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In a letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Attorney General Pam Bondi dated Tuesday, Democratic Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed requested an investigation by December 1 into World Liberty Financial's compliance with anti-money laundering rules, sanctions, and governance. The demand stems from a September report by Accountable.US alleging the project sold $WLFI governance tokens to wallets linked to North Korea's Lazarus Group, a Russian sanctions-evasion stablecoin, Iran's NoBitex exchange, and the sanctioned mixer Tornado Cash. DT Marks DEFI LLC, controlled by Donald Trump and his family, holds 22.5 billion tokens and receives 75% of sales revenue, while the project lists Trump family members in prominent roles; World Liberty Financial maintains it has robust compliance measures with no evidence of wrongdoing.

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Senators Elizabeth Warren and Jack Reed have fired off a letter urging a federal probe into World Liberty Financial, the Trump family's crypto project, over alleged sales to North Korean hackers and sanctioned entities.

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In a Fox News interview, Cruz credited President Trump's leadership for creating the opportunity and said he urged Trump two days earlier not to let it pass. He pointed to Iran's surging protests over economic woes and repression, alongside U.S. moves like deploying the USS Gerald R. Ford carrier group and tariffs on countries trading with Iran. Supporters praised the bold vision for U.S.-aligned governments, while critics like Elizabeth Warren and Hakeem Jeffries warned against unauthorized military action and called for congressional approval amid ongoing nuclear talks.

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Senator Ted Cruz told Sean Hannity that the next six months could bring the fall of regimes in Iran, Venezuela, and Cuba—the biggest shift since the Berlin Wall.

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Brazilian-Italian commentator Spritz shared an AI-generated map on Friday, claiming success in southern Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and parts of Chile stems from Italo-Germanic immigrant diasporas, contrasting with bureaucratic Iberian cultures elsewhere. Supporters point to higher GDP per capita in those blue zones—like Uruguay's $23,000-$37,000 and southern Brazil's $20,000+ versus Brazil's national $10,000—linked to 19th-20th century German and Italian settlers. Critics call it flawed history, noting Italians and these areas are mostly Catholic, all follow civil law, and mismatches like blue Rio de Janeiro with its Portuguese roots. The post drew over 420,000 views, sparking debates on culture, religion, and real drivers of wealth like institutions and resources.

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A simple map coloring Latin America red for Iberian influences and blue for Italo-Germanic ones has people arguing over why some regions thrive while others struggle.

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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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Matheus Cunha stated in an interview that he is grateful for everything Ruben Amorim did at Wolverhampton Wanderers, describing him as an incredible person who attracted many new players to the club. Cunha attributed a significant part of the team's ongoing success to Amorim's influence, noting that excessive pressure distorted the simple context during his tenure.

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A YouGov survey of over 1,000 U.S. adults from February 10-13 revealed 50% support for D.C. statehood and 48% for Puerto Rico, compared to just 27% for Greenland and 24% for Canada. Partisan splits stand out: Democrats strongly favor D.C. and Puerto Rico but oppose the others, while Republicans lean against D.C. and Puerto Rico yet show more openness to Greenland. The findings highlight ongoing debates over representation for tax-paying areas without full congressional votes, amid hurdles like stalled bills and Republican control of Congress.

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Imagine paying federal taxes without a voting senator—that's the daily reality for D.C. residents, and a new poll finds most Americans want to change it for them and Puerto Rico.

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In the UEFA Champions League knockout playoff first leg Tuesday, Galatasaray trailed at halftime but erupted for five goals, including two assisted by on-loan striker Victor Osimhen. The Nigerian forward forced three turnovers that led directly to goals and pressured Juve's defense into a red card, leaving them with 10 men. Fans praised his work rate as a 'pressing iron,' highlighting his six goals and two assists this campaign despite his post-match frustration at not scoring himself. The win gives Gala a strong edge before the Feb. 25 return leg in Turin.

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Victor Osimhen didn't score, but his non-stop pressing tore Juventus apart, sparking a 5-2 comeback win for Galatasaray in Istanbul.

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The Nigerian striker, fresh off a £30m move from Atalanta, scored in the 34th minute and set up Julian Alvarez before halftime during Thursday's first leg at Riyadh Air Metropolitano. An Eric Garcia own goal and Antoine Griezmann strike completed Barca's humiliation, leaving them facing a tough return leg on March 3 at Camp Nou. Rival supporters clashed on X, with Lookman backers hyping him over Barca's young stars like Lamine Yamal, while some Barca fans fired back harshly—one viral post called a troll a 'hippopotamus,' drawing cries of hypocrisy and hate from the other side.

