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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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Karoline Leavitt and other X users shared claims that Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei possesses a $200 billion fortune, including properties such as hotels in Madrid, Marbella, and Palma de Mallorca in Spain, as well as assets in Venezuela, Syria, Dubai, and the UK used by his family. Discussions reference Shia doctrine requiring 20% income payments to the supreme leader and mention Setad as a political fund. Replies debate the claims' accuracy, with some demanding proof.

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Shopify partnered with shader artist XorDev to create 'Shades of Commerce,' a procedural artwork on the Sphere's Exosphere that reacts to live global sales data. Rendered in a web browser at 8K and 60 fps using WebGL and Three.js, the visuals transform orders into colorful patterns visible across Las Vegas. The project highlights record Black Friday performance, with peaks of $5.1 million in sales per minute and over 30 million shoppers, while Shopify's interactive Live Globe adds retro pinball fun for tracking merchant milestones.

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Swirling lights dance across the world's largest LED screen, each pulse marking a real sale from Shopify stores worldwide. It's a mesmerizing way to celebrate the holiday shopping rush.

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The actors from AMC's Interview with the Vampire shared a playful Instagram snapshot from Square Diner, where Bogosian plays the grizzled journalist Daniel Molloy and Zaman portrays the brooding vampire Armand. Their caption nods to the show's lore of vampires faking mortal meals, delighting fans who joked about 'Devil's Minion' fanfic and age-gap charm. The post arrives as season three, rebranded The Vampire Lestat, heads toward a 2026 release after filming wrapped last fall.

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Eric Bogosian slung his arm around a grinning Assad Zaman in a cozy Tribeca diner, captioning the photo as their characters pretending to eat human food.

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Pete Hegseth, U.S. Secretary of Defense, plans to attend a campaign fundraiser for Republican candidate Mari Nunn in Michigan's 7th congressional district. The event is scheduled amid an ongoing U.S. war involving American casualties, including U.S. Army Reserve Sgt. Declan Coady from Des Moines, Iowa, and four soldiers from a Kuwait-based unit.

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Nearly a week after November 27, some savor lingering Thanksgiving flavors, sharing photos of turkey and sides that taste just as good. Others insist on throwing them out, citing health risks and jokes about getting sick. USDA guidelines recommend eating refrigerated leftovers within three to four days—putting December 1 as the limit—or freezing them sooner. Traditions persist, with folks turning scraps into casseroles or recalling childhood comforts from holiday meals.

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Nearly a week past Thanksgiving, plates of reheated turkey and pie still tempt many. But safety warnings urge tossing them by now.

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VAR ruled that Viktor Gyökeres was not offside when Jurriën Timber headed the ball during a corner kick in a Premier League match. Chelsea claimed Gyökeres interfered with Enzo Fernández's ability to clear the ball. The decision sparked debate over offside positioning and potential shirt-pulling by Fernández.

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Kobbie Mainoo agreed to a compromise on his new salary with Manchester United, but the club did not respond until after firing Ruben Amorim in January. Contract talks remain unresolved despite improvements under Michael Carrick, following a rejected loan to Napoli last summer.

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On February 22, 21-year-old Austin Tucker Martin from North Carolina breached Mar-a-Lago's north gate with a shotgun and gas canister; Secret Service and deputies shot him dead after he entered the secure area, though Trump was in Washington. The next day at a White House event for Angel Families, Trump reflected on ongoing dangers from those 'gunning' for him as a consequential leader. Supporters shared his words widely, with prayers pouring in from Rep. Nancy Mace, influencer Bo Loudon, and many others seeking divine protection amid the nation's deep political divide.

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Donald Trump spoke openly about threats against him, saying 'I don't know how long I'll be around' amid a deadly breach at his Florida resort.

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Liverpool confirmed their April fixtures: Fulham at Anfield shifts to Saturday, April 11 at 5:30pm BST for Sky Sports, right on Grand National Day, while the blockbuster derby against Everton moves to Sunday, April 19 at 2pm at Everton's new Bramley-Moore Dock home. Reds supporters complained about the late Fulham kickoff overlapping Aintree's 4pm race, predicting travel woes, and one fan wished for a quicker 12:30pm start. Everton fans griped over the early Sunday slot clashing with holidays, though some shrugged it off as no big deal. These TV-driven changes keep Arne Slot's title-chasing side on a packed schedule.

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The world's oldest top-flight derby heads to Everton's shiny new 52,888-seat Hill Dickinson Stadium for the first time ever. Liverpool fans get a fresh chapter, but not without some grumbles over clashing schedules.

