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Mélenchon, leader of La France Insoumise, joked that 'Epstine' sounded Russian and linked it to names like Einstein and Frankenstein, while criticizing media coverage of Epstein's scandal and calling for scrutiny of French ties. Critics from former Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to Green leader Marine Tondelier labeled the remarks antisemitic, citing stereotypes about Jewish surnames ending in '-stein.' Mélenchon defended himself on X, insisting he was highlighting media efforts to 'russify' the story and pushing for a parliamentary inquiry into Epstein's French connections amid ongoing party tensions over antisemitism accusations.

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At a Lyon rally on February 26, Jean-Luc Mélenchon mocked media pronunciations of Jeffrey Epstein's name, drawing instant condemnation from across France's political spectrum.

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Fans expressed disappointment and backlash after an established artist, known for collaborations with David Lynch and George Clinton and the album Cosmogramma, announced or demonstrated the use of AI tools in music creation.

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The Instagram video from @clump.qc showed a woman resembling Ghislaine Maxwell near a Pikachu balloon, with a man who looked like her brother Ian calling her name. It spread quickly amid Epstein document releases, leading some to claim she escaped her 20-year sentence at Federal Prison Camp Bryan in Texas. The creator later admitted it was satirical AI content, adding a label after sharing DMs urging viewers to use common sense, though skeptics online still question the debunking.

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A bundled-up woman turns away from a stranger calling 'Ghislaine' in a snowy Quebec street—sparking wild theories of an escape. Turns out, it was all AI-generated satire.

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The video from June 21, 2010, in Cape Town shows Ronaldo firing long-range attempts relentlessly before tapping in the seventh goal off a Liedson assist, despite missing most shots against the outclassed Koreans. Messi fans highlighted Ronaldo's single tournament goal and compared it to Messi's own goalless run from 29 shots, while Ronaldo supporters pointed to Messi's struggles and Ronaldo's Euro record of 14 goals. Throwbacks to dribbling fails, Neymar highlights, and 2015 Ballon d'Or stats kept the back-and-forth alive, underscoring why both legends fuel endless GOAT arguments.

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A clip of Ronaldo blasting shots in Portugal's 7-0 rout of North Korea has fans reliving his dominance—and the misses—that earned him Man of the Match.

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The video from June 21, 2010, in Cape Town shows Ronaldo firing long-range attempts relentlessly before tapping in the seventh goal off a Liedson assist, despite missing most shots against the outclassed Koreans. Messi fans highlighted Ronaldo's single tournament goal and compared it to Messi's own goalless run from 29 shots, while Ronaldo supporters pointed to Messi's struggles and Ronaldo's Euro record of 14 goals. Throwbacks to dribbling fails, Neymar highlights, and 2015 Ballon d'Or stats kept the back-and-forth alive, underscoring why both legends fuel endless GOAT arguments.

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A clip of Ronaldo blasting shots in Portugal's 7-0 rout of North Korea has fans reliving his dominance—and the misses—that earned him Man of the Match.

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Gabon's communication authority indefinitely suspended major social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and WhatsApp on Tuesday, amid teacher strikes and protests over living costs following a 2023 coup. In contrast, Kenya's National Assembly rejected a petition to ban TikTok, opting instead for stricter age checks, privacy safeguards, and data localization within four months to shield minors from explicit content and bullying. Lawmakers like Majority Leader Kimani Ichung'wah stressed that platforms empower youth and create jobs, favoring regulation over suppression as African nations balance digital growth with social protection.

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While Gabon pulls the plug on Facebook, TikTok, and others to curb misinformation and unrest, Kenya's lawmakers draw a firm line: no bans, just smarter rules to protect kids and data.

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The Nigerian striker now has 16 UCL goals in 25 appearances, trailing only Serhou Guirassy's 18, while Drogba sits at 15. Since his record €75 million move to Galatasaray from Napoli last summer, Osimhen has scored around 53 goals and added 13 assists in 65 games across all competitions. His form powered Galatasaray into the Round of 16, including a key goal against Juventus, and has Turkish fans hailing him as their league's top striker, with his market value reportedly doubling.

