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The U.S. has set June as the target for Ukraine and Russia to agree on peace, Zelenskyy announced after UAE-hosted talks in Abu Dhabi that delivered a swap of 314 prisoners—the first in five months—and restarted U.S.-Russia military dialogues. Zelenskyy highlighted Ukrainian intelligence on Russia's 'Dmitriev package,' a proposed $12 trillion economic deal with the U.S. that draws widespread skepticism for exceeding Russia's entire GDP many times over. While no breakthroughs occurred on core issues like Donbas status or the Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, upcoming Miami talks signal continued U.S. pressure, as Zelenskyy calls for strong security guarantees amid ongoing Russian strikes.

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In a closed briefing, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy shared a surprising U.S. push: a June deadline to end the war, amid fresh prisoner swaps but unresolved disputes over land and security.

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ESPN reports indicate Portugal plans to offer Jose Mourinho the national team role after Roberto Martinez's deal expires following the 2026 World Cup in the US, Canada, and Mexico. The 63-year-old, currently at Benfica on a two-year contract since last September, would enter international management for the first time, potentially reuniting with Ronaldo whom he coached at Real Madrid. Benfica has Ruben Amorim, the 40-year-old ex-Sporting CP and Manchester United manager, ready as a replacement. Fans are buzzing about Mourinho's possible 'last dance' with Portugal's stars, though no official confirmation exists yet.

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Imagine Jose Mourinho finally leading Portugal, his home nation, alongside Cristiano Ronaldo in a World Cup push. ESPN sources say the offer could come once Roberto Martinez's contract ends post-2026.

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The discussion began with a16z's Chris Dixon arguing in a February 6 essay that web3 apps like crypto gaming stalled due to scams and regulatory uncertainty, with clearer rules set to unlock their potential alongside stablecoins and wallets. Dragonfly's Haseeb Qureshi rebutted that no one wants non-financial crypto uses, pointing to successes like Bitcoin, DeFi, and RWAs as purely financial wins that thrived despite hurdles. Others like Helius CEO Mert_ see blockchains as upgraded money infrastructure enabling broader apps, while gaming talk highlights past overpromises and hopes for AI-driven revival, reflecting crypto's shift from hype to proven finance rails.

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Chris Dixon envisioned blockchain powering games and social media, but Haseeb Qureshi countered that non-financial apps have flopped in the market test.

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K-pop idols and artists such as Jennie, Lalisa Manoban, Kim Mingyu, Krystal, Suzy, and Oh Sehun posted identical messages announcing the end of their story journey as 'sketchies' created by drawers Dudu and Oosir. The drawers shared similar sentiments about finishing the collaborative project. All posts declare a 'Happy Ending, 2026' and include links to related content.

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A report by NHS Education for Scotland described England's NHS app as usable and scalable, ideal for cross-border patient care. Yet it highlighted risks like limited control and poor political optics, deeming reuse inappropriate. Ministers chose to build MyCare.scot instead, spending over £17 million since 2021, with a pilot launching this December and full rollout delayed until 2030. Critics argue this prioritizes politics over faster help for patients facing long waits.

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Scottish officials had a ready-made app from England that patients there use daily for bookings and records. But worries about appearing as a 'junior partner' led them to start fresh.

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Hallie Marie Tobler was found dead from multiple stab wounds on February 7; her husband Dylan, 23, suffered self-inflicted wounds and was charged Tuesday with second-degree murder. Johnson, a former St. Cloud City Council member who launched his 2026 Republican bid last March, halted his campaign and took down his website. The Minnesota Republican Party called the loss unimaginable, while Governor Walz and Senator Klobuchar offered condolences as the family grieves St. Cloud's first homicide of 2026.

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Jeff Johnson was set to run for Minnesota governor when tragedy struck: his 22-year-old daughter Hallie was fatally stabbed in her St. Cloud apartment.

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The Georgia singer released 'Wish I Didn't,' a high-energy country-pop track about love gone wrong, as the lead single from her third album *Cloud 9*, out February 20. In the cinematic video directed by Lauren Dunn and starring Dylan Efron, Moroney performs her own daring stunts amid a glamorous *Mr. & Mrs. Smith*-style fight scene with smashing plates and glass. Now a multi-platinum arena headliner after her 2022 breakout 'Tennessee Orange,' she's gearing up for the 43-date *Cloud 9 Tour* starting May 29 in Columbus, Ohio.

