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In February 2025, Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, leading the Department of Government Efficiency, slashed USAID contracts worth tens of billions, paused operations, and cut 1,600 staff, folding much into the State Department. Critics cite modeled estimates of millions of deaths by 2030 from halted aid like vaccines and food, with one post by Mohamad Safa drawing 22,000 likes by comparing the toll to Gaza's 45,000 and Ukraine's 600 child deaths. Defenders call USAID wasteful, with only 10-30 cents per dollar reaching recipients, while courts have ruled parts of the cuts unconstitutional and DOGE has since disbanded.

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One year after Elon Musk called USAID cuts feeding the agency into a 'woodchipper,' a post claims those moves have killed more children than in Gaza and Ukraine combined.

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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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On November 18, X user Vivid Prowess posted a query to non-Israeli, non-Jewish followers asking their personal reasons for supporting Israel, paired with an Israeli flag image. The post garnered over 300,000 views, nearly 7,000 likes, and 3,600 replies by Thursday, featuring endorsements from figures like Brianna Wu citing strategic defense against radical ideologies and emotional ties to Jewish humanity. Responses highlighted shared values, democracy, biblical faith, historical duty, and personal stories, alongside sharp critiques amid polarized views on ongoing conflicts.

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What drives non-Israelis and non-Jews to back Israel? Vivid Prowess's viral X question exploded with 300,000 views and thousands of raw replies.

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Nigeria's Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN) protested Sunday in Niger State after U.S.-Israeli airstrikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who led for 36 years. Members carried placards saying 'We Stand With Iran,' mourned his 'martyrdom,' and pledged support amid Iran's vows of retaliation. Similar marches drew hundreds in Kano and other northern cities, prompting police to boost security; online, many Nigerians criticized the focus on foreign issues while local banditry and kidnappings rage.

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Dozens of IMN members filled Niger State streets, waving Iranian flags and chanting against America and Israel in raw solidarity with Iran.

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A protester holding yellow and black signs at a pro-Palestine rally was interviewed and expressed a preference for living under the Iranian regime compared to Israel or the US. The protester acknowledged Iran as a theocracy but described Israel and the US as worse.

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Users on X are debating whether Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka matches the quality of Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior and Barcelona's Lamine Yamal. Discussions cite instances where Saka was contained by defenders including Jorrel Hato and Bernardo Silva, along with his lower dribbling stats of around 2 per 90 compared to Yamal's nearly 6 per 90. The conversation highlights critiques of Saka's performances against fullbacks such as Digne and Luke Shaw.

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Ayton, the Lakers' big free-agent signing last summer, voiced frustration over being pushed into a gritty, rim-running role like Clint Capela's after LA's narrow defeats to the Magic and Suns. Despite solid efficiency at 66.7% shooting and a 16-3 record when he gets volume, Ayton has been inconsistent, sparking memes, teammate praise from Austin Reaves, and a laughing Instagram jab from Capela. Now 34-24 and slipping in the West, the Lakers need Ayton's 'X-factor' beast mode as playoffs near and his free agency awaits.

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Deandre Ayton stormed off after a tough loss, yelling 'They're trying to make me Clint Capela. I'm not no Clint Capela!' The blunt quote lit up reactions from fans and even Capela himself.

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Carrick stepped in as interim boss on January 13 after Ruben Amorim's sacking, lifting United to third in the Premier League with a gritty 2-1 comeback over Crystal Palace. Fans mix excitement with jokes about a potential meltdown if the streak ends against Newcastle, who have a strong home record and a slight edge per Opta stats. Carrick keeps things grounded, focusing on growth ahead of Wednesday's 8:15pm GMT kickoff at St. James' Park.

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Michael Carrick has turned Manchester United's chaos into calm with six wins and a draw in seven games. Fans love it, but they're bracing for his first loss at Newcastle.

