Osimhen's prop due to prior misses on his under while others highlighted his high shot volume in Champions League play. Users requested slips in 3-man power or 6-flex formats.

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A 15-second AI-generated clip using ByteDance's new Seedance 2.0 model reimagines Titanic's heartbreaking finale, with Leonardo DiCaprio's Jack pulling himself up next to Kate Winslet's Rose in the freezing water. Released on February 12, the hyper-realistic video revives the long-running debate over whether the door could hold both, drawing thousands of likes and reposts alongside jokes about Rose not helping Jack. While Hollywood critics highlight glitches and copyright concerns, the demo showcases Seedance's advances in motion, physics, and audio syncing amid rising AI video competition.

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Jack climbs onto the floating door beside Rose, embracing her as rescue lights approach—an icy happy ending fans have dreamed of for decades.

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Uber agreed to pay $335 million in cash for Getir's food delivery arm, which racked up over $1 billion in bookings last year, plus a $100 million investment for a 15% stake in its other operations. The deal follows Uber's $700 million purchase of Trendyol Go in 2025 and aims to combine apps for better restaurant and grocery access in Turkey, Uber's third-largest untapped market. CEO Dara Khosrowshahi sees it as a bet on the country's dynamic consumers, creating jobs for couriers and opportunities for merchants, with the food portion set to close in late 2026 pending approvals.

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Uber is doubling down on Turkey's fast-growing delivery market by snapping up Getir's food business, blending it with local favorites to give riders more choices.

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Overwatch 2's Season 13 Conquest event launched February 10, letting players pick sides weekly between heroic Overwatch and villainous Talon for missions, loot boxes, cosmetics, and an exclusive icon for winners. Talon grabbed 61% allegiance in Week 1, fueled by new leader Vendetta's coup and grim lore like Sigma's captivity, with voice lines hinting at rescues and defections. Winston supporters vent fury online, posting pleas like 'Winston never let you down' amid memes and Talon cheers, while the game adds new heroes and evolving story twists.

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Winston fans are heartbroken, calling Talon choosers traitors after a decade of the gorilla scientist's loyalty in every Overwatch match.

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New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters sharply rebuked his coalition partners on Monday for proposing state asset sales to tackle rising unemployment at 4.7%, record business insolvencies, and government debt at 42% of GDP. Peters advocated building value in state assets to drive growth and jobs, citing Singapore's model, while Prime Minister Christopher Luxon minimized the disagreement, focusing on spending cuts and tax relief in the 2025 Budget. Opposition leaders like Labour's Chris Hipkins and the Greens' Chlöe Swarbrick echoed concerns about privatization risks amid slow GDP growth of 0.2%.

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In a fiery RNZ interview, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters slammed his own government's asset sale push as a 'tawdry, silly argument'—a desperate bid to fix an economy reeling from 4.7% unemployment and soaring debt.

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On the BBC Sounds podcast Sidetracked with Annie and Nick, Grimshaw shared a funny exchange after praising Styles' dance moves in the 'Aperture' video while wearing the floppy Collapse sneakers. He texted Styles about getting a painful corn from trying them, and Styles replied with 'Ha ha ha' followed by 'They’re basically socks. Absolute piss take'—British slang for something ridiculous. The lime-green kicks from the January 23 video have fueled the 'sneakerina' trend, and fans love Styles' cheeky humor, with Grimshaw joking about asking him about corns at the Brit Awards 2026.

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Harry Styles burst out laughing in a text to old friend Nick Grimshaw, dismissing his quirky Prada sneakers as 'basically socks' and a total joke.

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New Zealand Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters sharply rebuked his coalition partners on Monday for proposing state asset sales to tackle rising unemployment at 4.7%, record business insolvencies, and government debt at 42% of GDP. Peters advocated building value in state assets to drive growth and jobs, citing Singapore's model, while Prime Minister Christopher Luxon minimized the disagreement, focusing on spending cuts and tax relief in the 2025 Budget. Opposition leaders like Labour's Chris Hipkins and the Greens' Chlöe Swarbrick echoed concerns about privatization risks amid slow GDP growth of 0.2%.

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In a fiery RNZ interview, Deputy Prime Minister Winston Peters slammed his own government's asset sale push as a 'tawdry, silly argument'—a desperate bid to fix an economy reeling from 4.7% unemployment and soaring debt.

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