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Frank McCormick, a former teacher and constitutional conservative, posted on X early Thursday asking if people enjoy Christmas aesthetics like lights, music, and decorations. Over 50 Jewish respondents largely expressed delight in the holiday's vibe and mood-boosting elements amid winter, noting cultural participation such as eating Chinese food on Christmas or decorating neighbors' trees. Many highlighted the irony that iconic songs like 'White Christmas' and 'Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer' were written by Jewish composers including Irving Berlin and Johnny Marks. While a minority opts out, the thread with over 4,000 views reflects American pluralism and shared seasonal goodwill transcending faith.

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A simple question on X about enjoying the Christmas season sparked dozens of positive replies from Jewish users, who praised its twinkling lights, festive music, and communal joy without embracing its religious core.

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Pro-Maduro supporters launched a social media campaign using #FreeMaduro and #BringThemBack, marking days since U.S. forces captured him and wife Cilia Flores on January 3, 2026, in a joint raid. They portray it as a kidnapping and called for UN intervention, amplified by Foreign Minister Yvan Gil at the UN Human Rights Council and protests in Caracas. Maduro faces U.S. charges of drug trafficking and narco-terrorism, pleaded not guilty, while opposition figures mock the demands and Vice President Delcy Rodríguez handles interim duties amid polarization.

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Over 50 days since Nicolás Maduro's capture in Caracas, his loyalists rally with chants and hashtags, refusing to accept his detention as justice.

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In a Church Times interview following his recent West Bank visit, Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell described Israeli military actions in Gaza as deliberately indiscriminate and genocidal acts, while labeling the West Bank a regime of apartheid and ethnic cleansing through settler expansion. He emphasized that his criticism targets state policies, not Judaism or Jewish people, and supports Church divestment from occupation-enabling companies. Chief Rabbi Sir Ephraim Mirvis rebuked the remarks as irresponsible and morally inverted, planning a personal letter to Cottrell amid growing divides among UK faith leaders over the Gaza conflict now in its second year.

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After witnessing settler violence in the West Bank, Archbishop Stephen Cottrell has accused Israel of genocidal acts in Gaza and apartheid in the occupied territories.

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Host Iain Dale role-played as Putin on LBC Thursday evening, prompting Polanski to stress negotiation amid nuclear risks. Commentators mocked the remarks harshly, with Alex Massie comparing Polanski unfavorably to Jeremy Corbyn and James Cleverly calling them less sophisticated than children's views. While the Green Party backs Ukraine and sanctions, internal motions push to quit NATO, and defenders like Owen Jones cite past Western interventions as reasons for caution. The controversy underscores divides in British politics over Russia, Ukraine, and NATO amid U.S. shifts.

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During a live radio interview, England's Green Party leader Zack Polanski urged diplomacy with Vladimir Putin, warning of mutual nuclear obliteration if talks fail.

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On February 18, CHI$OM posted on X about stepping back from pro-Palestine advocacy after commenters dismissed reports of violence against Nigerian Christians as fake. Nigeria leads global lists for Christian killings, with over 7,000 deaths in early 2025 from groups like Fulani militants and Boko Haram, though the government calls it general insecurity. The discussion highlights frustrations over selective attention, as Nigerians note more deaths locally than in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, while some defend pro-Palestine voices and urge focus on multiple causes.

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CHI$OM shared how her support for Palestine faded when online voices called attacks on Nigerian Christians 'Zionist propaganda.' Her post struck a chord, drawing thousands who feel their pain gets overlooked.

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The Finance Bill 2026 ends tax exemptions on disability pensions for superannuated soldiers who complete normal tenure, limiting relief only to those medically discharged due to service-related injuries. Veterans like Lt Col Mohan Ahluwalia and Major D P Singh argue it discriminates against those who pushed through pain, sharing stories of lifelong health struggles and high medical costs. Analyst Rohit Agarwal notes the revenue gain is tiny at ₹125 crore yearly, just 0.073% of defence pensions, while critics highlight global norms offering broader exemptions without retirement distinctions. Under #KeepDisabilityPensionTaxFree, calls intensify for reversal before parliamentary approval.

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Indian armed forces veterans who served their full careers despite painful injuries now face taxes on their disability pensions—a change they see as unfair punishment for their perseverance.

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NATO's Steadfast Dart 2026, the alliance's biggest exercise this year, brings 10,000 troops from 11 nations to Central Europe through mid-February, testing rapid deployment and teamwork. Turkey sent about 650 soldiers with 149 armored vehicles from its 66th Mechanized Infantry Brigade, arriving by the amphibious ship TCG Anadolu—a first for ground forces reaching Northern Europe by sea—plus airlifted support. NATO praised the smooth arrivals in harsh weather, while observers highlighted Turkey's rare self-reliant logistics as proof of its military strength and key alliance role.

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Turkish troops and vehicles rolled off the dock in snowy Emden, Germany, ready to join thousands of NATO allies in a massive show of unity and speed.

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The Republic of the Marshall Islands introduced its Universal Basic Income initiative, Enra, this week, providing approximately $200 quarterly to eligible residents across 24 atolls through the Lomalo digital wallet. The $27 million annual program, funded by the U.S. Compact Trust Fund, utilizes the USDM1 stablecoin backed by U.S. Treasury bills to enable real-time transfers and reduce delays in remote areas. While proponents celebrate it as the world's first long-term, nationally funded UBI with blockchain integration, the International Monetary Fund has expressed concerns over fiscal risks, inflation, and the untested stablecoin's vulnerabilities.

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In a pioneering move for financial inclusion, the Republic of the Marshall Islands has launched its Enra UBI program, delivering quarterly payments via a blockchain-based digital wallet to over 33,000 citizens.

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