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Megan Moroney took a plate to the head and jumped into a tussle for her new music video, leaving her knees black and blue. She shrugged it off with a laugh: anything for the art.

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The Ghanaian dancehall star released the uplifting song early Saturday, featuring lyrics like 'No matter how tough this life, I make anyway' that hit home for fans in Ghana, Nigeria, Zimbabwe, and more. It arrives right after his TikTok livestream where he called music beefs—like his ongoing feud with Stonebwoy—a smart business move to drive streams and revenue. With 28 tracks already this year, Shatta keeps his pace fierce while prepping for events like ShattaFest UK, earning shouts of 'Shatta never disappoints' from loyal supporters.

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Shatta Wale wakes up fans with 'Destiny,' a track about kneeling before God to stand tall against life's toughest fights. Hours after its YouTube drop, views climb past 12,000 as listeners cheer its raw perseverance vibe.

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The satirical image, first posted on Threads in early January, resurfaced widely after philosopher Bernardo Kastrup shared it, mixing laughs with boasts about U.S. military might and reminders of real Viking history in Canada. Danes quickly clarified they have no interest in reclaiming America, while reactions poke at Trump’s past Greenland bid and debates over land rights. Grounded in Leif Erikson’s brief Newfoundland outpost around 1000 AD, the meme highlights how ancient visits don’t redraw modern borders.

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A cheeky map paints the U.S. in Denmark's red-and-white flag, joking that Vikings give them dibs on North America from 1021 CE.

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Britain's Conservative leader revisited her first workplace in Ruislip, west London, on Tuesday to prepare an Egg McMuffin and fries while highlighting her entry-level roots. The party shared a positive message on X about her journey from McDonald's to Leader of the Opposition, but a photo of her in uniform over the fryer drew widespread online mockery as a forced PR stunt. Critics jabbed at the 'Leader of the Opposition' name badge, lack of hairnet, and reminders of immigration debates, with some calling it tone-deaf to real workers amid the Conservatives' polling struggles.

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Thirty years after flipping burgers as a teen, Kemi Badenoch stepped back into the same McDonald's kitchen—tongs in hand, serious face on, only to face staff teasing her for being too slow.

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Defence Minister Helen McEntee announced that diversifying the Irish Defence Forces in every way possible, including increasing the number of women, is a priority.

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The World Bank has halted a $750 million loan to Kenya until the government provides stronger commitments to address a projected Sh901 billion budget deficit for the fiscal year ending June 2026. Treasury Cabinet Secretary John Mbadi confirmed the pause follows a macroeconomic review emphasizing deeper fiscal consolidation, despite Kenya's debt sustainability. The administration is advancing reforms such as implementing a single Treasury account to tackle revenue shortfalls and high spending on debt servicing and public wages.

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In a stark reminder of Kenya's fiscal tightrope, the World Bank has frozen a vital $750 million lifeline, demanding bold cuts to a Sh901 billion deficit that threatens economic stability.

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On February 3, Copenhagen City Court sentenced 18-year-old Theo Lefwerth to 12 years and 21-year-old Eyasu Semena to 14 years for terrorism and attempted murder after their October 2, 2024 attack. The pair admitted throwing the grenades for 50,000 Swedish kronor from the Foxtrot crime network but denied ideology; prosecutors tied it to orders from leader Rawa Majid amid Israel tensions. A court majority convicted on terror charges for aiming to instill fear, while both face lifetime deportation from Denmark and separate murder trials in Sweden.

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In the dead of night, two young men from Sweden hurled grenades toward Israel's embassy in Copenhagen, sending blasts echoing into a nearby family home.

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A report by NHS Education for Scotland described England's NHS app as usable and scalable, ideal for cross-border patient care. Yet it highlighted risks like limited control and poor political optics, deeming reuse inappropriate. Ministers chose to build MyCare.scot instead, spending over £17 million since 2021, with a pilot launching this December and full rollout delayed until 2030. Critics argue this prioritizes politics over faster help for patients facing long waits.

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