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On March 1, 2026, U.S. and Israeli airstrikes killed Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in Tehran to disrupt its nuclear and missile programs. Carney endorsed the action for preventing nuclear proliferation, while Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand and Defence Minister David McGuinty stressed Canada's non-involvement and urged peace. The mixed signals, including a Liberal MP's public dissent, highlight cabinet tensions as Iran retaliates with missiles and cyber attacks, including on Canada.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney backed the strikes against Iran's nuclear threat, but his cabinet colleagues called for diplomacy and de-escalation amid the fallout.

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The 23-year-old Italian midfielder subbed in for Watford during their 2-2 draw against Preston North End in the Sky Bet Championship, marking his debut after a defibrillator restart during Fiorentina's match against Inter Milan on December 1, 2024. Italian rules had barred him from playing domestically despite an ICD implant, leading him to join Watford on a five-and-a-half-year deal in January 2026. Post-match hugs with family in the stands and chants from fans captured the raw emotion of his comeback under new coach Ed Still.

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Edoardo Bove sprinted onto Deepdale's pitch in the 86th minute, his first competitive action in 440 days since medics revived him on the field.

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Product leader Jason Zhou's X post argues that product managers are the toughest audience for new software tools due to their lack of budgets and non-standard workflows, prompting widespread agreement among tech professionals. Examples like Amplitude's 80% stock decline since 2021 and stagnant growth for tools such as Productboard highlight the challenges in the PM-focused SaaS market. While some tools like Aha! and Zeda.io show modest success, PMs often favor general-purpose solutions from other teams, revealing barriers to innovation in this niche.

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In a bold X post, product leader Jason Zhou declared product managers the hardest sell in tech—lacking budgets and uniform processes—challenging the industry to name a single breakout PM tool from the last five years.

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The track 'Keychain' dropped February 27 as the lead single for *K-Pops!*, Paak's comedy about a Korean-American musician chasing K-pop dreams in Seoul with his son Soul Rasheed. Blending Paak's hip-hop, R&B, and funk production with aespa's harmonious hooks and sharp raps from Karina and Giselle, it quickly hit No. 60 on Melon's Hot 100 and drew 222,602 Spotify streams on day one. aespa shared a heartfelt video message supporting Paak's passion project, while fans praised the bold energy and aespa's powerful vocals.

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aespa's sleek vocals meet Anderson .Paak's funky grooves in a surprise collab that kicks off his directorial debut with family warmth at its heart.

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The world No. 1 tees off Thursday at the Arnold Palmer Invitational in Orlando, facing 49 of the top 50 FedExCup players in a $20 million Signature Event. Scheffler led the PGA Tour last year in scoring across all four rounds, posting the fifth-best single-season adjusted scoring average ever at 68.13 over 80 rounds. He fired an 8-under in Wednesday's pro-am, outworked the field on the practice grounds, and credits putting coach Phil Kenyon for his elite form—16 wins in 41 starts since switching putters two years ago.

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Scottie Scheffler shrugged off his recent Thursday struggles with a simple reminder of last season's dominance. He's gearing up as the favorite at Bay Hill, where he's never missed the top 15.

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Manchester United came from behind to beat Crystal Palace 2-1 at Old Trafford on March 1, with Bruno Fernandes equalizing from the spot after Palace's Maxence Lacroix was sent off, then assisting Benjamin Sesko's winner. Zirkzee came on in the 85th minute, impressing in five minutes with perfect dribbling, a final-third pass, and composure that fueled talk of repositioning him as a playmaker alongside Kobbie Mainoo. While some praise his technique and link-up play, others question his pace, aggression, and stamina, pointing to his modest output of two goals in limited minutes this season. Interim boss Michael Carrick praised the team's fightback, keeping his home record perfect amid calls for a permanent role.

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Joshua Zirkzee's short burst on the pitch against Crystal Palace showed silky touches that had fans imagining him deeper in midfield, much like Joelinton's transformation at Newcastle.

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Youssef Chermiti dazzled with an overhead kick and a second goal to put Rangers 2-0 up in Sunday's Old Firm derby, but Celtic fought back through Kieran Tierney and Reo Hatate's 91st-minute rebound from a saved penalty for a 2-2 draw. The slip hands Hearts a six-point lead at the top of the Premiership with 63 points from 29 games, while Celtic trail on 55 and Rangers face growing pressure. Souttar, who captained the side, took heat online for a goalmouth scramble fans blame on him, with many calling to bench him for loanee Nasser Djiga amid his recent error-prone form since returning from injury—though some supporters defend him and point to the team's second-half collapse.

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Rangers fans watched in disbelief as their team surrendered a 2-0 lead to Celtic at Ibrox, with defender John Souttar drawing the sharpest criticism in the chaotic aftermath.

