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During Andorra's Carnestoltes carnival on Saturday, organizers dressed a 'Rei Carnestoltes' effigy as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, complete with Israel's flag colors and a Star of David on its head, to satirize Gaza policies before burning it in a traditional ritual. Jewish groups worldwide condemned the display as antisemitic for targeting Jewish symbols, with Andorra's 160-person Jewish community calling it a profound offense evoking historical pogroms and demanding apologies. The Festivals Commission insisted it critiqued only Netanyahu's actions with no intent to offend religion or people, while local leaders like the mayor defended the context and top officials expressed support for the community amid global outrage.

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In a festive square in Encamp, a crowd cheered as an effigy in Israel's colors faced a mock trial, hanging, and flames—leaving Andorra's Jewish community deeply shaken.

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Lawmakers voted 75-24 to censure Jerí on Tuesday over 'Chifagate,' allegations of unreported late-night meetings with Chinese executives under scrutiny for government contracts. The 39-year-old, who became Peru's seventh ousted leader since 2016, denied wrongdoing amid probes into possible influence peddling and other claims like hiring unqualified staff. Congress will elect a replacement today to serve until July, amid warnings that the instability hampers governance in the key minerals exporter.

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After just 130 days in office, José Jerí Oré bid farewell to his ministers and quietly left Lima’s Government Palace, pushed out by a corruption scandal.

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In the clip set to Olivia Dean's 'Man I Need,' Harris recalled telling her husband 'I love you' each morning and praised him as her partner in the trenches during her 2024 presidential run from July to November. Fans shared collages of the couple's beach outings and events, celebrating their joyful bond since their 2014 marriage, while her memoir *107 Days* openly discusses their story. Critics mocked the post amid ongoing divides, but the exchange showed a personal glimpse of Harris at 61 and Emhoff at 66.

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Kamala Harris kicked off Valentine's Day with a sweet video calling Doug Emhoff her rock through 107 tough campaign days. He replied with hearts and a cozy photo of them smiling together.

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Germany cruised past France 5-1 behind five points from Edmonton Oilers duo Leon Draisaitl and Josh Samanski, setting up a clash with No. 3 Slovakia. Czechia edged Denmark 3-2 in a nail-biter, with Martin Necas scoring the opener and David Pastrnak assisting; they'll rematch Canada, where Necas joked they 'let them win the first one.' Switzerland shut out host Italy 3-0 led by Nico Hischier's three points, earning a showdown with No. 4 Finland. Off the ice, France's Pierre-Edouard Bellemare shared heartfelt family reflections after his likely final Olympic game.

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Leon Draisaitl buried a huge goal while Nico Hischier dominated with three points, propelling their teams into thrilling quarterfinal matchups against top seeds.

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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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Elected Mesa County clerk in 2018, Peters allowed unauthorized access to Dominion voting machines in 2021, leading to leaked data and her conviction in August 2024 on seven counts including felonies for influencing a public servant and official misconduct. Judge Matthew Barrett sentenced her to nine years on October 3, 2024, citing her lack of remorse and persistent 2020 election claims; she's at La Vista Correctional Facility with release projected around 2028. Trump's December 2025 pardon called her an 'election integrity warrior,' but Colorado officials like Secretary of State Jena Griswold rejected it since her crimes are state-level, fueling ongoing supporter campaigns and debates over her whistleblower status as a Gold Star mother.

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Tina Peters, a former Colorado county clerk, sits in prison serving a nine-year sentence for tampering with voting machines—even after President Trump issued her a federal pardon last December.

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The tour, shared around Valentine's Day, features expansive rooms in a pricey Serrano Street property, which Spanish outlets like AS and Marca link to Rodriguez's real estate investments rather than a gift from Cristiano Ronaldo. Critics called it sterile—a 'white void' or 'poor person's idea of luxury'—and contrasted it with a warmer rental boasting stucco ceilings, herringbone floors, and eclectic touches. Defenders praised its clean, modern opulence and pet-friendly ease, highlighting a clash between minimalist new wealth and character-filled old charm. The couple, parents to six kids with homes worldwide, often face lifestyle scrutiny as Rodriguez builds her property portfolio.