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On Saturday, Carney supported U.S. and Israeli airstrikes from February 28 that targeted Iran's nuclear sites and leadership, including a reported hit on Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei's compound. Iran reported 201 deaths and 747 injuries, claimed a girls' school was destroyed killing dozens of schoolgirls, and fired missiles at U.S. bases, though details lack independent verification. Carney's office highlighted prior sanctions on Iranian entities, urged civilian protection, and advised Canadians in the region to shelter in place, drawing praise for realism from some and accusations of hypocrisy from others amid global divisions.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney stepped up with a firm statement alongside Defence Minister Anita Anand, calling Iran the Middle East's main source of instability.

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Sam Vecenie tweeted criticism of Golden State Warriors fans intending to subscribe to NBA League Pass solely to hate-watch Draymond Green after his trade to the Atlanta Hawks, implying they could not otherwise afford it. The tweet prompted backlash from users accusing Vecenie of racism and racial insensitivity. Discussions also touched on fan loyalty to traded players like Andrew Wiggins and Draymond Green.

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Pahlavi praised expatriates for their massive February 14 protests and called for lobbying world leaders to back protesters, uphold Iran's territorial integrity, and protect civilians. The plea arrives as Iran reels from U.S. and Israeli airstrikes that killed Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei on February 28, sparking celebrations and renewed unrest under the 'Lion and Sun Revolution' banner. While supporters plan marches like one in Amsterdam on March 7 and rally online with hashtags like #KingRezaPahlavi, critics question his leadership ties to his father's era, and U.S. officials doubt quick regime change due to opposition divisions.

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In a stirring video, Reza Pahlavi rallied Iran's diaspora as 'children of Arash,' urging them to pour every ounce of energy into toppling the regime amid Khamenei's death and ongoing strikes.

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Dalton Knecht, averaging just 4.6 points this season, returns to the G League where he once scored 30 points to sharpen his shot. Adou Thiero, sidelined by an MCL sprain since late December, ramps up with his first full-contact work this week. Fans cheered Thiero's return as a 'mid-season trade' boost, while backing Knecht's growth amid the team's tight Western Conference race and back-to-back games ahead.

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With injuries testing their depth, the Lakers turned to their young talent for a boost. Guard Dalton Knecht and rookie Adou Thiero headed to the South Bay Lakers for Sunday practice.

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Drafted fourth overall from Duke in 2025, 20-year-old Kon Knueppel averages 19.3 points with elite efficiency: 48.9% field goals, 43% from three, and 89% free throws. He set a record Tuesday as the fastest to 200 made threes in 58 games, fueling Charlotte's 12-3 run over their last 15 with stars LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller. Knueppel reclaimed the top spot on the Kia Rookie Ladder on February 25, drawing praise as a top-five rookie ever, though LaVar Ball credits his son for the team's streak.

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A Real Madrid broadcaster nailed a long-range shot call with 'Kon Knueppel, trying a three-pointer'—proof the Hornets rookie's name now echoes worldwide.

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Quebec's education minister launched an investigation on February 26, 2026, into Herzliah High School and Bialik High School for hosting current or former IDF members at least 14 times since fall 2023. The events featured speakers like a Montreal-born 'lone soldier' and a combat medic sharing personal experiences amid the Israel-Hamas war. Minister Sonia LeBel cited concerns over political neutrality rules for publicly funded schools, while the schools described the extracurricular talks as privately funded cultural exchanges; opposition politicians called the visits scandalous, and Jewish leaders decried rising antisemitism.

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Parents at two Montreal Jewish high schools are voicing fears after reports of IDF soldiers speaking to students sparked a government probe.

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Arsenal beat Chelsea 2-1 at the Emirates on March 1, with William Saliba and Jurrien Timber scoring headers to secure the points after Neto's assist or goal leveled it briefly. In the 68th minute, Martinelli's head-down sprint on the break drew a reckless challenge from the tiring Neto, who had already been booked for protesting and was sent off. The win put Arsenal five points clear at the top, while fans everywhere memed the moment—likening Martinelli's speed to The Flash and riffing on Bane's monologue about pace being an ally Neto couldn't match.