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Victor Osimhen's latest Champions League strike felt extra special—he overtook his childhood idol Didier Drogba to claim second place among African scorers.

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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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A post highlighting Portugal's median monthly earnings of €950-€1,000 and average around €1,600 drew cheers from some comparing it to U.S. standards, but sparked anger from residents like Rita in southern Portugal. She pointed out how influxes of American retirees and remote workers have driven housing prices up 23.4% nationwide in 2025, with Lisbon seeing 35 people crammed into one apartment and regions turning English-speaking. While government plans tax cuts for landlords and more housing for 2026, the debate reveals Portugal's struggle to balance global appeal with protecting locals from being priced out.

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An American's quip about retiring cheaply in Portugal hit a nerve with locals facing soaring rents and fading affordability in their own hometowns.

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Deadlock, Valve's hybrid hero shooter-MOBA, climbed to fourth on Steam's most-played charts with 121,642 concurrent players as of early February 10, behind only Counter-Strike 2, Dota 2, and ARC Raiders. The invite-only playtest gained steam from the 'Old Gods, New Blood' update, which added six new heroes like Silver and Celeste, driving peaks past 125,000. Fans rave about its pure thrill, with one saying they ditched skepticism because 'it's really fun,' while invite shares keep the community buzzing despite a few gripes.

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Players are flocking to Valve's Deadlock, pushing over 120,000 into matches just for the fun—no grinding or rewards needed.

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Supporters of Ecuador's Revolución Ciudadana movement have launched a viral X campaign with #SeBuscaABallesteros to demand the recapture of Iván Ballesteros Chica, the main suspect in a July 2025 car bomb attack at La Bahía mall in Guayaquil that injured two guards. Authorities arrested Ballesteros shortly after the explosion but released him days later due to insufficient evidence, without examining his cellphone. A Porsche from President Daniel Noboa's family business arrived at his home post-arrest, sparking accusations of interference, which the company denies as coincidental. The case underscores Ecuador's ongoing security crisis amid gang violence and institutional distrust.

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In the shadow of a luxury Porsche tied to Ecuador's first family, a car bomb suspect slips free, igniting a nationwide online manhunt for justice amid surging gang terror.

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The Super Eagles plan to open camp in Amman on March 24 for matches against Iran on March 27 and hosts Jordan on March 31, part of a four-nation FIFA window event with Costa Rica. Escalating violence, including Iranian missile retaliation and debris falling in Amman, prompted the Super Eagles Supporters Club to question the trip's safety. Fans urged cancellation with quips like 'Na Iran wey US dey bomb una wan follow play ball?' while the NFF has offered no updates, even as player safety concerns grow ahead of key prep for AFCON and World Cup issues.

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Fans watched U.S. and Israeli strikes hit Iran on February 28, just as Nigeria's Super Eagles announced games in Amman against Iran and Jordan.

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The Los Angeles Rams star, serving as honorary official for Monday's Daytona 500, rode five laps in a souped-up Toyota stock car, yelling the whole time according to Wallace's laughing X post. Dressed in a firesuit and lime-green gloves, Nacua got fitted in the 23XI garage amid jokes about his helmet size before hitting the track. Fans loved the clips, with one veteran noting how close the wall feels, while Nacua's rookie record-breaking season adds extra star power to NASCAR's opener.

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Puka Nacua strapped into a NASCAR two-seater with Bubba Wallace, grinning ear-to-ear as they blasted through Daytona's turns at blistering speeds.

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In the Cactus League opener at Peoria Stadium, the Seattle Mariners fell 12-10 to the Chicago White Sox in a high-scoring affair full of hits and homers. Raleigh's third-inning shot off a first-pitch changeup traveled with 107.4 mph exit velocity and 6.1 seconds of hang time, while Julio Rodriguez added a two-run double and Colt Emerson drove in two runs. Despite the loss, standouts like new Mariner Brendan Donovan (2-for-2) and Rhylan Thomas (solo homer) showed promise in this spring tune-up.

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Cal Raleigh rounded the bases with his signature strut after launching a 427-foot two-run homer that tied the game at 3-3. The blast reminded everyone his MLB-record power from last season is still very much alive.