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Fans of Manchester United and Wolverhampton Wanderers debate the Premier League performances of Alejandro Garnacho, who has 6 goals and 3 assists in fewer minutes, versus Matheus Cunha, who has 6 goals against Brighton, Bournemouth, Villa, Leeds, Arsenal, and Fulham, plus 3 assists against Wolves, Manchester City, and Palace. The discussion follows Manchester United signing Cunha as a replacement for Marcus Rashford. Cunha ranks third in league scoring.

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With Casemiro's contract expiring this summer and his form dipping, United are planning a major midfield overhaul, budgeting over €200 million for up to three elite signings. Top targets include Newcastle's Guimarães, Sandro Tonali, and Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, with informal contacts already made to the players' entourages. Guimarães stands out as Casemiro's personal pick, though Newcastle will demand a hefty fee after his release clause lapsed. Fans dream of a Guimarães-Mainoo partnership to fuel a title push under Michael Carrick.

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Casemiro himself backs fellow Brazilian Bruno Guimarães to step into his shoes at Manchester United, anchoring the midfield next to young star Kobbie Mainoo.

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Manchester United fans are debating starting Matheus Cunha, Benjamin Sesko, and Bryan Mbeumo in the front three over Amad Diallo following a draw against West Ham. Critics highlight Diallo's lack of efficiency in scoring and creating chances, including a late-game pass to Sesko instead of shooting, while supporters note his 2 goals and 2 assists in 15 Premier League games under manager Ruben Amorim. The discussion references Mbeumo's recent assist and Sesko and Mbeumo's four goal contributions each in their last five appearances.

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Arsenal secured a crucial 2-1 victory on Sunday, with William Saliba heading in from a Bukayo Saka corner and Jurriën Timber nodding home Declan Rice's cross after Piero Hincapié's own goal leveled it. Chelsea's Pedro Neto saw red for dissent and a lunge on Gabriel Martinelli, leaving them short-handed. Caicedo impressed with a 7.2 Sofascore rating, high pass accuracy, and key tackles—including one on Kai Havertz that split fans, with Chelsea backers praising his aggression while rivals called it reckless, especially amid Ecuador national team concerns.

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Moisés Caicedo's tough tackles on teammates from Ecuador lit up the online chatter after Arsenal's gritty win over 10-man Chelsea at the Emirates.

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Alex, a Haitian-New Yorker, shared the encounter on February 22, questioning if the man's grandparents owned plantations and slaves—prompting quick corrections that slavery ended in Cuba in 1886. Replies poured in defending exiles as fleeing communist takeovers, not slave-owning, while others praised the revolution for land reforms, literacy jumps from 76% to near 100%, and health improvements like infant mortality dropping from 37 to 4 per 1,000 births. Skeptics highlighted Cuba's pre-1959 strengths in literacy and GDP, later stagnation, and divides in Miami's Cuban community, from the mostly white 'Golden Exile' of 1959-1962 to diverse later waves fueling ongoing political tensions.

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A New York teacher asked a Miami Cuban-American if his family fled the revolution over owning slaves. The man's reaction opened a flood of arguments about Cuba's past.

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Joao Pedro scored in the fourth minute for Chelsea, assisted by Moises Caicedo, but Fofana's 72nd-minute dismissal opened the door. Zian Flemming headed in a stoppage-time corner to earn Burnley a 1-1 draw. This marks Chelsea's sixth Premier League red card this season—a league high and club record match—while they've now dropped 19 points from winning positions, the second-worst tally. Head coach Liam Rosenior called out a marking error on the goal, as his fifth-placed side preps for Arsenal.

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Chelsea raced ahead early at Stamford Bridge, only for Wesley Fofana's red card to leave them hanging on with 10 men. Burnley snatched a late equalizer, turning victory into frustration.

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NHL reporter Mark Spector called out Keith Yandle for repeatedly referring to Dallas Stars forward Jason Robertson as 'Robinson' while discussing a hypothetical trade for Ottawa Senators captain Brady Tkachuk on a podcast. Spector stated he would accept the deal if he were the Stars but emphasized getting the name right.

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Marking the movie's 35th anniversary, Levine told The Hollywood Reporter that certain script lines vilified elements wrongly, though he played the killer as a 'f***ed-up heterosexual man,' not gay or trans. Producer Edward Saxon regrets a lack of sensitivity to stereotypes despite staying loyal to Thomas Harris's novel, where Hannibal Lecter explicitly rejects any transsexual label for the character. Reactions mix defense of the film's psychological depth—echoing Lecter's distinction—with mockery of Levine's quote and backlash against claims of an apology.

