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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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Thai actors Perth Tanapon Sukumpantanasan and Santa Pongsapak Orraphin, stars of the 2024 BL series Wandee Goodday, shared teasing banter, songs, and hugs during a Friday TikTok live from their car. They hyped their first overseas fancon, PerthSanta TimeStopper, set for March 7 at Ho Chi Minh City's Hoa Binh Theater, with most Category 1 tickets sold out and under 200 left overall. Vietnamese fans are subsidizing tickets and making handbanners, while Singapore dates follow on June 20. Their natural chemistry, from guitar teases to shy grins, keeps everyone smiling.

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Perth noticed Santa fidgeting in the car and casually scratched his itch, then checked on him—a quiet moment fans called peak husband behavior.

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Chinese personnel with machinery are surveying the Anchau community in Kubau local government area of Kaduna State, Nigeria. They are instructing residents to sell their land and relocate. Social media discussions call for intervention from Kaduna state and federal government officials.

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California Governor Gavin Newsom posted that every foreign trip, deal, and tariff by President Donald Trump is tied to his personal portfolio, accusing him of crony capitalism at the expense of Americans. Actor James Woods called the claim a complete lie and questioned Newsom about Fire Aid money. The post sparked widespread reactions praising Joe Biden, defending Trump, and criticizing Newsom's governance of California.

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Captured in June 2019 at 126 Kent St., the image resurfaced on Thursday via before-and-after screenshots that drew nearly 14,000 likes and quips like cyclists hauling bodies before driving cars. While some speculated about nearby streams or cemeteries, locals say it's likely a homeless man moving camping gear or a rolled carpet—no police probes or missing persons tied to the spot. Google blurred it further after 2023 alerts, proving it's just an everyday oddity twisted into dark humor by the angle.

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A blurred Google Street View shot from Akron shows a man biking with a large tarp bundle that looks eerily like a body, legs dangling from the rear rack.

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Two 18-year-old Palestinians from Hebron and Beit Omar rammed their vehicle into Israelis at the Gush Etzion junction south of Jerusalem on Tuesday, then stabbed victims, killing 71-year-old Aharon Cohen and wounding a man, a boy, and a woman. Israeli security forces killed both attackers on site. Cohen, a Kiryat Arba resident and father of six, was remembered by neighbors as a kind community pillar during his funeral that evening.

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A vehicle slammed into a crowd at Gush Etzion junction, followed by knives flashing in a deadly ambush that claimed an innocent life.

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Mac Donald's February 24 post argued the Ferguson effect—where post-2014 protests led police to ease proactive work, spiking homicides in black communities—remains real and ignored by media. Musk replied 'Legacy media lies relentlessly,' sparking memes, charts, and stories from users pointing to FBI data showing black Americans as half of 2015 homicide victims despite being 13% of the population. Critics dispute the link to protests, citing other factors like economics, while recent 2024-2025 drops in crime add nuance to the ongoing discussion on policing and reporting.

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Heather Mac Donald shared a video mourning overlooked black homicide victims, blaming media narratives and a pullback in policing. Elon Musk's sharp reply lit up the conversation with millions of views.

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During his 1-hour-48-minute State of the Union address—the longest on record—Trump declared a profound religious revival in America, especially among young people, crediting his friend Charlie Kirk, founder of Turning Point USA assassinated in September 2025. Trump called for unity under God in Kirk's memory, rejected political violence, and announced a national gathering on May 17 to rededicate the nation. Critics cited data like Gallup's report of declining religiosity to 49% importance in daily lives, while supporters celebrated the message of faith.

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Charlie Kirk's widow Erika sat in the House chamber as cheers of 'Charlie! Charlie!' filled the air, moments before President Trump hailed her late husband as a martyr sparking faith among youth.

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During the 'People's State of the Union' rally on February 24, organized by MoveOn and MeidasTouch as a counter to President Trump's address, Reid referenced Robert De Niro's past anti-Trump remark while telling trolls to focus on their 'orange lying friend.' The event drew dozens of Democratic lawmakers who boycotted the official speech, with MSNBC livestreaming speakers including Reid and Katie Phang. Reactions split sharply: conservatives called it vulgar amid a small crowd with hecklers, while supporters praised her directness. Reid has not commented on the moment, which highlighted partisan tensions ahead of midterms.

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Amid cheers on the National Mall, MSNBC's Joy Reid turned to the crowd and let loose: 'Attention all MAGA trolls—your bullshit is not welcome here. Fuck y’all.'

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Narendra Modi and Kyriakos Mitsotakis met during the India AI Impact Summit in New Delhi to discuss enhancing India-Greece strategic partnership ties in connectivity, defence, talent mobility, and shipping. They agreed to deepen cultural and people-to-people linkages. The discussions included Greece stationing a liaison officer at the Information Fusion Centre–Indian Ocean Region in Gurugram and seeking participation in IMEC.

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On February 18, Nigeria's National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu co-chaired the inaugural European Union-Nigeria Peace, Security and Defence Dialogue at the EEAS headquarters. Senior officials discussed counter-terrorism, maritime security, cyber threats, organized crime, and more, agreeing to boost intelligence sharing and new consultations. This builds on over €700 million in EU aid since 2015, with Nigerians online praising the handshake and potential security gains for challenges like insurgency and piracy.

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Nuhu Ribadu shook hands with Charles Fries in Brussels, kicking off the first EU-Nigeria dialogue on peace and defense. It felt like a real step forward for tackling shared threats.

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