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Brigadier General Jackson Pande Kajuba takes over as commander of the Armoured Division in Masaka, stepping up from his role as deputy under Sande, who died at 64 from breathing complications on February 11. In the reshuffle, Colonel Wilson Bagonza Rwakanara was promoted to brigadier general and appointed deputy commander. These immediate changes follow the recent death of Major General Francis Takirwa and aim to ensure steady leadership for Uganda's key mechanised forces.

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Major General Deus Sande's sudden passing while heading to a colleague's funeral left the UPDF Armoured Division in mourning. General Muhoozi Kainerugaba quickly named a familiar face to lead them forward.

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In the clip from a podcast-style talk, Hijab describes Islam as unapologetically expansionist, referencing terms like 'Dar al-Harb' and historical choices for non-Muslims: conversion, jizya tax, or conflict, with no lasting peace possible. Shared widely since February 17, it drew reactions from figures like Cleese and London Assembly member Susan Hall, who called it worrying, amid calls for investigations and deportation. The debate reflects tensions over immigration, integration, and UK hate speech laws, where doctrinal history rarely leads to charges despite public alarm.

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John Cleese spotted a resurfaced video of activist Mohammed Hijab calling Islam a 'warrior religion' and quipped, 'Not much about integration here.' The remark captured growing unease in online discussions.

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Duff's 'luck… or something,' her first full album in over a decade, projects 70,000-75,000 units for a likely top-five Billboard 200 debut and hit No. 1 on iTunes in 31 countries. She followed with a 'Happy Hour Edition' adding re-recorded versions of tracks like 'So Yesterday' and 'Wake Up.' Leigh-Anne's 'My Ego Told Me To' sits at No. 4 midweek in the U.K. with 6,757 sales, inches from top three and making Little Mix the first girl group with all members hitting that mark solo; she boosted it with deluxe tracks and a live TV performance. Final charts arrive soon, highlighting pop nostalgia and bold new steps.

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Hilary Duff dusted off her early hits with mellow remixes, while Leigh-Anne Pinnock eyes history with her solo debut—both dropping fresh albums that have fans cheering on February 20.

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In the first-ever women's 50km mass start classic at Milano Cortina 2026, Sweden's Ebba Andersson finished in 2:16:28.2 to win gold, beating Norway's Heidi Weng by over two minutes for silver and Switzerland's Nadja Kaelin for bronze. The 33-year-old broke away late, redeeming her relay crash eight days earlier where she snapped a ski but helped Sweden to silver. This marked her fourth medal at the Games and sixth overall, capping Sweden's dominance in women's individual cross-country events.

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Ebba Andersson powered across the finish line alone, more than two minutes ahead, turning a grueling sun-baked course into her victory lap.

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In the first-ever women's 50km mass start classic at Milano Cortina 2026, Sweden's Ebba Andersson finished in 2:16:28.2 to win gold, beating Norway's Heidi Weng by over two minutes for silver and Switzerland's Nadja Kaelin for bronze. The 33-year-old broke away late, redeeming her relay crash eight days earlier where she snapped a ski but helped Sweden to silver. This marked her fourth medal at the Games and sixth overall, capping Sweden's dominance in women's individual cross-country events.

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Ebba Andersson powered across the finish line alone, more than two minutes ahead, turning a grueling sun-baked course into her victory lap.

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On February 22 in Milano Cortina, Italy, the 24-year-old New Jersey Devils star scored 1:41 into overtime, securing a 2-1 victory over Canada and snapping the drought since the 1980 Miracle on Ice. The International Ice Hockey Federation sent the puck directly to the Hockey Hall of Fame in Toronto, hockey's global archive since 1943, where it joins artifacts like Sidney Crosby's 2010 golden goal puck. Fans traded playful jabs about its location, with Americans suggesting U.S. spots like Eveleth, Minnesota, while Canadians noted the Hall's role in preserving the sport's shared history that draws millions, including many from the States.

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Jack Hughes' overtime winner ended a 46-year U.S. men's Olympic hockey gold drought, but the puck ended up in Canada—sparking friendly rivalry banter between fans.

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