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Fresh off the bench, Gabriel Martinelli grabbed the ball and exploded forward in pure pace, leaving Pedro Neto lunging desperately and picking up a second yellow.

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In a tense Premier League match Sunday, Trossard faced heavy fan backlash for his ineffective play, leading Arteta to sub him off at the 76th minute alongside the strong-performing Eberechi Eze for Martinelli and captain Martin Odegaard. Eze, Arsenal's £67.5 million signing from Palace last August, impressed before exiting, sparking debates over starting him ahead of Odegaard in midfield for the upcoming Chelsea clash at the Emirates on March 1. Sitting top with 58 points from 27 games, two ahead of Manchester City, Arsenal's rotation choices now loom large in the title race.

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With Arsenal trailing 1-3 against Crystal Palace, fans grew restless as Leandro Trossard struggled on the pitch, shouting 'How is he still playing?' before Mikel Arteta made the big switch.

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Indiana men's basketball named longtime Pacers executive Ryan Carr as its new Executive Director of Basketball, reporting to coach Darian DeVries. A 1996 IU graduate, Carr began as an undergrad manager for Knight, then rose through Pacers ranks to Senior Vice President of Player Personnel, scouting hits like Paul George and Myles Turner while helping craft the 2024-25 Eastern Conference champions. The hire brings proven scouting, draft expertise, and deep Indiana roots to tackle roster building, transfers, and NIL in the modern college game. Insiders like ESPN's Pete Thamel and former coach Tom Crean praised Carr's evaluation skills and character.

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Ryan Carr, who started as a student manager under Bob Knight, returns to his alma mater after 23 years building NBA contenders with the Pacers.

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Scotty Ryan from Zeus Network's Baddies USA shared cozy photos from her lavish event with Lemmy Plummer, Zeus CEO, sparking split opinions: some hail her as the winner for his public affection and their baby on the way, announced in November 2025, while others say Janeisha came out ahead by leaving without kids or drama. Tensions boiled over with castmate Natalie Nunn releasing a perceived diss track on the day, prompting Lemmy's loving response song 'Baby OTW.' On the show, Scotty vents about betrayal and demands respect amid house clashes, keeping the love triangle and feuds alive in ongoing episodes.

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Pink balloons and rose petals filled the air as Scotty With The Body marked her birthday and baby shower with partner Lemmy, but fans couldn't agree if she truly won his heart over ex Janeisha John.

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The daughter of Dracula shares her canon birthday with February 14, drawing fans to share her classic and rebooted looks, from Generation 1 to the new Scary Sweet Birthday doll line Mattel released last year. Posts flood in with heart eyes, bat emojis, and jokes dubbing it the real holiday, like one that kicked off with over 43,000 likes wishing her happy birthday. While couples post selfies, fans escape the romance with tributes to her friendship, fashion, and fang-filled charm—no blood required. Custom art, such as Victorian gown designs, highlights the community's love for this anti-rom-com icon.

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Draculaura, the pink-streaked vegan vampire from Monster High, turns 1,600 today—stealing the spotlight from Valentine's romance with fan art, memes, and heartfelt posts.

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During the final day of NAL 2026 Challenger Series open qualifiers on Challengermode, Skyte allegedly went on a team-killing spree, leading to the entire team's disqualification and suspension from Challenger mode and BLAST R6 events. Team owner Rhys vented frustration over losing their spot despite winning a prior qualifier without the player, while Jay Guns shared a suspension notice and memes like Leonardo DiCaprio's retirement scene to cope. Community members expressed shock and called for reconsideration, but rules hold teams accountable for all conduct to protect match integrity, with no official response yet from organizers.

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A last-minute substitute snapped in a key qualifier, team-killing everyone before bailing mid-match. The whole squad, including streamer Jay Guns, now faces a one-year ban.

