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At the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington on February 5, Donald Trump praised First Lady Oluremi Tinubu as a respected Christian pastor from Nigeria's largest church. The next day, Senator Adams Oshiomhole rushed to Abuja's Aso Rock Villa to congratulate President Bola Tinubu, hailing it as proof of inclusive leadership bridging Qur’an and Bible amid religious tensions. Nigerians online roasted the move as unserious, sharing memes and jabs like 'What kind of country is this' while grappling with 40% food inflation, rampant kidnappings, and daily struggles—highlighting frustration over misplaced priorities.

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A U.S. president's quick compliment to Nigeria's First Lady sparked a senator's hasty visit to the president—only for online crowds to turn it into a meme fest of disbelief.

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António José Seguro, the Socialist Party candidate, secured 66.82% of the vote—3.48 million ballots—to defeat far-right leader André Ventura's 33.18% in the February 8 runoff. The win followed a fragmented first round on January 18, where no one reached a majority amid debates on immigration, healthcare, and the economy, prompting center-right endorsements for Seguro to block Ventura. At 63, the veteran politician and former PS leader takes office as Portugal's first Socialist president in over 20 years, pledging to serve all amid a turbulent backdrop of storm recovery and strong nationwide support.

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After floods from Storm Kristin disrupted the campaign, Portuguese voters showed up to choose unity over division in a decisive second round.

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The 40-year-old Portuguese star skipped Al Nassr's last two Saudi Pro League games due to frustrations with delayed employee payments and the club's transfer plans compared to rivals. His demands were met when all overdue salaries were cleared, paving the way for his return—he'll miss Wednesday's AFC Champions League Two match but is set to play against Al Fateh on February 14. Club vice president Khaled Al-Malik credited Ronaldo with turning the league global, while fans shared loyalty montages and classic throwbacks from his Manchester United days.

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Cristiano Ronaldo, juggling under stadium lights with teammates, is back training after a brief boycott over unpaid staff salaries at Al Nassr.

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Fenerbahçe beat Gençlerbirliği 3-1 at home on Monday, with Anderson Talisca scoring from the penalty spot and Kerem Aktürkoglu adding a quickfire brace before halftime. World Cup winner N'Golo Kanté, fresh from Al-Ittihad, anchored midfield for 61 minutes in his No. 17 shirt during the dominant display. The win stretched their unbeaten run to 21 matches, keeping them three points behind leaders Galatasaray under José Mourinho. Post-match, Kanté joined the joyful fan ritual, instantly endearing himself to supporters.

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N'Golo Kanté stepped onto Ülker Stadium's pitch for his Fenerbahçe debut, and after the win, teammates pulled him into the fans' signature ear-cup celebration, his shy smile lighting up Kadıköy.

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Fan clubs like JARREN SERENS and Jarren United organized the 'Jarren Brews Ilocos' event, featuring limited-edition cupsleeves, photo booths, and tributes to the 19-year-old Pinoy Big Brother star. Garcia, known as the 'Charming Crooner,' made a special appearance in his signature style, blending moments with housemate Kairen that fans adore. The day ended with nationwide trends, family thanks from Jhoann Garcia, and celebrations of the clubs' unity as his Star Magic career grows.

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Jarren Garcia surprised cheering crowds at a bustling mall food court, posing with fans amid collectible cups and neon-lit displays of his music.

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European conservatives and nationalists, including Dutch commentator Eva Vlaardingerbroek and Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, have intensified criticism of European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen regarding the implementation of the EU's 2024 Migration and Asylum Pact. Vlaardingerbroek accused von der Leyen of harming Europe through migration, farming policies, and vaccine mandates in a November 10, 2025 speech, while Orbán rejected financial contributions to migrant relocation on November 12. Polish and Greek MEPs confronted von der Leyen in parliament, linking the pact to increased crime and cultural threats, despite a reported 35% drop in irregular crossings from July 2024 to June 2025.

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In a fiery speech that electrified conservative audiences, Dutch commentator Eva Vlaardingerbroek vowed to reclaim Europe from 'unelected bureaucrats' like Ursula von der Leyen, blaming her policies for devastation across the continent.

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Culture Minister Rachida Dati awarded the Order of Arts and Letters to the Montpellier team for Expedition 33, which swept nine Game Awards including Game of the Year after launching April 24, 2025. The turn-based RPG with real-time combat, set in a Belle Époque-inspired fantasy, sold over 5 million copies, earned 92 on Metacritic, and peaked at 145,000 Steam players. Its photo mode now fuels fan-shared captures of ghostly pianists and epic character poses, while the soundtrack topped Billboard charts.

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In a proud ceremony, 28 developers from Sandfall Interactive knelt to receive France's Chevalier title, their RPG hailed as a pinnacle of national gaming artistry.

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Former Conservative MP Rory Stewart has called on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to raise income tax rates ahead of the November 26 Autumn Budget, despite Labour's 2024 manifesto commitment against increases in income tax, National Insurance, or VAT. Stewart argues that broad-based income tax hikes would be less harmful to economic growth than targeted levies, as the government faces a £20 billion fiscal deficit inherited from the previous administration and commitments to public services. Reports indicate Reeves has abandoned plans for income tax rises, focusing instead on efficiencies and alternative measures amid ongoing public discussions on taxation.

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In a bold X post, former Tory MP Rory Stewart demands Chancellor Rachel Reeves shatter Labour's sacred manifesto promise by hiking income taxes to rescue the economy from fiscal peril.

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The Nomad List founder shared candid observations on everyday upkeep in Chinese cities, contrasting it with backlash he faced in Portugal for similar posts and even threats after his associate praised Spain. Chinese responders highlighted regional differences, like better maintenance in Hangzhou, and pointed to 24/7 Citizen Hotlines that assign staff to fix reported issues such as potholes. They celebrated such self-critique as a path to progress, while noting Europeans often respond defensively to outsiders. Levels advises sticking to practical matters over politics in China and much of Asia.

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While traveling through Chongqing, Pieter Levels pointed out rusty buildings and broken tiles in broad daylight. To his surprise, locals thanked him for the honest feedback.

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Welsh fans booed and chanted over the Liechtenstein national anthem before a World Cup qualifier match due to its shared melody with 'God Save the King.' The anthem, 'Oben am jungen Rhein,' uses the same tune as the British national anthem, prompting surprise and criticism among observers.

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Social media users debated whether Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana's challenge on Brighton forward Joao Pedro in a Premier League match warranted a red card or penalty. They criticized VAR for not reviewing the incident and highlighted perceived inconsistencies with other incidents, such as Cristian Romero's red card on the same day.

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