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Ted Levine, who chillingly portrayed Buffalo Bill in 'The Silence of the Lambs,' looks back on the film's lines that feel outdated today. In a new interview, he calls some aspects unfortunate while standing by his take on the character.

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The row started when Green Party deputy leader Zack Polanski shared a Bangla-language video promoting multiculturalism in Greater Manchester seats ahead of local elections, captioning it to taunt right-wing critics. Former Apprentice finalist Thomas Skinner, now a mental health advocate with 413,000 followers, hit back by calling Polanski clueless and doubling down on his love for England. Supporters cheered his patriotism, while critics highlighted Skinner's own past scandals and questioned how it fits with his inclusive mental health walks for men. The back-and-forth reflects deeper questions about national identity in a diverse society.

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Thomas Skinner called out Zack Polanski's campaign video with a blunt insult, then declared he hates anyone who hates England. The exchange quickly split opinions online.

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The Vancouver Canucks confirmed that their legendary broadcaster Jim Robson died on February 10, 2026, at age 91. From the team's 1970 NHL debut until his 1999 retirement, he called over 2,000 games with a precise style that earned him the Hockey Hall of Fame's Foster Hewitt Memorial Award and spots in multiple halls of fame. Tributes poured in from players, broadcasters, and fans who cherished his iconic calls like Greg Adams' 1994 double-overtime winner and his warm daily shoutouts to hospital patients and shut-ins, calling him the soundtrack of generations of memories.

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For decades, Jim Robson's calm voice turned radio waves into vivid hockey magic, pulling fans right onto the ice during Vancouver's biggest moments.

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The 2025 Seahawks went 14-3, topped the NFC West, crushed the 49ers 41-6, edged the Rams 31-27 despite 479 yards allowed, and beat the Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl LX on Feb. 8. Macdonald's defense led the league at 17.2 points per game, earning texts from Tom Brady and Peyton Manning—he even joked with Brady about stealing Seattle's offensive coordinator. A sports history ranking paired them with Barcelona's 2009 soccer team and other legends, drawing cheers from Seahawks fans and pushback from doubters worldwide. Dynasty talk is already heating up as Macdonald eyes a repeat.

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Mike Macdonald sat down after Super Bowl LX and boldly declared his Seahawks one of the NFL's greatest squads ever. Fans lit up with pride, while skeptics pointed to that wild Rams playoff yardage.

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India's Ministry of Home Affairs approved the deployment following a February 20 request from the Election Commission, aiming to dominate areas, protect EVMs, and handle polling duties. The forces from CRPF, BSF, CISF, ITBP, and SSB will arrive in two phases by March 10, even before official poll dates expected in mid-March. This comes alongside a Supreme Court order addressing a 'trust deficit' by appointing judges to oversee electoral roll revisions, as BJP leaders call it a win for fairness while Trinamool questions the timing.

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With West Bengal's polls looming, 480 companies of central police forces are heading in to secure voting stations and build trust amid past violence concerns.

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Cole Palmer had a clear run on goal during Chelsea's match against Newcastle United but rushed his shot, resulting in an easy save by goalkeeper Martin Dubravka. The miss prevented Chelsea from going 2-0 up.

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Wolves stunned Liverpool 2-1 Tuesday night when André's shot looped off Joe Gomez and over Alisson in stoppage time, after Mohamed Salah had equalized Rodrigo Gomes' opener. This defeat made Liverpool the first Premier League team to concede five winning goals after the 90th minute in one season, with prior losses to Crystal Palace, Chelsea, Bournemouth, and Manchester City, plus late draws at Leeds and Fulham. Captain Virgil van Dijk called the team slow and sloppy, while manager Arne Slot labeled it the same old story despite dominant spells. Sitting fifth with 48 points, eight behind Arsenal, Liverpool's title hopes fade as fans mourn the end of their late-winning legacy.

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Liverpool's hearts broke again at Molineux as Wolves snatched a 2-1 win with a deflected goal in the 90+4th minute, marking their fifth such collapse this season.

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The birthday aligned perfectly with the premiere of her new GMA series, The Secrets of Hotel 88, where she plays Sari Garcia. Ralph, her former PBB duo partner from 2025, posted the intimate images on Instagram, featuring stylish poses with Bvlgari jewelry; fans noticed sweet touches like AZ in his Stüssy sweatshirt. Ex-housemates like Kira Balinger chimed in with affection, while celebrations included charity outreach at Fr. Simpliciano Children's Home, GMA billboards, and greetings from fanbases and her management Sparkle GMA Artist Center.

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AZ Martinez turned 23 today, sharing a striking black-and-white photoshoot with PBB alum Ralph de Leon that captured their special bond from the house.

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