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Real Madrid beat Benfica 1-0 in the Champions League playoff first leg, but the match at Estadio da Luz turned tense when Vinícius and Kylian Mbappé alleged racist slurs from Prestianni, triggering UEFA's anti-racism protocol and halting play for 10 minutes. Benfica denied the claims with video evidence showing the distance between players, while coach José Mourinho insisted his club is not racist and Prestianni called it a misunderstanding. Real Madrid submitted evidence to UEFA's ongoing investigation, with Vinícius vowing to keep fighting racism after a lifetime of abuse, as Brazil's federation rallied behind him.

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Vinícius Júnior curled in a stunning goal, danced to celebrate, then pointed at Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni—accusing the 19-year-old of calling him a monkey five times.

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Arsenal led 2-0 with goals including Piero Hincapié's first for the club but conceded late equalizers against Wolverhampton Wanderers in a Premier League match at Molineux, resulting in a 2-2 draw. Key incidents included poor communication between goalkeeper David Raya and defender Gabriel Magalhães leading to an own goal, Gabriel Martinelli taunting fans at 2-1, Leandro Trossard's injury stoppage, and Gabriel Jesus's substitution before the final goal. The result sparked fan reactions, player criticisms, and revived discussions of Rodri's comments on Arsenal's mentality.

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The BINI rapper revealed her Spotify 'Match Made' picks: Taylor Swift as top artist, an Amy Winehouse 'Valerie' cover as favorite song, a loved one holding a baby with pup Honey, and a dream duet tease. Posted Wednesday, it came right after she skipped the group's Valentine's Day show for personal reasons, easing fans' concerns with her music tastes and family warmth. Blooms celebrated her eclectic vibe and relatable charm while awaiting her return.

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Aiah Arceta's simple Instagram Story lit up fans' screens with her Taylor Swift fandom and a sweet family photo of her Pomeranian Honey.

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Real Madrid beat Benfica 1-0 in the Champions League playoff first leg, but the match at Estadio da Luz turned tense when Vinícius and Kylian Mbappé alleged racist slurs from Prestianni, triggering UEFA's anti-racism protocol and halting play for 10 minutes. Benfica denied the claims with video evidence showing the distance between players, while coach José Mourinho insisted his club is not racist and Prestianni called it a misunderstanding. Real Madrid submitted evidence to UEFA's ongoing investigation, with Vinícius vowing to keep fighting racism after a lifetime of abuse, as Brazil's federation rallied behind him.

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Vinícius Júnior curled in a stunning goal, danced to celebrate, then pointed at Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni—accusing the 19-year-old of calling him a monkey five times.

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Arrested on September 26, 2025, after protests in Leh demanding statehood and Sixth Schedule protections for land, jobs, and culture, Wangchuk faces National Security Act charges for allegedly inciting unrest. A Supreme Court bench deferred his habeas corpus hearing to January 7, 2026, citing lack of time, as he remains held in Jodhpur jail. The delay draws parallels to prolonged cases elsewhere, highlighting tensions between security concerns and rights in the border region post-2019 Jammu and Kashmir changes.

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Sonam Wangchuk, the climate engineer who inspired '3 Idiots' Phunsukh Wangdu, has now spent over 100 days in jail. His wife calls the detention illegal amid Ladakh's push for autonomy.

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Husband of former SexBomb Girls member Izzy Trazona, Aragon spoke on Abante Radyo's 'Jigo Live,' explaining their rejection of Sofia—who was born Andrei and came out as gay in 2023—stems from parental duty to warn against sin. He referenced Genesis on Sodom and Gomorrah, claiming the site remains barren from divine sulfur, and warned unrepentant homosexuality leads to hell without faith in Jesus. The remarks drew sharp online divide, with many calling them homophobic while a few backed the couple's born-again Christian stance amid their family rift.

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Alvin Aragon sat down for a radio interview and firmly stood by his family's choice not to accept their daughter Sofia's transition, citing Bible stories of judgment.

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Newcastle United overturned an early deficit to defeat 10-man Aston Villa 3-1 at Villa Park in the FA Cup, with Tonali scoring a brace—his first goals of the 2025/26 season—and Nick Woltemade adding a third on his 24th birthday. The victory followed a frustrating Premier League loss to Brentford that fueled 'Howe Out' calls, but players like Kieran Trippier and pundit Chris Sutton defended Eddie Howe's strong record, including a League Cup win and Champions League qualification. Howe's tactical changes without captain Bruno Guimaraes secured back-to-back away wins, boosting morale ahead of a Champions League play-off against Qarabag.