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Ademola Lookman arrived at Atletico Madrid and immediately dismantled Barcelona with a goal and assist in a 4-0 Copa del Rey rout. Fans traded blows online, turning banter into accusations of outright hate.

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Manchester United dismissed Ruben Amorim on Monday after 14 months, citing their sixth-place Premier League position following a 1-1 draw at Leeds. The Portuguese manager, who joined from Sporting CP in November 2024 and reached the Europa League final, posted a 38.1% win rate across 63 games—the worst since Sir Alex Ferguson left. Fletcher, a former midfielder with over 340 appearances, takes charge for Wednesday's match at Burnley, with fans mixing despair over the post-Fergie curse and hopes for a reset. Pundits like Gary Neville call for attacking football true to United's DNA, while Amorim's backroom staff departed Carrington laughing despite the shock.

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Ruben Amorim strolled through the snow with his wife, flashing a thumbs-up to cameras just hours after his Manchester United sacking. The club turned to legend Darren Fletcher as interim boss amid a dismal run.

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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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A Córdoba court ruled that NordVPN and ProtonVPN must block IP addresses for 16 pirate sites streaming LaLiga matches without permission, calling the providers technological intermediaries under EU law. LaLiga celebrated the order as a win against evasion tactics like VPN geo-unblocking, but both companies decried the unnotified, ex parte decision as unfair and ineffective since pirates switch addresses easily. The move builds on 2024 ISP blocks that already cause weekend outages for banks, government sites, social apps, and more, amid complaints over LaLiga's high costs up to €109 monthly fueling illegal viewing.

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LaLiga fans dodging pricey streams now face a new hurdle: courts telling VPNs to shut down access to pirate sites right in Spain.

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The Southside Collectives, a Benin City music community, released a 75-second trailer for 'B-Side to Lasgidi,' blending Edo heritage with Lagos energy through vivid shots of rituals, cathedrals, and danfo buses. They describe it as a bridge and movement building on past releases like 'The B-Side Album,' spotlighting Benin youth carrying ancestral roots into modern culture. Fans praise the storytelling and art direction, urging collabs with stars like Rema and Shallipopi, while celebrating Benin's rising talent hub beyond Lagos dominance.

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Masked figures in traditional attire gather outside clay-brick homes, as the trailer pulses with Afrobeats and shifts from Benin streets to Lagos hustle.

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The 21-year-old American, known as the 'Quad God,' led the short program at the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics but dropped to eighth overall after errors in the free skate, including a downgraded quadruple Axel. Kazakhstan's Mikhail Shaidorov won gold with 291.58 points, Japan's Yuma Kagiyama took silver, and Shun Sato bronze—marking Kazakhstan's first figure skating Olympic medal. In a CBS interview, Malinin emphasized learning from losses and advancing the sport through technical feats over lasting fame from Olympic titles, drawing both criticism for seeming to shade past champions like Yuzuru Hanyu and praise for his honesty and impact on skating's popularity.

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After falls cost him individual gold, Ilia Malinin shared raw thoughts on pressure and pushing figure skating forward. Fans quickly split over his words.

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On February 14, militants from the al-Qaeda-linked JNIM group attacked Titao in northern Burkina Faso, killing seven male tomato traders from a group of 18 Ghanaians and injuring four others. The victims' bodies were buried locally after decomposing in the heat, with DNA samples taken for identification, while survivors received a military escort to safety. Vice President Bawumia offered condolences and called for better regional intelligence, as Ghana holds a security summit amid concerns over jihadist spillover threatening vital cross-border trade routes.

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Seven Ghanaian men traveling for cheaper tomatoes met a tragic end when jihadists stormed their town, separating men and women before opening fire.

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During Brentford's home match against West Ham on February 14, Mbeumo hit a top speed of 34.37 km/h on his 32nd high-intensity sprint of the game, beating Traoré who had entered around the 90th minute. The Premier League's official clip of the recovery race drew fans debating Mbeumo's stamina versus Traoré's positioning and pace. While Brentford's top scorer showed tireless tracking, West Ham—18th in the table—hopes Traoré's power can aid their relegation fight, with the moment highlighting the league's brutal speed demands.