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New York (37-21) visits Cleveland (36-22) tonight at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, with tipoff at 7:30 p.m. ET on Peacock, MSG and ESPN. The Knicks lead the season series 2-0, including a dramatic Christmas Day comeback from 17 down to win 126-124, but Cleveland's home streak stands at seven straight since acquiring James Harden. Star guards Jalen Brunson (26.8 ppg) and Donovan Mitchell (28.6 ppg) headline the matchup, as Tom Thibodeau's top-ranked defense faces Kenny Atkinson's No. 1 offense in a pivotal East playoff positioning fight.

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The Knicks and Cavaliers both carry 12-3 records over their last 15 games, setting up a high-stakes battle where one win vaults a team into sole possession of third place.

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Viktor Gyokeres, playing for Arsenal, has scored 15 goals in all competitions despite heavy criticism and fewer minutes than rivals Benjamin Sesko, Joao Pedro, Hugo Ekitike, and Alexander Isak, sparking heated discussions on X. Comparisons highlight his 10 Premier League goals with 0 assists at 174 minutes per goal against Sesko's 7 goals and 1 assist at 162 minutes per goal, alongside disputes over Joao Pedro's 17 non-penalty goals and Isak's performances.

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Heat beat reporter Ethan J. Skolnick revealed on a podcast that Riley tried trading Butler right after the 2022-23 season, despite his epic playoff performance against the Bucks, Knicks, and Celtics before the Finals loss to Denver. No team bit, even as Miami chased Damian Lillard, and the Heat publicly denied rumors while keeping Butler until shipping him to Golden State in a five-team deal in February 2025. Fans reeled at the cold front-office math behind the playoff hero's near-exit, questioning loyalty in Heat Culture.

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Jimmy Butler had just carried the eighth-seeded Heat to the NBA Finals, dropping 30 points a game like a man possessed. Then, team president Pat Riley quietly put him on the trade block.

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Kyle Anderson, nicknamed Slo-Mo, has rejoined the Minnesota Timberwolves following his stint with the Golden State Warriors after signing with them in the 2024 offseason.

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The New York Mets optioned right-hander Alex Carrillo to Triple-A Syracuse and reassigned left-handers Anderson Severino and Matt Turner to minor-league camp, dropping the big-league roster to 70 players. The moves came Sunday evening in Port St. Lucie, Florida, following a thrilling win over the Houston Astros. Despite strong showings from Severino and Turner, the team is prioritizing proven bullpen arms like Devin Williams and A.J. Minter amid an ongoing search for lefty depth after losing Edwin Díaz.

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Matt Turner struck out the side in a perfect relief outing, only to get reassigned minutes later. Fans couldn't believe the tough timing right after the Mets' 4-3 walk-off victory.

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The U.S. sent F-22 Raptors to Ovda Air Base in Israel's Negev Desert after nuclear talks in Geneva ended without a deal on February 27. These jets, praised by retired Lt. Gen. Joseph Guastella as the world's top air-to-air fighter, join a major U.S. military buildup in the Middle East, including over 300 aircraft, F-35s at another Israeli base, and two carrier groups nearby. Tensions rose as Iran rejected demands to end enrichment, following prior strikes on its defenses, while claims of abandoning Qatar's Al Udeid base were disputed by CENTCOM.

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Satellite images caught 11 F-22 stealth fighters parked at an Israeli base in late February, a historic first that experts say opens new strike paths against Iran.

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Released February 27, 1987, A Nightmare on Elm Street 3: Dream Warriors revived the series with inventive kills, superpowered teens, and Freddy's shift to wisecracking menace, directed by Chuck Russell and co-written by Wes Craven. Starring Heather Langenkamp, Patricia Arquette, and Englund, it grossed $44.8 million on a $5 million budget, boosted by Dokken's title track and practical effects. Fans share trailers, on-set photos, and praise for its psych ward setting and ensemble energy, calling it the best sequel with a lasting 72% Rotten Tomatoes score.

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Thirty-nine years ago today, teens in a psych ward unlocked dream powers to battle Freddy Krueger's nightmare reign. Robert Englund's quippy demon delivered his iconic 'Welcome to prime time, bitch!' line that night.

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