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Sandro Tonali's emotional roar after his first goal captured the dressing-room fire, as Newcastle flipped the script on their critics with a gritty comeback win.

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Santos Bravos, the HYBE Latin America boy group formed in 2025 through a survival show, released their second single 'KAWASAKI' music video today, blending Spanish, Portuguese, and English verses with intense motorcycle visuals and sharp choreography. The video racked up over 240,000 views in hours, directed by Seongchan Kwak—who's also worked with &TEAM—and featuring shared producer credits plus mutual dance covers between the groups. Fans highlighted these connections, including &TEAM's timely 'KAWASAKI' challenge post and shoutouts, sparking hopes for a future collaboration, though HYBE hasn't confirmed anything yet.

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Fans hit the brakes when they spotted &TEAM's logo etched on a rusty bike chain in the sandy dunes at 0:55—right in the middle of Santos Bravos' high-speed new video.

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Borussia Dortmund dominated Atalanta 2-0 in the first leg of their Champions League knockout playoff at Signal Iduna Park, with Guirassy heading in the opener from Julian Ryerson's cross and Maximilian Beier tapping home before halftime. Debutant Luca Reggianni helped secure a clean sheet, while Guirassy earned Man of the Match for his 18th UCL goal since joining last summer—he now leads the competition in goal contributions with 24 direct involvements. The Yellow Wall celebrated the sovereign home win ahead of the February 25 return leg in Bergamo, amid a first-leg slate featuring Bodo/Glimt's stunning 3-1 upset of Inter Milan and Galatasaray's 5-2 rout of Juventus.

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Serhou Guirassy soared for a header in the third minute, igniting Signal Iduna Park as Dortmund seized control early against Atalanta.

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The Sky Sports poll drew nearly a million views, splitting opinions right after Saka's five-year deal until 2031 made him Arsenal's highest earner at over £300,000 a week. The 24-year-old has 57 Premier League goals and 48 assists in 217 games, plus strong showings against top teams like Real Madrid and Bayern Munich, helping Arsenal lead the table with 57 points from 26 matches. Pundits like Wayne Rooney say Arsenal lack world-class players, while Danny Murphy calls Saka a super talent who needs trophies to prove it—Arsenal's only win in his era is the 2020 FA Cup.

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Bukayo Saka just signed a massive Arsenal contract extension, yet a simple poll asks if he's world class—and fans can't agree, with votes hovering around 60-40 against.

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In Tuesday's Benfica vs. Real Madrid game, Vinicius told the referee that 20-year-old Gianluca Prestianni used a slur against him; Prestianni denied it and regretted threats from Madrid players. Benfica coach Jose Mourinho suggested Vinicius's celebrations draw backlash, prompting Vinicius to call out cowards online. Nigerian Barca supporters faced mockery online, with posts like one quipping a Nigerian fan justifies every Argentine crime, tying into Messi loyalty and past Argentina scandals. Defenders see it as a lazy stereotype, while others note Barca players like Lamine Yamal face racism too.

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Vinicius Jr. accused a Benfica player of a racial slur during a Champions League match, halting play for 10 minutes. Nigerian Barcelona fans caught heat for seeming to downplay it amid fierce rivalries.

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Born Ji Suh-yeon on February 13, 2004, in South Korea, Jiyeon joined the 24-member girl group tripleS as its final member in April 2024, shining in subunits like Glow with her poised ballet moves and warm personality. Fans are sharing poetic edits, throwback stage photos with cat ears and detective hats, penguin memes, and heartfelt wishes under hashtags like #OurValentineIsJiyeon. The celebration peaks tonight with her Birthday LIVE on tripleS's YouTube at 10 p.m. KST.

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Jiyeon, tripleS's elegant 'swan' member, turns 22 today, drawing waves of fan love just before Valentine's Day. Her peace-sign selfie from the official account has fans reminiscing about her ballerina charm.

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Some Black users expressed discomfort with Black people rooting for Argentina in the World Cup due to Lionel Messi's influence despite Argentina's history of racism. Defenders highlighted hypocrisy in supporting nations like Portugal, France, and England with their own problematic pasts. The discussion escalated into Messi vs. Ronaldo debates and dismissals of racism claims as excuses for hating Messi.

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Veteran Nollywood actor Pete Edochie called men who kneel to propose marriage 'idiots' and 'compound buffoons,' arguing that the practice contradicts African cultural values, particularly Igbo traditions where men do not kneel. His remarks sparked online debates about proposal customs and cultural expectations.

