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U2 surprised fans with 'Days of Ash,' an EP led by 'American Obituary,' dedicated to 37-year-old Renee Good, killed on January 7 when ICE agent Jonathan Ross fired at her SUV during raids targeting undocumented immigrants. ICE claims self-defense after Good accelerated toward him, but her family autopsy revealed a head wound, videos show her calm, and probes continue amid conflicting accounts labeling her a protester or terrorist. The release follows suspicious arson at her memorial and draws parallels to ignored vandalism of Charlie Kirk memorials after his 2025 assassination, highlighting divides over immigration enforcement and media coverage.

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Bono's voice cracks with fury and grief in U2's new track, honoring Renee Good, the Minneapolis mother shot dead by an ICE agent during immigration raids.

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Diana Taherabadi was detained on January 25 in Karaj, west of Tehran, and taken to Kachoui Prison before a court appearance where officials reportedly threatened capital punishment. No charges are officially confirmed, but activists point to possible 'moharebeh' accusations tied to recent nationwide protests over economic collapse. Her case echoes a pattern of rushed trials and death sentences for youth, as documented by Amnesty International and others, with families silenced by threats.

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Five officers burst into a Karaj home at 8 a.m., handcuffing 16-year-old Diana Taherabadi as she slept. Now in prison, she faces warnings of a death sentence amid Iran's protest crackdown.

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On the New Statesman podcast, Dominic Sandbrook argued that 1950s and 1960s politicians like Harold Macmillan gained empathy from evening reads of 19th-century fiction, such as Trollope, unlike today's screen-filled nights. He suggested this 'hinterland' produced better leaders amid a shrill political landscape, a view echoed by Aaron Bastani and Michael Gove. Critics pointed to era flaws like the Suez Crisis and Soviet spies, questioning if reading alone ensured strong governance. The clip revives calls for leaders with depth beyond briefs.

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Imagine prime ministers unwinding with Anthony Trollope novels instead of policy briefs or social media. Historian Dominic Sandbrook misses that era's reflective leaders.

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Dana Eden, 52, was found dead in an Athens hotel on February 16, with Greek police treating it as a suicide during production of the Apple TV+ series' fourth season. Laurie, who starred in season three, called her brilliant and funny, but faced attacks labeling the show propaganda and him a Zionist—prompting him to block celebrators of her death and firmly deny any Zionist stance. Critics from pro-Israel voices said his denial dishonored Eden, an Israeli, while others defended his right to grieve privately without political labels. The back-and-forth shows how personal loss can ignite fierce divides online.

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Hugh Laurie shared a heartfelt tribute to his friend and Tehran co-creator Dana Eden after her sudden death. Replies quickly turned bitter, pulling him into heated accusations from all sides.

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Multiple X users share nostalgic memories of Nevershoutnever, abbreviated as NSN, and Christofer Drew's music forming a core part of their teenage identity. They reference specific lyrics from songs like "What Is Love" and "You're Only as Tall as Your Heart Will Let You Be," along with the band's 2017 throwback tour. Some express continued fandom or embarrassment over tattoos, while noting the band's shift in musical style.

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Rep. Thuy Tran voted no on HB 4145 in the Oregon House Judiciary Committee, prompting Rep. Jason Kropf to call a recess and allegedly verbally abuse and intimidate her in the hallway for over 10 minutes, according to a witness complaint from LeBlanc. A formal conduct complaint has been filed against Kropf.

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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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Samir Sobha, president of the Mauritius Football Association and CAF Executive Committee member, told The Guardian that Senegal's players should have received yellow cards for leaving the field during a crucial VAR penalty, halting play for 15 minutes. Senegal still won 1-0 on Pape Gueye's extra-time goal on January 18 in Rabat, securing their second AFCON title after Édouard Mendy saved the spot kick. Sobha stressed the result stands but called for accountability, while also criticizing CAF's general secretary for an illegal term extension. Sanctions followed, including bans for coaches and captains plus hefty fines, though Morocco rejected theirs.

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In a candid interview, a top CAF official admitted Morocco's national team was robbed in the Africa Cup of Nations final, pleading for forgiveness over broken rules.

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In Friday's WWE SmackDown from Dallas, a wild 10-man tag saw MFT champions—Solo Sikoa, Tama Tonga, Tonga Loa, Talla Tonga, and JC Mateo—defeat Carmelo Hayes, Dragunov, Matt Cardona, Apollo Crews, and Shinsuke Nakamura. Loa's stone-faced tanking of Dragunov's strikes became the night's funniest highlight, sparking fan memes and laughs worldwide. Amid the frenzy, Hayes nailed a live promo securing his Elimination Chamber spot, Crews pushed for a U.S. Title shot, and qualifiers like Cody Rhodes advanced, building hype for more MFT dominance.

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Ilja Dragunov unleashed his signature chops, the ones that once shredded Gunther's chest. Tonga Loa just stood there, unflinching, turning the powerhouse moment into pure comedy.

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During Brentford's home match against West Ham on February 14, Mbeumo hit a top speed of 34.37 km/h on his 32nd high-intensity sprint of the game, beating Traoré who had entered around the 90th minute. The Premier League's official clip of the recovery race drew fans debating Mbeumo's stamina versus Traoré's positioning and pace. While Brentford's top scorer showed tireless tracking, West Ham—18th in the table—hopes Traoré's power can aid their relegation fight, with the moment highlighting the league's brutal speed demands.

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In the 91st minute, Brentford's Bryan Mbeumo—after 90 grueling minutes—sprinted past West Ham's just-subbed Adama Traoré, turning a tense counter into instant highlight-reel drama.

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In Celtic's 2-1 Scottish Cup extra-time win over Dundee on February 7, defender Cameron Congreve lunged at Tierney in the 88th minute, catching him with his boot. Referee Ryan Lee reviewed it on-field and issued a yellow, with VAR confirming no serious foul play despite the contact. SFA's Willie Collum explained on Sky Sports that the challenge was reckless but lacked studs-up danger for a red, defending the call amid a review of other incidents like penalties and offsides. Fans pushed back hard, highlighting inconsistencies with stricter reds elsewhere and calling the reasoning mental gymnastics.

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Celtic's Kieran Tierney lay on the pitch for minutes after a high boot to the face in extra time. Yet VAR stuck with just a yellow card, prompting sharp questions on refereeing lines.

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