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In the 91st minute, Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo—after 90 grueling minutes—sprinted past West Ham's just-subbed Adama Traoré, turning a tense counter into instant highlight-reel drama.

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Michel Nkuka Mboladinga, the 50-something DR Congo superfan known as Lumumba, signed a 100 million Congolese franc deal (about $44,000 USD) to become the face of TECNO's CAMON 50 smartphone. His iconic motionless pose during the Leopards' AFCON 2025 games in Morocco made him a national hero and social media star, earning emotional fan farewells. At the signing, he grinned alongside cheering staff, holding the phone box, while most praised his principled rise—though a few questioned profiting from the independence leader's image. This follows his appointment as national sports brand ambassador, complete with a luxury SUV.

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Lumumba stood frozen with a raised fist through every tense match, channeling Patrice Lumumba's spirit—and now that dedication has led to a life-changing payday.

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Manchester United fans are debating starting Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Sesko, and Bryan Mbeumo in the front three over Amad Diallo following a draw against West Ham. Critics highlight Diallo's lack of efficiency in scoring and creating chances, including a late-game pass to Sesko instead of shooting, while supporters note his 2 goals and 2 assists in 15 Premier League games under manager Ruben Amorim. The discussion references Mbeumo's recent assist and Sesko and Mbeumo's four goal contributions each in their last five appearances.

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CS2 trader MitaoCatCS claims he was scammed out of 7-8K USD by Brazilian collector bmw_jonas after prepaying for liquid assets and CS2 items including a Dig Holo Kato14, with no delivery after one month. bmw_jonas counters that MitaoCatCS offered 35% below Buff value, missed a payment, and lied about the amount. The dispute references prior deals between them since 2020 and has prompted community warnings against trusting bmw_jonas and prepaying in trades.

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The Bank of Botswana launched the commemorative note last year for its 50th anniversary, featuring 22-year-old Tebogo's 200m gold from the 2024 Paris Olympics and the relay team's silver—Botswana's first Olympic medals. That inspired South Africans to call for a limited R100 note honoring DJ Black Coffee, the Grammy-winning house music star who's elevated the nation's sound globally through Coachella sets and philanthropy. While supporters praise his cultural impact, critics argue athletes like Springboks captain Siya Kolisi better represent national glory on currency currently featuring Nelson Mandela.

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Botswana put Olympic gold medalist Letsile Tebogo's face on its 50 Pula note, turning everyday cash into a daily dose of national pride for kids and fans alike.

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A post on February 9 dismissed video game manuals as unimportant back in the day, but it unleashed waves of nostalgia with users sharing stories of reading them at restaurants, studying lore from Diablo or Age of Empires II, and cherishing inserts like cloth maps from Ultima IV. Even Doom designer Sandy Petersen joined in, lamenting his witty manuals with a crying emoji. The exchange reveals a divide between those who miss the paper hype-builders and others who see digital PDFs as sufficient amid shrinking budgets and slim packaging.

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Picture ripping open a new game on the car ride home, flipping through colorful manuals like a treasured comic book. That's the thrill dozens of gamers recalled after one skeptical post questioned their importance.

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Ivory Coast, producing 40% of the world's cocoa, set its 2025/26 farmgate price at 2,800 CFA francs per kilogram in October, but global futures have crashed to around $3,500 per ton. Exporters offer just 1,500-1,800 CFA francs—deals banned by regulators—leaving cooperatives like Sekou Dagnogo's owing farmers money in places like Duekoue. Farmer Frederic Kouassi Kouassi in Remikro says some take low offers out of desperation, while the Coffee and Cocoa Council buys back stocks to prevent waste; neighboring Ghana cut prices 28% to align with markets and boost sales.

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In Ivory Coast, warehouses are stacked to the ceiling with cocoa beans that risk spoiling, as exporters balk at the government's fixed price for farmers.

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Fans of the South African telenovela InimbaMzansi debate the dysfunctional marriage of characters Hlathi and Zoleka. Discussions highlight Hlathi's selfishness, abuse, pressure on Zoleka to have children soon after childbirth, family interference, Hlathi's controlling nature, and Zoleka's anxiety. Viewers mention Thumeka as Hlathi's alternative partner for family expansion and question Zoleka's happiness and compatibility with Hlathi.

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