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The 28-year-old England forward joined Barcelona on loan last summer, covering his wages, with a €30-35 million option to buy permanently. United sources dismiss rumors of negotiation, puzzled by claims Barcelona wants a lower price and rejecting talk of manager Michael Carrick wanting him back. Rashford enjoys life in Spain, while fans debate cashing in after his Old Trafford struggles or dreaming of a return amid United's top-four push.

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Marcus Rashford has rediscovered his spark at Barcelona, bagging 10 goals and 13 assists in 34 games. Now United are holding firm on the full buy fee, no discounts.

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Fans shared bold claims that Alaba will depart at the end of his contract on June 30, 2026, tagging transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, but he posted nothing on it. The Austrian defender, sidelined by injuries like a torn ACL and meniscus issues since 2023, has started just 10 matches this season after shining early with an El Clasico screamer and a Champions League win. While some fans cherish his highs and post grateful highlights, others gripe about his high salary amid limited play, as the club eyes younger center-backs.

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David Alaba's future at Real Madrid sparked intense buzz Monday night, with fans insisting his exit is locked in—though top sources stay silent.

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Social media users debate whether Arsenal's Bukayo Saka, Arsenal's Declan Rice, Liverpool's Mohamed Salah, and Real Madrid's Jude Bellingham are 'mid' players amid rival fan banter, particularly from Chelsea supporters. Discussions compare them to Eden Hazard and defend their quality by citing Saka's big chances created, improvements in tight space control, and defensive heading. Participants highlight result bias from past performances and reject claims of mediocrity despite recent form dips.

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Former Conservative MP Rory Stewart has called on Chancellor Rachel Reeves to raise income tax rates ahead of the November 26 Autumn Budget, despite Labour's 2024 manifesto commitment against increases in income tax, National Insurance, or VAT. Stewart argues that broad-based income tax hikes would be less harmful to economic growth than targeted levies, as the government faces a £20 billion fiscal deficit inherited from the previous administration and commitments to public services. Reports indicate Reeves has abandoned plans for income tax rises, focusing instead on efficiencies and alternative measures amid ongoing public discussions on taxation.

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In a bold X post, former Tory MP Rory Stewart demands Chancellor Rachel Reeves shatter Labour's sacred manifesto promise by hiking income taxes to rescue the economy from fiscal peril.

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A photo featuring footballers including N'Golo Kanté standing while Declan Rice and Sergio Busquets are seated has sparked widespread online discussion and memes. Users question Declan Rice's inclusion and achievements compared to Kanté, Rodri, Paul Pogba, and Yaya Touré, with calls for others to stand so Kanté can sit.

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Amorim's 3-4-3 setup faces criticism for defensiveness, lost leads from subs, and limited youth play despite nods to academy stars like Kobbie Mainoo. Meanwhile, Emery turned Villa from winless in five to 30 points from 15 games, including a 2-1 upset over Arsenal in a run of eight wins in nine. Fans voice preference for Emery's steady success, recalling United's pattern of admiring managers who shine elsewhere, as pressure builds on Amorim amid deeper club issues.

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Ruben Amorim arrived with promise from Sporting CP's title wins, but now United languish in eighth with just a 26% win rate. Fans eye Aston Villa's Unai Emery, who's lifted them to second after a grim start.

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The table-topping Gunners, six points clear of Manchester City after 25 games, saw no sign of their key attackers in Wednesday's training photos from the Sobha Realty Training Centre. Mikel Arteta stayed cautious in his presser, saying 'We will see' on their fitness for the 8pm GMT kickoff at Gtech Community Stadium, while confirming Mikel Merino faces months out from foot surgery. Despite the worries, Declan Rice grinned through drills, Thomas Partey laughed it up, and Kai Havertz impressed in the gym with flair kneeing a ball—keeping spirits high in a buzzing session with academy talents like Ethan Nwaneri.

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Arsenal's top spot feels solid, but fans hold their breath as captain Martin Ødegaard, Bukayo Saka, and Leandro Trossard missed training ahead of Thursday's test at Brentford.

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Born Ji Suh-yeon on February 13, 2004, in South Korea, Jiyeon joined the 24-member girl group tripleS as its final member in April 2024, shining in subunits like Glow with her poised ballet moves and warm personality. Fans are sharing poetic edits, throwback stage photos with cat ears and detective hats, penguin memes, and heartfelt wishes under hashtags like #OurValentineIsJiyeon. The celebration peaks tonight with her Birthday LIVE on tripleS's YouTube at 10 p.m. KST.

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