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Georgina Rodriguez strolled through a gleaming all-white luxury apartment in Madrid's elite Salamanca area, showing off marble floors and curved furniture in a video that split opinions wide open.

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During Andorra's Carnestoltes carnival on Saturday, organizers dressed a 'Rei Carnestoltes' effigy as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, complete with Israel's flag colors and a Star of David on its head, to satirize Gaza policies before burning it in a traditional ritual. Jewish groups worldwide condemned the display as antisemitic for targeting Jewish symbols, with Andorra's 160-person Jewish community calling it a profound offense evoking historical pogroms and demanding apologies. The Festivals Commission insisted it critiqued only Netanyahu's actions with no intent to offend religion or people, while local leaders like the mayor defended the context and top officials expressed support for the community amid global outrage.

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Massie listened to Saifedean Ammous's 'The Bitcoin Standard,' which traces money's history before highlighting Bitcoin as an alternative, inspiring him to introduce H.R. 1846 on March 5, 2025. The bill aims to abolish the Fed's Board and regional banks within a year, repealing the 1913 Federal Reserve Act, and now lists 11 Republican cosponsors like Andy Biggs and Lauren Boebert. Though stalled in committee with slim odds in a divided Congress, the idea draws cheers from Bitcoin fans who see the book as a catalyst for challenging central banking.

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Outdoors on his Kentucky farm, Rep. Thomas Massie shared how an audiobook shaped his bold push to end the Federal Reserve.

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In a CBC interview, Dion—the architect of the Clarity Act—blamed Smith for creating separatist tensions amid frustrations over federal carbon taxes and equalization payments that send Alberta billions eastward. Smith, who passed the Alberta Sovereignty Act in 2022, prefers a 'sovereign Alberta within a united Canada' and has pledged to respect a citizen petition for an independence referendum if it gathers enough signatures by late 2026. Recent polls show 29 percent of Albertans would vote to leave, rising to 57 percent among her United Conservative supporters, though a majority disapproves of her approach and only 8 percent are firm separatists.

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Former Liberal leader Stéphane Dion called out Alberta Premier Danielle Smith for using separation threats as 'blackmail' against Ottawa, urging her to put Canada first.

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The Swedish pop star has expanded her October 2026 Midnight Sun Tour Down Under for the third time due to massive demand, moving shows to bigger arenas like Perth's RAC Arena, Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena, Sydney's Qudos Bank Arena—her tour's largest at 21,000 capacity—and adding a debut in Auckland's Spark Arena. Earlier dates in Brisbane, Adelaide, Sydney, and Melbourne have already sold out, prompting these changes from initially modest venues. Fans are thrilled, with many expressing pride over her rising draw in the region as she supports her upcoming album with hits and new tracks. New tickets go on sale Wednesday, February 18 at 1 p.m. local time via Ticketek.

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Zara Larsson beamed in a giddy TikTok video, overlaying tour posters with her latest venue upgrades and captioning it with pure excitement: 'AUSTRALIA/NZ I can't waittttt!'

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On February 17, 2026—Shrove Tuesday and the start of Ramadan—Labour MP Angela Rayner posted wishes for a peaceful Ramadan to voters in Ashton-under-Lyne, where 20% identify as Muslim, using a party graphic with crescents and minarets. Critics pointed out the timing, her lack of Shrove Tuesday mentions, and disabled replies, accusing her of prioritizing one faith over the Christian majority of 49%. While MPs like Sojan Joseph and Sadiq Khan sent similar Ramadan messages, Keir Starmer and the Conservatives acknowledged both holidays.

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Angela Rayner shared a Ramadan Mubarak greeting to her constituents right on Shrove Tuesday, the Christian Pancake Day before Lent. With replies turned off, some saw it as overlooking local traditions.

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